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NCVJ – 26-Day – Cape to Kruger                                                       

The ultimate way to travel from Cape to Johannesburg  - via most of Southern Africa’s natural wonders.  From lively Cape Town to the Fish River Canyon and the Namib Desert, this tour then continues via Etosha NP, the incredible Okavango Delta, game-filled Chobe NP and the world famous Victoria Falls.  Ending with the legendary Kruger NP you will leave Africa with many wonderful memories.

Day 1 South Africa – Cederberg Mountain Region

Camp L,D

We depart Cape Town heading north for the Cederberg Mountain region.  Cederberg is well known as one of the main Rooibos Tea growing areas in South Africa and is also home to beautiful wildflowers in October.   On this first afternoon we spend some time learning about tour-life, the vehicle and equipment.

Day 2 Namaqualand – Gariep River

Camp B,L,D

We travel north through Namaqualand and head for the Gariep River.  The Western Cape is soon left behind and we spend most of the afternoon traveling through the Northern Cape Province of South Africa.  The night is spent on the banks of the Gariep River around the campfire, getting to know one another.   The Gariep River forms the border of South Africa and Namibia and is used widely for agricultural irrigation in this arid area.

Day 3 Namibia - Gariep River Fish River Canyon

Camp B,L,D

Choose between a relaxing morning on the riverbank or the half-day canoe adventure. After lunch we travel north to the Fish River Canyon, the second largest in the world.   The Fish River is the longest river in Namibia at 650 km in length, the Fish River Canyon is situated along the lower reaches of this seasonal river.  The Fish River Canyon is 161 km in length and runs from Seeheim to Ai-Ais.

Optional Activities: Orange River Half Day Canoe Adventure.

Day 4 Namib-Naukluft National Park

Camp B,L,D
From the canyon we continue on into the remote Namibian hinterland. We arrive at camp in the afternoon and have time to go for a walk in to the smaller Sesriem Canyon. This is an excellent night to sleep out under the stars, beside the fire.

Day 5 Sossusvlei Dunes Namib-Naukluft National Park

Camp 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 to take a guided hike with fellow group members into Sossusvlei.

Optional Activities: Guided walk with Local Expert.

Day 6/7 Swakopmund

Hostel B,L,D (Dinner on day 7 only)

A dramatic drive through the arid Namib-Naukluft, crossing the Tropic of Capricorn sees us arrive at Walvis Bay. We make a stop to view the flamingo’s before we head towards the seaside resort town of Swakopmund.
Day 7 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 8 Spitzkoppe

Camp B,L,D

We leave all the trappings of modern life behind us and drive inland to the mysterious Spitzkoppe, a sacred site of the San people. We have the chance to climb the boulders and rock formations and will camp in the wild for the night.

Optional Activities: Guided hike with locals to view San rock art.

Day 9 Himba Tribes

Camp B,L,D

After some early morning exploration we head inland again and drive north towards Kamanjab. Tomorrow we will meet the Himba. Encountering a totally different way of life is a moving experience for many people.

Day 10/11 Etosha National Park

Camp B,L,D

An early rise sees us on our way to meet the local Himba people. After spending some time with them we head off to Etosha National Park and some of the most unique game viewing experiences in Africa. We spend our days visiting the abundant water holes for some excellent game photography.

Day 12/13 Northern Namibia

Camp B,L,D

After an early morning game drive we set off towards Rundu on the Kavango River. In the evening we can enjoy a sunset cruise. The next day we visit the local Ovambo villages. There are a number of different optional activities to take part in; alternatively a relaxing day by the river is always popular.

Optional Activities: Kavango River Cruise, Traditional Dancing, Horse Riding.

Day 14/15/16 Botswana - Okavango Delta

Camp B,L,D

Another early day! Our journey takes us from Rundu, through the Muhembo border, towards Shakawe. If time allows we will go to Mahango National Park for a game drive, situated right on the border. Those of us who decide to join the Delta Excursion will leave the truck behind and make our way to the base camp. From here we will enter the Delta the following day by using local transport, including mokoros (dugout canoes). Your guides will provide you with a briefing about the next few day’s activities, the environment and the community run tourism operation. If you remain behind then you spend the next few days relaxing at camp.

Optional Activities: Okavango Delta Excursion.

