21 Day Cape to Vic Falls

  Botswana

• Other Cities in Botswana: 
Mahalapye

  Namibia

• Other Cities in Namibia: 
Swakopmund

  South Africa

• Cape Town: 
Cape Town (Kaapstad)

  Zambia

• Other Cities in Zambia: 
Livingstone

Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: Contact Us for Dates

Description: 1 day Cape Town to Orange River
Departing Cape Town, we make our way North through Namaqualand and head for the Orange/Gariep River. The Orange River forms the border between South Africa and Namibia. The evening is spent camping on the banks of the Orange River, while getting to know your fellow travellers. (D)

1 day Orange River to Orange River
Today is spent exploring the beauty of the Orange/Gariep River on a half day canoe adventure through the Richtersveld Mountains, the oldest desert mountains in the world. We enjoy an awesome African sunset over the Richtersveld at the well known yellow cliffs and spend the evening relaxing around the campfire. (BLD)

1 day Orange River to Fish River Canyon
After breakfast we make our way into the magical land of Namibia and notice a stark change in landscape. Our journey takes us through an area famous for its 'Quiver Tree Forests' and then onto the mighty Fish River Canyon, second only to the Grand Canyon in size. After setting up camp and exploring the area, we enjoy a magnificent sunset over the Canyon. (BLD)

1 day Fish River Canyon to Sesriem
Departing the canyon, we make our way to Sesriem, a campsite on the eastern edge of the Namib Desert. This is an amazing drive in terms of contrasting scenery and beauty with great photo opportunities. Expect to see a vast diversity of wildlife including springbuck, Oryx (gemsbok), Hartman's zebra and ostrich roaming the vast plains of the Namib Desert. After setting up camp and a refreshing swim in the pool, we take a short drive to Elim dune to enjoy sundowners over the rolling sand dunes of the Namib Desert. We explore the famous dunes of Sossusvlei, some of which are the highest in the world. (BLD)

1 day Sesriem to Sesriem
After an early rise we make our way into the heart of the Namib Desert. We have the opportunity to climb the world famous 'Dune 45' for an unforgettable sunrise over the desert. Breakfast will be enjoyed at the foot of 'Dune 45' before making our way deeper into the desert. We explore the dunes on foot and visit the world renowned Sossusvlei, a dried out Lake in the middle of the desert with scattered �SSkeleton⬝ Camel Thorn trees dating back over a thousand years. We visit the Sesriem Canyon in the afternoon for another breathtaking sunset. (BLD)

2 day Sesriem to Swakopmund
Waking up to the silence of the desert, we journey through the Namib-Naukluft Park. The lunar landscape appears, as we get closer to the coast. We continue our journey to the oasis town of Swakopmund, where you can simply relax on the beach or take part in the various adrenaline activities on offer. Evenings to be spent exploring the popular nightlife that Swakopmund has offer. (B)

1 day Swakopmund to Spitzkoppe
After two relaxing days in Swakopmund, we travel north along the 'Skeleton Coast' where we visit the Cape Cross seal colony, one of the biggest seal colonies off the African coast. After visiting the seal colony, we travel to the majestic Spitzkoppe, where we will bush camp for the night. Spitzkoppe is a huge granite outcrop towering some 1950 meter above sea level. We explore the area on foot with an opportunity to view the bushman paintings that this area is famous for. (BLD)

2 day Spitzkoppe to Kaokoland
Today we make our way off the beaten track as we travel to the Koakoveld and Damaraland area. These remote areas are specifically famous for the wild desert elephants and the Nomadic Himba people. We explore the area while tracking the elusive desert elephants and have an opportunity to visit a local Himba tribe. The Koakoveld is an experience never to be forgotten. (BLD)

2 day Kaokoland to Etosha
We depart the magical Koakoveld and take a tour of the 'Petrified Forest' en-route to the Etosha National Park. Etosha is ranked as one of Africa's great game Parks and is home to a large population of animals, the saline Etosha pan stretches for 120 km and is a sanctuary for largest population of Black rhino in the world. Our days are spent game viewing, bird watching and taking in the superb scenery of this arid region. Our evenings are spent relaxing around the campfire or spotting game at the floodlit waterholes on the edge of the camp. (BD)

1 day Etosha to Ngepi Camp
Leaving Etosha, we head Northeast through the Caprivi strip to Ngepi, our campsites on the banks of the famous Okavango River. This area lets you get back to nature and offers a chance to relax. We have the opportunity to experience the local culture. (BD)

