Southern Africa Falls to Cape - 20 days
Southern Africa Falls to Cape - 20 days
20 Days Starting in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe and ending in Cape Town, South Africa
Visiting: Victoria Falls, Chobe National Park, Okavango Delta, Rundu, Etosha National Park, Spitzkoppe, Swakopmund, Sesriem, Fish River Canyon, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Augrabies Falls National Park, Namaqualand, Cape Town
Tour operator:
Tour code:
2473/SAFC
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 16
Age range:
10-
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on a 20-day adventure from the breathtaking Victoria Falls to the vibrant city of Cape Town, exploring the diverse landscapes and wildlife of Southern Africa. This small group tour takes you through four countries: Zimbabwe, Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa. Experience the thrill of game drives in Chobe National Park, the serene beauty of the Okavango Delta, and the vast wilderness of Etosha National Park. Camp under the stars in the Spitzkoppe Mountains, wander through the charming town of Swakopmund, and marvel at the towering dunes of Sossusvlei. Discover the dramatic Fish River Canyon and the roaring Augrabies Falls, and search for the iconic black-maned lions in Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park. Conclude your journey with a full day tour of the stunning Cape Peninsula, all while enjoying the comfort of fully serviced camping and select hotel stays.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Victoria Falls
Location: Victoria Falls
Accommodation Name: hotel
Upon arrival at Victoria Falls Airport you will be met and transferred to our start hotel. At 3pm there is a pre departure meeting in the hotel foyer. The rest of the day is free for you to independently explore. Be sure to allow enough time to visit the spectacular Victoria Falls which are without doubt one of the most spectacular sights in Africa!
Victoria Falls is a charming town and there's a whole host of exciting activities available to book locally, from scenic helicopter flights over the falls and bungee jumping, to white water rafting and sunset cruises. Pre tour accommodation is available on request if you would like to spend longer here.
Day 2-3: Chobe National Park
Location: Chobe National Park
Accommodation Name: camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Victoria Falls - Chobe River (Botswana). The morning of day 2 is free for you to browse the local markets or enjoy some of the optional activities on offer at Victoria Falls. In the afternoon we cross the border into Botswana and overnight on the banks of the Chobe River. Chobe is famous for its beautiful scenery, magnificent sunsets and abundance of wildlife and birdlife. The following day we enjoy a morning game drive in Chobe National Park and a sunset game-viewing cruise on the Chobe River. Keep your eyes peeled for elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and other animals coming to the river's edge to drink.
Day 4-5: Okavango Delta
Location: Okavango Delta
Accommodation Name: Overnight: Okavango Delta (2)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Chobe River - Okavango Delta. On day 4 we drive through Chobe National Park before entering Namibia and travelling to the eastern side of the Caprivi, a narrow stretch of Namibian territory between Botswana and Angola. Crossing back into Botswana we then continue on to our lodge on the edge of the lush Okavango Delta.
The following day we travel by boat into the delta and explore the waterways on a mokoro (traditional canoe) excursion. We also enjoy a guided nature walk on one of the smaller islands (water levels permitting).
Day 6: The Okavango River
Location: Rundu
Accommodation Name: Overnight: Rundu
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Okavango Delta - Rundu (Namibia). Departing the Delta we cross back into Namibia and continue through the Caprivi Strip to our camp in Rundu, set amongst lush vegetation overlooking the Okavango River and Angola.
Day 7-8: Etosha National Park
Location: Etosha National Park
Accommodation Name: Overnight: Etosha National Park
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Rundu - Etosha National Park. On day 7 we proceed to Etosha National Park where we enjoy our first game drive in the park in our overland vehicle. This park is one of the most important reserves and game sanctuaries in Africa with thousands of wild animals such as blue wildebeest, springbok, zebra, kudu, giraffe, cheetah, leopard, lion and elephant making this area their home. Day 8 we enjoy a full day game drive in open 4x4 vehicles from our lodge located just outside the park entrance.
