Cape Town to Victoria Falls Overland Safari & Participation Camping

Cape Town to Victoria Falls Overland Safari & Participation Camping

• Trip code: 463X021
• Dauer: 21
• Stil: Classic

Think sand dunes, safari drives, and unforgettable sunrises, and still you’ll only have scratched the surface of this 21-day camping adventure through southwestern Africa. Start in Victoria Falls, visit wildlife-rich areas, and pitch a tent overnight in the Okavango Delta. Our Landos (overland adventure vehicles) get you close to all the action, while local guides and Chief Experience Officers ensure your time destination goes off without a hitch.

Übersicht

Accommodation

Participation camping (14 nts), permanent tented camp (1 nt), backpackers guesthouses (2 nts, multi-share with up to 10 people), basic bush camping (2 nts), hostel (1 nt, multi-share with 3 people)

Checklist

Additional Items:
• Sleeping bag (required)

Cold weather:
• Long-sleeved shirts or sweater
• Scarf
• Warm gloves
• Warm hat
• Warm layers

Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)

Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket

Health & Safety:
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Hand sanitizer
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)

Warm Weather:
• Sandals/flip-flops
• Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)
• Sturdy water shoes/sandals
• Sun hat/bandana
• Swimwear

Bitte beachte: Seasons in Southern Africa are quite extreme. Winters can be really cold and summers will be really hot. If you travel during winter months (May to October) please ensure that you bring warm clothing and a suitable sleeping bag

Group Leader

2 CEOs (Chief Experience Officers) throughout as head guide/cook, driver, local guides

Group Size Notes

Max 22, avg 18

Highlights

Witness first-hand the vibrant culture of Cape Town, Search for wildlife on adrenaline-surging safari drives in Etosha National Park, Travel into the Okavango Delta in a traditional dugout canoe, Meet San people at their local village, Marvel at the impressive Fish River Canyon

Introduction

Think sand dunes, safari drives, and unforgettable sunrises, and still you’ll only have scratched the surface of this 21-day camping adventure through southwestern Africa. Start in Victoria Falls, visit wildlife-rich areas, and pitch a tent overnight in the Okavango Delta. Our Landos (overland adventure vehicles) get you close to all the action, while local guides and Chief Experience Officers ensure your time destination goes off without a hitch

Meals Included

18 Frühstück, 17 Mittagessen, 12 Abendessen

Optional Activities

Cape Town
- Two Oceans Aquarium (235ZAR pro Person)
- Südafrikanische Weintour und -Verkostung
- Cape Point Explorer Day Tour (1750ZAR pro Person)
- Urban Explorer Day Tour (1900ZAR pro Person)
- Overberg Explorer Day Tour (3450ZAR pro Person)
- West Coast Explorer Day Tour (1950ZAR pro Person)
- Sandboarding and San Cultural Explorer Day Tour (3630ZAR pro Person)
- Sandboarding Half Day Tour - Atlantis Dunes (1400ZAR pro Person)
- Hout Bay Kayaking Half Day Tour (1500ZAR pro Person)

Table Mountain
- Wanderung auf den Tafelberg (2100ZAR pro Person)
- Seilbahn auf den Tafelberg (420ZAR pro Person)

Cederberg
- Weinprobe

Orange River
- Kanufahrt am Oranje (400ZAR pro Person)

Namib Desert
- Spaziergang in der Namib-Wüste (350NAD pro Person)

Sossusvlei
- Deadvlei (200NAD pro Person)

Swakopmund
- Sandboarding in der Wüste Namib (700NAD pro Person)
- Kulturelle Tour in Swakopmund (750NAD pro Person)
- Rundflug über die Skelettküste (4800NAD pro Person)
- Fallschirmspringen

Etosha National Park
- Etosha Open Vehicle Wildlife Safari Night Drive (750NAD pro Person)
- Safarifahrt im offenen Fahrzeug durch den Etosha-Nationalpark (1200NAD pro Person)

Ghanzi
- San-Buschmänner-Spaziergang (150BWP pro Person)

Maun
- Delta Doors-off Scenic Helicopter Flight

Chobe National Park
- Bootsfahrt bei Sonnenuntergang auf dem Fluss Chobe
- Safarifahrt im Chobe-Nationalpark

Victoria Falls
- Besuch bei den Victoriafällen (50USD pro Person)
- Helikopterflug über die Victoriafälle - 15 Minuten
- Sambesi-Bungeesprung (168USD pro Person)
- Princess Laundry Service (20USD pro Person)
- Rafting bei den Victoriafällen (120USD pro Person)

