Cost: TBC
Daily Schedule
Namib Naukluft National Park
Leaving behind the charms of Swakopmund we continue our journey to Southern Namibia and the Namib Desert. We make a short stop in Walvis Bay this morning before turning east towards the heart of the desert. Our afternoon will be spent with a local guide who will introduce us to the wonders of the desert environment. An early night is advisable as tomorrow will see us up as the dawn breaks.
| Accommodation: | Hammerstein Lodge http://hammersteinlodge.com/ |
| Facilities: | Accommodated: Two per room with en-suite bathroom Camping: Campsite with shared ablutions Please visit the website of the accommodation provider for a full list of the facilities offered Please visit the website of the accommodation provider for a full list of the facilities offered. |
| Route: | Swakopmund to Solitaire |
| Meals: | Lunch, Dinner |
| Highlights: | Guided Desert Excursion with Local Expert, Walvis Bay lagoon, Tropic of Capricorn |
Sesriem and Sossusvlei
Rising at first light we travel to Sesriem, the gateway to the Sossusvlei dune fields. We enter the park early and make a stop to climb the famous Dune 45. Having stretched our legs we continue deeper into the Dune fields and take a 4x4 transfer to the marvels of Sossusvlei. We take time to visit both Sossusvlei and Deadvlei, before bidding the dune field farewell. Our final stop before continuing to our camp is the interesting Sesriem Canyon, a remnant of much wetter times in this dry region.
| Accommodation: | Hammerstein Lodge http://hammersteinlodge.com/ |
| Facilities: | Accommodated: Two per room with en-suite bathroom Camping: Campsite with shared ablutions Please visit the website of the accommodation provider for a full list of the facilities offered. Please visit the website of the accommodation provider for a full list of the facilities offered. |
| Meals: | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
| Highlights: | Hike up Dune 45, visit to Sossusvlei / Deadvlei and the Sesriem Canyon |
Keetmanshoop
We will have a leisurely morning before we pack up and turn east and head for Keetmanshoop. Today we spend most of the day driving onto our next destination.
| Accommodation: | Schuetzenhaus Guesthouse https://schuetzenhaus-namibia.com/ |
| Facilities: | Accommodated: Two per room with en-suite bathroom Camping: Campsite with shared ablutions Please visit the website of the accommodation provider for a full list of the facilities offered. Please visit the website of the accommodation provider for a full list of the facilities offered. |
| Route: | Solitaire to Keetmanshoop |
| Meals: | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
Giants Playground/Quiver Tree Forest and Fish River Canyon
Contrary to belief, the quiver tree is not really a tree, but a plant that can grow to between 200 – 300 years old. Our exploration continues this morning with a visit to the Quiver Tree Forest and Giants Playgrounds, named for the way in which the massive dolerite boulders have been placed on each other- creating rock formations and a series of mazes. We board the truck and travel south on the gravel byways of Southern Namibia on route to Ais-Ais. Famed for its hot springs the resort and its hot pools are the perfect tonic to ease away the dust of the Namib. The Fish River Canyon is one of the largest in the world and this afternoon we take a walk along the rim of the canyon and end our day with a memorable sunset on the canyon edge.
| Accommodation: | NWR: Ai-Ais http://www.nwr.com.na/index.php/resorts/ai-aishotsprings-spa |
| Facilities: | Accommodated: Two per room with en-suite bathroom Camping: Campsite with shared ablutions Please visit the website of the accommodation provider for a full list of the facilities offered. Please visit the website of the accommodation provider for a full list of the facilities offered. |
| Route: | Keetmanshoop to Ai-Ais |
| Meals: | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
| Highlights: | Quiver Tree Forest and Visit Giants Playground / Visit to the Fish River Canyon / Ais-Ais Hot Springs |
Orange River
As dawn breaks we head out making our way to the Orange River and our final stop in Namibia. Our last night in Namibia is spent on the banks of the Orange River and the best way to experience the Orange River is by canoe. This afternoon you will have the opportunity to partake in an optional canoe trip on the river.
| Accommodation: | Felix Unite Cabanas http://www.felixunite.com/accommodation_namibia/group_camping Bundi http://www.bundi.co.za/orangeriveercanoeing.htm |
| Facilities: | Accommodated: Two per room with en-suite bathroom Camping: Campsite with shared ablutions Please visit the website of the accommodation provider for a full list of the facilities offered. Please visit the website of the accommodation provider for a full list of the facilities offered. |
| Route: | Ai-Ais to Orange River |
| Meals: | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
| Activities: | Half-Day Canoe Trip |
Orange River – Cederberg
A final border crossing sees us enter South Africa this morning as we travel through the desert landscapes of Namaqualand on our way to the Cederberg region. If you are fortunate enough to be travelling in the spring months (July to September) you may encounter the wild flowers that have made this region famous. No matter the time of year though, the strange desert vistas offer a unique backdrop to this day’s travel. Tonight we enjoy a traditional meal and celebrate the many memories we have made.
