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Africa Overland Cape Town to Nairobi Essential Info
COUNTRIES VISITED: SOUTH AFRICA, NAMIBIA, BOTSWANA, ZIMBABWE, ZAMBIA, MALAWI, TANZANIA , KENYA
AFRICA OVERLAND CAPE TOWN TO NAIROBI TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: Cederberg, Orange river, Fish River Canyon, Namib Naukluft NP, Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, Spitzoppe, Himbe Tribe, Etosha NP, South Luanga NP, Okavango Delta, Chobe NP, Livingstone, Lusaka, Luangwa river.
This is an epic Africa over landing gap year adventure taking in some of the best that the Southern African continent and East Africa has to offer. Legendary African attractions and destinations await to take your breath away. Like the moment you see Victoria falls for the first time, or see the huge expanse of wilderness surrounding you in the Namibia dessert. Camping out under the stars you will feel so close to Africa, as you hear wild animals in the distance. As the tour presses on into East Africa you will start to see the landscape and cultures change, dry desserts and the indescribable Okvango delta turns to lush African grass savannah, nomadic Maasai herdsmen will pass your truck window with huge holes in their ears and brighter than bright red tunics. Tanzania will have much to offer you before you arrive happy hearted into Nairobi having had an amazing travelling experience.
Price and Dates
- �2190 plus local payment of $900 US Dollars
- Contact us for details and availability.
Accommodation This tour is fully accommodated and included a veriety of camping and hostels enroute.
Getting ThereDeparture point is Cape Town.
When To GoThis Africa tour runs all year, contact us for dates.
Included
- Services of a tour leader
- All transportation by private adventure vehicle
- 42 nights camping fees & equipment
- Most Meals: B x 32, L x 35, D x 34
Excluded
THIS TRIP CONTAINS A LOCAL PAYMENT OF US$900 (The amount this is subject to fluctuations)LP covers expenses including national park entrance fees, flights,, and ensures a reliable amount of hard currency during the tour. Fee subject to changes, although these are very rare.
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DAY 1 SOUTH AFRICA, CEDERBERG MOUNTAIN REGION
Itinerary
After a short stop to view Table Mountain we drive north to the Cederberg region. In the afternoon (weather permitting) we go on a guided walk to see Bushmen paintings and learn about the native fauna and flora.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
DAY 2 NAMAQUALAND � ORANGE/GARIEP RIVER
Today we travel to the Gariep/Orange River. We spend the night under the stars and sit at the campfire getting to know each another.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 3 NAMIBIA, ORANGE/GARIEP RIVER - FISH RIVER CANYON
You can choose between a morning on the riverbank or the half day canoe on the river. After lunch we travel north to the Fish River Canyon. Optional Activities: Orange/Gariep River Half Day Canoe Adventure.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 4 NAMIB-NAUKLUFT NATIONAL PARK
From the Fish River Canyon we continue into the remote hinterland. We arrive at camp in the afternoon and enjoy a short hike at Sesriem Canyon.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 5 SOSSUSVLEI DUNES - NAMIB-NAUKLUFT NATIONAL PARK
We wake before dawn so we can hike up Dune 45 and watch the sunrise. After breakfast we join a local expert on a guided tour explaining the desert ecosystem.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6 / 7 SWAKOPMUND
Today we cross the Tropic of Capricorn (where we stop for a photo) on our way to Namibia�s Atlantic coast. In Swakopmund you will be briefed on the optional activities available here. Day 7 is free for you to explore the town or try one of the many adventure activities. Optional Activities: Quadbiking, Sandboarding, Sky Diving, Dolphin Cruise, Scenic Flights, Fishing etc.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, (Dinner on day 7 only)
DAY 8 SPITZKOPPE
We leave all the trappings of modern life behind us and drive inland to the mysterious Spitzkoppe. Tonight we camp in the wild.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 9 HIMBA TRIBES
After some early morning exploration we continue inland and drive towards Kamanjab. The Himba are a pastoral people and predominantly breed cattle or goats, they are easily recognisable by their unique style of dress.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 10 / 11 ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK
Etosha NP is the venue for some of the most unique game viewing experiences in Africa. We will go on various game drives, and spend our evenings at the abundant water holes for some excellent game photography.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 12 WINDHOEK
After an early morning game drive we set off towards Windhoek in the centre of Namibia. On the way we stop at a popular craft market. In the afternoon we go on a short city tour. Optional Activities: Dinner out at Joe�s Beer House.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 13 BOTSWANA, GHANZI
It is a scenic drive to the Buitepos border, where we cross into Botswana. Once at camp we will meet with a local Bushmen community and experience some traditional Tribal Dancing.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 14 / 15 / 16 MAUN AND OKAVANGO DELTA
Another early day! Our journey takes us from Ghanzi towards Maun. We spend the night here and prepare for our two night bush-camping experience. Your guides will provide you with a briefing about the next few days� activities and the community run tourism operation. From here we will enter the Delta using local transport. If the water level allows we will take a mokoro (traditional canoe) trip a well as a nature walk with the local people.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 17 GWETA
We leave the Delta behind us and travel east to Gweta, which is located halfway between Maun and Nata, near the Makgadikgadi Pans NP.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 18 CHOBE NATIONAL PARK
When we arrive at Kasane we set up camp on the bank of the Chobe River. The afternoon is spent game viewing from a boat in the Chobe NP. This is an excellent opportunity to view Africa�s spectacular wildlife. You will have the chance to experience an early morning game drive the following day.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 19 ZIMBABWE - VICTORIA FALLS
On arrival in Victoria Falls we have time to plan the next day�s adventure activities before we visit the spectacular Victoria Falls NP and experience the thundering of the mighty Zambezi. The popular optional sunset cruise includes dinner and drinks.
