16-Day South Africa & Namibia Private Tour: Safaris, Garden Route & Sossusvlei
Introduction
South Africa + Namibia / 16 days
Southern Africa Highlights
African Safaris, the Garden Route, Cape Town & Sossusvlei
16 Days | 15 Nights | 2 Countries | Private Tour
Discover two extraordinary Southern African destinations on one unforgettable journey. From thrilling wildlife encounters and spectacular coastal scenery in South Africa to Namibia’s vast desert landscapes and towering red dunes, this 16-day adventure brings together some of the region’s most remarkable experiences.
Travel through South Africa’s Eastern Cape, explore the celebrated Garden Route, discover Cape Town’s iconic attractions and continue into Namibia for an unforgettable desert adventure through Sossusvlei and the Atlantic coast.
Designed for travellers who want more than a conventional holiday, this journey combines wildlife, nature, culture, scenic drives and opportunities to experience Southern Africa at a rewarding pace.
Southern Africa Highlights
At a glance
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Day 16
Day 1
Day 1 - Arrival in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)
Arrive in Gqeberha and Settle In
Arrival in Gqeberha
Arrive in Gqeberha and meet your arranged transfer or guide. Check in to your accommodation and enjoy time to settle in. If arrival time allows, take a relaxed coastal orientation.
Highlights
Arrival transfer if included; time to rest before safari activities.
Day 2
Day 2 - Addo Elephant National Park
Guided Safari in Addo Elephant National Park
Guided Safari in Addo Elephant National Park
Enjoy a guided safari in Addo Elephant National Park, known for its elephants and diverse wildlife. Game-drive duration and departure time depend on the selected activity and supplier. Keep the remainder of the day flexible for travel and rest.
Guided wildlife viewing; opportunities for photography and learning about the region’s wildlife.
Day 3
Day 3 - Schotia Safari & Eastern Cape
Guided Safari at Schotia Private Reserve
Guided Schotia Safari
Continue your Eastern Cape safari experience with a guided visit to Schotia Private Game Reserve. A late-afternoon or sunset safari may be available depending on the selected package. Return to your accommodation after the experience.
Schotia safari subject to supplier confirmation; wildlife viewing and evening safari atmosphere.
Day 4
Day 4 - Drive to the Garden Route & Knysna
Scenic Journey to Knysna and Garden Route
Travel to the Garden Route & Knysna
Travel west towards the Garden Route, with planned comfort stops along the way. On arrival in the Knysna area, check in and enjoy a relaxed evening.
Scenic overland journey; first views of the Garden Route’s forests and coastline.
Day 5
Day 5 - Tsitsikamma National Park & Knysna
Explore Tsitsikamma Forests and Knysna Waterfront
Explore Tsitsikamma National Park
Explore the Tsitsikamma region, known for indigenous forest, rugged coastline and the Storms River Mouth area. Depending on timing, fitness and conditions, walk towards the suspension bridge or choose a gentler scenic stop. Return to Knysna for the evening.
Tsitsikamma coastal scenery; optional forest or suspension-bridge walk; Knysna lagoon and waterfront time.
Day 6
Day 6 - Hermanus or Oudtshoorn
Choose Whale Watching or Klein Karoo Scenery
Hermanus or Oudtshoorn Route Choice
Choose the route that best suits your interests. Hermanus offers dramatic coastal scenery and seasonal whale-watching opportunities. Oudtshoorn introduces the Klein Karoo, with optional visits to the Cango Caves or an ostrich farm. These are alternative routes and should be quoted separately.
Hermanus: coastal viewpoints and seasonal whale watching; OR Oudtshoorn: Klein Karoo scenery and optional local attractions.
Day 7
Day 7 - Cape Winelands & Transfer to Cape Town
Vineyard Valleys and Arrival in Cape Town
Cape Winelands Visit
Enjoy the Cape Winelands’ vineyard-covered valleys, historic towns and mountain views. A winery visit and tasting can be included if selected and confirmed.
Transfer to Cape Town
Departure
Cape Winelands
Destination
Cape Town
Continue to Cape Town for the evening after exploring the Cape Winelands.
Winelands scenery; optional wine tasting; transfer to Cape Town.
