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Transport

Air-conditioned touring vehicle, walking.

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer)/driver throughout, local guides.

Accommodation

Hotels (5 nts), guesthouse (1 nt), lodges (1 nt), participation camping (4 nts).

Meals

9 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners

Others

Your G for Good Moment: !Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre, Yzerfontein Your G for Good Moment: Penduka Village Restaurant & Shop, Windhoek Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your Discover Moment: Swakopmund. Fish River Canyon entrance. Sossusvlei Dunes and Sesriem Canyon entrance. Etosha National Park entrance with wildlife safari drives. Wine tasting in Lambert’s Bay. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Not included:

Insurance

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered. If you require travel insurance, TourRadar has partnered up with World Nomads to provide a hassle-free experience. More information can be found here ( https://www.tourradar.com/travel-insurance ).

Optional

Other activities and services not included

Flights

International flights are not included

Others

1. This is not a physically demanding journey; however, travelling can be difficult, with long drives and poor road conditions at times. Despite this, most clients feel that the diversity of the African landscape, countries, culture and wildlife are all well worth the experience. We use a comfortable and safe air-conditioned touring vehicle for the long drives. 2. It may be required to show a Yellow Fever certificate if you are traveling to South Africa from a Yellow Fever endemic country. 3. Please note that this tour combines with other G Adventures tours. As such, the staff and some travel companions on your tour may have previously been traveling together with G Adventures, prior to Day 1 of your tour. Likewise, some staff and travel companions may be continuing together on another G Adventures tour, after your trip concludes. 4. Water-wise tips when visiting Cape Town: - Bring a reusable water bottle, that you can fill with Cape Town’s tasty tap water. - Reuse your towels in the hotel, for at least two days, before getting new ones. - Keep your laundry until you have a full load to do, rather than just doing a handful of items. - Turn off the tap when brushing your teeth, or shaving. - Keep your showers to two minutes or less, and don’t use the bath. - Use hand sanitizer, instead of washing hands. 5. The use of drones in national parks in Southern Africa is prohibited. 6. ACCOMMODATION NOTE: Please be aware that properties we stay in with only two stories may not have elevators installed and climbing the stairs with your luggage will be necessary. 7. PARTICIPATIVE CAMPING An essential part of your trip is participation - from putting up your tent (while camping) or packing it away in the morning, to helping with meal preparation and cleaning up - it is all part of your adventure and when everyone puts in a little effort the trip will run smoothly. Your CEO will do all the meal planning, but we do ask the clients to help with the preparation and washing up. Team spirit is part of the fun! All camping equipment (with the exception of your sleeping bag, pillow, and towel) is supplied.Cape Town - South African Wine Tour and Tasting - Cape Town Urban Safari (1140ZAR per person) - Cape Point & Boulders Beach Tour (1650ZAR per person) - Two Oceans Aquarium (235ZAR per person) Simon’s Town - Boulders Beach Visit (190ZAR per person) Table Mountain - Table Mountain Cable Car (420ZAR per person) Lambert’s Bay - Bird Island Visit (40ZAR per person) Sossusvlei - Deadvlei Visit (180NAD per person) Swakopmund - Living Desert Tour (900NAD per person) - Sandboarding in the Namib Desert (700NAD per person) - Skeleton Coast Scenic Flight (4800NAD per person) - Swakopmund Skydiving - Swakopmund Guided Cultural Tour (750NAD per person) Etosha National Park - Etosha Open Vehicle Wildlife Safari Drive (1100NAD per person)

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Day 1 Day 1: Cape Town
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Cape Town

Arrive at any time.
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.

Included Activities:
- Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group

Optional Extras to chose from:
- South African Wine Tour and Tasting

Additional Notes: If you book any optional activities on day 1 please contact your sales agent to see if booking a pre-night is necessary to participate in the activity.
Day 2 Day 2: Cape Town/Lambert’S Bay (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Cape Town/Lambert’S Bay (1B)

Head up the Cape’s west coast, stopping at the G Adventures supported !Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre. Arrive in Lambert’s Bay and enjoy an included wine tasting. Then, opt to visit Bird Island, or stroll through this charming town.
Travelling from Cape Town, continue north towards Namaqualand, keeping an eye out for fields of Namaqualand daisies (in season August and September).

Head towards the coast again and on to Lambert’s Bay, a picturesque town on the west coast of South Africa. Enjoy an included wine tasting. Learn how to analyze your palates, listen to your taste buds, and how to pair your food with the best wine raised in the foothills of the Cederburg Mountains.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Private Vehicle: Cape Town to Lambert’s Bay 05:30 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- !Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre
- Lambert’s Bay Wine Tasting
Day 3 Day 3: Lambert’S Bay/Orange River (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Lambert’S Bay/Orange River (1B)

Continue north and cross into Namibia. Settle in by the banks of the Orange River with time to swim or just relax.
Travelling north, enjoy a full day’s travel through this dry and remote part of South Africa.

In the mid-afternoon, cross into Namibia and a more arid region and stop at scenic Orange River for the evening.

