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Cape Town to Namibia Overland Safari & Participation Camping

From
CAD 2,309
Duration
13 days
Countries
Namibia, South Africa
Activity
moderate

The adventure

From bustling city streets to sand dunes and safaris, the sites of Africa will no doubt leave their unforgettable impressions. Join this 13-day adventure and experience safaris in Etosha National Park and encounter the wildly bizarre landscapes of Swakopmund all while camping under the big African skies. Your rugged Lando (overland adventure vehicle) will get you to the sites safely, and your expert CEO (Chief Experience Officer) will take care of all the hassles so that you will be free to delve deep into these magnificent countries worry-free.

At a glance

Duration
13 days
Route
Cape Town → Windhoek
Countries
Namibia, South Africa
Activity level
moderate
Style
Beach & Islands, Culture & History, National Parks & Wilderness, Overland & Road Trips, Wildlife & Safari
Group size
Ask
Flights
Not included
Solo travellers
Welcome

Where you'll go

Cape Town to Namibia Overland Safari & Participation Camping image

Day by day

Scenic view of a lonely road through Namibia's desert landscape leading to distant mountains.
Your journey through

Namibia & South Africa

Day 1Arrival dayArrivalGet the most out of your time in Cape Town by pre-booking the South African Wine Tour and Tasting extra. If you do, we recommend booking accommodation for an extra night pre-tour as this activity has an early start time. Please note, due to the timings of this activity, there is a possibility you may miss the welcome meeting on day 1 of your tour - in this case, your CEO will leave you a message detailing what time and where you should meet the next morning.
Get the most out of your time in Cape Town by pre-booking the South African Wine Tour and Tasting extra. If you do, we recommend booking accommodation for an extra night pre-tour as this activity has an early start time. Please note, due to the timings of this activity, there is a possibility you may miss the welcome meeting on day 1 of your tour - in this case, your CEO will leave you a message detailing what time and where you should meet the next morning.
Day 2Hit the road in the Lando and view…
Hit the road in the Lando and view the stunning Western Cape scenery on the way to the G Adventures-supported !Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre. Learn about the history and culture of the ancient San people. Arrive to the campsite in the afternoon and enjoy free time in the area.
Day 3Travel north past large plantations of rooibos tea
Travel north past large plantations of rooibos tea. Camp at the scenic Orange River and arrive at the site with enough time to enjoy a late afternoon swim in the river.
Day 4Travel to Fish River Canyon today
Travel to Fish River Canyon today, the largest canyon in Africa. Hop out of the Lando to watch sunset over the canyon’s rim. Set up camp nearby and sit around the campfire.
Day 5Sit back in the Lando and travel north…
Sit back in the Lando and travel north along long, bumpy roads to the Namib Desert. Arrive and set up camp in the late afternoon, and admire the towering red sand dunes of Sossusvlei seeming to rise up towards the sky in the middle of nowhere.
Day 6Begin the day at dawn and watch sunrise…Conclude your day with a scenic drive, if time allows, stopping at the quaint town of Solitaire, before settling in at the campsite. Here, you may opt for an evening activity: "Namib Desert Walk." This activity is an educational experience about bushmen's survival in the desert, the geology of sand dunes, and local wildlife, and ends with a beautiful desert sunset.
Conclude your day with a scenic drive, if time allows, stopping at the quaint town of Solitaire, before settling in at the campsite. Here, you may opt for an evening activity: "Namib Desert Walk." This activity is an educational experience about bushmen's survival in the desert, the geology of sand dunes, and local wildlife, and ends with a beautiful desert sunset.
Day 7Cross over the dry mountain passes and vast…
Cross over the dry mountain passes and vast empty region of the Namib Desert en route to adrenaline capital; Swakopmund. The group will spend two nights here with plenty of time for the many optional activities in the area.
Day 8Spend a free day in Swakopmund
Spend a free day in Swakopmund. Try activities like skydiving and sand boarding. For an even bigger adventure, hop on a scenic flight over the Skeleton Coast.
Day 9Jump in the Lando and travel toward…
Jump in the Lando and travel toward the granite peaks of Spitzkoppe. Dubbed the Matterhorn of Namibia, this is the perfect place for epic outdoor adventures. Enjoy free time here upon arrival.
Day 10Soak in the strangeness of this unique landscape…After sunset, watch animals at the watering holes near the camping area, which is safe, being well lit with flood lights. Free time at night allows for the option of a night safari in an open vehicle.
After sunset, watch animals at the watering holes near the camping area, which is safe, being well lit with flood lights. Free time at night allows for the option of a night safari in an open vehicle.
Day 11Embark on a wildlife safari drive in Etosha…
Embark on a wildlife safari drive in Etosha National Park. Search for more than 100 different mammals that call this park home. During the dry season (May through October) the animals all gather around the waterfalls creating some of the densest wildlife viewing in the world.
Day 12Move on from Etosha today and travel further…
Move on from Etosha today and travel further south to the Waterberg Plateau. Spend free time exploring the trails in this national park in search of more wildlife, or choose to relax at camp.
Day 13Today involves travelling south from the Waterberg Plateau…Windhoek
A majestic oryx standing in the arid expanse of Namibia's Karas Region.Windhoek
Today involves travelling south from the Waterberg Plateau National Park through the Namibian countryside to Windhoek. Along the way make a stop at the G Adventures supported Penduka Village Restaurant & Shop for a delicious traditional lunch before the trip ends.
Map showing Windhoek

Discover Namibia

A glimpse of the destination you'll explore.

Breathtaking view of Namib Desert with towering red sand dunes and blue sky.
Explore the serene beauty of Namibia with a winding desert road under a vast cloudy sky.
Stunning Sossusvlei desert landscape with red dunes and sparse vegetation in Namibia.
Golden grasslands with distant mountains in Solitaire, Namibia. Captures the serene beauty of the African savannah.
Breathtaking view of cracked earth and towering dunes in the Namib Desert.

Upcoming departures

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