Day 17 Namibia - Caprivi National Park

Camp B,L,D

The Delta is left behind as we pass through the Caprivi National Park in Namibia, camping under the stars on the banks of the Zambezi River.  The Caprivi National Park is home to 450 animal species.  Animals travel freely across the border with Botswana where the Chobe National Park lies.  We spend the night relaxing next to this mighty river. 

18 Botswana - Chobe National Park

Camp B,L,D

We re-cross the border into Botswana and head towards Kasane, where we camp on the banks of the Chobe River. The afternoon can be spent Game viewing on an optional boat cruise, in the renowned Chobe NP. This is an excellent opportunity to view some of Africa’s spectacular wildlife.

Optional Activities: Chobe Game Drive and/or Boat Cruise.

Day 19 Zimbabwe - Victoria Falls

Hostel B,L

Arriving early at our final destination of Victoria Falls, we have time to plan the next day’s adventure activities and those who want to can visit the Falls. The popular optional sunset cruise includes dinner and drinks.

Optional Activities: Zambezi Sunset Cruise, Victoria Falls National Park.

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, Dinner out.

Day 21/22 Victoria Falls to Johannesburg

Camping No Meals

Departure is at 6 am from Savanna Lodge. It is a long and uneventful drive through Botswana to the border at Martinsdrift where we will spend the night. The following day another 6 am departure will ensure that we cover the next 750 km and get to Johannesburg as early as possible. 

Day 23  Panorama Route    

Dormitory, L,D

Leaving behind Johannesburg, the city of gold, we head through the province of Mpumalanga.  Blyde River Canyon and Bourke’s Luck Potholes will be some of today’s highlights on the famous Panorama route.  We overnight in a wildlife concession area adjacent to Kruger Park.  Tonight’s game drive allows us our first opportunity to view the mysterious nocturnal creatures that inhabit the African bushveld.

Day 24  Kruger National Park  

Camp B,L,D

We get up early and head off for a morning game walk before entering Kruger NP.  The next two days are spent exploring the southern part of this vast reserve and we stand a good chance of sighting elephant, lion, rhino, leopard and buffalo - Africa's famed “Big Five”.

Day 25  Kruger National Park 

Camp B,L,D

Our game drives continue and an early start usually rewards us with some great sightings. Keep your eyes open for the diverse bird life and the more elusive animals. Tonight we stay in another delightful rest camp.
Optional Activities: Night Game Drive.

Day 26  Traditional Cultural Village

Own Arrangements B,L

We complete our Kruger Park experience with an early morning game drive before heading back towards Johannesburg through the subtropical Lowveld and some breathtaking vistas of the area. Along the way we will visit a cultural village where you will have the chance to experience some local culture and buy local crafts and curios.

