Cape Town to Nairobi Overland Safari & Participation Camping - 40 Days

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Who is this trip for

Genders

  • Female54%
  • Male46%

Average age

47
12 Min100 Max

Start / End

  • Cape Town
  • Nairobi

Physical rating

3/5

Group size

1 - 22

Meals included

96

Highlights

  • Observe the “big five” from 4x4 safari vehicles
  • Enjoy yourself in the cosmopolitan city of Cape Town
  • Travel into the wilderness of the Okavango Delta in a traditional dugout canoe
  • Stand on the banks of the thundering Victoria Falls
  • Kick back and relax on the shores of Lake Malawi
  • Witness a sunset in the dunes of the Namib Desert
  • Search for wildlife on the Chobe River

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Summary

Touch down in eight different countries on this truly epic overland adventure. Visit the world’s highest sand dunes, float through the Okavango in a traditional “mokoro” canoe, and meet the San people living in the Kalahari Desert. From jaw-dropping scenery to incredible wildlife this 40-day trip will provide you with a deeper understanding of this incredible slice of the world.

Itinerary

  • Day 1

    Cape Town

    Get the most out of your time in Cape Town by pre-booking the South African Wine Tour and Tasting extra. If you do, we recommend booking accommodation for an extra night pre-tour as this activity has an early start time. Please note, due to the timings of this activity, there is a possibility you may miss the welcome meeting on day 1 of your tour - in this case, your CEO will leave you a message detailing what time and where you should meet the next morning.

  • Day 2

    Cape Town/Cederberg

    Hit the road in the Lando and view the stunning Western Cape scenery on the way to the the tour operator-supported !Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre. Learn about the history and culture of the ancient San people. Arrive to the campsite in the afternoon and enjoy free time in the area.

  • Day 3

    Cederberg/Orange River

    Travel north past large plantations of rooibos tea. Camp at the scenic Orange River and arrive at the site with enough time to enjoy a late afternoon swim in the river.

  • Day 4

    Orange River/Fish River Canyon

    Travel to Fish River Canyon today, the largest canyon in Africa. Hop out of the Lando to watch sunset over the canyon’s rim. Set up camp nearby and sit around the campfire.

  • Day 5

    Fish River Canyon/Namib Desert

    Sit back in the Lando and travel north along long, bumpy roads to the Namib Desert. Arrive and set up camp in the late afternoon, and admire the towering red sand dunes of Sossusvlei seeming to rise up towards the sky in the middle of nowhere.

  • Day 6

    Namib Desert

    Conclude your day with a scenic drive, if time allows, stopping at the quaint town of Solitaire, before settling in at the campsite. Here, you may opt for an evening activity: "Namib Desert Walk." This activity is an educational experience about bushmen's survival in the desert, the geology of sand dunes, and local wildlife, and ends with a beautiful desert sunset.

  • Day 7

    Namib Desert/Swakopmund

    Cross over the dry mountain passes and vast empty region of the Namib Desert en route to adrenaline capital; Swakopmund. The group will spend two nights here with plenty of time for the many optional activities in the area.

  • Day 8

    Swakopmund

    You can pre-book your sky dive on the checkout page, or through your Global Connection Officer or travel agent.

  • Day 9

    Swakopmund/Spitzkoppe

    Explore on your own by foot, and be sure to check out the night sky—it's great for star-gazing!

  • Day 10

    Spitzkoppe/Etosha National Park

    After sunset, watch animals at the watering holes near the camping area, which is safe, being well lit with flood lights. Free time at night allows for the option of a night safari in an open vehicle.

  • Day 11

    Etosha National Park

    Embark on a full-day wildlife safari drive in Etosha National Park. Search for more than 100 different mammals that call this park home. During the dry season (May through October) the animals all gather around the waterfalls creating some of the densest wildlife viewing in the world.

  • Day 12

    Etosha National Park/Waterberg Plateau

    Move on from Etosha today and travel further south to the Waterberg Plateau. Spend free time exploring the trails in this national park in search of more wildlife, or choose to relax at camp.

  • Day 13

    Waterberg Plateau/Windhoek

    Travel south through the Namibian countryside to Windhoek. Lunch will be had along the way at the the tour operator-supported Penduka Village Restaurant & Shop. There will be free time in Windhoek upon arrival.

  • Day 14

    Windhoek/D'kar

    Cross the border from Namibia into Botswana and travel east into the heart of the Kalahari to D’kar. Catch a glimpse of how the local San Bushmen adapted to this difficult landscape on an optional bushman walk.

    Later, enjoy the warm hospitality of the San Bushmen as the group will be staying at the the tour operator-supported Dqae Qare San Lodge & Camp.

  • Day 15

    D'kar/Maun

    Choose to prebook a scenic helicopter ride through the Delta during your free time in Maun.

  • Day 16

    Maun/Okavango Delta

    Dive right into nature today for an overnight excursion in the Okavango Delta. Do some birdwatching and travel in a traditional mokoro (dugout canoe) to the basic bush camp. Set up camp and head out for a wildlife walk in the area. Gather around the campfire for a sundowner in the evening.

  • Day 17

    Okavango Delta/Gweta

    Set out on a morning safari walk before returning to Maun via the mokoro. Then, get back inside the Lando and travel to the ancient baobab trees of Gweta. There will be free time upon arrival.

  • Day 18

    Gweta/Kasane

    Journey to the area of Chobe National Park, home to the largest elephant population in Southern Africa. You can pre-book the Chobe River Sunset Cruise on the checkout page, or through your Global Connection Officer or travel agent.

