Kasane Self-Drive

Gateway to Chobe National Park

Kasane Self-Drive | Gateway to Chobe

Windhoek is the natural starting point for any Namibia self-drive safari. Located in the heart of the country, the capital offers excellent car rental facilities, good roads, reliable fuel stops, and a chance to ease into Namibia’s rhythm. 

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 Self-Drive itinerary(12 Days)

Christuskirche in Windhoek with red roof and steeple surrounded by cityscape and mountains

Day 1: Windhoek

Distance: 0 km (Starting Point)

Begin your journey in Namibia’s capital. Collect your 4x4, explore city highlights, and prepare for the long drive north.

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Day 2: Otjiwarongo

Distance: 250 km North

Drive north to Otjiwarongo, a relaxed stopover town known for cheetah conservation and as a gateway to northern Namibia.

1.Etosha

Day 3–4: Etosha National Park

Distance: 250 km North

Continue into Etosha for safari drives and waterhole wildlife viewing across the vast salt pan.

Ana Raquel S. Hernandes from Sao Paulo, Brazil, CC BY-SA 2.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0>, via Wikimedia Commons

Day 5: Rundu

Distance: 420 km Northeast

Head into the Kavango region along the Okavango River, with lush scenery and riverside lodges.

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Day 6: Divundu (Bwabwata National Park)

Distance: 200 km East

Drive east to Divundu, where Bwabwata offers river safaris, hippos, and birdlife along the Okavango.

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Day 7–8: Kasane (Chobe National Park)

Distance: 320 km East

Cross into Botswana to reach Kasane, gateway to Chobe National Park. Enjoy boat cruises on the Chobe River, elephant herds, and classic safari drives in one of Africa’s richest wildlife areas.

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Day 9: Katima Mulilo

Distance: 140 km West

Return west into Namibia’s Zambezi Region, with riverside lodges and cultural encounters along the Zambezi River.

Joachim Huber, CC BY-SA 2.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0>, via Wikimedia Commons

Day 10: Grootfontein

Distance: 500 km Southwest

Drive back through northern Namibia, stopping in Grootfontein for a rest and to see the Hoba meteorite nearby.

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Day 11: Okahandja

Distance: 300 km South

Head south to Okahandja, known for its woodcarving markets and as a final stop before Windhoek.

10.Windhoek

Day 12: Windhoek

Distance: 70 km South (End Point)

Complete the loop back to Windhoek, enjoy city dining, and prepare for departure.

Private Guided Safaris You Can Join Along The Way

1.Northern Namibia Private Tour
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Northern Private Tour

Explore the lush beauty of northern Namibia, from the wildlife‑rich Etosha National Park to the cultural heartlands of Ovamboland. Every stop is tailored to your interests, blending safari thrills with local traditions. A private tour ensures comfort, flexibility, and deeper connection.

Kaokoveld Camino Namibia Cameraderie
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Kaokoveld Camino

Journey through the remote Kaokoveld, where rugged landscapes meet untouched wilderness. Discover hidden valleys, dramatic passes, and authentic encounters with Himba culture. This adventure is raw, wild, and unforgettable.

1.Swakopmund Private Tour
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Coastal Private Tour

Experience Namibia’s dramatic coastline, where desert dunes tumble into the Atlantic Ocean. Visit Swakopmund, Walvis Bay, and the Skeleton Coast with a guide who brings each destination to life. A private journey offers freedom to savor both adventure and relaxation.

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