East and Southern Africa

Hi everyone, I’m planning to do the Sesriem–Etosha trip via Windhoek in a single day. I know... it’s really long... I plan to leave early in the morning... before 8 a.m. at any rate... I know the Sesriem–Windhoek stretch via Solitaire is entirely on dirt roads... What do you think? Have a great day

Hi there, we’re planning a trip to Namibia this summer and we’d love to know if it’s possible to get around without our own vehicle? Thanks.

Hello, Namibia in April for 11 days from the 10th to the 21st with 2 adults and 3 (our son from the 16th to the 21st). We’re looking to combine 2 short circuits for this brief stay. Should we book a vehicle and accommodation through an agency?

We’re used to traveling independently, but we’re hesitant about Namibia! Any recommendations for vehicle rental sites? And agencies?

We’re planning two short circuits—partly with accommodation and partly with camping. Thanks for sharing your experience!

We’re flying from Cape Town to Windhoek on the 10th and returning on the 21st or 22nd. Marie

Hi there, we're traveling in April with our 4-year-old child. We'll be spending a few days in Clarens and would then like to visit Hluhluwe. We don’t want to drive more than 3–4 hours a day, and the driving time is estimated at nearly 7 hours. Do you have any suggestions for a stopover and an Airbnb or guest house (safe town, nature) between Clarens and Hluhluwe where we could spend the afternoon and leave the next day, as well as a safe route? Thanks so much!

Hi there, I’m sharing my itinerary for your expert eyes and feedback. Quick question: Is it worth cutting a few nights to visit Epupa Falls? Would it be interesting to stop by Aus before Sesriem? Thanks everyone!

Day 1: Windhoek Day 2: Mariental Day 3: Sesriem Day 4: Sesriem Day 5: Gecko Camp Day 6: Walvis Bay / Swakopmund Day 7: Walvis Bay / Swakopmund Day 8: Spitzkoppe Day 9: Twyfelfontein Day 10: Twyfelfontein Day 11: Grootberg Day 12: Grootberg Day 13: Etosha West Day 14: Etosha West Day 15: Etosha East Day 16: Etosha East Day 17: Weaver’s Rock Guest Farm (CCF & Waterberg, rhinos) Day 18: Weaver’s Rock Guest Farm Day 19: Okonjima Day 20: Windhoek – evening departure

Hi everyone, I’m reaching out today to gather some great tips for the second part of our trip to South Africa, which will take place from 03/21 to 04/11. We don’t want to rush too much either. We’ll start in Cape Town (tickets already booked) since it seems like a good time to visit this region—except for the whales in Hermanus, which we won’t be seeing. Oh, and I almost forgot, we’re renting a car for both legs of the trip for more freedom.

The first part is planned like this:

- 03/21: Arrival in Cape Town, staying until 03/24 - 03/25: Visit to the Cape, including a stop in Simon’s Town - 2 nights in Stellenbosch from 03/26 to 03/28 - 3 nights in Knysna to explore the area from 03/28 to 03/31 - 03/31: Flight from Port Elizabeth to Durban, where we’ll spend one night in Umhlanga

After that, I’m a bit lost 🙂. Next, I was thinking of doing:

2 nights in St. Lucia 2 nights in Eswatini 4 nights in Kruger Park (2 nights in Skukuza and 2 nights in Balule to visit a private reserve) 1 night at Blyde Canyon 1 night somewhere to get closer to Johannesburg (Graskop?) since we’ll need to return the car by around 11:00 AM on 04/11.

So, does the second part make sense or not? I’ve done quite a bit of research, but I’m still a little lost . We can’t wait to be there, and your valuable advice would be very welcome. Thanks so much in advance, and have a great day! Luis

Hello,

Happy 2025, filled with wonderful travels! 🙂

We’re traveling as a family to South Africa for the first time in July (two parents and our four young adult children). We’ve planned a loop starting from Port Elizabeth for 13 days, followed by another loop from Johannesburg with 2 days at Blyde River Canyon and 5 days in Kruger NP.

