20
Days - Cape to Vic Falls NACV
Accommodated
Cape Town to Victoria Falls
2008
R
14,150 Local Payment US$495
Single Supp.
R 3,020
NACV – 20-Day – Accommodated Cape to Vic Falls
This tour takes our very popular
camping tour and adds some extra magic. Not only do we visit most of the same
highlights in Namibia, Botswana and Zimbabwe but this tour adds the ancient
Bushmen community and the capital of Namibia – Windhoek
Day 1 South Africa – Cederberg Mountain Region
Two per room L,D
We depart Cape Town heading north for the spectacular Cederberg mountain region.
On this first afternoon we spend some time learning about tour-life, the vehicle
and equipment.
Day 2 Namibia - Namaqualand Gariep River
Two per room B,L,D
We travel north through Namaqualand and head for the Gariep River. The night
is spent sitting around the campfire getting to know one another.
Day 3 Gariep River - Ai-Ais
Two per room B,L,D
In the morning we have the opportunity to experience the Gariep River by canoe.
Choose between a relaxing morning on the riverbank or the half-day canoe adventure.
After lunch we travel north to the Ai-Ais Hot Springs. Optional Activities:
Half-Day Canoe Adventure.
Day 4 Fish River Canyon - Kokerboom Forest
Two per room B,L,D
After an early breakfast our journey takes us to the mighty Fish River Canyon.
After visiting the canyon we travel further inland to the Kalahari area of Namibia.
On the way we will visit the Kokerboom Forest.
Day 5 Bushman Community - Namib Naukluft Park
Two per permanent tent B,L,D
This morning those who wish to spend some time with the !Kung tribe will have
the chance to do so. This activity is a local community project and all fees
are payable directly to the community. Later we drive west towards the massive
dunes of Sossusvlei.
Optional Activities: African Tribal
interaction.
Day 6 Namib Naukluft National Park
Two per permanent tent B,L,D
Taking advantage of the cooler temperatures we depart at dawn and drive into
the Namib-Naukluft National Park where we will hike up Dune 45 to gain a different
perspective of the desert. After this you have the option a guided hike with
fellow group members into Sossusvlei.
Optional Activities: Guided walk
with Local Expert .
Day 7/8 Swakopmund
Two per room B,L,D (D day 8 only)
A dramatic drive through the arid Namib-Naukluft, crossing the Tropic of Capricorn
sees us arrive at Walvis Bay. We stop to view the flamingo’s before we head
towards the seaside resort town of Swakopmund. Here we will be briefed on the
many optional activities available for the following day.
Day 8 is left free for each individual to pursue their own interests including
many adventure activities.
Optional Activities: Quadbiking,
Sandboarding, Sky Diving, Scenic Flights, Fishing etc.
Day 9 Himba Tribe
Two per room B,L,D
Heading inland again we drive north towards Kamanjab where we will meet with
some of the local people of the area. The Himba are easily recognizable by their
unique style of dress. Encountering a totally different way of life is a moving
experience for many people.
Day 10/11 Etosha National Park
Two per room B,L,D
An early rise sees us on our way to Etosha National Park and some of most unique
game viewing experiences in Africa. We spend our days visiting the abundant
water holes for some excellent game photography. After our evening meal we relax
at some of the finest floodlit waterholes in the world. Occasionally it is not
possible to stay inside the park at night, in which case we overnight at a local
guest farm.
Day 12 Windhoek
Two per room B,L
After an early morning game drive we set off for Windhoek, the capital of Namibia.
On the way we will stop at a local craft market for some shopping.
Optional Activities: Dinner at
Joe’s Beer House, Township Excursion.
Day 13 Bushmen Tribe
Two per room B,L
Leaving Windhoek behind us we head towards the Botswana border. Here we have
the opportunity to interact with the local Bushmen community as well as other
activities.
Optional Activities: Bushman Walk.
Day 14/15/16 Botswana - Okavango Delta
Two per room B,L,D
We cross the border into Botswana and, after arriving in Maun, we board small
planes that transport us over the Delta to our destination. The flight is both
practical and scenic. During our three days in the Delta we will go on a nature
walk and a mokoro ride with the local people.
Day 17 Namibia – Caprivi National Park
Two per room B,L,D
We travel through the Caprivi National Park en route to our destination next
to the Zambezi River. We spend the night relaxing next to this mighty river.
Day 18 Botswana – Kasane - Chobe National Park
Two per permanent tent B,L,D
This afternoon is spent on boat cruise on the Chobe River watching the game
come down to the riverbank to drink. Viewing game from a boat is one of the
most successful ways to see the animals in their own environment.
Optional Activities: Chobe Game
Drive.
Day 19 Zimbabwe - Victoria Falls
Two per room B,L,D
Arriving early at our final destination, we head off to visit the spectacular
Victoria Falls and experience the thundering sound of the mighty Zambezi. The
popular optional sunset cruise includes dinner and drinks.
Optional Activities: Zambezi Sunset
Cruise.
Day 20 Victoria Falls
Tour ends Own arrangement B
Most people will spend the day white water rafting, a not-to-be-missed experience
of a lifetime! Vic Falls offers many exciting alternatives.
Optional Activities: White Water Rafting, Bungee Jump, Elephant Excursion.
2008 Departure Dates
Some of the dates on this tour a German translator is provided email to inquire which dates.
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Departs
Cape Town |
Arrives
Victoria Falls |
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19-Mar-2008
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07-Apr-2008
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26-Mar-2008
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14-Apr-2008
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02-Apr-2008
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21-Apr-2008
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09-Apr-2008
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28-Apr-2008
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16-Apr-2008
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05-May-2008
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23-Apr-2008
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12-May-2008
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30-Apr-2008
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19-May-2008
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07-May-2008
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26-May-2008
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14-May-2008
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02-Jun-2008
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21-May-2008
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09-Jun-2008
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28-May-2008
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16-Jun-2008
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04-Jun-2008
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23-Jun-2008
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11-Jun-2008
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30-Jun-2008
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18-Jun-2008
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07-Jul-2008
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02-Jul-2008
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21-Jul-2008
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16-Jul-2008
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04-Aug-2008
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23-Jul-2008
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11-Aug-2008
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30-Jul-2008
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18-Aug-2008
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06-Aug-2008
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25-Aug-2008
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13-Aug-2008
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01-Sep-2008
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20-Aug-2008
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08-Sep-2008
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27-Aug-2008
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15-Sep-2008
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03-Sep-2008
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22-Sep-2008
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10-Sep-2008
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29-Sep-2008
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17-Sep-2008
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06-Oct-2008
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24-Sep-2008
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13-Oct-2008
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01-Oct-2008
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20-Oct-2008
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08-Oct-2008
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27-Oct-2008
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15-Oct-2008
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03-Nov-2008
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22-Oct-2008
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10-Nov-2008
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29-Oct-2008
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17-Nov-2008
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05-Nov-2008
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24-Nov-2008
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12-Nov-2008
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01-Dec-2008
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19-Nov-2008
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08-Dec-2008
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26-Nov-2008
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15-Dec-2008
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03-Dec-2008
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22-Dec-2008
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10-Dec-2008
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29-Dec-2008
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17-Dec-2008
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05-Jan-2009
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24-Dec-2008
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12-Jan-2009
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31-Dec-2008
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19-Jan-2009
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