Gulf of Guinea to the Cape

Accra - Cape Town

85 days through Ghana, South Africa, Togo, Benin, Nigeria, Cameroon, Gabon, Congo, Congo DRC, Angola, Namibia

FROM: $5705 USD + 1,760 EUR Kitty

Transport:

Overland Expedition Vehicle, Jeep, Boat

Crew:

Two Dragoman Crew Members, Local Guides where necessary

Accom:

Comfortable Hotel 4 nights
Camping 42 nights
Camping without facilities 21 nights
Basic Hotel 17 nights

Meals:

Breakfasts x 83, Lunches x 63, Dinners x 63

Physical:

Lifestyle:

Code:

ZDV

Deposit:

$520 USD per person

Foreign Travel Advice

TRIP OVERVIEW

This is a real exploratory journey, which we will only run once a year. No two trips will be the same as this is an ever changing part of Africa and many of the places that we visit are seldom travelled through. To date it has proved an amazingly rewarding experience for the select band of travellers who have joined us; and they are a select band, as you will need to apply directly to join this trip. So saying, this is an unbelievable journey across some amazing places. Starting in Ghana, we cross Togo and Benin, and then Nigeria. In the south of Nigeria, we cut through jungle roads into tropical Cameroon and then south into Gabon. The splendours of Gabon, its wildlife, forests and beaches are actually second to NONE in Africa. Then the expedition 'hots up', crossing Congo-Brazzaville and the DRC, before entering one of the real gems of African travel, Angola and then on into Namibia and finishing in Cape Town.

HIGHLIGHTS

Discovering an unexplored route down the west of the continent.

Wild camping in local villages on route

2 day overland safari through Etosha NP with excellent wildlife

Wildcamp and hike in the stunning wild mountains of Spitzkoppe

Take a cable car up Table Mountain or any of the numerous options in Cape Town

Visit a local village to witness a traditional Voodoo ceremony

Enjoy a guided walk around Butterfly Mountain, Mont Kluto

Enjoy a fine meal and cool drink in one of Accra's many restaurants

WHAT TO EXPECT

This trip is for experienced travellers only, who are happy to expect the unexpected. We cannot guarantee the itinerary, the accommodation or even the countries that we will be able to cross. You must embark on this journey, knowing full well that it is an expedition.

INCLUDED ACTIVITIES

Visit Akosombo Dam the colossal 1960s project that provides almost all of Ghana\'s energy needs and created Lake Volta, one of the world\'s largest man-made lakes

An evening of energetic drumming and dancing from the local villagers in Mont Klouto

Go on a guided tour of the Tata Somba villages of northern Benin learning about the traditional culture and way of life and visiting their incredible 2-storey \'mud castle\' homes

Visit the stunning landscapes of Pendjari National Park famous for being one of the best wildlife reserves in West Africa

A guided tour of the capital of the ancient Dahomey empire including the Dahomey Palace and Museum.

ITINERARY

EXPAND ALL CLOSE ALL

Day 1 - Accra (11th January 2021)

Border information: if you are joining in Accra, then you will most likely enter Ghana at Accra Kotoka International Airport (IATA code: ACC).

There will be an important group meeting at 10:00am at the joining hotel - please look out at the hotel reception for a note from your leader with more details about this important meeting. Your leader will collect your kitty and check your passport, visas, and insurance details at this meeting.

The afternoon will be free to explore the city of Accra.

Please note that many of the options listed below will only be possible for those with extra time in Accra before the start of your trip with us - please contact the Sales team if you would like to book pre-tour accommodation with us to have extra time exploring Accra.

Accommodation: Comfortable Hotel

Daily Activities

Optional Activities

Visit the famous Labadi Beach situated on the outskirts of Accra

Entrance: 5 GHS

xplore the huge Independence Square and Black Star Arch in Accra where independence was celebrated in 1957

Visit: Free

Freely explore the area of Jamestown Accra's oldest district and a vibrant fishing area

Visit: Free

Head to this park which is a memorial to one of the founding fathers of Ghana.

Visit: 5 GHS

Learn all about the history and culture of Ghana in the National Museum

Entrance: 40 GHS

Visit the outside of the famous Osu Castle the seat of power in Ghana since the 1600s

See the outside: Free

Day 2 - Accra (12th January 2021)

Today we will apply for Togo visas at the Togolese Embassy in Accra.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Comfortable Hotel

Day 3 - Akosombo (13th January 2021)

This morning we will leave Accra and head north to the village of Akosombo.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 4

Day 4 - Akosombo (14th January 2021)

Border information: Exit Ghana at Klouto, enter Togo at Klouto.

