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

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Who is this trip for

Genders

  • Female70%
  • Male30%

Average age

40
12 Min100 Max

Start / End

  • Nairobi
  • Cape Town

Physical rating

3/5

Group size

1 - 22

Meals included

94

Highlights

  • Swim in the turquoise waters of Zanzibar
  • Look for the “big five” across Africa
  • Stand in the spray of Victoria Falls
  • Catch a sunset at the Fish River Canyon
  • Camp along the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater
  • Meet Naro San people on the fringes of the Kalahari Desert
  • Explore cosmopolitan Cape Town

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Summary

Eight countries, 40 days, and one epic overland adventure that you will never forget. Start in Kenya and travel via Lando down towards Africa’s southerly tip. Along the way see some of the world’s highest sand dunes, float through the Okavango Delta in a traditional mokoro (dugout canoe), and meet the San people in the unforgivable environment of the Kalahari Desert. From wilderness to rural villages and lively cities, this camping adventure will bring you closer to the true Africa. What are you waiting for?

Itinerary

  • Day 1

    Nairobi

    Arrive at any time.

    Tonight after a brief welcome meeting, choose to get to know your group members with an optional group dinner at the hotel restaurant.

  • 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 3

    Arusha/Serengeti National Park

    Travel into the wild lands of the Serengeti on a safari drive. Ride past vast golden plains dotted with thorny acacia trees and animals galore. It’s here that the group will begin a 3-day, 2-night excursion into the park and Ngorongoro Crater.

  • 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 6

    Arusha/Bagamoyo

    Begin the drive early and take in the varied landscapes along the way to the Indian Ocean. Today’s final stop will be in the town of Bagamoyo, recently named a World Heritage Site, it was once a very important trading port on the central coast of East Africa in the late 19th century. Upon arrival, you will have free time to wander around the narrow, unpaved streets on your own.

  • 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 12

    Iringa/Chitimba

    Cross the border and pass from Tanzania into Malawi. Finish the journey at Lake Malawi in Chitimba with gorgeous views of the mountains from the lake’s beach and view Tanzania from just across the water.

  • 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

    Please note that the South Luangwa Wildlife Safari Drive is an optional activity that is not included and will be an additional cost on tour should you choose to partake.

  • Day 17

    South Luangwa

    Please note that the South Luangwa Wildlife Safari Drive and the South Luangwa Walking Safari are optional activities that are not included and will be an additional cost on tour should you choose to partake.

  • Day 18

    South Luangwa/Lusaka

    Spend the day travelling across rough and bumpy roads to a private farm 29km (18 mi) outside the capital of Zambia. Marvel at the wildlife that wanders the property and opt to grab a cold drink at the camp’s bar, or relax by the pool.

  • 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

    Victoria Falls is a great base to see both natural wonders and take part in some exciting activities. Get up close to the awesome Victoria Falls, opt to raft the whitewater of the mighty Zambezi, or bungee jump (with Victoria Falls in sight).

  • Day 22

    Victoria Falls/Kasane

    You will stay over just outside of the park near the town of Kasane. This afternoon, take an optional afternoon sunset boat cruise along the Chobe River - it's your best opportunity to view hippos, crocodiles, and many elephants wallowing in the water.

    You can pre-book the Chobe River Sunset Cruise on the checkout page, or through your Global Connection Officer or travel agent.

  • Day 23

    Kasane/Gweta

    Wake up early today and opt for a wildlife safari drive in an open safari vehicle in Chobe National Park. Afterwards, travel south to Gweta and reward yourself after the long journey with a group toast before camping under the stars and branches of ancient baobab trees.

  • Day 24

    Gweta/Maun

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

  • Day 25

    Maun/Okavango Delta

    Travel from Maun into the Delta to explore the landscape from a traditional mokoro (dugout canoe). Do some birdwatching on the way to the basic bush camp where the group will set out on a sunset nature walk. Set up camp and unwind around the campfire.

  • Day 26

    Maun/D'kar

    Travel back through the Okavango Delta in a traditional mokoro and disembark in Maun. Then, travel through the western part of Botswana to D'kar; the heart of the Kalahari. Set off on an optional bushman walk and see how the local San People adapted to life in the desert.

    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 27

    Ghanzi/Windhoek

    Stretch those legs, wave farewell to the San People, and hop in the Lando headed for Windhoek. Laugh, reflect, and listen to each other's stories as you cross the border into Namibia. Check another country off those travel lists and choose to grab a meal together in the evening.

  • Day 28

    Windhoek/Waterberg Plateau

    Climb aboard the Lando (overland adventure vehicle) and travel to the the tour operator-supported Penduka Village Restaurant & Shop, located outside of Windhoek. Grab a tasty packed lunch here before heading to the Waterberg Plateau. Spend free time at the campsite simply enjoying the wild surroundings.

  • Day 29

    Waterberg Plateau/Etosha National Park

    Enjoy a short group safari drive in Etosha National Park in the Lando en route to today’s camping spot. The remainder of the day includes free time to relax at camp and rest up for the next day’s adventure.

  • Day 30

    Etosha National Park

    Embark on a full-day wildlife safari drive through Etosha National Park. Search for some of the animal species that call this place home. Because of the park’s size and large concentrations of animals within it almost feels like they come directly to you! Especially during the dry season (May through October).

  • Day 31

    Etosha National Park/Spitzkoppe

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

  • Day 32

    Spitzkoppe/Swakopmund

    Take in the wild landscape of Spitzkoppe before travelling to the coastal region of Namibia and the adrenaline capital of Swakopmund. Spend two nights here and enjoy plenty of time for daring optional activities in the area.

  • Day 33

    Swakopmund

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

  • Day 34

    Swakopmund/Namib Desert

    Drive in the Lando to the oldest desert in the world and camp on the very edge. Upon arrival to camp there will be free time where you can choose to walk with a local expert to hear stories about the Namib Desert. Later, fall asleep under the stars.

  • Day 35

    Namib Desert

    Explore the stunning rock formations of the Sesriem Canyon. Then choose to go further on the Sossuvlei Desert walk to visit a clay pan enclosed by the world’s largest sand dunes. Return to the campsite and enjoy dinner on the braai before a peaceful night's sleep in the desert.

  • Day 36

    Namib Desert/Fish River Canyon

    Spend the day driving to the largest canyon in Africa known as Fish River Canyon. Along the way there will be opportunities to step outside of the Lando and stretch. The group will watch sunset over the canyon’s rim before sitting around a fire at camp.

  • Day 37

    Fish River Canyon/Orange River

    The group will cross another border today on the journey into South Africa. Tonight, camp at the scenic Orange River. There will be free time to enjoy some of the activities in the area like a canoe excursion on the river.

  • Day 38

    Orange River/Cederberg

    Board the Lando and drive further south past large plantations of rooibos tea as the group heads into the Cederberg Mountains. Camp here for the night where the options for your free time could be a wine tasting, a swim in the pool, or sitting around a campfire.

  • Day 39

    Cederberg/Cape Town

    Travel to Cape Town today and stop along the way at the the tour operator-supported !Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre where you will learn about the history and culture of the ancient San people. Tonight there will be free time in Cape Town to explore at your own pace.

  • Day 40

    Cape Town

    We highly recommend booking an extra night in Cape Town to explore all that this area has to offer.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    Simple hotels (4 nts, single or twin-share), participation camping (27 nts), permanent tented camp (1 nt), full-service camping (2 nts), hostel (2 nts, multi-share with up to 10 people), basic bush camping (2 nts), hostel (1 nt, multi-share with 3 people).

  • Meals

    Breakfasts: 36, Lunches: 32, Dinners: 26

    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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