Cape Town to Windhoek 14 days
Cape Town to Windhoek 14 days tour of Karoo desert, Namibia sand dunes and Etosha Safari. This 14-day tour takes you on a journey from the vibrant city of Cape Town to the rugged terrain of Namibia. Along the way, you will explore some of the most beautiful and diverse landscapes in Africa.
It’s an overview of Namibia one of Africa’s most preferred destinations. Moving gradually from Malmesbury to Piketburg in Western Cape province of South Africa is the real sense of a paradise garden of evergreen vineyards. Swartland region has a majestic view of the Cederberg mountain range which stands so high on one side. The N7 national highway to Namibia cuts its way through the farms on either side. As you come to Piketburg, there is always a stop at this Total highway garage for recess and just take the last pictures of the vineyards and greenery before it quickly disappears out of sight. Usually that’s how Cape Town to Windhoek 14 days tour starts to gain momentum.
On the third day of this Cape Town to Windhoek 14 days tour, you embark on a river canoe in the morning. It is the best time to cool down given the week ahead you will be in the World’s true desert. The Karoo desert which you had already experienced the past 2 days winds down slowly merging with the Namibia desert. Shortly after crossing the Orange River, which marks the border with South Africa, Namibia just become a massive bear. Along the Orange River, the vineyards flourish on rocky soil. As you head far away from the river you would not believe the beauty of landscape. Hills crops up every few kilometers drive, with hardly any sign of life.
Cape Town to Windhoek 14 days
You will then cross the border into Namibia and stop at the Fish River Canyon, one of the largest canyons in the world.
Next, you will visit the Namib Desert, where you will explore the iconic red sand dunes of Sossusvlei and Deadvlei. You will have the opportunity to climb the dunes and witness stunning sunrises and sunsets over the desert landscape.
Your journey will continue to Swakopmund, a charming coastal town with a distinctly German feel. Here, you can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities such as sandboarding, quad biking, and skydiving, or simply relax and enjoy the town’s unique architecture and seaside atmosphere.
Finally, you will head to the capital city of Windhoek, where you will have the opportunity to explore the city’s vibrant cultural scene and learn more about Namibia’s history and culture.
Overall, this tour offers a unique opportunity to experience the diversity of southern Africa, from the bustling city of Cape Town to the awe-inspiring landscapes of Namibia.
Overview
This 14-day tour offers a remarkable journey from Cape Town to the rugged terrain of Namibia, taking you through some of the most diverse and stunning landscapes in Africa. After experiencing the Western Cape province and the beauty of the Cederberg mountains and vineyards, the tour moves through the Karoo desert and onto the Orange River, where the greenery springs to life. As you enter Namibia, you’ll be captivated by the oldest true desert in the world, with five days to explore the red sandy dunes and stunning coastal towns of Swakopmund and Walvis Bay.
Driving along the Skeleton Coast, you’ll be surrounded by the beauty of the sea on one side and the desert on the other. The tour also offers a glimpse into the Himba and Herero tribes and their rich cultural traditions as they emerge slowly and sparsely distributed in Khorixas. Finally, the tour takes you to Etosha National Park, a true paradise of wildlife in Southern Africa, where you will have three days to witness and experience the diverse range of animals that call this park home.
Highlights
- Karoo desert
- Fishriver Canyon
- Namib desert
- The sandy dunes
- The skeleton coast
- Etosha national park
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