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Namibia to Cape Town Overland Safari & Participation Camping - G Adventures Tour
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Namibia to Cape Town Overland Safari & Participation Camping

14 Days

Tour Overview

Spend two weeks immersed in the desert scenery of Namibia, explore the cosmopolitan city streets of Cape Town, and witness the diverse wildlife in South Africa. From the world’s highest sand dunes to Africa’s largest canyon, and safari drives through Etosha National park in search of the “big five”, there’s no doubt that this is the trip of a lifetime on such a diverse continent.

Tour Summary

Duration14 Days / 13 Nights
OperatorG Adventures

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Tour Route

Map of your 14-day journey

Namibia to Cape Town Overland Safari & Participation Camping route map

Day-by-Day Itinerary

14 days through your journey

Day 1

Windhoek

Arrive at any time.

Tonight after a brief welcome meeting, choose to get to know your group members with an optional group dinner at a nearby local restaurant.
Day 2

Windhoek/Waterberg Plateau

Climb aboard the Lando (overland adventure vehicle) and travel to the G Adventures-supported Penduka Village Restaurant & Shop, located outside of Windhoek. Grab a tasty packed lunch here before heading to the Waterberg Plateau. Spend free time at the campsite simply enjoying the wild surroundings.
Day 3

Waterberg Plateau/Etosha National Park

Enjoy a short group safari drive in Etosha National Park in the Lando en route to today’s camping spot. The remainder of the day includes free time to relax at camp and rest up for the next day’s adventure.
Day 4

Etosha National Park

Embark on a full-day wildlife safari drive through Etosha National Park. Search for some of the animal species that call this place home. Because of the park’s size and large concentrations of animals within it almost feels like they come directly to you! Especially during the dry season (May through October).
Day 5

Etosha National Park/Spitzkoppe

Today, travel south with the group to the rocky peaks of Spitzkoppe—the “Matterhorn” of Namibia. Upon arrival, spend free time exploring the area around camp. Hike up some of the nearby rocks and watch the sunset before gazing at a night sky full of stars.
Day 6

Spitzkoppe/Swakopmund

Take in the wild landscape of Spitzkoppe before travelling to the coastal region of Namibia and the adrenaline capital of Swakopmund. Spend two nights here and enjoy plenty of time for daring optional activities in the area.
Day 7

Swakopmund

Spend a full free day exploring on your own. From skydiving to sandboarding, there will be no problem finding activities to try.
Day 8

Swakopmund/Namib Desert

Drive in the Lando to the oldest desert in the world and camp on the very edge. Upon arrival to camp there will be free time where you can choose to walk with a local expert to hear stories about the Namib Desert. Later, fall asleep under the stars.
Day 9

Namib Desert

Explore the stunning rock formations of the Sesriem Canyon. Then choose to go further on the Sossuvlei Desert walk to visit a clay pan enclosed by the world’s largest sand dunes. Return to the campsite and enjoy dinner on the braai before a peaceful night's sleep in the desert.
Day 10

Namib Desert/Fish River Canyon

Spend the day driving to the largest canyon in Africa known as Fish River Canyon. Along the way there will be opportunities to step outside of the Lando and stretch. The group will watch sunset over the canyon’s rim before sitting around a fire at camp.
Day 11

Fish River Canyon/Orange River

The group will cross another border today on the journey into South Africa. Tonight, camp at the scenic Orange River. There will be free time to enjoy some of the activities in the area like a canoe excursion on the river.
Day 12

Orange River/Cederberg

Board the Lando and drive further south past large plantations of rooibos tea as the group heads into the Cederberg Mountains. Camp here for the night where the options for your free time could be a wine tasting, a swim in the pool, or sitting around a campfire.
Day 13

Cederberg/Cape Town

Travel to Cape Town today and stop along the way at the G Adventures-supported !Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre where you will learn about the history and culture of the ancient San people. Tonight there will be free time in Cape Town to explore at your own pace.
Day 14

Cape Town

Depart at any time.

If you aren't ready to go home just yet, talk with your CEO about extending your adventure and get to know more of South Africa or beyond.

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