Great Trek Adventure TCKA 

Camping Concept
The concept behind a africa camping tour  is for guests to enjoy the tasks they are responsible for, while still feeling like valued visitors who are on holiday. Clients’ involvement is an integral part of an enjoyable and successful journey. Clients are required to participate in certain tasks such as assisting the guide and assistant with the making and breaking up of camp, erecting and dismantling their tents with ease.

Groups usually comprise a wide range of nationalities in the 25+ age group including the older "young at heart" traveller. The tours are aimed at healthy, active participants looking for an adventurous holiday. South Africa group camping sizes is kept relatively small with a maximum of 16 participants.

Food & Drinks
All meals are prepared by the guide & assistant/ cook with special emphasis placed on good, wholesome food. A continental breakfast: cereals, bread, jams, tea, coffee and milk is served in the morning. Lunch is usually a "cold picnic" with the main meal being enjoyed in the evening with a sit down dinner at a lantern lit table. Freezers on each vehicle allow us to be self-sufficient. Drinks and mineral water are not included on the tours and may be purchased from a bottle store or supermarket at reasonable prices and stored in the cooler box/ fridge provided. Tea and coffee is available when in camp.

Camping  Guides & Assistants
2 crew accompany every tour with the guide & assistant/ cook taking care of all meals. Our dedicated and professional tour leaders are selected for their experience of the African bush, thus ensuring that your travel experience is enjoyable and successful. The guides are in the full time employ of the company. Detailed information on the history of the area, fauna and flora is given to participants during the safari. A local camp assistant/ cook helps with general camp chores and duties. The safaris are conducted in English. Translators are available on request.
Kiboko Vehicles
Custom built Mercedes Benz & Toyota vehicles designed for African conditions. Toyota Minibuses may be used for groups of 4 or less.

African Conditions
Please note that itineraries will depend on local conditions: Travelling in Africa is sometimes unpredictable and participants should have a taste for adventure. By the very nature of travelling in remote areas there are unforeseen challenges to overcome. Unpredictable circumstances due to problems with road conditions, weather, mechanical breakdowns or accidents can delay and change the performance of the safari. However, this is all part of the great adventure of travelling in Africa!

Camping Equipment
Large, spacious, comfortable tents (W2.4m x L2.4m x H1.9m) accommodating 2 persons are provided. Each tent is insect proof and equipped with a built-in ground sheet for insulation as well as two large aerating windows with mosquito nets. Each passenger is provided with a 6 cm thick foam mattress and a comfortable safari folding chair. A comprehensive set of cooking and camping equipment, water containers, first aid box, reference books on mammals and birds of the area and a set of spare parts are carried in the vehicle. Clients are requested to bring their own small pillow and sleeping bag (alternatively sleeping bags may be hired).

• 1st Option: 18 days Cape Town to Livingstone/ Victoria Falls
• 2nd Option: 21 days Cape Town to Johannesburg

The Highlights

• Cape Town, Table Mountain & the Cape of Good Hope.
• Fish River Canyon.
• Walking in the giant dunes of Sossusvlei and the Namib Desert.
• Optional activities in Swakopmund.
• Rock engravings in Twyfelfontein.
• Visit of a traditional Himba village.
• Game drives & night observation of animals at waterholes in Etosha National Park.
• Mokoro excursion on the Okavango River.
• Game drive and boat excursion on the Kwando River and Caprivi Game Reserve.
• 2 nights in Livingstone/ Victoria Falls.
• Game viewing cruise on the Chobe River.
• Sunset on Makgadikgadi Pans (weather permitting).

Itinerary

Day 1: Cape Town
Set against the majestic Table Mountain, Cape Town offers scenic, historic and cultural attractions. Depart from Breakwater Lodge at 08h00, for a full day peninsula tour. Driving along the Atlantic seaboard via Hout Bay and Chapmans Peak, we visit the Cape Point Nature Reserve, returning along the Indian Ocean coastline back to our well situated Waterfront hotel. A morning or afternoon cable car ascent up Table Mountain is included (weather dependent). Dinner can be enjoyed at the bustling Waterfront at clients’ own expense. Breakwater Lodge (or similar accommodation). ( Lunch & dinner own expense).

