7 days in Namibia & Botswana Itinerary

Located in the heart of the country, Namibia's capital city Windhoek receives a constant influx of tourists, in part because of its international airport.

On the 30th (Mon), stroll through NamibRand Nature Reserve.

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Francistown, Botswana to Windhoek is an approximately 9-hour flight. You can also drive. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Francistown to Windhoek due to the time zone difference. In December in Windhoek, expect temperatures between °C during the day and °C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 31st (Tue) early enough to travel to Swakopmund.

Nestled on Namibia's Atlantic coast and surrounded by the sand dunes of the vast Namib Desert, the resort town of Swakopmund enchants visitors with its distinct German colonial architecture and pleasant climate.

Kick off your visit on the 1st (Wed): look for gifts at Kristall Galerie, examine the collection at Swakopmund Museum, and then see exotic creatures in open habitats at a safari tour.

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Getting from Windhoek to Swakopmund by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: take a shuttle; or drive. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Windhoek in December, with highs in Swakopmund at °C and lows at °C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 2nd (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Walvis Bay.

A pleasant port city, Walvis Bay offers tourists a variety of urban entertainment options that complement its many natural attractions.

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Getting from Swakopmund to Walvis Bay by car takes about an hour. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. In January, daily temperatures in Walvis Bay can reach °C, while at night they dip to °C. You'll set off for Okavango Delta on the 2nd (Thu).

Listed as a World Heritage Site, Okavango Delta represents a sanctuary for a rich and diverse animal and plant life, which continues to attract swarms of tourists, adventurers, and nature lovers.

Start off your visit on the 3rd (Fri): stroll through NG/32 Okavango Kopano Mokoro Community Trust. Here are some ideas for day two: stroll through Moremi Wildlife Reserve.

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Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Walvis Bay to Okavango Delta. The time zone changes from Central Africa Time (CAT) to Central Africa Time (CAT), which is usually a 1 hour difference. Traveling from Walvis Bay in January, expect Okavango Delta to be a bit warmer, temps between °C and °C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sat) early enough to travel back home.