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Your journey begins in Kenya in Africa's spectacular Rift Valley, with the wide open plains of East Africa stretched before us. Be enthralled by Africa's tribal people and wildlife unchallenged in their diversity. Make your way down through the plains of the Serengeti; explore the coastal reefs of exotic Zanzibar Island in the Indian Ocean, and then finally discover the fresh water jewel of Lake Malawi. In the South Luangwa National Park we'll seek out some of Africa's big cats on an unforgettable evening game drive.
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| Type: |
Overland Tours, Safaris |
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| Location: |
Africa Tours |
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| Regions Included: |
Nairobi, Arusha, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti National Parks, Dar Es Salaam, Zanzibar, Iringa, Chiweta, Chintheche, Senga Bay, Luangwa National Park, Bush camp Petauke, Lusaka, Victoria Falls, Chobe National Park, Maun, Okavango Delta, Gobabis, Waterberg |
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40 days |
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| Departing From: |
Nairobi |
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| Departing Time: |
8.00am on Day 2 |
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| Min Persons Required: |
4 |
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Kenya to Cape Town 40 days – The Southern African Exploration Itinerary
DAY 1 - Nairobi
Day at leisure enjoy the many optional attractions and activities available in Nairobi. Clients will meet at 18h30 for a pre-departure meeting at Silver Springs Hotel. All meals will be for your own account.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
Silver Springs Hotel (or similar)
Valley Road Nairobi
Tel: ++ (254) 722451- 4/ 722451/ 722456
Fax: ++ (254) 720545/ 728061
Cell: ++ (254) 722 204870
Meals: All meals to your own expense
DAY 2 - Nairobi - Arusha (300 km - 7 hours)
We depart early and make our way from Nairobi and over the border into Tanzania. Your guides will assist with all formalities and after clearing customs and immigration we'll be on our way to Arusha the gateway into the Ngorongoro and Serengeti National Parks. Arusha is a fairly developed and large town, and known as the 'safari capital of Tanzania'. Upon arrival at our camp in Arusha we will have a full brief on the days ahead so you are prepared for your excursion into the Serengeti and Ngorongoro National Parks. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
CAMPING
Meserani Snake Park (or similar)
Tel: ++ (255) 27 2538282
Fax: ++ (255) 27 2538283
Cell: ++ (255) 741 510707
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAYS 3 - 5 - Arusha - Excursion to Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater
National Park 7 ½ hours outbound - 5 ½ hours return journey.
The Serengeti National Park is world renowned for the great wildebeest migrations and never ending tragedies and joys which accompany them. We also visit the Ngorongoro National Park, the largest unbroken caldera in the world, it plays host to up to 25,000 larger mammals and 100 species of birds. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Day 3 will be an early start as we depart at 08h00am from the camp and head for Serengeti National Park. There will be game viewing en route, and our overnight camp is at Seronera Camp. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
On Day 4 we do an early morning game drive in the Serengeti and after lunch head for the Ngorongoro National Park for overnight at Simba camp. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
On Day 5 we will do a morning tour of the Crater, and in the afternoon return to Meserani Snake Park in Arusha for overnight camping. Breakfast and Lunch included.
Day 3: CAMPING
Seronera camp (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 4: CAMPING
Simba camp (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
No contact details available- leave message at the Snake Park.
Day 5: CAMPING:
Meserani Snake Park (or similar)
Tel: ++ (255) 27 2538282
Fax: ++ (255) 27 2538283
Cell: ++ (255) 741 510707
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
DAY 6 Arusha - Dar es Salaam (650 km - 11 hours)
We proceed to Dar es Salaam (The haven of peace) and set up our camp on the beach. Here you will be briefed by your guides on the ferry trip to the fabulous Island of Zanzibar. Breakfast and lunch included. Dinner will be for your own account.