Day 2: Namaqualand
The morning is spent at leisure at the V&A Waterfront before departing for the West Coast. Travelling north we install our campsite in the heart of the Namaqualand region. (B, L, D)

DAY 3: Fish River Canyon
Crossing the border into Namibia, after lunch we have a short drive to the Fish River Canyon. After setting up camp enjoy a walk along the rim of the canyon and watch the changing colours of sunset over the canyon. (B, L, D)

Day 4/5: Sesriem/ Sossusvlei
Our journey takes us north through ever changing scenery to our camp located on the edge of the Namib Desert. We enjoy a sunset walk in the dunes surrounding our camp. The following morning is an early departure for Sossusvlei, stopping in the dune belt to witness the changing colours of the world’s highest sand dunes. We undertake a 5km walk to Sossusvlei and Deadvlei. In the afternoon we enjoy a short hike through the Sesriem Canyon. (B, L, D)

Day 6/7: Swakopmund
Heading north we reach the coast at Walvis Bay and enjoy lunch while viewing the many flamingos feeding. We arrive in Swakopmund and spend the afternoon and following day exploring this German colonial town or booking one of the numerous optional excursions (own expense). Activities available include sandboarding, quad biking, skydiving, kayaking, hot air ballooning or scenic flights over the vast Namib Desert. Dinner on day 6 and all meals on day 7 are for clients’ own expense to sample the local restaurants. Accommodation in bungalows or Guesthouse. (DAY 6 - B, L)

Day 8: Spitzkoppe
The morning is spent viewing the lunar landscapes of Moon Valley and the amazing Welwitschia plant. We head north and set up camp among the boulders of the Spitzkoppe Mountains. An afternoon walk is conducted in the surrounding area. The spectacular setting of our remote bushcamp is sure to leave a lasting impression. (B, L, D)

Day 9: Damaraland / Twyfelfontein
We drive inland through the Damaraland region with its vast and rugged terrain. Its mountain ranges are intercepted by wide gravel plains, which run into sandy, vegetated riverbeds and hot, dry valleys. We visit the Twyfelfontein area for walks to the bushmen paintings/ rock engravings as well as the Organ Pipes. (B, L, D)

Day 10: Himba Visit / Etosha National Park
In the morning we visit the Himba tribe, a semi-nomadic tribe, living in scattered settlements throughout the region. They are characterised by their proud yet friendly stature and the women are noted for their unusual beauty, enhanced by intricate hairstyles and traditional dress. A few hours are spent learning more about these fascinating people. After our visit we proceed to Etosha National Park where we enjoy our first game drive. (B, L, D)

Day 11/12: Etosha National Park
This Park is one of the most important reserves and game sanctuaries in Africa with thousands of wild animals such as blue wildebeest, springbok, zebra, kudu, giraffe, cheetah, leopard, lion and elephant making this area their home. Floodlit waterholes at Okaukuejo and Namutoni campsites attract an abundance of animals throughout the evening, providing us with many amazing wildlife sightings. We enjoy early morning and late afternoon game drives. (B, L, D)

Day 13/ 14: Okavango River
We enter the Caprivi Strip where camp is set amongst the lush vegetation overlooking the Okavango River. Enjoy sunset on the deck or a swim in the famous “river pool”. The following afternoon we relax on a sunset mokoro excursion whilst enjoying the prolific bird and animal life of the Okavango. (B, L, D)

Day 15: Kwando River - Caprivi
Driving through the BwaBwata National Park (formally Caprivi Game Reserve) we have a chance to buy their famous weavings before setting up camp on the banks of the Kwando River. Elephant and Hippo can be viewed from the deck overlooking the river. An afternoon boat excursion and game drive are undertaken in search of the many wild animals that inhabit the BwaBwata National Park. (B, L, D)

Day 16/ 17: Livingstone/ Victoria Falls
We travel across the Zambia (or Zimbabwe) border to Victoria Falls - without doubt one of the greatest and most spectacular sights in Africa. Days are spent at leisure to browse the local markets, to experience the many optional activities on offer in the adrenalin capital of Africa including white water rafting, bungi jumping, microlighting/ airplane or helicopter flights over the Falls, rhino walks, elephant back safaris, and to visit the Falls (own expense). (All meals excluding 1 lunch & 1 dinner).