We’re wondering about the Port Elizabeth loop. Here’s our initial idea: Day 1: Early arrival in Port Elizabeth, morning walk in Tsitsikamma NP, night at Storm River Rest Camp. Day 2: Continue visiting Tsitsikamma NP early in the morning, then Robberg Nature Reserve, night at Ebb and Flow Rest Camp. Day 3: Visit the Wilderness area, night at Ebb and Flow Rest Camp. Day 4: Drive to Hermanus. Several options: Bontebok NP or The Hoop and Cape Agulhas; night in Hermanus. Day 5: Coastal trail, boat trip (?), night in Cape Town. Day 6: Table Mountain, Bo-Kaap, Waterfront; night in Cape Town. Day 7: Cape Peninsula, night in Cape Town. Day 8: Karoo Desert National Botanical Garden, Matjiesfontein; night in the area. Day 9: AM: Karoo NP; night in Beaufort West. Day 10: Karoo NP; night in Beaufort West. Day 11: AM: Camdeboo NP; night in Graaff-Reinet. Day 12: Morning: Camdeboo NP; drive to Addo Elephant NP; visit depending on arrival time; night at Addo Elephant Rest Camp. Day 13: Addo Elephant NP; night in Port Elizabeth. Day 14: Early flight.

Does this seem balanced and suitable for July? It’s quite packed, but we’ve already had to skip quite a bit. Initially, would it be better to spend 2 nights in Tsitsikamma and just one in Wilderness? Or just one night at each to free up a day for something else?

For the car, is a minivan enough, or should we plan at least an SUV for the parks given the season?

Thanks in advance for your feedback. Have a great evening

Hi there!

I’m planning a self-drive trip to Tanzania (either September or October).

This route won’t include any of the usual parks you hear about everywhere (too expensive, too crowded, too touristy).

The idea is to explore Tanzania more for its landscapes, beaches, and hiking. A little wildlife spotting, sure, but that’s not the main goal.

Here’s the itinerary I’m considering:

(Arrival and departure from Kilimanjaro Airport)

Night 1: Southern gate of Arusha NP

Night 2: Northern gate of Arusha NP

Night 3: Enduimet

Night 4: Same (near the gates of Mkomazi NP)

Night 5: Mkomazi NP

Night 6: Mkomazi NP

Nights 7-8-9: Pangani or Tanga

Nights 10-11-12: Usambara Mountains

Nights 13-14: Foothills of Kilimanjaro

I can’t find much info about Enduimet at all.

So if anyone has any details about this place...

All your ideas, tips, and suggestions for the rest of the route are welcome too!

Thanks! :)

Hi there,

My partner and I are planning a 3.5-week trip to Mozambique (plus Kruger Park) starting at the end of July. After reading your great tips in various posts, we’ve put together the itinerary below. We’d love your feedback: did we miss a must-see spot, are we spending too little/too much time in one place, or is the whole thing too ambitious? :)

D1: Maputo, rent a car, drive to Kruger Park D2: Kruger Park D3: Kruger Park D4: Kruger Park D5: Drive back to Maputo, drop off car, flight to Tofo/Inhambane D6: Tofo/Inhambane D7: Tofo/Inhambane D8: Transfer to Vilankulo (+ 291 km) D9: Vilankulo - Bazaruto Archipelago D10: Vilankulo - Bazaruto Archipelago D11: Trip to Beira by chapas (+ 534 km) D12: Flight to Nampula (check which day!) D13: Nampula D14: Trip to Mozambique Island (+ 181 km) - visit the island D15: Mozambique Island D16: Trip to Pemba (+ 408 km) D17: Pemba - diving D18: Drive to Quisanga (114 km), then trip to Ibo D19: Ibo D20: Trip back to Pemba D21: Return from Pemba to Maputo - visit Maputo D22: Visit Maputo D23: Return flight

Thanks in advance!

hi everyone, we’re a young couple planning a safari in Tanzania in 2026. We can’t wait to discover the beauty of the Ngorongoro Crater in Serengeti National Park and so many other places. Is it safe to travel in Tanzania, and what precautions should we take? Has anyone used the services of Kiwoito Africa Safaris before? Is it a reliable company? Your personal experiences and tips are welcome—thanks for your help

Back from two weeks in Karamoja, northeastern Uganda, from Moroto to Kidepo Valley National Park.

A few notes from a few months ago for those who might be interested and whom this area wouldn’t leave indifferent. And rightly so.