2011 / 12 Departures

Translator Provided (G) German, (SP) Spanish. (Fam) Family departure

NCVJ 2011 1165 Departs: 03-Aug-2011 Returns : 28-Aug-2011
NCVJ 2011 1166 Departs: 07-Aug-2011 Returns : 01-Sep-2011
NCVJ 2011 1167 Departs: 10-Aug-2011 Returns : 04-Sep-2011
NCVJ 2011 1168 Departs: 14-Aug-2011 Returns : 08-Sep-2011
NCVJ 2011 1169 Departs: 17-Aug-2011 Returns : 11-Sep-2011
NCVJ 2011 1170 Departs: 21-Aug-2011 Returns : 15-Sep-2011
NCVJ 2011 1171 Departs: 24-Aug-2011 Returns : 18-Sep-2011
NCVJ 2011 1172 Departs: 28-Aug-2011 Returns : 22-Sep-2011
NCVJ 2011 1173 Departs: 31-Aug-2011 Returns : 25-Sep-2011
NCVJ 2011 1174 Departs: 04-Sep-2011 Returns : 29-Sep-2011
NCVJ 2011 1175 Departs: 07-Sep-2011 Returns : 02-Oct-2011
NCVJ 2011 1176 Departs: 11-Sep-2011 Returns : 06-Oct-2011
NCVJ 2011 1177 Departs: 14-Sep-2011 Returns : 09-Oct-2011
NCVJ 2011 1178 Departs: 18-Sep-2011 Returns : 13-Oct-2011
NCVJ 2011 1179 Departs: 21-Sep-2011 Returns : 16-Oct-2011
NCVJ 2011 1180 Departs: 25-Sep-2011 Returns : 20-Oct-2011
NCVJ 2011 1181 Departs: 28-Sep-2011 Returns : 23-Oct-2011
NCVJ 2011 1182 Departs: 02-Oct-2011 Returns : 27-Oct-2011
NCVJ 2011 1183 Departs: 05-Oct-2011 Returns : 30-Oct-2011
NCVJ 2011 1184 Departs: 09-Oct-2011 Returns : 03-Nov-2011
NCVJ 2011 1185 Departs: 12-Oct-2011 Returns : 06-Nov-2011
NCVJ 2011 1186 Departs: 16-Oct-2011 Returns : 10-Nov-2011
NCVJ 2011 1187 Departs: 19-Oct-2011 Returns : 13-Nov-2011
NCVJ 2011 1188 Departs: 23-Oct-2011 Returns : 17-Nov-2011
NCVJ 2011 1189 Departs: 26-Oct-2011 Returns : 20-Nov-2011
NCVJ 2011 1190 Departs: 30-Oct-2011 Returns : 24-Nov-2011
NCVJ 2011 1191 Departs: 02-Nov-2011 Returns : 27-Nov-2011
NCVJ 2011 1192 Departs: 06-Nov-2011 Returns : 01-Dec-2011
NCVJ 2011 1193 Departs: 09-Nov-2011 Returns : 04-Dec-2011
NCVJ 2011 1194 Departs: 13-Nov-2011 Returns : 08-Dec-2011
NCVJ 2011 1195 Departs: 16-Nov-2011 Returns : 11-Dec-2011
NCVJ 2011 1196 Departs: 20-Nov-2011 Returns : 15-Dec-2011
NCVJ 2011 1197 Departs: 23-Nov-2011 Returns : 18-Dec-2011
NCVJ 2011 1198 Departs: 27-Nov-2011 Returns : 22-Dec-2011
NCVJ 2011 1199 Departs: 30-Nov-2011 Returns : 25-Dec-2011
NCVJ 2011 1200 Departs: 04-Dec-2011 Returns : 29-Dec-2011
NCVJ 2011 1201 Departs: 07-Dec-2011 Returns : 01-Jan-2012
NCVJ 2012 1208 Departs: 01-Jan-2012 Returns: 26-Jan-2012
NCVJ 2012 1209 Departs: 04-Jan-2012 Returns: 29-Jan-2012
NCVJ 2012 1210 Departs: 08-Jan-2012 Returns: 02-Feb-2012
NCVJ 2012 1211 Departs: 11-Jan-2012 Returns: 05-Feb-2012
NCVJ 2012 1212 Departs: 15-Jan-2012 Returns: 09-Feb-2012
NCVJ 2012 1213 Departs: 18-Jan-2012 Returns: 12-Feb-2012
NCVJ 2012 1214 Departs: 22-Jan-2012 Returns: 16-Feb-2012
NCVJ 2012 1215 Departs: 25-Jan-2012 Returns: 19-Feb-2012
NCVJ 2012 1216 Departs: 29-Jan-2012 Returns: 23-Feb-2012
