Vic Falls To Cape Town

21 days - from $1196

This tour showcases the incredible diversity of the region at a relaxed pace. You'll begin your tour at impressive Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe side) where you can enjoy a great range of optional activities, before heading off to explore the game-rich areas of Chobe National Park and the Chobe River by open 4 wheel drive vehicle and by boat.

The marvellous wetlands of the Okavango Delta in Botswana are truly spectacular and by exploring the permanent water, northern panhandle section of the delta, you'll get to absorb the beauty of the region. Three days are set aside to explore the wonderful Etosha Pan and Etosha National Park - truly the wildlife haven of the arid Namibian countryside. The breathtaking sand dunes of Sossusvlei are the essence of Namibia, with their shifting ridgelines providing incredible photographic opportunites. Our final stop in Namibia, the size and majesty of Fish River Canyon never fails to impress.

You'll then cross into South Africa at the Garieb (Orange) River and make your way through the winelands of the Western Cape and on to Cape Town, one of the world’s most spectacular cities and an appropriate place to end your remarkable journey of discovery.

Highlights

• Canoe the Okavango Delta
• The Chobe riverside, Chobe National Park, Botswana
• Dawn in Etosha National Park
• Sandboard the world’s biggest dunes, Namibia
• See (and smell) the seals at Cape Cross
• Sesriem Canyon
• Spend time with the San Bushmen, Namibia
• Sunrise at Sossusvlei Dunes
• Take the ultimate Namibia photo at Dead Vlei
• Explore Cape Town’s historic heart
• Swot up on Mandela
• Overload the senses in Victoria Falls

Itinerary:

Day 1-2: Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)3-4: Chobe National Park5-8: Sepupa - Okavango Delta9-11: Bushmanland - Etosha National Park12: Spitzkoppe13-14: Cape Cross - Swakopmund15-16: Namib-Naukluft National Park - Sossusvlei17: Fish River Canyon18: Gariep (Orange) River19-21: Winelands - Cape Town

What's It Like?

Gecko's adventures offer authentic experiences and a genuine alternative to backpacking. Our trips are designed for younger travelers on a budget but do include the entrance fees to the ‘must see’ sights while not wasting your money on unnecessary frills. Itineraries utilize public transport and basic twin share accommodations in small locally owned hotels, the occasional multi-share, or simply floor space in a jungle or village hut. Many trips involve some physical activity, the occasional long traveling day and you will need to carry your own bags. On camping trips, meals are freshly prepared by our camp cook, but expect to put up and take down your tent, and assist with camp chores. On all trips we only use local tour leaders who are passionate about their homeland. This is travel, grassroots style - basic but rewarding.

Included: An experienced safari guide and camp cook whilst on safari; all park fees; local specialist guides in Chobe National Park, the Okavango Delta and Sossusvlei; all camping equipment; 16 nights camping, 2 nights bungalow, 1 night lodge, 1 night houseboat; transport in custom-built safari vehicle during safari, 4WD vehicles, mokoros, by boat and on foot.
Not Included: International flights, local payment, arrival and departure transfers, airport/departure taxes, visas, pre-tour or post-tour accommodation, all other meals, drinks, sleeping bag, pillow, all optional additional tours or activities during free time, transfers outside of the tour program, travel insurance, tips and items of a personal nature, laundry and flights (unless specified).
Meals: 20 breakfasts, 16 lunches, 15 dinners
EquipmentIncluded: 02 Sep 10
Valid From: 11 Jan 09
Valid Until: 31 Dec 69
Starts/Ends: Victoria Falls to Cape Town
Trip Reference: GAVC