Cape & Dunes Northbound: Wildlife & Starry Night Skies
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- No booking fees
- COVID-19protected
- Safari
- Wildlife
- Explorer
- Cultural, religious and historic sites
- Customizable
- Booking Type Instant booking
- duration 13 days
- tour type Group Request as private
- age requirement 18-39 yrs
- max group size 22
- guiding method Fully guided
- Tour Code BM-4658
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- Operated in English
- Starts Cape Town, South Africa
- Ends Windhoek, Namibia +8
- Soak up cosmopolitan Cape Town.
- Take in the breathtaking view of the immense Fish River Canyon.
- Tackle the world's largest sand dunes.
- Get your adrenaline going with adventurous activities.
- Snap shots of the "big five" in Etosha National Park
Now's the time to explore Africa on your terms with this tour that's affordable for young travellers. From bustling city streets to sand dunes and safaris, the sites of Africa will have your eyes (and mouth) wide open at every turn. This quintessential 13-day adventure takes you from a thrilling wildlife safari drive through Etosha National Park to the bizarre lunar landscapes of Swakopmund and camping experiences where you'll doze off underneath big African skies. Your rugged Lando (overland adventure vehicle) will get you to the sites safely, an expert CEO (Chief Experience Officer) to take care of the hassles, and plenty of optional excursions, you’ll be free to absorb the spirit of these lively countries.
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Day 1: Cape Town
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Day 2: Cape Town/Cederberg
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Day 3: Cederberg/Orange River
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Day 4: Orange River/Fish River Canyon
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Day 5: Fish River Canyon/Namib Desert
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Day 6: Namib Desert
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Day 7: Namib Desert/Swakopmund
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Day 8: Swakopmund
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Day 9: Swakopmund/Spitzkoppe
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Day 10: Spitzkoppe/Etosha National Park
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Day 11: Etosha National Park
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Day 12: Etosha National Park/Waterberg Plateau
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Day 13: Waterberg Plateau/Windhoek
- Hostel (1 nt, multi-share with 4 people), participation camping (8 nts), guesthouses (2 nts, multi-share with 3 people), basic bush camping (1 nt)
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11 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 9 dinners
Note: Allow USD60-80 for meals not included.
- Lando (overland adventure vehicle), walking.
- 2 CEOs (Chief Experience Officers) throughout as head guide/cook and driver, local guides.
- Your G for Good Moment: !Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre, Yzerfontein
- Your G for Good Moment: Penduka Village Restaurant & Shop, Windhoek
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Meeting - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
- Your Discover Moment: Swakopmund
- Fish River Canyon, Sossusvlei Dunes and Spitzkoppe entrance fees
- Etosha NP entrance with wildlife safari drives
- Waterberg Plateau visit
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
- Any international flights to Cape Town and from Windhoek are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
- Travel insurance is not included in this Cape & Dunes Northbound: Wildlife & Starry Night Skies tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. We recommend purchasing it from World Nomads.
- Personal Itinerary can be tweaked and customized.
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- Professional Access our Travel Specialists' insider knowledge.
- Privacy Enjoy a tour focused solely on you or your travel group.
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No additional cancellation fees apply for this Cape & Dunes Northbound: Wildlife & Starry Night Skies tour. You can cancel the tour up to 62 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 61 days of departure.
PaymentFor any tour departures within 22 May 2023, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 22 May 2023, a deposit is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 61 days before trip departure.
Travel InsuranceCape & Dunes Northbound: Wildlife & Starry Night Skies tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. We recommend using World Nomads' travel insurance.
VisaFor this Cape & Dunes Northbound: Wildlife & Starry Night Skies tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.
You must be 18 to travel unaccompanied on this tour. For minors travelling with a guardian over 21 years old, the minimum age is 12.
This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:
- This tour has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s ‘Safe Travels’ stamp, which provides travellers with assurance that COVID-19 health and hygiene protocols have been adhered to.
- Elevated hygiene safety measures and distancing will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues. Frequently touched surfaces are regularly disinfected.
- This tour requires you to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 at least 14 days before your departure day or have a negative PCR test within 96 hours before your departure day.
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What is the best way to travel to South Africa?
South Africa is a long journey and most people travel to the southern tip of Africa by plane. It is also quite a large country and most people prefer to fly low-cost local airplanes between larger cities and rent a car to travel between different points of interest. The most stress-free way to travel in South Africa is to join a tour group or pre-planned tour that takes care of all the travel arrangements for you.
- Is vacationing in South Africa safe?
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How many days are enough for South Africa?
We suggest you spend at least 10 days in South Africa but if you can spare 14 or even 21 days, you will find more than enough to keep you busy. For more information, check out our guide on how many days to spend in South Africa.
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How much does it cost to tour South Africa?
There are several tour packages to suit your budget for a holiday in South Africa. A basic safari tour can be as little as USD 800 while a luxury honeymoon holiday could go all the way up to USD 5000. Most tours range between USD 2000 and USD 3000 for tours that cover a few of South Africa’s main attractions.
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What is the best month to go to South Africa?
September is widely considered the best time to visit South Africa. Springtime is blissful down south with near-perfect weather all around the country.