NCVJ 2012 1217 Departs: 01-Feb-2012 Returns: 26-Feb-2012
NCVJ 2012 1218 Departs: 05-Feb-2012 Returns: 01-Mar-2012
NCVJ 2012 1219 Departs: 08-Feb-2012 Returns: 04-Mar-2012
NCVJ 2012 1220 Departs: 12-Feb-2012 Returns: 08-Mar-2012
NCVJ 2012 1221 Departs: 15-Feb-2012 Returns: 11-Mar-2012
NCVJ 2012 1222 Departs: 19-Feb-2012 Returns: 15-Mar-2012
NCVJ 2012 1223 Departs: 22-Feb-2012 Returns: 18-Mar-2012
NCVJ 2012 1224 Departs: 26-Feb-2012 Returns: 22-Mar-2012
NCVJ 2012 1225 Departs: 29-Feb-2012 Returns: 25-Mar-2012
NCVJ 2012 1226 Departs: 04-Mar-2012 Returns: 29-Mar-2012
NCVJ 2012 1227 Departs: 07-Mar-2012 Returns: 01-Apr-2012
NCVJ 2012 1228 Departs: 11-Mar-2012 Returns: 05-Apr-2012
NCVJ 2012 1229 Departs: 14-Mar-2012 Returns: 08-Apr-2012
NCVJ 2012 1230 Departs: 18-Mar-2012 Returns: 12-Apr-2012
NCVJ 2012 1231 Departs: 21-Mar-2012 Returns: 15-Apr-2012
NCVJ 2012 1232 Departs: 25-Mar-2012 Returns: 19-Apr-2012
NCVJ 2012 1233 Departs: 28-Mar-2012 Returns: 22-Apr-2012
NCVJ 2012 1234 Departs: 01-Apr-2012 Returns: 26-Apr-2012
NCVJ 2012 1235 Departs: 04-Apr-2012 Returns: 29-Apr-2012
NCVJ 2012 1236 Departs: 08-Apr-2012 Returns: 03-May-2012
NCVJ 2012 1237 Departs: 11-Apr-2012 Returns: 06-May-2012
NCVJ 2012 1238 Departs: 15-Apr-2012 Returns: 10-May-2012
NCVJ 2012 1239 Departs: 18-Apr-2012 Returns: 13-May-2012
NCVJ 2012 1240 Departs: 22-Apr-2012 Returns: 17-May-2012
NCVJ 2012 1241 Departs: 25-Apr-2012 Returns: 20-May-2012
NCVJ 2012 1242 Departs: 29-Apr-2012 Returns: 24-May-2012
NCVJ 2012 1243 Departs: 02-May-2012 Returns: 27-May-2012
NCVJ 2012 1244 Departs: 06-May-2012 Returns: 31-May-2012
NCVJ 2012 1245 Departs: 09-May-2012 Returns: 03-Jun-2012
NCVJ 2012 1246 Departs: 13-May-2012 Returns: 07-Jun-2012
NCVJ 2012 1247 Departs: 16-May-2012 Returns: 10-Jun-2012
NCVJ 2012 1248 Departs: 20-May-2012 Returns: 14-Jun-2012
NCVJ 2012 1249 Departs: 23-May-2012 Returns: 17-Jun-2012
NCVJ 2012 1250 Departs: 27-May-2012 Returns: 21-Jun-2012
NCVJ 2012 1251 Departs: 30-May-2012 Returns: 24-Jun-2012
NCVJ 2012 1252 Departs: 03-Jun-2012 Returns: 28-Jun-2012
NCVJ 2012 1253 Departs: 06-Jun-2012 Returns: 01-Jul-2012
NCVJ 2012 1254 Departs: 10-Jun-2012 Returns: 05-Jul-2012
NCVJ 2012 1255 Departs: 13-Jun-2012 Returns: 08-Jul-2012
NCVJ 2012 1256 Departs: 17-Jun-2012 Returns: 12-Jul-2012
NCVJ 2012 1257 Departs: 20-Jun-2012 Returns: 15-Jul-2012
NCVJ 2012 1258 Departs: 24-Jun-2012 Returns: 19-Jul-2012
NCVJ 2012 1259 Departs: 27-Jun-2012 Returns: 22-Jul-2012
NCVJ 2012 1260 Departs: 01-Jul-2012 Returns: 26-Jul-2012
NCVJ 2012 1261 Departs: 04-Jul-2012 Returns: 29-Jul-2012
NCVJ 2012 1262 Departs: 08-Jul-2012 Returns: 02-Aug-2012
NCVJ 2012 1263 Departs: 11-Jul-2012 Returns: 05-Aug-2012
NCVJ 2012 1264 Departs: 15-Jul-2012 Returns: x-Aug-2012
NCVJ 2012 1265 Departs: 18-Jul-2012 Returns: 12-Aug-2012
