Adventureshop 

Cycling is in our veins and we love showing of our beautiful area on a bicycle. Come explore Stellenbosch and the greater Winelands on a bicycle tour or magnificent hike with our Adventurshop. We offer from half day cycle tours like the Historic Cycle tour of Stellenbosch and its wineries to full day tours like our E-Bike tour from Stellenbosch to Franschhoek. We also run longer multi-day cycling adventures. We have it all. And no cycle tour or hike through the winelands is complete without great food and wine tasting! 

We will make sure that you experience the best of what this beautiful area with mountains, valleys vineyards and rivers has to offer. We have a wide variety of cycling and hiking tours to explore our area in depth! All tours can be done with our E-Bikes or normal mountain bikes. 

Our professional guides have a passion for cycling, South Africa and its people and will show you all the cool off the beaten path spots and trails like the Stellenbosch Trail Fund network of fantastic trails. Our back up vehicles are there for peace of mind; our bike trailers are custom made and add a lot of value and comfort to our tours.

About Us 

Based in Stellenbosch, our Adventureshop is an owner-run business that has been in the adventure tourism business since 2000 with extensive experience in adventure tours and activities, safaris and overland travel. 

As we are based in the Stellenbosch winelands, we also operate local day tours like our Guided Bike tours, 4×4 wine tours, guided hikes and a hop on hop off service on the Stellenbosch Wine route called the Vine Hopper. We also assist our clients with self drive itineraries in South Africa and Namibia. 

We know that visitors come to South Africa for a once in a lifetime experience. Our aim is to make sure that all our clients have a fantastic time in our beautiful country, tell the story to their friends and come visit us again sooner than they would have expected! 

We are also proud to practice sustainable tourism principals by minimizing our impact on the environment, developing our local area by buying local and supporting our community and employees.

Bogenfels & Diamonds Tours 

Steeped in century old diamond history, ghost towns, abandoned mining equipment and tales of untold riches vie for the attention of curious adventurers. With a booking office in Walvis Bay, our Bogenfels & Diamonds Tours is the exclusive tourism concession holder to the Sperrgebiet area south of Luederitz and welcomes you to unique excursions and experiences in this history-rich area of the Tsau //Kaeb National Park. 

We offer multilingual tours in English, Afrikaans and German. Please confirm your nationality and preference upon booking. 

Our Adventures 

Join one or all of our exciting adventures and guided tours for which we will pickup our guests from their places of accommodation. We specifically cater for persons with disabilities. Alternatively, come and explore the Namib desert as well as the Atlantic ocean with our affiliate companies Sandwich Harbour 4x4 and Catamaran Charters.

4x4 selfdrive adventure: Pomona & Bogenfels - 2 days with overnight. This guided two-day overnight selfdrive adventure in a 4x4  is well-suited for those who wish to explore the fascinating desert to the south of Lüderitz in the comfort of their own vehicle, combined with an overnight camping in one of the deserted ghost towns ensconced deep in diamond history. 

We will meet you at your accommodation, do a short briefing after which we'll drive to a control point at Kolmanskop for registration and proceed to the entrance gate of the Tsau //Kaeb National Park. From their we will pass the site where the a sparkling gem was found that set off the diamond rush to the area. Onwards towards the first dunes and along the former railway line that linked Kolmanskop with Pomona and Bogenfels more than a 100 years ago. The remnants of old sidings where materials were offloaded in support of mining activities bear testimony to the harsh conditions in which prospectors and miners operated in this forbidden area. Driving onward through the diverse desert terrain and vegetation your guide will chat about the fascinating mysteries of the time. Heading towards the coast where old buildings and the remains of a desalination plant can be viewed. Late afternoon we will set up camp and start a fire for supper at the ghost town of Pomona. The abandoned houses of this mining settlement make picturesque subjects to photograph. Enjoy fabulous stargazing with possible visits of hyenas and jackals. On day 2 we will explore the diamond area and visit the Dome cave before reaching the majestic, 55 metres tall Bogenfels arch above the rugged coast. 

