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Cape & Dunes Discoverer
12 days, Windhoek to Cape Town
From desert scenery to white-sand beaches and the cosmopolitan streets of Cape Town, witness the diversity of southwestern Africa on this 12-day nature adventure. Leave footprints on some of the world's highest sand dunes, peer deep into the heart of Africa’s largest canyon, and experience incredible wildlife safari drives through Etosha National Park. Your knowledgeable CEO will take care of the planning while you recharge in a combination of hotels, camping, and guesthouses for a cultural experience you’ll treasure forever. Have your breath taken away by incredible scenery and marvel at amazing wildlife – this is truly an only-in-Africa experience!
12 days
Windhoek to Cape Town
From$16394HKD
was
$21859
Valid on
Jan 10 2025
Trip Code: DNCD
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Is this tour for me?
Travel Style: Classic
All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.
Service Level: Standard
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
Physical Rating: 2 - Light
Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 18, Avg 14
Age requirement: 12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Ripple Score
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Ripple Score for this trip: 100
Itinerary
Day 1Windhoek
Arrive at any time.
Day 2Windhoek/Etosha National Park
Visit the G Adventures supported Penduka Village Restaurant & Shop, just outside of Windhoek, to pick up a tasty packed lunch, then continue up to Etosha National Park. Enjoy an afternoon wildlife safari drive in our touring vehicle, then opt to explore more on an open vehicle night drive.
Meals included:
Breakfast | LunchDay 3Etosha National Park
Enjoy another wildlife safari drive in our touring vehicle and keep your eyes peeled for some of the famous wildlife.
Day 4Etosha National Park/Swakopmund
Sit back and watch the stunning desert landscape go by enroute to western Namibia.
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BreakfastDay 5Swakopmund
Spend a day exploring all the area has to offer. Optional activities include sandboarding, skydiving, and a township tour.
Exclusive Inclusions:
Your Discover MomentMeals included:
BreakfastDay 6Swakopmund/Namib Desert
Travel into the beautiful Namib Desert, stopping at Walvis Bay on the way.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 7Namib Desert
Visit Sossusvlei Dunes and Sesriem Canyon, and climb the towering Dune 45. Opt to visit Deadvlei.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 8Namib Desert/Keetmanshoop
Continue south through the Namib Desert to Keetmanshoop, enjoying dramatic Namibian landscapes along the way. In the afternoon enjoy a visit to the rare Quiver Tree Forest.
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BreakfastDay 9Keetmanshoop/Orange River
Early start and visit the geological formation: Giant's Playground. Drive South and later in the day visit the breathtaking Fish River Canyon. Then, continue on to the banks of the Orange River with time to swim or just relax. Enjoy the beautiful scenery in this part of the country.
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BreakfastDay 10Orange River/Lambert's Bay
Cross the border into South Africa and continue down the coast to Lambert's Bay, stopping along the way for an included wine tasting. Then, opt to visit Bird Island or stroll through this charming town.
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BreakfastDay 11Lambert's Bay/Cape Town
Continue on the last stretch of the trip to lovely Cape Town. Stop at the G Adventures supported !Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre along the way, then get ready to explore the vibrant streets of this scenic coastal city.
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BreakfastDay 12Cape Town
Depart at any time.
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BreakfastReverse Itinerary
This trip also runs in reverse from Cape Town to Windhoek. See Cape and Namibia Adventure
What's Included
- Your G for Good Moment: Penduka Village Restaurant & Shop, Windhoek
- Your G for Good Moment: !Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre, Yzerfontein
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Discover Moment: Swakopmund
- Etosha National Park entrance with wildlife safari drives in the touring vehicle
- Sossusvlei Dunes and Sesriem Canyon entrance
- Fish River Canyon entrance
- Wine tasting in Lambert's Bay
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Hotels (5 nts), guesthouse (1 nt), lodges (1 nt), participation camping (4 nts).
Meals
10 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
Allow USD245-320 for meals not included.
Transportation
Air-conditioned touring vehicles, walking.
Staff & experts
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) and driver throughout, local guides.
Available extras (Add these to your tour when you book)
South African Wine Tour and Tasting - From $649.00
Take a day trip into the wine lands of South Africa with an expert guide. Visit iconic estates and lesser-visited farms only known to locals in the Stellenbosch area. Indulge in tastings and pairings with cheeses, chocolate, and local delicacies such as Biltong (salted meat). Walk through vineyards and cellars for an all encompassing look at wine production, and learn about the history of this region. Gesondheid! PLEASE NOTE that if this activity is listed on the first or last day of the itinerary you will need to book a pre-night or post-night with a sales representative as the wine tour begins at 8 am.
Swakopmund Skydiving - From $1759.00
Buckle up your harness, practice your exit, then take a plane up and over the dunes of the Namib Desert. Take a deep breath, leap out and freefall with an instructor before he opens the parachute. Admire the view over the dunes as you descend and land safely back on the ground. Wow!
Departures
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Book this tour as a private departure, with your own CEO and all the benefits of a G Adventures group tour.