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This is the most popular African adventure safari, with spectacular scenery and many exciting activities for adrenaline junkies. The tour starts in Cape Town with Table Mountain as a backdrop. From here you travel north through the mountainous Cederberg Region to the Orange River, then cross the border and on to the Fish River Canyon. In Namibia you visit the Sossuvlei Dunes: safari game viewing, dune boarding and quad biking are a few of the adventure activities that can be enjoyed at this stage of your trip. From there it's off for a classic African wildlife safari: Etosha National Park, the Okavango Delta, as well as the Chobe National Park. The African adventure ends in Victoria Falls, where you’ll be able to partake in adrenalin-packed activities, such as white water rafting, micro lighting, bungee jumping, African elephant-back riding, canoeing, and a horse riding safari.
Please note that Visas are the responsibility of the traveller and that the Whichway Adventure Company will not be held responsible for clients being denied entry should they not be in the possession of the relevant visas.
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| Day 1: Cederberg Mountains Camp |
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You depart Cape Town heading north for the Cederberg mountain region. These sandstone and shale mountains are famous for their spectacular rock formations. On this first afternoon you spend some time getting to know your fellow travellers and learning about tour life.
You can end your first day swimming and / or floating on tubes in the Olifants River. At sunset climb up to a good viewpoint for a sundowner drink. Alternatively you can settle in with a relaxing game of table tennis or darts.
Activities include: Short guided hikes into the nearby Cederberg hills, rock art site hike |
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Meals: HB
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Location: Cederberg,
South Africa
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| Day 2: Namaqualand – Gariep River Camp |
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You travel north through Namaqualand and head for the Gariep River. Namaqualand is big sky country and this vast semi-arid region comes alive in spring when millions of colourful wild flowers cover the countryside. The night is spent sitting around the campfire.
It is quite a long drive up to the Gariep River (the Nama name for the Orange River). There will be a short stop in the town of Springbok for some shopping and possibly banking (there is an ATM here). |
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Meals: FB
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Location: Gariep River,
South Africa
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| Day 3: Namibia - Fish River Canyon Camp |
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Choose between a relaxing morning on the riverbank, or a half-day canoe adventure on the Orange River. After lunch you travel north to the Fish River Canyon, the 2nd largest canyon in the world. You reach Hobas in time to set up camp and be at the canyon for sunset. If there’s time you can take a walk to the hikers’ viewpoint which is about 10km from the campsite.
Optional Activities: Orange River half-day canoe adventure |
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Meals: FB
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Location: Fish River Canyon,
Namibia
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| Day 4: Namib-Naukluft National Park Camp |
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From the Fish River Canyon you continue on into the remote Namibian hinterland. Today is a long driving day, stopping en route at a great little shop with fresh bread and just about anything else you could need. There is also a bottle store, post office and butchery which sells biltong (a South African dried meat delicacy) at a good price.
You arrive at camp in the afternoon with enough time for a walk into the smaller Sesriem Canyon. This is an excellent night to sleep out under the stars, beside the fire. |
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Meals: FB
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Location: Namib-Naukluft National Park,
Namibia
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| Day 5: Namib-Naukluft National Park Camp |
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Taking advantage of the cooler temperatures you depart at dawn and drive into the Namib-Naukluft National Park where you hike up Dune 45 to gain a different perspective of the desert. After this you have the option of hiking with fellow group members into Sossusvlei, a beautiful remote region of huge ochre-coloured sand dunes.
Optional Activities: Guided walk with Local Expert |
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Meals: FB
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Location: Sossusvlei,
Namibia
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| Days 6 - 7: Swakopmund Hostel |
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A dramatic drive through the arid Namib-Naukluft sees you arrive at Walvis Bay, where you make a stop to view the flamingos (if they are there). En route you stop at the Kuiseb pass to view its dramatic geology (also known as the Moon Landscapes) and go through the Guab pass, which is the point at which you cross the Tropic of Capricorn. Then it's on to the seaside resort town of Swakopmund.
Day 7 is spent in Swakopmund enjoying some of the many adrenalin activities available. Alternatively you may choose to do some shopping in town or head for the beach. Dinner is not included. Should you wish to go to dinner as a group at a local restaurant, the guides can book this in advance. After the meal you can go out to one of the local clubs. If you do, one of the guides will go with you.