Day 8
Day 8 - Cape Peninsula & Boulders Beach
Scenic Cape Peninsula and Penguin Colony
Cape Peninsula Guided Excursion
Explore the Cape Peninsula on a scenic guided excursion. Possible stops include Hout Bay, Chapman's Peak Drive when open, Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope. Visit Boulders Beach to see the African penguin colony if included and conditions allow.
Coastal viewpoints; Cape Point area; Boulders Beach penguin colony subject to access and ticketing.
Day 9
Day 9 - Table Mountain & Cape Town Sightseeing
Table Mountain and Cape Town City Highlights
Table Mountain Visit
Visit Table Mountain by cableway when operating and weather permits. Continue with selected city highlights and time to discover Cape Town’s culture, history and dining scene. The exact city stops will be confirmed in the final itinerary.
Table Mountain, weather and operations permitting; guided city sightseeing and free time.
Day 10
Day 10 - Fly to Windhoek, Namibia
Flight from Cape Town to Windhoek and Arrival
Transfer to Cape Town International Airport
Departure
Cape Town
Destination
Cape Town International Airport
Transfer to Cape Town International Airport for your flight to Windhoek.
Flight from Cape Town to Windhoek
Cape Town International Airport
Windhoek
Flight from Cape Town to Windhoek. On arrival, meet your arranged transfer and check in.
Transfer from Windhoek Airport to Accommodation
Departure
Windhoek Airport
Destination
Windhoek
On arrival in Windhoek, meet your arranged transfer and check in.
Cape Town–Windhoek flight if included in the package; airport transfer as specified.
Day 11
Day 11 - Road Transfer to Sossusvlei
Scenic Road Journey to Sossusvlei Desert
Road Transfer to Sossusvlei
Departure
Windhoek
Destination
Sossusvlei / Sesriem area
Depart Windhoek by road towards the Sossusvlei region. This is a substantial overland journey, so plan comfort stops and an arrival time appropriate to lodge check-in. Enjoy the changing scenery of Namibia’s open landscapes.
Scenic road journey through Namibia; desert lodge arrival.
Day 12
Day 12 - Sossusvlei, Deadvlei & Sesriem
Explore Sossusvlei Dunes and Deadvlei
Explore Sossusvlei, Deadvlei & Sesriem
Explore the remarkable landscapes of Sossusvlei. An early start is recommended for cooler temperatures and beautiful light across the red dunes. Visit Deadvlei and, where time and conditions permit, Sesriem Canyon. Confirm park access and fees in advance.
Sossusvlei red dunes; Deadvlei’s white clay pan and ancient trees; Sesriem Canyon if time allows.
Day 13
Day 13 - Drive to Swakopmund
Scenic Overland Journey to Swakopmund
Road Transfer to Swakopmund
Departure
Sossusvlei region
Destination
Swakopmund
Travel by road from the Sossusvlei region to Swakopmund on Namibia’s Atlantic coast. Allow time for the drive, road conditions and comfort stops. Enjoy a relaxed evening after arrival.
Scenic Namibian overland journey; arrival in Swakopmund.
Day 14
Day 14 - Swakopmund & Atlantic Coast
Explore Swakopmund and Atlantic Coast Excursions
Explore Swakopmund’s historic architecture, waterfront and local shops
Explore Swakopmund’s historic architecture, waterfront and local shops. Optional excursions may include a marine cruise from nearby Walvis Bay or a guided desert activity, subject to availability and the final package.
Coastal town sightseeing; optional marine or desert excursion.
Day 15
Day 15 - Road Transfer to Windhoek
Overland Journey Back to Windhoek
Road Transfer to Windhoek
Departure
Swakopmund
Destination
Windhoek
Travel by road back to Windhoek, allowing time for comfort stops and the journey’s changing scenery. Check in and enjoy a final evening in Namibia. This overnight provides a buffer before departure.
Overland transfer to Windhoek; overnight before onward flight.
Day 16
Day 16 - Departure from Windhoek
Departure Transfer from Windhoek to Airport
Transfer to Hosea Kutako International Airport
Transfer to Hosea Kutako International Airport for your onward journey. Departure transfer timing will be arranged around confirmed flight details.
Airport transfer if included in the confirmed package; end of the arranged tour.