13 Day Cape Town - Namibia Adventures 4/5 *

This tour takes you around the “Mother City”with all it’s diverse cultures.  Enjoy some scenic drives along the coastal routes and visit some of the highlights Cape Town has to offer.  Explore the West Coast as you drive to Lambert’s Bay and continue to the border where you will cross over to Namibia and stay on the beautiful Orange River.  You will get to visit the largest canyon in Africa and the second largest in the world, Fish River Canyon. Explore the natural wonders of the bizarre desert environment of Sossusvlei/Namib Desert.  Explore the Sesriem Canyon. You have options to explore the breathtaking Dunes.  Get a chance to visit a clay pan surrounded by the worlds largest sand dunes.  You will visit the coastal town of Swakopmund with its spectacular sunsets.  Experience Spitzkoppe which is world famous, a mountain oasis in the Namibia Desert.  Get a chance to visit Townships or experience some great sand boarding or scenic flights . You will visit the granite peaks of Spitzkoppe and will get a chance to explore it by foot. Explore Etosha National Park and enjoy some game drives.  You will end this tour in Windhoek.

ACCOMMODATIONS

• Azamare Luxury Guest House (Camps Bay – Cape Town) – 2 Nights – VIEW FACT SHEET
• The Bay Guest Villa (Lamberts Bay – Western Cape) – 1 Night – VIEW FACT SHEET
• Norotshama River Resort (Southern Nam – Orange River – on the border) – 1 Night – VIEW FACT SHEET
• Canyon Roadhouse – Gondwana (Fish River Canyon – Namibia) – 1 Night – VIEW FACT SHEET
• Sossusvlei Lodge (Sesriem – Namibia) – 2 Nights – VIEW FACT SHEET
• Beach Hotel (Swakopmund – Namibia) – 2 Nights – VIEW FACT SHEET
• Etosha Village Lodge (Okaukuejo – Namibia) – 2 Nights – VIEW FACT SHEET
• Windhoek Country Club Resort & Casino (Windoek – Namibia) 1 Night – VIEW FACT SHEET

KEYS

• BB – Bed & Breakfast
• DBB – Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
• L – Lunch
• LD – Lunch & Dinner
• D – Dinner
• FB – Full Board (Breakfast; Lunch & Dinner)
• AI – All Inclusive (All Meals, selected drinks, Game Drives/Walk)
• G/Drive – Open Safari Vehicle Game Drive

Camps Bay – Cape Town
LODGE:  AZAMARE LUXURY GUEST HOUSE

Camps Bay is an affluent suburb of Cape Town, South Africa, and the small bay on the west coast of the Cape Peninsula after which it is named.  In summer it attracts many South African and foreign visitors. Upmarket Camps Bay draws crowds to its namesake beach, known for its fine white sand, natural rock swimming pool and views of the Twelve Apostles mountains.  Behind the beach, posh seafood restaurants, mellow cafes and cocktail bars with patios overlook the promenade.  Nearby, Promenade Mall has boutiques selling fashion and beachwear, while the intimate Theatre on the Bay stages drama, musicals and comedy.  Close to Cape Town City Center for all the top attractions Cape Town has to offer from Table Mountain which you can access via Cable Car OR Hiking, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Boulders Beach with Penguins, Robben Island, Cape Point and many more.  You will also have a chance to visit the wonderful Winelands of Stellenbosch.

Lamberts Bay – Western Cape
LODGE:  @ THE BAY GUEST VILLA

Lambert’s Bay is a small fishing town in the Western Cape province of South Africa situated 280 kilometres north of Cape Town. he coast town has been proclaimed ‘the Diamond of the West Coast’ because of its white beaches, wildlife and lobsters.  The Bay Guest Villa has a panoramic view over the harbour,  Birds Island, and bay; is situated in the center of Lambert’s Bay

Southern Namibia – on the Namibian Border – NAMIBIA
LODGE:  NOROTSHAMA RIVER RESORT

The Orange River is a river in Southern Africa.  It is the longest river within the borders of Lesotho and the Orange River Basin extends extensively into South Africa, Namibia and Botswana to the north.  It rises in the Drakensberg mountains in Lesotho, flowing westwards through South Africa to the Atlantic Ocean.  Norotshama River Resort is ideally situated on the banks of the Orange River.  A gateway to Southern Namibia’s wealth of breath-taking natural landscapes.  Guests can enjoy traditional southern Namibian hospitality, luxury accommodation and a host of exciting activities.

