22 days tour

Cape Town To Vic Falls

$ 2,749 .00 USD

Total price per person

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Cape Town To Vic Falls

This tour includes:

Meals

19 breakfasts, 12 lunches, 16 dinners

Transport

Our trucks are purpose-built, self contained safari vehicles. Our fleet of vehicles varies depending on your group size, trip route and style. Your vehicle type may differ from those listed above. It is also important to note that our overland vehicles are not air-conditioned, but all vehicles have windows that can be opened to allow for fresh air. Each seat will have access to a power socket to charge your devices. This outlet will use a UK/K: enyan 3 pronged outlet. There are many early starts with long hours spent driving on rough roads on all African itineraries. While most people love the chance to watch the changing landscape and daily village life, feedback shows that long periods of inactivity does not appeal to all clients. We provide the approximate distance covered each day and how many hours this normally takes to drive so that you can choose the safari experience that is right for you. African conditions are extremely tough on vehicles. While we fastidiously maintain our vehicles at our workshops, you should not expect Africa to be your traditional touring experience. While itโ€™s certainly our aim to avoid them, itโ€™s important that you set off on your trip knowing that the occasional breakdown can happen and are best treated as part of the African adventure. Due to wet weather there may be times when we have to take an alternative route which will mean longer travel times. South Africa has a law whereby the cross border transport agency does not allow foreign-registered vehicles to enter the country. We will be working with a local South African operator for the South African section of this tour who will be providing the services of an alternative vehicle* and driver vetted by Intrepid. Your Intrepid leader and cook will still accompany you on this section and your itinerary will remain unaffected. *The vehicle used on this section will be an overland vehicle similar in style to an Intrepid vehicle. However for smaller groups which donโ€™t require a large vehicle, smaller land cruiser style vehicles may be used. Overland vehicle , Open safari vehicle , Mokoro

Others

Fish River Canyon - Canyon entrance Sossusvlei - 4x4 Tour Sesriem - Sand dunes visit Cape Cross Nature Reserve - Cape Cross seal colony Etosha National Park - Overland Vehicle Game Drive Grootfontein - San Bushman cultural experience Okavango Delta - Mokoro safari Okavango Delta - Boat Safari Okavango Delta - Nature Walk Okavango Delta โ€“ Mokoro Safari Okavango Delta - Nature walk Chobe National Park - Dawn Open 4x4 Game Drive

Guide

On this trip you will be accompanied by three crew members - Group Leader, Cook and Driver who will usually be Kenyan. Your Group Leaderโ€™s role involves organizing the overall operation and smooth-running of the trip, managing trip logistics, coordinating the tipping kitty (where applicable) and will form work groups to take turns cooking, cleaning and shopping. (From time to time your leader may drive as well) Your Group Leader will work towards making the trip as safe and enjoyable as possible for all travellers. Intrepid trips are built around the coโ€“operation and participation of all the group members under the supervision of the group leader. The group leader will show the group how to set up and use the equipment. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting, especially when tracking and identifying game - we think itโ€™s the best of both worlds. Regardless of the country of origin, our Group Leaders are chosen for their leadership skills and are wonderful ambassadors for our company and our beautiful continent and its people. Your Cook is responsible for the cooking and will help to coordinate the work groups for preparing the meals and washing up! Cooks are also responsible for organizing food shopping (they are always happy to have you on board) and most importantly, they make sure high hygiene standards are kept at all times while camping. Your Driverโ€™s main responsibility is to get you to your destination safely; they are also responsible for the maintenance of the vehicles along the way. Everyone is expected to participate and carry their share of the workload/duties, making camp chores easier. The duties Rota system is adopted where all members share in general camp duties โ€“ cooking, shopping, washing up etc. If the whole group participates it will be quicker, easier, and more fun. We endeavour to provide the services of an experienced leader and crew; however, situations may arise where your leader is new to a particular region or training other group leaders.

