Itinerary
- Day 1
Cape Town
You'll arrive in Cape Town whenever works for your flight. Your CEO and group will meet you for a welcome briefing to kick things off. Dinner with the group is on the table if you're interested, though it's completely optional.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (CURIOCITY Green Point Cape Town - Dorm room), Hotel (Hotel Sky Cape Town - Dorm Room)
Included Activities
- Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Optional Activities
- South African Wine Tour and Tasting
- Optional group dinner
Landmarks Cape Town 
- Day 2
Cape Town to !Khwa ttu
Head north in the Lando through Western Cape scenery toward the !Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre. You'll learn about the history and culture of the ancient San people through their perspective. By afternoon you'll reach the campsite with time to wander around and get a feel for the area.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Camping (Highlanders Campsite), Camping (Highlanders Campsite and Lodge)
Included Activities
- !Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre
Landmarks !Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre - Day 3
!Khwa ttu to Orange River
Travel north through large plantations of rooibos tea toward the Orange River. The campsite is in a scenic spot, and you'll have enough daylight left for a late afternoon swim in the river to cool off after the drive.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Camping (Fiddlers Creek Camping), Camping (Bushwhacked - Fiddlers Creek Camping)
Landmarks Orange River - Day 4
Orange River to Fish River Canyon
Head to Fish River Canyon, Africa's largest canyon. Stop along the rim to watch the sunset from the Lando, then set up camp nearby. After that, you'll have time to relax around the campfire as the night settles in.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Camping (Hobas Lodge Campsite)
Included Activities
- Border Crossing (South Africa - Namibia)
- Fish River Canyon Visit at Sunset
Landmarks Fish River Canyon - Day 5
Fish River Canyon to Sossusvlei
Travel north on long, bumpy roads through the heart of the Namib Desert. You'll arrive late afternoon with the towering red sand dunes of Sossusvlei rising up in front of you. Set up camp and take in the views.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Camping (Sossus Oasis Camp Site)
Landmarks Sossusvlei 
- Day 6
Sossusvlei
Start before dawn to catch sunrise from the top of Dune 45. Later on, check out the surreal Deadvlei and walk through Sesriem Canyon to learn how it formed and what wildlife lives there. You'll drive through Solitaire before heading back to camp. An optional desert walk is available in the evening if you're up for it.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Camping (Sossus On Foot Bushman's Desert Camp), Camping (Bushman's Desert Camp Sossus on foot Desert Walk)
Included Activities
- Dune 45 Visit
- Sesriem Canyon Visit
Optional Activities
- Deadvlei Visit (shuttle service available for additional cost)
- Namib Desert Walk
Landmarks Dune 45 Deadvlei Sesriem Canyon Solitaire - Day 7
Sossusvlei to Swakopmund
Cross over dry mountain passes and empty regions of the Namib Desert on your way to Swakopmund, known as the adrenaline capital. You're staying two nights here with plenty of opportunities for optional activities.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Amanpuri Backpackers)
Landmarks Swakopmund - Day 8
Swakopmund
The day is yours to do what you want. If you're into high energy activities, try skydiving or sandboarding. Alternatively, book a scenic flight over the Skeleton Coast for a different kind of adventure.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Amanpuri Backpackers)
Optional Activities
- Swakopmund Skydiving
- Sandboarding in the Namib Desert (700NAD per person)
- Skeleton Coast Scenic Flight (4800NAD per person)
Landmarks Skeleton Coast - Day 9
Swakopmund to Spitzkoppe
Travel toward Spitzkoppe, called the Matterhorn of Namibia for its granite peaks. You'll arrive with free time to explore the landscape on foot and spend the evening stargazing in the night sky.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Camping (Spitzkoppe Rest Camp), Hotel (Spitzkoppe Community Restcamp)
Landmarks Spitzkoppe - Day 10
Spitzkoppe to Etosha National Park
Head toward Etosha National Park for wildlife viewing. You'll take a safari drive in the Lando on the way to camp. After sunset, watch animals gathering at the well-lit watering holes near the campsite. A night safari is available if you want to keep going.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (NWR Etosha NP Okaukeujo Restcamp)
Included Activities
- Etosha National Park Wildlife Safari Drive (Lando)
Optional Activities
- Etosha Open Vehicle Wildlife Safari Night Drive (750NAD per person)
Landmarks Etosha National Park 
- Day 11
Etosha National Park
