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Southern Africa Overland: Cape Town, Falls & Kruger

Now's the time to explore Africa on your terms with this tour that's affordable for young travellers. Like action, adventure, and wildlife documentaries? Then you’re going to love this trip. The itinerary reads like a special double-issue of your favourite travel mag: towering sand dunes, impossibly deep canyons, wildlife safari drives in Etosha, Kruger, and Matobo National Parks, the bone-shaking roar of Victoria Falls, traditional dinner and dance, campouts under a sprawling blanket of stars — and that’s just the start! With expert CEOs (Chief Experience Officers) and loads of optional activities available, you’ll run out of time before you run out of things to do, see, and experience.

28 DaysCape Town to Johannesburg
Valid on May 5 2026Trip Code: DATJ
From $4299 USDIncluding taxes and fees

Is this tour for me?

Travel Style: 18-to-Thirtysomethings

Fast, fresh, and fun adventures that never slow down, made for young, budget-minded travellers.

Service Level: Camping

Camping most nights with some hotel/hostel stays to start and throughout; affordable public and private transport.

Physical Grading: 3 - Average

Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.

Merchandising: Planeterra Project

Trip Type: Small Group

Group trips average 12 travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The maximum is usually no more than 16, but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details.

Age requirements: 18-39

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Southern Africa Overland: Cape Town, Falls & Kruger - Itinerary

Trip Start: Cape TownTrip End: Johannesburg

DAY 1

Cape 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.

Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group:
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Connect With New Friends:
Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.

Hotel Sky Cape Town - Dorm Room:
Hotel Sky Cape Town - Dorm Room

Optional Activities

Southern Africa Overland: Cape Town, Falls & Kruger - Itinerary

Trip Start: Cape TownTrip End: Johannesburg
DAY 1
Cape Town

DAY 1

Cape 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.

Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group:
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Connect With New Friends:
Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.

Hotel Sky Cape Town - Dorm Room:
Hotel Sky Cape Town - Dorm Room

Optional Activities

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
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DAY 14
Windhoek/D'kar
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DAY 15
D'kar/Maun
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DAY 16
Maun/Okavango Delta
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DAY 17
Okavango Delta/Nata
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DAY 18
Nata/Kasane
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DAY 19
Kasane/Victoria Falls
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DAY 20
Victoria Falls
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DAY 21
Victoria Falls
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DAY 22
Victoria Falls/Matobo National Park
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DAY 23
Matobo National Park
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DAY 24
Matobo National Park/Tshipise
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DAY 25
Tshipise/Kruger National Park
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DAY 26
Kruger National Park/Greater Kruger Area
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DAY 27
Greater Kruger Area/Johannesburg
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DAY 28
Johannesburg
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What’s Included

  • Your G for Good Moment: !Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre, Yzerfontein
  • Your G for Good Moment: Penduka Village Restaurant & Shop, Windhoek
  • Your G for Good Moment: Dqae Qare San Lodge & Camp, Dekar
  • Your G for Good Moment: Lusumpuko Women's Club Lunch, Victoria Falls
  • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
  • Your Discover Moment: Victoria Falls
  • Fish River Canyon and Spitzkoppe entrances
  • Etosha and Kruger National Parks with wildlife safari drives
  • Waterberg Plateau visit
  • Okavango Delta overnight bush camping excursion
  • Guided rhino walk and open vehicle wildlife safari drive in Matobo National Park
  • Traditional dinner and local dancing
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
Accommodations
  • Participation camping (20 nts), permanent tented camp (1nt), simple hotel (1 nt, single or twin-share), hostel (1 nt, multi-share with 3-4 people), guesthouse (2 nts, multi-share with up to 10 people), basic bush camps (2 nts).
Meals
  • 24 breakfasts, 23 lunches, 17 dinners
Transportation
  • Lando (overland adventure vehicle), mokoro, open safari vehicle, walking.
Staff & experts
  • 2 CEOs (Chief Experience Officers) throughout as head guide/cook, driver and local guides.

Southern Africa Overland: Cape Town, Falls & Kruger Departure Dates

All Years

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Sun, Feb 08 2026Sat, Mar 07 2026Sold Out $4,299 USD
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Sun, Apr 19 2026Sat, May 16 2026Sold Out $4,299 USD
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Sun, May 31 2026Sat, Jun 27 2026Sold Out $4,299 USD
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Sun, Aug 09 2026Sat, Sep 05 2026Open (10)$4,899 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sun, Sep 20 2026Sat, Oct 17 2026Open (13)$4,599 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sun, Nov 29 2026Sat, Dec 26 2026Open (22)$4,299 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sun, Jan 10 2027Sat, Feb 06 2027Open (20)$4,599 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sun, Mar 21 2027Sat, Apr 17 2027Open (22)$4,299 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sun, May 02 2027Sat, May 29 2027Open (22)$4,299 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sun, Jul 11 2027Sat, Aug 07 2027Open (21)$4,899 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)