Accommodation

Accommodation on this trip is mainly in two-person canvas dome tents with camping mattresses supplied. The type and variety of accommodation are determined by conditions on each of our routes. Each route is different - on some, we use a mixture of campsites and wild camps; on others, we also use hotels. In Africa, itโ€™s not usually practical to camp when staying in towns and cities, so we use hotel accommodations and eat out in local restaurants. There may be the occasional night stop when we stay on the grounds of a hotel or at a campsite, which may also have rooms/cabins available. In this case, there may be a choice of camping or upgrading to a room. Rooms cost approximately USD : 40-100 per room per night for a twin room and cannot be pre-booked. Standards of these rooms vary greatly, and we recommend viewing the room before purchasing the nightโ€™s accommodation. The day-by-day itinerary advises when upgrades may be possible (subject to availability). Keep in mind that if we are staying in dormitory accommodation, you may have to share with other passengers or be split into same-sex rooms. Campsites do have facilities, but they usually arenโ€™t to the same standard you would find in Western countries. For example, the bathroom facilities can be very basic. Toilet paper is rarely provided, and shower facilities can be as simple as a hose pipe spurting out cold water. Wild camps have no facilities at all. At times, there may be spare tents in the vehicles. Unfortunately, these cannot be used without the purchase of a single supplement. This is to ensure the tents avoid wear and tear or are clean and ready for the customers arriving on the next section of the trip. Camping (with facilities) (15 nights), Camping (with basic facilities) (1 night), Camping (without facilities) (1 night), Cabin (3 nights), Hotel (1 night)

Not included:

Optional

Other activities and services are not included

Insurance

Travel Insurance is not included

Others

Other activities and services are not included

Flights

International flights are not included

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Itinerary of your trip Cape Town To Vic Falls

  • Day 1 Day 1: Cape Town
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Cape Town

      Sawubona! Welcome to South Africa. With its stunning coastline, modern cityscape and nearby mountains, Cape Town is one of Africaโ€™s most exciting cities. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm this evening. If you arrive early, why not get out and explore Cape Town, maybe with a walk in Newlands Forest or by jumping on the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway. You could also head down to the waterfront to see Cape Town Stadium up close. After the meeting, ask your leader where the best dinner spots are and consider heading out for a welcome dinner with your group.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Western Cape
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Western Cape

      Leaving Cape Town behind, travel up the Western Cape today. Sit back, relax and enjoy the sprawling scenery. Tonight, youโ€™ll stay on a working farm with your group. This is a great chance to gain an insight into everyday life in this remote part of South Africa. The surrounding countryside is perfectly explored on foot, so if thereโ€™s time, maybe take a walk around the nearby mountains and farms before settling in for the evening.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Orange River
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Orange River

      Journey to the Orange River โ€“ the beautiful natural border between South Africa and Namibia. On the way, youโ€™ll pass through Namaqualand, which is renowned for its wildflowers that spring up from late July to mid-September. Traditionally known as the Gariep River, the Orange River is the longest in South Africa (2200 km). Its source is high up in the Drakensberg Mountain Range in Lesotho, and it flows into the Atlantic Ocean at Alexander Bay in South Africa.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Fish River Canyon
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Fish River Canyon

      This morning, thereโ€™s an optional canoe adventure on the Orange River. Floating leisurely down the stream is a great way to discover the beauty of this region. After, head further west into the desert lands of Namibia towards Fish River Canyon. At 500 m deep and over 160 km long, Fish River Canyon is one of the largest canyons in the world. At any time of year there are remarkable photo opportunities here as you watch the colour of the granite rocks change as the sun goes down.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Sesriem
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Sesriem

      Be ready for a long travel day as you drive toward the fabled dunes of Namibia. Youโ€™ll have the opportunity to stop at a market or shop to stock up on supplies before tomorrowโ€™s bush camp. When you arrive, stretch your legs and take in the exciting desert scenes. Youโ€™ll be situated in the most famous part of the Namib Desert, among the vast dune fields โ€“ the most spectacular of which are found near the Sesriem Canyon. Get an early night in preparation for your dawn hike tomorrow.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Sossusvlei
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Sossusvlei

      Wake up before dawn and scramble to the top of the dunes for a dramatic sunrise view across a vast sea of sand. The colour changes as the sun creeps up above the horizon and the views are nothing short of incredible, providing a spectacular setting for your brunch. The dunes themselves are some of the highest in the world and home to much animal life. After, jump in the back of a pickup truck for a trip to Sossusvlei โ€“ the incredible salt and clay pan nearby. Youโ€™ll have time to explore this mysterious desert oddity at your own pace. In the afternoon, drive to your bush camp in the heart of the Namib Desert.