Fish River Canyon – Namibia
LODGE:  CANYON ROADHOUSE – Gondwana

The Fish River Canyon (Afrikaans: Visrivier Canyon or Visrivier Kuil, German: Fischfluss Canyon), is located in the south of Namibia.  It is the largest canyon in Africa, as well as the second most visited tourist attraction in Namibia.  It features a gigantic ravine, in total about 100 miles (160 km) long, up to 27 km wide and in places almost 550 meters deep.  The Fish River is the longest interior river in Namibia.  It cuts deep into the plateau which is today dry, stony and sparsely covered with hardy drought-resistant plants.  The river flows intermittently, usually flooding in late summer; the rest of the year it becomes a chain of long narrow pools.  At the lower end of the Fish River Canyon, the hot springs resort of Ai-Ais is situated.  Public view points are near Hobas, a camp site 70 km north of Ai-Ais.  This part of the canyon is part of the Ai-Ais/Richtersveld Transfrontier Park.  Fill up on smiles at this extraordinary and out-of-the-ordinary lodge.  Resembling a roadhouse of old with a large red roof, the lodge is a veritable treasure-house and a ‘must-do’ stop when visiting the canyon.  The outside area hints of the wonderland interior with its rusty old Chevys and Fords from a bygone era, adorned with corky quiver trees and desert flora.  Sunset is best appreciated from the hill above the lodge looking out onto the flat-topped Holoog Mountain and the Gondwana Canyon Park.  Take a guided excursion to the canyon viewpoints, hike the 3-4 day superlative canyon trail or drive the 4×4 Wildebeest Route towards Canyon Lodge and Village to view zebra and wildebeest on the grassy plains.  Be sure to include this quirky lodge – constructed with flair, creativity, mischief and a zest for life – into all travel plans!

Sesriem – Namibia
LODGE:  SOSSUSVLEI LODGE

Sesriem is a small settlement located in the Namib Desert, in Namibia, close to the southern end of the Naukluft Mountains.  It is especially known because the “Sesriem gate” is the main access point to the Namib-Naukluft National Park for visitors entering the park to visit the nearby tourist attraction of Sossusvlei.  Sesriem is also known for Sesriem Canyon, about 4 km from Sesriem itself, which is the second most important tourist attraction in the area after Sossusvlei.  It is a natural canyon carved by the Tsauchab river in the local sedimentary rock, about a kilometre (0.6 mile) long and up to 30 meters (100 feet) deep.  The name Sesriem is Afrikaans and means “six rawhide thongs”, given by settlers on the Dorsland Trek who had to join six such thongs in order for a bucket to reach the water.  Sesriem Canyon is only two metres (6.5 feet) wide in some places, and has a portion that permanently contains water, which many animals use.  Situated at the Entrance Gate to the Namib Naukluft Park, Sossusvlei Lodge offers direct access to the towering red sand dunes, the famous pan of Sossusvlei, the scorched black trees of Dead Vlei and the remarkable depths of the Sesriem Canyon.  The Sossusvlei Lodge Adventure Centre provides a range of activities including Guided Excursions to Deadvlei and Sossusvlei, Elim dune walks, Sundowner Trips, Quad Buggy Nature Drives, Hot Air Ballooning, Scenic Flights and much more to explore the area’s natural beauty.

Swakopmund – Namibia
HOTEL:  BEACH HOTEL

Swakopmund is a coastal city in Namibia, west of the capital, Windhoek.  Its sandy beaches face the Atlantic Ocean.  Established by German colonists in 1892, the city’s colonial landmarks include the Swakopmund Lighthouse and the Mole, an old sea wall.  Next to the lighthouse, the Swakopmund Museum documents Namibian history.  Inland, the elegant Swakopmund Railway Station, now a hotel, also dates to the colonial era.  Swakopmund is known as activity center of Namibia, nowhere else in the country travelers will find such a variety of possible activities.  The ideal location of Beach Hotel Swakopmund, just 50 m from the Atlantic Ocean and within walking distance to the center of Swakopmund, allows you to experience the flavor of this charming town, while providing you the opportunity to explore the surrounding areas.