Optional Activities: Chobe morning game drive, Zambezi Sunset Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 20 / 21 VICTORIA FALLS
Most people will spend the day White Water Rafting, a not -to-be-missed experience of a lifetime! Vic Falls offers many exciting alternatives. Optional Activities: White Water Rafting, Bungee Jumping, Elephant Excursion, Dinner out.
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 22 ZAMBIA, LUSAKA
Leaving behind the excitement of Victoria Falls we begin our expedition. The journey towards the bustling Zambian capital of
Lusaka takes us along an interesting route.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 23 CHIPATA
We begin today with some shopping in Lusaka before heading northeast towards Chipata. This is an interesting area full of
friendly locals.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 24 / 25 SOUTH LUANGWA NATIONAL PARK
Early in the morning we drive from Chipata to the border of the South Luangwa NP where we spend two nights on the
riverbank. The next day we visit the community run tribal textile project and a local village. Later this afternoon we enjoy a
guided sunset game drive in South Luangwa NP. On occasion, in the rainy season it is impossible or inadvisable to attempt to
reach South Luangwa NP, if this happens an alternative itinerary will be chosen. Optional Activities: Guided Morning Game
Walk in South Luangwa NP
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 26 / 27 MALAWI, LUWAWA FOREST
Today we cross the Zambia-Malawi border after leaving South Luangwa NP in the early morning. Heading north we enter the
highlands of Malawi and spend the night at Luwawa Forest. Optional Activities: Fishing, Mountain Biking, Hiking.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 28 / 29 / 30 / 31 LAKE MALAWI
We will spend the next couple of carefree days relaxing on the white sandy beaches. For the more adventurous there are
endless leisure and water sport activities. Alternatively, soak up the atmosphere and relax in one of the most memorable
holiday destinations. Optional Activities: Scuba diving, parasailing, windsurfing, fishing, canoeing, horse riding
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 32 TANZANIA, IRINGA
As we ascend out of the Great Rift Valley through some spectacular mountain passes, we pass the vast tea plantations in the
highlands to our camp outside Iringa.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 33 IRINGA TO DAR ES SALAAM
It is a long drive from Iringa to the historical port city of Dar es Salaam. We actually transit through Mukumi NP, but we do not have time to stop and explore.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 34 / 35 / 36 ZANZIBAR
A local ferry will take us from Dar es Salaam (where we leave the truck) to Stone Town, the capital of Zanzibar. We spend the first night in Stone Town where you will have time to explore the markets and unique architecture. The following day we take a transfer to the northern part of the Island where we will spend 2 days relaxing on the beach. Optional Activities: Meals, Spice Tours, Dolphin Tours, Scuba Diving, Snorkeling.
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 37 ZANZIBAR- DAR ES SALAAM
Today you leave Zanzibar and catch a late ferry (or flight) back to Dar es Salaam and return to the campsite.
Meals: Dinner
DAY 38 DAR ES SALAAM � ARUSHA
Today we take a long and scenic drive to Arusha, the safari capital of Tanzania. After arriving in Arusha, those who are going to
explore the Serengeti National Park, prepare for their excursion.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 39 / 40 SERENGETI / NGORONGORO
Today we have the opportunity to go on a three-day trip into the Serengeti. For those not going to the parks, take this time to relax and absorb some of the fascinating local culture. Optional Activities: Serengeti & Ngorongoro Excursion.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 41 ARUSHA
Today we visit a local Masaai village. Tonight we enjoy a final meal around the truck and talking about the adventures we
have had together.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 42 KENYA, NAIROBI
After crossing the border into Kenya we continue to travel towards Nairobi and the end of our journey. Although our tour has ended some groups like to spend this evening at local restaurant. Optional Activities: Dinner at Carnivore Restaurant
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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