  • Day 7 Day 7: Swakopmund
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Swakopmund

      Continue to Swakopmund today. Surrounded by the massive dune fields of the Namib Desert on three sides and the Atlantic Ocean on the other, Swakopmund is an ideal place for outdoor activities. The township has an interesting Germanโ€“Namibian atmosphere, which makes it a pleasant place to simply walk around and explore. You could also visit the Swakopmund Museum today โ€“ the largest privately run Museum in Namibia housing exhibitions on zoology, geology and technology.

  • Day 8 Day 8: Swakopmund
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Swakopmund

      With a free day today, itโ€™s worth checking out the Germanic architecture of the area and maybe taking the opportunity to do some souvenir shopping. If youโ€™re after a dose of history and culture, you can stop in at the lighthouse and visit the Swakopmund Museum. Active types and thrill-seekers might like to take advantage of the many outdoor activities on offer โ€“ this town is the adventure-sports capital of Namibia.

  • Day 9 Day 9: Swakopmund
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Swakopmund

      With another free day in this beautiful seaside town, you might like to do some reading, relaxing and swimming. Alternatively, you can venture further afield โ€“ perhaps to the Okakambe Trails or the Camel Farm (both located in the same area, around 12 km east of town). A horse ride or camel ride is a great way to see the desert from a different perspective.

  • Day 10 Day 10: Spitzkoppe
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Spitzkoppe

      Travel to Spitzkoppe today. Experience the sight, sound and smell of thousands of olive-coloured seals on the shores of Cape Cross while travelling up the Atlantic Coast. Visit one of the most stunning areas of Namibia โ€“ the wild lands around the mountain of Spitzkoppe, also known as the Matterhorn of Namibia. Although you shouldnโ€™t try to climb to the top, there are some excellent hikes and guided walks throughout the area, which is rich in plant life. The Spitzkoppe is known for its stunning beauty and the thousands of ancient Bushmen rock art paintings that are still on view. Be sure to look out for the sunset from your bush camp this evening โ€“ the landscape is known to take on dazzling oranges and reds.

  • Day 11 Day 11: Etosha National Park
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Etosha National Park

      This morning, set off and travel to Etosha National Park, stopping at a market or shop and ATM if required. Etosha is among the worldโ€™s best places to view wildlife. A wide range of southern Africaโ€™s animals roams freely here, including all the big carnivores and rare or endangered species, including black rhino, Hartmannโ€™s mountain zebra, black-faced impala, roan antelope and the tiny Damara dik-dik. Tonight, thereโ€™s an option to take an evening game drive (subject to availability) before spending the night at the Okaukuejo Camp. The camp overlooks a floodlit waterhole visited by many different species throughout the day and night.

  • Day 12 Day 12: Etosha National Park
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Etosha National Park

      Enjoy a full-day game drive in Etosha National Park. Game viewing in the park is relatively easy due to the constructed waterholes and the large, sparsely vegetated pans. The bushland surrounding the pans is difficult to see through, but there are enough clearings, pans and waterholes to usually allow for some sightings. Namibia has protected its game reserves against poaching, which means significant numbers of elephants, antelope and other herbivores reside here. This evening you will spend the night at Namutoni Camp.

  • Day 13 Day 13: Grootfontein/San People
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Grootfontein/San People

      Leave Etosha behind and continue to your next camp, which is located 50 km outside Grootfontein. This will be your base for visiting the San people tomorrow. When you arrive at camp, stretch your legs, maybe go for a swim and kick back with your fellow travellers for a relaxed evening.

  • Day 14 Day 14: Grootfontein
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: Grootfontein

      Embark on a 180-km round-trip to visit the San people today. Youโ€™ll go out walking with some of the tribe, listening to their stories and songs. Youโ€™ll soon discover that they communicate in a unique and fascinating Khoisan dialect, commonly known as a โ€™clickingโ€™ language. The San are the oldest ethnic group in Namibia, having inhabited southern Africa for an estimated 20,000 years. Around 30,000 of them live in Namibia, but only 2000 still follow a traditional way of life. The San have a deep understanding of nature and ecology, living in harmony with their environment.

