Cape to Desert - Camping in South Africa & Namibia (Self-Drive): Cape Town – Cederberg – Augrabies Falls – Kgalagadi – Fish River – Aus – Sesriem – Swakopmund – Windhoek

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ANEW HOTEL GREENPOINT | Cape Town

Conveniently located in Anew Hotel Green Point is within walking distance to many of the popular restaurants and attractions in the V&A Waterfront area. The hotel not only affords magnificent views but also offers environmentally conscious hotel rooms, all stylishly furnished with intricate artwork and modern utilities. The hotel features a rooftop entertainment area with a striking glass-walled pool overlooking Green Point. On the ground floor, there is an open-plan bar, lounge and terrace offering a variety of local and international cuisine. Vīb Cape Town also boasts the Jaffer Modern art gallery, which aims to promote both established and aspiring Pan-African artists to the local and international market.  

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3 Nights

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1x Standard Mountain Facing Room

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4 Stars

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Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English, Xhosa

No. Rooms: 76

Special Interests: Sports

Sanddrif Holiday Resort | Cederberg

Located in the unspoilt heart of the picturesque Cederberg, Sanddrif Holiday Resort offers accommodation amidst tranquillity. Encompassed by breath-taking rock formations and indigenous fynbos, the offers a variety of self-catering cottages and well-run camping sites. Comfortably appointed and tastefully decorated, the Cottages have two or three bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, a fireplace, and barbeque facilities. The campsites have electricity, braai facilities, and clean ablution facilities. Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers the area boasts an abundance of activities like hiking, rock climbing, mountain biking, star gazing, swimming in the Matjies River or Maalgat rock pools, wine tasting at Cederberg Wines, and on clear nights an experience learning about the night skies at the open observatory. 

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2 Nights

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1x Main Campsite

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Augrabies Falls Rest Camp | Augrabies Falls National Park

Located in the Augrabies Falls National Park a few steps from the viewpoint, Augrabies Falls Rest Camp allows you the opportunity to explore the scenic wonders of this area on a self-catering basis. Under Sanparks ownership, the Rest Camp offers a campsite and comfortable, clean and well-equipped chalets furnished with air conditioning or fans, a kitchen, a washroom, and a shower. There is an extensive indoor restaurant with viewpoints of the falls within walking distance, braai facilities and three swimming pools. Centred around the splendour of the Augrabies Falls, the activities on offer include a guided Klipspringer Hiking Trail, a self-guided Dassie Nature Trail and Night Drives with a knowledgeable guide. Perfect for travellers seeking affordability while traversing through the awe-inspiring beauty of the surroundings. 

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1x Campsite

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Twee Rivieren Rest Camp | Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park (South Africa)

Superbly positioned at the entrance to the scenic Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Twee Rivieren Rest Camp and Camp Site offers good value for money with its self-catering accommodation. Cottages and Chalets are air-conditioned and furnished with a kitchen, washroom, and shower. The central Camp area features a restaurant, a grocery shop, a petrol station, barbeque facilities and an appealing swimming pool. Characterized by red sand dunes and dry rivers, morning and sunset Drives with a knowledgeable guide in the reserve are on offer, as well as a variety of 4x4 Eco Trails. Well-maintained with simplicity and affordability in mind, Twee Rivieren provides a comfortable stay.

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2 Nights

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1x Campsite

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Mata Mata Rest Camp | Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park (South Africa)

The stark, beautiful Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park offers three camps, one of which is Mata Mata on the banks of the Auob River. Surrounded by Kalahari dune bushveld, the camp has a reception, shop and fuel facilities. Also at the camp is a hide overlooking a water hole, attracting various animals of the Kgalagadi. Expect to see many a giraffe here.

