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Affordable, budget and all inclusive overland camping safari tours to Southern Africa

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 Over the past 15 years Gateway Africa Safaris have perfected budget, small group overlanding camping safaris in Southern Africa. 

 

Explore the unique Okavango Delta, visit the spectacular Victoria Falls, be amazed by the wildlife, culture and scenic diversity of Namibia, Botswana, Zambia and South Africa with Gateway Africa.

Choose from our most popular African overland camping safaris

Most Popular Multi-country, Budget Safari in Southern Africa

20 Day Cape Town to Victoria Falls Safari

This is our most popular safari, and the best way to see the most spectacular features of Southern Africa. Enjoy the scenery, wildlife, culture and natural beauty that cannot be compared. This entire region is magical, and unlike any other part of the world! 

From Cape Town to Victoria Falls, this safari takes you from Cape Town, South Africa, to Namibia, Botswana and Zambia on a true Africa camping safari. 

This safari comes in three accommodation variations: Overland camping. Up-graded mix of camping / room accommodation, or full Lodge accommodated safari.

Just to mention a few of the highlights that are waiting for you: Cape Town, Cedarberg, Orange River, Fish River Canyon (second largest canyon in the world), Sossusvlei (highest dunes in the world), Himba tribe experience, Sesriem, Swakopmund, Etosha, Okavango Delta, Western Caprivi, Chobe National Park, Victoria Falls. 

Tailor-Made Safari Options: This safari runs on scheduled dates throughout the year. We can tailor-make a private safari for couples, families, or small groups, to meet your departure date, holiday time period, group size and budget. Contact the office for further information

Namibia Camping Safaris

An land of immense natural, cultural  and wildlife diversity, ranging from the scenic Namib desert to spectacular wildlife rich golden savannahs of Etosha National Park. 

The lush green of the northern Namibian Okavango and Zambezi regions is a gateway to the Okavango Delta and Victoria Falls. A safe and sparsely populated country the size of Europe, bordered by South Africa, Botswana, Zambia and Angola. 

Namibia safaris ranging from 3 days to 22 days as well as private group itineraries and combination trips of any duration. Depending on which safari you chose, you will be in either a fully modified safari truck, a modified 4x4 Land Cruiser or the latest model minibus.

3 Day Etosha Safari

On this safari trip we offer two days of game driving including an afternoon game drive upon arrival, a full day game driving across the Park and a morning drive before returning to Windhoek.

3 Day Sossusvlei Safari

This safari tour starts and ends in Windhoek and includes magnificent views from the Spreetshoogte Pass, Dune 45, Sossusvlei (with some of the worlds highest sand dunes) Deadvlei and the Namib Desert.

6 Day Taste of Namibia

We have combined the two 3 day trips and added one night's accommodation in Windhoek to allow clients with restricted time to get a taste of Namibia's two most famous areas.

3 Day Bushmen Experience

This exceptional expedition where we discover the lifestyles and traditions of some of Namibia’s oldest cultural groups. This 3 day safari is designed to give you an in-depth look into the lives of the San Bushman and Batswana tribes, allowing you to discover them up close and personal, as we witness their daily lives and activities.

7 Day Northern Namibia

A great trip that will journey north to Africat Foundation to see cheetah, leopard and lion and then on to Etosha, one of Africa's premier Parks, north west to Kaokoland to visit the Himba people, on to Damaraland to view rock paintings and engravings, then the Skeleton Coast and Swakopmund.

7 Day Southern Namibia

Head south, via the Quiver Tree Forest, to the amazing Fish River Canyon and the Orange River – Namibia’s border with South Africa. From here the trip travels across the “forbidden zone” to the coastal town of Luderitz and the ghost town of Kolmanskop, before continuing north across the Namib Desert to the magnificent dunes of Sossusvlei.

8 Day Okavango Delta & Victoria Falls

Why not link up your Namibian safari with our 8 day trip to the Okavango Delta and Victoria Falls. This trip gives you the opportunity to visit the pristine waterways of the Okavango Delta, experience some culture in the Caprivi Strip and the unforgettable afternoon boat cruise through the Chobe National Park - all this before arriving in Livingstone and seeing one of the world's natural wonders, Victoria Falls.

10 Day Namibia Explorer

This 10 day trip is a brilliant overview of Namibia. Visit Africat Foundation to see cheetah, leopard and lion and then on to Etosha, one of Africa's premier Parks, north west to Kaokoland to visit the Ovahimba people, on to Damaraland to view rock paintings and engravings, and then over to the Skeleton Coast and Swakopmund. Two nights in Swakopmund to relax by the sea and then your last two nights are in the Namib Desert at the Sossusvlei Dunes.

10 Day Classic Namibia

Enjoy a little more luxury with this fully-accommodated option and visit the Namib Desert, Swakopmund and the Skeleton Coast, Damaraland and Twyfelfontien, Kaokoland and the Himba people, and finally Etosha for some fantastic game viewing.

13 Day Family Safari

A new trip that is especially designed to be enjoyed by families with children. The itinerary covers all of classic safari Namibia with attention given to using sites interesting to kids and to keeping the overall driving times to a minimum. Minimum age is 5 years old.

14 Day Namibia Experience

This is a combination of the two 7 day trips that offers you a great opportunity to visit just about all of Namibia's highlights. One night's accommodation at a guesthouse in Windhoek between the two tours is also included in the price.