Clients have the option of ending this tour in Livingstone/ Victoria Falls on the morning of day 18 or continuing as follows:

Day 18: Chobe River
Crossing into Botswana via the Zambezi River pontoon, we set up camp on the banks of the Chobe River. Chobe is famous for its beautiful scenery, magnificent sunsets and abundance of wildlife and birdlife. We relax on a game viewing cruise on the Chobe River. (B, L, D)

Day 19: Nata (Makgadikgadi Pans)
After arriving at Nata, we visit the Makgadikgadi Pans (weather permitting) for a truly unforgettable sunset over what remains of an ancient 6500km2 lake. (B, L, D)

Day 20: Limpopo Area
We install our camp for the last night near the mighty Limpopo River, which forms the border of Botswana and South Africa. (B, L, D)

Day 21: Johannesburg
We travel via the ‘Jacaranda City’ of Pretoria, the administrative capital of South Africa and home of the famous Union Buildings, ending at +-16h00. (B, L)

(This itinerary will depend on local conditions.)

Great Trek Adventure

	Tour Code	Price	Starting	Ending
	GT10	€ 1869	Sun, 7 Oct 07	Sat, 27 Oct 07
	GT10A	€ 1869	Sun, 14 Oct 07	Sat, 3 Nov 07
	GT11	€ 1744	Sun, 4 Nov 07	Sat, 24 Nov 07
	GT11A	€ 1744	Wed, 7 Nov 07	Tue, 27 Nov 07
	GT12	€ 1744	Sun, 16 Dec 07	Sat, 5 Jan 08
	GT1	€ 1675	Sun, 6 Jan 08	Sat, 26 Jan 08
	GT1A	€ 1675	Sun, 13 Jan 08	Sat, 2 Feb 08
	GT2	€ 1675	Sun, 3 Feb 08	Sat, 23 Feb 08
	GT2A	€ 1675	Sun, 10 Feb 08	Sat, 1 Mar 08
	GT3	€ 1675	Sun, 2 Mar 08	Sat, 22 Mar 08
	GT3A	€ 1675	Sun, 9 Mar 08	Sat, 29 Mar 08
	GT4	€ 1744	Sun, 6 Apr 08	Sat, 26 Apr 08
	GT4A	€ 1744	Sun, 13 Apr 08	Sat, 3 May 08
	GT5	€ 1744	Sun, 4 May 08	Sat, 24 May 08
	GT5A	€ 1744	Sun, 11 May 08	Sat, 31 May 08
	GT6	€ 1744	Sun, 1 Jun 08	Sat, 21 Jun 08
	GT6A	€ 1744	Sun, 8 Jun 08	Sat, 28 Jun 08
	GT7	€ 1869	Sun, 6 Jul 08	Sat, 26 Jul 08
	GT7A	€ 1869	Sun, 13 Jul 08	Sat, 2 Aug 08
	GT8	€ 1869	Sun, 3 Aug 08	Sat, 23 Aug 08
	GT8A	€ 1869	Sun, 10 Aug 08	Sat, 30 Aug 08
	GT9	€ 1869	Sun, 31 Aug 08	Sat, 20 Sep 08
	GT9A	€ 1869	Sun, 7 Sep 08	Sat, 27 Sep 08
	GT10	€ 1869	Sun, 5 Oct 08	Sat, 25 Oct 08
	GT10A	€ 1869	Sun, 12 Oct 08	Sat, 1 Nov 08
	GT11	€ 1744	Sun, 2 Nov 08	Sat, 22 Nov 08
	GT11A	€ 1744	Sun, 9 Nov 08	Sat, 29 Nov 08
	GT12	€ 1744	Sun, 14 Dec 08	Sat, 3 Jan 09
	GT12A	€ 1744	Sun, 21 Dec 08	Sat, 10 Jan 09