In the video above, see a detailed overview of our New! South Africa & Namibia: Cape Town’s Winelands to the Skeleton Coast adventure’s itinerary—including pre- and post-trip extensions and adventure highlights—and read on to learn more.
Our New! South Africa & Namibia: Cape Town’s Winelands to the Skeleton Coast adventure takes you through the stunning landscapes and diverse cultures of South Africa and Namibia for 18 days.
From the historic city of Cape Town and its surrounding winelands to the ancient deserts and wildlife-rich national parks of Namibia, this adventure offers a mix of urban exploration, natural wonders, and local encounters.
Massive dunes plunge into the sea at Sandwich Harbour—a highlight of our New! South Africa & Namibia: Cape Town’s Winelands to the Skeleton Coast adventure.
Day-to-day Itinerary Summary:
- Day 1: Depart U.S. for overnight flight to Cape Town, South Africa.
- Day 2: Arrive in Cape Town and transfer to hotel.
- Day 3: Explore Cape Town, including Victoria & Alfred Waterfront and Table Mountain.
- Day 4: Visit Cape Winelands, enjoy a home-hosted lunch in Pniel, and tour a wine estate.
- Day 5: Discover Cape Peninsula, including Cape Point and Boulders Beach penguin colony.
- Day 6: Fly to Windhoek, Namibia. Take a walking tour of the capital city.
- Day 7: Travel overland to Sossusvlei in the Namib Desert. Enjoy a sundowner drive.
- Day 8: Explore Sossusvlei dunes at sunrise, visit Deadvlei, and Sesriem Canyon.
- Day 9: Optional hot-air balloon ride. Transfer to Swakopmund via the Namib Desert.
- Day 10: Free morning in Swakopmund. Afternoon 4x4 excursion to Sandwich Harbour.
- Day 11: Explore the Skeleton Coast and Cape Cross Seal Reserve. Discuss the Namibian genocide and tour Mondesa township.
- Day 12: Travel to Damaraland. Visit Twyfelfontein rock engravings.
- Day 13: Experience "A Day in the Life" of a Damaraland community, including a school visit and tribal community interaction.
- Day 14: Journey to Etosha National Park, stopping at Petrified Forest and Vingerklip rock formation.
- Day 15: Morning bush walk and afternoon game drive in Etosha National Park.
- Day 16: Full-day game viewing drive in Etosha National Park.
- Day 17: Return to Windhoek, stopping in Okahandja. Farewell dinner in Windhoek.
- Day 18: Depart for U.S. or begin optional Madagascar extension.
Reserve a spot on our New! South Africa & Namibia: Cape Town’s Winelands to the Skeleton Coast adventure to experience the wonders of southern Africa—where ancient deserts meet coastal mists and wildlife roams free.
