Tours & Safaris
Day Tours
Kruger Safaris
Short Tours
Overland Safaris
Departure Dates:
20th April 08
18th May 08
15th June 08
13th July 08
10th August 08
7th September 08
5th October 08
2nd November 08
30th November 08
28th December 08
Johannesburg to The Mara
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 National Park 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 Vic Falls we depart on 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 where we spend the night. 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 South Luangwa National Park where we spend two nights on the banks of the river. The second day is put aside for included activities such as a tribal textile project tour and village visit. There is also a guided sunset game drive to look forward to. On occasion, in the rainy season it is impossible or inadvisable to attempt to reach South Luangwa NP, if this happens then 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 National Park in the early morning. Heading north we enter the highlands of Malawi and spend the night at Luwawa Forest. There are some wonderful hikes in the area which your guides will gladly lead you on, as well as other great activities. Optional Activities: Fishing, Mountain Biking.
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
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.
Day 20/21/22 Zanzibar
Own Arrangements No Meals (B Day 20 only)
On this optional activity a transfer by ferry takes you to Zanzibar where you will spend the next few days exploring this fascinating island. Stone Town is the capital and is full of interesting architecture and facinating locals. These few days are at your own expense and costs vary depending on your preferred level of accommodation and activities. Optional Activities: Zanzibar Excursion: Ferry ticket, Food, Accommodation, Spice Tours, Dolphin Tours, Scuba Diving, Snorkeling
Day 23/24 Zanzibar Dar es Salaam – Arusha
Camp D
Today you leave Zanzibar and catch a late ferry (or flight) back to Dar es Salaam and return to the campsite. The next day we take a long and scenic drive to Arusha, the safari capital of Tanzania. After arriving in Arusha, those who are going to explore the Serengeti National Park, prepare for their excursion.
Day 25/26 Serengeti Ngorongoro
Camp B,L,D
Today we have the opportunity to go on a three-day trip into the Serengeti. For those not going to the parks, take this opportunity to absorb some of the fascinating local culture. Optional Activities: Serengeti & Ngorongoro Excursion
Day 27/28 Arusha - Nairobi
Camp B,L
Today we visit a local Masaai village. The next day we cross the border into Kenya we continue to travel towards Nairobi. Some groups like to spend the evening at local restaurant. Optional Activities: Dinner at Carnivore Restaurant
Day 29 – Lake Naivasha National Park
Camp L,D
The tour will leave the capital city of Kenya and travel north to Lake Naivasha where we spend the day at Hell’s Gate NP. The interesting name comes from the huge red-coloured cliffs that form the entrance to the geothermal interior. This is the only National Park where you can go hiking and activities include game and bird watching. The park entry fees are included and one of the more popular optional activities is to go game viewing from a bicycle. An alternative way to spend your afternoon is to take high-tea at Elsamere, the former home of Joy Adams, best known for her autobiographical novel, Born Free. Optional Activities: Cycle hire, high tea at Elsamere
Day 30 – Masai Mara National Reserve
Camp B,L,D
The Masai Mara National Reserve is the Kenyan side of the Serengeti National Park (located in Tanzania). Today the tour will be entering this huge area of spectacular game viewing to photograph some of Africa’s most abundant wildlife. Famous for the annual migration of around 1.5 million wildebeest, the Masai Mara is also home to many other plains animals, including lions. In addition to what we hope will be a successful day’s game viewing, cultural interaction with Kenya’s native Masaai people will round off your experience.
Day 31 – Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru National Park
Camp B,L,D
After some further game viewing in the Masai Mara, the tour will travel towards central Kenya and Lake Nakuru, home of the greater and lesser flamingo. Originally created as a bird sanctuary, Lake Nakuru was upgraded to National Park status in 1968. White Rhino inhabit the transitional savanna area surrounding the lake and if you are lucky you will get some great photographs.
Day 32 – Lake Nakuru National Park to Nairobi
Tour ends. Own arrangements B,L,D
The city of Nairobi was originally founded as a camp for the Mombassa-Uganda railway in 1899 and had since become the largest city in both Kenya and the East Africa region, with a population of between 3-4 million people. Nairobi is a cosmopolitan African-European city with many immigrants from former British colonies. The number of churches, mosques, temples and gurdwaras within the city bear testimony to its multiculturalism.
Nairobi is well known as a prime tourist destination, as it does have several tourist attractions, the most well known being Nairobi National Park. The park contains many animals including lions and giraffes. Nairobi also has more species of birds than any other capital city in the world. Today the tour will end just before noon.
Accommodation: Camping
on a 2 person share basis
Tour Length: 30 days
Price: €1915
Local Payment: US$1005
Departure points: Johannesburg
Includes:
meals as per itinerary
accommodation
Registered guide
transport as per itinerary
Excludes:
personal items
Alcoholic & other drinks
snacks
souvenirs
tips
optional activities
Optional Activities
As per itinerary