Overview

Our popular Namibia, Okavango & Victoria Falls overland safari is a birding and wildlife tour that visits some of the major highlights of three of Africa’s most remarkable countries, all offering vast areas of pristine wilderness. Birdlife abounds and we target an impressive array of localized as well as more widespread African species, including such sought-after specials as Slaty Egret, Wattled Crane, Ludwig’s Bustard, Rüppell’s Korhaan, Secretarybird, Pel’s Fishing Owl (one of ten possible owls!), Hartlaub’s Spurfowl, the huge Coppery-tailed Coucal, Rüppell’s Parrot, Monteiro’s Hornbill, Rockrunner, Violet Wood Hoopoe, Bare-cheeked and Black-faced Babblers, Rosy-faced Lovebird, White-tailed Shrike, Herero Chat, Dune and Gray’s Larks, Violet-eared Waxbill – and so much more besides!

Spending quality time observing mammals, large and small, will be a major focus of this trip and we should see creatures ranging from Elephant-Shrews to Elephants, Fur Seals to Hippopotamus, plus an exciting range of charismatic African big game including the fabled ’Big 5’ (Lion, Leopard, Rhino, Buffalo and Elephant).

The spectacular and dramatic scenery, coupled with quality mammal viewing and exceptional birding, all combine to make this one of our most popular birding adventures!

Tour Facts Top Birds
African Skimmer, Slaty Egret, Wattled Crane, Rock Pratincole, Ludwig’s & Kori Bustards, Rüppell’s & Northern Black Korhaans, Secretarybird, Pel’s Fishing Owl (one of ten possible owls!), Hartlaub’s & Red-billed Spurfowls, Rüppell’s Parrot, Monteiro’s, Damara Red-billed & Bradfield's Hornbills, Rockrunner, Violet Wood Hoopoe, Bare-cheeked, Southern Pied & Black-faced Babblers, Rosy-faced Lovebird, White-tailed Shrike, Herero Chat, chances for Shelley’s & Copper Sunbirds, Dune & Gray's Larks, Chestnut-banded Plover, Damara Tern, Cape, Bank & Crowned Cormorants, Burchell's & Double-banded Coursers, African Oystercatcher, Bradfield's Swift, Bokmakierie, Rufous-eared Warbler, South African Shelduck, Orange River White-eye, Dusky Sunbird, Cape Vulture, thousands of Lesser and Greater Flamingos
Top Mammals
The “Big Five” (Lion, Leopard, African Elephant, Black and White Rhinoceroses, African Buffalo), Cheetah, Hartmann’s sub-species of Mountain Zebra, Plains Zebra, Warthog, Giraffe, Roan and Sable Antelopes, Red Lechwe, Topi, Common Eland, Springbok, Sitatunga, Meerkat, Honey Badger, Dassie Rat, Spotted-necked Otter, South African and Damara Ground Squirrels, Wild Cat, Central African Large-spotted Genet
Habitats Covered
coastal estuaries, broad-leaved woodland, riverine forest, floodplains, grass plains, papyrus swamps, mountains, gravel and sandy deserts
Expected Climate
pleasant in mornings/afternoons, hot midday, can be cooler in the evenings
Max Group Size
7 & 1 Rockjumper leader
Tour Pace & Walking
relaxed pace, undemanding walks
Accommodation
comfortable hotels, national park bungalows and lodges
Ease of Birding
easy, open country birding
Number of Species Expected
375-425
Other Attractions
Namib sand dunes, Spitzkoppe, Etosha, Okavango Delta, Victoria Falls
Photographic Opportunities
excellent
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André Bernon
SS & SC: Namibia

Thank you for a wonderful trip! Thank you, Andre Bernon, for all you did to make it so memorable!

Heinz Ortmann
JH & JH - Namibia 2018

Heinz Ortmann is a great guide, organizer and traveling companion.

Gregory de Klerk
RA & MA, Namibia

Greg is an excellent birder and worked hard to find as many species as possible, and also to make sure that everyone saw them. He was very genial company and took great care of everyone.

André Bernon
MM NBZ 2019

Andre is a very competent guide, good with his clients, patient and lots of fun. He interacted well with the local people.

Glen Valentine
JS, Namibia 2015

Glen was very organised and knowledgeable. He gave clear directions as to what we would be doing the following day. He has a very calm and friendly manner. He has extremely good hearing and the ability to both hear the birds and point them out. He was very helpful to assist me when I did not see where the bird was. I would certainly like to travel with him again.

Dates, Leaders and Pricing
2022 DEPARTURES
2023 DEPARTURES
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