Namibia to Cape - 14 days
14 Days Starting in Windhoek and ending in Cape Town
Visiting: Windhoek, Etosha National Park, Brandberg, Swakopmund, Sesriem, Fish River Canyon, Gariep River Mouth, Cape Town, Cederberg Municipality
Tour operator:
Tour code:
1851/NTC
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
4 - 30
Physical rating:
Low
Age range:
18 and over.Overland Age Policy:To travel on one of our overland family departure safaris children need to be a minimum age of 6 for Southern Africa safaris (Zimbabwe, Botswana, Namibia, South Africa) and a minimum of 8 years old for East Africa safaris (
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Please contact On The Go Tours with specific dietary requests
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Travelling from the capital Windhoek, experience the very best of Namibia including wildlife rich Etosha National Park, the towering dunes of Sossusvlei and colonial Swakopmund. Discover massive Fish River canyon, quaff wines in Cederberg and end in fantastic Cape Town!
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Windhoek
Location: Windhoek
Meals Included: No Meals
Sunday. Welcome to Namibia! Upon arrival at Windhoek airport, you'll be met and transferred to our campsite in the town centre. At 17:00, there will be a welcome meeting at the campsite with fellow travellers and tour crew.
Day 2 : Etosha National Park
Location: Etosha National Park
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Windhoek - Etosha. Leaving Windhoek, we head to Etosha National Park. This 20,000 km2 desert nature reserve is home to many species of wildlife, including the oryx and springbok, and is easily explored on the gravel roads stretching across the park. After dinner, sit by the waterhole and watch the animals quench their thirst as the evening approaches.
Day 3 : Etosha Np
Location: Etosha National Park
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today we embark on a long game drive through the park, keeping an eye out for the many game options. The varying vegetation creates changing habitats, and so we will see different animals in each section of the park. At the end of the day, we head to our nearby campsite, with time for a dip in the pool and a leisurely dinner. The next day, we continue driving south through Etosha to our second campsite.
Day 5 : Brandberg
Location: Brandberg
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Etosha - Brandberg. We depart south to the Brandberg desert area, where Namibia's tallest mountain can be found. We may have a chance to explore depending on arrival time.
Day 6 : Swakopmund
Location: Swakopmund
Meals Included: Breakfast
Brandberg - Spitzkoppe - Swakopmund. Leaving Brandberg, we travel to Swakopmund today, with a brief stop at the Spitzkoppe peak. Swakopmund was established by the Germans in 1892, and the colonial influence can still be seen in the city's elegant architecture. Enjoy some free time to explore the restaurants & cafes, arts & crafts shops, and of course the coastal beach.
Spend the following day at leisure, relaxing or partaking in one of many optional excursions available. Some of our fellow passengers may leave us here, to be replaced by new passengers joining us for the final leg of our trip.
Day 8 : Sesriem
Location: Sesriem
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Swakopmund - Sesriem. Leaving Swakopmund, we head south to the industrial Walvis Bay before turning inland and toward the desert. Continuing our journey, we enter the Namib-Naukluft Park in one of the oldest deserts in the world. We base ourselves at Sesriem, a great place to experience the Namib and its many moods. A short distance away is Sossusvlei, surrounded by a dramatic sea of sand dunes reputed to be the highest in the world. Magnificent views of the desert can be seen from the top of the dunes, some over 300 m high. We spend the afternoon exploring this amazing area.
Day 10 : Fish River Canyon
Location: Fish River Canyon
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Sesriem - Fish River Canyon. Heading out early, we see the sunrise over this beautiful area and we leave the serenity of the dunes to head south to the Fish River Canyon. At 161 km long, 27 km wide and about 550 m deep, it’s the second largest canyon in the world. The outer canyon was formed by tectonic activity, while the erosion of the Fish River formed the inner canyon. A road follows the eastern rim, giving us access to several viewing points from where we can take in the spectacular vistas.
Day 11 : Gariep River
Location: Gariep River Mouth
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Fish River Canyon - Gariep River (South Africa). This morning we continue south, where, after a short drive, we reach the Gariep River - the natural land border between Namibia and South Africa. We camp at a beautiful campsite on the South African bank of the river. This afternoon we have the opportunity to take a half-day canoe trip on the beautiful Gariep River, affording us the opportunity of some bird watching or just a scenic and relaxing paddle. Tonight there’s a chance for some fun at the wonderful camp bar overlooking the river!
Day 11 : Cape Town
Location: Cape Town
Meals Included: Breakfast
Saturday. Our journey ends this morning. We suggest you extend your stay by a few days to see all that Cape Town and the South African coast have to offer.
Day 12 : Cederberg
Location: Cederberg Municipality
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Gariep River - Cederberg. We depart our pretty riverside setting this morning for the mining town of Springbok. We continue through the Namaqua region and spend our last night camping near the Cederberg mountains. Our campsite tonight is surrounded by wine farms and we get the opportunity to sample some.
Day 13 : Cape Town
Location: Cape Town
Meals Included: Breakfast
Cederberg - Cape Town. On this final leg of our journey, we head south towards Cape Town and its landmark Table Mountain. After passing through Citrusdal, the Piketberg Pass, and wine regions, we arrive in the city, for an evening at leisure.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Camping
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Arrival transfer from Windhoek Airport on day 1
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1st night at Windhoek Urban Camp in garden tent (upgrade available), 2 nights twin share accommodation in Swakopmund and 10 nights camping. Tents and sleeping mats provided
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All camping fees and appropriate equipment
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A fully equipped overland truck for transportation and game drives
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Services of 3 person crew (leader, driver, cook)
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Park entry and game drive - Etosha NP
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Sossusvlei transfer for Desert Walk
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All road taxes and tolls
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Meals
As detailed in the itinerary
What's Not Included
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International flights and visas
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Sleeping bag - please bring your own
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Accommodation upgrade fee - payable locally. Please see trip notes for more details.
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Optional activities
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Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
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Local payment - $490pp, paid in USD.
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Local payment - $520pp, paid in USD.
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Local payment - 2022 - $520, 2023 - $550pp paid in USD.
Age Policy
18 and over.Overland Age Policy:To travel on one of our overland family departure safaris children need to be a minimum age of 6 for Southern Africa safaris (Zimbabwe, Botswana, Namibia, South Africa) and a minimum of 8 years old for East Africa safaris (Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Malawi, Zambia). If a safari includes both East and Southern Africa then the minimum age will be 8 years old. Please note that they will be travelling with the normal group. These are not separate family tours. For family dates look for the icon next to the tour date online. IMPORTANT: South Africa and Botswana regulations aimed at fighting child trafficking:'All parents travelling with children into or out of SA and/or Botswana may be asked to show the child’s unabridged (full) birth certificate, and where only one parent is accompanying, parental or legal consent for the child to travel (eg an affidavit from the other parent, a court order or – if applicable – a death certificate). You should travel with these documents in case you’re asked to provide them. There are other requirements for children travelling unaccompanied or with adults who are not their parents.' Tell pax to contact the South African High Commission, South African Department of Home Affairs and/or the Botswana High Commission for further information.
Check out our Q&As
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
Camping
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Arrival transfer from Windhoek Airport on day 1
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1998
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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