57 Day Best of Africa Tour – Northbound Tour

FROM ZAR 195,200
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57 Days
Max 20
Cape Town Nairobi
Mixed 5 Nights Permanent tent | 11 Nights Lodge | 40 Nights Camping
1 Country Kenya

From the deserts of Namibia to the rainforests of Uganda, get ready for an adventure like no other!

Start your journey in vibrant Cape Town and head north to Namibia, where you’ll be mesmerized by the ever-changing desert landscapes. Feel the adrenaline in Swakopmund with thrilling activities like sandboarding and skydiving.

In Etosha National Park, get ready for some incredible wildlife sightings. The Khwai Conservation Area in Botswana offers authentic safari experiences in open 4×4 vehicles, where you’ll spot amazing creatures in their natural habitat.

Take a peaceful mokoro ride through the Okavango waterways and encounter elephants, giraffes, and impalas up close. Explore Chobe National Park on a riverboat safari and witness majestic elephants along the Chobe River.

Don’t miss the majestic Victoria Falls and the tropical paradise of Zanzibar. Dive into the crystal-clear waters of Lake Malawi and go on thrilling safaris in Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater.

Next up is Kenya, where you’ll meet the legendary Masai Mara tribes. And for the grand finale… experience face-to-face encounters with the magnificent mountain Gorilla, creating memories that will endure for a lifetime.

Departure & Return Location

Cape Town Nairobi

Price Includes

  • Qualified crew
  • Transport in purpose-built overland truck
  • Camping equipment (2-person tent and mattress)
  • Entrance fees to national parks
  • Filtered water

Price Excludes

  • Flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Visas
  • Drinks and snacks
  • Gratuities / Tips
  • Sleeping bag and pillow
  • Gorilla & Chimp Trekking Permit

Highlights

  • Conquer Dune 45 & explore Sossusvlei's landscapes
  • Discover Botswana's Okavango & Chobe
  • Embark on a gorilla trekking expedition
  • Explore Masai Mara's rich wildlife
  • Relax on Zanzibar's sun-kissed beaches
  • Safari adventures in Serengeti & Ngorongoro

Accommodation

Sleep under the stars on this overland camping tour.

You will be provided with a 2-person dome canvas tent (2.5 m x 2.5 m) as well as a 5 cm-thick mattress. Note that you will need to bring your own sleeping bag, pillow and towel.

The tents come with self-supporting poles, built-in mosquito nets, and a rainproof flysheet. Your guide will give you a quick demo on setting up and taking down your tent on the first day of the tour. It’s super easy!

The tents are twin share so if you are a solo traveler you will share a tent with another guest of the same gender. You do have the option to book a single tent at an additional cost.

The campsites have well-maintained ablutions with decent toilet and shower facilities. Hot water may be a luxury in some locations especially in East Africa. Keep in mind that in some cases we go off the beaten track and stay at bush camps, where facilities are limited or non-existent.

The group will occasionally stay in twin accommodations when the tour reaches major cities, allowing you to enjoy the comfort of a bed for the evening.

You will also have the chance to upgrade from camping to accommodation while you are on the tour. This is subject to availability and can be booked directly with the accommodation establishment on arrival. 

This tour offers both accommodation and camping options. If you prefer to sleep in a bed for the entire trip, we recommend choosing the accommodated option. To view details on the accommodated option please click the link below. (Both campers and lodgers will travel together in the same overland vehicle.)


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Itinerary

Day 1: Cape Town To Citrusdal - South Africa

Day 2: Citrusdal To Orange River - South Africa / Namibia

Day 3: Orange River (Gariep) To Keetmanshoop - Namibia

Day 4: Quiver Tree Forest & Giants Playground To Namib Naukluft Np Area - Namibia

Day 5: Namib-naukluft National Park Area - Namibia

Day 6: Namib - Naukluft National Park / Sossusvlei - Namiba

Day 7: Namib - Naukluft National Park To Swakopmund - Namibia

Day 8: Swakopmund - Namibia

Day 9: Swakopmund To Brandberg - Namibia

Day 10: Brandberg To Etosha National Park - Namibia

Day 11: Etosha National Park - Namibia

Day 12: Etosha National Park - Namibia

Day 13: Etosha To Divindu - Namibia

Day 14: Divundu To Maun - Namibia / Botswana

Day 15: Maun To Khwai Conservation Area - Botswana

Day 16: Moremi Game Reserve - Botswana

Day 17: Khwai To Nata - Botswana

Day 18: Nata To Chobe National Park - Botswana

Day 19: Chobe To Victoria Falls - Botswana / Zimbabwe

Day 20: Victoria Falls To Livingstone - Zimbabwe / Zambia

Day 21: Livingstone To Lusaka - Zambia

Day 22: Lusaka To Petauke - Zambia

Day 23: Petauke To South Luangwa National Park - Zambia

Day 24: South Luangwa National Park - Zambia

Day 25: South Luangwa To Lake Malawi - Zambia / Malawi

Day 26: Lake Malawi - Malawi

Day 27: Lake Malawi - Malawi

Day 28: Lake Malawi To Mbeya Region - Malawi / Tanzania

Day 29: Mbeya Region To Iringa - Tanzania

Day 30: Iringa To Mikumi - Tanzania

Day 31: Mikumi National Park - Tanzania

Day 32: Mikumi To Dar Es Salaam / Bagamoyo - Tanzania

Day 33: Zanzibar - Tanzania

Day 34: Zanzibar - Tanzania

Day 35: Zanzibar - Tanzania

Day 36: Zanzibar To Bagamoyo / Moshi - Tanzania

Day 37: Bagamoyo / Moshi To Arusha - Tanzania

Day 38: Arusha To Karatu - Tanzania

Day 39: Karatu To Seronera Via Ngorongoro Crater - Tanzania

Day 40: Serengeti National Park (Seronera) - Tanzania

Day 41: Serengeti National Park To Arusha - Tanzania

Day 42: Arusha To Nairobi - Tanzania / Kenya

Day 43: Nairobi To Maasai Mara National Reserve - Kenya

Day 44: Maasai Mara National Reserve - Kenya

Day 45: Maasai Mara To Lake Nakuru - Kenya

Day 46: Lake Nakuru To Jinja - Kenya / Uganda

Day 47: Jinja To Masindi - Uganda

Day 48: Masindi - Budongo Central Forest Reserve - Uganda

Day 49: Masindi To Lake Kikorongo - Uganda

Day 50: Lake Kikorongo To Lake Bunyonyi - Uganda

Day 51: Lake Bunyonyi (Gorillas) - Uganda

Day 52: Lake Bunyonyi (Gorillas) - Uganda

Day 53: Lake Bunyonyi To Lake Mburo - Uganda

Day 54: Lake Mburo To Jinja - Uganda

Day 55: Jinja - Uganda

Day 56: Jinja To Eldoret - Uganda / Kenya

Day 57: Eldoret To Nairobi - Kenya


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