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11-Day Cape Desert Safari Camping Overland Tour from Windhoek
11 days
About this activity
Itinerary
Day 1: Windhoek – Etosha National Park
Stop At: Etosha Pan, Etosha National Park Namibia
We make our way north to Etosha National Park, a vast reserve of over 20,000 sq km surrounding a central salt depression or pan. The pan is seasonally full of water but specially managed waterholes sustain some 114 mammal and 340 bird species throughout the rest of the year. We spend two nights here, usually making camp near a floodlit waterhole. Observers frequently see a range of night visitors including elephant, giraffe, zebra, even lion and hyena, making it one of the most memorable wildlife encounters in Namibia - a truly African experience and a highlight of any trip to Namibia. We have a short afternoon game drive on entering the park on our way to the camp.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at one of the main camps - Okaukeujo/Halali/Namatoni inside Etosha National Park, Namibia
Day 2: Etosha National Park
Stop At: Etosha Pan, Etosha National Park Namibia
Today, we enjoy a full day game driving in this magnificent animal kingdom - taking in the park’s main characteristic, the salt pan. Despite the dry nature of the terrain, the park sustains a wide variety of bird species including the large kori bustard, secretary bird and many other seed & insect eaters, as well as birds of prey.
After a full day game driving we return to camp, or onto the next camp and enjoy our last evening around the floodlit watering holes, observing natural animal behaviour at its best.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at one of the main camps - Okaukeujo/Halali/Namatoni inside Etosha National Park, Namibia
Day 3: Etosha National Park – Spitzkoppe
Stop At: Spitzkoppe, Namibia
We game drive out of Etosha National Park and turn south making our way to the beautiful Damaraland region where we explore the eerie Spitzkoppe where ancient bushman paintings are still visible. The giant boulder-like rock formations reach a peak at some 1800m above sea level and create a spectacular view. Take your time to explore the area and its delightful calmness. Keep an eye on the ever-changing colour of the rock, especially during sunrise and sunset, when they acquire intense red shades. The most impressive rock painting is “Bushman Paradise” and the natural rock bridge is a favourite viewpoint.
NB: Please take care if climbing onto the rocky outcrops. The surfaces have been smoothed by aeons of sun, wind and blown dust: they can be extremely slippery especially if you are not wearing suitable footwear.
The Spitzkoppe Rest camp lies at the base of the mountain and is owned and maintained by the local community to which all proceeds from our visit to Spitzkoppe go.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Spitzkoppe Rest Camp, Namibia
Day 4: Spitzkoppe - Swakopmund
Stop At: Amanpuri Travellers Lodge, Swakopmund, Namibia
Departing the granite infused Spitzkoppe, we make our way to the Atlantic coast and to Swakopmund. Swakopmund makes for a refreshing change with cooler Atlantic sea air, a taste of civilization and a swathe of exciting things to do and places to explore. Try some adventure desert-based activities like quad biking, sand boarding, skydiving (weather permitting). For those seeking a quieter life, enjoy the other side of Swakopmund: shops, restaurants, museums, the aquarium, art galleries or simply walk along the promenade admiring the ocean, the quaint German-style architecture and indulge in the town’s café culture.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Amanpuri Lodge, Swakopmund, Namibia
Day 5: Swakopmund
Stop At: Amanpuri Travellers Lodge, Swakopmund, Namibia
Today is a free day to enjoy all this quaint seaside town has to offer - from the many optional activities to the German patisseries, cafés and restaurants.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Amanpuri Lodge, Swakopmund, Namibia
Day 6: Swakopmund - Sossus On Foot Camp
Stop At: Solitaire Desert Farm, Solitaire Village on the C14 road (GPS 23.8874710 16.00464999, 67), Solitaire, Namibia
Continuing south, we cross over the Tropic of Capricorn, stopping for a photo opportunity en route to our stunning desert campsite in the Khomas region of Namibia.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Sossus On Foot Bush Camp, Khomas Region, Namibia
Day 7: Sossus On Foot Camp – Sesriem area
Stop At: Namib-Naukluft National Park, C27, Sesriem Namibia
