Day
1 South Africa – Cederberg Mountain Region
We depart Cape Town heading north for the Cederberg Mountain
region. On this first afternoon we spend some time learning
about tour-life, the vehicle and equipment.
Day 2 Namaqualand –
Gariep River
We travel north through Namaqualand and head for the Gariep
River. The night is spent around the campfire, getting to
know one another.
Day 3 Namibia - Gariep
River / Fish River Canyon
Choose between a relaxing morning on the riverbank or the
half-day canoe adventure. After lunch we travel north to the
Fish River Canyon, the second largest in the world.
Optional Activities: Orange
River Half Day Canoe Adventure.
Day 4 Namib-Naukluft
National Park
From the canyon we continue on into the remote Namibian hinterland.
We arrive at camp in the afternoon and have time to go for
a walk in to the smaller Sesriem Canyon. This is an excellent
night to sleep out under the stars, beside the fire.
Day 5 Sossusvlei Dunes
/ Namib-Naukluft National Park
Taking advantage of the cooler temperatures we depart at dawn
and drive into the Namib-Naukluft National Park where we will
hike up Dune 45 to gain a different perspective of the desert.
After this you have the option to hike with fellow group members
into Sossusvlei.
Optional Activities: Guided
walk with Local Expert.
Day 6/7 Swakopmund
A dramatic drive through the arid Namib-Naukluft sees us arrive
at Walvis Bay, then it's on to the seaside resort town of
Swakopmund.
Day 7 is left
free for each individual to pursue their own interests including
many adventure activities.
Optional Activities: Quadbiking,
Sandboarding, Sky Diving, Scenic Flights, Fishing etc.
Day 8 Spitzkoppe
We leave all the trappings of modern life behind us and drive
inland to the mysterious Spitzkoppe, a sacred site of the
San people. We have the chance to climb the boulders and rock
formations and will camp in the wild for the night.
Optional Activities: Guided
hike with locals to view San rock art.
Day 9 Himba Tribes
After some early morning exploration we head inland again
and drive north towards Outjo. Tomorrow we will meet the Himba.
Encountering a totally different way of life is a moving experience
for many people.
Day 10/11 Etosha National
Park
An early rise sees us on our way to meet the local Himba people.
After spending some time with them we head off to Etosha National
Park and some of the most unique game viewing experiences
in Africa. We spend our days visiting the abundant water holes
for some excellent game photography.
Day 12/13 Northern
Namibia
After an early morning game drive we set off towards Rundu
on the Kavango River. In the evening we can enjoy a sunset
cruise. The next day we visit the local Ovambo villages. There
are a number of different optional activities to take part
in; alternatively a relaxing day by the river is always popular.
Optional Activities: Kavango
River Cruise, Traditional Dancing, Horse Riding.
Day 14/15/16 Botswana
- Okavango Delta
Those who opt to join the Delta Excursion will leave the truck
behind and enter the Delta using local transport, including
mokoros (dugout canoes). Your guides will provide you with
a briefing about the next few days’ activities. If you
remain behind then you spend the next few days relaxing at
camp. Optional Activities: Okavango
Delta Excursion.
Day 17 Namibia - Caprivi
National Park
The Delta is left behind as we pass through the Caprivi National
Park in Namibia, camping under the stars on the banks of the
Zambezi River.
Day 18 Botswana - Chobe
National Park
Our camp today is on the banks of the Chobe River. The afternoon
is spent on an optional boat cruise into the renowned Chobe
NP, an excellent opportunity for viewing some of the best
African wildlife.
Optional Activities: Chobe
Game Drive and/or Boat Cruise.
Day 19 Zimbabwe - Victoria
Falls
Arriving early at our final destination of Victoria Falls,
we have lunch and those who want to can visit the Falls. The
popular optional sunset cruise includes dinner and drinks.
Optional Activities: Zambezi
Sunset Cruise, Victoria Falls National Park.
Day 20 Victoria Falls
Most people will spend the day White Water Rafting, a not-to-be-missed
experience of a lifetime! Vic Falls offers many exciting alternatives.
Optional Activities: White
Water Rafting, Bungee Jump, Elephant Excursion, Dinner out.
This
tour can be linked to our Cape
to Kruger NP and Cape
to Mozambique Tours.
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