CAMPING
Mikadi Beach Camp (or similar)
Tel/Fax: ++ (255) 22 2820485
Cell: ++ (255) 744 370269/ 744 783692
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
DAYS 7 - 9 - Zanzibar Island (65 km - by sea 2 ½ hours)
Today your guides will make arrangements for the ferry trip to Zanzibar Island. A WildLife Adventures guide will accompany you for the duration of your stay on the island and to assist with immigration and customs formalities. The little Indian Ocean Island of Zanzibar is a cultural melting pot of African, Arabic and Indian cultures. It is renowned for its spice and (never to be forgotten) slave trade. We have two full days to explore this island with its turquoise waters and beautiful palm fringed beaches. Perhaps take an optional boat trip to snorkel with the dolphins or catch a glimpse of the very rare Red Colubus monkey. Breakfast included. All other meals will be for your own account.
Day 7: HOTEL
Safari Lodge (or similar)
Tel/Fax: ++ (255) 748 606 177
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8/9: LODGE
Kendwa Rocks North Coast (or similar)
No contact details available
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 10 - Dar es Salaam (65 km by sea)
We depart the hotel for the harbour and proceed through customs and immigration, board our ferry and return to our vehicle in Dar es Salaam. Breakfast and dinner included. Lunch will be for your own account.
CAMPING
Mikadi Beach Camp (or similar)
Tel/Fax: ++ (255) 22 282 0485
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
DAY 11 - Kisolonza Farm, Iringa (505 km - 11 hours)
Early morning departure as we leave the coastal city of Dar es Salaam behind us as we travel to Iringa. Iringa is famous for the timber industry and we travel through miles of pine forests before reaching our campsite late in the afternoon. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
CAMPING
Kisolanza Farm (or similar)
Tel/ Fax: ++ (255) 61 7022480
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 12 Iringa - Lake Malawi - Chiweta (810 km - 12 ½ hours)
*note there is an hour difference in time between Tanzania and Malawi, you gain 1 hour on entering Malawi.
Today we cross into Malawi - known throughout the world as the warm heart of Africa. The Malawian's are know for there friendly nature and warm hospitality. We will stop at several camps on the breathtaking Lake Malawi. This freshwater lake stretches the whole length of Malawi and is the lifeline of the country. Over 650 species of fish are found in the lake and new species are being discovered every year. Rural fishing villages line the shoreline and you are free to explore them. We travel down the lake stopping at carefully selected camps.
Chiweta is a rustic camp on the lake-shore set amongst fantastic Baobab trees. Behind the camp is the Livingstonia Plateau home to the mission that was built by Scottish missionaries in 1894. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
CAMPING
Chiweta (or similar)
No contact details available
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 13 & 14 - Lake Malawi - Chiweta - Chinteche (250 km - 4 ½ hours)
Our journey continues down the lake to beautiful rural Chintheche, where we camp close to the shoreline. The area known as the Chinteche peninsula is one of the most scenic areas in Malawi. There is plenty of opportunity to do optional watersports or why not just relax with a good book? Breakfast, lunch and dinner on Day 13. Breakfast and lunch on Day 14.
CAMPING
Chintheche Inn (or similar)
Tel: ++ (265) 771393
Fax: ++ (265) 771297
Meals: Day 13: Breakfast, lunch, dinner. Day 14: Breakfast, lunch
DAY 15 - Chinteche - Senga Bay (237 km - 5 hours)
We proceed to Salima and Senga Bay. Today we travel through Nkhotakota, the oldest market town in Africa. We arrive at our camp mid day, giving you the afternoon free to swim, enjoy optional water sports or relax. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
CAMPING
Steps Camp (or similar)
Tel: ++ (265) 744022
Fax: ++ (265) 744483
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAYS 16 & 17 - Zambia - South Luangwa National Park (236 km - 8 ½ hours)
Heading south into Zambia, we visit the awesome South Luangwa National Park notably one of Africa's best-kept secrets. With over 9000 sq km of pristine wilderness, South Luangwa is teeming with over 47 animal species - herds of buffalo, elephant, zebra, hyena, jackal, 15 different antelope and the endemic Cookson's wildebeest and Thornicroft's Giraffe. We will enjoy 2 included game drives into the park - one will be approx. a 4-hour drive starting at 06h30 am and slightly later during winter. The second game drive will on the evening of the same day - departure time will be approx 16h00 pm. Once it gets dark we will make use of a spotlight to track down nocturnal species such as leopard, hyena and spotted genets. We return to camp at approximately 20h00pm where an already prepared welcome dinner awaits. Flatdogs camp is well situated on the banks of the Luangwa River - a good chance to view hippo and crocodile. Breakfast and lunch on Day 16. Breakfast, lunch and dinner on Day 17. Dinner on Day 16 will be for your own account.
