Itinerary
- Day 1
Departure to Windhoek
Your flight to Windhoek, Namibia gets you started. Settle in during the flight and start thinking about what's coming next with the desert and wildlife waiting for you.
- Day 2
Windhoek to Kalahari Desert
After picking up your rental car at Windhoek airport, you'll drive into the Kalahari Desert watching the landscape change around you. Keep an eye out for wildlife as the terrain shifts. By evening you'll be at your glamping tent in this red-dune area. Take a swim, soak in the views, and head up to the highest dune nearby to catch the sunset.
Included Activities
- Rental car pickup at Windhoek airport
- Self-drive through the Kalahari Desert
- Pool access at glamping accommodation
- Sunset viewing from desert dune
Landmarks Kalahari Desert - Day 3
Kalahari Desert to Namib Desert
Head out early to see the sunrise over the Kalahari dunes. Then drive through the mountainous Tsaris Pass, watching for wildlife as things shift toward the Namib Desert. You'll arrive at your next glamping spot near Sesriem Canyon and Sossusvlei. Spend the evening by the campfire or bar under the stars.
Included Activities
- Sunrise viewing in Kalahari Desert
- Self-drive through Tsaris Pass
- Transfer to Namib Desert glamping accommodation
- Evening campfire or bar experience
Landmarks Tsaris Pass Namib-Naukluft National Park Sesriem Canyon Sossusvlei 
- Day 4
Sossusvlei and Deadvlei
Start before dawn to get to Sossusvlei when the sun comes up and the Namib Desert glows in red hues. Drive through Namib-Naukluft National Park, then hike or take a shuttle to Big Daddy dune for views across the landscape. After that, explore Deadvlei with its white salt pan and ancient camel thorn trees standing like sculptures.
Included Activities
- Sunrise visit to Sossusvlei
- Self-drive through Namib-Naukluft National Park
Optional Activities
- Shuttle service at Sossusvlei (payable on site)
- Sossusvlei & Deadvlei Tour
Landmarks Sossusvlei Big Daddy Dune Deadvlei Namib-Naukluft National Park - Day 5
Namib Desert to Swakopmund
Drive through the gorges of Gaub and Kuiseb as the desert gradually shifts to coastal scenery. Watch for pink flamingos at Walvis Bay lagoon, then arrive in Swakopmund where German colonial architecture meets African landscapes. Explore the charming old town and try local specialties like Black Forest gateau.
Included Activities
- Self-drive through Gaub and Kuiseb Gorges
- Flamingo viewing at Walvis Bay
- Transfer to Swakopmund
Landmarks Gaub Gorge Kuiseb Gorge Walvis Bay Swakopmund 
- Day 6
Swakopmund
Spend the day enjoying Swakopmund's coastal atmosphere with sea breezes and seagulls. Walk through the colonial old town and check out the iconic red and white lighthouse. Relax on the beach, then head to the historic jetty by evening to watch the sunset over the Atlantic with a drink.
Included Activities
- Exploration of Swakopmund old town
- Lighthouse viewing
- Beach time
- Jetty visit for sunset
Optional Activities
- Swakopmund Museum visit (admission payable on site)
Landmarks Swakopmund Lighthouse Swakopmund Museum Swakopmund Jetty - Day 7
Swakopmund to Windhoek
Drive back to Windhoek in the morning light. Check out the capital's vibrant markets and street food spots, grab coffee at cool cafes, and soak in the African culture and urban vibes. You can also take an optional guided township tour to meet locals and hear their authentic stories.
Included Activities
- Self-drive from Swakopmund to Windhoek
- Exploration of Windhoek markets and street food
- Café visits
Optional Activities
- Windhoek City & Township Tour with local guide
Landmarks Windhoek - Day 8
Windhoek to Victoria Falls
Fly from Windhoek to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. After landing, transfer through lush landscapes filled with huge trees and birdsong. As you get closer, you'll hear the distant roar of the falls. Experience the spray, the mist, and the sheer power of one of the world's largest waterfalls with millions of liters crashing down and rainbows appearing everywhere.
Included Activities
- Flight from Windhoek to Victoria Falls
- Private transfer to accommodation
- Victoria Falls viewing
Landmarks Victoria Falls - Day 9
Victoria Falls Adventures
Start with birdsong and nature sounds in your chalet. Today you'll choose your Victoria Falls experience: helicopter views from above, bungee jumping off the bridge, walking through the rainforest along the falls' edge, or a sunset cruise along the Zambezi River. All activities are optional but worth considering.
Optional Activities
- Helicopter flight over Victoria Falls
- Bungee jumping at Victoria Falls Bridge
- Rainforest walk along Victoria Falls edge
- Sunset cruise on the Zambezi River
- Boat trip to Livingstone Island & Pool Dip at Victoria Falls
Landmarks Victoria Falls Victoria Falls Bridge Zambezi River - Day 10
Chobe National Park Safari
Get up early for a safari adventure in Botswana's Chobe National Park. Cross into Botswana and spot massive elephant herds (over 120,000 live here), giraffes, and lions from your jeep. Enjoy lunch with river views, then switch to a boat safari where you'll see elephants splashing and crocodiles floating by. Watch the sky turn purple as the sun sets.
Included Activities
- Game drive in Chobe National Park with English-speaking guide
- Safari cruise on Chobe River with wildlife viewing
- Lunch with river views
Landmarks Chobe National Park Chobe River - Day 11
Victoria Falls to Johannesburg
Leave Victoria Falls and fly to Johannesburg, South Africa. Pick up your new rental car and explore the capital. Have a hearty dinner at Nelson Mandela Square, check out the Neighbourgoods Market if it's the weekend, explore colorful street art and jazz clubs in Maboneng, and finish with drinks at a rooftop bar.
