Absolute Africa Overland Safari & Participation Camping

G Adventures · 55 days

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Duration

55 days

Tour Type

Small Group

Accommodations

Basic

Physical Rating

Demanding

Guide Language

English

Experience Overview

Sure, 55 days might sound like a lot of time, but this once-in-a-life time experience offers you the gift of time in some of the most epic landscapes in the world.

Includes

Activities

Your G for Good Moment: !Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre, Yzerfontein Your G for Good Moment: Penduka Village Restaurant & Shop, Windhoek Your G for Good Moment: Dqae Qare San Lodge & Camp, Dekar Your G for Good Moment: Lusumpuko Women's Club Lunch, Victoria Falls Your G for Good Moment: Tribal Textiles Market & Courtyard Cafe, Mfuwe Your G for Good Moment: Café Ubuntu 3-Course Farm-to-Table Lunch, Maai Mahiu Your G for Good Moment: AidChild Cafe & Gallery, Kayabwe Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group Your Discover Moment: Victoria Falls Your Local Living Moment: Kande Beach Local Dinner, Kande Beach Your Discover Moment: Jinja
Entrance to Fish River Canyon, Sossusvlei Dunes, and Spitzkoppe
Entrances and wildlife safari drives in Etosha, and Serengeti National Parks
Waterberg Plateau visit
Okavango Delta overnight bush camping excursion
Ngorongoro Crater visit
Zanzibar excursion
Guided tour of spice plantation
Wildlife safari drives in Masai Mara National Reserve
Safari in Lake Nakuru National Park
Guided mountain gorilla trek in Bwindi with permits
Guided chimp trek
Transfer from Jinja to Nairobi
All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Accommodation

Participation camping (39 nts), simple hotels (5 nts, single or twin-share), permanent tented camp (3 nts), hostels (3 nts, multi-share with 3-4 people), full-service camping (2 nts), basic bush camping (2 nts).

50 breakfasts, 44 lunches, 37 dinners

Transport

Lando (overland adventure vehicle), mokoro, 4x4 safari vehicles, minibuses, ferry, walking.

Group Leader

2 CEOs (Chief Experience Officers) throughout as head guide/cook and driver, certified safari guides/drivers, camp crew, certified mountain gorilla trackers, local guides.

Highlights

Search for the "big five" in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater
Stand before the largest sand dunes in the world and the powerful Victoria Falls
Travel on 4x4 safaris and by traditional canoe
Meet mountain gorillas in the Ugandan tropical rainforest
Discover the charm of Zanzibar’s island paradise

Trip Details

Duration

55 days

Transportation

Lando (overland adventure vehicle), mokoro, 4x4 safari vehicles, minibuses, ferry, walking.

Guide Language

English

Starts

Cape Town, South Africa

Finishes

Nairobi, Kenya

Accommodations

Basic

Travel Style

Classic, Budget

Physical Rating

Demanding

Itinerary

Day 1: Cape Town

Arrive at any time.

Tonight, after a brief welcome meeting, attend an optional group dinner for your first night in 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.

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.Accommodation - Hotel Sky Cape Town - Dorm Room

Day 2: Cape Town/Cederberg

Hit the road in the Lando and view the stunning Western Cape scenery on the way to the G Adventures-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.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Relax or get out and explore this beautiful part of South Africa.Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Activity - The San people of Southern Africa have historically faced centuries of political and cultural oppression. The !Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre provides tailor-made training for young San women and men of Southern Africa. Travellers learn about San culture and history at the interpretive museum. Visits help trainees gain experience with international clients while garnering support for the centre's efforts to preserve San culture and history.Accommodation - Highlanders Campsite and Lodge

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.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Accommodation - Bushwhacked - Fiddlers Creek Camping

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.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Activity - Visit Fish River Canyon, the largest canyon in Africa and, arguably, the second largest in the world. Watch as a stunning sunset slips over the canyon's rim in the early evening. We will only have access to the rim, but the views are spectacular.Accommodation - Hobas Lodge Campsite

