I am interested in seeing the Welwitschia plants (commonly called the tree tumbo) found near Swakopmund, Namibia. Will the tour go to any locations where it is located?

You will definitely be able to see the Welwitschia plants in Etosha National Park and the Namib Desert. I am not entirely sure if you will be close enough to where they grow in Swakopmund.

Would it be possible to get information on the average age of the group and the age span of the group currently signed up for the tour with the departure date 7th December 2025.

On this departure we have just one space left! Travellers are born from the late 1980s to early 2000s, we have a mix of males and females, mostly solo travellers with a few couples/pairs of friends.

Would it be possible to accommodate this in this tour ? How much time will we spend in Cape Town ? Is it reasonable for me ? Do you offer the same tour starting from 18th or 19th of March ?

The tour is in Cape Town for a day and a half, then it moves to the next city. There are no planned activities on the first day of the tour, just the welcome meeting in the evening. We only have this tour available in May for the 16th.

Is there one place that could be available for 1 person?

The August 3rd departure is fully sold out. The next available dates are June 15th or August 10th.

What should I do if I need to contact the tour operator?

You can reach out to us via the Ask a Question button for any inquiries.

How can I make payments for the tour?

Payments can be made through various methods including credit card, bank transfer, or online payment platforms. Ensure you complete all payment steps as per instructions.

Can I do this as a single female traveler? How would accomodation be like?

Yes, a solo female traveller can definitely book onto our tours. This tour is in our 18-Thirtysomething travel style, which means some accommodation will be multi-share (hostels and hotels). For the Camping portion, it would be Twin Share and you would be paired with another solo female traveller. The camps have flush toilets, and showers at some camps are outdoors, having simple reed enclosures for privacy. In Swakopmund, we stay in backpacker's (hostels) or small guest houses, which will give us a break from camping and to be better located than the campgrounds in the area. Here, the accommodation is based on several people sharing dormitory-style rooms, with possibly 6 to 8 people sharing a room.

What support is available during the tour?

Continuous support is available during the tour through our local guides and tour leader. Emergency contact numbers are also provided for immediate assistance.

What are the essential items to pack for the tour?

Essential items include comfortable clothing, walking shoes, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a reusable water bottle. A detailed packing list will be provided.

What is the group size for the tour?

The tours are designed for a variety of group sizes, with options to accommodate different numbers of travelers.

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Namibia has become one of my favourite countries. The tour was amazing and don't let you be discouraged by the camping, is not that bad.
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Platinum Operator: G Adventures
Safari: Track iconic wildlife on unforgettable game drives
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 10 - 22
Ages 18-39