Today we will have a full day's drive to the spectacular Mont Klouto, crossing the border into Togo.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 6

Daily Activities

Included Activities

Visit Akosombo Dam the colossal 1960s project that provides almost all of Ghana\'s energy needs and created Lake Volta, one of the world\'s largest man-made lakes

Included

Day 5 - Mont Klouto (15th January 2021)

Today we will have a free day around the beautiful Mont Klouto region, with the opportunity to head out on optional forest walks or to visit Kpalimé town nearby.

In the evening, we will head to the village centre to see a spectacular show of drumming and dancing from the local villagers.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Day 6 - Mont Klouto (16th January 2021)

Over the next 2 days we will drive up the length of Togo, all the way through the remote northern border with Benin. We will wild camp for 1 night en route.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 7

Daily Activities

Included Activities

An evening of energetic drumming and dancing from the local villagers in Mont Klouto

Included

Optional Activities

Experience a market town like no other and take a taxi o Kpalime

Taxi: 500 USD

Guided walks around Mont Klouto looking for butterflies and enjoying the beautiful forest scenery

Guided walk: 8,000 USD

Day 7 - Central Togo (17th January 2021)

Today we continue our drive through Togo after our wild camp.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping without facilities

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 7

Day 8 - Togoville (18th January 2021)

This morning we will head to the beach while we are watingin for our visas to be processed. Time to relax before we head into Benin tomorrow!

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Basic Hotel

Day 9 - Grand Popo (19th January 2021)

Border information: Exit Togo at Ketao, enter Benin at Ouaké.

Today we will cross the border into Benin, before continuing our journey to the Tata Somba region close to the town of Tanguiéta.

Today we will have a free day at Grand Popo for relaxing on the beach or taking a pirogue trip around the nearby ocean and mangroves.

There is also an option this evening to visit an incredible local vodun (voodoo) ceremony in the nearby village, complete with very energetic dancing and incredible magic tricks! It may also be possible to take a night walk in search of Atlantic turtles, which lay their eggs on the beaches between November and March.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Basic Hotel

Daily Activities

Included Activities

Go on a guided tour of the Tata Somba villages of northern Benin learning about the traditional culture and way of life and visiting their incredible 2-storey \'mud castle\' homes

Included

Optional Activities

Head out on a guided walk through the beautiful scenery in the hills of the Tata Somba region to visit some local waterfalls

Optional walk: 2,500 XOF

Day 10 - Pendjari NP (20th January 2021)

From the Tata Somba region we have a short journey north to the beautiful Pendjari NP.

We will stay for two nights wild camping in the NP, where we will have freedom to explore and head out on game drives in the truck in search of wildlife.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Daily Activities

Included Activities

Visit the stunning landscapes of Pendjari National Park famous for being one of the best wildlife reserves in West Africa

Included

Day 11 - Pendjari NP (21st January 2021)

Today we have the entire day to enjoy this national park. One of the only places left in West Africa where wildlife continues to thrive. A lot of work is put into maintaining this park by African Parks who are resposible for many of the lesser known national parks in Africa.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 3

Day 12 - Abomey (22nd January 2021)

Our journey today continues to Abomey, the ancient capital of the Dahomey kingdom. On arrival we will take an included tour of the Dahomey Palace and Museum.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Basic Hotel

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 7

Day 13 - Abomey (23rd January 2021)

Today we have a free day in Abomey to relax and prepare for the rest of our journey.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping without facilities

Daily Activities

Included Activities

A guided tour of the capital of the ancient Dahomey empire including the Dahomey Palace and Museum.

Included

Day 14 - Grand Popo (24th January 2021)

We will drive from Abomey to Grand Popo today and enjoy some well deserved time at the beach.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 4

Day 15 - Grand Popo (25th January 2021)

Free day in Grand Popo.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Daily Activities

Optional Activities

Explore the rivers mangroves and villages of Grand Popo on a pirogue trip around the local area

Boat trip: 5,000 XOF

Head out at night to walk to the remote beaches where Atlantic Green Turtles are often seen laying their eggs between Novermber and March (please note that sightings of turtles are not guaranteed and the chances of seeing them are more like 50-50!)

Donation: 5,000 XOF

Observe a local voodoo celebration in the nearby village of Grand Popo watch the hypnotic drumming and dancing of the 'Nightwatchman' and see some mind-blowing black magic!