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.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Accommodation - Sossus Oasis Camp Site

Day 6: Namib Desert

Begin the day at dawn and watch sunrise from atop the iconic Dune 45. Later, venture to the surreal Deadvlei for an optional excursion to this mesmerizing clay pan before slipping into the shadier areas of Sesriem Canyon to learn about its formation and ability to sustain wildlife with hidden pools.
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.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Set off for a climb of the mighty Dune 45. Look out and view the surrounding desert displaying its amazing orange and yellow hues. Magic!Activity - Enjoy a short stop at Sesriem Canyon, a small canyon typical of the area. The Tsauchab River flows through the canyon every five to ten years, and this creates the nearby salt and clay pan of Sossusvlei.Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Accommodation - Bushman's Desert Camp Sossus on foot Desert Walk

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.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Accommodation - Amanpuri Backpackers

Day 8: Swakopmund

Spend a free day in Swakopmund. Try activities like skydiving and sand boarding. For an even bigger adventure, hop on a scenic flight over the Skeleton Coast.
You can pre-book your sky dive on the checkout page, or through your Global Connection Officer or travel agent.

Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Enjoy a free day in Namibia's adventure capital.Accommodation - Amanpuri Backpackers

Day 9: Swakopmund/Spitzkoppe

Jump in the Lando and travel toward the granite peaks of Spitzkoppe. Dubbed the Matterhorn of Namibia, this is the perfect place for epic outdoor adventures. Enjoy free time here upon arrival.
Explore on your own by foot, and be sure to check out the night sky—it's great for star-gazing!

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Accommodation - Spitzkoppe Community Restcamp

Day 10: Spitzkoppe/Etosha National Park

Soak in the strangeness of this unique landscape before moving on to Etosha National Park for some prime wildlife viewing. Enjoy a safari drive in the park on the way to your camp.
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.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Set off into the wilds of Etosha National Park in search of a wide variety of wildlife. More than 100 species of mammals call Etosha home, including lions, rhinos, elephants, giraffes, blue wildebeest, springbok, zebra, and hyenas. As for birds, the salt pan attracts pelicans, flamingos, and many other winged wonders. Bring your camera and go wild!Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Accommodation - Okaukeujo Restcamp

Day 11: Etosha National Park

Embark on a 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.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Set off into the wilds of Etosha National Park in search of a wide variety of wildlife. More than 100 species of mammals call Etosha home, including lions, rhinos, elephants, giraffes, blue wildebeest, springbok, zebra, and hyenas. As for birds, the salt pan attracts pelicans, flamingos, and many other winged wonders. Bring your camera and go wild!Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Accommodation - Okaukeujo Restcamp

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.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Free time to relax, take a hike, or opt for another wildlife safari drive.Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Accommodation - Waterberg Campsite

Day 13: Waterberg Plateau/Windhoek

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

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Activity - Penduka works with women from the Katutura township, and surrounding rural communities, by helping them develop livelihoods through working in their handicraft workshops and cafe. Penduka trains and employs women disadvantaged through poverty, disability, ill-health, or lack of education, empowering them to develop skills in textiles, beading and pottery. Pick up a fresh-packed lunch at the cafe to help support the centre before touring the facilities and purchasing some of these crafts.Accommodation - Urban Camp

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 G Adventures-supported Dqae Qare San Lodge & Camp.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Activity - Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.Activity - Immerse yourself in the culture and history of the Naro San when you stay at Dqae Qare San Lodge & Camp tonight. This campsite and wildlife area is the only land-owned freehold by an Indigenous community in all of Southern Africa. The San are known throughout the continent for their warm hospitality, and tonight you have the opportunity to be immersed in their history and culture with a bush walk and dance around the campfire. Dqae Qare San Lodge provides much-needed employment for the nearby village of D'kar, and revenue from the lodge is invested in the nearby preschool, art program, museum, and community projects that bring clean water and other resources to the village. Everything for the lodge is community-sourced, including the labour, materials, artwork and ingredients for meals.

