Day 1: Cape Town to Cederberg Area, South Africa

Leaving Cape Town, you head north through the Cape Winelands and cross the Piketberg Pass into the rich fruit growing area of Citrusdal. Your first night is spent in a picturesque campsite surrounded by local wine farms. This afternoon we have the opportunity to sample some of the nectar of the gods or to explore the surrounding Cederberg Mountains. Lunch and dinner included.

Day 2: Cederberg Area to Orange River, South Africa

From the Cederberg you travel north through the region known as Namaqualand, well known for its prolific display of Namaqua wildflowers that occur each spring. After stopping for supplies in Springbok, you continue on through the desert area of the Richtersveld to the Orange River, the natural land border between South Africa and Namibia. here, you overnight at a beautiful campsite on the South African bank of the river. Breakfast, lunch, dinner.

Day 3: Orange River to Fish River Canyon, Namibia

This morning you have the option of a half-day canoe trip on the Orange River, affording you the opportunity of some bird watching or just a scenic and relaxing paddle. After lunch you cross into Namibia where, after a short drive, you reach the scenic Fish River Canyon.

At 161 km long, 27 km wide and about 550 m deep, it‟s the second largest canyon in the world. The outer canyon was formed by tectonic activity, while the erosion of the Fish River formed the inner canyon. A road follows the eastern rim, giving you access to several viewing points from. Take in the spectacular vistas. Breakfast, lunch, dinner.

Day 4: Fish River Canyon to Helmringhausen Area, Namibia

After a leisurely morning at the Fish River Canyon, you head north through Namibia‟s farming area. You stop in Bethanie, a small, former missionary town, for supplies and then head to your overnight camp. Here, you have the opportunity to star gaze at the magnificent Milky Way in the Namibian night sky. Breakfast, lunch, dinner.