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Cape & Dunes Northbound: Wildlife & Starry Night Skies

Now's the time to explore Africa on your terms with this tour that's affordable for young travellers. From bustling city streets to sand dunes and safaris, the sites of Africa will have your eyes (and mouth) wide open at every turn. This quintessential 13-day adventure takes you from a thrilling wildlife safari drive through Etosha National Park to the bizarre lunar landscapes of Swakopmund and camping experiences where you'll doze off underneath big African skies. Your rugged Lando (overland adventure vehicle) will get you to the sites safely, an expert CEO (Chief Experience Officer) to take care of the hassles, and plenty of optional excursions, you’ll be free to absorb the spirit of these lively countries.

13 DaysCape Town to Windhoek
Valid on May 5 2026Trip Code: DADO
From $1639.2 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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Cape & Dunes Northbound: Wildlife & Starry Night Skies - Itinerary

Trip Start: Cape TownTrip End: Windhoek

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

Cape & Dunes Northbound: Wildlife & Starry Night Skies - Itinerary

Trip Start: Cape TownTrip End: Windhoek
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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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 Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
  • Fish River Canyon, Park fees for Dune 45, Sesriem Canyon, and Spitzkoppe entrance fees
  • Etosha NP entrance with wildlife safari drives
  • Waterberg Plateau visit
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
Accommodations
  • Hostel (3 nts, multi-share), participation camping (9 nts)
Meals
  • 11 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 9 dinners
Transportation
  • Lando (overland adventure vehicle), walking.
Staff & experts
  • 2 CEOs (Chief Experience Officers) throughout as head guide/cook and driver, local guides.

Cape & Dunes Northbound: Wildlife & Starry Night Skies Departure Dates

All Years

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Sun, Feb 08 2026Fri, Feb 20 2026Sold Out $2,049 USD
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Sun, Feb 15 2026Fri, Feb 27 2026Sold Out $2,049 USD
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Sun, Mar 29 2026Fri, Apr 10 2026Sold Out $2,049 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sun, Apr 12 2026Fri, Apr 24 2026Sold Out $2,049 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sun, Apr 19 2026Fri, May 01 2026Sold Out $1,741.65 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sun, May 31 2026Fri, Jun 12 2026Sold Out $2,049 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sun, Jun 07 2026Fri, Jun 19 2026Open (16)$1,639.2 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sun, Jul 19 2026Fri, Jul 31 2026Open (2)$2,249 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sun, Aug 02 2026Fri, Aug 14 2026Open (7)$2,249 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sun, Aug 09 2026Fri, Aug 21 2026Open (10)$2,249 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 Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends. Fish River Canyon, Park fees for Dune 45, Sesriem Canyon, and Spitzkoppe entrance fees. Etosha NP entrance with wildlife safari drives. Waterberg Plateau visit. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Soak up cosmopolitan Cape Town, take in the breathtaking view of the immense Fish River Canyon, tackle the world's largest sand dunes, get your adrenaline going with adventurous activities, snap shots of the "big five" in Etosha National Park

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.

• Please note that this tour combines with other G Adventures tours. As such, the staff and some travel companions on your tour may have previously been traveling together with G Adventures, prior to Day 1 of your tour. Likewise, some staff and travel companions may be continuing together on another G Adventures tour, after your trip concludes.

• An essential part of your overland safari is participation. The group is usually divided into small groups and given different tasks which change on a day to day basis, from kitchen duty group (helping in prepare meals and clean up afterwards), the packing group (sets up all tables and chairs outside) and the cleaning group (which cleans the truck by emptying the rubbish bin and brooming). it is all part of your adventure and when everyone puts in a little effort the trip will run smoothly. Your CEOs will lead the meal preparation, but we do ask the clients to help with some prep and cleaning. Team spirit is part of the fun! All camping equipment (with the exception of your sleeping bag and pillow) is supplied.


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.

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

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