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2 Nights

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1x Campsite

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Canyon Roadhouse Campsite Gondwana Collection Namibia | Fish River Canyon

Canyon Roadhouse celebrates the good old days of the automobile with its assortment of classic vehicles and paraphernalia assembled from a bygone era. Advantageously located 14 km away from the Fish River Canyon, the property includes a shady campsite on the bank of a dry riverbed, set against a backdrop of rocky hills. Sites are equipped with PowerPoint and barbeque facilities. You have access to shared ablution and washing up facilities as well as an inviting swimming pool at the Lodge, a fuel station, a bar and a rather creative restaurant. The canyon viewpoints are easily accessible if you book either a Guided Walk or Guided Drive. Friendly and decidedly quirky, this property has a unique atmosphere and provides a memorable experience.

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2 Nights

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1x Campsite

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Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English

No. Rooms: 12

Special Interests: Adventure, Hiking, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation

Klein-Aus Vista Desert Horse Campsite Gondwana Collection Namibia | Aus

Klein-Aus Vista Desert Horse Inn Campsite is settled at the foot of the Aus mountains in the Klein-Aus Vista Reserve, near the coastal town of Lüderitz. The lodge comprises a campsite in the shade of camelthorn trees, equipped with a grill, windbreak, tap, and shower and ablution facilities nearby. The property boasts a swimming pool, a bar, a restaurant, and a wooden deck to enjoy the Namibian sunset with a sundowner drink at the end of the day. Activities on offer include self-guided Hiking Trails, Mountain Biking Trails, Desert Tours, and Sunset Drives. You can also take a Day Trip to Lüderitz with visits to the ghost town of Kolmanskop and the Garub water hole where wild horses of the Namib are usually seen. Well maintained, this Campsite provokes a feeling of nostalgia with its truly unique backdrop and tranquil skies. 

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2 Nights

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Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English

No. Rooms: 10

Special Interests: Cycling, Hiking, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Wildlife

Sesriem Oshana Campsite | Sesriem

Set in the Namib Naukluft National Park, Sesriem Oshana Campsite provides easy access to the sweeping dunes at the renowned Sossusvlei. The Campsite comprises individual encampments, each equipped with a private toilet and shower, a wash-up kitchenette and an electrical PowerPoint. Commanding a view over the Namib Desert, the camp showcases a restaurant and bar, a tantalizing swimming pool, a barbeque area, and a shop for all grocery requirements. The campsite offers Guided Game Drives and Hot Air Balloon Tours for the more adventurous, and the location allows you to self-explore the sweeping dunes of Sossuvlei, the Deadvlei Pan and the Sesriem Canyon. Effortlessly blending into the natural surroundings, this campsite is pristine and allows for a pleasant stay for travellers looking for affordability.

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Desert Breeze Lodge | Swakopmund

Located on the outskirts of Swakopmund, Desert Breeze Lodge, set amid the endless dunes, has a distinctive architecture with splashes of colour.  Spacious, Luxury Bungalows furnished with quirky décor and stylish amenities include a wood-burning fireplace and a ceiling fan. Each of these offers a private balcony from where to admire the breathtaking view of the dunes. The remainder of the Lodge boasts a dining area with meals on request. Activities are abundant in the area to suit all your needs, and however you choose to spend the days, the friendly staff of Desert Breeze will assist you in ensuring your stay is one to remember.

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2 Nights

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1x Jungle Bungalow

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Lodge

No. Rooms: 14

Special Interests: Leisure

Rooisand Desert Ranch | Gamsberg

Ideally positioned on a quaint farm on the edge of the Namib Desert, Rooisand Desert Ranch is built between the scenic beauty of the rocky Gamsberg and Kuiseb mountain passes. The Lodge comprises various rustic room categories to suit all budgets, comfortably equipped with all basic amenities for a pleasant stay. Surrounded by sweeping red dunes, the main Lodge area has a swimming pool, tennis court, a bar and a dining area. With most of the activities centred around astrology, you can choose from a Planetary Hiking Trail and an Astro Tour, allowing you to submerge yourself in the sparkling, clear night sky. Also on offer are Rock Art Hiking Trails, Guided Walking Tours, Sundowner and Scenic Drives, and for the tech-savvy - a Drone Safari. 

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