This morning we leave our desert camp early and enter the National Park to trek to the top of famous Dune 45. It’s a spectacular sight but be warned, it’s not an easy feat to reach the top as some dunes are over 300m high! After a well-earned breakfast we continue deeper into the park for a short shuttle ride and nature walk to ‘Dead Vlei’, amidst the giant sand dunes – a real glimpse of Namibia’s unspoilt natural environment. Bring your camera – the shifting colours of the desert as the sun climbs throughout the mid/late morning offer some brilliant photographic opportunities. Departing from the dunes, we stop off at the smaller Sesriem Canyon where the multiple layers of rock and pebbles make for an interesting insight to what lies beneath the mountains of sand. Thereafter we make our way to our camp for the night.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Little Sossus Lodge, Sesriem Area, Namibia
Day 8: Sesriem area - Fish River Canyon
Stop At: Fish River Canyon, Ais-Ais Namibia
Today we drive south through barren and rocky landscapes, dotted with quiver trees, to the world’s second largest canyon. Fish River Canyon is one of the natural wonders of Africa, some 500m deep and over 160km long. Again, there are plenty of opportunities for keen photographers as we spend time around this area and visit the canyon’s infamous sharp river bend known as ‘Hell’s Corner.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Canyon Road House Lodge, Fish River Canyon, Namibia
Day 9: Fish River Canyon – Orange (Gariep) River, South Africa
Stop At: Felix Unite Provenance Camp, Plot 423 Noordoewer, Namibia, 9000
Leaving the mighty Fish River Canyon, we travel south to the Gariep (Orange) river. Our campsite lies on the banks of the river on the Namibia side. On arrival we have the opportunity to partake in an optional canoe safari on the river to see the striking Richtersveld scenery, or simply relax on the water’s edge at camp.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Felix Unite Camp, Namibia
Day 10: Orange (Gariep) River – Cederberg Region
Stop At: Highlanders Campsite and Lodge, Trawal Cres, Cape Town, 7579, South Africa
This morning, we cross the border into South Africa and continue south passing through Namaqualand, well known for its prolific display of wildflowers that occur in spring (best seen between August – September). We camp at a picturesque campsite nestled near the Olifants River. Here we have the opportunity to sample some of the beautiful wines of the region.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Highlanders camp, Trawal, South Africa
Day 11: Cederberg Region – Cape Town
Stop At: Ashanti Lodge Gardens - Book direct and save., 11 Hof St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
We leave the scenic Cederberg area and travel south, passing the rich fruit growing area of Citrusdal and the spectacular views as we meander down the Picketberg Pass to the Western Cape Province. We continue to cosmopolitan Cape Town - without a doubt one of the world’s most beautiful cities, where our tour ends. If time allows we recommend you spend a few days exploring the city and surroundings. Take advantage of the variety of activities normally available here.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
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Day 1: Windhoek – Etosha National Park
Stop At: Etosha Pan, Etosha National Park Namibia
We make our way north to Etosha National Park, a vast reserve of over 20,000 sq km surrounding a central salt depression or pan. The pan is seasonally full of water but specially managed waterholes sustain some 114 mammal and 340 bird species throughout the rest of the year. We spend two nights here, usually making camp near a floodlit waterhole. Observers frequently see a range of night visitors including elephant, giraffe, zebra, even lion and hyena, making it one of the most memorable wildlife encounters in Namibia - a truly African experience and a highlight of any trip to Namibia. We have a short afternoon game drive on entering the park on our way to the camp.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at one of the main camps - Okaukeujo/Halali/Namatoni inside Etosha National Park, Namibia
Day 2: Etosha National Park
Stop At: Etosha Pan, Etosha National Park Namibia
Today, we enjoy a full day game driving in this magnificent animal kingdom - taking in the park’s main characteristic, the salt pan. Despite the dry nature of the terrain, the park sustains a wide variety of bird species including the large kori bustard, secretary bird and many other seed & insect eaters, as well as birds of prey.