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Itinerary

Day 1
Cape Town
Cape Town
Accommodation
Hotel (CURIOCITY Green Point Cape Town - Dorm room), Hotel (Hotel Sky Cape Town - Dorm Room)
Included Activities
- Meet Your CEO and Group
- Connect With New Friends
Optional Activities
- South African Wine Tour and Tasting
Day 2
Cape Town to Cederberg
Cape Town to Cederberg
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Camping (Highlanders Campsite), Camping (Highlanders Campsite and Lodge)
Included Activities
- !Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre
Landmarks
!Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre
Day 3
Cederberg to Orange River
Cederberg to Orange River
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Camping (Fiddlers Creek Camping), Camping (Paddle Power Fiddlers Creek Campsite)
Optional Activities
- Canoe Excursion on Orange River
Landmarks
Orange River
Day 4
Orange River to Fish River Canyon
Orange River to Fish River Canyon
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Camping (Hobas Lodge Campsite)
Included Activities
- Border Crossing (South Africa - Namibia)
- Fish River Canyon Visit at Sunset
Landmarks
Fish River Canyon
Day 5
Fish River Canyon to Namib Desert
Fish River Canyon to Namib Desert
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Camping (Sossus Oasis Camp Site)
Landmarks
Sossusvlei
Day 6
Namib Desert
Namib Desert
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Camping (Sossus On Foot Bushman's Desert Camp), Camping (Bushman's Desert Camp Sossus on foot Desert Walk)
Included Activities
- Dune 45 Visit
- Sesriem Canyon Visit
Optional Activities
- Deadvlei Visit
- Namib Desert Walk
Landmarks
Dune 45
Deadvlei
Sesriem Canyon
Solitaire
Day 7
Namib Desert to Swakopmund
Namib Desert to Swakopmund
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Amanpuri Backpackers)
Landmarks
Swakopmund
Day 8
Swakopmund
Swakopmund
Accommodation
Hotel (Amanpuri Backpackers)
Optional Activities
- Swakopmund Skydiving
- Skeleton Coast Scenic Flight
- Sandboarding in the Namib Desert
- Mondesa Township Tour
Landmarks
Skeleton Coast
Day 9
Swakopmund to Spitzkoppe
Swakopmund to Spitzkoppe
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Camping (Spitzkoppe Rest Camp), Hotel (Spitzkoppe Community Restcamp)
Landmarks
Spitzkoppe
Day 10
Spitzkoppe to Etosha National Park
Spitzkoppe to Etosha National Park
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (NWR Etosha NP Okaukeujo Restcamp), Hotel (Okaukeujo Restcamp)
Included Activities
- Etosha National Park Wildlife Safari Drive (Lando)
Optional Activities
- Etosha Open Vehicle Wildlife Safari Night Drive
Landmarks
Etosha National Park
Day 11
Etosha National Park
Etosha National Park
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (NWR Etosha NP Okaukeujo Restcamp), Hotel (Okaukeujo Restcamp)
Included Activities
- Etosha National Park Wildlife Safari Drive (Lando)
Landmarks
Etosha National Park
Day 12
Etosha National Park to Waterberg Plateau
Etosha National Park to Waterberg Plateau
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Camping (Waterberg Campsite)
Landmarks
Waterberg Plateau
Day 13
Waterberg Plateau to Windhoek
Waterberg Plateau to Windhoek
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Delicious included lunch at Penduka Village Restaurant & Shop)
Included Activities
- Penduka Village Restaurant & Shop
- Departure Day
Landmarks
Penduka Village Restaurant & Shop
Windhoek

Landmarks
!Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre

Landmarks
Orange River

Landmarks
Fish River Canyon

Landmarks
Sossusvlei

Landmarks
Dune 45
Deadvlei
Sesriem Canyon
Solitaire

Landmarks
Swakopmund

Landmarks
Skeleton Coast

Landmarks
Spitzkoppe

Landmarks
Etosha National Park

Landmarks
Etosha National Park

Landmarks
Waterberg Plateau

Landmarks
Penduka Village Restaurant & Shop
Windhoek

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Insurance
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Where You'll Stay

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CURIOCITY Green Point Cape Town - Dorm room
Hotel
day 1
Hotel Sky Cape Town - Dorm Room
Hotel
day 1
Highlanders Campsite
Camping
day 2
Highlanders Campsite and Lodge
Camping
day 2
Fiddlers Creek Camping
Camping
day 3
Paddle Power Fiddlers Creek Campsite
Camping
day 3
Hobas Lodge Campsite
Camping
day 4
Sossus Oasis Camp Site
Camping
day 5
Sossus On Foot Bushman's Desert Camp
Camping
day 6
Bushman's Desert Camp Sossus on foot Desert Walk
Camping
day 6
Amanpuri Backpackers
Hotel
Days 7, 8
Spitzkoppe Rest Camp
Camping
day 9
Spitzkoppe Community Restcamp
Hotel
day 9
NWR Etosha NP Okaukeujo Restcamp
Hotel
Days 10, 11
Okaukeujo Restcamp
Hotel
Days 10, 11
Waterberg Campsite
Camping
day 12