First, about access to the region: There have been huge improvements to the infrastructure lately. Although not yet finished, the roadworks have made a big difference, and it’ll be even quicker to get there soon. Currently, allow 8 hours. First from Kampala to Mbale, then from Mbale to Moroto via Soroti. The Jinja to Mbale section is under construction, so that slows things down—count 3.5 to 4 hours from Kampala if there aren’t too many traffic jams on the way out or back. From Mbale to Moroto via Soroti, allow another 4 hours, with only a few kilometers of good dirt road left now that the tarmac is being laid. In a few months, it’ll be done, maybe even sooner.

You can do it in two legs with an overnight in Mbale itself or at Sipi Falls, or go direct. In Mbale, stay at Nurali’s if you really want to keep costs down—also a great spot for Indian food. The vibe is nostalgic, like stepping back in time with granny’s oilcloth table cover (if your granny were Indian). Otherwise, Wash and Wills has a nice pool and a view of the mountains across the way. Lovely garden.

For those who don’t mind driving on dirt roads when it hasn’t rained too much, or who aren’t afraid of taking longer, I’d still recommend going via Nakapiripirit from Mbale. It’s longer, more tiring, and tougher (and if it rains a lot, it can be a real hassle), but wow, is it ever more beautiful. Your call.

Once you arrive in Karamoja, it’s time to enjoy the region you’ve taken the time to reach. So many people only go for Kidepo—what a shame, since the area has so much more to offer. The people are incredibly friendly, and the local culture is so diverse and fascinating.

In Moroto, accommodation options are multiplying like loaves and fishes. At Tita’s, the Karatunga campsite, and of course the institution, Mount Moroto Hotel, which feels a bit stuck in time but is where you’ll find a bit of Moroto’s history. In short, something for every taste and budget. The same goes for meals—you can eat for 5,000 UGX (1.25 €) in local spots or 25,000 UGX (6 €) at the fancier places in town. No risk of going broke here.

Same in Kaabong. From a sleepy little town, it’s slowly but surely moving toward a gentle, steady kind of modernity. There are hotels and guesthouses like Kaabong Resort, which I’d recommend. Forget the name and the appearances—ignore the "Resort" part that’s just there to lure you in. In the end, it’s a cozy little place where you’ll hear both local radio and Madonna’s greatest hits (from the late ‘90s). The staff are welcoming and attentive. They really want to make you happy, and it shows. Here too, you can eat for 5,000 UGX in the village or 15,000–20,000 UGX at the hotels.

Between Moroto and Kaabong, stop in Kotido—more new developments there too. And more guesthouses and restaurants with very reasonable prices. La Maison is a spot that, for the more Francophone among us, will feel like a little taste of France. But Kotido is really worth it for the Karamoja region’s biggest livestock market, held on Wednesdays. Colors, noise, smells—so much joy in being there, right in the middle of all that energy pulsing with the pastoral life of Karamoja. Not a single herder will refuse a photo, proudly sporting the "Karamojong package": a vibrant piece of fabric, a military jacket harking back to the Karamojong’s glorious fighting days, an ostrich-feather hat (or a Guangzhou knockoff), a walking stick, and the dual-purpose stool (for sitting or resting your head, used vertically or horizontally depending on how tired you are and how much local beer you’ve had).

In Moroto, take the local tracks—either across the plains or along the Mount Moroto range. The area is mostly pastoral, with manyattas seeking protection not just from raiders (now rare) but also from grazing animals. On the tracks along the mountains, you’ll cross a few small streams and see some camps for gold prospectors or marble cutters, as well as other geological wonders that are putting pressure on the area from unscrupulous investors. You can also follow the tracks into the valleys to discover the Tepeth villages—more agricultural, more remote, surrounded by unexpected greenery.

KaraTunga can help you explore all this. It’s a local agency I haven’t used myself, but they can provide guides and offer services like mountain hikes or manyatta visits...

hi everyone, we’re just back from 4 weeks in Mozambique. If you need any info—even though the situation’s getting more and more chaotic—just ask!