Bogenfels and Diamonds Excursion - 9 hours. Join us for a guided day-tour from Luderitz southwards through the Sperrgebiet, stopping at ghost towns where desert sands have built up and attempted to reclaim their land, causing roofs to fall in and walls to crumble. The highlight of the tour is Bogenfels, a massive rock arch that straddles the coastline and sea, comparable to a 20-storey building. The desert around Luderitz is steeped in diamond history. Tales of diamond smuggling and intrigue abound, and the sands cover and uncover remnants of the lives of those intrepid folk who ventured into this remote arid region to live in the small mining towns scattered amongst the gravel plains of Namibia's Diamond Coast. 

E-Bay Diamond History Excursion - approx. 4 hours. Often forgotten in the shadow of its ghost town counterpart Kolmanskop, Elizabeth Bay was another lucrative diamond mining town that is worth exploring. It feels closer to urban exploration, and its decrepit buildings and machinery tell of a dark, greedy history. E-Bay was developed between 1924 and 1926, with a number of engineers, technicians, hundreds of artisans from Germany and local workers recruited to build the plant. All materials and every piece of equipment needed had to be transported by railways from Luderitz. After having produced 1.25 million carats of diamonds, the Great Depression caused a complete shutdown in 1931, with the residential part of E-Bay being finally abandoned in 1940. Mining activities at E-Bay thereafter continued on-and-off, with a new owner taking over the mine in 2021. 

Upon arrival at E-Bay we conduct a tour through the abandoned village area and visit the extensive separation plant as well as view the remains of a huge entertainment hall and casino overlooking the ocean.  The village also contrasts rows of housing for miners, and large, overcrowded sleeping quarters for local workers. We view the south-facing bay and discuss the historic role of Possession island recognisable in the distance in early diamond mining and guano harvesting. You are encouraged to also explore the remains of the village on foot to take advantage of spectacular photographic motives, or just to reminisce about the past. Coffee, tea and biscuits will be served at the house of the mine manager, where you can study static informational displays.

Kalahari Breeze Safaris 

Hand-made safaris in Botswana and southern Africa, designed for you by Kalahari Breeze Safaris, our small family company and locally owned tour operator in Maun, Botswana. Founded in 2014, we offer customized tours for private travellers or groups who can join us in Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe and Zambia, or on request also in South Africa. We are registered and licensed by Botswana Tourism and affiliated with HATAB (Hospitality and Tourism Association of Botswana). 

Our Tours 

We warmly welcome you in Africa and offer a wide range of authentic journeys into the wild as well as high quality safaris for every budget. 
Enjoy a luxurious fly-in lodge safari in Botswana. Go on a comfortable camping tour deep inside the African bush or do an organised self-drive tour through Namibia. Feel the adrenaline rush when bungy jumping from the bridge at Victoria Falls, white water rafting on the Zambezi, sky diving and quad biking in the Namib desert, or simply relax during a sunset cruise or Mokoro (dug out canoe) trip through the Okavango Delta. 

To support other small local businesses, we include where possible family businesses from local communities in our tours and operations. We offer them the market that they might find difficult to purchase. In return they show you their country and you will experience amazing scenery, wild African animals, birds and adventures which you never thought would be possible. This is the closest you can get to the African Bush and the most honest insights possible. 

We work with highly selected local companies and self-employed guides and support eco tourism, fair and conservational tourism. We partner with big companies, too. This way we can offer you a pure and authentic Africa experience with a personal touch away from mass tourism and without missing the comforts and luxury of high-end lodges. 

Our Services 

We have lots of experience in the tourism industry. By understanding the interests and needs of travellers, we make sure you enjoy your holiday to the fullest. Our strength is our customer service. We are by your side from the booking up to the end of your safari. We pick you up personally at the airport and take you on an unforgettable journey through our beautiful country. And, if you are interested, we show you the best restaurants and local meeting spots, too. 

See you in Africa! We are looking forward to making this the journey of your lifetime.

Richtersveld Tours 

Our Port Nolloth-based tour operator, Richtersveld Tours is a family business which not only offers tours to the Northern Cape and Namakwaland but also into the scenic Karoo as well as to the Western Cape province of South Africa. 

