24 Day Cape Town, Victoria Falls, Johannesburg Safari
Overland Camping Safari
2011 / 12 Rate : € 1 895 pp valid till 31/12/2012
Departs every Saturday from Cape Town
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Cape Town to JohannesburgPlease note that this tour operator have an age limit of 18 - 55 and therefore
those over 55 must sign a age consent/release!HIGHLIGHTS: Table Mountain, Orange River Canoe Trip, Dune Climbing, Victoria Falls, Chobe National Park, Namib Desert, Etosha National Park, Matobo National Park, Okavango Delta, Desert Night Drive, 4x4 Trip to Sossusvlei
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES Game Flight
Quad Biking
Bungi Jumping
White Water Rafting
Sky Diving
From the dynamic city of Cape Town, to the scorched deserts of Namibia and the wildlife sanctuaries of Botswana and Zimbabwe, this tour endeavours to show the highlights of the region. On a journey of contrasts, we will canoe the Orange River, climb giant sand dunes, game drive in some of Africa's best known parks, and view the mighty Victoria Falls. We cover a great deal of distance on some remote and rough roads, and clients must be prepared for this but the natural wonders that we encounter more than compensate for any discomfort - for those who truly seek adventure.
DETAILED ITINERARY:
DAY 1 - 2: CAPE TOWN
We all meet at the DRIFTERS CAPE TOWN INN at 13h00 to spend the afternoon exploring and visiting the sights. We have one-and-a-half days here, in which time we will hike Table Mountain, visit Cape Point, the Waterfront, Hout Bay, the Stellenbosch winelands and numerous other sights. Our exact program will be dependent on the weather. Overnight at DRIFTERS INN on the beachfront for the two nights. (Lunches and both evening meals are for your own expense.) BDAY 3: WEST COAST
We leave the Mother City behind us, and after a visit to Blouberg Strand for a last view of Table Mountain from across the bay, wen travel north through the “Swartland” and then along the West Coast to Garies. In the early spring this usually barren area comes to life with the blooming of numerous desert adapted flower species. We camp the night in the remote region of Springbok. B DDAY 4 - 5: ORANGE RIVER CANOE TRIP
Today we cross the border into Namibia, then travel the short distance
to our base camp on the banks of the Orange River from where we begin our canoe adventure. Once we have packed all of our gear into our two man canoes, we set off into the wilderness. The Orange River creates an awesome spectacle, a green ribbon winding its way through the desert and towering mountains of the Richtersvelt National Park. We will spend one night camping on the banks, under the desert skies, and will then return to our base camp and vehicle to camp the next night in relative comfort. B L DDAY 6: FISH RIVER CANYON
Today we head directly to the Fish River Canyon, the second largest of its kind in the world. After visiting the viewpoints and exploring the lip of the Canyon, we set up camp at Hobas. B L DDAY 7 – 8: NAMIB DESERT
Leaving the Canyon behind us, we continue north into the true Namib Desert, with its continually shifting barchan dunes and barren landscapes. The next two nights are spent at the DRIFTERS DESERT CAMP situated on our private game reserve. This camp is spectacularly situated against a rock outcrop between the stark mountains and the red dune-lands. During our stay here we will conduct guided walks and drives including a night drive within the reserve. B L DDAY 9: SOSSUSVLEI - SWAKOPMUND
After an early start, we travel directly to the dune fields of Sossusvlei, the last part of our journey to the dunes will be through the thick sand and for this we use an open 4 x 4 vehicle. After climbing the dunes for the spectacular view from the summit, we transfer by 4 x 4 back to our vehicle, and continue on to the seaside town of Swakopmund where we will spend two nights at the DRIFTERS SWAKOPMUND INN. Tonight we enjoy a restaurant meal (own expense) B LDAY 10: SWAKOPMUND
The DRIFTERS INN provides the ideal location for exploring the town of Swakopmund with its beaches, markets, curio shops and huge variety of adventure options that include quad biking, sky diving, horse riding, dune boarding, and many more. The nightlife of Swakopmund is also worth experiencing. B L DDAY 11: SPITSKOPPE
