From the Naukluft Mountains to Cape Town
From the Naukluft Mountains to Cape Town
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From the Naukluft Mountains to Cape Town
20 Days Starting and ending in UK/Ireland
Visiting: Windhoek, Otjiwarongo, Etosha National Park, Swakopmund, Sossusvlei, Johannesburg, Kruger National Park, Cape Town, United Kingdom
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Partially Guided
Group size:
1 - 30
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey from the Naukluft Mountains in Namibia to the vibrant city of Cape Town in South Africa. This tour offers a unique blend of breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural experiences, and thrilling wildlife encounters. Marvel at the stark beauty of the Namib Desert, the towering dunes of Sossusvlei, and the remarkable wildlife of Etosha National Park. Explore the historic streets of Windhoek and Cape Town, and immerse yourself in the natural wonders of the Kruger National Park. With departures from main UK/Ireland airports, including international and domestic flights within Africa, this tour promises 17 nights of charming and superior hotel accommodations, complemented by 17 breakfasts and 5 dinners. Enjoy the convenience of transfers in air-conditioned vehicles and the insights of an English-speaking guide during game drives and safaris. From the ancient rock engravings of Twyfelfontein to the modern vibrancy of Johannesburg, this tour is a perfect blend of adventure, culture, and natural beauty.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Uk/Ireland - Night On Board
Location: Windhoek
Accommodation Name: Overnight Flight
Arrive at your UK/Ireland departure airport ready to board a flight to Windhoek, the Namibian capital. Night on board.*
* If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.
Day 2 : Windhoek - Otjiwarongo
Location: Otjiwarongo
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Village Boutique
Touch down in Windhoek and meet your guide at the airport. If you arrive early in the day, enjoy a short city tour and stop for a coffee whilst waiting for the rest of the group to arrive before departing to Otjiwarongo. Arrive in Otjiwarongo, set in beautiful countryside and depending on your arrival time, enjoy a visit at the local wood carvers market in Okahandja. The rest of the day is at your leisure. Overnight stay in Otjwarongo.
Day 3 : Otjiwarongo - Etosha National Park
Location: Etosha National Park
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Toshari Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel. This morning, set off for Etosha National Park, home to a diverse array of wildlife. On the way, stop at a traditional Himba Village to experience the culture of this unique community.* Continue into the wilds of Etosha and enjoy spectacular game-viewing on the way to the lodge, admiring the landscapes dotted with wildlife such as lions, giraffes, elephants and rhinos. Arrive at the lodge and get comfortable, soaking up the amazing landscapes. Be sure to make time to watch the sunset over the vast plains of Etosha. Overnight stay in Etosha. *Important: For the visit to the Himba Village, a mandatory fee of NAD 450.00 (local currency) must be paid at the destination.
Day 4 : Etosha National Park
Location: Etosha National Park
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Toshari Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast at the lodge, set off on an unforgettable full-day game drive through abundant Etosha National Park in a special open-sided 4x4 safari vehicle. Keep an eye out for large predators, beautiful game species as well as colorful and unique bird species. Snap photos, take in the landscapes and look out for wildlife. Etosha is home to 114 mammal species and 340 varieties of bird. Overnight stay in Etosha.
Day 5 : Etosha National Park - Damaraland
Location: Etosha National Park
Accommodation: Camp
Accommodation Name: Madisa Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Breakfast at the lodge. Continue your adventure the morning as you depart for Damaraland, an untamed, rugged and beautiful desert landscape. Known for its spectacular rock formations, see the regions most iconic sights such as the ancient rock engravings of Twyfelfontein, and the huge Brandberg Mountain. Explore the impressive Petrified Forest and unearth the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Twyfelfontein. Afterwards, transfer to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay in Damaraland.
Day 6 : Damaraland - Swakopmund
Location: Swakopmund
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Swakopmund Sands Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After a hearty breakfast at the hotel, set off to Swakopmund, Namibia's most famous coastal city, known for its charming German colonial architecture. Along the way, pay a visit to the settlement of Uis and continue along the coast. Arrive at the hotel in Swakopmund and spend the remainder of the day at your leisure, enjoying the sandy Atlantic coastline and the colorful buildings that line the beach. Overnight stay in Swakopmund.
