43 day Cape to Kenya Overland Tour

Day 1: Cape Town, South Africa

Departing, after a tour briefing, from Cape Town at 8am you visit the African Penguin colony en-route to Cape Point Nature Reserve and spend the rest of the day relaxing on Hout Bay beach. Sample some of Cape Town's culinary wonders at a local restaurant in the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. (own expense). You will stay at Lion's Head Lodge.

Day 2: Cedarberg, South Africa

The Cedarberg is a massive rocky wilderness where giant sandstone boulders have been sculpted by wind and rain into bizarre and artistic shapes.  In the afternoon you will explore the rugged landscape on foot. Camping. Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner.

Day 3: Gariep River, South Africa

You will make your way into the more arid regions and entering Namibia, you will camp at the Gariep River. Time is free for swimming and relaxing or you can adventure down the river in canoes (own expense). Camping. Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner.

Day 4: Fish River Canyon, Namibia

You will make your way to Fish River canyon, the second largest canyon in the world. In the afternoon you will be able to watch a spectacular sunset slip over the canyon’s rim. Camping. Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner.

Day 5 & 6: Namib Desert, Namibia

Towering red sand dunes of Sossusvlei form the gateway into the Namib Desert. You will walk to Sossusvlei, explore Sesriem Canyon and watch spectacular sunsets over the world's highest sand dunes. Camping.  Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner.

Day 7 & 8: Swakopmund, Namibia

Lunar landscapes and the prehistoric Welwitchia plants surround the coastal town of Swakopmund. Enjoy a day free to explore the town or try quad biking, dune boarding (own expense). You can enjoy restaurant meals in the evening (own expense) and overnight in a guesthouse..Guesthouse. Breakfast x2. Lunch x1.

Day 9 & 10: Damaraland, Namibia

Enjoy 2 days of beautiful desert landscapes. You will move north along the arid coast to the Cape Cross Seal colony before heading inland to set up camp under the Spitzkoppe, huge granite domes rising out of the desert.

Enjoy a magnificent sunrise the next morning before heading to the Brandberg where you will camp on the Ugab River, home to the rare desert Elephant. You will explore this area, which is adorned with rock art. Camping. Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner.

Day 11 & 12: Etosha National Park, Namibia

Etosha National Park, "the great white place of dry water", in the game rich northwest corner of Namibia offers a variety of wildlife. You will take game drives around the huge dry pan to find the Elephants, herds of antelope and Lions around the waterholes before you camp at Okaukuejo with its floodlit waterhole. (Subject to animal movements any of the 3 camps in Etosha may be used) Camping. Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner.

Day 13: Windhoek, Namibia

The charm of the city of Windhoek lies in its harmonious blend of African and European cultures and the friendliness of its people. You will visit this cosmopolitan capital and enjoy a restaurant meal. You will stay at a guesthouse.Breakfast. Lunch.

Day 14: Kalahari, Botswana

Crossing into Botswana you will overnight in the heart of the Kalahari. You will take a walk with the local San Bushmen to learn fascinating bush skills. (Local guide may not be San due to nomadic lifestyle of San Bushmen) Camping. Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner.

Days 15 - 17: Okavango Delta, Botswana

You will camp in Maun for a night in preparation before journeying deep into the Okavango Delta on mokoros (canoe dugouts). You will camp on remote islands for 2 nights and enjoy game walks, swimming, the birdlife and game viewing in  pristine wilderness area. Camping. Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner.

Day 18: Makgadikgadi Pans, Botswana

Feel the vastness of Africa. After the rains the pans fill with water and attract thousands of water birds and herds of Zebra, Wildebeest and Springbok. Camping. Breakfast. Lunch. 

Day 19 - 21: Zambia / Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Tour Victoria Falls, a natural wonder of the world, plunging into the Zambezi Gorge. White water rafting on mighty Zambezi or, for the adventurous, a 111 metre Bungi Jump (own expense). Camping. Breakfast x3.

Day 22: Lake Kariba, Zimbabwe

You will camp on the tranquil shores of Lake Kariba, home to Hippo, Crocodile and a wide range of bird life. A sunset cruise on the lake is a photographers dream. Camping. Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner.

Day 23 & 24: Lower Zambezi Canoeing

You drive down into the Lower Zambezi Valley and spend 2 nights at a lodge on the banks of the river. Enjoy a full day canoeing down the Zambezi River, home of the tribal mythical god – Nyami Nyami.

The river attracts Elephants and other wildlife from the surrounding wilderness. After a day highlighted by bird watching and game viewing, relax around the campfire in the evening. You will stay at a lodge. Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner.

Day 25: Lusaka, Zambia

After a morning relaxing on the banks of the Zambezi you will head towards the capital Lusaka. You will stock up on supplies in the bustling markets and visit a community craft market. Camping. Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner.

Days 26 - 28: South Luangwa National Park, Zambia

Make your way down into "the valley" of the Luangwa River, South Luangwa National Park is wild and remote. It has an abundance of wildlife that is rarely seen in other game reserves and is one of the finest wildlife sanctuaries in the world, full of Hippo, Crocodiles, Elephants, Lion and Leopard.

You will camp on the banks of the Luangwa River for 2 nights and explore the area on game walks and open 4WD game drives. A night drive with spotlights to see nocturnal animals is a highlight. In the midday heat, the camp has a wonderful entertainment area and swimming pool.

Day 29: Lilongwe, Malawi

Malawi known as "the warm heart of Africa". You will head to the capital, Lilongwe where we you can restock with fresh supplies in the markets. The old city centres’ vibrant markets, cafes, shops and restaurants are worth visiting. Camping. Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner.

Days 30 - 32: Lake Malawi

You will spend 3 days relaxing on the shores of 'the lake of stars'.  Beach walks, swimming in the crystal clear water and snorkelling among the tropical fish. You will visit various lakeside camps as you travel north along the shores of Lake Malawi. Camping. Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner.

Day 33 & 34: Tanzania

From Karonga, the site of one of the early battles of World War one, you will cross the border into Tanzania. You will camp wild as you transit to the capital,  Dar Es Salaam. This city started as a fishing village in the mid 19th century before becoming a port and trading centre. Camping. Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner.

Days 35 - 37: Zanzibar, Tanzania

Zanzibar, 'the spice island,' has a rich history and culture. It was the centre of the slave and spice trade in the 1800s. You can visit the beaches, explore Stone Town, tour the spice plantations, visit the slave pits, and view the ruins of the Sultan's Palace. You will stay at a guesthouse. Breakfast.

Day 38 & 39: Dar Es Salaam - Arusha, Tanzania

You will catch the ferry back to Dar Es Salaam and then pass Mt Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain as you head towards Arusha where you can browse the craft markets and absorb the mix of cultures. Camping. Breakfast x2. Dinner.

Days 40 - 42: Serengeti National Park / Ngorogoro Crater, Tanzania

Serengeti National Park and Ngorogoro Crater are typical Africa, wide-open plains, thorn trees, prolific wildlife…the perfect dream of Africa. Massive herds of Wildebeest and Zebra migrate annually on the plains.

You will spend 4 days on a 4WD excursion to these famous National Parks where you will see the Masai people herding their cattle amongst the wild game. You will camp in Arusha on the final night. Camping. Breakfast x3. Lunch x3. Dinner x2.

Day 43: Nairobi

The afternoon is spent doing a little curio shopping before dinner at a restaurant to celebrate their true African Discovery (own expense). Tour ends. Breakfast.

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