Hi there, we're planning a trip to Southern Africa with a tour operator next January, and during this journey, we'll have two free half-days in Cape Town. Would anyone have the contact details for a French-speaking guide who could show us around during these free times? Thanks so much for your suggestions. Have a great day. Christine

Hello, I’m taking advantage of the forum reopening to ask this question:

For her 70th birthday, my mom will receive—as a gift—a trip to South Africa at the end of May 2025. We’ll arrive and depart (13 nights later) from JNB on Air France AF990/AF995. We’ll obviously rent a car for certain parts of the trip. I’ve been to the Cape Town area and as far as Agulhas twice, but she’s never been to South Africa before. She might enjoy a day or two of safari, but it’s not a priority for her. I’m well aware that trying to pack in too much is risky, which is why I’m looking for your advice on itineraries, safety, and health (status of the Marburg virus). So far, which combinations of these visits (in no particular order) would be doable and most enjoyable for her at a reasonable pace:

1-day excursion to Pilanesberg Park (+ Hartbeespoort on the way back if possible), self-drive or with a tour guide? 2 nights around the Panorama Route self-driving Garden Route from/to George/PLZ for 5 nights (what are the must-sees for a first-timer with so little time?) Wine region for 2 nights (is it worth doing both the Stellenbosch bus tour and the Franschhoek Wine Tram the next day, or vice versa)—she loves good wine! Cape Town for 2 nights (is it worth stopping at the Cape of Good Hope if—only if—you’ve maybe already been to Agulhas?).

This would give a final itinerary like this:

Day 1: Morning arrival in JNB—rest day/to be defined Day 2: Guided game drive excursion to Pilanesberg Park Day 3: Flight JNB–Port Elizabeth, pick up rental car, drive to Tsitsikamma Day 4–6: Garden Route: activities to be defined Day 7: Transfer to Franschhoek: Wine Tram in the afternoon Day 8: Taxi to Stellenbosch for the Vine Hopper bus tour Day 9–11: Transfer to Cape Town: activities to be defined Day 12: Flight from Cape Town to Hoedspruit or Nelspruit Day 13: Visit the Panorama Route Day 14: Flight from Hoedspruit or Nelspruit to JNB, then evening flight back to France

Given the time spent on the Garden Route, what are the must-sees? Same question for the Panorama Route? In general, she prefers beautiful walks with incredible landscapes/views and cultural visits over big cats, but it would be a shame not to see some local wildlife like meerkats, whales (I doubt it in May), or penguins during her stay! There you go—feel free to critique (not too harshly, though😛)/advise/improve. Thanks in advance! 🙂

Hi there,

I know this question has been discussed many times before, but I’d love to hear recent opinions (post-COVID crisis) about tourist safety in South Africa. My husband is offering me the chance to take a self-drive trip in South Africa in July 2025. It’s a dream of mine—we’ve never been to Africa before, but we’ve regularly driven on the left side of the road before ;-) I’ve already booked the hotels and a rental car for a 3-week family trip (my husband and our 19-year-old son). But after talking to some acquaintances, I’ve been warned about the risks of carjacking, theft, scams by fake police, and even kidnapping… basically, a pretty apocalyptic picture of the region!!! I’ve already carefully read the recommendations from embassies and foreign affairs offices. Our itinerary would start at Johannesburg Airport with a rental car, sticking to main roads and avoiding night driving. First stop: Blyde River Canyon (exploring the area), then heading to Kruger National Park (one week), entering through the Numbi or Phabeni Gate and exiting via Crocodile Bridge to reach Eswatini (stopping at Mlilwane Sanctuary) before continuing to St. Lucia (a few days there). From St. Lucia, we’ll go to Durban to catch a flight to Cape Town. There, we’ll spend a few days with a rental car in the Camps Bay area. What do you think? I know there’s no such thing as zero risk (you could even fall out of bed!), but I don’t want to spend the whole trip on edge, constantly worried about being attacked or putting my family in danger. During vacations, we take a lot of photos—I know we shouldn’t flaunt valuables, but photography is a big part of our trips… Should we postpone this trip to a "quieter" time? If you can shed some light, I’d really appreciate it—I’m feeling a bit lost…

Hi there,

It’s been 3 years since I was last there, so I don’t have any recent references. Apparently, the French Canal+ subscription—and MyCanal—won’t work in Rwanda 😡 (whereas in Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, and I think—but not sure—in Kenya or Tanzania, there’s no issue 🤪).

I’ll be there during the 12th and 13th matchdays of the championship, but I have no idea where in the city (and especially which broadcaster?) to go.

Back in the day, Canal+ Rwanda mostly showed (exclusively?!?! 🤨) European football, basketball, and Formula 1. TV5 also broadcasted a Ligue 1 match live. But what about rugby?

Worst-case scenario, how can I get around this with a simple VPN?

Thanks in advance!

Hi there,

I’m planning—when it becomes possible again—to head to Khartoum and then travel down the Nile to Luxor.