Day 9: Spitzkoppe
Location: Spitzkoppe
Accommodation Name: camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Etosha National Park - Spitzkoppe. We drive south through the Damaraland region with its vast and rugged terrain. Its mountain ranges are intercepted by wide gravel plains, which run into sandy, vegetated riverbeds and hot, dry valleys. We set up camp among the boulders of the Spitzkoppe Mountains. The afternoon is free to explore the stunning surrounding area on foot. The spectacular setting of our remote bushcamp is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Day 10: Swakopmund
Location: Swakopmund
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Spitzkoppe - Swakopmund. We travel south to Swakopmund today and spend the afternoon exploring this German colonial town.
Day 11-12: Sesriem
Location: Sesriem
Accommodation Name: Overnight: Sesriem (2)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Swakopmund - Sesriem. Our journey takes us south through ever changing scenery to our camp located on the edge of the Namib Desert today. The following morning is an early departure for Sossusvlei, stopping in the dune belt to witness the changing colours of the world’s highest sand dunes. We enjoy a 5km walk to Sossusvlei and Deadvlei. In the afternoon we take a short hike through the Sesriem Canyon.
Day 13: Fish River Canyon
Location: Fish River Canyon
Accommodation Name: camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Sesriem - Fish River Canyon. Leaving the Namib region we continue south towards Fish River Canyon, the second largest canyon in the world. At its deepest point this spectacular canyon is 549 metres deep. After setting up camp enjoy a walk along the rim of the canyon and watch the changing colours of sunset over the canyon.
Day 14-15: Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park
Location: Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park
Accommodation Name: Overnight: Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park (2)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Fish River Canyon - Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park (South Africa). On day 14 we travel into the heart of the Kalahari and the magnificent Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park in South Africa. This vast reserve covers over 3.6 million hectares and is home to the famous black mane lion. Here we enjoy morning and afternoon game drives and the sparse vegetation is ideal for spotting wildlife, particularly predators including the famous Kalahari lions, notable for the impressive black-maned males.
Note - Itinerary Change For 2025: On the afternoon of arrival in Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, we will enjoy a 2 hour walk accompanied by a qualified field guide and possibly a family of meerkats. We will learn about the geology of the area as well as the animals and plants of the Kalahari dunes. On day 15 we will enter the park for a full day game drive in our overland vehicle.
Day 16: Augrabies Falls National Park
Location: Augrabies Falls National Park
Accommodation Name: Overnight: Augrabies Falls National Park
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park - Augrabies Falls National Park. We head south to the beautiful Augrabies Falls National Park today, passing an abundance of lush wine farms en route. Reaching the national park we spend the afternoon admiring the spectacular Augrabies Falls from various viewpoints. At these thundering falls, known locally ‘Aukoerebis’ or ‘place of great noise’, the mighty Orange River plummets 56m into the gorge.
Day 17: Namaqualand
Location: Namaqualand
Accommodation Name: Overnight: Namaqualand
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Augrabies Falls National Park - Namaqualand. Departing Augrabies we travel to our campsite in the picturesque Namaqualand region. During the months of August – October the landscape is transformed into an explosion of colour due to the numerous wild flowers of the region.
Day 18-19: Cape Town
Location: Cape Town
Accommodation Name: Overnight: Cape Town (2)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Namaqualand - Cape Town. Travelling through the picturesque Namaqualand region we arrive in Cape Town mid afternoon on day 18. Set against the iconic Table Mountain, Cape Town is a captivating city which offers plenty of scenic, historic and cultural attractions. The remains of the day is free to explore Cape Town's bustling Waterfront which has a wonderful range of shops, restaurants and bars.
The following morning we set out on a full day tour of the beautiful Cape Peninsula. Driving along the Atlantic seaboard via Hout Bay and Chapman’s Peak, we take in Table Mountain National Park and Cape Point before returning along the Indian Ocean coastline back to our hotel. A morning or afternoon cable car ascent up iconic Table Mountain is optional and at your own expense (weather dependent).