Day 15: D'kar/Maun

Climb in the Lando and continue towards Maun. In the afternoon, there will be free time to unwind before setting up camp with the group.
Choose to prebook a scenic helicopter ride through the Delta during your free time in Maun.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Accommodation - Sedia Hotel Campsite

Day 16: Maun/Okavango Delta

Dive right into nature today for an overnight excursion in the Okavango Delta. Hop in a 4x4 and ride to your basic bush camp, then do some birdwatching in a traditional mokoro (dugout canoe and head out for a wildlife walk in the area. Gather around the campfire for a sundowner in the evening.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb into a traditional canoe for a closer view of the shoreline.Activity - Step into the heart of Botswana’s wilderness on an unforgettable journey into the Okavango Delta. Your adventure begins with a scenic drive in an open 4x4 safari vehicle, travelling deep into the Sankoyo Concession, a pristine area teeming with wildlife and rich in natural beauty. Our secluded camp offers a true bush experience, with comfortable, fully-set-up tents and the sounds of nature all around. From here, you’ll explore the Delta the traditional way, gliding quietly through the waterways in a mokoro canoe, steered by skilled local polers who know the channels like the back of their hand. Back on land, a guided walking safari gives you the rare opportunity to connect with the bush on foot. Learn about the plants, animal tracks, and smaller wildlife often missed from a vehicle, while keeping an eye out for the Delta’s bigger residents. Evenings are spent relaxing by the campfire under a sky scattered with stars, swapping stories and listening to the night sounds of Africa. This is more than a trip, it’s an immersion into one of the world’s most remarkable ecosystems, guided by the people who call it home.Transport - Get a better view and take better snapshots aboard this off-road ride.Accommodation - Tamog Tours & Safaris Okavango Delta Camping

Day 17: Okavango Delta/Nata

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

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb into a traditional canoe for a closer view of the shoreline.Transport - Get a better view and take better snapshots aboard this off-road ride.Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Accommodation - Elephant Sands Lodge Campsite

Day 18: Nata/Kasane

Venture north from Nata to Kasane. There will be time for an optional river cruise through Chobe National Park before setting up camp under a sky full of stars.
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.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Accommodation - Thebe River Safari Lodge Campsite

Day 19: Kasane/Victoria Falls

Choose to go on an early safari drive in the morning before travelling with the group from Botswana across the border to Zimbabwe. Sit down for a traditional lunch at the G Adventurers-supported Lusumpuko Women's Club. Continue on to the town Victoria Falls, a great base to see the falls, and take part in some exciting activities.
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.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Activity - Start your visit to Victoria Falls off on the right foot by sitting down to a traditional, Zimbabwean meal, cooked by the Lusumpuko Women’s Club, a group of women from a nearby township. A demonstration by the ladies will show you exactly how Zimbabweans traditionally eat their food, and you’ll be served a farm-to-table meal made with traditional, local, in-season ingredients. This meal provides much-needed income to the cooperatives’ 20 members – changing their lives and families in the process.Activity - Some nationalities do require a visa for Zimbabwe, and many visas are available for purchase right at the border. See our visa section for further information. Accommodation - Explorers Village Camping

Day 20: Victoria Falls

Spend a free day in Victoria Falls. For the adventurous, there are activities like whitewater rafting or a scenic helicopter flight over the falls. The choice is yours!
Victoria Falls is a great base to see both natural wonders and take part in some exciting activities.

Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Get out and explore the many things on offer in the Victoria Falls area.Accommodation - Explorers Village Camping

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.

Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Get out and explore.Accommodation - Explorers Village Camping

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.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Activity - Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.Accommodation - Eureka Camping Park

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.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Accommodation - Wildlife Camp

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.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Do as much or as little as you'd like during a free day.Accommodation - Wildlife Camp

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 G Adventures-supported craft workshop. Afterwards, continue travelling in the Lando to Chipata.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Activity - Take a lunch stop at Tribal Textiles, a community workshop and business that employs and empowers over 100 locals from the area. Most of the unique textiles made at this workshop give back in some way either to education in the community or to various organizations working to conserve the wildlife of South Luangwa National Park. Regular employment at this socially conscious business also keeps poaching of wildlife at bay. After a quick tour to learn about these efforts, you’ll sit down for lunch at The Courtyard Café, run by local chef, Dorica, and her team.Accommodation - Barefoot Lodge & Safaris

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.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Accommodation - Kande Beach Resort

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.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Kick back and relax on Lake Malawi after a few long travel days.Activity - After a day on the beach of Lake Malawi, take a short walk into the Kande Beach village for traditional dinner in a local home.Accommodation - Kande Beach Resort

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.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Settle in and enjoy a free afternoon at northern Lake Malawi.Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Accommodation - Chitimba Camp

Day 29: Chitimba/Iringa

Today the group will head into Tanzania en route to Iringa. Gaze out the window as the Lando climbs out of the Great Rift Valley through some spectacular mountain passes, viewing tea plantations and highlands as you go.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Activity - Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.Accommodation - The Old Farm House - Kisolanza

Day 30: Iringa/Baobab Valley

Continue northeast in the Lando to the group campsite in the Baobab Valley along the banks of the Ruaha River.

Set up camp and look to the skies as the light begins to fade and enjoy a spectacular sunset in the lush, fertile lands of Tanzania. Then search the sky for shooting stars and make some wishes before drifting off to sleep.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Free_time - Enjoy free time at your campsite in the Baobab Valley.Accommodation - Tan-Swiss Lodge Campsite

Day 31: Baobab Valley/Dar es Salaam

Wake in Baobab Valley before driving to Dar es Salaam. Watch as the Tanzanian countryside passes by and the blue waters of the Indian Ocean make their debut. The group will spend the night here before embarking for the island beaches of Zanzibar.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Accommodation - Kipepeo Beach Camp Village

Day 32: Dar es Salaam/Zanzibar Beach Resort

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

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - S&S Hotel Jambiani

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.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Do as much or as little as you'd like on this island slice of paradise.Accommodation - S&S Hotel Jambiani

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.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - No visit to Zanzibar would be complete without a visit to the spice plantations. Your senses will be aroused as you will receive a detailed description on the assortment of spices (black pepper, cardamom, cinnamon, nutmeg, breadfruit, jackfruit, vanilla, lemon grass) and their various uses. It was the spice plantations that brought the beginnings of Zanzibar’s infamous slave trade that dates back to the 1840’s.Free_time - Spend a final afternoon wandering the streets of Stone Town.Accommodation - Spice Palace Hotel

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.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Accommodation - Firefly Bagamoyo Campsite

Day 36: Bagamoyo/Arusha

Jump on the road in the Lando and cross varied landscapes all the way to Arusha. Keep an eye out for views of Mt Kilimanjaro on the way.
Arusha sits at the foot of rugged Mt Meru, Africa's fifth highest mountain.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Accommodation - Meserani Snake Park

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.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Get a better view and take better snapshots aboard this off-road ride with a pop-up top.Activity - This is the reason you came to Africa. Charge your camera, grab your binoculars, and set out on safari. Your eagle-eyed driver will keep an eye out for wildlife – buffaloes, elephants, lions, wildebeests, zebras, and more. Tanzania’s Serengeti tends to be less crowded than some of Kenya’s reserves, so enjoy the scenery, the vast expanse of the grasslands, the play of light and shadow, and the up-close look at wild Africa.Accommodation - Seronera Campsite

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.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - This is the reason you came to Africa. Charge your camera, grab your binoculars, and set out on safari. Your eagle-eyed driver will keep an eye out for wildlife – buffaloes, elephants, lions, wildebeests, zebras, and more. Tanzania’s Serengeti tends to be less crowded than some of Kenya’s reserves, so enjoy the scenery, the vast expanse of the grasslands, the play of light and shadow, and the up-close look at wild Africa.Transport - Get a better view and take better snapshots aboard this off-road ride with a pop-up top.Accommodation - Simba Campsite

