24 Day Cape Town To Victoria Falls & Johannesburg Tour (Inclusive) (Camping)

Days 1 – 2: Cape Town, South Africa

Today we gather at 13h00 at the AHA’s Harbour Bridge Hotel located at the Cape Town Harbour Waterfront before we set off on an exploration of this colourful city. We have a day and a half here, so our time will be spent participating in activities such as trekking up the iconic Table Mountain, visiting Cape Point, the V&A Waterfront, Hout Bay, and other various attractions. Our exact itinerary will be weather-dependent. We stay at a lovely lodge situated on the beachfront for both nights. Lunches and dinner will be at your own expense.

Meals: Breakfast x2
Accommodation: AHA’s Harbour Bridge Hotel or similar
Included Highlights: Cape Point National Park, Cape of Good Hope, Table Mountain Hike
Distance: Day 1 (+/- 20 km); Day 2 (+/- 200 km)

Day 3: Cape Town – Springbok, South Africa

Departing from the ‘Mother City’ and following a visit to Bloubergstrand for one final view of the majestic Table Mountain from across the bay, we journey northward through the ‘Swartland’ and along the West Coast making our way into Namaqualand. In the beginning of Spring, this normally desolate area comes to life with the blossoming of countless desert-adapted flower species.

Enjoy the contrast of scenery on our journey today. From vast open spaces to dramatic rock formations in the Cederberg. Our journey is long to our accommodation in Springbok.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Springbok Inn Hotel or similar
Distance: +/- 570 km

Days 4: Springbok – Orange River, Namibia

We make our way across the border and into Namibia today, then journey a brief distance to our base camp situated on the Orange Riverbank from where we start our canoe expedition. After our gear has been packed into our two-man canoes, we head off into the wild. The Orange River forms an incredible sight – a green ribbon snaking its way through the desert and enormous mountains of the Richtersveld National Park. We spend one evening camping beneath the skies, and then make our way back to base camp to spend the following night in comfort.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Felix Unite Camp or similar
Included Highlights: Orange River Canoe Experience
Distance: +/- 247 km

Day 5: Orange River – Fish River Canyon, Namibia

We make our way directly to the magnificent Fish River Canyon, the second biggest of its kind in the world. Following a visit to the numerous viewpoints and exploring the rim of the Canyon, we carry on into the true Namib, enjoying a picnic lunch along the way. In the late afternoon we will set up our camp in the desert.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Hobas Camp or similar
Included Highlights: Fish River Canyon
Distance: +/- 570 km

Day 6 – 7: Fish River Canyon – Namib Desert, Namibia

Our journey today takes us along a beautiful scenic road into the true Namib, to the Greenfire Desert Camp, our destination for the next two nights. Our camp is located on our private Nature Reserve situated within the Namibrand Nature Reserve and is home to a variety of desert-adapted animals and plant life. The camp is incredibly constructed against a rock outcrop between the giant mountains and red dune-fields

The following morning our guide leads us on a walk to gain an understanding of the desert’s unique geology and ecology. It is important to relax at the camp during the day, to enjoy the plunge pool and a cold drink, but those who are energetic can explore the surrounding rock formations, watch birds, or sit on a rock alone, enraptured by the changing colors of the vast landscape as they watch the sun rise and set. Our afternoon exploration takes us on an open vehicle desert drive to search for gemsbok and bat-eared foxes, followed by a traditional sundowner drink. As the sun sets, we slowly drive back to the camp, hoping to see some of the nocturnal animals that are commonly found in the area, such as porcupines, aardvarks, and brown hyenas.

Meals: Breakfast x2, Lunch x2, Dinner x2
Accommodation: Greenfire Desert Lodge or similar
Included Highlights: Morning Desert Walk, Afternoon Desert Drive / Night Drive
Distance: Day 6 (+/- 410 km); Day 7 (+/- 20 km Desert Drive)

Day 8: Namib Desert – Sossusvlei – Solitaire, Namibia

We have an early start today, journeying straight to the Sossusvlei dune-fields where we will climb the high dunes. The final part of our travels today will take us to the heart of Sossusvlei and Deadvlei where we will use a 4×4 vehicle on this sandy terrain and enjoy magnificent views. Our camp will be in the desert for the night.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Sossus on Foot Bushman’s Camp or similar
Included Highlights: Dune Climbing, Sossusvlei, Deadvlei, 4×4 transfer into Sossusvlei
Distance: +/- 180 km

Day 9: Solitaire – Swakopmund, Namibia

We have a brief distance to travel, crossing the Kuiseb Canyon and the Naukluft Park toward the seaside town of Swakopmund where we spend two evenings at the Amanpuri Lodge. You have a full day to explore this historical town that was built in 1892 so there is plenty of rich culture and interesting anecdotes.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Amanpuri Lodge or similar
Distance: +/- 300 km

Day 10: Swakopmund, Namibia

Our lodging provides the perfect location for some exploration of Swakopmund. Here you will come across many beaches, markets, curio stores and a massive range of optional adventure activities, including quad biking, skydiving, horse riding, dune boarding and many more! Make an effort to try out the nightlife in Swakopmund, as well as a delicious dinner out at one of the local restaurants (own expense).

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Amanpuri Lodge or similar
Optional Activities: Sky Diving, Quad Biking, Desert Tours, Dune Boarding

Day 11: Swakopmund – Spitzkoppe, Namibia

We travel north up the Skeleton Coast today, a barren stretch of coast except for the skeletons of shipwrecks. We visit the seal colony of Cape Cross before making our way back inland. We journey through the desert to see the large granite peaks at Spitzkoppe, after which we set up camp and spend the evening at the base of the mountain.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Spitzkoppe Bush Camp (2-person dome tents)
Included Highlights: Cape Cross Seal Colony, Spitzkoppe
Distance: +/- 325 km

Days 12 – 13: Spitzkoppe – Etosha National Park, Namibia

Today we make our way into the beautiful Etosha National Park for a magnificent wildlife game-viewing experience. We set up camp and then embark on a thrilling midday game drive. We head back to camp to spend the night observing game at the floodlit waterhole. We then continue through the park, game driving to the other side of the park to camp for the evening.