  • Day 15 Day 15: Bagani
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 15: Bagani

      Head to Bagani today, where youโ€™ll set up camp for the night. Bagani is a small, friendly town with plenty of nice spots to relax and soak up the ambience as you catch the sunset over the Okavango River. You may even spot grunting hippos coming out of the waters to graze! This area is the homestead of the local Mbukushu kings and their kingdom.

  • Day 16 Day 16: Okavango Delta
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 16: Okavango Delta

      Drive across the border into Botswana and head south along the Okavango Panhandle (the narrowest part of the delta) to Sepopa. Here, youโ€™ll leave your vehicle behind as you journey by boat into the delta to your bush camp on an island away from civilisation. Punting along past birds and lily pads, youโ€™ll hear hippos occasionally interrupting the peaceful atmosphere with their charming grunts.

  • Day 17 Day 17: Okavango Delta
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 17: Okavango Delta

      After breakfast, head out for your mokoro experience. Each mokoro (small dugout canoe) takes two people and is poled along through the meandering waterways by a local tribesman. Youโ€™ll also take a short nature walk with your guide to discover the beautiful natural surroundings, gain some insight into the history of the local area and look out for different bird species and occasionally, even elephants. After your trip around the delta, return by boat to the relative civilisation of Sepopa Camp, featuring hot showers, a swimming pool and a small bar. Today, there is an option to take a scenic flight to have an aerial view of the Delta.

  • Day 18 Day 18: Bagani
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 18: Bagani

      Leave the delta behind today and return to Bagani for the night. There will be time to take part in an optional boat trip when you arrive, or you can opt for a picturesque sunset cruise. Alternatively, relax and recharge at camp.

  • Day 19 Day 19: Chobe National Park
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 19: Chobe National Park

      Setting off from Bagani this morning, youโ€™ll drive to the incredible Chobe National Park. Catch a window seat if you can and watch the rolling landscape pass you by or play some road trip games with your newfound friends. Enter Botswana at the Goma border, which is also the gateway to the park. When you arrive, take an optional cruise down the Chobe River โ€“ one of the best ways to witness some of the parkโ€™s many animals, like hippos, elephants and buffalo.

  • Day 20 Day 20: Chobe National Park
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 20: Chobe National Park

      Enjoy an early-morning game drive this morning. Adventuring through the park, youโ€™ll have the opportunity to get up close to the wildlife and with luck, youโ€™ll spot lions, buffalo and exotic birds. Botswanaโ€™s first national park is famous for its high concentration of elephants, so keep an eye out for herds walking by, too. They can also often be seen swimming in the Chobe River! The river also attracts buffalo, hippos and crocodiles who like to sun themselves by the waterโ€™s edge. In the afternoon, perhaps take an optional boat cruise to gain a different view of these amazing animals or take another optional afternoon game drive into the national park.

  • Day 21 Day 21: Victoria Falls
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 21: Victoria Falls

      Travel on to Victoria Falls, crossing the border into Zimbabwe in time to have lunch on the banks of the Zambezi. Though a visit to Victoria Fallsโ€™ is optional, it is highly recommended. The staggering curtain of water is about 1.6 km and cascades 108 m into a narrow gorge below. In the wet season, the spray created can rise to an incredible 400 m and the falls become an impressive raging torrent. In the dry season, the view of the falls is unobstructed by mist and you can see little islets in the river below. Gather your travel crew together tonight for dinner, celebrating the southern Africa adventure and memories youโ€™ve shared.

  • Day 22 Day 22: Victoria Falls
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 22: Victoria Falls

      With no activities planned for today, youโ€™re free to leave the accommodation at any time after check-out. Those staying longer at Victoria Falls can choose from a range of activities and excursions โ€“ on water, on land or high in the sky. If youโ€™d like to spend more time in Victoria Falls, just speak to your booking agent ahead of time.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 15 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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