Today we head north up the Skeleton Coast to the seal colony of Cape Cross before venturing back inland to the impressive Spitskop where we camp wild amongst the boulders at the base of this massive rock outcrop. B L DDAY 12: PALMWAG
Continuing through the desert, we move on to visit the Bushman rock engravings at Twyfelfontein, whereafter we cross the mountains into the wilderness to camp in the Palmwag region. We hope to see the rare desert elephants on this day. B L DDAY 13 - 14: ETOSHA
For an incredible wildlife experience, today we enter the Etosha National Park, and after setting up camp at Okaukuejo, enjoy an extensive afternoon game drive. We return to camp to spend the evening game viewing at the floodlit waterhole. Continuing through the reserve, we game drive to Fort Namutoni to camp the night. One night we dine at a camp restaurant (own expense). B L DDAY 15: CAPRIVI
Leaving the harsh desert landscapes behind us, we travel north to the lush Caprivi area. Tonight we will camp on the banks of the mighty Okavango River at Ngepi. B L DDAY 16: MAUN
Crossing into Botswana today, we travel through the Kalahari to the frontier town of Maun. Relax for the afternoon at the swimming pool. Tonight we stay at the DRIFTERS MAUN CAMP. B L DDAY 17: OKAVANGO DELTA
Today we head into the heart of the Okavango, either by light aircraft or by sandy track, depending on conditions. Once in the Delta we continue by Mekoro - the traditional dugout canoe to our remote camp. This is truly nature’s wonderland and a huge variety of wildlife will be seen at close range. Tonight we camp wild on a remote island – fall asleep to the sounds of the wild. Clients will have the option of a Game Flight during these days. B L DDAY 18: NATA
After a morning mekoro trip and short transfer, we leave this unspoiled wilderness and return to the DRIFTERS MAUN CAMP to freshen up before continuing through the Makgadikgadi salt pans to the oasis like the camp of Nata. B L DDAY 19: KASANE – VICTORIA FALLS
Traveling north through the Chobe forest reserves, we head for the border town of Kasane from where we will venture into the renowned Chobe National Park in search of the large concentrations of animals that this area is known for. Late this afternoon we then cross the border and drive the short distance to the DRIFTERS VICTORIA FALLS INN where we spend the following nights in comfort. B L DDAY 20 - 21: VICTORIA FALLS
This morning we awake to the “Adventure Capital of Africa” - Victoria Falls. We spend three nights here at the DRIFTERS VICTORIA FALLS INN, giving us ample time to explore the falls and to participate in the multitude of activities on offer, white water rafting, bunji jumping, aircraft flips etc. (An evening’s meal and both lunches will be for your own expense.) B DDAY 22: BULAWAYO - MATOBO
Leaving the crowds of Victoria Falls, we travel south, to the wide streets of Bulawayo, Zimbabwe’s second largest city and then on to the Matobo where we camp the night in our bush camp situated amongst the precariously balancing boulders that this area is known for. B L DDAY 23: MACHETE
This morning we enjoy a tour into the National Park to view the sights and game. We then continue south, crossing the border into South Africa and to our bushcamp situated on a private game reserve within the Limpopo valley. B L DDAY 24: JOHANNESBURG
This morning we conduct a short walk to view the magnificent bushman paintings surrounding our camp before making the journey to Johannesburg. We arrive at the DRIFTERS JOHANNESBURG INN in the late afternoon. BOPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Game Flight, Quad Biking, Bunji Jumping, White Water Rafting, Sky Diving.Best times: June to September. The weather is mild, game abundant, and there is virtually no rain.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Should it be necessary to avoid Zimbabwe for whatever reason, we will simply deviate to Botswana for this portion of the tour. This tour covers a vast distance and is not for the faint-hearted. A valid passport is required. Seasonal malaria precautions are advised and are locally obtainable. All countries on this tour accept the Rand. During winter the temperature can drop very low at night clients should be prepared for this.
Our price includes transport, food, coffee, tea, fruit juice at breakfast, a professional guide, group equipment, accommodation, permits and park entry fees. (No food kitty).
The price does not include flights, restaurant meals, tips, curios, visas, optional excursions and alcohol and soft drinks.