You'll head out on a wildlife safari drive through Etosha National Park where over 100 different mammal species roam the landscape. Since you're visiting during the dry season (May to October), animals congregate around waterholes, which creates exceptional viewing opportunities. This is when the park really delivers for spotting wildlife without too much difficulty.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (NWR Etosha NP Okaukeujo Restcamp)
Included Activities
- Etosha National Park Wildlife Safari Drive
Optional Activities
- Etosha Open Vehicle Wildlife Safari Night Drive (750NAD per person)
Landmarks Etosha National Park - Day 12
Etosha to Waterberg Plateau
Travel south from Etosha to the Waterberg Plateau. Spend your free time exploring the trails through this national park looking for wildlife, or if you prefer, just relax at camp.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Camping (Waterberg Campsite)
Landmarks Waterberg Plateau - Day 13
Waterberg Plateau to Windhoek
Travel south through the Namibian countryside toward Windhoek. You'll stop for lunch at Penduka Village Restaurant & Shop, which is supported by G Adventures. Arrive in Windhoek with the rest of your day open to explore the city.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional lunch at G Adventures-supported Penduka Village Restaurant & Shop)
- Accommodation
- Camping (Urban Camp)
Included Activities
- Penduka Village Restaurant & Shop
Optional Activities
- Optional group dinner with old and new travellers
Landmarks Windhoek - Day 14
Windhoek to D'kar
Cross the border from Namibia into Botswana and head east into the Kalahari toward D'kar. You'll learn how the local San Bushmen adapted to this challenging landscape. Stay at Dqae Qare San Lodge & Camp, which is a G Adventures-supported property.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Border Crossing (Namibia - Botswana)
- Dqae Qare San Lodge & Camp
Optional Activities
- Bushman Walk
Landmarks Kalahari - Day 15
D'kar to Maun
Travel toward Maun in the Lando and arrive in the afternoon. You'll have free time to unwind before setting up camp with the group. If you're interested, pre-book a scenic helicopter ride over the Delta.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Lodge (Sedia Riverside Lodge), Hotel (Sedia Hotel Campsite)
Optional Activities
- Delta Doors-off Scenic Helicopter Flight
Landmarks Maun 
- Day 16
Maun - Okavango Delta
Your adventure starts with a 4x4 drive into the Okavango Delta, heading toward a basic bush camp where you'll be staying overnight. Once you arrive and get settled, you'll head out on the water in a traditional mokoro canoe, paddling through the channels and keeping an eye out for wildlife and birds. After that, there's time for a walk on foot to explore more of the area. As the sun starts to set, you'll gather around the campfire for drinks and stories before turning in for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Sundowner at campfire)
- Accommodation
- Camping (Okavango Delta Camping), Camping (Tamog Tours & Safaris Okavango Delta Camping)
Included Activities
- Okavango Delta Excursion
- Birdwatching in traditional mokoro
- Wildlife walk
Landmarks Okavango Delta - Day 17
Okavango Delta - Gweta
This morning begins with a safari walk right there in the delta, spotting whatever wildlife is around. You'll head back to Maun afterward and then board an overland vehicle for the drive to Gweta. Once you arrive, you have free time to check out the area and explore the ancient baobab trees that the region is known for. It's a relaxed pace after the activity of the previous day.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Camping (Elephant Sands Camp), Camping (Elephant Sands Lodge Campsite)
Included Activities
- Morning safari walk
Landmarks Okavango Delta Gweta - Day 18
Gweta to Kasane
Travel north from Gweta to Kasane. If you want, take an optional river cruise through Chobe National Park. Later, set up camp under a sky full of stars.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Camping (Thebe River Safari Lodge Campsite)
Optional Activities
- Chobe River Sunset Cruise (580BWP per person)
Landmarks Chobe National Park - Day 19
Kasane to Victoria Falls
Go on an early safari drive in Chobe National Park if you're interested. After that, the group travels from Botswana across the border into Zimbabwe. You'll have a traditional lunch at Lusumpuko Women's Club, a G Adventures-supported spot. Continue on to Victoria Falls with free time to explore.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional lunch at G Adventures-supported Lusumpuko Women's Club)
- Accommodation
- Camping (Explorers Village Camping)
Included Activities
- Lusumpuko Women's Club Lunch
- Border Crossing (Botswana to Zimbabwe)
Optional Activities
- Chobe National Park Safari Drive
- Victoria Falls Helicopter Ride - 15 Mins
Landmarks Victoria Falls - Day 20
Victoria Falls
The day is yours to do as much or as little as you want in Victoria Falls. If you're up for some adventure, you can arrange whitewater rafting, take a scenic helicopter flight, or try other optional activities. Some people like to book these before the trip, while others prefer to see what appeals to them once they're there and arrange things on arrival. Either way works fine.
