Cape & Dunes Overland (südwärts)

1. Tag: Windhoek

Arrive at any time. Please make sure you have all of the necessary visas for this tour by the time of the welcome meeting. It is very important to read the visa section in our trip details to make sure you know which visas you will need, if any. Please note that not all nationalities are able to obtain a visa on arrival at the border.

2. Tag: Windhoek - Waterberg Plateau

Visit the supported Penduka Village Restaurant & Shop, just outside of Windhoek, to pick up a tasty packed lunch, then continue up to Waterberg Plateau. Spend the afternoon hiking the trails of the national park, or relaxing by the pool.

3. Tag: Waterberg Plateau - Etosha Nationalpark

Enter Etosha National Park and enjoy a short safari drive in the Lando as you drive towards our camp. Set off into the wilds of Etosha National Park in search of a wide variety of wildlife. More than 100 species of mammals call Etosha home, including lions, rhinos, elephants, giraffes, blue wildebeest, springbok, zebra, and hyenas. As for birds, the salt pan attracts pelicans, flamingos, and many other winged wonders. Bring your camera and go wild!

Optional Activities:
Etosha Open Vehicle Wildlife Safari Night Drive
750NAD per person. Set off in an open 4x4 safari vehicle with a naturalist guide in search of the stunning wildlife in the park at. Wildlife often come to the many watering holes to drink, so keep your eyes peeled for many animals on the move.

Enthaltene Aktivitäten:
Etosha National Park Wildlife Safari Drive (Lando)

4. Tag: Etosha Nationalpark

Enjoy a full-day wildlife safari drive in Etosha National Park. Set off into the wilds of Etosha National Park in search of a wide variety of wildlife. More than 100 species of mammals call Etosha home, including lions, rhinos, elephants, giraffes, blue wildebeest, springbok, zebra, and hyenas. As for birds, the salt pan attracts pelicans, flamingos, and many other winged wonders. Bring your camera and go wild!

Optional Activities:
Etosha Open Vehicle Wildlife Safari Drive
660NAD per person. Set off in an open 4x4 safari vehicle with a naturalist guide in search of the stunning wildlife in the park. Wildlife often come to the many watering holes to drink, so keep your eyes peeled for many animals on the move.

Enthaltene Aktivitäten:
Etosha National Park Wildlife Safari Drive (Lando)

5. Tag: Etosha Nationalpark - Spitzkoppe

Travel south and enjoy the granite peaks of Spitzkoppe. Explore on your own by foot, and be sure to check out the night sky—it's great for star-gazing!

Our basic bush camp will have long-drop toilets and no running water.

6. Tag: Spitzkoppe - Swakopmund

Travel through the coastal region to the adrenaline capital of Swakopmund. We will spend two nights in Swakopmund, here you can explore this historical town or try some of the numerous activities available.

7. Tag: Swakopmund

Fill free time with sandboarding, skydiving, or a living desert tour. You can pre-book your sky dive on the checkout page, or through your Global Connection Officer or travel agent.

Optional Activities:
Sandboarding in the Namib Desert
700NAD per person. Head out into the desert, grab a board, and surf the sand dunes. Choose to lie down headfirst, or stand up, surfer-style.

Swakopmund Skydiving
3000NAD per person. Buckle up your harness, practice your exit, then take a plane up and over the dunes of the Namib Desert. Take a deep breath, leap out and freefall with an instructor before he opens the parachute. Admire the view over the dunes as you descend and land safely back on the ground. Wow!

Swakopmund Guided Cultural Tour
550NAD per person. Explore the back streets and local culture on a guided interpretive walk. 


Learn about the history of Swakopmund, its housing and other various topics to get a better understanding of local life. Visit a woman from the Herero ethnic group and also a Nama Medicine Woman, who will host a 'click' lesson in the local Daman language. Finish at a local pub called a 'shebeen' with the opportunity to try the local bush delicacy of Mopani worms and a drink.

Skeleton Coast Scenic Flight
4800NAD per person. Take in amazing views of bird life, shipwrecks, and one of the largest seal colonies in the world over the northern coastline. On the way back, see the Namibia's highest mountain, Damaraland, and the picturesque Spitzkoppe rock formations from above.

8. Tag: Swakopmund - Namib Wüste

Arrive in the area in the afternoon where we will be camping on the edge of the Namib Desert. Opt to walk with a local expert who will explain the desert and its mysteries.

9. Tag: Namib Wüste

Explore the Sesriem Canyon, a small canyon typical of the area. Enjoy a short stop at Sesriem Canyon, a small canyon typical of the area. The Tsauchab River flows through the canyon every five to ten years, and this creates the nearby salt and clay pan of Sossusvlei. Then continue on to the Sossusvlei Dunes and climb up breathtaking Dune 45. Set off for a climb of the mighty Dune 45. Look out and view the surrounding desert displaying their amazing orange and yellow hues. Magic! We will leave early morning towards Sossuvlei campsite, where the towering red sand dunes of Sossusvlei form the gateway into the Namib Desert. Here you will really feel as though you’re in the middle of nowhere.

The afternoon is spent exploring the natural wonders of this bizarre environment. Visit Sossusvlei - a clay pan, enclosed by the world’s largest sand dunes, up to 300m (984 ft) high. Here, opt to take a guided walk in the sands dunes, or enjoy some free time to explore on your own.

