14 DAY CAPE TO VIC FALLS
Cape Town - Orange River - Fish River Canyon - Sesriem - Sossusvlei
- Swakopmund - Cheetah Farm - Etosha - Ngepi - Okavango River
- Livingstone / Vic Falls
TOUR COST R5 995.00 per person
LOCAL PAYMENT US$240 per person. The local
payment is paid in cash on departure.
DEPARTS – This tour has regular departures
please contact African Budget Safaris for details.
COUNTRIES VISITED South Africa, Namibia,
Botswana & Zambia
INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS Orange River, Fish River
Canyon, Sesriem, Sossusvlei, Cheetah Farm, Etosha NP Entry
& Game Drives, Namib-Naukluft Park, Zambezi Sunset Cruise,
Entrance to Vic Falls, Ngepi-Caprivi, Okavango River
ACCOMMODATION Days 1-4, 7 - 13 Camping in
2 person dome tents, mattresses provided. Days 5-6,multishare
dorms
VEHICLE Minibus (no aircon) - Maximum 9
passengers per group
Custom built safari vehicle - Maximum 16 passenger per group
WHAT IS PROVIDED All ground transportation,
services of experienced qualified driver / guide, camping
equipment (2 person dome tents, mattresses, cooking equipment),
all highlights, meals, entrance fees & accommodation per
itinerary.
NOT INCLUDED All visa costs are the clients
responsibility, travel insurance, flights, departure taxes,
sleeping bags, items of a personal nature, drinks, optional
activities.
PARTICIPATION Participation safari - clients
to erect their tents and help with cooking, washing dishes
and vehicle cleanliness.
NOTE The day-to-day schedule for this trip
is approximate only and may later change due to unforeseen
difficulties (e.g. problems with roads, vehicles, borders
etc). Transits are available to Johannesburg with the guide
for R300.00 excluding accommodation and meals which you must
pay for individually.
 Itinerary:
Day 1 Orange River South Africa
We depart Cape Town and make our way north, taking in the
scenery, from the majestic Cederberg Mountain range to the
arid vistas of Namaqualand. We set up camp on the banks of
the Orange River. (D)
Day 2 Fish River Canyon Namibia
In Namibia, we head off to the Fish River Canyon, the second
largest canyon in the world. We watch the sunset over the
canyon and camp under the stars. (BD)
Days 3 & 4 Sesriem Namibia
Sesriem is situated on edge of the vast Namib desert. We visit
the ancient Sesriem canyon and the world famous dunes of Sossusvlei.
These dunes are some of the highest in the world - see if
you can make it to the top! (BLD)
Days 5 & 6 Swakopmund Namibia
We travel through the Namib-Naukluft Park and view some more
amazing scenery. The lunar landscape appears as we approach
the coast. Swakopmund is an oasis coastal town, with a strong
German influence. There are many options available to you,
such as deep-sea fishing, a visit to a seal colony, quad biking
or sand boarding. The evenings are free to enjoy a plentiful
nightlife. (B)
Day 7 Cheetah Farm Namibia
We make our way to the cheetah farm where we camp right next
to the cheetah enclosure and have the unique chance to see
many of the these majestic animals up close. (BLD)
Days 8 & 9 Etosha Namibia
Etosha is ranked as one of Africa's great game parks and is
home to a large population of animals, the saline Etosha pan
stretches for 120 km and is a sanctuary for largest population
of Black Rhino in the world. Our days are spent game viewing,
bird watching, and taking in the superb scenery of this arid
region. (BLD)
Day 10 Ngepi Namibia
Leaving Etosha, we head northeast to Ngepi and camp on the
banks of the famous Okavango River. (BLD)
Day 11 & 12 Delta Panhandle Botswana 
We depart Ngepi and cross into Botswana to the northwest Delta.
The next two days are spent exploring the waterways of the
Okavango Delta by motorboat and mokoro (two-man dugout canoe)
on optional activities. We also have the option of camping
wild on one of the islands in the Delta. (BLD)
Day 13 Livingstone Zambia
Leaving Botswana, we head through the Caprivi Strip and cross
the Zambezi River into Zambia. We make our way to Livingstone,
the Zambian side of the Victoria Falls and enjoy a sunset
cruise on the mighty Zambezi River. Evening to be spent enjoying
the nightlife of Livingstone. (B)
Day 14 Livingstone Zambia
We explore the magnificent Victoria Falls before bidding farewell
to our fellow travellers and have the rest of the day to take
part in the various optional activities on offer in the adrenaline
capital of Africa. (B).
