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Overview

Adventure travel in southern Africa

This overland safari takes to the best of Namibia, Botswana, and South Africa, combining it all on a trip that's fun for travelers of all ages. You'll visit must-see sites like Victoria Falls, Cape Town and the dunes of the Namib Desert, as well as lesser-known areas for a truly unique adventure in southern Africa. No matter where you are, your expert guides will help you make the most of every stop on this safari while attending to your comfort and enjoyment.
During your journey across southern Africa, you and your family can search for Black-Maned Lions in Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, compete to see who can yell for the loudest echo at Fish River Canyon, meet the fascinating people of the semi-nomadic Himba tribe, and see the setting of The Elephant Child, one of Rudyard Kipling's most famous Just So Stories, in the Limpopo region.

Make sure you contact our expert specialist of southern Africa for more information on this wonderful adventure.

Itinerary

Day 1| International flight

Day 2| Cape Town
Set against the majestic Table Mountain, Cape Town offers scenic, historic and cultural attractions. Depart from Breakwater Lodge at 08h00, for a full day peninsula tour. Driving along the Atlantic seaboard via Hout Bay and Chapman's Peak, we visit the Cape Point Nature Reserve, returning along the Indian Ocean coastline back to our hotel, well located right in the Waterfront. A morning or afternoon cable car ascent up Table Mountain is included (weather dependent). Dinner can be enjoyed at the bustling Waterfront at clients' own expense. Overnight Breakwater Lodge (or similar accommodation). (Lunch & dinner own expense)

Day 3| Calvinia (Hantam region)
Departing Cape Town we pass through the picturesque Namaqualand region arriving in the historic town of Calvinia, nestled at the foot of the Hantam Mountain range. During the months of August - October the landscape is transformed into an explosion of colour due to the numerous wild flowers of the region. Overnight Hantam Huis (or similar accommodation). (B)

Day 4| Augrabies Falls National Park
Leaving the Little Karoo we head north to the Augrabies Falls National Park. Here the mighty Orange River plummets 56m into the gorge below. The local name for these majestic falls is ‘Aukoerebis' or ‘place of great noise'. We spend the afternoon enjoying the falls from their many viewpoints. Overnight Augrabies Falls Restcamp chalets (or similar accommodation). (B)

Days 5 & 6| Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park
Leaving Augrabies Falls National Park we head north into the Kalahari and the magnificent Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park. Covering over 3,6 million hectares, this is one of the largest reserves in Africa. Due to sparse vegetation in the area, excellent predator sightings are common including that of the famous black-maned Lion. Overnight Kgalagadi Rest camp chalets (or similar accommodation). (B)

Day 7| Fish River Canyon
Leaving the Kalahari region we head west and enter Namibia. We visit Fish River Canyon, one of the largest and most awe-inspiring canyons in the world. Overnight in Canyon Village (or similar accommodation). (B)

Day 8 & 9| Sesriem
Our journey takes us north through ever changing scenery to our accommodation, located on the edge of the Namib Desert. Enjoy a sunset walk in the dunes surrounding our camp. The following morning we have an early departure for Sossusvlei, stopping in the dune belt to witness the changing colours of the world's highest sand dunes. We undertake a 5km walk to Sossusvlei and Deadvlei. In the afternoon we enjoy a short hike through the Sesriem Canyon. Overnight Weltevrede Guest Farm (or similar accommodation). (B)

Day 10 & 11| Swakopmund
We reach the coast at Walvis Bay and enjoy lunch while viewing the many flamingos feeding. We arrive in Swakopmund and spend the afternoon and following day exploring this German colonial town or booking one of the numerous optional activities on offer (own expense). Activities available include sandboarding, quad biking, skydiving, kayaking, hot air ballooning, or scenic flights over the vast Namib Desert. Accommodation Dunedin Star Guest House (or similar accommodation). (B)

Day 12| Damaraland/ Twyfelfontein
We drive inland through the Damaraland region with its vast and rugged terrain. Its mountain ranges are intercepted by wide gravel plains, which run into sandy, vegetated riverbeds and hot, dry valleys. We visit the Twyfelfontein area for walks to the Bushmen paintings/ rock engravings as well as the Organ Pipes. Overnight Oase Guesthouse
(or similar accommodation). (B)

Day 13| Himba Visit/Etosha National Park
In the morning we visit the Himba tribe, a semi-nomadic tribe living in scattered settlements throughout the region. They are characterized by their proud yet friendly stature and the women are noted for their unusual beauty, enhanced by intricate hairstyles and traditional dress. A few hours are spent learning more about these fascinating people. After our visit we proceed to Etosha National Park where we enjoy our first game drive. Overnight in Etosha Restcamp Chalets (or similar accommodation). (B)

Day 14| Etosha National Park
This Park is one of the most important reserves and game sanctuaries in Africa. Thousands of wild animals call this area home, including blue wildebeest, springbok, zebra, kudu, giraffe, cheetah, leopard, lion and elephant.. Floodlit waterholes at Okaukuejo and Namutoni campsites attract an abundance of animals throughout the evening, providing us with many amazing wildlife sightings. We enjoy early morning and late afternoon game drives. Overnight Etosha Restcamp Chalets (or similar accommodation). (B)

Days 15 & 16| Okavango River
We enter the Caprivi Strip where we spend the night set amongst the lush vegetation overlooking the Okavango River. Enjoy sunset on the deck or a swim in the famous river pool. The following day is free for optional excursions (own account) such as bird walks, game drives, mokoro excursions. Overnight Ngepi Camp (or similar accommodation). (B)

Days 17 & 18| Livingstone/Victoria Falls
We travel across the Zambia (or Zimbabwe) border to Victoria Falls – without doubt one of the greatest and most spectacular sights in Africa. Days are spent at leisure to browse the local markets, to experience the many optional activities on offer in the adrenalin capital of Africa, including white water rafting, bungee jumping, ultralight, airplane, or helicopter flights over the Falls, rhino walks, elephant back safaris, and of course a visit to the Falls (own expense). Overnight Bushfront chalets (or similar accommodation). (B)

Day 19| Chobe River
Crossing into Botswana via the Zambezi River pontoon, we enter Botswana heading for Chobe National Park. Chobe is famous for its beautiful scenery, magnificent sunsets and abundance of wildlife and birdlife. We relax on a game-viewing cruise on the Chobe River. Overnight Chobe Safari Lodge (or similar accommodation). (B)

Day 20| Nata (Makgadikgadi Pans)
After arriving at Nata, we visit the Makgadikgadi Pans (weather permitting) for a truly unforgettable sunset over what remains of an ancient 6500 km2 lake. Overnight in Lodge (or similar accommodation). (B)

Day 21| Limpopo Area
We travel across the border into South Africa and overnight in this picturesque region of the country. Overnight Bobidi Lodge (or similar accommodation). (B)

Day 22| Johannesburg
We travel via the ‘Jacaranda City' of Pretoria, the administrative capital of South Africa and home of the famous Union Buildings, ending at +-16h00. (B)

(This itinerary will depend on local conditions.)

Budget

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Lodging

Departures for this program in 2011
STARTING ENDING
CPT LVI
M 03-10-2011 SU 23/10/2011
M 10-10-2011 SU 30/10/2011
M 07-11-2011 SU 27/11/2011
M 14/11/2011 SU 04-12-2011
M 12-12-2011 SU 01-01-2012


Vaccination
Please note that yellow fever vaccine is now mandatory for Zambia. Proof of vaccination may be requested upon arrival.