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Platinum Operator

Rating: 4.7 (12,718 reviews)
Response time: 3 hours
Response rate: 88%
Cancellation policy

Traveler Reviews

4.9

Overall rating based on 17 Reviews

Itinerary
4.8
Transport
4.5
Guide
4.9
Accommodation
4.2
Food
4.8
Tour Operator
4.7

Guy4.0•May 2025
A lot of moving around but a good way to see Namibia
Traveled in April 2025
Reply from: G Adventures
Thanks so much for your review, Guy! Our world deserves more you!
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EnsarTuran5.0•September 2024
What an amazing trip through South Africa and Namibia. This was my 7th trip with G and first one Camping. Don’t be...
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Traveled in September 2024
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Hi Ensar, We are glad you had such a great time in Southern Africa. Seven trips now. That's incredible. We will pass your kind words on to our local operations team and we hope to see you on another G Adventure soon
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Cristan5.0•April 2024
Amazing experience. Namibia has become one of my favourite countries. The tour was amazing and don’t let you be...
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Traveled in March 2024
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Thanks Cristan, and we are happy that you had an amazing time.
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Claudia5.0•May 2022
It was a great experience and the scenery was amazing. And the starry sky was beautiful.
Traveled in April 2022
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Richard5.0•April 2022
Amazing experience with likeminded travelers, a fast-paced but manageable itinerary, and supportive and knowledgable...
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Catherine5.0•April 2022
Phenomenal
Traveled in May 2022
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Fabian5.0•June 2022
The tour was insane. The landscape, the nature and the wildlife and night skys that I saw were non of this world,...
The tour was insane. The landscape, the nature and the wildlife and night skys that I saw were non of this world, when you never saw that before. The Tourguides and the other travellers were so friendly and heart full, funny and that makes this trip to one of my best travel experiences I have ever did. The way of travelling and meeting a lot of new guys at the same time is a perfect way to connect to the world and make new friends! Thanks G-adventures for the adventure! Chris and Mr. V always took care of us and made this trip as great as it was!Show more
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Julia5.0•June 2022
It was a great experience to travel around namibia. The guides are very ambitious und helpful. The group was also...
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Hamid4.5•December 2019
Andy was beyond enthusiastic she was great throughout the whole trip with her information along the route. These...
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Traveled in November 2019
Marianne5.0•December 2019
This trip was exceptional. A camping experience in such wildlife-rich African countries is the best way to really...
This trip was exceptional. A camping experience in such wildlife-rich African countries is the best way to really immerse yourself. You don't find such spectacular night skies and unique wildlife in many other countries these days due to sprawling suburbia and agriculture taking over many land areas. You will also really bond with your fellow tour members due to how interactive the tour is. I felt like we were all a close family setting up our campsite each night and cooking together. We saw so much African wildlife, and I'm not just talking about on the safari drive. We also experienced and met with African tribes. I was so sad leaving this trip, it is truly an experience to have and one you will never forget.Show more
Traveled in November 2019
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Thank you very much for your positive feedback. We are very glad you had a great experience during your trip and we hope to see you soon in a new Adventure!
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Anita
Asked on November 15th, 2025
I am interested in seeing the Welwitschia plants (commonly called the tree tumbo) found near Swakopmund, Namibia. Will the tour go to any locations where it is located?
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Tour Details
- G AdventuresOperator•Written November 2025
  You will definitely be able to see the Welwitschia plants in Etosha National Park and the Namib Desert. I am not entirely sure if you will be close enough to where they grow in Swakopmund.
S
Shirley
Asked on October 27th, 2025
Would it be possible to get information on the average age of the group and the age span of the group currently signed up for the tour with the departure date 7th December 2025.
Age Range
- G AdventuresOperator•Written October 2025
  On this departure we have just one space left! Travellers are born from the late 1980s to early 2000s, we have a mix of males and females, mostly solo travellers with a few couples/pairs of friends.