Ceremony per group: 60,000 USD

Day 16 - Ouidah (26th January 2021)

Today we will take a very interesting half-day tour of the sites in Ouidah, including the Voodoo Python Temple, the "Route des Esclaves" (Slave Route), La Maison du Brésil art gallery and the Ouidah Museum of History in the old Portuguese Fort of São João Baptista de Ajudá.

We may hopefully see many of the local fishermen bringing their catch in.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Basic Hotel

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 1

Daily Activities

Included Activities

Half-day tour of Ouidah including the museums and exhibitions at La Maison Bresil learning about the history of slavery on the 'Route des Esclaves' and the Point of No Return and a visit to the voodoo Snake Temple.

Included

Day 17 - Ganvie (27th January 2021)

This morning we will drive to Abomey-Calavi (a port on the outskirts of Cotonou), where we say goodbye to the truck for the night and jump aboard motorised pirogues to Ganvie, a fascinating town built entirely on stilts in the middle of Lake Nokoué.

Today we will have an included tour of the stilt town of Ganvie, exploring deeper on our pirogues and soaking up the unique way of life in the floating village.

In Ganvie we will stay in the stilt village itself!

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Basic Hotel

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 2

Daily Activities

Included Activities

Visit to the incredible stilt village of Ganvie where an entire community of fisherman live in a town entirely built on stilts in the middle of Lake Noukoe near Cotonou

Included

Day 18 - Nigeria (28th January 2021)

Today is where our true adventure begins! We will be making our way through the next 6 countries without a fixed itinerary. We will be keeping a close eye on the travel advice for each area that we head towards. This starts with the next 8 days through Nigeria. Some of the highlights we may experience include the impressive Usman Dam, Abuja National Mosque, Lekki Market and the beautiful Yankari NP.

We will be wild camping for the majority of this trip from now on, experiencing the true life and culture of the towns and villages we stop in.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Day 19 - Nigeria (29th January 2021)

Exploring Nigeria

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Day 20 - Nigeria (30th January 2021)

Exploring Nigeria

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping without facilities

Day 21 - Nigeria (31st January 2021)

Exploring Nigeria

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping without facilities

Day 22 - Nigeria (1st February 2021)

Exploring Nigeria

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Day 23 - Nigeria (2nd February 2021)

Exploring Nigeria

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping without facilities

Day 24 - Nigeria (3rd February 2021)

Exploring Nigeria

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Day 25 - Nigeria (4th February 2021)

Exploring Nigeria

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Day 26 - Nigeria (5th February 2021)

Exploring Nigeria

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Day 27 - Cameroon (6th February 2021)

Now we will head out of Nigeria into Cameroon. We have allocated another 8 days here. We may have the chance to apply for some visas during our time in Cameroon.

Highlights of the country include Douala with its bustling shopping and nightlife as well as Yaounde which is where we will find the National Museum. There will be opportunities to relax by the beach as well as spend time in the foothills of Mount Cameroon which is one of Africa's biggest volcanoes.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping without facilities

Day 28 - Cameroon (7th February 2021)

Exploring Cameroon

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Basic Hotel

Day 29 - Cameroon (8th February 2021)

Exploring Cameroon

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Basic Hotel

Day 30 - Cameroon (9th February 2021)

Exploring Cameroon

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Basic Hotel

Day 31 - Cameroon (10th February 2021)

Exploring Cameroon

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Basic Hotel

Day 32 - Cameroon (11th February 2021)

Exploring Cameroon

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Basic Hotel

Day 33 - Cameroon (12th February 2021)

Exploring Cameroon

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Day 34 - Cameroon (13th February 2021)

Exploring Cameroon

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Day 35 - Cameroon (14th February 2021)

Exploring Cameroon

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Day 36 - Gabon (15th February 2021)

We now pass into our next destination, Gabon. We will spend 6 days travelling through this vibrant country. This is the point where the tarmac runs out, we will be getting used to dirt roads from now on!

There may be options for time on safari here as much of Gabon is rainforest. This could be in Lambarene or Loango NP which are barely inhabited by people and the wildlife is protected. There are also many Bwiti rituals in these areas.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping without facilities

Day 37 - Gabon (16th February 2021)

Exploring Gabon

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Day 38 - Gabon (17th February 2021)

Exploring Gabon

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Day 39 - Gabon (18th February 2021)

Exploring Gabon

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Basic Hotel

Day 40 - Gabon (19th February 2021)

Exploring Gabon

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Basic Hotel

Day 41 - Gabon (20th February 2021)

Exploring Gabon

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Day 42 - Republic of the Congo (21st February 2021)

Now onto 8 days in the Republic of the Congo. This is where we really prepare for the unexpected! Digging out the truck, huge potholes and overgrown passages can make this country feel truly wild. We will only pass through this country with the whole team working together.