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.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Get a better view and take better snapshots aboard this off-road ride with a pop-up top.Activity - Set the alarm and prepare for an early start to see the wonders of the Ngorongoro Crater. Here you’ll see Maasai herdsmen in the morning mist. Your driver/guide will take you down into the crater and to all the best spots to view wildlife. Spot zebra, gazelles, buffaloes, and warthogs. The swamp and forest are home to hippos, rhinos, elephants, baboons, and monkeys. Keep your eyes peeled and camera ready to capture a pride of lions or a lone leopard walking along the crater floor.Accommodation - Meserani Snake Park

Day 40: Arusha/Nairobi

Hop in the Lando and hit the road to Kenya's capital; Nairobi. Cross through the semi-arid lands of the Maasai people en route and marvel at the epic views of mighty Mount Kilimanjaro in the distance as you swap stories with your road trip buddies!

Please note that this is a combination tour, and some of your fellow group members may be finishing their tour on this evening.
Depart Arusha in the morning and travel overland to Nairobi. Please note that this is a combination tour, and some of your fellow group members may be finishing their tour on this evening.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Accommodation - The Heron Hotel Nairobi

Day 41: Nairobi

Spend the day on your own in Nairobi, East Africa's most cosmopolitan city and Kenya's beating heart. From vibrant cultural life to excellent places to eat, plus buzzing nightlife there's plenty to see and do during your time here.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Get out and explore.Accommodation - The Heron Hotel Nairobi

Day 42: Nairobi/Masai Mara

Travel through the Great Rift Valley on the way to the Maasai Mara Reserve. Embark on a late afternoon wildlife safari drive in one of Kenya's premier wildlife destinations.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Maasai Mara is one of the world’s top safari destinations, known for its abundance of big cats – cheetahs, leopards and lions – as well as the two million wildebeest, Thomson’s gazelles and zebra that migrate annually across the vast grasslands in search of water. Set off on safari with our driver/guide and keep your eyes and ears peeled for movement and memories. Watch elephants and giraffe grazing, photograph zebras and wildebeest and, with a little luck, you'll even spot animals feasting on a recent kill.Transport - Get a better view and take better snapshots aboard this off-road ride.Accommodation - Kenia Safari Tented Camp

Day 43: Masai Mara

Board the safari vehicle and travel into the Maasai Mara Reserve for some wildlife spotting. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure at the camp.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Get a better view and take better snapshots aboard this off-road ride.Activity - Maasai Mara is one of the world’s top safari destinations, known for its abundance of big cats – cheetahs, leopards and lions – as well as the two million wildebeest, Thomson’s gazelles and zebra that migrate annually across the vast grasslands in search of water. Set off on safari with our driver/guide and keep your eyes and ears peeled for movement and memories. Watch elephants and giraffe grazing, photograph zebras and wildebeest and, with a little luck, you'll even spot animals feasting on a recent kill.Accommodation - Kenia Safari Tented Camp

Day 44: Masai Mara/Lake Nakuru National Park

Depart the camp on your 4x4 safari vehicle and meet up with the Lando at G Adventures-supported Ubuntu Cafe for a delicious lunch. Later, enjoy an afternoon wildlife drive through the area.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Search for, buffalo, impalas, hyenas, and even lions and leopards on the wildlife safari drive in this renowned national park. Head to the shores of Lake Nakuru to see pelicans and cormorants. The park is also rich in other bird life, including grebes, white winged black terns, stilts, avocets, and ducks.Activity - On this trip, you'll experience the warmth of Ubuntu Cafe, where every meal you enjoy contributes to a circle of empowerment and supports the creation of impactful souvenirs you'll treasure forever. Your visit also extends support to Ubuntu School, championing the rights and education of children with special needs through therapeutic and vocational training programs.Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Transport - Get a better view and take better snapshots aboard this off-road ride.Accommodation - Nderit Campsite

