Southern Africa Northbound: Dunes, Deltas & Falls

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21 days

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Had the best time ever, thank you

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21 daysDuration

Group TourJoin a group of travelers

22 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 39 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

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Ends

Cape Town, South Africa

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

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Highlights

Experience the culture of Cape Town.

Spot wildlife on safari drives in Etosha National Park.

Cruise the Okavango Delta in a traditional canoe.

Meet the San people.

Marvel at the Fish River Canyon and Victoria Falls

Itinerary

Cape Town, Victoria Falls, and everything wild in between—this is the trip young adventurers dream of. Southern Africa Northbound: Dunes, Deltas & Falls is a 21-day group tour crafted for energetic travelers keen to dive deep into Africa’s iconic landscapes and wildlife. Cruise through the Orange River, gaze into the Fish River Canyon, and camp beneath Namibia’s star-filled skies. Safari drives in wildlife-rich deltas, sunsets over sand dunes, and the thunderous spray of Victoria Falls are just the beginning. With overland vehicles getting you close to the action and expert guides ensuring smooth travel, the USP here is the tour’s immersive, action-packed itinerary—perfect for young adults looking to experience the best of Southern Africa in one unforgettable journey.

day 1Cape Town

Arrive at any time.
Tonight, get to know your group on your first night out together in Cape Town. After a brief welcome meeting and optional dinner out together, head to the clubs on Long Street to explore the vibrant nightlife. Put those dancing shoes on and get to know your fellow travel buddies as the adventure begins!
Get the most out of your time in Cape Town by pre-booking the South African Wine Tour and Tasting extra. If you do, we recommend booking accommodation for an extra night pre-tour as this activity has an early start time. Please note, due to the timings of this activity, there is a possibility you may miss the welcome meeting on day 1 of your tour - in this case, your CEO will leave you a message detailing what time and where you should meet the next morning.

Accomodation

Hotel Sky Cape Town - Dorm Room (or similar)

Included Activities

Meet Your CEO and Group Duration : 1.0 hr, Connect With New Friends

Optional Activities

Sandboarding and San Cultural Explorer Day Tour , Sandboarding Half Day Tour - Atlantis Dunes , Hout Bay Kayaking Half Day Tour , Two Oceans Aquarium , Table Mountain Cable Car , Table Mountain Hike , South African Wine Tour and Tasting , Cape Point Explorer Day Tour , Urban Explorer Day Tour , Overberg Explorer Day Tour , West Coast Explorer Day Tour

day 2Cape Town/Cederberg

day 3Cederberg/Orange River

day 4Orange River/Fish River Canyon

day 5Fish River Canyon/Namib Desert

day 6Namib Desert

day 7Namib Desert/Swakopmund

day 8Swakopmund

day 9Swakopmund/Spitzkoppe

day 10Spitzkoppe to Etosha National Park Area

day 11Etosha National Park

day 12Etosha National Park/Waterberg Plateau

day 13Waterberg Plateau/Windhoek

day 14Windhoek/D'kar

day 15D'kar/Maun

day 16Maun/Okavango Delta

day 17Okavango Delta/Nata

day 18Nata/Kasane

day 19Kasane/Victoria Falls

day 20Victoria Falls

day 21Victoria Falls

What's Included

Accommodation

Participation camping (14 nts), permanent tented camp (1 nt), guesthouses (2 nts, multi-share with up to 10 people), basic bush camping (2 nts), hostel (1 nt, multi-share with 3 people).

Meals

18 breakfasts, 17 lunches, 12 dinners
Note: Allow USD270-355 for meals not included.

Transport

Lando (overland adventure vehicle), walking, mokoro, safari vehicle.All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Guide

2 CEOs (Chief Experience Officers) throughout as head guide/cook, driver, local guides.

Included activities

Your G for Good Moment: !Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre, YzerfonteinYour G for Good Moment: Penduka Village Restaurant & Shop, WindhoekYour G for Good Moment: Lusumpuko Women's Club Lunch, Victoria FallsYour Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and GroupYour First Night Out Moment: Connect With New FriendsYour Discover Moment: Victoria FallsFish River Canyon, Sossusvlei Dunes, and Spitzkoppe entrance feesEtosha National Park entrance with wildlife safari drivesOkavango Delta overnight bush camping excursion

What's Excluded

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