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Cape Town to Victoria Falls Expedition
Adventure Cape Town to Victoria Falls
Overview
Cape Town to Victoria Falls Expedition
Expect an unforgettable 20-day accommodated overland adventure through South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, and Zimbabwe. From the dunes of Sossusvlei to the wildlife of Etosha and Chobe, river cruises, mokoro safaris, and the mighty Victoria Falls, each day reveals new landscapes, cultures, and unforgettable encounters with Africa’s natural beauty.
Highlights
Trip highlights
- South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe
- Fish River Canyon, Sossusvlei, Etosha, Okavango Delta, Chobe, Victoria Falls
- Wildlife Experiences
- Mokoro Safari - Okavango Delta
Inclusions
What's included
- 19 nights of 3/4 star accommodation, meals included
- Tours, experiences and hiking activities
- Comfortable, airconditioned vehicle
- Price per person sharing
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Travel is not just about visiting new destinations; it’s about immersing yourself in new cultures, connecting with people and creating memories that last a lifetime.
Community & Culture
Properties and experiences that uplift and empower local communities.
Conservation
Supports wildlife projects, protected areas and ecosystem regeneration.
Footprint
Lodges and camps chosen for their sustainability credentials and initiatives.
Days 1 - 7
Cape Town to Sossusvlei Namib-Naukluft National Park
Day 1 | Cape Town to Okiep Driving distance approx. 568 km; driving time approx. +- 6 hours
Leaving the city of Cape Town, it’s an early start as we head into the Namaqualand and for the historic mining town of Okiep. (Khoikhoi: “Nama-kwa” meaning Nama Khoi people’s land) is an arid region of Namibia and South Africa) was in the 1870s ranked as having the richest copper mine in the world. The town is on the site of a spring that was known in the Khoekhoe language of the Nama people as U-gieb and was originally spelled as O’okiep. Lunch will be on the road and in the afternoon we are taken on a short historical tour to explore the area.
Okiep Country Hotel Lunch | Dinner
Day 2 | Okiep to Orange River Namibia Driving distance approx. 125 km; driving time approx. +- 2 hours
Today we cross over into Namibia and the Orange River is the longest river in South Africa, flowing over 2,200 km from the Drakensberg Mountains in Lesotho to the Atlantic Ocean. We head for our camp where the afternoon is spent at leisure on the banks of the river.
Cabana Accommodation Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 3 | Orange River Namibia
After breakfast we head out to the drop off point to meet our guide and canoes where we spend the better part of the day enjoying the magic of the Orange River at a relaxed pace, we soak up the sun and Like with any adventure, there may be thrills and spills, but our River Guides will always ensure our safety
Cabana Accommodation Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 4 | Orange River to Fish River Canyon Driving distance approx. 151 km; driving time approx. +- 3 hours
We head further into Namibia and the Fish River Canyon, the largest canyon in Africa and the second largest in the world, stretching over 160 km long. Lunch will be at our Lodge and later in the afternoon we will be take a drive to the major lookout point along the Fish River Canyon.
Canyon Village Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 5 | Fish River Canyon to Luderitz Driving distance approx. 422 km; driving time approx. +- 5 hours
Our journey today takes us into the Sperrgebiet, now officially Tsau ǁKhaeb National Park, a protected diamond-rich area in southwestern Namibia, historically known as a forbidden zone, that preserves the unique biodiversity of the Succulent Karoo biome. The Sperrgebiet supports a special variety of biodiversity with endemic species by representing a unique desert ecosystem. In this landscape, still largely uncontaminated, some species of great naturalistic interest such as the feral horse of Namib have survived. It is a species of uncertain origin, but of great fascination for those who are lucky to observe it into the wild. The Namib feral horse population is probably the only herd of wild horses that survives in Africa. ( Hopefully we see them on our journey). This afternoon we explore the Kolmanskop a desert ghost town in Namibia, famous for its abandoned German diamond mining village being swallowed by the Namib Desert sands
The Nest Hotel Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 6 | Luderitz to Namib-Naukluft National Park Driving distance approx. 497 km; driving time approx. +- 6.5 hours
Further into the desert we move today and Sossusvlei is a famous salt and clay pan in Namibia’s southern Namib Desert, within the Namib-Naukluft National Park. It is known for its iconic red, wind-sculpted dunes, some among the world’s highest, reaching up to 400 meters. The area’s name, meaning “dead end marsh,” reflects how the Tsauchab River is blocked by the dunes. Visitors explore the area, with popular sites including Deadvlei, Dune 45, and Big Daddy.
Desert Quiver Camp Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 7 | Sossusvlei Driving distance approx. 60 km; driving time approx. +- 1.5 hours
An early start from the Lodge to enter the Namib-Naukluft Park at sunrise, while the temperature is still mild and when the dune contrasts are at their best. You will travel in one of our truck we will stop at Dune 45, the world’s most photographed dune. And from there to the parking area where you can either walk or catch the shuttle to dead vlei and sossusvlei.
The more energetic have the opportunity to climb to the upper ridge of Big Daddy Dune, one of the highest dunes in this area! We spend time exploring Sossusvlei before returning to the Lodge approximately 5½ hours later in time for lunch.
Desert Quiver Camp Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 8 | Namib-Naukluft Park to Swakopmund Driving distance approx. 418 km; driving time approx. +- 6 hours
Swakopmund is situated at the edge of the Namib Desert and is the fourth largest population centre in Namibia. Swakopmund is a popular beach resort and characterized by 19th century German colonial architecture. The city was founded in 1892 as the main harbour for German South West Africa. After Lunch we head into the Welwitchia Plains and the the Lunar Landscape. Late afternoon is for exploring the town.
