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Cape Town and Desert

This tour takes you from Cape Town to Windhoek in 14 days. PDFGrab the Tour Dossier PDF.

Current Price

EUR 1465  Currency Converter + ZAR 1200 Local Payment $mydivloc?width=300 EUR 70 Single Supplement$mydivsupp?width=300 (if needed)

Duration

14 days

Type

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Accommodation

Camping
Local Payment is a portion of your total tour cost which is paid locally to your Crew, in cash, at the beginning of your tour.
Should you book this tour as a solo traveler and are happy to share a room, a single supplement may not apply (depending on availability). If you wish to have a room to yourself or can not be paired up with another same-sex traveler you would need to pay the single supplement.

Tour Summary

A fabulous small-group trip starting in glorious Cape Town and heading north up the West Coast into the heart of Namibia. Check out the wildlife in Etosha National Park, be awed at the miles of desert plains and visit with the ancient San people - stunning!

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General Notes

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Tour Code

CTW14-14

A day-by-day breakdown of what to expect and where you'll be staying.


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Day 1, Cape Town via Cape Point

After breakfast we head south to Cape Point. A scenic and awesome drive along winding coastal roads to the tip of Africa awaits. After a visit to the stunning Cape Point Peninsular, Cape Of Good Hope Nature Reserve and the Boulders Beach Penguin Colony we head back to our base in Cape Town.

Day 2, Cape Town to Cedarberg

This morning we make our way northward out of Cape Town, passing through the beautiful wine lands. We set camp tonight in the shadow of the Cederberg Mountains.

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Day 3, Cedarberg to Orange River - Namibia

Today we journey to a region that is renown for its wildflower display in the Spring, Namaqualand. We make a quick pit stop in Springbok for supplies before journeying on to the Orange River. We cross the border into Namibia and tonight we sleep on the Orange Rivers edge.

Day 4, Orange River - Namibia to Fish River Canyon

An optional canoe trip on the calm Orange River is available here before we travel further into Namibia. Our campsite is Hobas, which is only a short drive away from the Fish River Canyon.

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Day 5, Fish River Canyon to Sesriem

We enter the Namib Naukluft Park and the oldest desert in the world today as we drive towards the dune fields of Sesriem and Sossusvlei. The stark but stunning landscape is worthy of some brilliant photos!

Day 6, Sesriem to Sesriem (via Sossusvlei)

An early start as we enter into the park and head for Dune 45. Clamber to the top for a stunning high-point view over the dunes. We continue to Sossusvlei and from here you will have your own free time to explore the vlei or the surrounding area. Stunning photographic opportunities are available in the dunes so bring those cameras!!

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Day 7, Sesriem to Swakopmund

A spectacular sunset awakens us this morning. We travel north towards Walvis Bay via some glorious desert passes, and make our way along the coast, before finally arriving in Namibia's prime adventure resort - Swakopmund.

Day 8, Swakopmund

A leisure day today to get the feel of this quaint German town sandwiched between the edge of a massive dune field and the ocean. Take on some adventure activities or relax in a cafe on the beachfront.

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Day 9, Swakopmund to Spitzkoppe

Today we make our way to the ancient San bushman sacred site of Spitzkoppe. Explore the 1728m high formation and view the rock paintings before bush camping under the African stars.

Day 10, Spitzkoppe to Brandberg

Our next stop is the Brandberg where we camp next to the dry Ugab River bed, home to the rare desert elephants. We explore the mountains on foot with our local guides, who lead us through this region adorned with rock art.

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Day 11, Brandberg to Etosha National Park

Leaving the Brandberg behind we travel to Etosha National Park - the jewel of Namibia. Keep an eye out for all kinds of wildlife and predators as we crisscross the park on our game drives.

Day 12, Etosha National Park

Today we enjoy a full day of game driving, making our way east along the length of the park. After dinner make your way to another floodlit water hole to see what animals arrive at the water to drink, or relax at the campsite.

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Day 13, Etosha National Park to Windhoek

We leave the wildlife to head to the capital city of Windhoek. You may wish to explore this city steeped in German atmosphere or choose to enjoy a flagon of ale at one of the local taverns.

Day 14, Windhoek

After a lovely breakfast our tour draws to a end.

Meals included in your tour cost

11 Breakfasts, 10 Lunches, 7 Dinners


Highlights included in your tour cost

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Cape Point Day Trip

Stunning scenery
Rugged coastlines
Penguins
Cape of Good Hope
Guided tour


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Sossusvlei Guided Walk

Stunning scenery
Knowledgeable Guides
Sand dune environment
Interesting, entertaining and educational
Worlds oldest desert


There are 8 optional activities available on this trip.

Prices shown are approximate

Tour Starts Tour Ends Price Enquire or Add to Backpack

07 Jun 2012

20 Jun 2012

EUR 1465 + ZAR 1200

21 Jun 2012

04 Jul 2012

EUR 1465 + ZAR 1200

26 Jul 2012

08 Aug 2012

EUR 1465 + ZAR 1200

09 Aug 2012

22 Aug 2012

EUR 1465 + ZAR 1200

23 Aug 2012

05 Sep 2012

EUR 1465 + ZAR 1200

27 Sep 2012

10 Oct 2012

EUR 1465 + ZAR 1200

11 Oct 2012

24 Oct 2012

EUR 1465 + ZAR 1200

15 Nov 2012

28 Nov 2012

EUR 1465 + ZAR 1200

20 Dec 2012

02 Jan 2013

EUR 1465 + ZAR 1200

03 Jan 2013

16 Jan 2013

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Route Info and Logistics

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Tour Detail

Crew: 2 crew (including cook)
Vehicle: Overland Truck
Other: Sleeping mats included

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