Start / Finish

Cape Town nach Victoria Falls

Transport

Lando (overland adventure vehicle), walking, mokoro, safari vehicle

What's Included

Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Kultur- und Ausbildungszentrum !Khwa ttu San, Yzerfontein
Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Restaurant & Shop im Dorf Penduka, Windhoek
Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Dqae Qare San Lodge & Camp, Dekar
Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Mittagessen bei Lusumpuko Women's Club, Victoria Falls
Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen
Dein Discover-Moment: Victoria Falls. Fish River Canyon, Sossusvlei Dunes, and Spitzkoppe entrance fees. Etosha National Park entrance with wildlife safari drives. Okavango Delta overnight bush camping excursion. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Packing Note

Seasons in Southern Africa are quite extreme. Winters can be really cold and summers will be really hot. If you travel during winter months (May to October) please ensure that you bring warm clothing and a suitable sleeping bag

Meal Budget

Plane USD270-355 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein

Meal Budget

Plane USD270-355 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein

Internationale Flüge

No, international flights are generally not included in the price of your tour.

However, on some combo tours travelling between two different countries, international flights are included as part of the itinerary and price of the tour. Please speak to your GCO or booking agent for further details.

In addition, check-in times and baggage allowances/restrictions vary by airline and can change at any time. For the most up-to-date information for your flight, please contact your airline. We recommend checking in online in advance to avoid potential delays at the airport

Minimum Age

Um ohne Begleitperson mit G Adventures zu reisen, musst du mindestens 18 Jahre alt sein. Das Mindestalter für Kinder in Begleitung eines Erziehungsberechtigten (über 21) beträgt 12 Jahre

Itinerary

Day 1 Kapstadt

Arrive at any time.

Tonight, after a brief welcome meeting, attend an optional group dinner for your first night in Cape Town

Day 2 Kapstadt/Cederberg

Hit the road in the Lando and view the stunning Western Cape scenery on the way to the G Adventures-supported !Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre. Learn about the history and culture of the ancient San people. Arrive to the campsite in the afternoon and enjoy free time in the area

Day 3 Cederberg/Am Oranje

Travel north past large plantations of rooibos tea. Camp at the scenic Orange River and arrive at the site with enough time to enjoy a late afternoon swim in the river

Day 4 Am Oranje/Fischfluss-Canyon

Travel to Fish River Canyon today, the largest canyon in Africa. Hop out of the Lando to watch sunset over the canyon’s rim. Set up camp nearby and sit around the campfire

Day 5 Fischfluss-Canyon/Wüste Namib

Sit back in the Lando and travel north along long, bumpy roads to the Namib Desert. Arrive and set up camp in the late afternoon, and admire the towering red sand dunes of Sossusvlei seeming to rise up towards the sky in the middle of nowhere

Day 6 Wüste Namib

Begin the day at dawn and watch sunrise from atop the iconic Dune 45. Later, venture to the surreal Deadvlei for an optional excursion to this mesmerizing clay pan before slipping into the shadier areas of Sesriem Canyon to learn about its formation and ability to sustain wildlife with hidden pools

Day 7 Wüste Namib/Swakopmund

Cross over the dry mountain passes and vast empty region of the Namib Desert en route to adrenaline capital; Swakopmund. The group will spend two nights here with plenty of time for the many optional activities in the area

Day 8 Swakopmund

Spend a free day in Swakopmund. Try activities like skydiving and sand boarding. For an even bigger adventure, hop on a scenic flight over the Skeleton Coast

Day 9 Swakopmund/Spitzkoppe

Jump in the Lando and travel toward the granite peaks of Spitzkoppe. Dubbed the Matterhorn of Namibia, this is the perfect place for epic outdoor adventures. Enjoy free time here upon arrival

Day 10 Spitzkoppe/Etosha National Park

Soak in the strangeness of this unique landscape before moving on to Etosha National Park for some prime wildlife viewing. Enjoy a safari drive in the park on the way to your camp

Day 11 Damaraland/Etosha Nationalpark

Embark on a wildlife safari drive in Etosha National Park. Search for more than 100 different mammals that call this park home. During the dry season (May through October) the animals all gather around the waterfalls creating some of the densest wildlife viewing in the world

Day 12 Etosha Nationalpark

Move on from Etosha today and travel further south to the Waterberg Plateau. Spend free time exploring the trails in this national park in search of more wildlife, or choose to relax at camp

Day 13 Etosha Nationalpark/Windhoek

Transfer in die Hauptstadt Namibias

Day 14 Windhoek/D'kar

Cross the border from Namibia into Botswana and travel east into the heart of the Kalahari to D’kar. Catch a glimpse of how the local San Bushmen adapted to this difficult landscape on an optional bushman walk.