24-day overland camping safari
Cape Town - Johannesburg
2011 / 12 Price List
20/08/2011 - 12/09/2011 € 1895.00
27/08/2011 - 19/09/2011 € 1895.00
03/09/2011 - 26/09/2011 € 1895.00
10/09/2011 - 03/10/2011 € 1895.00
17/09/2011 - 10/10/2011 € 1895.00
24/09/2011 - 17/10/2011 € 1895.00
01/10/2011 - 24/10/2011 € 1895.00
08/10/2011 - 31/10/2011 € 1895.00
15/10/2011 - 07/11/2011 € 1895.00
22/10/2011 - 14/11/2011 € 1895.00
29/10/2011 - 21/11/2011 € 1895.00
05/11/2011 - 28/11/2011 € 1895.00
12/11/2011 - 05/12/2011 € 1895.00
19/11/2011 - 12/12/2011 € 1895.00
26/11/2011 - 19/12/2011 € 1895.00
03/12/2011 - 26/12/2011 € 1895.00
10/12/2011 - 02/01/2012 € 1895.00
17/12/2011 - 09/01/2012 € 1895.00
24/12/2011 - 16/01/2012 € 1895.00
31/12/2011 - 23/01/2012 € 1895.00
07/01/2012 - 30/01/2012 € 1895.00
14/01/2012 - 06/02/2012 € 1895.00
21/01/2012 - 13/02/2012 € 1895.00
28/01/2012 - 20/02/2012 € 1895.00
04/02/2012 - 27/02/2012 € 1895.00
11/02/2012 - 05/03/2012 € 1895.00
18/02/2012 - 12/03/2012 € 1895.00
25/02/2012 - 19/03/2012 € 1895.00
03/03/2012 - 26/03/2012 € 1895.00
10/03/2012 - 02/04/2012 € 1895.00
17/03/2012 - 09/04/2012 € 1895.00
24/03/2012 - 16/04/2012 € 1895.00
31/03/2012 - 23/04/2012 € 1895.00
07/04/2012 - 30/04/2012 € 1895.00
14/04/2012 - 07/05/2012 € 1895.00
21/04/2012 - 14/05/2012 € 1895.00
28/04/2012 - 21/05/2012 € 1895.00
05/05/2012 - 28/05/2012 € 1895.00
12/05/2012 - 04/06/2012 € 1895.00
19/05/2012 - 11/06/2012 € 1895.00
26/05/2012 - 18/06/2012 € 1895.00
02/06/2012 - 25/06/2012 € 1895.00
09/06/2012 - 02/07/2012 € 1895.00
16/06/2012 - 09/07/2012 € 1895.00
23/06/2012 - 16/07/2012 € 1895.00
30/06/2012 - 23/07/2012 € 1895.00
07/07/2012 - 30/07/2012 € 1895.00
14/07/2012 - 06/08/2012 € 1895.00
21/07/2012 - 13/08/2012 € 1895.00
28/07/2012 - 20/08/2012 € 1895.00
04/08/2012 - 27/08/2012 € 1895.00
11/08/2012 - 03/09/2012 € 1895.00
18/08/2012 - 10/09/2012 € 1895.00
25/08/2012 - 17/09/2012 € 1895.00
01/09/2012 - 24/09/2012 € 1895.00
08/09/2012 - 01/10/2012 € 1895.00
15/09/2012 - 08/10/2012 € 1895.00
22/09/2012 - 15/10/2012 € 1895.00
29/09/2012 - 22/10/2012 € 1895.00
06/10/2012 - 29/10/2012 € 1895.00
13/10/2012 - 05/11/2012 € 1895.00
20/10/2012 - 12/11/2012 € 1895.00
27/10/2012 - 19/11/2012 € 1895.00
03/11/2012 - 26/11/2012 € 1895.00
10/11/2012 - 03/12/2012 € 1895.00
17/11/2012 - 10/12/2012 € 1895.00
24/11/2012 - 17/12/2012 € 1895.00
01/12/2012 - 24/12/2012 € 1895.00
08/12/2012 - 31/12/2012 € 1895.00
15/12/2012 - 07/01/2013 € 1895.00
22/12/2012 - 14/01/2013 € 1895.00
29/12/2012 - 21/01/2013 € 1895.00
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