After getting settled, enjoy the late afternoon by the river bank.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Private Vehicle: Lambert’s Bay to Orange River 07:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Border Crossing (South Africa - Namibia)
Day 4 Day 4: Orange River/Fish River Canyon/Keetmanshoop (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Orange River/Fish River Canyon/Keetmanshoop (1B)

Spend the morning relaxing on the banks of the Orange River, then continue on to Fish River Canyon. Visit this breathtaking canyon, then travel north, enjoying dramatic Namibian landscapes as you head up towards Keetmanshoop. In the afternoon visit the geological formation: Giant’s Playground.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 02:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Fish River Canyon Visit
- Giant’s Playground
Day 5 Day 5: Keetmanshoop/Namib Desert (1B, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Keetmanshoop/Namib Desert (1B, 1D)

Start early with a visit to the Quiver Tree Forest, then travel north, enjoying dramatic Namibian landscapes as you head up towards Sesriem.
Arrive in the area in the late afternoon, where the towering red sand dunes of Sossusvlei form the gateway into the Namib Desert.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 06:00 - 08:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Quiver Tree Forest
Day 6 Day 6: Namib Desert (1B, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Namib Desert (1B, 1D)

Visit Sossusvlei Dunes and Sesriem Canyon, and climb the towering Dune 45. Opt to visit Deadvlei.
Enjoy a visit to Sossusvlei, a clay pan enclosed by the world’s largest sand dunes, up to 300m (984 ft) high. Here, use some free time to enjoy the sand dunes on your own. Visit the Sesriem Canyon, a small canyon typical of the area.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner

Included Activities:
- Sossusvlei Dunes Visit
- Sesriem Canyon Visit
Day 7 Day 7: Namib Desert/Swakopmund (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Namib Desert/Swakopmund (1B)

Enjoy the views of the Namib desert before arriving in the historical town of Swakopmund.
Get a real feel for the Namib Desert as we spend hours crossing this empty region.

En route to the Namibian coast, take a coffee break in Solitaire, a mystical village consisting of a filling station, general dealer/coffee shop, and small mechanical workshop. Before arriving to Swakopmund, drive through Walvis Bay, the only town on the Namibian coastline that boasts a deep-sea harbor.

Spend two nights in the area exploring this historical town or trying some of the numerous activities available, such as sandboarding or a skydiving.

Swakopmund has bizarre lunar landscapes, unforgettable sunsets, and prehistoric Welwitchia plants.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Private Vehicle: Namib Desert to Swakopmund 04:30 Hr(s)
Day 8 Day 8: Swakopmund (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Swakopmund (1B)

Spend a day exploring all the area has to offer. Optional activities include sandboarding, skydiving, and a scenic flight.
You can pre-book your sky dive on the checkout page, or through your Global Connection Officer or travel agent.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Optional Extras to chose from:
- Swakopmund Skydiving
Day 9 Day 9: Swakopmund/Etosha National Park (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Swakopmund/Etosha National Park (1B)

Enter Etosha National Park and enjoy an afternoon wildlife safari drive in our touring vehicle. Opt to explore more on an open safari vehicle drive.
Begin moving east into the interior of Namibia. On this route, pass through a lunar landscape and see the imposing Spitzkoppe, also known as the “Matterhorn” of Namibia, in the distance.

Visit Etosha National Park on a wildlife safari drive in our touring vehicle. Keep an eye out for lions, giraffes, elephants, rhinos, and antelopes.

After sunset, some animals may head to the watering holes near the campground.

Opt to head out for more wildlife safari drives in an open safari vehicle to make the most of your time here.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Private Vehicle: Swakopmund to Etosha National Park 07:30 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Etosha National Park Wildlife Safari Drive
Day 10 Day 10: Etosha National Park
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Etosha National Park

Enjoy another wildlife safari drive in our touring vehicle and keep your eyes peeled for the vast array of incredible animals.

Included Activities:
- Etosha National Park Wildlife Safari Drive
Day 11 Day 11: Etosha National Park/Windhoek (1L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Etosha National Park/Windhoek (1L)

Arrive in Windhoek and visit the G Adventures supported Penduka Village Restaurant & Shop for an included lunch, then spend the rest of the afternoon exploring the German-influenced capital city.
Leave Etosha National Park and head south through the Namibian countryside to Windhoek.

Meals Included:
- Lunch

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 05:00 - 06:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Penduka Village Restaurant & Shop

Additional Notes: Accommodation here is a hotel with en suite bathrooms. The hotel offers air conditioning, a swimming pool, internet access, and a restaurant.
Day 12 Day 12: Windhoek (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Windhoek (1B)

Depart at any time.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

12 days tour

Cape And Namibia Adventure

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Itinerary of your trip Cape And Namibia Adventure

Day 1: Cape Town

Day 2: Cape Town/Lambert’S Bay (1B)

Day 3: Lambert’S Bay/Orange River (1B)

Day 4: Orange River/Fish River Canyon/Keetmanshoop (1B)

Day 5: Keetmanshoop/Namib Desert (1B, 1D)

Day 6: Namib Desert (1B, 1D)

Day 7: Namib Desert/Swakopmund (1B)

Day 8: Swakopmund (1B)

Day 9: Swakopmund/Etosha National Park (1B)

Day 10: Etosha National Park

Day 11: Etosha National Park/Windhoek (1L)

Day 12: Windhoek (1B)

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