- Accommodation
- Camping (Explorers Village Camping)
Optional Activities
- Victoria Falls Whitewater Rafting (120USD per person)
- Victoria Falls Helicopter Ride - 15 Mins
- Zambezi River Sunset Cruise
Landmarks Victoria Falls - Day 21
Victoria Falls
You have a full free day to explore Victoria Falls however you'd like. There are several optional activities available if you want to get active, including whitewater rafting down the Zambezi, scenic helicopter flights ranging from short to longer tours, or bungee jumping off the bridge with the falls as your backdrop. You can set these up before you leave home or handle it when you get there, depending on what works better for you.
- Accommodation
- Camping (Explorers Village Camping)
Optional Activities
- Victoria Falls Helicopter Ride - 15 Mins
- Victoria Falls Helicopter Ride - 25 Mins (284USD per person)
- Victoria Falls Whitewater Rafting (120USD per person)
- Zambezi Bungee Jump (168USD per person)
- Zambezi River Sunset Cruise
Landmarks Victoria Falls - Day 22
Victoria Falls to Matobo National Park
Start early in the morning with Victoria Falls in the distance. Travel in the Lando through scenic countryside to Matobo National Park. It's a full travel day, so plan accordingly.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Camping (African Wanderer Campsite)
Landmarks Matobo National Park - Day 23
Matobo National Park
Head out in an open vehicle for a wildlife safari through Matobo National Park. You'll visit a Khoisan cave with historic paintings, learn about edible plants, and find out about wildlife conservation efforts.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Camping (African Wanderer Campsite)
Included Activities
- Guided Rhino Walk
- Open Vehicle Wildlife Safari Drive
Landmarks Matobo National Park - Day 24
Matobo National Park to South Africa
Spend most of the day traveling in the Lando before crossing the border into South Africa. In the evening, relax at the campsite with the option to use the nearby mineral pool.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Resort (Tshipise Forever Resort), Camping (Tshipise a Forever Resort Campsite)
Included Activities
- Border Crossing (Zimbabwe - South Africa)
Optional Activities
- Mineral pool soak
- Day 25
Kruger National Park
Spend the full day on a wildlife safari drive through Kruger National Park's 5 million acres. Search for the 'big five' and travel through the savannah with stops at prime viewing areas including Hippo Pool, the Kruger Tablets, and the Red Rocks.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Camping (Satara Rest Camp), Camping (Satara Rest Campsite)
Included Activities
- Kruger Wildlife Safari Drive
Landmarks Kruger National Park 
- Day 26
Kruger National Park
Another day on safari through Kruger National Park. You can choose to take this safari in a 4x4 vehicle instead if you prefer. Later, sit down for a traditional dinner with the group and take part in some local dancing.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Traditional dinner with local dancing)
- Accommodation
- Resort (Aan De Vliet Holiday Resort)
Included Activities
- Kruger Wildlife Safari Drive
- Traditional Dinner and Local Dancing
Optional Activities
- Kruger National Park Full Day Wildlife Safari Drive (4x4 vehicle alternative) (860ZAR per person)
Landmarks Kruger National Park - Day 27
Kruger National Park to Johannesburg
Travel in the Lando while enjoying the scenery on your way to Johannesburg, South Africa's largest city. You'll have free time in the evening to find a place for dinner on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Sky Sandton)
Landmarks Johannesburg - Day 28
Johannesburg
You can leave at any time. If you're not ready to head home, talk with your CEO about extending your trip to explore more of South Africa or other destinations nearby.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Johannesburg
