Richtersveld Kalahari 4x4 safari - 15 days

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This is a 15 Days off road experience. This safari is a pure 4x4 adventure. Unexplored, desolate and uncivilized. Two South Africa / Namibia / Botswana transfrontier areas of majestic contrast, of mountains and deserts. Of rock and sand. Of exhilaration and challenge. We Endeavour to make this safari the ultimate off-road adventure, where Land Rovers are blooded, where they come of age. Extinct habitats, water is gold, shade a luxury. The moon always shines full, and the sun unrelentless.

Day to day schedule:

B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = diner (included).

Pure 4x4 adventure. Unexplored, desolate and uncivilized. Two Transfrontier areas of majestic contrast, of mountains and deserts. Of rock and sand. Of exhilaration and challenge. We endeavour to make this safari the ultimate off road adventure, where Land Rovers are blooded, where they come of age. An extinct habitat, water is gold, shade a luxury. The moon always shines full, and the sun unrelentless.

Day 1 We meet at the Lodge in Cape Town.We begin the sightseeing-filled day with a hike up Table Mountain.Thereafter explore the Cape region; visiting the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, Cape Point and the penguin colony near Simon's Town. Lunch will be spent overlooking the ocean whilst enjoying the local cuisine. Tonight we dine with the Outback Africa Management and enjoy a safari briefing. B

Day 2 Travel into the true remote wilderness area of the Western Cape . We Camp tonight in the Cederberg Mountains . The afternoon is spent on a short walk to a waterfall, or a swim in one of the many rock pools or rivers. Today we relax, for tomorrow we walk. BLD

Day 3 Today we explore the Cederberg Mountains . Unique rock formation hikes, wine farms, trekking opportunities or just simply relaxing next to a mountain stream. We return to our camp after our excursion, and have a welcome swim. BLD

Day 4 & 5 Head northwards for our last point of civilization and thereafter we enter the barren Richtersveld National Park. After checking in at the entry gate at Sendelingsdrift, make for our campsite. After setting up camp, we cool off in the river. We spend two days in this pristine wilderness, searching for unique Euphorbia and rare desert succulents. The days are hot, the nights cold, but the experience exhilarating. BLD

Days 6 Exit the park and make our way slowly towards our camp on the Orange River. Relax and experience the stark beauty. A hard day in the field. BLD

Day 7 The Fish River Canyon , but first a morning on the river. We spend a lazy period canoeing down the largest river in South Africa , the Orange River . Relax and experience the stark beauty of this ribbon of water and vegetation cutting a path towards the Atlantic Ocean . After lunch, we break camp and head out towards the second largest canyon in the world. Sunset is spent enjoying the red sky and listening to the silence. A fantastic destination. BLD

Day 8 Transverse the southern region of Namibi a and travel the dusty road to one of the best-kept secrets in Africa: The Red Sands of the Kalahari. The Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park is one of the largest protected wilderness areas in Africa . The search begins. BLD

Day 9 Rise with the sun and resume our search, often spending long periods waiting for that special moment at waterholes or in the dunes. The Kalahari Lion is the largest Lion found in the world and just to spend a moment with this black maned King of the Beasts is not only a privilege but also an experience that you will never forget. The Lion, the Raptors and the desert dwelling creatures will fascinate all wildlife enthusiasts. The game drive takes us north on the Nossob River . BrD

Day 10 & Day 11 With full jerry cans of water and fuel, we embark on an expedition into the wilds of the Kalahari. En route, a hard earned brunch and siesta period to while away the heat of this unforgiving land.
The Transfrontier bush camp in the Matopi region is our goal for lunch and thereafter a pearl called Mabuasehube Game Reserve to night. A wild camping night. A little jewel, but a precious jewel. After tedious big sand we finally reach the pearl, encased in its shell of sand. Late afternoon sees us sifting the red sands, searching for those who have not been found. After setting up camp we spend the days searching the pans and dunes, absorbing this desert. The Kalahari is a life changing experience, but in the Kalahari Desert , it is only the patient who is rewarded. BrD / BrD

Day 12 Kuruman is our stop today. Depart early with pockets full of red sand, and journey southwards across sandy tracks back into South Africa . Spend the late afternoon escaping the heat in the pool. Tonight we re-enter civilization, and enjoy a restaurant meal. BL

Day 13 First to Upington to restock, and then onto Augrabies Falls National Park. After lunch and siesta around the pools, we will head out to search for Eland, Giraffe, Gemsbok and Klipspringer Antelope. Witness the spectacular Augrabies Falls , where the mighty Orange River plunges over the granite gorge on its lonely journey to the Atlantic Ocean . BL

Day 14 A mountain of poison. Gifberg. Why poison? We spend the afternoon searching for the answer to this question. Explore the San caves and mountain pathways, enjoying our last day of solitude. The splendour of the Namaqualand Flower Carpet in springtime is a sight to behold. BLD

Day 15 The final day. The route takes the Land Rover past fields of Citrus and over steep mountain ranges towards a table like mountain. The safari ends upon arrival in Cape Town in the afternoon. BL

Departure dates & prices 2008:

15 days. Including flights to Cape Town +/- 17 days.

12-07 - 26-07-2008 TDA10 / £ 1,495
31-07 - 14-08-2008 TDA11 / £ 1,495
23-08 - 06-09-2008 TDA12 / £ 1,495
13-09 - 26-09-2008 TDA13 / £ 1,495
04-10 - 18-10-2008 TDA14 / £ 1,495
25-10 - 08-11-2008 TDA15 / £ 1,495
15-11 - 29-11-2008 TDA16 / £ 1,495
06-12 - 20-12-2008 TDA17 / £ 1,495
27-12 - 10-01-2009 TDA18 / £ 1,495

Package prices include:

Vehicle, fuel, guide, equipment, park entry fees, accommodation and meals (unless otherwise specified) B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = diner.

Package prices exclude:

Flights, optional extra activities, airport transfers (at R200 pp, min 2 pax) and Cape Town Bed & Breakfast accommodation. 

Flights from/to Cape Town:

Flights are not included we can offer you the safari including a roundtrip flight to Cape Town.

Pocket money & personal expenses:  

For additional excursions, drinks and souvenirs we advice you to bring some cash and to use your ATM card and/or credit card.
Changing money into Rand is possible at the airport. During the safari you can use ATM's for getting cash Rand. Credit cards are accepted in most places but not all.

Visa and passport:  

You will need a valid passport on arrival in South Africa. When leaving South Africa your passport should be valid at least for another 6 Months.

Day to day safari schedule:

Click here for the day to day itinerary!

Shortened safaris:

Cape Town - Johannesburg, Johannesburg - Cape Town (phone us or send an email for more info)

Important:  

An open mind and a flexible attitude are required in order to achieve the ultimate satisfaction whilst on an Outback Africa Safari in Third World African Countries!

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