Day 20: Cape Town
Location: Cape Town
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today our overland adventure comes to an end after breakfast and hotel check out.
Please Note: In 2023 a departure transfer to Cape Town Airport will be included. In 2022 it can be booked upon request for a supplement. We can also book post tour accommodation upon request.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Camping and 3 star hotels -
19 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 15 dinners
The tour includes 19 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 15 dinners.
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15 nights fully serviced camping
Enjoy 15 nights of fully serviced camping where the crew takes care of all camping chores including cooking, cleaning, pitching, and packing tents.
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4 nights 3 star hotels
Stay for 4 nights in 3-star hotels located in Cape Town, Swakopmund, and Victoria Falls.
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Spacious 2-person domed tents
Accommodation includes spacious 2-person domed tents with camp bed, mattress, sleeping bag, and pillow.
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Victoria Falls International Airport transfer on day 1
A transfer from Victoria Falls International Airport is included on day 1.
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Cape Peninsula full day tour
A full day tour of the Cape Peninsula is included in the itinerary.
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Cape Town International Airport departure transfer on day 20
A departure transfer to Cape Town International Airport is included on day 20.
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Transport in a 16 seater overland lodge vehicle
Transport throughout the tour is provided in a 16-seater overland lodge vehicle.
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Services of a 3-man crew
The tour includes the services of a 3-man crew consisting of a licensed African tour guide, camp assistant, and chef.
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Park entrance fees
All park entrance fees are included in the tour.
What's Not Included
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International flights and visas
International flights and visas are not included in the tour package.
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Tipping
Tipping is not included and is an entirely personal gesture.
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Optional activities
Optional activities are not included in the tour package.
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Victoria Falls NP entrance fee and excursions
Entrance fees and excursions at Victoria Falls National Park are not included.
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Local payment
A local payment of ZAR 3500 per person is required to be paid on arrival.
Age Policy
Average age 40s - 70s but flexible age policy. Minimum age 10.If travelling with children parents need to be aware of the very long driving days (distances noted in the trip notes). Tents sleep a max of 2 people so families would get two tents and do not need to pay a single supp if it's a family of 3.
Mode of Transport
Travel in a 16-seater overland lodge vehicle, ensuring a comfortable journey across Southern Africa. Airport transfers are included at the start and end of the tour, with a full day tour of the Cape Peninsula also provided.
Accommodation
Experience a blend of fully serviced camping and comfortable 3-star hotels on this tour. Enjoy 15 nights of camping where the crew handles all chores, and 4 nights in hotels in Cape Town, Swakopmund, and Victoria Falls. Spacious 2-person domed tents with camp beds, mattresses, sleeping bags, and pillows are provided.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of wildlife can I expect to see during the tour?
During the tour, you can expect to see a variety of wildlife including elephants, hippos, crocodiles, blue wildebeest, springbok, zebra, kudu, giraffe, cheetah, leopard, lion, and the famous black-maned Kalahari lions.
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What activities are included in the Okavango Delta visit?
In the Okavango Delta, you will enjoy a mokoro (traditional canoe) excursion, a scenic boat tour, and a guided nature walk on one of the smaller islands, water levels permitting.
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What is the accommodation like during the tour?
The tour includes 15 nights of fully serviced camping where the crew takes care of all camping chores, and 4 nights in 3-star hotels in Cape Town, Swakopmund, and Victoria Falls. Camping includes spacious 2-person domed tents with camp beds, mattresses, sleeping bags, and pillows.
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Are there any optional activities available during the tour?
Yes, there are optional activities available, especially in Victoria Falls where you can book activities like scenic helicopter flights, bungee jumping, white water rafting, and sunset cruises.
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What is the age policy for this tour?
The tour has a flexible age policy with an average age range of 40s to 70s. The minimum age is 10, and families with children should be aware of the long driving days. Tents accommodate a maximum of 2 people, so families of 3 will receive two tents without needing to pay a single supplement.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1998
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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