Day 45: Lake Nakuru National Park/Eldoret

See more wildlife life on a morning safari drive around Lake Nakuru. Then, continue onwards in the Lando to Eldoret.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Search for, buffalo, impalas, hyenas, and even lions and leopards on the wildlife safari drive in this renowned national park. Head to the shores of Lake Nakuru to see pelicans and cormorants. The park is also rich in other bird life, including grebes, white winged black terns, stilts, avocets, and ducks.Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Accommodation - Greenwoods Resort and Campsite

Day 46: Eldoret/Kampala

Cross the border into Uganda and travel to Kampala, the country's capital. The group will arrive there in the late afternoon.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Accommodation - Red Chilli Hideaway

Day 47: Kampala/Lake Bunyonyi

Cross over the equator today in the Lando en route from Kampala to Lake Bunyonyi. The name Bunyonyi means ‘place of many little birds' and the lake's winding shores encircle 29 islands surrounded by steep terraced hillsides. Upon arrival enjoy free time to get to know your surroundings and opt to swim in the calm waters.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Accommodation - Bunyonyi Overland Resort

Day 48: Gorilla Trek

Spend the day on a mountain gorilla trek in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Hike deep into the jungle through volcano forests alongside a park ranger in search of these mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Please be ready for a challenge as the treks can vary in length and difficulty.

Note: Ugandan authorities are fiercely protective of this natural treasure, and currently permit only a maximum of eight people, per day, to visit a given gorilla family. The group will be split into different sub-groups for the trek, and depending on the number of travellers, different sub-groups may do their trek on different days.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Take an unforgettable guided trek (1-6 hrs) deep into volcano forests of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for a wildlife encounter of a lifetime, and meet a family of mountain gorillas. One of Africa's major highlights, a close encounter with these amazing animals is simply breathtaking. Get prepared before heading out: bring plenty of water and waterproof clothing (it can rain on only a few minutes’ notice), and be sure to bring protective bags for cameras and film. Dress in layers with long sleeves and long pants to protect against stinging nettles found in the forests. The trek’s often chilly, at first, until you start trekking. Note: Ugandan authorities are fiercely protective of this natural treasure, and currently permit only a maximum of eight people, per day, to visit a given gorilla family. The group will be split into different sub-groups for the trek, and depending on the number of travellers, different sub-groups may do their trek on different days. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park has four areas; Rushaga, Buhoma, Nkuringo, and Ruhija. Depending on permit availability your group could be tracking gorillas from different areas of the park, it is all still part of Bwindi.Accommodation - Bunyonyi Overland Resort

Day 49: Lake Bunyonyi

Explore Lake Bunyonyi with a full day of free time. There are many optional activities to choose from like, swimming, hiking, canoeing, bird watching, or taking a motorboat tour of the lake. In the evening, relax together with the whole group at the lodge.

Please keep in mind that some members of the group will do the gorilla trek on this day and have the free day in Lake Bunyonyi the day before.

Meals included: Breakfast,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Get out and do as much or as little as you'd like around Lake Bunyonyi.Accommodation - Bunyonyi Overland Resort

Day 50: Lake Bunyonyi/Kalinzu Forest Reserve

Drive through the Ugandan countryside on the journey to Kalinzu Forest Reserve, which is further north in the country. The reserve is adjacent to Queen Elizabeth National Park and offers a great variety of landscapes to view wildlife. Spend the afternoon at your leisure here.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Accommodation - Craters Campsite & Country Lodge