1 day Ngepi Camp to Tsodilo Hills
An early morning visit to a local Hambakushu village and the Mahango Game Reserve is featured as part of our exploration en-route to Tsodilo Hills. The Hills are one of the more rewarding destinations in Botswana, renowned not so much for wildlife, but for the extensive collection of the San people (Bushman/Basarwa) rock art paintings. Some 3 500 paintings have been identified. After an afternoon visit to some of the more accessible paintings you relax around your campfire, learn more about the area and the people who left such a fascinating legacy. (BLD)

1 day Tsodilo Hills to Okavango Delta
After an early breakfast you set out for a walk (and some climbing) on one of the designated trails for 3 or 4 hours. This will allow you to see some of the more inaccessible and interesting paintings, whilst also allowing you to enjoy some breath taking scenery. You return to campsite for a welcome lunch. This afternoon you have a short visit to the local San village, before leaving this magical area behind as we make our way to our base-camp on the banks of the Okavango River from where we will explore the waterways of the Okavango Delta. (BLD)

2 day Okavango Delta to Okavango Delta
From camp we transfer by speedboats to Seronga, where we will be met by our local guides. Our time is spent exploring the pristine wilderness of the Delta in mokoros (traditional dugout canoes) and exploring the area on foot. We set up camp on an island in the Delta and enjoy the tranquil African bush. (BLD)

1 day Okavango Delta to Ngepi Camp
We depart the Delta in the morning and make our way back to our base camp by mokoros and speed boats before travelling back to Ngepi camp on the banks of the Okavango River. (BLD)

1 day Ngepi Camp to Chobe
We depart Ngepi camp in the morning and head for the Chobe area via the Caprivi Strip, where we camp on the banks of the Chobe River. The afternoon is spent on a sunset cruise on the Chobe River. (BD)

2 day Chobe to Livingstone
An early rise as we venture out on an open vehicle game drive into the Chobe National Park. Crossing into Zambia by ferry, we set up camp in Livingstone and head out on a sunset cruise on the mighty Zambezi. Our time is spent exploring Victoria Falls and taking part in the many optional adrenaline activities that this area is famous for. (BD)

Highlights: Included Highlights: South Africa Orange River Canoe Trail Namibia Fish River Canyon; Sesriem; Sossusvlei; Swakopmund; Spitzkoppe; Twyfelfontein; Koakoveld; Himba Tribes Etosha National Park; Ngepi; Mahango Game Reserve Botswana Tsodillo Hills; 3 Days Okavango Delta; Chobe River Cruise; Ngepi Zambia Zambezi Sunset Cruise; Victoria Falls (Zambian side)

Cost in US$: ZAR 8200.00

Participation Fees are quoted in ZAR. ZAR (South African Rand) is currently trading at approx. R7.5 to 1 US$; R12 to 1 Euro and R15.3 to 1 British Pound. Please note this does fluctuate so please consult a currency converter for the latest exchange rates.

Included Highlights: South Africa Orange River Canoe Trail Namibia Fish River Canyon; Sesriem; Sossusvlei; Swakopmund; Spitzkoppe; Twyfelfontein; Koakoveld; Himba Tribes Etosha National Park; Ngepi; Mahango Game Reserve Botswana Tsodillo Hills; 3 Days Okavango Delta; Chobe River Cruise; Ngepi Zambia Zambezi Sunset Cruise; Victoria Falls (Zambian side)

Included: All ground transportation, services of experienced qualified driver/guide, camping equipment (two person dome tents, Mattresses, cooking equipment), all highlights, meals, entrance fees & accommodation per itinerary

Meals Included (as listed below):
Cape Town to Orange River (D)
Orange River to Orange River (BLD)
Orange River to Fish River Canyon (BLD)
Fish River Canyon to Sesriem (BLD)
Sesriem to Sesriem (BLD)
Sesriem to Swakopmund (B)
Swakopmund to Spitzkoppe (BLD)
Spitzkoppe to Kaokoland (BLD)
Kaokoland to Etosha (BD)
Etosha to Ngepi Camp (BD)
Ngepi Camp to Tsodilo Hills (BLD)
Tsodilo Hills to Okavango Delta (BLD)
Okavango Delta to Okavango Delta (BLD)
Okavango Delta to Ngepi Camp (BLD)
Ngepi Camp to Chobe (BD)
Chobe to Livingstone (BD)

Excluded: All visa costs are the clients responsibility, travel insurance, flights, departure taxes, sleeping bags, items of a personal nature, drinks, optional activities.

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work in Groups of Depends on Tour

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Written Application

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