Day 7 : Swakopmund
Location: Swakopmund
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Swakopmund Sands Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a day at your leisure in Swakopmund. Explore this unique coastal oasis, nestled between the Atlantic and the dunes of the Namib desert. See the half-timbered Woermannhaus, a relic of German architecture and today a public library, examine precious gems at the Kristall Galerie museum, home to a huge collection of precious stones and jewels, or explore the famous Skeleton Coast. We recommend an optional Dolphin Cruise on Walvis Bay.* Overnight stay in Swakopmund. *Optional Dolphin Cruise on Walvis Bay: Experience the biodiversity of Walvis Bay on an exciting dolphin-spotting cruise. Look out for friendly seals and pods of dolphins as you cruise on Walvis Bay and enjoy fresh oysters and champagne on board.
Day 8 : Swakopmund - Soussusvlei - Naukluft Mountains
Location: Sossusvlei
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Agama River Camp Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Breakfast at the hotel. It's time to explore Namibia's most famous landscapes in Sossusvlei, a photographer's paradise known for its huge red sand dunes. Pass through Namib Naukluft Park, between the coast of the Atlantic Ocean and the edge of the Great Escarpment, and continue to the breathtaking Naukluft Mountains, known for their rich wildlife including mountain zebras and leopards. Take in the spectacular views of red sand dunes and strange welwitschia plants, endemic to the Namib desert, along the way as you transfer to the lodge. Dinner and overnight stay in the Naukluft Mountains.
Day 9 : Naukluft Mountains - Soussusvlei - Naukluft Mountains
Location: Sossusvlei
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Agama River Camp Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast at the lodge, set off early into the vast landscapes of Soussusveli to explore the Sesriem Canyon, shaped by the Tsauchab River over millions of years. Appreciate the breathtaking rock formations and learn about how the canyon has been an important source of water in an otherwise arid region. See the gravity-defying Dune 45 and the breathtaking white clay pan of Deadvlei before returning to the hotel. The remainder of the day is free at your leisure. Dinner and overnight stay in the Naukluft Mountains.
Day 10 : Naukluft Mountains - Windhoek
Location: Windhoek
Accommodation Name: The Elegant Guesthouse
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a free morning before transferring back to the lively city of Windhoek. This afternoon, enjoy a city tour to learn more about the capital. See its most emblematic sights such as the Old Fort before visiting a local township, a vibrant neighborhood where you can experience authentic Namibian culture. Overnight stay in Windhoek.
Day 11 : Windhoek - Johannesburg
Location: Johannesburg
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Garden Court O.R. Tambo International Airport
Meals Included: Breakfast
Arrive in Johannesburg International Airport and take the shuttle bus* to the hotel. The next day, a transfer will pick you up at the hotel to start your journey to Kruger National Park.Depending on the time of your flight arrival, spend the rest of the day at your leisure exploring the city and its diverse and vibrant neighborhoods. Immerse yourself in the lively food scene and pop-up eateries.The city is a real cultural hub and a great place to catch live music performances, so why not head and indulge in trendy bars and restaurants and soak up the atmosphere. Overnight stay in Johannesburg.Make the most out of your time in South Africa! Why not add one of the optional excursion packages to your itinerary during the next step of the booking process (please choose only one package, either Gastronomic OR Adventure, as the activities overlap).Gastronomic Package: two meals in Cape Town’s top restaurants, a Bo-Kaap Cooking Tour and Cape Winelands Excursion.Adventure Package: a Full-Day Kruger Game Drive, an exciting Shark Cage Diving Experience, and an Atlantis Dunes Quad Biking Excursion.*Please note: You can add a private transfer from the airport to the hotel during the next step of the booking process. Our representative will pick you up from the airport and take you to the hotel.
