The Caprivi is a narrow strip of land in the far northeast of Namibia, about 400 kilometres long. The German Kaiser Reich exchanged the area with the United Kingdom for Zanzibar in 1890.

With our 12 Day Caprivi 4×4 Road Trip, you will embark on an extraordinary experience through the secluded and enchanting landscapes of the Caprivi area. Eco Ventures welcomes you to enjoy this African paradise’s unspoilt splendor.

It was named after the German chancellor of the time, Graf von Caprivi. The Caprivi is the wettest region in Namibia, not only for the high precipitation, but for its mighty rivers, Okavango, Kwando and Zambezi. All of them have their sources in Angola and drain an enormous area. The Caprivi has a few smaller rivers as well, the Linyanti and the Chobe.

The abundance of water in the Caprivi region supports huge herds of game. Particularly a great number of elephants. There is no fencing anywhere and the animals can roam freely, also into the neighbouring countries Botswana and Zambia.

Highlights:

Elephants and game-watching
River Camps with close encounters with elephants, buffalo and antelope.
The River Camps are a wildlife and birder’s dream!
Hippo watching
Bwabwata National Park
The unspoiled upper reaches of the Okavango Delta panhandle in the Western Caprivi strip
Mokoro Koro and sundowner boat trips
Visit David Livingston Museum and meet Linus – the proprietor

Duration: 12 days

Travel Arrangements

Pick up at JHB Airport or Pretoria, at 13:00 the day before we leave for The Caprivi, via Botswana to overnight near Modimolle.

Accommodation near Modimolle: Game Farm Chalets

Day 1: Departure

Modimolle to Francistown

Cross the border at Stockpoort Borderpost and via Palapye to Francistown.

Overnight at near Francistown on the site of the Hunters’ Road overlooking ati River.

Accommodation: Riverfront Chalets (DB&B)

Dinner: Eco Ventures Braai

Day 2

Francistown via Nata and Ngoma Bridge Border Post to Chobe

Via Nata and Kasane crossing the border into Namibia and the Caprivi. Tar road all the way with plenty of elephants on this road, so despite it being tar, we should drive with caution.

Accommodation: River Camp – Camping

Dinner: Eco Ventures Braai (DB&B)

Day 3

Relaxing Day, game watching at camp

Chobe River Camp is situated on the banks of the Chobe River, assuring extraordinary experiences. This region is Namibia’s very own version of the Serengeti and offers a rare experience.

Accommodation: Chobe River Camp – Camping

Dinner: Eco Ventures Braai (DB&B)

Day 4

Chobe to Okavango River

From Chobe Camp we drive to Katima Mulilo and after a visit to the famous toilet in a giant Baobab Tree we leave and drive via Bwabata National Park to Divindu.

Our overnight camp is situated in the unspoiled upper reaches of the Okavango Delta panhandle in the Western Caprivi strip, Kavango region, Namibia. Amazing trees with permanent river frontage and surrounded by seasonally flooded swamps.

Accommodation: Riverfront Camping (DB)

Dinner: Eco Ventures Braa

Day5

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Breakfast at the restaurant of the Lodge(own account). Relax in the world-famous “Croc” Pool, while game-watching! Leisurely day in camp with optional Mokoro Koro Trips and Sundowner Cruise. Game watching from camp is very rewarding with Hippo’s floating past and plenty of Elephants, Buffalo and other game, across the river and on the islands near from the camp.

Accommodation: Riverfront Camping (DB&B)

Dinner: Eco Ventures Braai

Day 6

Morning Game Drive

into Mahango Game Reserve, with a picnic lunch overlooking a Hippo Pool!

Last sundowners and dinner around our camp fire on the banks of the Okavango River.

Accommodation: Riverfront Camping (DB&B)

Dinner: Eco Ventures Braai

Day 7

Ngepi to Kwando River

From Okavango via Bwabata National Park to our camp on the Kwando River.

The campsites are situated on the grassy banks of the Kwando River under shady trees. Each campsite is equipped with private ablution blocks and power points.

Accommodation: Kwando River Camp – Camping (DB&B)

Dinner: Eco Ventures Braai

Day 8

Relaxing game-watching day

with a Game Drive into Bwabwata National Park. We visit the ruins of the military camp – Camp Doppies, and stories of the well-known tame lion of the camp. Relaxing afternoon on the deck of the Lodge, overlooking a Hippo Pool or at camp.

Hop aboard the river boats for early morning or late afternoon cruises on the Kwando River when the light slants to explore the channels and discover the diverse bird life.

Accommodation: River Camp – Camping (DB&B)

Dinner: Eco Ventures Braai

Day 9

Livingstone Museum Excursion

Morning excursion game watching and a visit to The Livingstone Museum, run by Linus. Relaxing afternoon on the banks of the Kwando River.

Accommodation: River Camp – Camping (DB&B)

Dinner: Eco Ventures Braai

Day 10

Via Ngoma Bridge Border Post into Botswana to Nata

After exploring the Caprivi, we have to make our way home, via Botswana and Elephant Sands Chalets. Leave early and drive via Ngoma Border Post and Chobe National Park to overnight at Elephant Sands Chalets near Nata, with their well-known and very busy water hole at the unfenced Camp.

Accommodation: Chalets (BB)

Dinner: Lodge Restaurant (own account)

Day 11

Nata via Martinsdrif Border Post to Tom Burke

From Nata via Francistown and Palapye, crossing the border at Martinsdrift to overnight on the Limpopo River near Tom Burke.

Accommodation: Game Lodge Chalets (Bed)

Day 12

Tom Burke to Pretoria

We leave early to arrive in Pretoria by lunchtime

Included

ACCOMMODATION – Combination of Guest Houses, Chalets and or Camping
MEALS: Our fully equipped BUSH kitchen (including crockery, cutlery and coffee mugs) will treat you with a hearty breakfast that varies from continental to bacon/boerewors and eggs. Dinner is always around a camp fire – South African Braai/Potjie experiences and homecooked meals like bobotie. Always accompanied by fresh salad and vegetables.
COFFEE Station – tea and coffee are yours to enjoy in camp – with early morning homemade rusks
ICE Bucket is ready before Wine O’Clock for sundowners.
SUPPORT Vehicle with Guides and and 2-way radios for each vehicle.

Excluded – With Own Transport

Own 4×4 Vehicle or 2×4 with good ground clearance and off-road tyres. Fuel
Alcoholic beverages/ refreshments, drinking water and snacks.
Sleeping bag, pillow and your own camp chairs.
Park entry fees, Road Tax and Restaurant meals as per itinerary

YOUR ESSENTIAL LIST AS PASSENGER WITH ECO VENTURES
– Transport in Double Cab 4×4 Vehicle
– Sleeping bag, pillow and alcoholic beverages/refreshments and your own snacks.
– Park entry fees and restaurant meals as per itinerary.

Highlights:

Elephants and game-watching
River Camps with close encounters with elephants, buffalo and antelope.
The River Camps are a wildlife and birder’s dream!
Hippo watching
Bwabwata National Park
The unspoiled upper reaches of the Okavango Delta panhandle in the Western Caprivi strip
Mokoro Koro and sundowner boat trips
Visit David Livingston Museum and meet Linus – the proprietor