NCVJ 2012 1266 Departs: 22-Jul-2012 Returns: 16-Aug-2012
NCVJ 2012 1267 Departs: 25-Jul-2012 Returns: 19-Aug-2012
NCVJ 2012 1268 Departs: 29-Jul-2012 Returns: 23-Aug-2012
NCVJ 2012 1269 Departs: 01-Aug-2012 Returns: 26-Aug-2012
NCVJ 2012 1270 Departs: 05-Aug-2012 Returns: 30-Aug-2012
NCVJ 2012 1271 Departs: 08-Aug-2012 Returns: 02-Sep-2012
NCVJ 2012 1272 Departs: 12-Aug-2012 Returns: 06-Sep-2012
NCVJ 2012 1273 Departs: 15-Aug-2012 Returns: 09-Sep-2012
NCVJ 2012 1274 Departs: 19-Aug-2012 Returns: 13-Sep-2012
NCVJ 2012 1275 Departs: 22-Aug-2012 Returns: 16-Sep-2012
NCVJ 2012 1276 Departs: 26-Aug-2012 Returns: 20-Sep-2012
NCVJ 2012 1277 Departs: 29-Aug-2012 Returns: 23-Sep-2012
NCVJ 2012 1278 Departs: 02-Sep-2012 Returns: 27-Sep-2012
NCVJ 2012 1279 Departs: 05-Sep-2012 Returns: 30-Sep-2012
NCVJ 2012 1280 Departs: 09-Sep-2012 Returns: 04-Oct-2012
NCVJ 2012 1281 Departs: 12-Sep-2012 Returns: 07-Oct-2012
NCVJ 2012 1282 Departs: 16-Sep-2012 Returns: 11-Oct-2012
NCVJ 2012 1283 Departs: 19-Sep-2012 Returns: 14-Oct-2012
NCVJ 2012 1284 Departs: 23-Sep-2012 Returns: 18-Oct-2012
NCVJ 2012 1285 Departs: 26-Sep-2012 Returns: 21-Oct-2012
NCVJ 2012 1286 Departs: 30-Sep-2012 Returns: 25-Oct-2012
NCVJ 2012 1287 Departs: 03-Oct-2012 Returns: 28-Oct-2012
NCVJ 2012 1288 Departs: 07-Oct-2012 Returns: 01-Nov-2012
NCVJ 2012 1289 Departs: 10-Oct-2012 Returns: 04-Nov-2012
NCVJ 2012 1290 Departs: 14-Oct-2012 Returns: 08-Nov-2012
NCVJ 2012 1291 Departs: 17-Oct-2012 Returns: 11-Nov-2012
NCVJ 2012 1292 Departs: 21-Oct-2012 Returns: 15-Nov-2012
NCVJ 2012 1293 Departs: 24-Oct-2012 Returns: 18-Nov-2012
NCVJ 2012 1294 Departs: 28-Oct-2012 Returns: 22-Nov-2012
NCVJ 2012 1295 Departs: 31-Oct-2012 Returns: 25-Nov-2012
NCVJ 2012 1296 Departs: 04-Nov-2012 Returns: 29-Nov-2012
NCVJ 2012 1297 Departs: 07-Nov-2012 Returns: 02-Dec-2012
NCVJ 2012 1298 Departs: 11-Nov-2012 Returns: 06-Dec-2012
NCVJ 2012 1299 Departs: 14-Nov-2012 Returns: 09-Dec-2012
NCVJ 2012 1300 Departs: 18-Nov-2012 Returns: 13-Dec-2012
NCVJ 2012 1301 Departs: 21-Nov-2012 Returns: 16-Dec-2012
NCVJ 2012 1302 Departs: 25-Nov-2012 Returns: 20-Dec-2012
NCVJ 2012 1303 Departs: 28-Nov-2012 Returns: 23-Dec-2012
NCVJ 2012 1304 Departs: 02-Dec-2012 Returns: 27-Dec-2012
NCVJ 2012 1305 Departs: 05-Dec-2012 Returns: 30-Dec-2012
NCVJ 2012 1306 Departs: 09-Dec-2012 Returns: 03-Jan-2013
NCVJ 2012 1307 Departs: 12-Dec-2012 Returns: 06-Jan-2013
NCVJ 2012 1308 Departs: 16-Dec-2012 Returns: 10-Jan-2013
NCVJ 2012 1309 Departs: 19-Dec-2012 Returns: 13-Jan-2013
NCVJ 2012 1310 Departs: 23-Dec-2012 Returns: 17-Jan-2013
NCVJ 2012 1311 Departs: 26-Dec-2012 Returns: 20-Jan-2013
NCVJ 2012 1312 Departs: 30-Dec-2012 Returns: 24-Jan-2013

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