Day 12 : Johannesburg - Mpumalanga - Kruger National Park
Location: Kruger National Park
Accommodation: Resort
Accommodation Name: ANEW Resort White River Mbombela
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Breakfast at the hotel. Today, you’ll embark on a scenic drive* from Johannesburg to the Kruger area, where you'll experience the diverse beauty of South Africa's landscapes. As you leave Johannesburg, the bustling city gradually gives way to the tranquil Highveld. Approaching the Kruger area, you’ll be greeted by the lush, vibrant scenery and the unique flora of the Lowveld. You’ll notice the shift from the cooler highlands to the warm, subtropical climate, setting the stage for the exciting safari adventure that awaits you. Overnight stay in Kruger National Park.Important: Please note that the total transfer time is approximately 5 to 6 hours, which includes one refreshment stop along the way. At this stop, you’ll have the opportunity to purchase food to take with you and use the restroom facilities.*Pick-up times may vary slightly due to shared transportation between multiple hotels.
Day 13 : Kruger National Park
Location: Kruger National Park
Accommodation: Resort
Accommodation Name: ANEW Resort White River Mbombela
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Get ready for an excitement-filled day, as you enjoy a full-day 4x4 Game Drive at Kruger National Park. Enjoy breakfast on the go as you begin the day early on a sunrise safari! Head to the southern area of South Africa's most famous game reserve, the iconic Southern Circle, renowned for observing lions and rhinos. Around midday, stop for lunch (not included) at a designated vehicle rest stop that has a restaurant. In the afternoon, discover the amazing diversity of animals in one of the world’s largest reserves, on a game drive through Kruger National Park. End your day with a well-deserved dinner and rest. Overnight stay in Kruger National Park. Please note: bring comfortable shoes, a warm and rainproof jacket, sunhat, sun cream and a camera to capture the beautiful wildlife.
Day 14 : Kruger National Park
Location: Kruger National Park
Accommodation: Resort
Accommodation Name: ANEW Resort White River Mbombela
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy today at leisure as you explore the beautiful natural landscapes of Kruger and White River independently. Why not join a guided bush walk, have a bite at one of the designated picnic spots or grab your binoculars and head out bird-watching. We recommend an optional Full-Day Safari in Kruger National Park to experience more of its wildlife-rich ecosystems*. Enjoy dinner and overnight stay in Kruger National Park. *Optional Full-Day Safari in Kruger National Park: Set off on an unforgettable excursion to explore the wilds of Kruger! Look out for the Big 5 as you take a slow drive through the national park. Home to elephants, buffalos, giraffes, impalas, zebras and, of course, lions, you’ve got a great chance to see various species up close. Packed lunch included.
Day 15 : Kruger National Park - Johannesburg - Cape Town
Location: Cape Town
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Protea Hotel Cape Town Sea Point
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel. It’s time to head back to civilization today to continue with your South African experience. Transfer by road* back to Johannesburg, stopping to see the exterior of the Union Buildings in Pretoria, the official headquarters of the South African government. Arrive in Johannesburg and transfer to the airport to catch a flight to Cape Town. This vibrant and picturesque city, located at the southwestern tip of South Africa, is known for its stunning natural beauty, diverse cultures, and rich history. Arrive and transfer to your hotel for check in. Overnight stay in Cape Town. *Please note: The journey today takes approximately 7-8 hours by road and includes stops along the way for lunch (at own expense) and sightseeing. There will be no accompanying guide for this journey so take the opportunity to enjoy the passing landscapes as you travel through some of the most spectacular regions in South Africa.
Day 16 : Cape Town
Location: Cape Town
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Protea Hotel Cape Town Sea Point
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel. Today, enjoy the hop on hop off bus ticket in Cape Town. It’s the best way to see the city independently, as you decide when to hop on and when to hop off the bus! With over 30 possible stops, pick your favourite attractions and move about the city at your own pace. In the afternoon, take the Cableway and go up to Table Mountain to behold one of Africa’s most breathtaking views. Enjoy incredible sights across the city, coastline, and surrounding landscapes. Transfer to the hotel and overnight stay in Cape Town.