We pride ourselves in offering personal attention to all our guests. No stone will be left unturned in our effort to guarantee your satisfaction and to offer an experience, not just another tour. 

Please note that group tours, private tours and self-drive itineraries of various length are available in different months throughout the year. You may also request own dates which will suite your travel schedule best. Please contact us for more details. 

Our Tours 

We specialize in travelling into the Richtersveld, a World Heritage site and home to the Nama (Khoisan) people. Embrace yourself in an authentic experience with history, cultural interaction and beautiful sceneries - an experience that will stay with you forever. 

Our speciality is also small group tours - from two to eight guests - to the Diamond Coast of South Africa and excursions into the Namaqualand to see desert flowers, indigenous succulent plants as well as wildlife and seal colonies. 

Alternatively, join us for game viewing and a photographic safari in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, visit the Augrabies Falls, put up tent and overnight on the shores of the mighty Orange River where stargazing is amazing, or come with us and experience a historical town walk through the diamond city of Kimberley and check out the stunning open air mine museum of this diamond digger town in its early days where you can also look into the Big Hole, the world-wide largest, hand-dug diamond excavation. 

While our tours normally start and end in Port Nolloth, arrangements can be made to be picked up at the airport in Upington or Cape Town. Whenever possible we will customize the tour to specifically cater for your interests, whether landscape photography, local culture or just the unspoilt beauty of the Richtersveld. We will also supply everything needed on the tour, including vehicles, well maintained equipment, putting up camp (if camping), preparing meals, among others, as well as accommodation in Port Nolloth before and after the tour. 

We supply an all in one service! You just bring your clothes and camera, we'll do the rest! Our professional guides have a good general knowledge of our area and we believe in travelling and exploring where safety is our first priority!

Salty Jackal Surf School 

With the beach in Swakopmund only a short walk away, our Salty Jackal Surf School offers the ONLY surf camps in Namibia which are hosted by our centrally located Salty Jackal Surf Camp and Backpackers for small groups who wish to dedicate some serious time to their surfing, and where everything is about surfing, sustainable living and extraordinary food. It's what we love and live for! 

Welcome to beautiful, wide-open Namibia and its wave-rich coastline and uncrowded waves of which numerous quality surf breaks are within a few kilometres. For those who enjoy surfing, adventure and vast, natural landscapes - this is the place for you. 

Let's go surfing! Whether it's your first surf lesson or you're a seasoned tube lord comfortable riding the longest, and one of the fastest and heaviest barrels on earth - Skeleton Bay - or anything in between, we are ready to get you stoked and filled up on Vitamin Sea! Our licensed and insured Salty Jackal has a multilingual team which takes you surfing according to your level. 

Our Surf Camps 

Surfing along the oldest desert in the world not only offers consistent, year-round quality waves for all levels with low crowds - on top of this, the Namib desert's mesmerizing scenery and the endless barrels of Skeleton Bay will remain etched in your mind. Be prepared, this place is wild. The desert climate can be harsh and you might surf alone with no soul in sight apart from some friendly seals and dolphins, while jackals surround the car on the beach - it's all part of the adventure. Our ISA qualified and first aid trained guides / instructors have in-depth knowledge of surf spots and local conditions. 

Our surf camps are hosted at set dates throughout the year. Certain seasons are suited to beginners, others to more experienced surfers. Our surf camps run over 7 nights and days during which you will get at least 1 or 2 sessions / lessons on each surf day or full day trips to spots further away from Swakopmund. 

What makes our surf camps unique is that on top of surfing quality waves in Namibia's breath-taking landscapes filled with wildlife, guests also have the option of free time activities for all tastes and budgets - this means that non-surfer friends and partners will enjoy our camps too. 

Included in our surf camps are bed and breakfast, surf lessons as well as surf instructor / guiding and transport, the surf board and a wetsuit (also for kids), free flow coffee or tea, fruit and drinking water, a picnic lunch and a welcome dinner, fast unlimited Wi-Fi, a sundowner in the desert or a stargazing trip, an activity and safari booking service, a city tour of Swakopmund, fitness equipment, bicycles (4 are available) for getting around in town and group photos will be taken. 