CAMPING
Flatdogs Camp (or similar)
Tel: ++ (260) 62 45015
Fax: ++ (260) 62 45025
Meals: Day 16: Breakfast, lunch. Day 17: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 18 - South Luangua - Petauke (190 km - 7 hours)
We depart South Luangwa on classic African roads through some pristine Zambian bush for our African village camp. This is a wonderful way to catch a glimpse of rural life in Zambia, as we literally camp inside the village. Cultural exchanges abound and these camps are always a highlight. We choose these stops very carefully in conjunction with the chiefs of each village. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
CAMPING
Village Camp (or similar)
No address and contact details available- leave a message at Eureka Camp.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 19 - Petauke - Lusaka (260km - 7 ½ hours)
We proceed to our camp near Lusaka and camp on the outskirts of the city in a privately owned rest camp. Game can sometimes be seen in the camp in the evenings grazing on the grass. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
CAMPING
Eureka Camp (or similar)
Farm 4301, Kafue Rd, Lusaka
Tel: ++ (260) 1 278110
Fax: ++ (260) 1 272351
E-mail: eureka@zamnet.zm
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 20 - Lusaka - Victoria Falls (485 km - 8 hours)
Today we are bound for Victoria Falls - one of the 'seven natural wonders' of the world. You are free to explore it at your leisure. Take a sundowner cruise or enjoy hoards of other adventure activities. Breakfast and lunch included.
CAMPING
Victoria Falls Rest Camp and Lodge (or similar)
Parkway Drive, Victoria Falls
Tel: ++ (263) 13 40509/11
Fax: ++ (263) 13 43434
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
DAY 21 - Victoria Falls
The spectacular Victoria Falls is one of the 'Seven Natural Wonders' of the world. Explore it at your leisure. If you are an adventure lover this is the place for you! Take a sun downer cruise or enjoy hoards of other adrenalin activities. Our camp is located in the village centre. The pre-departure meeting will be at the Victoria Falls Rest Camp at 18h30 pm. Breakfast included.
On Day 21, clients should meet at the Victoria Falls Rest Camp at 18h30 pm for the pre-departure meeting. This meeting will give you all a chance to meet your fellow travellers and get to know your guides for the next leg of your trip. The meeting will cover all the aspects of the trip. Please bring with you to this meeting: your passport with relevant visa's and evidence of medical and personal insurance.
CAMPING
Victoria Falls Rest Camp and Lodges (or similar)
Parkway Drive, Victoria Falls
Tel: ++ (263) 13 405 09/11
Fax: ++ (263) 13 434 34
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 22 - Chobe National Park (90 km - 2 hours)
Departing Victoria Falls we head for Botswana and our first border crossing. Your guides will help with all the border formalities and once through a short drive to Kasane takes us to our camp situated right on the banks of the Chobe River. Chobe National Park is home to some of the largest herds of elephant in Africa. In the afternoon we will go on an included guided river cruise for some game viewing. Breakfast and lunch included.
CAMPING
Toro Safari Lodge (or similar)
Lot 76 Kazungula, Kasane, Botswana
Tel: ++ (267) 625 2694
Fax: ++ (267) 625 2695
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
DAY 23 - Maun (606 km - 7 hours)
Departing Chobe we travel through Botswana and past the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans which is one of the flattest places on earth and famous for its stunning Baobab trees. Today is a long day's travelling, so be prepared. We arrive in the little town of Maun, which is the gateway to the Okavango Delta. Our camp is just outside of town. In the evening there will be a full briefing on what to expect and pack for the delta excursion. Please remember space in the makoros (local word for canoe - and your mode of transport into the Delta) is at a premium and a small overnight bag with your sleeping bag and necessary clothes for 2 days is all that is needed. Breakfast and lunch only. Dinner is to your own account.