FOOD & MEALS
Included in the tour cost are the following meals:
Day Meals
1 D
2 BD
3&4 BLD
5&6 B
7-12 BLD
13&14 B
Dinners are camp meals prepared by your guide with your assistance.
On days where lunches and dinners are not included we stop
at places where you can buy food at a reasonable cost.
CAMPSITES
We stay in a variety of campsites, from basic facilities only,
to ones with restaurants, swimming pools, bars etc. All campsites
have shower and toilet facilities, although it is advisable
to bring a small supply of your own toilet paper.
VEHICLES & GROUP SIZE
We utilize either a minibus that seats a maximum of 9 passengers
or a custom built safari vehicle which seats a maximum of
16 passengers.
The vehicles do not have air conditioning, but do have opening
windows. The night drive is done in an open vehicle.
EQUIPMENT
You will be provided with the following equipment:
• 2 - person dome tent. These tents are very easy to
put up and down. The tents have mosquito netting over the
entrances. You may choose to bring your own mosquito netting
if you wish.
• If travelling on your own you may share with another
single person of the same sex.
• Mattress
• All cooking equipment for the group and utensils etc.
• Camping stools.
• Sleeping Bags may be hired for R50 per tour. Please
notify us in advance if you will require one.
WHAT TO BRING
For comfort reasons luggage is limited on each trip to 1 backpack,
1 small daypack, sleeping bag and camera per person. Soft
Bags only may be used (i.e.: no suitcases) We provide you
with your tent, sleeping mat and cooking equipment.
Binoculars Torch & batteries
Sunscreen & hat Insect repellent
Small personal first aid kit Towel
Comfortable shoes Rain coat (if travelling in rainy season)
Anti malaria medication Camera & films
Roll of toilet paper Warm jacket for evenings
Sleeping bag
 PARTICIPATION
Our tours are based on client participation and as an active
member of the group, everyone helps out with the running of
the tour, e.g. making campfires, cooking, setting up camp,
dishes etc. Its all part of the African experience.
Remember the more you put in, the more you get out!
MONEY OUTSTANDING
Your money will collected in cash by your driver at the point
of departure. Please note that Local Payments cannot be paid
by credit card and must be paid in cash.
ONWARD TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS
Due to unforeseen problems we recommend onward travel arrangements
be made only for the day after the tour ends. If arrangements
are made for the same day the tour ends, we cannot be held
responsible for any delays; you will have to take the risk
yourself. If you are making further bookings for busses, trains
or flights the day the tour ends we strongly recommend you
make them the latest time possible and that you inform African
Budget Safaris or the tour guide at the beginning of the tour.
You may transit back to Johannesburg with the guide. The
transit takes 2 days and will overnight in Botswana. The price
is R300.00 per person and excludes accommodation and meals.
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Activity Price USD
Namibia (South):
Quad Biking $ 95
Sand Boarding $ 40
Fishing Trip $ 110
Tandem Skydiving $ 250
Namibia (North):
Canoe Trail $ 15
Boat Cruise $ 15
Village Walk $ 10
Canoe Hire $ 10
Half Day Mokoro Trip $ 12
Botswana:
2 Day Mokoro Trip $ 185 (Minimum 4)
Zambia
Bungy Jumping $ 95
Tandem Bungy $ 120
Gorge Swing (half day) $ 80
Gorge Swing (Full day) $ 95
White water rafting (full day or half day) $ 95
Canoeing (full day) $ 85
Tandem Kayaking $ 135
Jet boat ride (30 mins) $ 60
Microlight over the Falls (15 mins) $ 75
Microlight over the Falls (30 mins) $ 125
Helicopter (15 mins) $ 85
Horse Trails (1 ½ hours) $ 45
Horse Trails (3 hours) $ 65
Game drive in Zambia Nat. Park (2 ½ hrs) $ 40
Rafting/Riverboarding combo $ 125
Chobe Day Grand Safari $ 125
Rhino Walk (full day) $ 55 (min 4 people)
Elephant rides (morning or afternoon) $ 100
Please note that these prices should be used as a guide only.
Payment for optional activities may be made in most currencies
or by credit card in Namibia, Botswana and Livingstone. In
other countries they must be paid in cash.
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