Not included but also available are surf photography and video analysis, a 3-day Namibia surfari (surfing and safari) for venturing further into our stunning country, as well as Yoga classes, an honesty bar and airport transfer.  We also offer guided surf trips along the Skeleton Coast for intermediate and elite levels. Just fly in to Walvis Bay and we'll pick you up there! Contact us to arrange your surf trip. 

For adrenaline junkies - how about skydiving over the world's oldest desert or sand boarding and quad biking on the ever-shifting dunes of the Namib desert?

Our Accommodation

Our  eco-friendly Salty Jackal Surf Camp and backpackers can accommodated a maximum of 14 guests in double / twin rooms or a 6-bed dormitory, and offers a relaxed atmosphere where you can mingle with like-minded travellers. Choose between self-catering or bed and breakfast and sign up for our home-cooked dinners. Our multilingual and dedicated team is available almost 24/7 to give quality local information on activities, gastronomy, sights, surfing and anything else.

Sandwich Harbour 4x4

Scenic Sandwich Harbour is part of the Namib Naukluft Park and a place many have heard of but very few have ever visited. We get you there! Based in Walvis Bay, Our Sandwich Harbour 4x4 is the leading day tour operator in the Namib Desert south of town and Sandwich Harbour. Join us on our exciting excursions and outdoor adventures.

Giant sand dunes run straight into the ocean creating breathtaking sceneries and unique landscapes, just waiting to be discovered by you!  

Once a commercial fishing and trading port, Sandwich Harbour is now a RAMSAR site (No. 743 - one of 5 sites in Namibia) with magnificent wetland wilderness as well as devoid of any human settlement, and one of Namibia’s most unique and dramatic sites. Situated a little less than 60 km south of Walvis Bay in the Namib-Naukluft National Park, here some of the world’s highest dunes descent into the Atlantic Ocean to form a picturesque lagoon. The lagoon, salt pans and the bird sanctuary, which form the Walvis Bay Wetlands, are rightly heralded as the single most important coastal wetlands of Southern Africa. 

Wedged between the sea and the Namib Dunes, Sandwich Harbour is home to eight endangered species among the large numbers of wading birds.

Early evidence of human life is preserved, and the site includes several archaeological sites dating back thousands of years. 

Our Adventures 

Join us on one or more of our exciting excursions and outdoor adventures. We offer multilingual tours in English, Afrikaans and German. Please confirm your nationality and preference upon booking.

Shipwreck Sandwich Harbour Excursion - Full Day, 8 hours. If you are interested in experiencing the rugged beauty of the Namibian coastal landscape and dream of seeing an actual shipwreck stuck high-up on a beach in one of the world's most isolated places then this one-day excursion is designed for you. Experience a piece of Namibia's central Skeleton Coast exposed to the stormy South Atlantic Ocean claiming numerous ships over past centuries. Combine the scenic beauty and wildlife of the Kuiseb Delta and Sandwich Harbour, as we explore further south along the coastline an area where the Namibian coast claimed another victim, the Shawnee, a transport tug that ran aground on 16 February 1976. 

Sailing Desert Adventure - Full Day, 8 hours. This Sailing Desert Adventure provides the ultimate combination of viewing our marine life on a leisure sailing cruise on the Atlantic Ocean with our affiliate Catamaran Charters, and exploring our fauna and flora with a ride in the breathtaking Sandwich Harbour Area of the Namib Naukluft Park.

Sandwich Harbour 4x4 Excursion - Full Day, 6 hours. From our office at the Waterfront in Walvis Bay we head to the Walvis Bay Lagoon with its masses of flamingos, and weather / tide permitting further on to the scenic Sandwich Harbour Lagoon. Enjoy a light lunch (including snacks, oysters, drinks and sparkling wine) overlooking the Atlantic ocean or spectacular dunes, and on our way home an exhilarating four-wheel drive over majestic dunes where you can see typical desert flora and fauna, e.g. a jackal, springboks, ostriches, oryx antelopes and lizards.  