I have a few questions:

For the Sudanese visa, it says I need proof of accommodation bookings for the entire stay. Is there another way to get it, because I really don’t want to book everything in advance.

About how long (just transport time, not sightseeing) does it take to get between these two cities?

Are all the connections manageable by public transport?

Thanks.

Hi everyone on the forum,

I’m arriving Thursday morning at 6:35 AM in Addis Ababa, heading straight to the hotel to drop off my bag. After that, I’ll be exploring the main sights of the city solo with my local guide—everything’s already on my list. For the evening, I’m looking for a traditional restaurant, preferably with some entertainment that doesn’t go too late since we’re leaving early the next day. If you know of any great spots and/or lively neighborhoods in the old city, I’d love to hear about them. I haven’t found much online.

Philippe

Hi everyone, I’m heading to Uganda in January. I’ll be backpacking and using local transport as much as possible. I plan to do the Rwenzori Mountains and see the gorillas. Can you hire guides on the spot, or should I book accommodations in advance? I’d love any tips. Thanks

Hello, We’re a family from Réunion with three kids, used to active holidays: biking, camping, hitchhiking, and finding last-minute accommodations.

This time, we’d like to visit a country in Southern or East Africa (since it’s close to our island—flights to Johannesburg aren’t too expensive). The kids dream of seeing animals, but we don’t want to spend our whole holiday in a 4x4!

My husband and I know West Africa well (we’ve lived for months in Burkina, Benin, and Madagascar), where it’s easy to get around by public transport, get unexpectedly invited into villages, and find food in roadside eateries... But we’re not sure if we can find that same vibe in "safari" countries.

More specific criteria:

- See animals and varied landscapes, but without ending up with 25 4x4s around one elephant... - Not spend 5 hours a day in the car every day - Do some travel by public transport - A holiday focused not just on nature but also on taking time to meet locals - Be able to hike (or even bike, canoe...) - Camp for all or part of the trip

Given all this, which destination would you recommend? South Africa, Namibia, Zimbabwe? Or Kenya, Tanzania? Or somewhere else?

I’ve read tons of websites and forums but I’m still confused!

This would be for about 3 weeks next July-August.

Thanks for your help!

Bonjour à tous,

Le projet Voyage de noces Ouganda se remet sur les rails ! Nous avons eu la chance de pouvoir nous marier en septembre (sans cluster en plus 😉 ) et nous nous projetons maintenant vers le voyage.

Etant donné le contexte, nous planifions le voyage pour juillet 2021 si possible. Après réflexion nous aimerions faire le choix d'un voyage de 2-3 semaines avec guide chauffeur (vous êtes bcp à prôner le self-drive ici mais je n'ai pas envie de me mettre ce stress là pour mon voyage de noces, étant moi-même un conducteur très occasionnel).

Arrive la question cruciale : avec qui partir ?

Certains récits font état de guides un peu folklo qui peuvent rendre le voyage très difficile, d'autres de véhicules peu fiables.. Bref, avez-vous des personnes ou des organismes à recommander pour une première prise de contact (les TO premium type Voyageurs du Monde étant d'emblée exclus pour des raisons budgétaires) ?

Un grand merci par avance

François

Bonjour à tous,

D'ici quelques mois je compte partir voyager en Afrique de l'Est en commençant par l'Ouganda. Je pense plutôt aller me perdre sur des petites routes, dans les campagnes et les villages mais je ne sais absolument pas s'il est facile de trouver des hébergements dans ces endroits. J'hésite à embarquer une tente au cas où je ne trouve aucun endroit où dormir. Pensez-vous que ça vaut la peine ? J'aimerai beaucoup faire ce voyage en moto. Savez-vous s'il est facile d'en acheter une ? La police n'est pas trop emmerdante sur ça lorsqu'elle croise des étrangers ?

Merci d'avance pour vos réponses.

Bonjour,

Je fais parti de ces personnes qui ont reserve pour aout 2020 et a qui chris sandman a propose de reculer jusque 2021, je viens de recuperer des vols opur 2021 .. grande question : est ce que j attends namvic, ou je pleure pour mon acompte (on voyage a 4.. donc un bel acompte..) et je cherche un autre prestataire ?

Avez vous eu des news ?

Merci !

