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East Africa to South Africa Overland Safari

27 days South Africa, Kenya, Zambia, Malawi, Zimbabwe, Tanzania

About the trip

Traverse Serengeti National Park, camp on the edge of the Ngorongoro Crater, search for the “big five” in Kruger National Park, chill out on the sandy beaches of Zanzibar, and see the power behind the thundering Victoria Falls on this complete Africa adventure. There will be wildlife safaris, cultural contact, rugged landscapes, and natural landscapes across six diverse countries. Spend time with supremely knowledgeable CEOs (Chief Experience Officers), sit down for meals prepared from fresh local produce, and enjoy starlit camping stays, gaining a kinship with this land and its people you won’t find anywhere else.

East Africa to South Africa Overland Safari

Tour Details

What's Included

Your G for Good Moment: Tribal Textiles Market & Courtyard Cafe, Mfuwe Your Welcome Moment: Welcome...

Accommodations

AccommodationsParticipation camping (19 nts), full-service camping (2nts), simple hotels (5 nts, some multi-share with 3 people).

Meals

Meals

25 breakfasts, 21 lunches, 19 dinners
Allow USD160-210 for meals not included.

Transportation

Transportation

Lando (overland adventure vehicle), 4x4 safari vehicles, minibus, ferry, walking.

Staff & Experts

Staff & experts2 CEOs (Chief Experience Officers) throughout as head guide/cook and driver, certified safari guides/drivers,...

Itinerary

Day 1

Nairobi: Arrive at any time.

Day 2

Nairobi/Arusha: Climb aboard the Lando and travel across the semi-arid lands of the Maasai people to Arusha, Tanzania and take in the views of Mount Kilimanjaro in the distance.

Day 4

Serengeti National Park/Ngorongoro: Enjoy a final morning safari in the Serengeti while the sun rises and the animals come to life in this grassy savannah. Break down camp and travel onwards to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, famous for wildlife viewing. Set up camp in the late afternoon at a site near the crater rim and spend the rest of the day soaking in your surroundings.

Day 5

Ngorongoro/Arusha: Today the group will venture down to the crater floor for a final safari in Ngorongoro. Search for animals amid the grasslands, swamps, acacia forests, and Lake Makat. Exit the crater in the late morning to begin the journey back to Arusha, and enjoy the scenery as you cruise along in the Lando.

Day 7

Bagamoyo/Zanzibar Beach Resort: Start the morning in Bagamoyo and then drive to Dar es Salaam to catch the ferry to Zanzibar. Few places are as entrancing and exotic as this Tanzanian archipelago. The group will spend a few days relaxing on its sandy shores.

Day 8

Zanzibar Beach Resort: Spend a full free day exploring the cultural crossroads of Zanzibar. Choices for optional activities in the area include, snorkelling, a sailing trip, or plenty of beach time to sit in the sun.

Day 9

Stone Town: Travel back to Stone Town today from our beach resort on the other side of the island. Visit a spice plantation on the way and then spend time wandering the historic alleyways of the oldest part of Zanzibar.

Day 10

Stone Town/Baobab Valley: Leave paradise behind and travel further inland and back towards the mountains. Catch the ferry to Dar es Salaam and climb into the Lando again. Finish the day at the group campsite in the Baobab Valley under a sky of stars.

Day 11

Baobab Valley/Iringa: After packing up camp the group will spend the majority of the day on the road in the Lando travelling to Iringa. Upon arrival enjoy a visit to a crafts centre that supports the local community.

Day 13

Chitimba/Kande Beach: Head to the picture-perfect Kande Beach today where you will have free time to get out on the lake, or hike along its shores.

Day 14

Kande Beach: Take advantage of another day to enjoy this idyllic lakeside location. Wander the shore on foot, choose to snorkel and see the resident underwater life. Or take a leisurely swim before an optional village walk to nearby Tonga Village. Sit down for a traditional dinner at a local home.

Day 15

Kande Beach/Chipata: Cross the border into Zambia today and travel in the Lando to Chipata, the capital of the Eastern Province.

Day 16

Chipata/South Luangwa: Hit the road to South Luangwa National Park for some wildlife viewing. Along the way the group will have lunch and visit the Tribal Textiles Market & Courtyard Caf?, a G Adventures?supported craft workshop. Then, there will be free time to choose an afternoon or night wildlife safari in the park.

Day 17

South Luangwa: Spend a full free day in the wildlife haven of South Luangwa National Park. Choose between a walking safari, a night drive, or a local village visit.

Day 19

Lusaka/Victoria Falls: Cross another border today between Zambia and Zimbabwe; home of the thundering Victoria Falls. Upon arrival choose to get close to one of the largest waterfalls in the world on an optional visit.

Day 20

Victoria Falls: Spend a full free day on your own exploring the Victoria Falls area. Opt to try activities in the area like whitewater rafting, a scenic helicopter flight over the falls, or bungee jumping with the thundering falls in sight.

Day 21

Victoria Falls/Matobo National Park: Begin the day early with Victoria Falls thundering in the distance. Then, climb into the Lando and enjoy the scenery along the way to Matobo National Park. It will be a full travel day.

Day 22

Matobo National Park: Set off in an open wildlife safari through Matobo National Park in Zimbabwe. Visit a Khoisan cave with historic paintings, learn about edible plants, and wildlife conservation efforts.

Day 23

Matobo National Park/Tshipise: Spend most of the day travelling in the Lando before crossing the border into South Africa. In the evening, relax at the campsite and opt to enjoy the mineral pool located nearby.

Day 25

Kruger National Park/Greater Kruger Area: Spend another day on a safari drive through Kruger National Park. Please note there is also the option to embark on the safari in a 4x4 vehicle instead. Later, sit down for a traditional dinner with the group and take part in some local dancing.

Day 27

Johannesburg: Depart at any time.

$4,844
per person

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