Namaqualand is a place where one can experience nature in a special and extraordinary way and is steeped in the story of the Namaqualand daisies; an abundance of fertile flowers that transform the almost lifeless Namaqualand into a beautiful floral display of beauty in spring. It was once the hunting ground of the Bushman, with wonderful stories of survival in an unfriendly and unforgiving world, until the rains come and everything unfolds in an unprecedented floral splendour. Groups get big discount up to 30% Important Additional Info: South Africa is a big country of 1,219,912 km2 (471,011 sq mi). You will be travelling an average of 400 km per day. It is important to remember that the flowering season is determined by the rainy season in the Western Cape, and therefore we reserve the right to change our daily travel plans to suit the weather. We also have the right to change the program according to the place where the flowers are best during the tour and for the group. Where accommodation is not available, we reserve the right to book similar places. Bring sunblock, a sunhat, walking shoes, binoculars and cameras. Important notes: - The start of this tour requires a minimum of 4 adults. - The itinerary is subjected to changes according to weather conditions and unforeseen circumstances. - Bring sun block, a sunhat, walking shoes, binoculars and cameras.
What is included in the tour
- Accommodation
- Private Guide
- Transport
- Meals
What is NOT included in the tour
- Flights
- Travel Insurance
- Explore Africa
Day 1: Johannesburg - Kimberley -500km
Depart early from Johannesburg / Pretoria in a westerly direction. The road takes us through the plains of the old Western Transvaal, across the Vaal River. We stop several times along the way and view the great hole of Kimberley during which the glory of the social life that followed the discovery of diamonds is experienced. We spend the night in Kimberley with your normal or luxury accommodation options.
Day 2: Kimberley - Upington -410km
History lies dotted on the R64 that runs west from Kimberley over places with names such as Schmidtsdrift, Campbell, Griquatown, Boegoeberg to Upington. Already here we can see some of the Kalahari sand dunes along the way and if we are lucky gemsbok and springbok. Dried fruit is bought along the road. A stop at Augrabies is part of the travel program. We spend the night in Upington.
Day 3: Upington – Kamieskroon- 550km
We hope that this year's flower season will be long and the East wind will stay away. We drive to Springbok and enjoy lunch at a restaurant. Then to the Namaqua National Park. Here it's just splendour of colour where you look. We spend the night in the vicinity of Kamieskroon.
Day 4: Kamieskroon - Lamberts Bay -425km
After breakfast we travel through the Knersvlakte in the direction of the Bokkeveld mountain range where we will drive up the Van Rhyns Pass which offers some incredible views over Namaqualand. Then to the quiver tree nursery in Vanrhynsdorp, a refuge of species from the region. We visit the flower bulb capital of the world, Nieuwoudtville, where the bulb species grow in the 'Boland of the Namaqualand'. We hunt the most beautiful areas for wildflowers, for common flower species, and also visit the Hantam Botanical Garden. After this we drive to Lamberts Bay, with a stop at Clanwilliam to visit the Rooibos tea factory shop and the Ramskop Nature Park.
Day 5: Rest
Lamberts Bay has its origins in its simple beginnings as a fishing village. Consensus can be used by the group to visit some of the many activities, eateries or attractions, or you can linger at the overnight accommodation. Day 6: Lamberts Bay – Matjiesfontein- 450km From here we travel to the West Coast National Park, against the backdrop of the blue lagoon, white dunes, rare fynbos, green wetlands and boundless waves, there is much to experience, we see the wildlife in the park, and especially enjoy the Postberg- part. We drive to Matjiesfontein and spend the night.
Day 7: Matjiesfontein - Gariep dam- 600km
After breakfast we leave for Gariep dam. It's a long road but we often stop to stretch our legs. Overnight at A’damsview which is considered a place with one of the best views over the interior of South Africa, and enjoys the breathtaking views over the largest dam.
Day 8: Gariep Dam - Home -650km
From Gariep we drive to Bloemfontein. There we pay a short visit to the Women's Monument. After another long day we come home with beautiful memories.