Elodie

bonjour à tous les voyageurs cette année, nous avons opté pour la Zambie. Après étude des parcs, on a opté pour ce parcours en partant de Lusaka : parc de Kasanka marais de Bangweule ( mon mari veut revoir un bec-en-sabot, déjà vu en Ouganda) réserve de Mutinondo ( on hésite car le petit futé n'y fait pas référence, seul le Bradt en parle) nuit à Kapyshya North Luangwa ( Chikolongo puis camping ? ) Zikomo camping à l'entrée du South Luangwa ( lequel ? peut-être Tracks and Trail) Lower Zambezi, en faisant une halte au milieu de la route, puis traversée du parc du nord au sud pour camper au Mvuu lodge Kafue ( Hippobay, Kaing U, Mc Bride camp) retour sur Lusaka on pense partir 28 jours. Qu'en pensent ceux qui connaissent les routes ? Merci pour vos renseignements . Pour info, cela fait 4 ans qu'on loue des 4x4 avec tente sur le toit et qu'on part comme ça, en réservant les campings amitiés Brigitte

Bonjour,

En février 2020, j'ai acheté des billets d'avion (2 personnes) pour un séjour en Tanzanie du 31 octobre au 11 novembre 2020. J'ai également contacté Juma Sumbi qui m'a établi un devis qui nous convenait. En raison du Covid 19, je n'ai pas envoyé d'acompte à Juma mais je lui ai dit que ce devis me convenait. Le vol pour Kilimandjaro (Air France départ de Paris) a été remplacé par un vol Lyon Amsterdam Kilimandjar de KLM. Retour inchangé.

J'ai recontacté Juma il y a 2 semaines par mail pour savoir s'il pourrait assuré sa prestation. nJe n'ai, à ce jour, pas eu de réponse. J'ai essayé de l'appeler par What'app, sans succès, numéro non reconnu puis appel direct. Cette fois j'ai eu un message en anglais disant de réessayer car numéro indisponible pour l'instant.

Je pense que, malheureusement, Juma a fait les frais de la situation due au Covid.

Je cherhce donc à savoir s'il est envisageable de faire ce séjour, si des voyageurs se rendent en Tanzanie actuellement et des coordonnées de guides francophones travaillant comme Juma Sumbi.

Merci d'avance pour vos éventuels retours.

Bonjour à tous et merci à toutes les personnes qui alimentent les forums qui sont des mines d’informations.

Après avoir mené une 1ère réflexion sur la Namibie (avec un itinéraire assez avancé déjà) je réfléchis également au Rwanda car entre les 2, notre cœur balance 😛.

En effet, nous projetons un voyage en Afrique Australe en juin/juillet l'année prochaine sur environ 14 ou 15 nuits sur place avec nos deux filles (13 et 15 ans), avec location d'une voiture.

Après avoir parcouru le forum, j'ai dressé un 1er itinéraire, et je souhaitais avoir votre avis sur le timing et le trajet entre les différentes étapes. Le but est aussi de prendre notre temps et de ne pas faire un marathon, essayer de s'imprégner du pays, de donner une dimension humaine à ce voyage.

Voilà ma 1ère ébauche : Kigali - 1 nuit Butare - 1 nuit Nyungwe - 2 nuits Kibuye 1 ou 2 nuits ? Gisenyi 1 nuit Musanze ou Kinigi 1 nuit (nous ne nous offrirons pas le permis gorille 😉)

Pour aller à l'Akagera ensuite, faut-il refaire une nuit à Kigali où existe-t-il une étape sympa à faire pour 1 nuit ?

Akagera 2 nuits Kigali 2 nuits pour visites et repos avant de repartir

Merci à l'avance pour vos 1ers conseils afin que je ne fasse pas fausse route !

Janie

Bonjour. Je cherche un guide local francophone pour nous concocter un circuit d'1 semaine sur Zanzibar. Merci.

Bonjour; Je souhaite réaliser un safari dans le parc de Serengeti pour une courte durée, trois jours. Connaissez-vous des tours opérateurs ou des guides parlant Français ? Merci de vos réponses.

Hello Tous,

J'hésite entre deux circuits, d'une durée de 14 jours chacun.

L'un faisant Kasane - Nata - Khubu Island - CKGR : Leopard Pan, Piper Pan, Xaxa Camp, Bape Camp - Kutse 5Molose et Moreswe) - Khama Rhino Sanctuary - Francistown - Nata - Kasane.