Later, enjoy the warm hospitality of the San Bushmen as the group will be staying at the G Adventures-supported Dqae Qare San Lodge & Camp

Day 15 D'kar/Maun

Climb in the Lando and continue towards Maun. In the afternoon, there will be free time to unwind before setting up camp with the group

Day 16 Maun/Okavango-Delta

Dive right into nature today for an overnight excursion in the Okavango Delta. Hop in a 4x4 and ride to your basic bush camp, then do some birdwatching in a traditional mokoro (dugout canoe and head out for a wildlife walk in the area. Gather around the campfire for a sundowner in the evening

Day 17 Okavango-Delta/Gweta

Set out on a morning safari walk before returning to Maun. Then, get back inside the Lando and travel to the ancient baobab trees of Nata. There will be free time upon arrival

Day 18 Nata/Kasane

Venture north from Nata to Kasane. There will be time for an optional river cruise through Chobe National Park before setting up camp under a sky full of stars

Day 19 Kasane/Victoria Falls

Choose to go on an early safari drive in the morning before travelling with the group from Botswana across the border to Zimbabwe. Sit down for a traditional lunch at the G Adventurers-supported Lusumpuko Women's Club. Continue on to the town Victoria Falls, a great base to see the falls, and take part in some exciting activities

Day 20 Victoria Falls

Spend a free day in Victoria Falls. For the adventurous, there are activities like whitewater rafting or a scenic helicopter flight over the falls. The choice is yours!

Day 21 Victoria Falls

Abreise zu jeder Zeit möglich

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Kapstadt

Get the most out of your time in Cape Town by pre-booking the South African Wine Tour and Tasting extra. If you do, we recommend booking accommodation for an extra night pre-tour as this activity has an early start time. Please note, due to the timings of this activity, there is a possibility you may miss the welcome meeting on day 1 of your tour - in this case, your CEO will leave you a message detailing what time and where you should meet the next morning. Bitte vergewissere dich, dass du bis zum Begrüßungstreffen alle erforderlichen Visa für die Reise besorgt hast. Lies dir bitte die Visa-Informationen in den Trip-Details durch, damit du weißt, ob du Visa benötigst, und wenn ja, welche. Beachte bitte auch, dass an der Grenze nach Namibia keine Visa ausgestellt werden.


Wenn Sie an Tag 1 optionale Aktivitäten buchen, wenden Sie sich an Ihren Vertriebsmitarbeiter, um zu erfahren, ob eine Vorabendbuchung erforderlich ist, um an der Aktivität teilzunehmen

Day 2 Kapstadt/Cederberg

Wir verlassen die Stadt, um unsere Überlandfahrt mit einem Zwischenstopp für ein Mittagessen an der Küste zu beginnen. Wir erreichen unseren ersten Campingplatz am Nachmittag. Hier hast du Zeit zur freien Verfügung, um etwas regionalen Wein zu probieren und zu kaufen, ein wenig mit den einheimischen Kindern zu kicken oder die Gegend in der Nähe des Campinglagers in diesem schönen Teil Südafrikas zu erkunden. Wenn du möchtest, kannst du auch einfach am Pool des Campingplatzes entspannen und den Blick auf die Weinberge genießen. The !Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre is closed on Christmas Day and New Years Day

Day 3 Cederberg/Am Oranje

Day 4 Am Oranje/Fischfluss-Canyon

Day 5 Fischfluss-Canyon/Wüste Namib

Wir kommen an den kleinen und verlassenen Ortschaften Bethanien und Helmeringhausen vorbei und fahren weiter über lange und holprige Straßen in nördlicher Richtung zur Wüste Namib. Wir erreichen die Gegend am späten Nachmittag, wo die hochaufragenden roten Sanddünen von Sossusvlei den Eingang zur Wüste Namib bilden. Hier wirst du so richtig das Gefühl haben, als würdest du dich mitten im Nirgendwo befinden.

Day 6 Wüste Namib

Conclude your day with a scenic drive, if time allows, stopping at the quaint town of Solitaire, before settling in at the campsite. Here, you may opt for an evening activity: "Namib Desert Walk." This activity is an educational experience about bushmen's survival in the desert, the geology of sand dunes, and local wildlife, and ends with a beautiful desert sunset. *Please note, while park fees for Dune 45 and Sesriem Canyon are included, the shuttle to Deadvlei is an additional cost

Day 7 Wüste Namib/Swakopmund

Gewinne einen echten Eindruck von der Wüste Namib, während wir mehrere Stunden damit verbringen, diese triste Region zu durchqueren.

