Lion Tour
Richtersveld • Augrabies • Riemvasmaak • Kgalagadi
A true Northern Cape overland loop — remote desert tracks, river camps, and big-cat territory in Kgalagadi.
Duration: 11 Days / 10 Nights
Style: Guided convoy (self-drive)
Region: Northern Cape (Richtersveld + Kgalagadi + Augrabies)
Suitable for: Adventurers who want remote wilderness + iconic wildlife
Driving level: Moderate (long distances + gravel + some 4x4 sections in Richtersveld)
Cost: R11,000 per person sharing
Rent an Overlander: R19,000
Start: Cape Town
Finish: Augrabies (option to add return leg to Cape Town)
Call / WhatsApp: +27 68 629 4940
Email: info@overlanding.capetown
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I have a 4x4
Already kitted? Perfect. Join the convoy, meet like-minded travellers, and enjoy a fully planned route with local guidance and backup support. You arrive ready — we handle the structure.
I need a 4x4
No 4x4? No stress. Rent one of our fully equipped overlanders for an additional R19,000 and join the same guided adventure — complete with a fridge, camping kit, recovery basics, and all the essentials. Arrive, load up, and go.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 — Springbok → Brandkaros Camp
We meet in Springbok and begin the journey north, travelling to Brandkaros Camp for our first overnight stop. This is where the adventure begins, with wide open landscapes and the convoy settling into tour rhythm.
Day 2 — Brandkaros → Sendelingsdrif → Potjiespram
We make an early start and enter the Richtersveld. After completing permits at Sendelingsdrif, we continue deeper into the park and drive through to Potjiespram for the night.
Day 3 — Potjiespram → Halfmens → Hand of God Rock → De Hoop
Here we explore some of the Richtersveld’s most iconic scenery. We pass the famous halfmens plants and visit the striking Hand of God rock formation before continuing on to De Hoop.
Day 4 — De Hoop → Richtersberg
We continue through the dramatic Richtersveld landscape and make our way to Richtersberg, another unforgettable stop surrounded by rugged desert beauty.
Day 5 — Richtersberg → Helskloof Pass → Richtersveld Exit → Vioolsdrif
A big route day. We drive to Echo Canyon, then continue over the hills and through the pass as we exit the Richtersveld and head toward Vioolsdrif for the night.
Day 6 — Vioolsdrif → Riemvasmaak
We leave the border region behind and continue inland to Riemvasmaak, known for its dramatic rock formations, hot springs, and isolated beauty.
Day 7 — Riemvasmaak → Kgalagadi Lifestyle → Game Drive
We travel onward toward the Kgalagadi region, arriving at Kgalagadi Lifestyle. Depending on timing, the day includes a game drive and a chance to settle into true safari country.
Day 8 — Kgalagadi Lifestyle → Twee Rivieren
Today we enter deeper into the Kgalagadi area and continue through to Twee Rivieren, the well-known southern entry point to the park.
Day 9 — Kgalagadi → Afternoon Exit → Kgalagadi Lifestyle
After a morning in the park, we make our way out in the afternoon and return to Kgalagadi Lifestyle for the night.
Day 10 — Kgalagadi Lifestyle → Augrabies
We leave the Kalahari behind and head to Augrabies for the final overnight stop of the tour. A fitting close to a route filled with big skies, red sand, and rugged adventure.
Day 11 — Tour Close
After breakfast, the tour comes to an end and everyone heads home with memories of one of South Africa’s wildest and most scenic overland routes.
Highlights
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Start in Springbok
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Enter the legendary Richtersveld
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Permits and crossing point at Sendelingsdrif
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Overnight at Potjiespram
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Visit the halfmens region and Hand of God rock
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Overnight stops at De Hoop and Richtersberg
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Scenic exit via Echo Canyon and mountain pass country
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Remote beauty of Riemvasmaak
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Kalahari experience through Kgalagadi
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Final stop at Augrabies
What You Need to Bring
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Personal clothing and toiletries
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Camping gear and personal essentials
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Warm clothing for evenings and early mornings
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Hat, sunscreen, and plenty of water
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Snacks and drinks for remote stretches
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If using your own vehicle: good tyres, recovery points, and basic spares recommended
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A sense of adventure
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