Sandwich Harbour 4x4 Scenic Excursion - Half Day, 4 hours. The above mentioned tour is also available as a morning excursion starting at 08h30 and returning at around 12h30, or as an afternoon excursion starting at 12h30 and returning at around 16h30.

Walvis Wetlands Birding - Half Day, 4 hours. Join our morning birding excursion starting at 08h30 and returning at 12h30, or the afternoon excursion leaving at 13h00 and returning at 17h00. Possible sightings include over 150 species of bird that have been recorded in this region, including Intra-African migrants, e.g. two flamingo species, European and northern Siberian migrants, as well as Palaearctic terns and resident birds such as huge great white pelicans amongst others. If you’re a serious ticker, you might get lucky further inland and see Namibia’s only true endemic bird, the Dune Lark.

Sundowner Photography Excursion - Sunset, 4 hours. The desert is any photographer’s ultimate dream and nightmare all rolled into one. Whilst the landscapes are breathtaking, the conditions can be quite challenging. Let us ensure you get the most joy from photographing our beloved desert with spectacular results. When the sun has set and the light has diminished, we'll find a suitable place to stop and serve a selection of oysters and snacks with sparkling wine, beers and cool drinks. We usually do this on top of a high dune, between the dunes or on the beach. In summer we will be returning at around 20h00, in winter at 19h00.

Flying Dress Photo-shoot - 4 hours. Bring your favourite dress for an unforgettable Flying Dress photo shoot in the spectacular dunes of the Namib desert. We create a personalized and unforgettable photography experience to make you look beautiful and feel confident. While always with a goal of personalisation and originality, our photo shoot is the ideal choice for a special person, couple and family, or to enhance a special occasion such as a birthday, engagement or pregnancy. 

Shipwrecks & Diamonds - 3 Days. This three-day adventure provides the experiences of driving through some of the most spectacular dune areas, overnighting in a tented camp close to the ocean, viewing two shipwrecks, visiting areas of great historical interest and see untouched sceneries, fauna and flora. Come and explore the Sperrgebiet south of Luderitz and the Tsau //Kaeb National Park with our affiliate company Bogenfels & Diamonds Tours.

Shipungo Safari & Tours 

A Welcome with a Smile & Open Hands - Based in Maun, our tour operator Shipungo Safari & Tours is a 100% whole citizen owned company which offers you a highly enjoyable and flexible way to see the truly extraordinary places of interest in Botswana and its bordering countries Zimbabwe and Namibia. 

We offer affordable day and overnight trips, mokoro trips, scenic flights, camping safaris over several days and mobile safaris as well as boat cruises. We cover Moremi Game Reserve, the Okavango Delta, Central Kalahari, Nxai Pan, Makgadikgadi Pan, Chobe National Park, Savuti, and scheduled trips into both Zimbabwe, including Victoria Falls, and Namibia. 

Each a fully catered three day tour, whether it is an inner delta safari or a mobile safari by motor boat or the exciting Mokoro (dug out canoe) Adventure in the Okavango Delta, discover the beautiful nature and wildlife of Botswana with us. Alternatively, join our seven day camping safari in Moremi Game Reserve and Chobe National Park. 

Our Activities 

Viewing parades of elephant, buffalo and crocodiles sharing the water's edge is a truly magical and memorable experience which awaits on our very popular Mokoro trips. 

Is there a more unique and authentic way to experience the bush than on the traditional wild trails? We think not! Our nature walks are an adventurous and a rather thrilling experience not to be missed out on. With our heritage knowledge filled guides to keep you company. You are always offered with an opportunity to walk around to experience wilderness and wildlife, accompanied by fully qualified safari guides.

Our game drives are designed to take you close to the wildlife rich spots of the protected areas. This gives you an opportunity to view wild animals in their natural habitat as they go about their daily activities.


Or join us on game drives which are done during the day or at night time, and the best times are early in the morning and late afternoons, when it is much cooler. Night game drives are however not allowed in the game reserve and national parks of Botswana but only offered in concession areas. 

Take a boating safari and experience nature at its best interaction – the river, the animals and the sunset! Here you’ll get up close and personal with hippo, crocodile and a mind-boggling array of water birds. You can also see massive herds of Elephant and Buffalo as they converge along the waterfront.