Day 17 : Cape Town
Location: Cape Town
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Protea Hotel Cape Town Sea Point
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel. Today, the day is yours to continue discovering the city independently. Why not head to one of the many museums, explore Cape Point or Kirstenbosch, South Africa’s flagship botanical garden. We recommend the optional Cape Winelands excursion* to the renowned wine-producing region in South Africa, known for its picturesque landscapes, historic vineyards, and world-class wines. Overnight stay in Cape Town. *Optional Cape Winelands excursion: Set off into the lush Winelands outside of Cape Town and visit the wine producers in Stellenbosch. Enjoy a mix of wine tastings, stunning scenery, cultural experiences and an exclusive cellar tour.
Day 18 : Cape Town
Location: Cape Town
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Protea Hotel Cape Town Sea Point
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy another free day today, where you can continue discovering the city at your own pace. If you want to make the most out of your trip, we recommend the optional full-day tour of Cape Peninsula, a paradise of vineyards, coastal seal and penguin colonies!* Overnight stay in Cape Town.*Optional full-day Cape Peninsula excursion: Enjoy the delights of Cape Peninsula including; Clifton, Camps Bay, Llandudno and the amazing Twelve Apostles. Pass through Noordhoek and observe local ostriches before visiting the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve and Cape Point. Fall in love with the penguin colony, Boulder's Beach and see Simons Town and Muizenberg Beach.
Day 19 : Cape Town - Night On Board
Location: Cape Town
Accommodation Name: Overnight Flight
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel.* Sadly, it's time to bring your journey through Southern Africa to an end. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight back to theUK/Ireland. Night on board. *Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.
Day 20 : Uk/Ireland
Location: United Kingdom
Arrive in the UK/Ireland and end your trip.
What's Included
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Departures from main UK/Ireland airports.
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International flights: UK/Ireland- Windhoek, Windhoek - UK/Ireland.
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Flights: Johannesburg - Cape Town.*
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17 nights hotel accommodation in Charm and Superior category hotels.
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17 breakfasts and 5 dinners.
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Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles.
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Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary.**
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All air taxes and fuel surcharge.
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ATOL Protection.
What's Not Included
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and needs to be acquired separately.
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Meals Not Mentioned
Any meals not mentioned in the inclusions are excluded.
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Personal Expenses
All personal expenses such as additional meals, beverages, and activities not mentioned in the itinerary are excluded.
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Optional Excursions
Optional excursions and activities not mentioned in the itinerary are excluded.
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Visa Fees
Any applicable visa fees are not included.
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Mandatory Fees
Mandatory fee for the visit to the Himba Village of NAD 450.00 (local currency) must be paid at the destination.
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Tips and Gratuities
Tips and gratuities for guides and drivers are not included.
Meals Included
17 breakfasts and 5 dinners.
Mode of Transport
Travel in style with international flights from the UK/Ireland to Windhoek, internal flights, and road transfers in air-conditioned vehicles. Enjoy game drives in open-sided 4x4 vehicles for an immersive safari experience.
Accommodation
Experience a blend of comfort and adventure with stays in charming and superior category hotels, including unique lodges in wildlife-rich areas and city hotels for urban exploration.
Check out our Q&As
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What countries does the tour visit?
The tour visits South Africa and Namibia.
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What are the highlights of the tour?
The highlights of the tour include Deadvlei, Dune 45, Etosha National Park, Namib Desert, Sesriem Canyon, Windhoek, Cape Town, Johannesburg, Kruger National Park, and Pretoria.
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What type of tour is this?
This is a Wildlife Tours that also includes elements of Safari Tours, Cultural, History, Photography, 4WD, and Sightseeing.
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How many nights of hotel accommodation are included?
The tour includes 17 nights hotel accommodation in Charm and Superior category hotels.
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What meals are included in the tour?
The tour includes 17 breakfasts and 5 dinners.
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Are international flights included?
Yes, international flights from UK/Ireland to Windhoek and Windhoek to UK/Ireland, as well as flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town, are included.
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What are the exclusions?
Exclusions include travel insurance, meals not mentioned, personal expenses, optional excursions and activities not mentioned in the itinerary, any applicable visa fees, mandatory fee for the visit to the Himba Village, and tips and gratuities for guides and drivers.
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Is there a game drive included?
Yes, there is a Game Drive in Etosha National Park in an open-sided 4x4 vehicle and a Safari in Kruger National Park with an English-speaking guide included.
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