After a full day game driving we return to camp, or onto the next camp and enjoy our last evening around the floodlit watering holes, observing natural animal behaviour at its best.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at one of the main camps - Okaukeujo/Halali/Namatoni inside Etosha National Park, Namibia
Day 3: Etosha National Park – Spitzkoppe
Stop At: Spitzkoppe, Namibia
We game drive out of Etosha National Park and turn south making our way to the beautiful Damaraland region where we explore the eerie Spitzkoppe where ancient bushman paintings are still visible. The giant boulder-like rock formations reach a peak at some 1800m above sea level and create a spectacular view. Take your time to explore the area and its delightful calmness. Keep an eye on the ever-changing colour of the rock, especially during sunrise and sunset, when they acquire intense red shades. The most impressive rock painting is “Bushman Paradise” and the natural rock bridge is a favourite viewpoint.
NB: Please take care if climbing onto the rocky outcrops. The surfaces have been smoothed by aeons of sun, wind and blown dust: they can be extremely slippery especially if you are not wearing suitable footwear.
The Spitzkoppe Rest camp lies at the base of the mountain and is owned and maintained by the local community to which all proceeds from our visit to Spitzkoppe go.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Spitzkoppe Rest Camp, Namibia
Day 4: Spitzkoppe - Swakopmund
Stop At: Amanpuri Travellers Lodge, Swakopmund, Namibia
Departing the granite infused Spitzkoppe, we make our way to the Atlantic coast and to Swakopmund. Swakopmund makes for a refreshing change with cooler Atlantic sea air, a taste of civilization and a swathe of exciting things to do and places to explore. Try some adventure desert-based activities like quad biking, sand boarding, skydiving (weather permitting). For those seeking a quieter life, enjoy the other side of Swakopmund: shops, restaurants, museums, the aquarium, art galleries or simply walk along the promenade admiring the ocean, the quaint German-style architecture and indulge in the town’s café culture.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Amanpuri Lodge, Swakopmund, Namibia
Day 5: Swakopmund
Stop At: Amanpuri Travellers Lodge, Swakopmund, Namibia
Today is a free day to enjoy all this quaint seaside town has to offer - from the many optional activities to the German patisseries, cafés and restaurants.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Amanpuri Lodge, Swakopmund, Namibia
Day 6: Swakopmund - Sossus On Foot Camp
Stop At: Solitaire Desert Farm, Solitaire Village on the C14 road (GPS 23.8874710 16.00464999, 67), Solitaire, Namibia
Continuing south, we cross over the Tropic of Capricorn, stopping for a photo opportunity en route to our stunning desert campsite in the Khomas region of Namibia.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Sossus On Foot Bush Camp, Khomas Region, Namibia
Day 7: Sossus On Foot Camp – Sesriem area
Stop At: Namib-Naukluft National Park, C27, Sesriem Namibia
This morning we leave our desert camp early and enter the National Park to trek to the top of famous Dune 45. It’s a spectacular sight but be warned, it’s not an easy feat to reach the top as some dunes are over 300m high! After a well-earned breakfast we continue deeper into the park for a short shuttle ride and nature walk to ‘Dead Vlei’, amidst the giant sand dunes – a real glimpse of Namibia’s unspoilt natural environment. Bring your camera – the shifting colours of the desert as the sun climbs throughout the mid/late morning offer some brilliant photographic opportunities. Departing from the dunes, we stop off at the smaller Sesriem Canyon where the multiple layers of rock and pebbles make for an interesting insight to what lies beneath the mountains of sand. Thereafter we make our way to our camp for the night.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Little Sossus Lodge, Sesriem Area, Namibia
Day 8: Sesriem area - Fish River Canyon
Stop At: Fish River Canyon, Ais-Ais Namibia