CAMPING
Crocodile Camp (or similar)
12 kilometres north of Maun, on the banks of the Thamalakane River
Tel: ++ (267) 680 0222
Fax: ++ (267) 680 1256
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
DAYS 24 & 25 - Okavango Delta
An early morning pickup awaits us at the camp where we will be transferred to the makoro poling station by vehicle. We will be assigned our makoro - each complete with poler /guide. After a two to three hour relaxing journey into the delta we will set up camp. The Delta is an incredible maze of inland waterways and lagoons. We'll be on safari makoro style, poled gently along in canoes, hand hewn from logs, floating through this haven of wildlife and birds. Your poler guides will also take you on game walks to experience the full splendour of the region. Please note that there are no ablution facilities and camps will be bush camps. Meals will be carefully planned for this duration. Breakfast, lunch, dinner included.
CAMPING
Bush camp in the Okavango Delta (or similar)
No contact details available- Leave a message at Crocodile Camp
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 26 - Maun
After breakfast we are gently poled back to the vehicle pick up point and transferred by vehicle back to our camp in Maun. Breakfast, lunch, dinner included.
CAMPING
Crocodile Camp (or similar)
Contact details as per Day 3
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 27 - Gobabis (510 km - 10 hours)
We travel and cross the border into Namibia and proceed to Gobabis where we will overnight on a private game farm. This is our first night in Namibia and a fitting place to hear fireside tales of your journey so far and discuss the days ahead. Breakfast and lunch included.
CAMPING
Zelda's Game and Guest Farm (or similar)
On route between Gobabis and Botswana border post
Tel: ++ (264) 62 560 427
Fax: ++ (264) 62 560 431
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
DAY 28 - Waterberg Plateau National Park (501 km - 8 hours)
'Hippo Trail' and 'Dunes and Cape Safari' are modules of 'The Southern Skies' tour, and all clients booked on this module will be dropped off/collected in Windhoek before the tour continues.
We leave Gobabis and travel to Waterberg Plateau National Park. Waterberg Plateau is historically significant because it was the site of the war between the Germans and the Hereros. Now the area has become a haven for many endangered species. It is renowned for incredible rock formations and walks. Your time in the Waterberg is your own and you are free to walk in the park at your leisure. Optional game drives and guided walks are available. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
CAMPING
Bernard De La Bat (or similar)
Off route C22, route 2512, Waterberg Plateau
Tel: ++ (264) 67 305 001
Fax: ++ (264) 67 305 004
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAYS 29 & 30 - Etosha National Park (256 km - 6 hours)
Etosha National Park is Namibia's premier game park. Dominated by shimmering white saltpans you have a chance to see elephant as well as black rhino, lion and leopard. Most camps have floodlit water holes, which are excellent for after dinner game viewing, as well as swimming pools for cooling off during the heat of the day. We will enjoy 3 game drives whilst at Etosha - all taken in the WildLife Adventures vehicle. Typically we will make an early start, ideal for morning game viewing, and drive to some of the waterholes in the park before heading back to camp for brunch. Approximately 3 hours per game drive. In the afternoons we will take another game drive and return to camp before dark for dinner. Breakfast, lunch and dinner on Day 9. Breakfast and lunch on Day 10.
CAMPING
Okaukuejo Campsite (or similar)
South entrance to Etosha National Park
Tel: ++ (264) 67 229 800
Fax: ++ (264) 67 229 852
Meals: Day 9: Breakfast, lunch, dinner. Day 10: Breakfast, lunch
DAYS 31 & 32 - Swakopmund (515 km - 9 hours)
Leaving Etosha we journey to Swakopmund, a delightful Bavarian-style town, situated snugly between sea and desert. There are great beaches, activities such as deep-sea fishing, quad biking and dune boarding plus an array of shops, bars and restaurants. In Swakopmund you are free to explore at your leisure or partake in the many optional activities. This is also a chance to catch up on laundry, banks and communications. Breakfast and lunch only on Day 11. Breakfast only on Day 12.
