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Journeys: Cape Town, Kruger & Namibia

Discover the wonders of South Africa and Namibia on this extraordinary adventure, traveling from captivating Cape Town and the wilds of Kruger National Park to the dramatic dunes of the world’s oldest desert. Gaze out over the Atlantic seaboard from iconic Table Mountain; track the famed "big five" in a private game reserve alongside a researcher from the National Geographic–sponsored Big Cats Initiative; and enjoy a Sandwich Harbour and Skeleton Coast Excursion in Namibia's oldest desert.

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19 DaysCape Town to Windhoek
Valid on May 5 2026Trip Code: DSANG
From $6824.25 USDIncluding taxes and fees

Is this tour for me?

Travel Style: National Geographic Journeys

Greater exploration, insider access, and the freedom to roam – all without sacrificing comfort.

Service Level: Upgraded

Quality accommodations and more inclusions than on other G Adventures tours, like meals, private transport, and activities.

Physical Grading: 2 - Light

Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.

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: 12+

All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

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Journeys: Cape Town, Kruger & Namibia - Itinerary

Trip Start: Cape TownTrip End: Windhoek

DAY 1

Cape Town

Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer is included.

Transport:
You will be met at the airport and transferred to the hotel to start your adventure.

Arrival Day and Welcome Meeting:
Meet your Cape Town G Adventures representative at the hotel - please have a look at the information board in the hotel for the meeting time. Your rep will go through your tour details, help you with booking optional activities, and be your contact person for the next few days.

The Portswood Hotel:
The Portswood Hotel

Journeys: Cape Town, Kruger & Namibia - Itinerary

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

DAY 1

Cape Town

Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer is included.

Transport:
You will be met at the airport and transferred to the hotel to start your adventure.

Arrival Day and Welcome Meeting:
Meet your Cape Town G Adventures representative at the hotel - please have a look at the information board in the hotel for the meeting time. Your rep will go through your tour details, help you with booking optional activities, and be your contact person for the next few days.

The Portswood Hotel:
The Portswood Hotel

DAY 2
Cape Town
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DAY 3
Cape Town
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DAY 4
Cape Town/Johannesburg
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DAY 5
Johannesburg/Greater Kruger Area
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DAY 6
Kruger National Park
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DAY 7
Greater Kruger Area/Karongwe Private Game Reserve
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DAY 8
Karongwe Private Game Reserve
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DAY 9
Karongwe Private Game Reserve/Johannesburg
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DAY 10
Johannesburg/Windhoek
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DAY 11
Windhoek/Sesriem
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DAY 12
Sesriem
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DAY 13
Sesriem/Swakopmund
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DAY 14
Swakopmund
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DAY 15
Swakopmund
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DAY 16
Swakopmund/Etosha National Park Area
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DAY 17
Etosha National Park Area
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DAY 18
Etosha National Park Area/Windhoek
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DAY 19
Windhoek
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What’s Included

  • Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Kirstenbosch Guided Walk, Cape Town
  • Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Carnivore Conservation Experience, Karongwe Private Game Reserve
  • Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Mondesa Township Walk, Swakopmund
  • Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Cheetah Conservation Experience, Otjiwarongo
  • Your Foodie Moment: Boma Braai, Karongwe Private Game Reserve
  • Your Discover Moment: Swakopmund
  • Arrival transfer
  • Orientation drive of Cape Town
  • Excursion to Cape Point and Boulders Beach
  • Soweto tour
  • Panorama Route scenic drive with entrances
  • Kruger National Park and private nature reserve wildlife safari drives in open vehicles
  • Sossusvlei desert excursion
  • Desert excursion with a local
  • Sandwich Harbour & Skeleton Coast Excursion
  • Full-day open-vehicle wildlife safari drive in Etosha
  • Internal flights
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
  • Hotel – 9 nts, Lodge – 7 nts, Comfortable tent or chalets – 2 nts.
Meals
  • 18 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 12 dinners
Transportation
  • Air-conditioned touring vehicle, 4x4, open safari vehicle, plane, walking.
Staff & experts
  • National Geographic Expedition Leader, local Expedition Leader in Cape Town, local guides/rangers.

Journeys: Cape Town, Kruger & Namibia Departure Dates

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USEFUL INFO

Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Kirstenbosch Guided Walk, Cape Town
Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Carnivore Conservation Experience, Karongwe Private Game Reserve
Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Mondesa Township Walk, Swakopmund
Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Cheetah Conservation Experience, Otjiwarongo
Your Foodie Moment: Boma Braai, Karongwe Private Game Reserve
Your Discover Moment: Swakopmund. Arrival transfer. Orientation drive of Cape Town. Excursion to Cape Point and Boulders Beach. Soweto tour. Panorama Route scenic drive with entrances. Kruger National Park and private nature reserve wildlife safari drives in open vehicles. Sossusvlei desert excursion. Desert excursion with a local. Sandwich Harbour & Skeleton Coast Excursion. Full-day open-vehicle wildlife safari drive in Etosha. Internal flights. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Explore vibrant Cape Town, Enjoy a traditional South African barbecue, Look out for the Big Five on wildlife safaris, Experience a traditional dinner, Visit the Cheetah Conservation Fund

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 view a final copy of your Trip Details 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. TRAVEL DAYS
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 air-conditioned tour vehicle for the long drives.

2. COMBO TOUR
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

3.YELLOW FEVER
South Africa is to enforce new rules requiring proof of Yellow Fever vaccination for all travelers - even in airport transit - who have been in Zambia or other countries where the disease is endemic. The stricter guidelines, effective 01 Oct 2011, will see pax without an international Yellow Fever certificate refused entry.

4. ACCOMMODATION
Please note, if you have not booked MOR (my own room) for this trip, you might be sharing a room for your stay in Cape Town, as well as for the rest of the tour. Please ask at check-in at the hotel in Cape Town if you will be sharing your room.

5. Water-wise tips when visiting Cape Town:

- 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.

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

7. ACCOMMODATION NOTE:
Please be aware that properties we stay in with only two stories may not have elevators installed and climbing the stairs with your luggage will be necessary.

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