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GREAT TREK ADVENTURE NORTHBOUND

GREAT TREK ADVENTURE NORTHBOUND

$3875 per person

This tour offers an abundance of scenic, wildlife and cultural attractions. Explore the sights of Cape Town; view the mighty Augrabies Falls and Fish River Canyon; search for wild animals of the Kgalagaladi and Etosha National Parks; walk the highest sand dunes of the world in the Namib Desert; walk, boat and mokoro in the untamed beauty of the Okavango Delta; witness a sunset with many animals along the Chobe River ending with the unforgettable sight of Victoria Falls – experience this exciting route on a comfortable fully serviced camping safari!

***This tour, which includes camp bed, mattress, sleeping bag and small pillow, is a fully serviced camping safari complete with a team of three staff members to take care of all camp duties such as cooking, cleaning and tent assembly.***

VEHICLE USED:
16 seater overland vehicle .

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Cape Town, Table Mountain (own expense) & the Cape of Good Hope.
  • Scenic beauty of the Namaqualand region.
  • Augrabies Falls National Park
  • Game Drives in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park.
  • Fish River Canyon.
  • Walking in the giant dunes of Sossusvlei and the Namib Desert
  • Optional activities in Swakopmund.
  • Game drives in Etosha National Park.
  • Game walks, mokoros ride in the Okavango Delta
  • Sunset game viewing cruise on the Chobe River.
  • 1 Night accommodated in Victoria Falls


+ $185 / single supplement

+ ZAR3000pp / Local fee-Activity payment paid locally in cash

21 DAYS/20 NIGHTS
Africa
Africa
Camping Tours
  • Destination
    Africa
  • Departure
    CAPE TOWN/ VICTORIA FALLS
  • Departure Time
    1800
  • Return Time
    After breakfast 0800 +/-
  • Dress Code
    Neat Casual
  • Included
    Accommodation
    All Transport
    Entry Fees
    Group Equipment
    Inclusions as per Itinerary
    Most meals
    Professional Guide
  • Not Included
    Airfare/taxes
    Alcohol & soft drinks
    Arrival Transfer
    Bottled water
    Departure Transfer
    Items of a personal nature ie Laundry/telephone
    Optional excursions
    Permits
    Taxes
    Tips
    Travel Insurance
    Visas