LODGE ACCOMMODATION
Swakop Lodge (or similar)
46 Breite/ Nathaniel Maxulili Street, Swakopmund.
Tel: ++ (264) 64 402 030
Fax: ++ (264) 64 405 01
Meals: Day 11: Breakfast, lunch. Day 12: Breakfast
DAYS 33 & 34 - The Namib Naukluft National Park (350 km - 5 hours)
We continue on to The Namib Naukluft National Park and the giant sand dunes of Sossusvlei. This is one of the world's oldest deserts, offering over 130 million years of natural wonder, and the highest sand dunes in the world!! Climb the dunes for an unforgettable sunrise. Optional adventure activities including guided walks, hot air ballooning and light aircraft flights. On day 14 we leave the camp very early and travel into the park. We head for Dune 45 and climb the dune for a magnificent sunrise, after which we proceed on to Sossusvlei and the 2x4 parking area. From here it is an approximate 5 km walk to the vlei where you are free to explore. There is an option for a guided walk (this is to the clients own expense). Stunning photographic opportunities are available in the dunes. In the late afternoon you will be taken to the nearby Sesriem canyon and return to camp for the evening meal. There is a small swimming pool at the camp if you wish to relax and soak up the sun. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
CAMPING
Sesriem (or similar)
Route 826 Namib Naukluft National Park
Tel: ++ (264) 63 693 247
Fax: ++ (264) 63 693 247
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 35 - The Fish River Canyon (580 km - 9 hours)
We head for the awesome Fish River Canyon. There will be time to take in a beautiful sunset over the canyon, or partake in an optional walk along the rim of the canyon. Breakfast and lunch included.
CAMPING
Canon Roadhouse (or similar)
Fish River Canyon National Park.
Tel: ++ (264) 61 230 066
Fax: ++ (264) 61 251 863
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
DAY 36 - The Gariep River (180 km - 2 hours)
We border cross into South Africa and head for our camp on the riverbank. You will have the opportunity to partake in an optional canoe safari or just relax at the riverside bar. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
CAMPING
Fiddlers Creek (or similar)
On banks of Gariep River, South African side
Tel: ++ 27 (27) 761 8953
Fax: ++27 (27) 761 8953
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 37 - Lamberts Bay (360 km - 5 hours)
We depart for Lambert's Bay and our camp. Here you have the option of visiting the well-known 'Bird Island' (own expense). Breakfast and lunch included.
CAMPING
Lamberts Bay Caravan Park (or similar)
Voortrekker Road, Lamberts Bay
Tel: ++ 27 (27) 432 2238
Fax: ++27 (27) 432 1517
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
DAY 38 - Cape Town (340 km - 5 hours)
Sample the sights and sounds of this magical city at the Southern end of the African continent. A host of optional activities are available including, trips to Robben Island, Peninsula tours, wine tasting, and much more. Please ask WildLife Adventures or your tour leader for assistance in booking these excursions. Breakfast included, all other meals in Cape Town will be to the client's expense.
LODGE ACCOMMODATION
Saasveld Lodge (or similar)
73 Kloof Street, Gardens
Tel: ++27 (21) 424 6169
Fax: ++27 (21) 424 5397
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 39 - Cape Town
A day at leisure to continue enjoying all the attractions that Cape Town has to offer.
LODGE ACCOMMODATION
Saasveld Lodge (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 40 - Tour Ends
Our tour ends after Breakfast.
Meals: Breakfast
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Includes:
Fully equipped safari vehicle, services of tour leader and camp courier, all accommodation, all camping and catering equipment and National Park entrance fees. Breakfast (B) Lunch (L) Dinner (D) where specified. Meals not shown will be to the clients account. Occasionally breakfast and lunch may be combined into a brunch where necessary e.g. mornings with early game drives.
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Excludes:
International Airfares, travel and medical insurance, personal spending money, visas, passports, vaccinations, personal taxes (including departure and border taxes) all optional activities, unscheduled or optional national / game parks and other activities, gratuities, sleeping bag, restaurant meals and all other items of a personal nature. All drinks, even on days with full board basis.
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