Okaukuejo – Namibia
LODGE:  ETOSHA VILLAGE LODGE

Since Etosha National Park is the gateway to Northern Namibia and Ovamboland, it’s a very popular stop on any Namibian tour.  Above all, it is known as Namibia’s foremost wildlife sanctuary.  The landscape is unique and varied and subsequently home to a wide variety of animals.  For example lion, elephant, leopard, giraffe, cheetah, hyena, springbok, two kinds of zebra, eland and many more species of wildlife are found here.  What makes this park unique is the floodlit waterholes at all the main camps.  Some of the camps even have photography hides near the waterholes.  Of course, Etosha National Park is any photographer or nature lover’s dream.  Most of the lodges have private decks or verandas to observe the pristine landscape.  You can see the white salt etched against the desert backdrop on this Etosha National Park satellite map.  Because of the salt, animals can get a lot of nutrients from the earth here.  Also, the wildlife is quite easily spotted because the plant life is so sparse.  To sum up, Etosha is a unique landscape and travelers will tell you it’s an unforgettable experience.  Prime destination for nature lovers combined with excellent service and cuisine!  Etosha Village uniquely combines affordability with comfort and delivers the perfect safari style experience in a private and protected reserve directly adjacent to the Etosha National Park, near Okaukuejo.  At Etosha Village nature and luxury are in perfect harmony through design and comfort.  Besides the 55 accommodation units and camping facilities, Etosha Village has three restaurant seating areas, a unique bar with a big screen television, a sparkling pool plus two kiddies pools as well as a well-stocked utility and curio shop.  The individual units offer a spacious air-conditioned bedroom and a modern en-suite bathroom with shower.  The patio and outside seating area create an ideal space to sit back, relax and enjoy the beauty that surrounds you.  The Etosha Village Camp Site is nestled in the spectacular green and gold Mopane forests surrounding Etosha National Park, and caters for both Groups as well as individual travellers.

Windhoek – Nambia
LODGE:  WINDHOEK COUNTRY CLUB RESORT

Windhoek is the capital of Namibia, in the country’s central highlands.  South of the city, the sprawling Heroes’ Acre war memorial commemorates Namibia’s 1990 independence.  On a hilltop in the city center are the 1890s Alte Feste, a former military headquarters with historical exhibits, and Independence Memorial Museum.  Colonial influences are visible in nearby buildings like the sandstone Lutheran Christus Church.  Windhoek lies in a pretty valley, with buildings very much in the German architectural style.  The four-star Windhoek Country Club Resort is the final word in luxury and entertainment in Namibia. Exceptional service, luxury accommodation and a tranquil desert setting, have ensured that the hotel maintains its premier position in the Namibian tourism industry.

NOTE:   Optional Add On’s & Room Upgrades –  Available at an Additional Costs – see day to day info below.

DAY 1:  AZAMARE LUXURY GUEST HOUSE – Camps Bay – CAPE TOWN

On arrival in Cape Town.   Car Rental – collect car and continue to Hotel.    Do City Tour with Red Bus (Hop-on-hop off) or go visit Table Mountain Cable Car (ticket will be valid for both days in Cape Town, so clients can decide when to go).    

• Included:  BB and overnight in a Luxury Room
• Optional/Add On:  Car Rental

DAY 2:  AZAMARE LUXURY GUEST HOUSE – Camps Bay – CAPE TOWN

Begin the day with an exploration of vibrant Cape Town, wandering through the multicultural Bo-Kaap neighborhood. Continue to Boulders Beach to see the resident population of African penguins, and continue to the Cape Point lighthouse and the Cape of Good Hope, the south western most point in Africa. (entrances at own cost).  

• Included:  BB and overnight in a Luxury Room

DAY 3:  THE BAY GUEST VILLA – Lamberts Bay – Western Cape

View Western Cape Scenery while you drive to !Khwa Ttu San Cultural Centre.  Enjoy a San Guided Tour (1,5hrs) or cycling (own account).  Continue to Lambert’s Bay.  Arrive in Lambert’s Bay and opt to visit Bird Island, or stroll through this charming town.  There are some lovely restaurants to enjoy Dinner at.

• Included:  BB and overnight in Suite for Royalty or Carnival Room

DAY 4:  NOROTSHAME RIVER RESORT – NAMIBA Border on Orange River

Continue north and cross into Namibia.  Settle in by the banks of the Orange River with time to swim or just relax.  Dinner @ the Lodge – included.

• Included:  DBB and overnight Luxury River Edge Room

DAY 5:  ROADHOUSE CANYON – Gondwana – Fish River Canyon

Spend the morning relaxing on the banks of the Orange River, then continue to the Lodge and pop in @ Hobas to the  Fish River Canyon (Own Account).  Spend the rest of the day relaxing.  Dinner @ the Lodge – included.