L'autre: Kasane - Gweta - Ghanzi - Kaa Secteur (Swartpan, Gnus Gnus, Zushwa) - CKGR (Xade - Piper Pan Leopard Pan) - Khubu Island - Kasane

Qu'en pensez-vous ? Ca fait beaucoup de route mais j'aimerais retour dans le Kalahari et la voiture est basée à Kasane.

Dans l'attente de vos commentaires, beaux rêves 🙂

Hello la communauté,

De retour sur VF, j'entame donc la préparation de notre retour en Namibie prévu pour l'année prochaine, à priori en Avril 2021.

Après 2 voyages namibiens au mois d'Aout, nous avons maintenant hâte de découvrir la Namibie pendant la saison chaude et humide (enfin pas trop quand même hein ?!), c'est pourquoi nous voudrions partir au mois d'Avril, à la fin de la saison des pluies, pour pouvoir profiter des paysages verdoyants, des piscines des lodges et des soirées tempérées sous le ciel étoilé.

Nous serons entre 2 et 6 (Dépend de la fiabilité des amis 😇) et l'idée serait de louer un (ou plusieurs) 4x4 équipé et d'alterner nuit en camping et nuit en lodge.

Ayant déjà fait 2 séjours de 15 jours en Namibie nous voulons cette fois ci découvrir de nouvelles région (Kunene et Caprivi) et prendre un petit peu plus notre temps (mais ça on se le dit à chaque fois et au final on ne s'y tient jamais 😄)

Nous espérons disposer de 23 jours sur place. Et voici l'ébauche de notre programme :

J1 : Arrivée Windhoek tôt le matin -> Bagatelle Kalahari GR J2 : Bagatelle Kalahari GR -> Namibrand Family Hideout J3 : Namibrand Family Hideout J4 : Namibrand Family Hiedout -> Sossus Dune Lodge J5 : Sossus Dune Lodge J6 : Sossus Dune Lodge -> Rostock Ritz J7 : Rostock Ritz -> Swakopmund J8 : Swakopmund -> Brandberg White Lady J9 : Brandberg White Lady -> Palmwag J10 : Palmwag -> Grootberg Lodge J11: Grootberg Lodge J12 : Grootberg Lodge -> Epupa J13 : Epupa J14 : Epupa -> Dolomite Camp J15 : Dolomite Camp -> Okaukuejo J16 : Okaukuejo -> Halali J17 : Halali J18 : Halali -> Mahango GR (Caprivi) J19 : Mahango GR (Caprivi) J20 : Caprivi ? J21 : Caprivi ? J22 : Victoria Falls ? Retour Windhoek ? J23 : Remise du véhicule (Kasane ou Windhoek) et décollage (le soir de préférence)

En gros... Ce qui fait quand même un bon 4000km en un peu plus de 3 semaines. Sachant que les étapes incontournables de ce prochain voyage sont Epupa, Etosha et la bande de Caprivi.



Alors, j'ai vu que beaucoup d'entre vous étiez allé, ou retourné, en Namibie ces dernières années. 🙂 J'ai lu la plupart des carnets récents concernant cet itinéraire (nombreux) et cette période de l'année (beaucoup moins nombreux 😇) et j'ouvre donc ce sujet pour regrouper un peu les informations et les conseils.

J'ai déjà beaucoup de questions 😊 Dans l'ordre,

Quelle compagnie relie l’Europe (Paris ou Francfort) et Windhoek à cette période avec arrivée tôt le matin ? Sans escale si possible.

Je voulais retourner à Bagatelle où nous avions dormi lors de notre premier voyage il y a 5 ans mais j'ai lu aussi beaucoup de retours positifs sur le Kalahari Anib Lodge, quelqu'un a t'il déjà comparé les deux ?

Plutot Ameib Ranch ou Bagatelle White Lady ? 😉 Vous savez si il y a des éléphants du coté du Brandberg à cette période ?

Pour la bande de Caprivi j'ai bien entendu noté la Mahango GR, et il nous resterait 2 jours. Y a t'il d'autre réserve sympa à visiter avec beaucoup de faune au bord du fleuve +/- balade en bateau ? Si vous avez des conseils coté botswanais je suis preneur aussi. 🙂

Dans l'état actuel du programme j'envisage fortement un drop off à Kasane avec pourquoi pas une journée aux chutes Victoria mais ce n'est pas obligatoire.

Merci par avance pour vos remarques, vos conseils et votre bonne humeur ! 🙂