Day 51: Kalinzu Forest Reserve/Lake Mburo National Park

Rise early this morning for an included chimpanzee tracking excursion within the lush Kalinzu Forest Reserve with a ranger. Later, the group will visit a tea plantation before arriving at Lake Mburo. Then, you can choose to book an afternoon boat cruise, or get to know the local area on foot.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Enjoy a chimpanzee tracking excursion through the scenic Kalinzu Forest Reserve. Trek along the ridges and valleys of the Rift Valley escarpment to visit chimpanzees in their natural habitat. Follow forest trails, which offer amazing views over the Rwenzori Mountains, Lake Edward, the Kazinga Channel, and the Congo. The Kalinzu Forest Reserve is steeped in mystery and rich with local legends. Learn about the folklore and uses of the forest from a local guide.Activity - Walk through a tea plantation with a local guide. View multiple varietals of tea, and learn about the process of growing tea plants from the harvesting stage to what goes into making the best cup of tea.Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Accommodation - Leopard Rest Camp

Day 52: Lake Mburo National Park/Jinja

Today the group will travel back across the equator to Uganda, which happens to be one of the few countries where it's possible to cross over this boundary on land. Along the way, make a stop for lunch at the G Adventures-supported AidChild Equation Café & Gallery. Arrive to Jinja in the evening.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Activity - Make a stop at AidChild’s Equation Café and Gallery, located at the equator. Surrounded by paintings and other crafts made by local artists, you'll enjoy a meal made with traditional Ugandan ingredients, with a modern twist. Your lunch here directly supports AidChild, a non-profit that provides support, medical care and education to children and youth living with HIV in Uganda.Accommodation - Nile River Explorers River Camp

Day 53: Jinja

The entire day is free for you to explore Jinja on your own or with members of the group. There are plenty of outdoor and adventure activities to choose from like rafting and mountain biking.
Pre-book your rafting adrenaline rush on the checkout page to include the Jinja River Rafting optional activity on your tour or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance.

Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Get out and enjoy the adrenaline capital of Uganda.Accommodation - Nile River Explorers River Camp

Day 54: Jinja/Eldoret

Catch up on some rest during this travel day between Uganda and Kenya. The group will arrive to the camp site near Eldoret in the evening and spend the night under the stars.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!Accommodation - Greenwoods Resort and Campsite

Day 55: Eldoret/Nairobi

Enjoy the ride as the group travels in the Lando through the Kenyan countryside to Nairobi. The tour will end upon arrival.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard our custom built ride …. overlanding G-style!

Exclusions

Flights to and from origin and destinations
Airport transfers (unless otherwise stated)
Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
Recommended gratuities/tipping
Optional activities/tours
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.

Important Information

Meals

When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We will do our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.

Luggage

You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.

Mobility

Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.

Fitness Level

This tour requires an average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.

Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.

If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling.

Sightseeing

If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.

Visas

Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.

It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.

Departure Dates & Surcharges: See checkout for live dates and availability.

AUD $14,699

(Tour only)

Per Person Standard

Duration: 55 days

Trip Type: Small Group

Activity Level: Demanding

Sure, 55 days might sound like a lot of time, but this once-in-a-life time experience offers you the gift of time in some of the most epic landscapes in the world.

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Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 14 Feb 2027

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Andrea

Traveled, June 2024

08/06/2024

This tour itinerary was very inclusive and provided many great experiences However the accommodation for Etosha was misleading as the accommodation is noted as Hotel accommodation but actually involves camping in a tent. We did not carry camping gear as we believed we had 2 days of camping in namibia and one night in the delta and had to purchase blankets This requires amendment on the tour radar website. We also did the Masai Mara tour which is incorrectly described as 5 days in the detailed itinerary and had to cut short one day as we had to booked to return home on the 5 th when the tour ended on the 6th day. Would appreciate a response from tour radar

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Elisabeth

Traveled, May 2024

07/25/2024

This tour was exceptional! We got to see and experience so much! Cape Town was great we opted for the wine tour and that was fantastic! Kruger was great but I enjoyed the rhino trekking much more! Victoria falls book the extra day and do the helicopter and Zambezi dinner cruise luxury version! Francisca was our guide and she was exceptional, she helped us learn and fall in love with South Africa and Zimbabwe!

Tour Operator

G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.

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