USEFUL INFO

Your G for Good Moment: !Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre, Yzerfontein
Your G for Good Moment: Penduka Village Restaurant & Shop, Windhoek
Your G for Good Moment: Dqae Qare San Lodge & Camp, Dekar
Your G for Good Moment: Lusumpuko Women's Club Lunch, Victoria Falls
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
Your Discover Moment: Victoria Falls. Fish River Canyon and Spitzkoppe entrances. Etosha and Kruger National Parks with wildlife safari drives. Waterberg Plateau visit. Okavango Delta overnight bush camping excursion. Guided rhino walk and open vehicle wildlife safari drive in Matobo National Park. Traditional dinner and local dancing. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Cruise the Okavango Delta in a traditional canoe, meet the San people, marvel at Fish River Canyon, spot the "big five" in Kruger National Park, discover the less-visited Zimbabwe

The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary.

VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you print a final copy of your Trip Details to review a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans.

While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission.

Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.

1. Please note that this trip is a combination of multiple G Adventures tours. As such, the staff and/or particular vehicles operating your tour may change between tour segments. You may also expect some group members to join or leave the tour, between tour segments.

2. This is not a physically demanding journey; however, travelling can be difficult, with long drives and poor road conditions at times. Despite this, most clients feel that the diversity of the African landscape, countries, culture and wildlife are all well worth the experience. We use a comfortable and safe customized safari truck for the long drives.

3. According to the WHO and CDC, there is no risk of yellow fever in Botswana. It is compulsory to show a valid Yellow Fever vaccination certificate if you are travelling to Botswana from a Yellow Fever endemic country, or have recently travelled to a Yellow Fever endemic country (with entry stamps in your passport), including the following countries (but not limited to): Angola, Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Republic of the Cote d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast) Equatorial Guinea, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea Zambia, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Liberia, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, São Tomé and Príncipe, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sudan, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda, Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, Trinidad and Tobago, Venezuela.

**We advise all travelers to Botswana who are coming from one of the above countries, or who have visited them in the last 10 years, to be prepared with a Yellow Fever vaccination certificate or letter from your doctor with proof of vaccination. Yellow Fever inoculations need to be administered at least 10 days prior to your entry into the country. Border officials in Botswana have been strictly enforcing these requirements. Travelers without the correct documentation run the risk of being denied entry, and will not be able to continue with the tour. (Any additional travel expenses will be on your own account.) **

4. An essential part of your safari is participation - from putting up your tent (while camping) or packing away in the morning, to helping with meal preparation and cleaning up - it is all part of your adventure and when everyone puts in a little effort the trip will run smoothly. Your CEOs will do all the meal preparation, but we do ask the clients to help with the washing up. Team spirit is part of the fun! All camping equipment (with the exception of your sleeping bag and pillow) is supplied. We supply dome tents and assembly/disassembly takes only 5 minutes. All tents have built-in insect nets. Mattresses are also available, which are approximately 4cm thick, warm and comfortable.

5. Sleeping bags can not be rented on any of our Africa overland or safari

6. Your CEO aims to provide you with the best service possible during your tour. They will be joining you in the back of the truck for a maximum of approximately 50% during driving, to answer questions and provide more information about the areas that you visit. They will spend the remainder of the driving time in front with the driver to enable them to make bookings, do planning and to fulfil other organizational requirements of the tour. During wildlife safari drives, your CEO will ensure to accompany you in the passenger area of the truck. This is of course because they have a lot of knowledge to share with you during these exciting wildlife safari drives. Please do not hesitate to ask your CEO any questions.

7. Please note that on all our Overland adventure vehicle (OAV) safaris there is a maximum of 22 people per vehicle.

8. VISAS. Please read the Visa section very carefully. Visas are your own responsibility. Always double check with the embassies what each countries requirement are.

9. Water-wise tips when visiting Cape Town:

Cape Town is currently experiencing one of the worst droughts it has seen in over 100 years, and while we want you to have the best time possible while there, here are some tips to help reduce your water usage:
- Bring a reusable water bottle, that you can fill with Cape Town’s tasty tap water.
- Reuse your towels in the hotel, for at least two days, before getting new ones.
- Keep your laundry until you have a full load to do, rather than just doing a handful of items.
- Turn off the tap when brushing your teeth, or shaving.
- Keep your showers to two minutes or less, and don’t use the bath.
- Use hand sanitizer, instead of washing hands.

10. MONEY EXCHANGE
We strongly advise that you bring ZAR or USD from your home country or exchange money before the start of the tour, to avoid delays on tour. Please see the Money Exchange section for more details.

11. DRONES
The use of drones in national parks in Southern Africa is prohibited.

12. OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Prices listed are indicative and may change seasonally or annually. Your CEO will confirm current rates while on tour.

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