  • Day 19

    Kasane/Victoria Falls

    Opt to prebook the Chobe National Park Safari Drive and head out early into the park before crossing the border from Botswana to Zimbabwe at the Kazungula border post.

  • Day 20

    Victoria Falls

    Victoria Falls is a great base to see both natural wonders and take part in some exciting activities.

  • Day 21

    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 22

    Victoria Falls/Lusaka

    Rise early and get on the road around 6am to cross the border from Zimbabwe into Zambia. Towards the end of the day, the group will arrive at a private farm about 29km (18 mi) outside of Zambia’s capital and enjoy free time to relax and marvel at the wildlife on the property.

  • Day 23

    Lusaka/South Luangwa

    While today’s travel day might be long, there will be plenty of time to socialize on the Lando as the group is driven across the Zambian countryside to the campsite along the banks of the Luangwa River. There will be free time to enjoy your surroundings upon arrival.

  • Day 24

    South Luangwa

    Spend a free day doing as you please in South Luangwa National Park. Choose a walking safari (it’s seasonal), a night drive, or visit a nearby local village.

  • Day 25

    South Luangwa/Chipata

    Rise early and choose to head out on an optional morning safari drive. Bring your camera to try and photograph some of the resident wildlife. Stop for lunch and for a visit to the Tribal Textiles Market & Courtyard, a the tour operator-supported craft workshop. Afterwards, continue travelling in the Lando to Chipata.

  • Day 26

    Chipata/Kande Beach

    Cross the border into Malawi today and travel to Lake Malawi affectionately known as, “Lake of Stars”. Spend four nights relaxing on the shores and during the day take beach walks, leisurely swims, and snorkel in this beautiful paradise.

  • Day 27

    Kande Beach

    Take advantage of a free day to explore Lake Malawi. In the evening the group will take part in a traditional dinner at a local home before camping under the stars.

  • Day 28

    Kande Beach/Chitimba

    Soak in another free day along Lake Malawi. From oceans and mountains to lakes and vast skies, you’re seeing some of the best scenery in Africa. Travel north to Chitimba Beach and try to spot Tanzania from across the lake. Free time activities here include getting out on the lake or hiking along the shores in the picturesque landscape.

  • Day 29

    Chitimba

    During this final free day at Lake Malawi you can opt for activities further away like hiking to Livingstonia along the Nyika Plateau, or you can relax in the sand and listen to the lake lapping the shoreline.

  • Day 30

    Chitimba/Iringa

    Travel into Tanzania during the journey to Iringa. The Lando will climb out of the Great Rift Valley offering humbling views through some of the mountain passes and tea plantations in the highlands. Spend the ride journaling, reading, taking a nap, or chatting with other members of the group.

  • Day 31

    Iringa/Dar es Salaam

    Leave Iringa in the morning for Dar es Salaam. Cruise in the Lando through the Tanzanian countryside and watch as the blue waters of the Indian Ocean make their debut. The group will spend the night here before setting off to Zanzibar.

  • Day 32

    Dar es Salaam/Zanzibar Beach Resort

    Catch a ferry and travel to the island beaches of Zanzibar.

  • Day 33

    Zanzibar Beach Resort

    Spend a full free day in Zanzibar’s alluring tropical setting. Choose from an array of optional activities in the area like snorkelling, sailing, or beach lounging.

  • Day 34

    Stone Town

    Travel back to Stone Town from the beach property on the other side of the island and set out on a guided tour of a local spice plantation before seeing the heart of Zanzibar for yourself.

  • Day 35

    Stone Town/Bagamoyo

    Take the ferry from Stone Town back to the mainland and drive north in the Lando to the coastal town of Bagamoyo. During a free evening walk the unpaved streets and get to know this recently named World Heritage Site.

  • Day 36

    Bagamoyo/Arusha

    Arusha sits at the foot of rugged Mt Meru, Africa's fifth highest mountain.

  • Day 37

    Arusha/Serengeti National Park

    Today begins your 3-day and 2-night excursion into Serengeti National Park and the wildlife-dense Ngorongoro Crater.

  • Day 38

    Serengeti National Park/Ngorongoro

    Enjoy a morning safari in the Serengeti and watch the wildlife come to life. Break down camp before travelling to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, famous for Africa’s best wildlife viewing. Set up camp near the crater rim and enjoy your surroundings for the remainder of the day.

  • Day 39

    Ngorongoro/Arusha

    Venture down to the crater floor for a final wildlife experience in the area. In the late morning the group will travel back to Arusha and enjoy a free evening.

  • Day 40

    Arusha/Nairobi

    Leave Arusha in the morning and travel in the Lando to Nairobi; Kenya’s capital city. The tour will end upon arrival. Please book ongoing travel from Nairobi in the evening.

    Not ready to go home just yet? That’s ok, stay for a few extra days to explore more of Kenya and beyond.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    Participation camping (28 nts), permanent tented camp (1 nt), full-service camping (2 nts), simple hotels (3 nts, single or twin-share), basic bush camping (2 nts), hostel (2 nts, multi-share with up to people), hostel (1 nt, multi-share with 3-4 people).

  • Meals

    Breakfasts: 36, Lunches: 33, Dinners: 27

    Vegetarian options are available on all meals throughout the adventure.

    Vegetarian options available

  • Local Guide

    Guided

    This adventure is led by a local guide throughout. The main language of this adventure is English. Please contact us for other languages available.

  • Wifi

    Wifi is available during the adventure. In some areas and / or accommodation / transport Wifi may be free.

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