14 Day Okavango Delta and Namibia

One of our most popular trips that offers a great combination of the famous Okavango Delta, Etosha National Park, Damaraland and the rock engravings, Cape Fur Seals, The Skeleton Coast, Swakopmund and the amazing Namib Desert and Sossusvlei sand dunes.

18 Day Namibia Combination

A combination of our 3 day Sossusvlei Link, our 7 day Northern Adventure and our 8 day Delta & Falls itineraries. A combination that covers most of the “must see” locations in this region.

22 Day African Safari

A combination of our 7 day Northern Adventure, our 7 day Southern Swing and our 8 day Delta & Falls itineraries. The most comprehensive of all our safaris.

Tailor-Made Namibian Safaris

Affordable Ranger guided safari tours custom made around your interests, travel time and group size.


Botswana Overland Camping Safaris

Botswana is an year-round safari destination: From the Savute marshes, and the lush, riverine eco-system of Chobe, to Okavango Delta's palm tree islets, and the desolation of the Nxai Pan, you will observe the contrasts. Savannah grasslands and forest glades chain-linked by ox-bow river loops, lily ponds and winding watercourses. Heat-seared salt pans stretch to the horizon.

Explore Chobe National Park, home to Africa's vast Elephant herds; the Kalahari Desert inhabited by legendary San Bushmen; and the Okavango Delta, the biggest inland delta floodplains. Safari, game viewing, bird watching, as well as overland trips across the country, will open you up to the environmental complexity that is Botswana.

Buffalo Safari 7 days

This adventure safari is perfect for those with limited time still wishing to visit the best wilderness areas in Botswana. Starting in Maun and ending in Livingstone, Zambia it offers great value for money. 3 nights Moremi Game Reserve, 3 nights Chobe National Park, 1 night Lodge at Livingstone/Vic Falls.

Kalahari Safari 7 days

This safari offers an insight into the culture and history of the Kalahari's oldest inhabitants. It is ideal for the adventure enthusiast offering breathtaking scenery, desert wildlife and the privilege of an introduction to the traditional lifestyle of the San Bushmen. Bushman Experience, 4 nights Central Kalahari Game Reserve, 1 night at a Lodge in Maun.

Fish Eagle Safari 11 days

Eagle adventure safari starts in Maun and ends in Livingstone. It explores the fascinating Okavango Delta water system and passes through some of the best wilderness areas of Botswana. Okavango Delta, Camping mokoro excursion, Motorboating in the Delta, 3 nights Moremi Game Reserve, 2 nights Chobe National Park, 1 night Lodge at Livingstone/Vic Falls.

Hyena Safari 14 days + 4 days optional extension

The hyena safari brings you to the beautiful north western part of Zambia. This remote area is completely unexplored and offers some of the best hyena sightings in the whole of Africa. If you choose to extend your safari you will explore Chobe National Park and Moremi Game Reserve. This 14 day/13 night safari is a one of a kind adventure to the biggest Wildebeest migration in Southern Africa, not for the faint hearted.

Lion Safari 15 days

The Lion adventure safari covers some of the best wilderness areas in Botswana, from the magic of Nxai Pan through the unique Okavango Delta and Moremi Game Reserve. Starting in Kasane and ending at the Victoria Falls in Livingstone, it offers unbeatable value for money. Chobe River, Nxai Pan National Park, Okavango Delta, 2 night Mokoro Trip, Game/Scenic flight (optional), Motorboat Excursions, 3 nights Moremi Game Reserve, 3 nights Chobe National Park, 1 night Lodge at Livingstone/Vic Falls.

Elephant Safari 15 days

This adventure safari forms a circular route around the Okavango Delta, starting in Kasane and ending in Livingstone, Zambia. The Elephant Safari offers a great value camping adventure through three countries - Botswana, Namibia and Zambia. North-eastern Namibia National Parks, Tsodilo Hills, Okavango Delta, 2 night Mokoro trip, Motor boat excursions, 3 nights Moremi Game Reserve, 3 nights Chobe National Park, 1 night Lodge at Livingstone/Vic Falls

Leopard Safari 17 days 

The Leopard Safari provides a comprehensive and broad travelling experience throughout Botswana - introducing you to one of the oldest cultures in the world, the San Bushman, before enjoying the magical Okavango Delta and exploring Moremi Game Reserve and Chobe National Park. Bushman Experience, 4 nights Central Kalahari Game Reserve, 1 night at a Lodge in Maun, Okavango Delta, Camping mokoro excursion, Motorboating in the Delta, 3 nights Moremi Game Reserve, 3 nights Chobe National Park, 1 night Lodge at Livingstone/Vic Falls.

 

Affordable budget safari tours to Africa

Gateway Africa Safaris specialize in the best of small group overland camping safaris to Southern Africa. 

Spotlight on Namibia 

Namibia is a uniquely diverse safari destination.

 With varied, breathtaking scenery and great contrasts: wildlife, tribal cultures, ocean, desert and forests. 

Namibia safaris includes such highlights as the worlds highest sand dunes at Sossusvlei, the wildlife paradise of Etosha National Park and the fascinating geographical structures of the Fish River Canyon. 

The close proximity of Namibia to other points of interests: Victoria Falls, Chobe and Okavango Delta, makes the country a popular Africa trip starting destination.

 

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