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Introduction
This page is a sketchbook for all the participants to read about the itinerary. So far the Itinerary seems VERY interesting since we would be visiting 3 countries in the South of Africa. From my previous trips in Africa it does seem VERY exciting... The itinerary will cover Cage Diving, Game Drives (Driving though Wildlife Parks), Quad Biking, and many more activities!
What to Expect
This is by no means a relaxing trip with 23 days on the beach sunbathing. We will be traveling by car sometimes on rough terrains for several hours on some days, and maybe arriving at sundown to setup camp. Hotels/rooms/hostels have not been included in the fare, but from what I have been told, for an extra 10/20 US Dollars (per room) a night it should be possible to stay in a Hotel if the group prefers so. Nonetheless in this itinerary there aren't many hotels to go to... Facilites are good in any case in camp sites. We will be buying provisions for the trip every few days, and mostly cooking on the camp site for breakfast and dinner. Lunches are mostly improvised with a sandwich maybe.
A desirable gadget to have:
A Satellite Phone will be available to place calls. This phone will work in any corner of the world for as long as it has a view of the sky, be it the Polar ice caps, or the middle of a desert. We will have it available for emergency calls (if needed) and for reporting our location in case we lag behind schedule, or just to call home to check-in with friends/family.
What to pack
This is mostly subjective, but please bear in mind that we cannot carry large suitcases. It's better to have two smaller soft bags than one larger one for packing purposes.
The following Camping equipment WILL be provided.
- Tent
- Table, Chairs
- Stove with gas
- pans and pots
- dishes and cuttlery
You will need your own sleeping bag and pillow, since these are regarded as personal items.
Have a look at the Equipment List provided for an indication of what to bring!
Previous Trips
If you want to look at our previous trips in Africa go to our Past Trips section of this website.
Visa Information
Please Refer to the Visa Information Page to know whether your passport requires a visa.
Itinerary
Dates
- Start: MidJuly
- Duration: 23 days
Day to Day
| Day 1 | Depart London |
| Day 2 | Arrive Johannesburg earliest flight possibly, travel to XXX |
| Day 3 | XXX – Ghanzi Trailblazers Traditional Bushman dancing. |
| Day 4 | Morning at Ghanzi Trailblazers Walk in bush with hunter/gatherers. Afternoon: Grab a bite to eat and depart for Maun. Should arrive in time for scenic flight for those who wish to do it. |
| Day 5 | Mokoro trip into Delta. |
| Day 6 | Maun – Bagani (camp at Popa Falls on Okavango River) |
| Day 7 | Bagani – Rundu – Grootfontein – Tsumeb – Sachsenheim |
| Day 8 | Enter Etosha Nat Park and gamedrive the Namutoni area, working our way towards Halali Camp where we can stop for a rest & grab a bite to eat. Afternoon: Start again and eventually arrive at Okaukuejo Camp where we can overnight |
| Day 9 | Etosha – Kamanjab – Opuwo (Himba village) The Himba village is about 15 km’s from Opuwo |
| Day 10 | Relaxing day at the Epupa Falls on the Kunene River (Angola is on other side) |
| Day 11 | Early departure from Epupa, back via Opuwo & Kamanjab – Khorixas – Petrified Forest – Twyfelfontein where we overnight. |
| Day 12 | Twyfelfontein – Skeleton Coast – Cape Cross Seal Reserve – Swakopmund |
| Day 13 | Day in Swakopmund. Washing, Shopping, Quad Bikes on Sand Dunes Between Swakopmund & Walvis Bay you have the incredible desert sand dunes, and a 1.5 – 2 hour quad-bike trip into the dunes (www.namibiadesertexplorers.com) |
| Day 14 | Swakopmund – Solitaire (best apple-pie in the world!) – Sesriem/Sossosvlei (Sesriem Canyon is only 5 minutes’ driving from the campsite). With a nice early departure from Swakopmund we should be at Sesriem campsite around lunchtime; quickly get camp stuff sorted out and head for the dunes!! |
| Day 15 | Sossosvlei via Helmeringhausen, Bethanie & Seeheim to Hobas (Fish River Canyon). Hobas to Ai Ais hot spring pool |
| Day 16 | Ai Ais – border –XXX |
| Day 17 | XXX - Cape Town Evening in Cape Town |
| Day 18 | Morning in Cape Town, Table Mountain Afternon: Cape Town - Cape Point - Gans Bay |
| Day 19 | Morning: Gans Bay White Shark Cage Diving Afternon: Gans Bay - L’Agulhas - Plettenberg Bay |
| Day 20 | Free day This day is used to catch-up in case we are lagging behind on the trip |
| Day 21 | Plettenberg Bay –XXX |
| Day 22 | XXX - Johannesburg Evening/Night Flight to London |
| Day 23 | Arrive London |
Map
Means of Transportation
- 4x4 Vehicle
Registration
Quote per person (departure from London)......................................... TBA
To be paid as follows:
- Air Tickets to be paid in advance to confirm place and small deposit to secure trip with rep in South Africa
- Vehicle Rental to be paid upon arrival
- Group Wallet to be filled up along the trip for camping and gas expenses
What does it include?
- The Quote will include:
Air Fare from London
All ground transportation and petrol discussed in the itinerary
All camp sites we will be staying in
Meals (All Breakfasts and Dinners, and might include light lunch)
Basic field equipment (table, chairs, cooking/eating utensils, gas & 2-plate cooker, etc)
National Park daily conservation fees
- Border Crossing Taxes and Tolls
What the Quote DOES NOT include:
The quote will not include personal expenses and activities not included during the planning stage. Personal Money to be brought can be discussed as a group before departure, or contact me with any questions.
How To Register
Contact Jonathan or Paula for more info.
Contact
For any info please contact your group coordinator, or otherwise Jonathan can be contacted by email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
