Day 1 Arrive Cape Town
Arrive in Cape Town at any time.
Day 2 Gariep River (B,L,D)
We have a good day's travel past large plantations of Rooibos tea and through dry and remote portions of South Africa. We set up camp at scenic Gariep River, the natural border between South Africa and Namibia.
Day 3 Fish River Canyon (B,L,D)
Crossing into Namibia, we journey to Fish River Canyon, the largest canyon in Africa, and take in the majestic beauty of the scenery.
Day 4-5 Namib Desert (2B,2L,2D)
Towering red sand dunes of Sossusvlei form the gateway into the Namib Desert. Explore Sesriem Canyon and watch dramatic sunsets over the world's highest sand dunes.
Day 6-7 Swakopmund (B,L)
Today you will really get a feeling for the Namib Desert, as you cross this void region en route to the west coast of Namibia. In Swakopmund you can explore the historical town, the surrounding lunar landscape, and try some of the numerous activities available, such as sand boarding or a dolphin cruise.
Day 8 Damaraland (B,L,D)
Travel up the Skeleton Coast to the Cape Cross seal colony for some marine wildlife viewing, then continue through the beautiful desert landscapes of Damaraland.
Day 9-10 Etosha National Park (2B,2L,2D)
As one of Africa’s highlights, the Etosha National Park offers a variety of wildlife and phenomenal natural beauty. Explore the pans and the park on game drives, with excellent opportunities to spot lion, giraffe, elephant, rhino, and herds antelope.
Day 11 Waterberg Plateau Game Park (B,L,D)
After a morning game drive, we begin moving south to Waterberg Plateau Game Park, where you can take a scenic forest walk to enjoy the natural beauty of the area.
Day 12 Windhoek (B)
Journey through the Namibian countryside to Windhoek, the historic capital of Namibia, where we stay in a hotel to have a good shower and a break from camping.
Day 13 Kalahari (B,L,D)
Heading east, cross into Botswana and travel to Ghanzi in the Kalahari Desert region. Take a walk with a local San Bushman to learn fascinating wilderness survival skills.
Day 14 Maun (B,L,D)
Head to Maun where the Okavango Delta beckons to be explored. Here you can pick up any supplies and prepare for your unforgettable 2 night/3 day journey deep into into the "Delta".
Day 15-16 Okavango Delta (2B,2L,2D)
While based at a bush camp within the world's largest inland delta, enjoy game walks and traditional mokorro (dug-out canoe) excursions, marveling at the wide variety of wildlife that calls the delta their home. This is truly an African experience!
Day 17 Gweta (B,L,D)
Wake up to the African sun rising over the beauty of the Delta. Today we stop in Maun, and continue to the village of Gweta, located near bizarre salt pans of Makgadikgadi.
Day 18 Chobe River/Kasane (B,L,D)
Today we journey to Kasane, your base for a visit to Chobe National Park, home to one of the largest elephant populations in Southern Africa. The best way to appreciate Botswana's largest national park, is on an optional afternoon boat cruise on the Chobe River. You may also choose to embark on a game drive in search of lions, antelope, and of course elephants.
Day 19-21 Livingstone, Zambia (3B,L,D)
Today, we cross the mighty Zambezi River by ferry as we enter into Zambia. Spend the next day exploring the breathtaking Victoria Falls, a natural wonder of the world. Adventure activities abound - go white-water rafting or canoeing on Zambezi, take an elephant-back safari, bungy jump over the Zambezi River, or even fly over the falls for some fantastic views.
Day 22 Lusaka (B,L,D)
Camp on a private game farm just outside the capital of Zambia, Lusaka.
Day 23 Chipata (B,L,D)
Journey to Chipata on the Zambia/Malawi border. Visit the local market just north of the town centre.
Day 24-25 South Luangwa National Park (2B,2L,2D)
Travel into the valley of the Luangwa River, wild and remote area with an abundance of wildlife. Explore the area on a game walk and an open 4WD game drive.
Day 26 Chipata (B,L,D)
Head back to Chipata to visit some of the local "Down Shops" in the town.
Day 27-29 Lake Malawi (3B,3L,3D)
Spend three days relaxing on the shores of "the lake of stars". Visit various lakeside camps as you travel south along the shores of Lake Malawi.
Day 30 Tanzania/Iringa (B,L,D)
Cross the border and head for Tanzania. Travel out of great Rift Valley through spectacular mountain passes and head towards your camp outside Iringa.
Day 31 Dar Es Salaam (B,L,D)
Today we travel to the historic capital, Dar Es Salaam.
Day 32-35 Zanzibar (4B,L)
Zanzibar Island, “the spice island” has a rich history and culture. Visit the beaches, explore Stone Town, and soak up the island spirit.
Day 36 Dar Es Salaam (B)
Catch the ferry back to Dar Es Salaam where you have one more night to enjoy the sites and sounds of this captivating capital.
Day 37 Arusha (B,L,D)
Today we pass Mt Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain, and head towards Arusha to browse the craft markets and absorb the mix of cultures.
Day 38-39 Serengeti National Park / Ngorongoro Crater (2B,2L,2D)
Journey to the Serengeti via the archeological site of Olduvai Gorge, "The Cradle of Mankind". Enjoy the multitude of animal and bird life while cruising through the acacia-spotted savannah of the Serengeti plains. The "Big 5" - lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant and rhino - constantly roam this vast expanse of grassland.
Day 40 Ngorongoro Crater/Arusha (B,L,D)
Venture down to the crater floor, and take in your final safari experience viewing the high concentration of wildlife, including zebra, gazelle, impala, and cheetah, bound by the crater walls. After lunch, continue back to our camp outside of Arusha for your final night.
Day 41 Arusha to Nairobi (B,L)
Departing Arusha in the morning we make our way back to Nairobi around mid day. Trip ends in Nairobi.
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