12-Day South Africa & Namibia Tour from Cape Town to Windhoek·Fish River Canyon, Sossusvlei & Etosha Safari Drives

4.6
(20 reviews)
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Tour Code: 760380
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Departure CityDeparture City
Cape Town
End CityEnd City
Windhoek
DurationDuration
12 days
Live Tour GuideLive Tour Guide
English
Group SizeGroup Size
Max. 18 travelers
Group TypeGroup Type
Group Tour
OperatorOperator

Highlights

• Journey from Cape Town to Windhoek across South Africa and Namibia, ideal for adventurous travelers comfortable with long overland drives and varied accommodations.
• Explore Sossusvlei’s red dunes, climb Dune 45 and walk through Sesriem Canyon with entrance fees included.
• See Etosha National Park on included safari drives, watching for elephants, giraffes, lions, rhinos and hyenas.
• Experience G Adventures’ G for Good visit at the !Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre, learning from San trainees while supporting the preservation of their culture and history.

Itinerary

12-Day South Africa & Namibia Tour from Cape Town to Windhoek·Fish River Canyon, Sossusvlei & Etosha Safari Drives-map
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Includes & Excludes

Includes
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Air-conditioned touring vehicle, walking.
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Hotels (5 nts), guesthouse (1 nt), lodges (1 nt), serviced camping (4 nts).
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9 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
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Vehicle fees during the tour: tour vehicles will be arranged according to the final group size (one seat per guest).
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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: Meet Your CEO and Group
Your Discover Moment: Swakopmund. Fish River Canyon entrance. Sossusvlei Dunes and Sesriem Canyon entrance. Etosha National Park entrance with wildlife safari drives. Wine tasting in Lambert's Bay. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
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What are the tipping guidelines for this trip? Tipping is an expected, though not compulsory, component of your tour program. The gesture serves as an expression of appreciation for exceptional service, and amounts given are up to your discretion.

Tipping is one of the most direct ways that you can have a positive economic impact within the African community. Although it may not be customary for you, it is an important source of income for those in the tourism industry. Giving a tip should be a seen as a formal 'thank you', and the action should in no way be awkward.

The best method of tipping someone that has served the whole group is to plan in advance, and not rush when it comes to saying goodbye. A suggestion would be for each group member to contribute anonymously by putting their tip into an envelope. This often works the best and the group should gather to present the gift to the recipient(s), offering their thanks and showing their appreciation. This method brings the action out into the open, allowing for a friendly and appreciative interaction between the group and the recipient(s).

You may use the following as a guideline, all given in a per person format:

CEO: $5-8 USD (per day, per person)

Local guides: $2-3 USD (per day)
Safari Guide/Driver: $2-3 USD (per day)

Restaurant Staff: 10-15% of cost of bill
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What should I consider when planning my personal expenses and discretionary spending for this itinerary? Every traveller is different and therefore spending money requirements will vary. Some travellers may drink more than others while other travellers like to purchase more souvenirs than most. Please consider your own spending habits when it comes to allowing for drinks, shopping and tipping. Please also remember the following specific recommendations when planning your trip.
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What activities are optional on this trip? Cape Town
- Two Oceans Aquarium (235ZAR per person)
- Hout Bay Kayaking Half Day Tour (1500ZAR per person)
- South African Wine Tour and Tasting
- Cape Point Explorer Day Tour (1750ZAR per person)
- Urban Explorer Day Tour (1900ZAR per person)
- Overberg Explorer Day Tour (3450ZAR per person)
- West Coast Explorer Day Tour (1950ZAR per person)
- Sandboarding and San Cultural Explorer Day Tour (3630ZAR per person)
- Sandboarding Half Day Tour - Atlantis Dunes (1400ZAR per person)

Table Mountain
- Table Mountain Cable Car (420ZAR per person)

Lambert's Bay
- Bird Island Visit (40ZAR per person)

Swakopmund
- Living Desert Tour (900NAD per person)
- Mondesa Township Tour (750NAD per person)
- Sandboarding in the Namib Desert (700NAD per person)
- Skeleton Coast Scenic Flight (4800NAD per person)
- Swakopmund Skydiving
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What are the meals like on this trip? Eating is a big part of travelling. Travelling with G Adventures you experience the vast array of wonderful food that is available in southern Africa. On this tour, we provide only a few meals for you and your group members, so as to give you the maximum flexibility in deciding where, what and with whom to eat. It also gives you more budgeting flexibility in you choices. Our groups tend to eat together to enable you to taste a larger variety of dishes and enjoy each other's company. There is no obligation to do this though - while in the larger centres, your CEO will be able to suggest favourite restaurants during your trip.

For the included meals, vegetarian meal requests and other dietary requirements need to be specified prior to arrival.
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Is there an extra cost for travelling solo? We believe single travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and single travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price.
Do any exceptions apply to Rooming or “My Own Room” on my tour? Day 5-6, 9-10 (tented camp).

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4.6/5
20 Reviews
Reservation5
Customer Service4.7
Accommodation4.8
Transportation4.7
Tour Guide4.3
Tour Itinerary4.6
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Chloe Wilson November 06, 2025
5
Fantastic 12-day adventure! Our CEO was outstanding—especially in Etosha and at the Giant’s Playground. Scenic diversity from Cape Town to Windhoek kept us captivated. Loved the cultural stops and desert landscapes.
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Jackson Brown October 26, 2025
4
Good tour overall. Reservation was straightforward, and service team answered quickly. Transport fine, guide okay. Enjoyed Etosha and Sossusvlei most. Some accommodations were average, and a couple of travel days felt long. Still, highlights like the Orange River and Quiver Tree Forest made it worthwhile.
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Diego Morales August 20, 2025
4.3
Great value for money. Transport comfortable, guide friendly and informative. Loved Fish River Canyon and the wine tasting in Lambert’s Bay. Only wished for more time in Swakopmund. Accommodation was decent overall.
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Mateo Gonzalez June 26, 2025
4.2
Really good tour.Transport was reliable, guide knowledgeable. Highlights included the Namib Desert dunes and Etosha safaris. A few lodgings were simpler than expected, but the itinerary was fantastic—covering Cape Town, Fish River Canyon, Swakopmund, and Windhoek with meaningful cultural visits.
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Ethan Davis April 16, 2025
4.3
Very well-organized tour. I booked via the platform without any hassle, and the team was always helpful. Transport was comfortable even on long stretches. Guide was engaging, especially at Fish River Canyon and in Swakopmund. Accommodation was good except one basic camp. Loved the mix of safari, culture, and stunning scenery.
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