The Delight Swakopmund Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Days 8 - 14
Namib-Naukluft National Park to Okavango River - Rundu
Day 10 | Spitzkoppe
Up early we head into the Spitzkoppe to explore the outcrop and the famous arch.
Spitzkoppe Tented Camp Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 9 | Swakopmund to Spitzkoppe Driving distance approx. 300 km; driving time approx. +- 4 hours
We head further up the Skeleton Coast this morning and make a stop at Cape Cross, here the Portuguese navigator, Diego Cão, landed here in 1486 on his second expedition south of the equator and planted a stone cross (padrão) to mark his journey. This reserve is a sanctuary for the world’s largest breeding colony of Cape fur seals, with up to 210 000 seals present during the breeding season in November and December.
Turning inland we head for the Spitzkoppe a group of bald granite peaks or inselbergs located between Usakos and Swakopmund in the Namib desert of Namibia. The granite is more than 120 million years old and the highest outcrop rises about 1,728 metres above sea level. The peaks stand out dramatically from the flat surrounding plains.
Spitzkoppe Tented Camp Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 12 | Etosha National Park
Up before sunrise we board our safari vehicles and head into the park for a full day safari.
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Etosha Village Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 11 | Spitzkoppe to Etosha National Park Driving distance approx. 417 km; driving time approx. +- 5 hours
We head north to Etosha National Park today, Etosha means the “great white area” and refers to the huge salt pan. This is an impressive sight because it’s certainly the biggest salt pan in Africa. Subsequently, when it rains, the water pools in Etosha Pan and attracts hundreds of thousands of flamingos! It is known as Namibia’s foremost wildlife sanctuary. The landscape is unique and varied and subsequently home to a wide variety of animals, lion, elephant, leopard, giraffe, cheetah, hyena, springbok, two kinds of zebra, eland and many more species of wildlife are found here.
Etosha Village Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 14 | Tsumeb to Rundu Driving distance approx. 319 km; driving time approx. +- 4 hours
Heading north we pass through the Animal Disease Control gate and through villages marked by kilometres as opposed to names as we head for the top of Namibia and the Cubango River (Okavango). We unwind and relax on the river for an afternoon Sundowner Cruise.
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Hakusembe River Lodge Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 13 | Etosha National Park to Tsumeb Driving distance approx. 270 km; driving time approx. +- 3 hours
Up early we board our truck and head through the park, making our way to Namutoni and then Tsumeb outside of the Park and Callies Game Lodge where will overnight.
Callies Game Lodge Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Days 15 - 20
Rundu toVictoria Falls
Day 15 | Rundu to Maun Driving distance approx. 626 km; driving time approx. +- 8 hours
Today we rise early and follow the Okavango River as it heads towards Botswana, through the Mahango National Park and finally the Okavango Delta and Maun the safari gateway.
Delta Rain Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 16 | Okavango Delta
This morning we head into the Okavango Delta a vast inland river delta in northern Botswana. It’s known for its sprawling grassy plains, which flood seasonally, becoming a lush animal habitat. The Moremi Game Reserve occupies the east and central areas of the region. Here, dugout canoes are used to navigate past hippos, elephants and crocodiles. On dry land, wildlife includes lions, leopards, giraffes and rhinos
After a short transfer ( depending on water levels), we head into the delta on our mokoros for a night out in the remote wilderness.
Delta Rain Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 17 | Maun
Mid Morning we make our way back to Maun, where we freshen up, shower and have the afternoon at leisure.
Delta Rain Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 18 | Maun to Nata Driving distance approx. 355 km; driving time approx. +- 5 hours
As we head wind our way towards our final destination we leave Maun Behind and head for Nata and the Makgadikgadi Pans are a vast expanse of salt flats in northeastern Botswana, one of the largest in the world, and the remnant of an ancient super-lake. The pans offer a starkly beautiful landscape that comes alive with wildlife during the wet season, including the spectacular annual zebra and wildebeest migration
Elephant Sands Lodge Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 19 | Nata to Chobe Driving distance approx. 255 km; driving time approx. +- 3 hours
The Road North is often referred to as the ‘game drive route’, as there is always the chance of seeing wildlife of some sort along the way. North of Pandamatenga, elephants are common, and buffalo, sable and giraffe can be seen, but less regularly. Our destination is Chobe. Renowned for its vast herds of elephants, diverse wildlife, and spectacular scenery, Chobe National Park promises an unforgettable safari experience. Boasting remarkable biodiversity, it is no wonder that travellers from around the globe consider Chobe one of the finest safari destinations in Southern Africa. Whether you seek captivating game drives, intimate wildlife encounters, or tranquil boat cruises, this awe-inspiring park will exceed every expectation.
Chobe Safari Lodge Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 20 | Chobe to Victoria Falls Driving distance approx. 82 km; driving time approx. +- 1 hour
Early morning we head out on a Safari in open vehicles to Clobe returning for breakfast. After breakfast we make our way to Victoria Falls Zimbabwe. Mosi-oa-Tunya, “Thundering Smoke/Smoke that Rises”; Tonga: Shungu Namutitima, “Boiling Water”) is a waterfall on the Zambezi River, located on the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe.It is one of the world’s largest waterfalls, with a width of 1,708 m (5,604 ft).
It is here we end our remarkable journey.
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