Cape Town to Windhoek Tours
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10 best Cape Town to Windhoek tour packages
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- Namibia Discovery (10 destinations)
- Cape and Namibia Adventure
- Cape & Dunes Northbound: Wildlife & Starry Night Skies
- 11-day Cape Town to Namibia (Camping)
- 11-day Cape Town to Namibia (Accommodated)
- Cape & Namibia Discovery - 11 days
- Cape & Namibia Discovery (Accommodated) - 11 days
- Journeys: Cape Town, Kruger & Namibia National Geographic Journeys
- South Africa & Namibia: Road Trip Adventure (6 destinations)
- South Africa & Namibia: Desert Road Trip to the Big Five (14 destinations)
Table Mountain serves as the gateway to this route through Fish River Canyon and Sossusvlei's dunes to Windhoek's Germanic architecture. The 14-day adventure includes 12 distinct destinations including Swakopmund's coastal charm and Etosha's wildlife-rich plains.
Duration 14 days Destinations Cape Town, Lamberts Bay, Orange River, Fish River Canyon National Park, Sesriem, Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, Damaraland, Etosha National Park, Windhoek Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From $8,425
10% Off- NZ$7,583You save $842
Cape and Namibia Adventure
40 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Namibia is vast and spectacular. We jelled as a group and had great fun.”
Amanda, traveled in September
The route stretches from Cape Town through Lambert's Bay's wine country to Namibia's Orange River crossing. This 12-day adventure winds through Fish River Canyon and Sossusvlei before reaching Windhoek, covering 3,000km of diverse landscapes.
Duration 12 days Destinations Cape Town, Lamberts Bay, Fish River Canyon National Park, Namib-Naukluft Park, Swakopmund, Etosha National Park, Windhoek Age Range up to 90 year olds Operator G Adventures From $4,219
25% Off- NZ$3,164You save $1,055
Cape & Dunes Northbound: Wildlife & Starry Night Skies
17 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It was a great experience to travel around namibia. I would do this trip again!”
Julia, traveled in December
The path leads from Cape Town's vibrant streets through Cederberg's vineyards and Orange River to Windhoek. Travelers stop at !Khwa ttu San Centre, Fish River Canyon, and end at Penduka Village Restaurant. The 1,200km route spans 13 days in a specialized Lando vehicle.
Duration 13 days Destinations Cape Town, Cederberg Wildnerness Area, Vioolsdrif, Fish River Canyon National Park, Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, Spitzkoppe, Etosha National Park, Waterberg Plateau Park, Windhoek Age Range 18 to 39 year olds Operator G Adventures From
25% Off- NZ$3,319
11-day Cape Town to Namibia (Camping)
9 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Knowledgeable, fun and friendly, he is a pleasure to travel with.”
DavidHillier, traveled in December
Table Mountain launches this route through Western Cape's vineyards to Namibian highlights including Fish River Canyon, Sossusvlei's dunes, and Etosha National Park, before concluding in Windhoek's Germanic capital.
Duration 11 days Destinations Cape Town, Cederberg Wildnerness Area, Vioolsdrif, Noordoewer, Fish River Canyon National Park, Namib-Naukluft Park, Sesriem, Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, SpitzkoppeSee all destinations Age Range 18 to 75 year olds Operator Acacia Adventure Holidays From $3,265
20% Off- NZ$2,612You save $653
11-day Cape Town to Namibia (Accommodated)
9 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The trip was great.”
Jesse, traveled in November
Cape Flats township tour kicks off this route through Cederberg Mountains and into Namibia at Orange River. The itinerary includes Fish River Canyon, Namib Desert, coastal Swakopmund, and Etosha National Park before concluding in Windhoek's mountain-ringed capital.
Duration 11 days Destinations Cape Town, Cederberg Wildnerness Area, Vioolsdrif, Fish River Canyon National Park, Sesriem, Namib-Naukluft Park, Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, Spitzkoppe, Etosha National ParkSee all destinations Age Range 18 to 75 year olds Operator Acacia Adventure Holidays From $5,145
15% Off- NZ$4,373You save $772
Township tours launch this adventure north through Cederberg's wine region. The route crosses into Namibia at Vioolsdrift, taking in Fish River Canyon, Namib Desert, and Etosha National Park before reaching Windhoek.
Duration 11 days Destinations Cape Town, Cederberg Wildnerness Area, Fish River Canyon National Park, Namib-Naukluft Park, Solitaire, Swakopmund, Spitzkoppe, Etosha National Park, Windhoek Age Range 18 to 75 year olds Operator On The Go Tours From $3,255
20% Off- NZ$2,604You save $651
Township tours mark the start before heading north through Cederberg and crossing into Namibia. The route passes through Fish River Canyon, Namib Desert, and Swakopmund's German architecture, concluding in Windhoek after Etosha safaris. This adventure spans 1,200km across 10 distinct locations.
Duration 11 days Destinations Cape Town, Cederberg Wildnerness Area, Fish River Canyon National Park, Namib-Naukluft Park, Sesriem, Solitaire, Swakopmund, Spitzkoppe, Etosha National Park, Windhoek Age Range 18 to 75 year olds Operator On The Go Tours From $5,395
15% Off- NZ$4,586You save $809
Table Mountain and Cape Point launch this 19-day expedition through Kruger National Park and Namibia's desert landscapes to Windhoek. The route encompasses 10 distinct destinations including Soweto township, Karongwe Private Reserve, and the ancient Namib Desert.