The people in this country are renound for their hospitable welcomes and we will find smiling faces wherever we go, from Nouabalé-Ndoki NP (home to Gorilla's), to Pointe-Noire (where the beaches are renound) we will be greeted with open arms.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping without facilities

Day 43 - Republic of the Congo (22nd February 2021)

Exploring the Republic of the Congo

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Day 44 - Republic of the Congo (23rd February 2021)

Exploring the Republic of the Congo

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Day 45 - Republic of the Congo (24th February 2021)

Exploring the Republic of the Congo

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Day 46 - Republic of the Congo (25th February 2021)

Exploring the Republic of the Congo

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Day 47 - Republic of the Congo (26th February 2021)

Exploring the Republic of the Congo

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping without facilities

Day 48 - Republic of the Congo (27th February 2021)

Exploring the Republic of the Congo

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping without facilities

Day 49 - Republic of the Congo (28th February 2021)

Exploring the Republic of the Congo

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping without facilities

Day 50 - Republic of the Congo (1st March 2021)

Exploring the Republic of the Congo

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping without facilities

Day 51 - Democratic Republic of the Congo (2nd March 2021)

We will be passing through a small portion of the Democratic Republic of the Congo as we make our way to Angola. Here we have the option of travelling West and visiting Kinshasa or, if it is in our best interests to do so, we can visit the enclave of Cabina, which is part of Angola.

We should be able to view the Crystal Mountains range and have the option to climb Mont Mangengenge, a pilgrimage site for local people. You will probably be overtaken by the Congolese praying step by step as they ascend. The DRC is also home to the only Bonobo sanctuary in the world, definitely worth a visit!

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Day 52 - Democratic Republic of the Congo (3rd March 2021)

Exploring the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping without facilities

Day 53 - Democratic Republic of the Congo (4th March 2021)

Exploring the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Day 54 - Democratic Republic of the Congo (5th March 2021)

Exploring the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Day 55 - Democratic Republic of the Congo (6th March 2021)

Exploring the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Day 56 - Democratic Republic of the Congo (7th March 2021)

Exploring the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Day 57 - Democratic Republic of the Congo (8th March 2021)

Exploring the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping without facilities

Day 58 - Democratic Republic of the Congo (9th March 2021)

Exploring the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping without facilities

Day 59 - Democratic Republic of the Congo (10th March 2021)

Exploring the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping without facilities

Day 60 - Democratic Republic of the Congo (11th March 2021)

Exploring the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping without facilities

Day 61 - Democratic Republic of the Congo (12th March 2021)

Exploring the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping without facilities

Day 62 - Democratic Republic of the Congo (13th March 2021)

Exploring the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Day 63 - Angola (14th March 2021)

Our final country with no fixed itinerary is Angola. This is a country that is still making it's way back from years of civil war. Due to this tourists are not seen very regularly, in fact, we may be the first tourists to travel through some villages. We also have the chance to test out our Portuguese here.

Close to where we enter the country is Turtle Beach where endangered Olive Ridley Turtles hatch through September to March. The National Museum of Slavery near Lobito is a stark reminder of Angolas past. Other highlights include Kalandula Falls and Quicama NP.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Basic Hotel

Day 64 - Angola (15th March 2021)

Exploring Angola

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Basic Hotel

Day 65 - Angola (16th March 2021)

Exploring Angola

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Basic Hotel

Day 66 - Angola (17th March 2021)

Exploring Angola

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Day 67 - Angola (18th March 2021)

Exploring Angola

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Day 68 - Angola (19th March 2021)

Exploring Angola

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Day 69 - Angola (20th March 2021)

Exploring Angola

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Day 70 - Angola (21st March 2021)

Exploring Angola

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping without facilities

Day 71 - Angola (22nd March 2021)

Exploring Angola

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping without facilities

Day 72 - Etosha NP (23rd March 2021)

Today we head to the stunning Etosha NP.

Etosha is one of the world's most pre-eminent wildlife areas, and we have an excellent chance to spot some of Africa's most famous animals such as elephant, lion, giraffe, zebra, leopard, oryx, impala, and rhino!

We will stay in the park for 2 days, giving us plenty of opportunity for game drives in our truck in search of the animals here.

