Dunes, Deltas & Falls Discoverer - 18 Days

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Who is this trip for

Genders

  • Female52%
  • Male48%

Average age

47
12 Min100 Max

Start / End

  • Victoria Falls
  • Cape Town

Physical rating

2/5

Group size

1 - 18

Meals included

23

Highlights

  • Marvel at Fish River Canyon
  • Explore giant sand dunes and Victoria Falls
  • Track the 'big five'
  • Take wildlife walks and traditional canoe rides.

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Summary

This 18-day journey through four African countries hits the highlights and is perfect for the adventurer who wants to discover the region’s diversity. Explore the Okavango Delta by traditional mokoro canoe, marvel at some of the highest sand dunes in the world in the Namib Desert, and meet the San Bushmen of the Kalahari. Your knowledgeable CEO will take care of the hassles and planning while you recharge in hotels, local lodges, and camps for a once-in-a-lifetime cultural experience you'll forever treasure.

Itinerary

  • Day 1

    Victoria Falls

    There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting.

  • Day 2

    Victoria Falls/Kasane

    Drive to the border and cross from Zimbabwe into Botswana. Continue to the Kasane area, outside the gates of Chobe National Park, home to the largest elephant population in Southern Africa.

    Opt to check out one of Botswana's national parks and its thousands of resident elephants, crocodiles, and hippos on a sunset boat cruise on the Chobe River.

  • Day 3

    Kasane/Nata

    Opt to rise early for sunrise and marvel at your surroundings as you set out on an optional safari drive in Chobe National Park. Travel to Nata and watch elephants drinking at the watering hole while you dip in the pool on the property, or grab a sundowner at the bar area.

  • Day 4

    Nata/Maun

    Travel to Maun, the biggest town in the Okavango Delta area, pick up any supplies needed, and prepare for the journey into the Okavango Delta.

  • Day 5

    Okavango Delta

    The excursion begins with a drive in customized safari vehicles for about 1-2 hrs to the "dock" to board a mokoro (canoe) that takes us deep into the delta. After a 1-2 hrs in the mokoro, arrive to the basic bush camp.

    In the evening, watch a traditional dance performance.

  • Day 6

    Maun/Ghanzi

    Enjoy the sunrise in the delta before travelling back to Maun by mokoro. Travel along the northern portions of the Kalahari Desert throughout the day – this is a severely arid and barren landscape, though very beautiful.

    Arrive in the late afternoon and camp in the Ghanzi area.

  • Day 7

    Ghanzi/Windhoek

    Today, new travellers may join you for the rest of your adventure. You are welcome to join them at a group meeting this evening, followed by an optional dinner.

  • Day 8

    Windhoek/Etosha National Park

    Leave Windhoek and head north through the Namibian countryside to Etosha National Park and enjoy a wildlife safari drive in our touring vehicle. Keep an eye out for lions, giraffes, elephants, and antelopes. After sunset, some animals may head to the watering holes near the campground.

  • Day 9

    Etosha National Park

    Enjoy another wildlife safari drive in our touring vehicle and keep your eyes peeled for some of the famous wildlife.

  • Day 10

    Etosha National Park/Swakopmund

    Watch the beautiful desert landscape go by en route to western Namibia.

    Spend two nights in the area exploring this historical town or trying some of the numerous activities available, such as sandboarding or a skydiving.

    Swakopmund has bizarre lunar landscapes, unforgettable sunsets, and prehistoric Welwitchia plants.

  • Day 11

    Swakopmund

    Spend a day exploring all the area has to offer. Optional activities include sandboarding, skydiving, and a township tour.

  • Day 12

    Swakopmund/Namib Desert

    Get a real feel for the Namib Desert as we spend hours crossing this empty region.

    En route, take a coffee break in Solitaire, a mystical village consisting of a filling station, a general dealer/coffee shop, and a small mechanical workshop. Drive through Walvis Bay, the only town on the Namibian coastline that boasts a deep sea harbor.

    Arrive in the area in the late afternoon, where the towering red sand dunes of Sossusvlei form the gateway into the Namib Desert.

  • Day 13

    Namib Desert

    Enjoy a visit to Sossusvlei, a clay pan enclosed by the world’s largest sand dunes, up to 300m (984 ft) high. Here, use some free time to enjoy the sand dunes on your own. Visit the Sesriem Canyon, a small canyon typical of the area.

  • Day 14

    Namib Desert/Keetmanshoop

    Continue south through the Namib Desert to Keetmanshoop, enjoying dramatic Namibian landscapes along the way. In the afternoon enjoy a visit to the rare Quiver Tree Forest.

  • Day 15

    Keetmanshoop/Orange River

    Early start and visit the geological formation: Giant's Playground. Drive South and later in the day visit the breathtaking Fish River Canyon. Then, continue on to the banks of the Orange River with time to swim or just relax. Enjoy the beautiful scenery in this part of the country.

  • Day 16

    Orange River/Lambert's Bay

    We head towards the coast again and on to Lambert’s Bay, a picturesque town on the west coast of South Africa.

    Enjoy an included wine tasting at Lambert’s Bay. Learn how to analyze your palates, listen to your taste buds, and how to pair your food with the best wine raised in the foothills of the Cederburg Mountains.

    In the afternoon, opt to visit the well known Bird Island where you can find more than 25,000 blue-eyed gannets at certain times of the year. Penguins also gather on this island for breeding between August and October.

    Opt to stroll through this lovely town, visiting unique artisan shops and boutiques.

  • Day 17

    Lambert's Bay/Cape Town

    While travelling towards Cape Town, through Namaqualand, keep an eye out for fields of Namaqualand daisies (in season August and September).

    Cape Town has many different options should you book extra time to explore after the tour.

    Visit Table Mountain, explore Cape Point (Cape of Good Hope), or join a wine tour in and around Stellenbosch (45 min drive). Visit the old French Huguenot town of Franschoek and surroundings (1 hr drive). For the truly adventurous, try skydiving, abseiling, or even cage diving, for a close encounter with the great white sharks.

    Opt to wander through the city centre, which has some of the oldest buildings and gardens in South Africa (Botanical Gardens and Parliament Gardens), or visit the Cultural Historical Museum, Planetarium, and numerous other small museums and theaters.

  • Day 18

    Cape Town

    We highly recommend booking post-accommodation to fully enjoy this city.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    Hotels (6 nts), lodge/chalet (4 nts), guesthouse (1 nt), serviced basic camping (1 nt), adventure tents (1 nt), serviced camping (4 nts).

  • Meals

    Breakfasts: 16, Lunches: 2, Dinners: 5

    Vegetarian options are available on all meals throughout the adventure.

    Vegetarian options available

  • Local Guide

    Guided

    This 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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  • An incredible life changing trip which was well organised and was led by a fab CEO. Well organised. CEOs are always amazing

    Deena Oct, 2024 Verified
  • Great itinerary. Camping was a unique experience. itineraries, guides, small group size and where people are from

    Mindy Oct, 2024 Verified

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