We also offer scenic flights over the Okavango Delta as well as local cultural tours, including, among others, a day discovering the culture and traditions of the Bayei tribe and witness traditional doctors demonstrating how different flora can cure a range of diseases. A short excursion outside the compound will show you the different hunting methods which were used in the past and the traditional mortars made on inactive termites mounds.

Shockwave Adventures 

We will take you down the Zambezi River! Based in Victoria Falls, our Shockwave Adventures specialize in non-adventurous and adventurous adrenaline-rush activities including white water rafting on the Zambezi River in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, and also arrange or book tours if you are based in Livingstone, Zambia. 

Rated No. 1 of 200 tours in Victoria Falls and a consistent awardee with TripAdvisor, we provide unique, customized and personalized trips, whether you are an individual traveller, a couple or a group of friends and a family.  Get first hand information from our locally owned company which has over 20 years experience in this industry as we offer a unique experience by creating custom adventures away from mass rafting. Our first-class, small-group, VIP and private tours in and around Zimbabwe are unmatched in the industry. 

Safety first - Be assured that we don’t compromise on safety issues on the river. We pride in a 100% safety record! Our trip leaders are the most experienced guides around. All of them have been 20 years and more rafting on the mighty Zambezi as well as experience in the international rafting scene. 

Our Activities & Tours 

Book with us for serious fun! Staying in Zambia, do not worry we can pick you up from there.

We offer a  variety of white water adventures that suite every adrenaline junkie you can think of! Rafting, tandem kayaking and river boarding the Zambezi has always been fun. Choose between white water adventures, multi-day rafting with game viewing possibilities and camping on the banks of the mighty Zambezi, an upper Zambezi raft float or family and kids rafting, including family tours with a sunset and dinner cruise or a day tour in Victoria Falls. 

We also offer packages for the myriad of activities in Zimbabwe and even safaris within Zimbawe and into Chobe National Park, Botswana. 

Last but not least, Shockwave Adventures offers a comprehensive selection of transfers covering all major activities as well as major international and domestic flights.

Social Responsibility 

Our vision is to elevate partners, customers, neighbours and the community to create the positive change. We thrive to protect the environment, therefore our business practices secure ecologically, sustainable development of the use of natural resources for future generations to come. Choosing Shockwave Adventures ensures that you will have a once in a life time experience with the highest standard of safety and service whilst also helping the community of Victoria falls flourish.

Tsitsikamma Canopy Tour 

The first of its kind in Africa and an awesome eco-wilderness adventure on the Garden Route in South Africa! Discover with our team from Tsitsikamma Canopy Tour in Storms River the secrets of the spectacular and unique wilderness of the indigenous Tsitsikamma forest which involves zip lining from one platform to another along a steel cable suspended up to 30 meters above the forest floor.

As you enter the forest you’ll encounter hard pear trees, giant yellow woods, beautiful tree ferns, hundreds of years old, and other interesting forest flora. Stand beside a colossal Outeniqua yellowwood tree and feel like a dwarf against this spectacular giant. 

Your Zipline Experience 

Our 2-hour zipline canopy tour begins with a detailed safety briefing followed by a kitting-up session where a full-body harness, pulleys and other equipment are issued and checked. A short drive into the forest and it's time to monkey around! This tour consists of 10 slides (the longest one measures 91 metres), each ending on a platform constructed in the trees. No climbing or jumping is necessary. 

From the start on the launch platform, a new world unfolds as you will gently glide through the treetops. All groups are escorted through the forest canopy by a lead guide and a follow guide to ensure your safety as you slide from tree to tree. The platforms are built high up in the giant Outeniqua Yellowwoods and provide an unbelievable view of this enchanting forest. Birdlife is abundant - including Knysna Loeries (a species of local turaco) and the elusive Narina Trogon, and your guides will explain the ecology of this lush primeval forest. You might be lucky to spot a vervet monkey or two, too! 

If you are looking for an exceptional gift for that someone special? Check out our Tsitsikamma Canopy Tour gift vouchers and give them the gift of an unforgettable experience and adventure in South Africa.