- S
  Shirley
  Traveler•Written November 2025
  Would it be possible to say thwart the average age of the group is?
- G AdventuresOperator•Written November 2025
  On this departure the average travellers booked are born in the 90's. 50% of the group are born in the 90's and the rest is split between 80's and 00's.
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  Shirley
  Traveler•Written November 2025
  Could I maybe also get the same information for the group departing on the 28th of December?
- G AdventuresOperator•Written November 2025
  For 28th of Dec departure, Travellers are born between late 1980s - 2000s. Majority are between 1990s-2000s. Mostly Solo travellers. North Americans, Europeans, and Oceania.
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Natasha
Asked on March 9th, 2025
Would it be possible to accommodate this in this tour ? How much time will we spend in Cape Town ? Is it reasonable for me ? Do you offer the same tour starting from 18th or 19th of March ?
Tour Details
Travel Support
- G AdventuresOperator•Written March 2025
  The tour is in Cape Town for a day and a half, then it moves to the next city. There are no planned activities on the first day of the tour, just the welcome meeting in the evening. We only have this tour available in May for the 16th.
M
Marilyn
Asked on December 30th, 2024
Is there one place that could be available for 1 person?
Price / Availability
Tour Details
- G AdventuresOperator•Written December 2024
  The August 3rd departure is fully sold out. The next available dates are June 15th or August 10th.
M
Maryne
Asked on December 22nd, 2024
What should I do if I need to contact the tour operator?
Operator
Travel Support
- G AdventuresOperator•Written December 2024
  You can reach out to us via the Ask a Question button for any inquiries.
S
Stephen
Asked on November 15th, 2024
How can I make payments for the tour?
Payments
- G AdventuresOperator•Written November 2024
  Payments can be made through various methods including credit card, bank transfer, or online payment platforms. Ensure you complete all payment steps as per instructions.
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Vicki
Asked on November 6th, 2024
Can I do this as a single female traveler? How would accomodation be like?
Accommodation
Travel Support
- G AdventuresOperator•Written November 2024
  Yes, a solo female traveller can definitely book onto our tours. This tour is in our 18-Thirtysomething travel style, which means some accommodation will be multi-share (hostels and hotels). For the Camping portion, it would be Twin Share and you would be paired with another solo female traveller. The camps have flush toilets, and showers at some camps are outdoors, having simple reed enclosures for privacy. In Swakopmund, we stay in backpacker's (hostels) or small guest houses, which will give us a break from camping and to be better located than the campgrounds in the area. Here, the accommodation is based on several people sharing dormitory-style rooms, with possibly 6 to 8 people sharing a room.
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María Andrea
Asked on October 28th, 2024
What support is available during the tour?
Travel Support
- G AdventuresOperator•Written October 2024
  Continuous support is available during the tour through our local guides and tour leader. Emergency contact numbers are also provided for immediate assistance.
A
Amelia
Asked on September 18th, 2024
What are the essential items to pack for the tour?
Other
- G AdventuresOperator•Written September 2024
  Essential items include comfortable clothing, walking shoes, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a reusable water bottle. A detailed packing list will be provided.
P
Paul
Asked on May 4th, 2024
What is the group size for the tour?
Group size
- G AdventuresOperator•Written May 2024
  The tours are designed for a variety of group sizes, with options to accommodate different numbers of travelers.

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Plugs & Adapters
As a traveler from USA, Canada, England, Australia, New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types D, M, C, N. As a traveler from South Africa you will need an adaptor for types C, N.
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Namibia and South Africa
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Vaccines
- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Typhoid - Recommended for Namibia.South Africa. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Namibia.South Africa. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Cholera - Recommended for Namibia.South Africa. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Namibia.South Africa. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Namibia.South Africa. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Rabies - Recommended for Namibia. Ideally 1 month before travel.
- Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Namibia.South Africa. Ideally 10 days before travel.
Visa
- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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Etosha National Park

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