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DAY 1/ 2: CAPE TOWN
The tour starts on day 1 with a pre departure meeting at 18h00 in the lobby of the hotel. Set against the majestic Table Mountain, Cape Town offers scenic, historic and cultural attractions. Day 2 depart from City Lodge at 08h00, for a full day peninsula tour. Driving along the Atlantic seaboard via Hout Bay and Chapman’s Peak, we visit the Table Mountain National Park – Cape Point, returning along the Indian Ocean coastline back to our well-situated Waterfront hotel. A morning or afternoon cable car ascent up Table Mountain is optional for clients’ own expense. Dinner can be enjoyed at the bustling Waterfront at clients’ own expense. Breakwater Lodge (or similar accommodation). (Accommodated - Lunches & dinners own expense)
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DAY 3: NAMAQUALAND
Departing Cape Town we pass through the picturesque Namaqualand region. We overnight at the foot of the Van Ryns Pass. During the months of August – October the landscape is transformed into an explosion of colour due to the numerous wild flowers of the region. (Serviced Camping - B, L, D)
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DAY 4: AUGRABIES FALLS NATIONAL PARK
Leaving the Little Karoo we head north to the Augrabies Falls National Park. We pass through a lush oasis area with an abundance of wine farms. Here the mighty Orange River plummets 56m into the gorge below. The local name for these majestic falls is ‘Aukoerebis’ or ‘place of great noise’. We spend the afternoon enjoying the falls from its many viewpoints. (Serviced Camping - B, L, D
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DAY 5/ 6: KGALAGADI TRANSFRONTIER PARK
We head north into the Kalahari and the magnificent Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park. Covering over 3.6 million hectares this is one of the largest reserves in Africa. Due to sparse vegetation in the area excellent predator sightings are common including that of the famous black mane Lion. We enjoy morning & afternoon game drives in the Park. (Serviced Camping - B, L, D)
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DAY 7: FISH RIVER CANYON
Leaving the Kalahari region we head west and enter Namibia. After setting up camp enjoy a walk along the rim of the canyon and watch the changing colours of sunset over the canyon. (Serviced Camping - B, L, D)
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DAY 8/ 9: SESRIEM/ SOSSUSVLEI
Our journey takes us north through ever changing scenery to our camp located on the edge of the Namib Desert. 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 undertake a 5km walk to Sossusvlei and Deadvlei. In the afternoon we enjoy a short hike through the Sesriem Canyon. (Serviced Camping - B, L, D)
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DAY 10: SWAKOPMUND
Heading north we reach the coast at Walvis Bay and enjoy lunch while viewing the many flamingos feeding. We arrive in Swakopmund and spend the afternoon and following morning exploring this German colonial town or booking one of the numerous optional excursions (own expense). Activities available include dolphin cruises, scenic flights over the vast Namib and many more. Accommodation BON Hotel Swakopmund. (Accommodated - B, L – dinner own account)
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DAY 11: SPITZKOPPE
Leaving Swakopmund after lunch 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. (Serviced Camping – B & D. Lunch own account)
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DAY 12/ 13: ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK
We enter Etosha and travel through the park to Okakeujo Restcamp. 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. Floodlit waterholes at Okakeujo & Namutoni Restcamps attract an abundance of animals throughout the evening, providing us with many amazing wildlife sightings. We enjoy early morning and late afternoon game drives. Overnight Okakeujo & Namutoni Restcamps inside Etosha. (Serviced Camping - B, L, D)
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DAY 14: KAVANGO RIVER - RUNDU
After a morning game drive we exit Etosha and travel to Rundu on the banks of the Kavango River. Our camp is set amongst the lush vegetation overlooking the Kavango River. (Serviced Camping - B, L, D)
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DAY 15/ 16: OKAVANGO DELTA
Continuing into the Caprivi we cross into Botswana and travel by road and boat to our campsite on the edge of the Okavango Delta. The following day we do mokoro & boat excursions in the back channels of the Nxamasire area of the delta. Game walks are also done on the smaller islands in the area subject to the water levels of the delta. (Serviced Camping - B, L, D)
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DAY 17: KWANDO RIVER
Departing the Delta by boat we return to our vehicle and we cross back into Namibia. Driving through the Caprivi we set up camp on the banks of the Kwando River. (Serviced Camping - B, L, D)
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DAY 18/ 19: CHOBE RIVER
Continuing through the Caprivi we cross into Botswana and travel through the Chobe National Park setting up camp 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 relax on a game viewing cruise on the Chobe River. A morning game drive in Chobe National Park is optional (own expense). (Serviced Camping - B, L, D)
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DAY 20: VICTORIA FALLS
After breakfast we travel across the Zimbabwean border to Victoria Falls, without doubt one of the greatest and most spectacular sights in Africa. The afternoon and following morning is spent at leisure to browse the local markets, to experience the many optional activities on offer in the adrenalin capital of Africa including white water rafting, bungi jumping, microlighting/ airplane or helicopter flights over the Falls and to visit the Falls (own expense). Overnight Sprayview Hotel (or similar. (Accommodated – B. Lunches and dinners own account)
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DAY 21: VICTORIA FALLS
Tour ends after breakfast. (B) This itinerary will depend on local conditions. NOTE: This tour also operates in reverse.
16 nights fully serviced camping, 2 nights hotel accommodation in Cape Town & 1 night hotel accommodation in Swakopmund & Victoria Falls Meals: All meals when camping. Breakfast only in Cape Town, Swakopmund & Victoria falls. Group Size: 4-16 participants. Camp Bed, mattress, Sleeping Bag & pillow included Pre / Post Accommodation & Transfers: May be pre-booked for Cape Town & Victoria Falls Important: This safari is recommended for healthy, active participants looking for an adventurous holiday.

Upcoming Travel Dates

EXCLUDES LOCAL PARK FEE & ACTIVITY PAYMENT: ZAR3000PP PAYABLE TO GUIDE IN CASH ON DAY OF ARRIVAL
  • Sat 04 Jul – Fri 24 Jul 2020 - GUARANTEED
  • Sat 05 Sep – Fri 25 Sep 2020 - GUARANTEED
  • Sat 17 Oct – Fri 06 Nov 2020 - GUARANTEED
  • Sat 13 Dec – Fri 03 Jan 2021
  • Sat 16 Jan – Fri 05 Feb 2021
  • Sat 13 Mar – Fri 02 Apr 2021
  • Sat 08 May – Fri 28 May 2021
  • Sat 03 Jul – Fri 23 Jul 2021
  • Sat 04 Sep – Fri 24 Sep 2021
  • Sat 16 Oct – Fri 05 Nov 2021
  • Sat 18 Dec – Fri 07 Jan 2022
NOTE: This tour also operates in reverse. * Low Season Rates 01 Apr to 30 Jun 20/21 & 01 to 30 Nov 20/21 $3875.00 per person twin share basis Single Supplement $185.00 * High Season Rates 01 Jul to 31 Oct 20/21 $4000.00 per person twin share basis Single Supplement $185.00