Optional Activities: Quadbiking, Sandboarding, Sky Diving, Scenic Flights, Fishing etc. |
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Meals: FB
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Location: Swakopmund,
Namibia
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| Day 8: Spitzkoppe Bushcamp |
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It's time to leave all the trappings of modern life behind you and drive inland to the mysterious Spitzkoppe. The Spitzkoppe consists of the core of an ancient volcano that had the outside layers eroded away and is a sacred site of the San people. You camp in the wild for the night; the stars in Namibia are so bright you feel you can reach out and touch them.
Optional Activities: Guided hike with locals to view San rock art |
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Meals: FB
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Location: Spitzkoppe,
Namibia
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| Days 10 - 11: Etosha National Park Camp |
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An early rise sees you on your way to meet the local Himba people. After spending some time with them you head off to Etosha National Park, home to over 340 bird, 110 reptile and 100 mammal species including close to 3 000 elephant and one of the biggest populations of black rhino in Africa.
You will go on a minimum of 4 game drives, visiting the abundant waterholes which offer excellent opportunities for game photography. Between game viewing activities you can relax during the day alongside the swimming pool or in the evening at the floodlit waterhole.
The guides will stock up on all food supplies along the way which should give you the opportunity for some shopping. |
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Meals: FB
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Location: Etosha,
Namibia
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| Days 12 - 13: Rundu Camp |
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After an early morning game drive you set off towards Rundu on the Kavango River. In the evening you can enjoy a sunset cruise.
You will either stop in Grootfontein or Rundu for shopping. If you prefer to drink bottled water while in the Okavango Delta this is a good place to purchase it. There is also an ATM at Rundu (but don’t count on it being in a working condition). In the evening the guides will brief you on Botswana, the Okavango and what to pack for your Delta-excursion.
The next day you visit the local Ovambo villages. There are a number of different optional activities to take part in such as horse riding, or you may prefer a relaxing day by the river.
Optional Activities: Kavango river cruise, traditional dancing, horse riding |
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Meals: FB
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Location: Rundu,
Namibia
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| Days 14 - 16: Botswana - Okavango Delta Camp |
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Those who opt to join the Delta Excursion will leave the truck behind and enter the Okavango using local transport, including mokoros (traditional dugout canoes). If you choose to remain behind then you will spend the next few days relaxing at camp.
The Okavango is the largest inland delta in the world. Its crystal clear waters and countless islands are home to an amazing variety of animals and the area is a birder's paradise. During your time in the delta you will go on a guided nature walk and mokoro rides with local guides.
Note: Malaria (passed on by the Female Anopheles mosquito) is rife in this part of Botswana. Most mosquito bites are on the feet or ankles of a person – so cover these areas well in repellent.
Optional Activities: Okavango Delta Excursion |
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Meals: FB
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Location: Okavango Delta,
Botswana
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| Day 17: Namibia -Caprivi National Park Camp |
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Sadly, you leave the Okavango Delta behind you and cross back into Namibia. You travel through the Caprivi National Park en route to your next ‘home’ alongside the Zambezi River. You spend the night relaxing next to the mighty Zambezi, part of Africa’s 4th largest river system. |
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Meals: FB
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Location: Caprivi,
Namibia
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| Day 18: Botswana - Chobe National Park Camp |
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Your camp today is on the banks of the Chobe River. The afternoon is spent on an optional boat cruise into the renowned Chobe National Park, an excellent opportunity for viewing some African wildlife.
Optional Activities: Chobe game drive and/or boat cruise |
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Meals: FB
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Location: Chobe National Park, Savuti,
Botswana
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| Day 19: Zimbabwe - Victoria Falls Hostel |
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Arriving early at your final destination, Victoria Falls, you have lunch and then those who want to can visit the Falls. Victoria Falls, known as ‘the smoke that thunders’, is one of the 7 Natural Wonders of the World. The popular optional sunset cruise on the Zambezi River includes dinner and drinks.
Optional Activities: Victoria Falls National Park, Zambezi Sunset Cruise |
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Meals: HB
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Location: Victoria Falls,
Zimbabwe
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| Day 20: Victoria Falls: Tour ends |
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A great way to end the tour is to spend your last day white water rafting in this, the Adrenaline Capital of Africa. If that doesn’t appeal to you, Vic Falls offers many exciting alternatives including bungee jumping, elephant back safaris and tiger fishing – to name but a few.
Optional Activities: White water rafting, bungee jumping, elephant excursion, dinner out |
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Meals: BB
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Location: Victoria Falls,
Zimbabwe
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