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13 Day Windhoek to Cape Town - Namibia Tour

StartWindhoek (Namibia)
EndCape Town
Duration: 13 Days
Style of Tour :
From
ZAR 29950.00AUD 2,349.02CAD 2,124.11EURO 1,447.56GBP 1,363.22USD 1,588.86

Journey from Windhoek to Cape Town and take in the best highlights of Namibia. View the wildlife of Etosha National Park's famous waterholes. Visit Spitzkoppe and hike to rock paintings that are 2000 years old. All en route to Swakopmund - the adventure capital of the desert. Experience a sunrise over the spectacular Namib desert (the oldest desert in the world) and climb the one of the highest sand dunes in the world. Take in the Fish River Canyon en route to Table Mountain and Cape Town. This tour can be done in Camping or Accommodated.

Countries visitingNamibia, South Africa
Trip ID:DTNWC
This tour is:Family Tour on Select Dates
Accommodation on tour:Camping
Malaria free:Yes

Highlights

  • Windhoek
  • African curio market
  • Etosha National Park
  • Spitzkoppe
  • San Rock Art
  • Swakopmund
  • Namib Desert - Naukluft National Park
  • Sossusvlei - guided walk
  • Sesriem Canyon
  • Fish River Canyon
  • Ai-Ais Hot springs
  • Gariep River (Orange River)
  • Cederberg Mountains
  • Cape Town 

 Below is the basic day to day brief,

The Full downloadable Itinerary is at the bottom of this window.

Please note - new tour duration for 2024 (12-Day itinerary)
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Day 1:  Windhoek to Etosha National Park 
We take a walk in Windhoek city centre and then spend the day travelling to Etosha National Park. Our first Safari starts as we enter Etosha, with the hope of starting off with some amazing sightings. We stay in Etosha for the night.

Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Included Highlight: Walk in Windhoek 


Day 2:  Etosha National Park
Today we have a full day in Etosha exploring all the waterholes dotted through out the park, have your cameras ready as we search for wildlife.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Included Highlight: Full Day Game Viewing in tour truck


Day 3: Etosha to  Kamanjab
We wake up bright and early and enjoy a final game drive through Etosha as we make our way to Kamanjab and exit the park. We see some truly stunning scenery along the way.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Included Highlight: Morning game drive in tour truck as we exit the park


Day 4 : Brandberg White Lady
We travel to Brandberg, believed to be the highest in Namibia. As we arrive, we take a hike to the famous White Lady Painting. This ancient rock art is said to be over 2000 years old.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Included Highlight: Brandberg White Lady Hike


Day 5 : Brandberg to Swakopmund
Today we enjoy a guided walk in Spitzkoppe, 700meters above the desert plains below and learn about the San People and their rock art as we make our way to the seaside town to Swakopmund with it's myriad of optional activities to participate in.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Included Highlight: Visit and explore Spitzkoppe


Day 6: Swakopmund
Today we have the chance to explore the area in our own leisure and partake in the optional activities available in this little desert adventure town.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Optional Activity: Dolphin Cruise, Skydiving, Sand boarding, Quad biking


Day 7:  Swakopmund to Namib Naukluft National Park
Today we depart from Swakopmund and head for the Namib Desert. We stop over in Walvis Bay. This afternoon we are exploring the desert by a local guide. We have an early night as we have to be up early the following day.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Included Highlights: Guided Desert Excursion with Local Expert, Walvis Bay Lagoon, Tropic of Capricorn


Day 8: Sesriem and Sossusvlei
We rise early and make our way to Sesriem. We climb the spectacular Dune 45 and then jump on 4x4 vehicles to experience Sossusvlei and Deadvlei. before we head back to camp we visit Sesriem Canyon.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Included Highlight:
Hike up dune 45, visit to Sossusvlei, Deadvlei and the Sesriem Canyon


Day 9:  Keetmanshoop
This morning we have some time to relax and then we pack up and travel to Keetmanshoop.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner


Day 10:  Giants Playground, Quiver Tree Forest and Fish River Canyon
We explore Giants Playground (massive boulders creating rock formations and mazes) and Quiver Tree Forest. Then we take a break in the hot springs in Ais Ais for a leisurely swim. Finish the day with a stunning sunset overlooking the Fish River Canyon 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Included Highlight: Quiver Tree Forest, Giants Playground, Fish River Canyon, Ais-Ais Hot Springs


Day 11:  Orange River
At first light we travel to the Orange river where we have the chance to take a canoe trip on the river.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Optional Activity: Half-Day Canoe Trip


Day 12:  Orange River - Cederberg
As we enter the border of South Africa, we pass through Namaqualand and if it's seasonal see the most beautiful array of wildflowers scattered in the landscape (July to September). The area is unique and is interesting all time of year. This evening we enjoy a delicious traditional meal.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner


Day 13:  Cederberg - Cape Town
We travel through the picturesque Cedarberg region, home to the refreshing health benefiting Rooibos Bush and then catch glimpses of Table Mountain as we make our way to the tip of Africa. Our tour ends on arrival in Cape Town . 

Meals: Breakfast


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Note: Itineraries do change, please speak to your consultant for the latest up to date itinerary for your travel period.

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Approx. tour cost in
ZAR 29950.00AUD 2,349.02CAD 2,124.11EURO 1,447.56GBP 1,363.22USD 1,588.86

2024 Tour Prices - Per person

ZAR 29,950 - Camping
ZAR 1,050 - Single Supplement (optional)


 ZAR 42,050 - Accommodated
ZAR 3,700 - Single Supplement(mandatory for single travelers)

  • Fully equipped Overland vehicle
  • Qualified guides
  • Accommodation is in twin share dome tents
  • Most campsites have a swimming pool, restaurant and bar
  • Sleeping bag required
  • Meals as per full itinerary
  • Activities as per itinerary
  • All items of a personal nature
  • Visas and travel insurance
  • Beverages
  • Snacks
  • Souvenirs, tips
  • Optional activities (see list for an indication of prices).
This tour has a duration of: 13 Days

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