Optional Activities:
Sossusvlei Desert Walk
10USD per person. Visit Sossusvlei, a clay pan enclosed by the world’s largest sand dunes and enclosing ancient dead trees.

Namib Desert Walk
300NAD per person. Enjoy a walk amongst the dunes, learning about the surrounding Namib Desert as well as the survival strategies of Bushmen who live in the area.

Enthaltene Aktivitäten:
Sesriem Canyon Visit
Dune 45 Visit

10. Tag: Namib Wüste - Fish River Canyon

Enjoy the sunset at Fish River Canyon. Visit Fish River Canyon, the largest canyon in Africa and, arguably, the second largest in the world. Watch as a stunning sunset slips over the canyon's rim in the early evening. We will only have access to the rim, but the views are spectacular.

Journey to Fish River Canyon, the largest canyon in Africa, and arguably the second largest in the world. Spend some time here taking in the majestic beauty of the canyon, watch as a spectacular sunset slips over the canyon's rim.

Enthaltene Aktivitäten:
Fish River Canyon Visit at Sunset

11. Tag: Fish River Canyon - Orange River

Head to the border and cross into South Africa. Camp at the scenic Orange River and opt to go canoeing. Set up camp on the banks of Orange River for the night. After, enjoy a late afternoon of swimming, relaxing, or possibly even canoeing on the river.

Optional Activities:
Canoeing on Orange River
300ZAR per person. Grab a paddle and hop in a canoe. Be sure to wave at the locals from Namibia and South Africa on either side of the river.

Swimming
Grab your bathing suit and go for a refreshing swim.

12. Tag: Orange River - Cederberg

Travel past large plantations of rooibos tea and view dramatic Western Cape scenery. Head south through the Western Cape to the area of the Cederberg Mountains, where we spend the evening camping on a local farm. Explore the area, sip local wine, and sit back and enjoy the dramatic scenery.

Optional Activities:
Wine Tasting
120ZAR per person. Visit a wine cellar cooperative to taste a selection of local wines. Enjoy the experience while looking out over a beautiful view of South African winelands.

13. Tag: Cederberg - Kapstadt

Visit the supported !Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre, before arriving in vibrant Cape Town. Enjoy beautiful views of Table Mountain, and opt for a final night out with the group. For our final travel day, journey to the cosmopolitan city of Cape Town.

Please note that we arrive in Cape Town in the early afternoon, you might not have time to participate in lengthy activities or see many sights. If you would like to see or do anything, we recommend booking an extra night or two before your return flight home.

14. Tag: Kapstadt

Depart at any time.

Optional Activities:
Wine Tour and Tasting
975ZAR per person. Take a day trip into the wine lands of South Africa with an expert guide. Visit iconic estates and lesser-visited farms only known to locals, in areas such as Stellenbosch and Franschoek. Indulge in tastings and pairings with cheeses, chocolate, and local delicacies such as Biltong (salted meat). Walk through vineyards and cellars for an all encompassing look at wine production, and learn about the history of this region. Gesondheid!
Please note that if this activity is listed on the first or last day of the itinerary you will need to book a pre-night or post-night with a sales representative as the wine tour begins at 8 am.

Table Mountain Cable Car
300-360ZAR per person. Take the five-minute cable car trip to the top of Table Mountain, 1,085m (3,562ft) above Cape Town, and explore the summit. This is a great spot to sit and soak up the commanding 360-degree views of Cape Town, Table Bay, the peaks of surrounding mountains, and the rest of Table Mountain National Park. The operation of the cable car is weather dependent.
Please note that the cable car is closed every year for a 2 week period between July and August for annual maintenance.

Table Mountain Hike
600-1500ZAR per person. Hike up one of the world's most recognizable mountains, Table Mountain. Rise early to meet your guide for a transfer to the start of the hike. Wind your way up the mountain, stopping regularly to take in the surrounding views of the city, Atlantic coast, and Table Bay. Take note of the changing vegetation on the mountain - a highlight of this trek. Once reaching the summit there are stunning panoramic views. Make your way down to the base of the mountain via the cable way. Ascent: 700m (2,297 ft)

Two Oceans Aquarium
185ZAR per person. Stay dry while exploring the incredible diversity of marine life that dwells in and around the Indian and Atlantic Oceans.

Cape Point & Boulders Beach Tour
1100ZAR per person. Travel to Cape Point to enjoy a stunning vista and visit the penguins at Boulders Beach (optional). Visit the entrance to the Cape of Good Hope, a rocky headland along the coast of the Cape peninsula. Stop for lunch in Kalkbay and enjoy the scenery. Cape Point National Park is filled with varied wildlife. Many different kinds of birdlife, from sea birds to giant raptors wheeling overheard, can be easily seen. In the summer months (November-February) keep an eye out for southern right whales out to sea.

Tandem Paragliding
1500ZAR per person. Glide over Cape Town, hovering over city life and taking in views of Table Mountain. Tandem flights are available to those who have never glided.

Table Mountain Abseiling
1350ZAR per person. Step off the edge of Table Mountain and abseil over incredible views of Camps Bay Beach and the deep blue Atlantic Ocean 1000m below you. No transport included (self drive).

Sandboarding in the Atlantis Dunes
900ZAR per person. Take this half day trip and venture into the Atlantis Dunes on the west coast of South Africa. Marvel at the beauty of the white sand as far as the eye can see. Grab a board and try your hand at boarding down dunes of different sizes. Open to both beginners and experienced sandboarders.