Cape Town to Victoria Falls Overland Safari & Participation Camping - 21 Days



Who is this trip for
Genders
- Female58%
- Male42%
Average age
Start / End
- Cape Town
- Victoria Falls
Physical rating
Group size
1 - 22Meals included
47Highlights
- Witness first-hand the vibrant culture of Cape Town
- Search for wildlife on adrenaline-surging safari drives in Etosha National Park
- Travel into the Okavango Delta in a traditional dugout canoe
- Meet San people at their local village
- Marvel at the impressive Fish River Canyon
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Summary
Think sand dunes, safari drives, and unforgettable sunrises, and still you’ll only have scratched the surface of this 21-day camping adventure through southwestern Africa. Start in Victoria Falls, visit wildlife-rich areas, and pitch a tent overnight in the Okavango Delta. Our Landos (overland adventure vehicles) get you close to all the action, while local guides and Chief Experience Officers ensure your time destination goes off without a hitch.
Itinerary
Day 1
Cape Town
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 2
Cape Town/Cederberg
Hit the road in the Lando and view the stunning Western Cape scenery on the way to the the tour operator-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 3
Cederberg/Orange River
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 4
Orange River/Fish River Canyon
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 5
Fish River Canyon/Namib Desert
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 6
Namib Desert
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 7
Namib Desert/Swakopmund
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 8
Swakopmund
You can pre-book your sky dive on the checkout page, or through your Global Connection Officer or travel agent.
Day 9
Swakopmund/Spitzkoppe
Explore on your own by foot, and be sure to check out the night sky—it's great for star-gazing!
Day 10
Spitzkoppe/Etosha National Park
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 11
Etosha National Park
Embark on a full-day 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 12
Etosha National Park/Waterberg Plateau
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 13
Waterberg Plateau/Windhoek
Travel south through the Namibian countryside to Windhoek. Lunch will be had along the way at the the tour operator-supported Penduka Village Restaurant & Shop. There will be free time in Windhoek upon arrival.
Day 14
Windhoek/D'kar
Cross the border from Namibia into Botswana and travel east into the heart of the Kalahari to D’kar. Catch a glimpse of how the local San Bushmen adapted to this difficult landscape on an optional bushman walk.
Later, enjoy the warm hospitality of the San Bushmen as the group will be staying at the the tour operator-supported Dqae Qare San Lodge & Camp.
Day 15
D'kar/Maun
Choose to prebook a scenic helicopter ride through the Delta during your free time in Maun.
Day 16
Maun/Okavango Delta
Dive right into nature today for an overnight excursion in the Okavango Delta. Do some birdwatching and travel in a traditional mokoro (dugout canoe) to the basic bush camp. Set up camp and head out for a wildlife walk in the area. Gather around the campfire for a sundowner in the evening.
Day 17
Okavango Delta/Gweta
Set out on a morning safari walk before returning to Maun via the mokoro. Then, get back inside the Lando and travel to the ancient baobab trees of Gweta. There will be free time upon arrival.
Day 18
Gweta/Kasane
Journey to the area of Chobe National Park, home to the largest elephant population in Southern Africa. You can pre-book the Chobe River Sunset Cruise on the checkout page, or through your Global Connection Officer or travel agent.
Day 19
Kasane/Victoria Falls
Opt to prebook the Chobe National Park Safari Drive and head out early into the park before crossing the border from Botswana to Zimbabwe at the Kazungula border post.
Day 20
Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls is a great base to see both natural wonders and take part in some exciting activities.
Day 21
Victoria Falls
If you aren't ready to go home yet talk with your CEO about extending your adventure and get to know more of Zimbabwe or beyond!
What's Included
Accommodation
Participation camping (14 nts), permanent tented camp (1 nt), backpackers guesthouses (2 nts, multi-share with up to 10 people), basic bush camping (2 nts), hostel (1 nt, multi-share with 3 people).
Meals
Breakfasts: 18, Lunches: 17, Dinners: 12
Vegetarian options are available on all meals throughout the adventure.
Vegetarian options availableLocal Guide
GuidedThis adventure is led by a local guide throughout. The main language of this adventure is English. Please contact us for other languages available.
Wifi
Wifi is available during the adventure. In some areas and / or accommodation / transport Wifi may be free.
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