Day 8 Swakopmund

You can pre-book your sky dive on the checkout page, or through your Global Connection Officer or travel agent. Mahlzeiten während unseres Aufenthalts in Swakopmund sind nicht inbegriffen, um unseren Reisenden die Freiheit zu bieten, die vielen Restaurants und Bars in der Stadt zu erkunden

Day 9 Swakopmund/Spitzkoppe

Du kannst auf eigene Faust zu Fuß auf Erkundungstour gehen. Außerdem solltest du dir auch den Nachthimmel nicht entgehen lassen – eine tolle Gelegenheit zum Sternebeobachten! In unserem einfaches Busch-Camp gibt es Plumpsklos und kein fließendes Wasser

Day 10 Spitzkoppe/Etosha National Park

After sunset, watch animals at the watering holes near the camping area, which is safe, being well lit with flood lights. Free time at night allows for the option of a night safari in an open vehicle.

Day 11 Damaraland/Etosha Nationalpark

Day 12 Etosha Nationalpark

Day 13 Etosha Nationalpark/Windhoek

Beachte bitte, dass es sich hierbei um eine Kombi-Reise handelt. Einige Reisende werden die Gruppe möglicherweise in Windhoek, verlassen, während andere dort neu dazustoßen. Genieße ein optionales Abendessen mit alten und neuen Mitreisenden

Day 14 Windhoek/D'kar

Wir brechen morgens auf und fahren durch den östlichen Teil Namibias und überqueren die Grenze nach Botswana, bevor es ins Zentrum der Kalahari geht.
 


Wir erreichen den Campingplatz am frühen Abend und kommen genau rechtzeitig an, um an einem optionalen „Buschmann-Spaziergang“ teilzunehmen. 
Abends kannst du rund ums Lagerfeuer die alten Tanzrituale der San/Buschmänner erleben.

Day 15 D'kar/Maun

Choose to prebook a scenic helicopter ride through the Delta during your free time in Maun. Nach der Ankunft in Maun rüstest du dich mit Proviant zur Vorbereitung auf die 2-Tages-Exkursion mit einer Übernachtung in das Okavango Delta aus. Wir empfehlen, dass jede Person eine 5-Liter-Flasche Wasser ins Delta mitbringt; Dies sollte sowohl als Trinkwasser als auch zur Reinigung ausreichen

Day 16 Maun/Okavango-Delta

Bitte beachte, dass es keine Dusche und nur eine Gruben-Busch-Toilette gibt, da unser Camp sehr einfach ist und sich inmitten der Natur befindet – aber bei dieser unglaublichen Landschaft und Tierwelt lohnen sich diese Abstriche!

Day 17 Okavango-Delta/Gweta

Genieße frühmorgens auf einem Safari-Spaziergang den Sonnenaufgang, bevor es mit dem Mokoro und danach mit dem Motorboot zurück nach Maun geht, wo wir um die Mittagszeit ankommen. Wir beladen den Truck und machen uns dann auf den Weg zu den alten Affenbrotbäumen von Gweta. Wir werden unseren Campingplatz Mitte bis spät nachmittags erreichen. Unternimm einen Rundgang, mach Fotos von den Affenbrotbäumen, hüpfe in den Pool und gönn dir nach der Nacht im Busch eine ordentliche Dusche.

Day 18 Nata/Kasane

Journey to the area of Chobe National Park, home to the largest elephant population in Southern Africa. You can pre-book the Chobe River Sunset Cruise on the checkout page, or through your Global Connection Officer or travel agent. If you have pre-booked the Chobe River Sunset Cruise, you will be cruising this evening

Day 19 Kasane/Victoria Falls

Opt to prebook the Chobe National Park Safari Drive and head out early into the park before crossing the border from Botswana to Zimbabwe at the Kazungula border post. Your accommodation is in Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) and NOT Livingstone (Zambia). Please make sure you have the necessary visa.

Note that this trip combines with other tours, and some tours will be finishing in Victoria Falls, while others will be continuing on

Day 20 Victoria Falls

Victoria Falls is a great base to see both natural wonders and take part in some exciting activities. Want to do more with your tour? Pre-book any two of the following activities: Zambezi Whitewater Rafting, Victoria Falls Helicopter Ride, or the Zambezi River Sunset Cruise.

Any optional activities listed on this day can also be booked upon arrival in Victoria Falls

Day 21 Victoria Falls

If you aren't ready to go home yet talk with your CEO about extending your adventure and get to know more of Zimbabwe or beyond!