In Etosha NP we will stay in a mixture of the campsites of Namutoni, Halali or Okaukuejo according to availability, all of which are superbly located within the NP, have excellent facilities and are situated next to watering holes where many animals come for a drink at night.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 5

Daily Activities

Included Activities

Overland safari through Etosha National Park with excellent wildlife

Included

Day 73 - Etosha NP (24th March 2021)

Full day in Etosha National Park.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 5

Day 74 - Windhoek (25th March 2021)

Today we drive to Windhoek.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 7

Day 75 - Spitzkoppe (26th March 2021)

Today we will drive south to the stunning mountains of Spitzkoppe. This remote region has breathtaking sunsets and sunrises as the colour of the landscape takes on remarkable oranges and reds.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping without facilities

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 7

Daily Activities

Optional Activities

Guided walk around the stunning landscape of Spitzkoppe

1-4 persons - NAD50pp/hour, 5-10 persons - NAD35pp/hour: 75 NAD

Day 76 - Swakopmund (27th March 2021)

Today we will continue to the old German colonial town of Swakopmund, where we will have 2 nights to explore the town and enjoy some of the many optional adventure activities on offer.

We will also have an included visit to Cape Cross en route from Spitzkoppe, to experience the sight, sound and smell of thousands of olive-coloured seals on the shore.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Basic Hotel

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 6

Daily Activities

Included Activities

Visit the seal colony at Cape Cross

Included

Day 77 - Swakopmund (28th March 2021)

Free day in Swakopmund.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Basic Hotel

Day 78 - Sesriem (29th March 2021)

Today we will drive from Swakopmund to Sesriem, our base for exploring the spectacular Namib Desert. If time allows, en route we will have the option to take a short walking tour of the desert around Solitaire where we can learn all about the ecosystem of the desert - please note that our time available for this is dependent on the time of the sunset, as they close the gates to our Sesriem campsite at sunset.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 10

Daily Activities

Optional Activities

Guided walk through the landscapes of the Namib desert learning all about the delicate desert ecosystem

Price: 260 NAD

Day 79 - Bethanie (30th March 2021)

Today we have an early morning start to climb to the top of the famous Dune 45 for a dramatic and incredible sunrise view across a vast sea of sand. We will also have chance to explore the otherworldy landscape of the Dead Vlei. In the afternoon, we head south to our river camp near the small town of Bethanie.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 6

Daily Activities

Included Activities

Visit the famous Dune 45 and explore the other-wordly landscapes of the Sossusvlei and the Dead Vlei salt pans

Included

Optional Activities

Take a balloon trip over the Namib desert and Dune 45

Price: 5,950 NAD

Go on a scenic flight over the Sossusvlei

1hr trip (price per plane, taking max 5 pax): 4,280 NAD

40min trip (price per plane, taking max 5 pax): 3,000 NAD

1hr 30min trip (price per plane, taking max 5 pax): 7,075 NAD

Day 80 - Fish River Canyon (31st March 2021)

Today we head south to the dramatic scenery of the Fish River Canyon. Here we will have some time for exploration and taking in the beautiful sunset over the canyon.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 8

Daily Activities

Included Activities

Take in the jaw-dropping vistas at the Fish River Canyon

Included

Day 81 - Noordoewer (1st April 2021)

This morning we will drive to Noordoewer, next to the scenic banks of the Gariep (Orange) River - the natural border between Namibia and South Africa. If there is sufficient water in the river we may be able to take an optional canoeing tour on the Orange River.

NB: If we have arrived late the previous day, the Tour Leader may opt to spend more time at Fish River Canyon before driving to Noordoewer.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 5

Daily Activities

Optional Activities

Enjoy a dip in the hot springs at Ais Ais

Entrance: 25 NAD

Head out on a short canoe trip on the Orange River which marks the boundary of Namibia and South Africa

Full-day Canoe trip incl packed lunch: 300 NAD

Day 82 - Citrusdal (2nd April 2021)

Border Information: Exit Namibia at Noordoewer, enter South Africa at Noordoewer.

Today we cross the border into South Africa and head down the Western Cape to camp site near Citrusdal. In the evening we will have the option for some wine tasting!

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 9

Daily Activities

Optional Activities

Sample the delicious wines from the vineyards at the base of the Cederberg Mountains

Price: 100 ZAR

Day 83 - Cape Town (3rd April 2021)

Our final day takes us down the Western Cape to the charming and beautiful city of Cape Town.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Comfortable Hotel

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 6

Day 84 - Cape Town (4th April 2021)

This evening you will have the opportunity to enjoy a final group meal to say goodbye to your fellow travellers after what is certainly the journey of a lifetime.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Comfortable Hotel

Day 85 - Cape Town - End Date (5th April 2021)

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