Cape & Dunes Overland (Northbound)

Company : G Adventures
Activities: Overland Tours / Tours
Countries: Namibia / South Africa
Duration: 1 week to 2 weeks
Approx Costs: 1000 to 1250 £ Pound (UK)

Journey from the city streets of Cape Town to the desert of Namibia and experience the diversity of Africa on this quintessential adventure. Itinerary also available in reverse.

Encounter a thrilling wildlife safari drive through Etosha National Park and explore the world's highest sand dunes at Soussusvlei. Your rugged overland adventure vehicle (OAV) will get you to the sites safely, and camping will allow you to fall asleep to the sounds of the wild underneath big African skies. With guaranteed departures, plenty of optional excursions, and a certified CEO to take care of the hassles, you’ll be free to absorb the spirit of this amazing country.

Itinerary

Day 1 Cape Town
Arrive at any time.

Day 2 Cape Town/Cederberg
View dramatic Western Cape scenery, visit the G Adventures supported !Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre, camp on a farm, and opt to sip on local wine.

Day 3 Cederberg/Orange River
Travel past large plantations of rooibos tea. Opt to take a canoe trip on the scenic Gariep River.

Day 4 Orange River/Fish River Canyon
Cross the border into Namibia, and enjoy the sunset at Fish River Canyon.

Day 5 Fish River Canyon/Namib Desert
Explore the natural wonders of this bizarre desert environment.

Day 6 Namib Desert
Explore the Sesriem Canyon, a small canyon typical of the area. Then continue on to the breathtaking Sossusvlei Dunes, and climb the breathtaking Dune 45.

Day 7 Namib Desert/Swakopmund
Cross the void region of the Namib Desert along with a few dry mountain passes to the adrenaline capital of Swakopmund.

Day 8 Swakopmund
Swakopmund is one of the adventure capitals of Africa. Enjoy a free day to relax or get the adrenaline pumping. Choose from sky diving, dune boarding, or quad biking, just to name a few options.

Day 9 Swakopmund/Spitzkoppe
Travel north to the granite peaks of Spitzkoppe.

Day 10 Spitzkoppe/Damaraland
Visit the Damaraland Living Museum to learn more about the lost culture of the Damara people.

Day 11 Damaraland/Etosha National Park
Enter Etosha National Park and enjoy an afternoon wildlife safari drive in the Lando.

Day 12 Etosha National Park
Enjoy a full-day wildlife safari drive in the Lando. Opt to take an open vehicle safari drive in the afternoon/night.

Day 13 Etosha National Park/Windhoek
Transfer to Windhoek and visit the G Adventures supported Penduka Village Restaurant & Shop for an included lunch, after which the tour ends.

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