Today we drive south through barren and rocky landscapes, dotted with quiver trees, to the world’s second largest canyon. Fish River Canyon is one of the natural wonders of Africa, some 500m deep and over 160km long. Again, there are plenty of opportunities for keen photographers as we spend time around this area and visit the canyon’s infamous sharp river bend known as ‘Hell’s Corner.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Canyon Road House Lodge, Fish River Canyon, Namibia
Day 9: Fish River Canyon – Orange (Gariep) River, South Africa
Stop At: Felix Unite Provenance Camp, Plot 423 Noordoewer, Namibia, 9000
Leaving the mighty Fish River Canyon, we travel south to the Gariep (Orange) river. Our campsite lies on the banks of the river on the Namibia side. On arrival we have the opportunity to partake in an optional canoe safari on the river to see the striking Richtersveld scenery, or simply relax on the water’s edge at camp.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Felix Unite Camp, Namibia
Day 10: Orange (Gariep) River – Cederberg Region
Stop At: Highlanders Campsite and Lodge, Trawal Cres, Cape Town, 7579, South Africa
This morning, we cross the border into South Africa and continue south passing through Namaqualand, well known for its prolific display of wildflowers that occur in spring (best seen between August – September). We camp at a picturesque campsite nestled near the Olifants River. Here we have the opportunity to sample some of the beautiful wines of the region.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Highlanders camp, Trawal, South Africa
Day 11: Cederberg Region – Cape Town
Stop At: Ashanti Lodge Gardens - Book direct and save., 11 Hof St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
We leave the scenic Cederberg area and travel south, passing the rich fruit growing area of Citrusdal and the spectacular views as we meander down the Picketberg Pass to the Western Cape Province. We continue to cosmopolitan Cape Town - without a doubt one of the world’s most beautiful cities, where our tour ends. If time allows we recommend you spend a few days exploring the city and surroundings. Take advantage of the variety of activities normally available here.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
Included
- 10x Breakfast
- 8x Dinner
- 8x Lunch
- Accommodation included: 10 nights
- Fully equipped safari vehicle
- Camping and cooking equipment
- All road tolls and vehicle taxes
- All ground transportation
- Sleeping mattress
- Meals as indicated
- Services of two crew
- Sesriem Canyon
- Sossusvlei shuttle and guided walk*
- Dune 45
- Spitzkoppe, Bushman Paintings
- Etosha National Park, Game Drives
- Entry/Admission - Etosha Pan
- Entry/Admission - Spitzkoppe
- Entry/Admission - Amanpuri Travellers Lodge
- Entry/Admission - Solitaire Desert Farm
- Entry/Admission - Namib-Naukluft National Park
- Entry/Admission - Fish River Canyon
- Entry/Admission - Felix Unite Provenance Camp
- Entry/Admission - Highlanders Campsite and Lodge
- Entry/Admission - Ashanti Lodge Gardens - Book direct and save.
Not included
- Adventure Pass Activities and Excursions (optional/ USD 20.00pp)*
- Visas
- Flights
- Travel insurance
- Departure taxes
- Airport transfers
- Sleeping bag
- Optional activities
- Drinks
- Tips
- Items of a personal nature
Additional
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Each Overland tour has an Adventure Pass which is paid to your tour leader in Africa at the beginning of the tour (or pre-paid by arrangement prior to your tour). This is separate and in addition to the Tour Price, and covers selected park entries, activities and excursions along the way where payment goes directly to the supplier to ensure local suppliers benefit directly from the income. The (Optional) Adventure Pass is USD 20.00 per person
- Minimum age is 18 years, Maximum age is 39 years.
- You MUST confirm and obtain any visa requirements prior to border crossing. All visa requirements are the sole responsibility of the traveller.
- Most travelers can participate
- *Highlights are included in the Adventure Pass
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
Features
Tourism
80%
Cultural
60%
Adrenaline
55%
Original
30%
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