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26-Nights East Africa to South Africa Overland Safari - Classic from $4,749
G Adventures
OFFER ID 1557378
East Africa to South Africa Overland Safari
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.
Highlights
Snorkel in Zanzibar’s crystal-clear waters, Admire the intense power behind the thundering Victoria Falls, Search for wildlife in Kruger National Park, Savour local flavours over a traditional dinner, Discover the charm of the lesser-visited Zimbabwe
Accommodation
Participation camping (19 nts), full-service camping (2nts), simple hotels (5 nts, some multi-share with 3 people).
Group Leader
2 CEOs (Chief Experience Officers) throughout as head guide/cook and driver, certified safari guides/drivers, local guide.
Group Size Notes
Max 22, avg 18.
Meals Included
25 breakfasts, 21 lunches, 19 dinners
What's Included
Your G for Good Moment: Tribal Textiles Market & Courtyard Cafe, Mfuwe
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your Local Living Moment: Kande Beach Local Dinner, Kande Beach
Your Discover Moment: Victoria Falls. Serengeti NP and Ngorongoro Crater entrances fees and wildlife safari drives. Zanzibar excursion (3 days). Spice plantation entrance and guided tour. Guided rhino walk and open vehicle wildlife safari drive in Matobo NP. Kruger NP entrance fee with wildlife safari drives in the Lando. Traditional dinner and local dancing. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
26 nights from $4,749 per person
G Adventures: East Africa to South Africa Overland Safari
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
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 Café, a G Adventures—supported craft workshop. Then, there will be free time to choose an afternoon or night wildlife safari in the park.
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
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.
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/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 24: Tshipise/Kruger National Park
Spend the full day on a wildlife safari drive within the 5 million acres of Kruger National Park. Search for the “big five” and travel through the vast savannah stopping at prime viewing areas like Hippo Pool, the Kruger Tablets, and the Red Rocks.
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 26: Greater Kruger Area/Johannesburg
Spend the day in the Lando enjoying the scenery en route to Johannesburg, which is also South Africa’s largest city. There will be some free time in the evening to find a place for dinner on your own.
Day 27: Johannesburg
Depart at any time.If you aren't ready to go home just yet, simply talk with your CEO about extending your adventure and get to know more of South Africa or beyond!
Vacation Details
* This departure has been designated a guaranteed departure by the operator, meaning that the minimum number of guests has been met, although still subject to weather and other conditions.
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Itinerary Disclaimer
While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission. Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.
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