| Accommodation: | Marcuskraal http://www.marcuskraal.co.za/index1.html |
| Facilities: | Accommodated: Two per room with en-suite bathroom Camping: Campsite with shared ablutions Please visit the website of the accommodation provider for a full list of the facilities offered. Please visit the website of the accommodation provider for a full list of the facilities offered. |
| Route: | Orange river to Citrusdal |
| Meals: | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
| Border Post: | Namibia: Noordoewer, Tel: +264 (0) 63 297 122, Open 24 hours South Africa: Vioolsdrift, Tel: +27 (27) 761 8760, Open 24 hours |
Cederberg – Cape Town
The Cederberg region not only boasts spectacular mountains and orange farms, but it is also the home of the Rooibos bush. Indigenous to the mountain slopes of the Cedarberg, this herbal beverage has earned an international reputation as a healthy and refreshing alternative to regular tea. The Cederberg region is known for its mountain fynbos and spectacular views of the rugged Cedarberg Mountains. Nearing Cape Town, you will notice Table Mountain appear in the distance and we will stop to look at Table Mountain from across Table Bay. Your tour ends upon arrival in Cape Town city centre.
| Accommodation: | Own Arrangements / Post tour accommodation can be booked through Ubuntu Adventures. |
| Route: | Citrusdal to Cape Town |
| Meals: | Breakfast |
Extra Info / Disclaimer
Partaking in an adventure tour in Africa involves covering hundreds if not thousands of kilometres and our tours are as much about this journey as they are about the destinations we visit. Use your time during these drives to talk to your fellow travellers, have a drink and take note of the world passing by your window. Some roads you travel on will be smooth and easy while others could take up to an hour to cover 1 kilometre. There is just no telling what could happen with road, weather, traffic and other conditions that may exist that will either increase or decrease the amount of time you spend on the road so take your watch off, put your iPad away, turn off your phone and just relax. An average day could take anything from 5 to 14 hours, it all depends on the day… and that’s only an “average”!
Please ensure you arrive at the departure point at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
Tour departure point
07:00am Haus Garnison, 4 Tobias Hainyeko Street,
Swakopmund, Namibia
Tel: 002 64 403340 http://hausgarnison.com/
Tour ending point
40onBurg, 40 Burg Street,
Cape Town, South Africa.
Tel: +27 (0)21 426 4338, www.40onburg.co.za
Maximum Number of Passengers
20
After hours emergency contact
Our reservations staff are available to receive emergency calls. We would like to request that you respect this emergency number and use it only in the event of emergencies. Please only contact this number if, for example, you have missed your incoming flight, you cannot find your airport transfer or you are running late for your tour departure.
If calling from outside South Africa: 0027 79 154 2588
If calling within South Africa: 079 154 2588
Arrival / Departure
Please be sure to arrive 1 day before your tour is due to depart. This will avoid any unforeseen problems. We also highly recommend that you book your flights to depart the day after the tour officially ends to allow for delays and changes.
Pre and Post Tour Accommodation
If you require accommodation before or after your tour we can arrange this for you. We can also arrange airport transfers – contact your travel agent or Nomad to make these bookings.
40onBurg Hotel
More than just comfortable rooms and delicious aperitifs, 40onBurg Hotel focusses on providing personal, impeccable service associated with old-world hospitality, complete with all the necessary modern conveniences. Their warm and friendly, locally procured and experienced team are on hand to ensure you feel super-comfortable, well cared for, and completely at home during your stay! The en-suite rooms are luxuriously spacious by international standards with the smallest starting at 4.5X5 metres. 40onBurg is the official tour departure point and ending point for Nomad Africa Tours & Safaris, for Cape Town.
What’s included
All meals which are prepared and served at the Nomad truck / accommodation / qualified crew / filtered water / transport in the Nomad truck / included highlights as per the itinerary / entrance fees to National Parks.
What’s excluded
Items of a personal nature (snacks, alcohol, soft drinks) / entrance fees (associated with optional activities) / souvenirs / tips.
Countries Visited
Namibia, South Africa
Onward Travel
This tour can be linked with a number of our other routes, including Botswana, Zimbabwe and East Africa. If you are interested to enhance your tour further, please contact us to receive a list of all the available options to suite your time frame and budget.