Cape to Joburg Adventure Tour via Desert, Delta & Vic…

Cape to Johannesburg Overland Safari via Namib Desert, Okavango Delta & Victoria Falls

Embark on a thrilling Cape Town to Johannesburg overland safari with Adventure In The Wild Safaris. This 24-day journey spans four countries—South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, and Zimbabwe—offering a spectacular mix of landscapes, wildlife, and cultural encounters. From sandboarding down the red dunes of the Namib Desert to mokoro rides in the Okavango Delta and game drives in Etosha and Chobe, this is the ultimate African safari adventure.

Quick Safari Overview

This epic overland safari covers major highlights including Table Mountain, Cape Point, the Fish River Canyon, Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, Etosha National Park, the Okavango Delta, Chobe National Park, and the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls. Experience canoeing on the Orange River, camping under the stars in the Namib, and wildlife safaris in some of Africa’s top national parks.

Itinerary Highlights

Days 1–2: Cape Town – South Africa

Start your overland safari from Cape Town with a hike up Table Mountain and scenic explorations of the Cape Peninsula including Hout Bay, Cape of Good Hope, and the V&A Waterfront. Overnight in a centrally located hotel.

Includes: Table Mountain hike, Cape Point National Park, Hout Bay, V&A Waterfront
Meals: Breakfast x2
Travel: ±220 km

Day 3: Cape West Coast – South Africa

Journey through Namaqualand’s wildflowers and semi-desert landscapes en route to Springbok. Enjoy a scenic coastal drive and overnight in a local lodge.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Travel: ±570 km

Day 4: Orange River – Namibia

Cross into Namibia and camp beside the Orange River. Enjoy a peaceful canoe adventure through the dramatic Richtersveld terrain.

Includes: Orange River canoe trip
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Travel: ±150 km

Day 5: Fish River Canyon – Namibia

Visit the second largest canyon in the world—Fish River Canyon. Camp nearby and take in breathtaking views.

Includes: Canyon visit
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Travel: ±160 km

Day 6–7: Namib Desert – Namibia

Travel to a private game reserve in the Namib Desert. Experience guided desert walks, wildlife viewing, and sunset drives.

Includes: Scenic drive, guided walk, game drive
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (x2)
Travel: ±430 km over two days

Day 8: Sossusvlei Dunes & Deadvlei – Namibia

Explore the towering red dunes of Sossusvlei and the eerie landscape of Deadvlei. Visit Sesriem Canyon before heading to your desert campsite.

Includes: 4×4 dune excursion, Deadvlei, Sesriem
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Travel: ±180 km

Days 9–10: Swakopmund – Namibia

Spend two days in Namibia’s adventure capital. Optional activities include quad biking, sandboarding, and ocean tours. Enjoy free time to explore the town’s German colonial charm.

Includes: Kuiseb Canyon, Namib-Naukluft Park
Meals: Breakfast x2, Lunch x1
Travel: ±300 km

Day 11: Spitzkoppe – Namibia

Visit the Cape Cross Seal Reserve before heading to Spitzkoppe for hiking, stargazing, and camping under granite formations.

Includes: Cape Cross, Spitzkoppe walk
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Travel: ±325 km

Days 12–13: Etosha National Park – Namibia

Enjoy two full days of game viewing in Etosha. Look for elephants, lions, rhinos, giraffes, and more as you explore the vast salt pan and surrounding bushveld.

Includes: Etosha safari drives
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (x2)
Travel: ±465 km total

Day 14: Caprivi Strip – Namibia

Leave Etosha and drive to the Caprivi Strip. Camp on the banks of the Okavango River, surrounded by lush vegetation and vibrant birdlife.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Travel: ±640 km

Days 15–16: Okavango Delta – Botswana

Cross into Botswana to explore the pristine Okavango Delta. Enjoy bush walks, mokoro (canoe) rides, and wildlife spotting in one of Africa’s top safari destinations.

Includes: Mokoro trips, bush walks
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (x2)

Day 17: Maun – Botswana

Today we leave the Okavango Delta and travel to Maun, the gateway to the delta region. After restocking in town, we continue to a private lodge along the Boteti River. Arrive mid-afternoon and relax by the pool, enjoying a sunset over the river.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Tented unit (twin)
Travel: 354 km
Included: Delta transfers, private river lodge

Day 18: Makgadikgadi Pans – Botswana

Enjoy a leisurely morning at the river. You may opt for a village walk in Chenoga to gain insight into local life. After lunch, we drive to the surreal Makgadikgadi Salt Pans, one of the largest salt flats on Earth. Marvel at the remote, wild beauty and spot hardy desert-adapted wildlife before settling in at a lodge near an elephant-frequented waterhole.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Camping (2-man dome tent)
Travel: 320 km
Included: Village walk, Salt Pan visit

Day 19: Makgadikgadi to Chobe National Park & Victoria Falls – Zimbabwe

Travel north to Kasane and enter Chobe National Park, known for its vast elephant herds and birdlife. Enjoy a scenic Chobe River boat cruise before heading across the border to Victoria Falls. Overnight in a centrally located lodge near the falls.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Lodge
Travel: 320 km
Included: Chobe Park entrance, boat cruise

Day 20: Victoria Falls – Zimbabwe

Visit the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls, locally known as “Mosi-oa-Tunya” (The Smoke That Thunders). You are free to explore the rainforest and waterfall, then enjoy optional adventure activities like bungee jumping, rafting, or a scenic helicopter flight.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Lodge
Travel: 0 km
Included: Entry to Victoria Falls
Optional: Helicopter flight, white water rafting, sunset cruise, and more

Day 21: Hwange National Park – Zimbabwe

We travel to Zimbabwe’s top game reserve—Hwange National Park. This vast wilderness hosts large elephant herds and endangered wildlife. Enjoy an open-vehicle afternoon game drive led by experienced local guides.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Camping (2-man dome tent)
Travel: 195 km
Included: Hwange entrance, game drive

Day 22: Hwange to Matobo Hills – Zimbabwe

We head to Bulawayo and on to the granite outcrops of Matobo Hills. In Matobo National Park, we track endangered rhinos on foot with a guide, an unforgettable wildlife encounter.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Camping (2-man dome tent)
Travel: 320 km
Included: Matobo National Park, rhino tracking

Day 23: Matobo to Limpopo Private Reserve – Botswana

We journey south back into Botswana to a private game reserve on the Limpopo River. On arrival, enjoy a final guided bushwalk and absorb the peaceful African bush atmosphere before a farewell dinner around the campfire.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Camping (2-man dome tent)
Travel: 450 km
Included: Nature walk, bush camp

Day 24: Limpopo to Johannesburg – South Africa

On the last day of our Cape Town to Johannesburg Safari, we cross back into South Africa and pass through the scenic Waterberg region on our way to Johannesburg. This marks the end of your unforgettable African overland adventure.

Meals: Breakfast
Travel: 480 km

Additional Information

This adventure is suited for travelers with a love for the outdoors and a taste for remote exploration. It covers large distances and includes seasonal conditions such as cold winter nights and potential malaria risk. A sleeping bag, pillow, and towel are required. This tour does not accommodate children.