Augrabies and Orange River scenery
Visit Augrabies Falls and enjoy the drama of the Orange River landscape.
All-inclusive guided self-drive Kalahari lodge tour
Augrabies to Kgalagadi: Falls & Red Sands 4×4 Lodge Tour
Waterfalls, desert landscapes and wildlife in South Africa | 5 days
A guided 4×4 lodge journey linking Augrabies and Kgalagadi, with waterfalls, desert landscapes and wildlife in South Africa.
- 5 days / 4 nights
- Starts at Khamkirri Resort
- Ends near Upington
- Self-drive 4x4 lodge tour
Tour overview
Augrabies, red dunes and Kgalagadi wildlife in one guided route.
This five-day lodge-based journey begins near Kakamas and Augrabies before heading north into the Kalahari and Kgalagadi region.
The route combines Augrabies Falls, Riemvasmaak, Kgalagadi wildlife drives, lodge evenings and a Khomani San cultural dinner.
Why this tour is special
Designed around the strongest parts of the route.
Kgalagadi wildlife days
Spend time in the Kgalagadi region with chances for iconic desert wildlife sightings.
Khomani San experience
Enjoy a cultural dinner and dance experience connected to the region’s heritage.
Comfortable lodge rhythm
Return each evening to selected lodges, meals and warm Kalahari hospitality.
Included in the tour
What’s included
Included in your tour price
- ✓
Guided self-drive 4x4 touring
- Included in your tour price.
- ✓
Lodge accommodation
- Included in your tour price.
- ✓
Meals and park experiences
- Included in your tour price.
- ✓
Augrabies, Riemvasmaak and Kgalagadi route guidance
- Included in your tour price.
- ✓
Pre-departure information and guide support
- Included in your tour price.
Augrabies to Kgalagadi: Falls & Red Sands 4×4 Lodge Tour itinerary
Your route
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Day 1Augrabies and RiemvasmaakKhamkirri, hot springs and falls
Meet at Khamkirri Resort, travel toward Riemvasmaak hot springs and Augrabies Falls, then return for dinner and a river-cruise style evening.
- Khamkirri briefing
- Riemvasmaak
- Augrabies Falls
Day 2Khamkirri to Kgalagadi LodgeCamels, Lost City and meerkats
Travel north with stops including Koppies Kraal Camel Dairy, the Lost City story and Kalahari Trails Meerkat Sanctuary.
- Camel dairy visit
- Meerkat Sanctuary
- Kgalagadi Lodge
Day 3Kgalagadi Transfrontier ParkWildlife and red dunes
Spend a full day in the Kgalagadi region, following dry riverbeds and looking for desert wildlife before returning to the lodge.
- Wildlife viewing
- Packed lunch
- Red dune sundowner
Day 4Kgalagadi and Molopo LodgeSan cultural evening
Explore further into the Kgalagadi region before checking in at Molopo Lodge and enjoying a Khomani San cultural dinner.
- Kgalagadi route
- Molopo Lodge
- Khomani San dinner
Day 5Farewell to the KalahariReturn toward Upington
Travel back toward Upington with time to reflect on the Kalahari landscapes, wildlife and shared memories.
- Scenic return
- Final coffee stop
- Tour concludes
Confirmed departures
Choose your date
Choose the confirmed departure that suits you. If no dates are currently shown, contact our team for upcoming options.
2026 Augrabies to Kgalagadi Departures
25 Oct 2026 to 29 Oct 2026
Full- Duration
- 5 days
- Price
- R12 995 p/p
- Availability
- No spaces available
2027 Augrabies to Kgalagadi Departures
25 Mar 2027 to 29 Mar 2027
Open- Duration
- 5 days
- Price
- R15 500 p/p
- Availability
- 8 spaces available
21 Apr 2027 to 25 Apr 2027
Open- Duration
- 5 days
- Price
- R15 500 p/p
- Availability
- 18 spaces available
19 May 2027 to 23 May 2027
Open- Duration
- 5 days
- Price
- R15 500 p/p
- Availability
- 20 spaces available
16 Jun 2027 to 20 Jun 2027
Open- Duration
- 5 days
- Price
- R15 500 p/p
- Availability
- 16 spaces available
28 Jun 2027 to 02 Jul 2027
Open- Duration
- 5 days
- Price
- R15 500 p/p
- Availability
- 20 spaces available
21 Jul 2027 to 25 Jul 2027
Open- Duration
- 5 days
- Price
- R15 500 p/p
- Availability
- 20 spaces available
13 Oct 2027 to 17 Oct 2027
Open- Duration
- 5 days
- Price
- R15 500 p/p
- Availability
- 20 spaces available
03 Nov 2027 to 07 Nov 2027
Open- Duration
- 5 days
- Price
- R15 500 p/p
- Availability
- 20 spaces available
Choose your date
Select the confirmed departure that suits you.
Book and pay
Guests complete the booking flow and pay by instant EFT or card where enabled.
Receive your tour pack
The team sends confirmation, preparation notes and the relevant tour documents.
Join the tour
Arrive prepared, meet the group and enjoy the route with Why Not Africa Tours.
FAQs
Before you book
Do I need my own vehicle?
For self-drive 4x4 tours, guests normally travel in their own suitable 4x4. Contact our team before booking if you need help confirming vehicle suitability.
What is included?
The accommodation, meals and planned experiences shown in the inclusions are covered in the tour price. Your booking confirmation will set out the final arrangements for your departure.
How do I choose a date?
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Augrabies to Kgalagadi: Falls & Red Sands 4×4 Lodge Tour
A five-day guided self-drive lodge adventure from Khamkirri and Augrabies into the Kgalagadi, with red dunes, wildlife, cultural experiences and Kalahari hospitality.
R12 995Augrabies to Kgalagadi: Falls & Red Sands 4×4 Lodge Tour
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