Duration 19 days Destinations Cape Town, Johannesburg, Kruger National Park, Karongwe, Windhoek, Sesriem, Swakopmund, Twyfelfontein, Palmwag Nature Reserve, Etosha National Park Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator National Geographic Journeys with G Adventures From $14,579
20% Off- NZ$11,663You save $2,916
Duration 19 days Destinations Cape Town, Fish River Canyon National Park, Swakopmund, Damaraland, Etosha National Park, Windhoek Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator journaway From $3,337
31% Off- NZ$2,301You save $1,036
Duration 19 days Destinations Cape Town, Paternoster, Fish River Canyon National Park, Swakopmund, Palmwag Nature Reserve, Etosha National Park, Windhoek Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator journaway From $5,564
33% Off- NZ$3,740You save $1,823
What people love about Cape Town to Windhoek Tours
- Cape and Namibia Adventure
Fantastic scenery, great tour leader and nice mix of travellers from around the world. The negatives for me were early morning starts and camping in the heat.
- Cape & Dunes Northbound: Wildlife & Starry Night Skies
I had a fantastic time on my tour. Prince and Wellington were brilliant CEO's ensuring we all had a great time. The food was brilliant and Prince always ensured I had gluten free meals and another girl always had a veggie option. Wellington was a brilliant driver and always ensuring the Lando was taken care of and stayed calm when there were any technical issues. Both CEO's were full of useful information, Welly knew lots about animals which was great in Etosha. There was a lot of driving but the CEO's ensured we had regular comfort and photo breaks. At times there was no water at the camp sites but the CEO's tried to get this sorted for us. I really like the Lando and am glad we had this vehicle and not one like other tours such as Intripid. I ended the tour in Windhoek, it may have been useful to have a full day in Windhoek to allow for sightseeing and to give the CEO's time to prepare for the next leg of the trip and sort out any issues - for example Lando problems. I will definatly look to travel with G adventures in Africa again and would be more then happy to have Prince and Welly as my CEO's. I would recommend the tour to people.
- 11-day Cape Town to Namibia (Camping)
This tour was amazing from start to finish. Elton and Davies were excellent guides and always had smiles on their faces. I'd definitely recommend Acacia, and Elton and Davies to others!
What our customers ask about Cape Town to Windhoek Tours
What would be a typical day-by-day itinerary between Cape Town and Windhoek?
The journey begins in Cape Town with a local township tour followed by travel to the Cederberg Mountains for Days 1-2. Travelers cross into Namibia at Orange River on Day 3 then explore Fish River Canyon on Day 4. Days 5-6 are spent in the Namib Desert and Sossusvlei region. The coastal town of Swakopmund offers adventure activities on Days 7-8. Day 9 features the distinctive Spitzkoppe rock formations while Days 10-11 focus on wildlife viewing in Etosha National Park before concluding in Windhoek. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The tour was excellent. Our guide was fantastic - extremely friendly fun and an excellent cook. We had a great group of people."
What are the most common destinations visited between Cape Town and Windhoek?
The route features essential stops at Orange River where travelers can kayak or canoe Africa's largest canyon at Fish River Canyon the towering dunes of Sossusvlei in the Namib Desert and the German-influenced coastal town of Swakopmund. Wildlife viewing happens at Etosha National Park while unique geological formations await at Spitzkoppe and Brandberg Mountains. Accommodation ranges from Never@home hostel in Cape Town to Oasis Camp near Sossusvlei. A TourRadar traveler mentioned: "The Namib Desert and Etosha National Park were definite highlights - the contrast between desert landscapes and abundant wildlife was breathtaking."
What is the average distance covered for a tour from Cape Town to Windhoek?
The route covers roughly 2000 kilometers (1242 miles) with significant segments between stops. The longest stretches include Fish River Canyon to Sossusvlei at 550 km and Swakopmund to Etosha National Park at 400 km. Daily drives average 5-7 hours with regular breaks for sightseeing and activities. A TourRadar traveler commented: "Despite some long travel days the incredible scenery made the journey enjoyable and our guide kept us entertained with information about the areas we passed through."
What is the average price I can expect to pay for a Cape Town to Windhoek tour?
Tours cost between 1800 USD and 5900 USD with most falling around 2500 USD per person. Budget-conscious travelers can choose camping tours like Africa Travel Co's 15-day overland adventure at 1800 USD. Those seeking more comfort might prefer lodge-based options such as Intrepid's Namibia Discovery at 5480 USD. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The camping tour offered great value - we got to experience all the highlights while keeping costs reasonable and enjoyed an authentic outdoor African experience."
What are the average tour lengths for tours from Cape Town to Windhoek?
Most trips run between 11 and 21 days with standard itineraries lasting 13-15 days. These journeys include key destinations like Fish River Canyon Sossusvlei's dunes the historic town of Swakopmund and wildlife encounters at Etosha National Park. The SAFSKL21 offers an extended 21-day experience while the Cape & Dunes Northbound completes the route in 13 days. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The 13-day journey was perfect - enough time to see everything without feeling rushed. The landscapes and wildlife viewing opportunities were incredible."