Meals: Breakfast x2, Lunch x2, Dinner x2
Accommodation: Etosha (Okaukuejo and Namutoni)
Included Highlights: Full day game drive
Optional Activities: Night game drive
Distance: Day 12 (+/- 335 km); Day 13 (+/- 130 km)

Day 14: Etosha National Park – Caprivi, Namibia

Departing from the severe desert environment, we make our way north to the lush region of Caprivi. This evening will be spent camping on the magnificent Okavango riverbanks.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Ngepi Camp or similar
Included Highlights: Short morning game drive while we exit the park
Distance: +/- 640 km

Days 15 – 16: Caprivi – Okavango Delta, Botswana

Today we cross the border into Botswana to make our way to the Okavango Delta. The Delta is created as water from the highlands of Angola that gush out over the flat Kalahari Desert sands, forming a lush green paradise for bird and wildlife.

We enjoy our time here exploring the area where local guides educate us about the animals and plants that call the Delta home. We will also have time to learn about the local’s way of life in this wilderness.

Meals: Breakfast x2, Lunch x2, Dinner x2
Accommodation: Twin-bedded tented units (Occasionally tours might camp wild in dome tents on islands in the delta)
Included Highlights: Guided Game Walks, Mokoro Trip, Sunset Boat Trip
Optional Activities: Scenic Helicopter Flight over Delta
Distance: +/- 100 km
Please Note: You will be returning back into Botswana at a later stage, so it is advisable to get a double entry visa today.

Day 17: Okavango Delta – Maun, Botswana

Today we embark on a mokoro and boat transfer across the Panhandle that returns us to our vehicle. We then journey through the Kalahari to our lodge in Maun, where we unwind for the afternoon near the swimming pool.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Drifters Maun Camp (2-person dome tents)
Distance: +/- 354 km

Day 18: Maun – Makgadikgadi Pans, Botswana

This morning, we enjoy lazing by the swimming pool and enjoying a midday brunch. We suggest joining the local village walk where you learn more about the daily life of the locals. Afterward, we set off east to the enormous Makgadikgadi Salt Pans. The area may look stark, but there is plenty of birdlife and other animals that have made the desert their home. Without leaving a trace we travel to a remote area and enjoy the serenity of the area. We make our way to our accommodation for the evening after exploring this magnificent area.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Elephant Sands lodge or similar (2-person dome tents)
Included Highlights: Village Walk, Makgadikgadi Salt Pans
Distance: +/- 320 km

Day 19: Makgadikgadi Pans – Chobe – Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Travelling north we head to the world-famous Chobe National Park, home to large amounts of elephants that gather at the Chobe riverbanks. An exciting game viewing boat cruise is organized for you within the park. We then cross the border for the highlight of the trip – Victoria Falls.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Shearwater Explorers Village or similar
Included Highlights: Chobe Boat Cruise
Distance: +/- 320 km

Day 20: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

We are awoken in the early morning to explore Victoria Falls, the ‘Adventure Capital of Africa’. We spend an entire day here, providing us with plenty of time to view the Falls themselves and to partake in the variety of activities available here, including white water rafting, bungee jumping from an astounding height of 111 metres, aircraft flips and more. The evening meal and lunch will be at your own expense.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Shearwater Explorers Village or similar
Included Highlights: Victoria Falls Entry Fee
Optional Activities: Scenic Helicopter Flight over the falls, White water rafting, Bungee jumping and more

Day 21: Victoria Falls – Greater Hwange, Zimbabwe

Following some time spent at your leisure in town, we head back into the wild. We journey the brief distance to Hwange, famous as one of the finest conservation regions in Africa. Once we’ve completed a lengthy open vehicle drive, we spend our evening camping at an isolated campsite that overlooks a waterhole usually well-frequented by lots of game.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Camp Silwane or similar (2-person dome tents)
Distance: +/- 185 km
Included Highlights: Hwange game drive within the park

Day 22: Greater Hwange – Matobo National Park, Zimbabwe

Today we journey southward to the broad roads of Zimbabwe’s second biggest city, Bulawayo. We carry on through the Matopos region where, at midday, we embark on a trip into the National Park to observe animals and track rhino through the thickets on foot. This evening, we sleep in a camp renowned for its cautiously balanced boulders.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Big Cave Campsite (2-person dome tents)
Distance: +/- 320 km
Included Highlights: Matopo National Park, Rhino Tracking on Foot

Day 23: Matobo National Park – Limpopo Valley, Botswana

Continuing south today, we cross the border back into Botswana and to our accommodation situated on a private game reserve within the Limpopo valley. On arrival in the afternoon there will be time for a short walk in the surrounding bush.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Game Reserve or similar (2-person dome tents)
Included Highlights: Scenic Drive, Short Walk
Distance: +/- 450 km

Day 24: Limpopo Valley – Johannesburg, South Africa

For our final day we embark on a brief trek to see the incredible bushman paintings surrounding our campsite before heading toward Johannesburg. Our trip winds to an end in the early evening.

Meals Included: Breakfast
Distance: +/- 480 km

Onward Travel Plans

Due to circumstances beyond our control while on tour (such as border crossings, traffic, breakdowns and delays, etc), the end time on the last day cannot be guaranteed. Therefore we strongly recommend you stay the night and fly out the next day. Please consult with your booking consultant.