• Included:  DBB and overnight in Standard Room

DAY 6:  SOSSUSVLEI LODGE – Sesriem – NAMIBIA

After enjoying breakfast, travel north and enjoy the dramatic Namibian landscapes as you head up towards Sesriem.  Arrive in the area in the late afternoon, where the towering red sand dunes of Sossusvlei form the gateway into the Namib Desert.  Here, you really feel as though you’re in the middle of nowhere.  Dinner @ the Lodge included.

• Included:  DBB and overnight in a Superior Unit

DAY 7:  SOSSUSVLEI LODGE – Sesriem – NAMIBIA

Explore the Sesriem Canyon, a small canyon typical of the area.  Then continue on to the breathtaking Sossusvlei Dunes, and climb the breathtaking Dune 45.  If you book the Sossusvlei Desert Walk you will have the chance to visit a clay pan surrounded by the world’s largest sand dunes and enclosing ancient dead trees.  Take a walk at the dunes and enjoy some free time to explore them on your own.  You can also visit Deadvlei  Sossusvlei.  Venture out into Deadvlei.  These drylands boast incredible contrasts of black dead trees amidst the white clay soil, surrounded by red sand dunes reaching up to 300 meters high.  We don’t want to spoil too much; go and see this unique site for yourselves – it’s a must for any traveller to Namibia.  Dinner @ the Lodge – included.

• Included:  DBB and overnight in a Superior Unit

DAY 8:  BEACH HOTEL – Swakopmund – NAMIBIA

En route to the Namibian coast, take a coffee break in Solitaire, a mystical village consisting of a filling station, general dealer/coffee shop, and small mechanical workshop.  Before arriving to Swakopmund, drive through Walvis Bay, the only town on the Namibian coastline that boasts a deep-sea harbour.  Enjoy a Morning Living Desert Tour – included.   Swakopmund has bizarre lunar landscapes, unforgettable sunsets, and prehistoric Welwitchia plants.  Dinner @ the Lodge – included.

• Included:  DBB + Morning Living Desert Tour and overnight in a Comfort Double Room

DAY 9:  BEACH HOTEL – Swakopmund – NAMIBIA

Today you are free at Leisure.  Visit Markets; Curio Shops.  Visit Mondesa Township Tour with local guide, Sandboarding ; Scenic Flight Forbidden Coast.  Dinner @ the Lodge – included.

• Included:  DBB and overnight in a Comfort Double Room
• Optional/Add On:  Scenic Flight – various available

DAY 10:  ETOSHA VILLAGE LODGE – Okaukuejo – NAMIBIA

Enter Etosha National Park and enjoy a short safari drive as you drive to Camp / Lodge.  Begin moving east into the interior of Namibia.  On this route, pass through a lunar landscape and see the imposing Spitzkoppe, also known as the “Matterhorn” of Namibia, in the distance.  Free at Leisure.  PM Game Drive & Dinner – Included.

• Included:  DBB + PM Game Drive and overnight in a Luxury Unit

DAY 11:  ETOSHA VILLAGE LODGE – Okaukuejo – NAMIBIA

Full Day Wildlife Safari – Etosha Open Vehicle Wildlife Safari Drive in 4×4 – included.  Dinner @ the Lodge – included.

• Included:  DBB + Full Day Wildlife Safari Drive in Etosha and overnight in a Luxury Unit

DAY 12:  WINDHOEK COUNTRY CLUB RESORT & CASINO – Windhoek – NAMIBIA

Transfer to Windhoek and visit the Penduka Village Restaurant & Shop.  Lunch can also be enjoyed here (own Cost). 

• Included:  BB and overnight in a Executive Suite

DAY 13 – DEPARTURE WINDHOEK

Depart Windhoek.

• Included:  BB

PACKAGE INCLUDES:

•  Accommodation as stated (or alternative if not available – this will be communicated to the clients)
•  Breakfast daily
•  8 x Dinners
• 1 x Morning Living Desert Tour – Namib Desert
•  1 x Full Day Game Drive – Etosha Village
•  1 x Sundowners Game Drive – Etosha Village

PACKAGE EXCLUDES:

•  Porterage – not included
•  Transport (Car Rental available to add on / as Option)
•  Flights back & from your Hometown
•  Medical Insurance (for clients own account)
•  Visa’s (clients need to arrange where needed themselves)
•  Service Fees at Restaurants / Lodges not included for staff
•  Entrances at own costs (as indicated in the day to day information)
•  Meals not included in itinerary (see day by day) will be at clients own cost

OPTIONAL ADD ON’s:  Available on various days of the Tour (See Day to Day) at an Additional Costs.