Delta To dar Es Salaam, African overland camping safari

Delta To Dar Es Salaam

Day 1 Botswana - Palapye
Camp L,D

We depart Johannesburg heading north to Botswana. After border formalities we continue towards Palapye, previously know as Phalatswe, where we’ll spend our first night. Palapye is located on the banks of the Lotsane River.

Day 2/3 Okavango Delta
Camp B,L,D

Our journey takes us through to Maun. We arrive in the afternoon where we leave our truck behind, board our planes, and head into the Delta. After a wonderful scenic flight we arrive at our base for the next two days. During our time in the Delta we enjoy the best nature has to offer. We go on nature walks and If possible will explore the Delta by mokoro. The Delta is truly spectacular and unforgettable experience.

Day 4 Gweta
Camp B,L,D

After our scenic flight out, we leave the Delta behind us and travel east to Gweta. Gweta is located halfway between Maun and Nata, close to the Makgadikgadi Pans National Park.

Day 5 Botswana - Chobe National Park
Camp B,L,D

Today we head north to Kasane, on the banks of the Chobe River. Apart from being the 2nd biggest National Park in Botswana, Chobe NP is renowned for its high population of migratory elephants. The afternoon is spent game viewing on a boat cruise, into the renowned Chobe NP. This is an excellent opportunity to view some of Africa’s spectacular wildlife. You also have the chance to experience an early morning game drive the next day.

Day 6/7/8 Zambia – Livingstone
Camp B,L,D

After crossing into Zambia by ferry, we arrive at our destination of Livingstone. This afternoon we will go visit the spectacular Victoria Falls and experience the thundering sound of the mighty Zambezi. The next couple of days can be spent enjoying the many optional activities on offer. The popular optional sunset cruise includes dinner and drinks. Optional Activities: Chobe morning Game Drive, Zambezi Sunset Cruise, Zambezi White Water Rafting, Bungee Jumping, Elephant Back Safari, Dinner out.

Day 9/10 Lusaka Chipata
Camping B,L,D

Leaving behind the excitement of Livingstone we begin our expedition. The journey towards the bustling Zambian capital of Lusaka takes us along an interesting route. We begin the following day with some shopping in Lusaka before heading northeast towards Chipata. This is an interesting area full of friendly locals.

Day 11/12 South Luangwa National Park
Camping B,L,D

Early in the morning we drive from Chipata to the border of the South Luangwa NP where we spend two nights on the riverbank. The next day we visit the community run tribal textile project and a local village. Later this afternoon we enjoy a guided sunset game drive in South Luangwa NP. On occasion, in the rainy season it is impossible or inadvisable to attempt to reach South Luangwa NP, if this happens an alternative itinerary will be chosen. Optional Activities: Guided Game Walk in South Luangwa NP

Day 13 Malawi – Luwawa Forest
Camping B,L,D

Today we cross the Zambia-Malawi border after leaving South Luangwa NP in the early morning. Heading north we enter the highlands of Malawi and spend the night at Luwawa Forest. Optional Activities: Fishing, Mountain Biking, Hiking.

Day 14/15/16/17 Central Lake Malawi and Northern Malawi
Camping B,L,D

We will spend the next couple of carefree days relaxing on the white sandy beaches. For the more adventurous there are endless leisure and water sport activities. Alternatively, soak up the atmosphere and relax in one of the most memorable holiday destinations. Optional Activities: Scuba diving, parasailing, windsurfing, fishing, canoeing, horse riding

Day 18/19 Tanzania – Iringa - Dar es Salaam
Camp B,L,D (Tour ends Own Arrangements, Breakfast Included on Day 19)

We make the border crossing out of Malawi. As we ascend out of the Great Rift Valley through some spectacular mountain passes, we pass the vast tea plantations in the highlands to our camp outside Iringa. The next day we transit through Mikumi National Park to the historical port city of Dar es Salaam.

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