Included Activities
- Flight from Victoria Falls to Johannesburg
- Rental car pickup
- Self-drive to accommodation
Optional Activities
- Nelson Mandela Square dinner
- Neighbourgoods Market visit
- Maboneng exploration (street art, boutiques, jazz clubs)
- Rooftop bar visit
- Food tour through Johannesburg
Landmarks Nelson Mandela Square Neighbourgoods Market Maboneng - Day 12
Johannesburg to Northern Kruger National Park
Head out of the city into South Africa's wilderness. Drive through spectacular scenery with multiple viewpoints for photos. Stop at Blyde River Canyon, a slight detour that's worth your time. Arrive at your glamping lodge on the edge of Kruger National Park, ready for safari adventures ahead.
Included Activities
- Self-drive from Johannesburg to Kruger area
- Viewpoint stops along the route
- Visit to Blyde River Canyon
Landmarks Blyde River Canyon Kruger National Park - Day 13
Northern Kruger National Park Safari
Start your self-drive safari with your morning coffee. It's just you, your rental car, and the Kruger landscape. Encounter elephants crossing the road, spot giraffes in treetops, and watch herds of zebras and antelopes at the waterhole. Your camera will be working overtime as your adrenaline builds with each wildlife sighting.
Included Activities
- Self-drive safari in Kruger National Park
Optional Activities
- Half-day safari in Kruger National Park
- Morning safari through Kruger National Park
- Evening safari through Kruger National Park
- Full day safari through Kruger National Park
Landmarks Kruger National Park - Day 14
Northern Kruger to Southern Kruger
Choose your day: continue safari in Kruger for lions and elephants, or take the panoramic route with waterfalls, canyons, and rock formations like Three Rondavels and Bourke's Luck Potholes. End at your lodge on the Crocodile River edge, where you can relax by the pool and watch wildlife pass by.
Included Activities
- Self-drive to Southern Kruger National Park
- Pool access at lodge
Optional Activities
- Safari in Kruger National Park
- Panoramic route with Three Rondavels, Bourke's Luck Potholes, and God's Window
Landmarks Kruger National Park Three Rondavels Bourke's Luck Potholes God's Window Crocodile River - Day 15
Southern Kruger National Park Safari
Head out on a Big Five hunt through Kruger with your camera. Spot giraffes, elephants bathing in mud, zebras grazing, and listen for lions roaring. You might even see a leopard. Every moment in the park offers opportunities for unforgettable wildlife encounters.
Included Activities
- Self-drive safari in Kruger National Park
Optional Activities
- Half-day safari in Kruger National Park
- Morning safari through Kruger National Park
- Evening safari through Kruger National Park
- Full day safari through Kruger National Park
Landmarks Kruger National Park - Day 16
Southern Kruger to Pretoria
Wake to birdsong instead of an alarm, then shift from safari mode to city vibes. Drive to Pretoria and visit the Union Buildings, where Nelson Mandela was sworn in as South Africa's first black president. Feel the history, enjoy skyline views, and soak up the atmosphere. October brings added beauty as jacaranda trees turn the city purple.
Included Activities
- Self-drive from Southern Kruger to Pretoria
- Union Buildings visit
Landmarks Union Buildings - Day 17
Pretoria to Cape Town
Return your rental car and fly to Cape Town. After landing, transfer to your accommodation and head straight to the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront with street performers, hip stores, and cafes. Table Mountain dominates the skyline. Optionally ride the Cape Wheel for 360 degree city views or visit the historic Castle of Good Hope.
Included Activities
- Flight from Pretoria to Cape Town
- Private transfer to accommodation
- Victoria and Alfred Waterfront exploration
Optional Activities
- Cape Wheel ride (payable locally)
- Castle of Good Hope visit
Landmarks Victoria and Alfred Waterfront Table Mountain Cape Wheel Castle of Good Hope - Day 18
Cape of Good Hope and Boulders Beach
Visit Boulders Beach first, where adorable penguins waddle through sand and chill between granite rocks. Then head to Cape Point and choose: take a sporty walk or ride the cog railroad to the summit. At the top, gaze out at False Bay and the Atlantic Ocean in a panorama that captures true freedom.
Included Activities
- Visit to Boulders Beach
- Penguin viewing
Optional Activities
- Cog railroad at Cape Point (payable on site)
- Boulders Beach, Cape Point & Cape of Good Hope tour
Landmarks Boulders Beach Cape Point Cape of Good Hope False Bay - Day 19
Cape Town
Start with a relaxed morning coffee and stroll through vibrant downtown Cape Town. Browse Long Street, visit boutique shops, and see the legendary Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel. Then take the optional gondola up Table Mountain for wow-moment views of the skyline, sea, and Lion's Head. Choose your finale: relax at Camps Bay Beach or explore Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens.
Included Activities
- Downtown Cape Town exploration
- Long Street stroll
- Boutique shopping
Optional Activities
- Table Mountain gondola ride (payable on site)
- Camps Bay Beach visit
- Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens visit
- Helicopter flight over Cape Town
Landmarks Long Street Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel Table Mountain Lion's Head Camps Bay Beach Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens - Day 20
Departure from Cape Town
Pack your suitcases and take one last look at Cape Town before heading to the airport. As your plane takes off, watch South Africa's mountains, beaches, and streets turn into a colorful mosaic below. Reflect on the incredible journey and the memories that will stay with you.
Included Activities
- Transfer to Cape Town airport
- Day 21
Arrival
You're home now. Your head might still be somewhere between safari, beaches, and sunsets, but you've landed. Share the best travel stories with friends and family, knowing this adventure will stay with you forever.
