ITINERARY:
DAY 1 SOUTH AFRICA, CEDERBERG MOUNTAIN REGION
After a short stop to view Table Mountain we drive north to the Cederberg region. In the afternoon (weather permitting) we go on a guided walk to see Bushmen paintings and learn about the native fauna and flora.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner.
DAY 2 NAMAQUALAND & ORANGE/GARIEP RIVER
Today we travel to the Gariep/Orange River. We spend the night
under the stars and sit at the campfire getting to know each
another.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch,
Dinner
DAY 3 NAMIBIA, ORANGE/GARIEP RIVER - FISH RIVER CANYON
You can choose between a morning on the riverbank or the half day
canoe on the river. After lunch we travel north to the Fish River
Canyon. Optional Activities: Orange/Gariep River Half Day Canoe
Adventure.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 4 NAMIB-NAUKLUFT NATIONAL PARK
From the Fish River Canyon we continue into the remote hinterland.
We arrive at camp in the afternoon and enjoy a short hike at
Sesriem Canyon.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch,
Dinner
DAY 5 SOSSUSVLEI DUNES - NAMIB-NAUKLUFT NATIONAL PARK
We wake before dawn so we can hike up Dune 45 and watch the
sunrise. After breakfast we join a local expert on a guided tour
explaining the desert ecosystem.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6 / 7 SWAKOPMUND
Today we cross the Tropic of Capricorn (where we stop for a photo)
on our way to
Namibia's Atlantic
coast. In Swakopmund you will be briefed on the optional activities
available here. Day 7 is free for you to explore the town or try
one of the many adventure activities. Optional Activities:
Quadbiking, Sandboarding, Sky Diving, Dolphin Cruise, Scenic
Flights, Fishing etc.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, (Dinner on day 7
only)
DAY 8 SPITZKOPPE
We leave all the trappings of modern life behind us and drive
inland to the mysterious Spitzkoppe. Tonight we camp in the
wild.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 9 HIMBA TRIBES
After some early morning exploration we continue inland and drive
towards Kamanjab. The Himba are a pastoral people and predominantly
breed cattle or goats, they are easily recognisable by their unique
style of dress.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch,
Dinner
DAY 10 / 11 ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK
Etosha NP is the venue for some of the most unique game viewing
experiences in Africa. We will go on various game drives, and spend
our evenings at the abundant water holes for some excellent game
photography.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 12 WINDHOEK
After an early morning game drive we set off towards Windhoek in
the centre of Namibia. On the way we stop at a popular craft
market. In the afternoon we go on a short city tour. Optional
Activities: Dinner out at
Joe's Beer
House.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 13 BOTSWANA, GHANZI
It is a scenic drive to the Buitepos border, where we cross into
Botswana. Once at camp we will meet with a local Bushmen community
and experience some traditional Tribal Dancing.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 14 / 15 / 16 MAUN AND OKAVANGO DELTA
Another early day! Our journey takes us from Ghanzi towards Maun.
We spend the night here and prepare for our two night bush-camping
experience. Your guides will provide you with a briefing about the
next few day's
activities and the community run tourism operation. From here we
will enter the Delta using local transport. If the water level
allows we will take a mokoro (traditional canoe) trip a well as a
nature walk with the local people.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch,
Dinner
DAY 17 GWETA
We leave the Delta behind us and travel east to Gweta, which is
located halfway between Maun and Nata, near the Makgadikgadi Pans
NP.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 18 CHOBE NATIONAL PARK
When we arrive at Kasane we set up camp on the bank of the Chobe
River. The afternoon is spent game viewing from a boat in the Chobe
NP. This is an excellent opportunity to view
Africa's
spectacular wildlife. You will have the chance to experience an
early morning game drive the following day.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch,
Dinner
DAY 19 ZIMBABWE - VICTORIA FALLS
On arrival in Victoria Falls we have time to plan the next
day's adventure
activities before we visit the spectacular Victoria Falls NP and
experience the thundering of the mighty Zambezi. The popular
optional sunset cruise includes dinner and drinks. Optional
Activities: Chobe morning game drive, Zambezi Sunset Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 20 / 21 VICTORIA FALLS
Most people will spend the day White Water Rafting, a not
-to-be-missed experience of a lifetime! Vic Falls offers many
exciting alternatives. Optional Activities: White Water Rafting,
Bungee Jumping, Elephant Excursion, Dinner out.
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 22 ZAMBIA, LUSAKA
Leaving behind the excitement of Victoria Falls we begin our
expedition. The journey towards the bustling Zambian capital of
Lusaka takes us along an interesting route.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 23 CHIPATA
We begin today with some shopping in Lusaka before heading
northeast towards Chipata. This is an interesting area full of
friendly locals.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch,
Dinner
DAY 24 / 25 SOUTH LUANGWA NATIONAL PARK
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 Morning Game Walk in South Luangwa NP
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 26 / 27 MALAWI, LUWAWA FOREST
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.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch,
Dinner
DAY 28 / 29 / 30 / 31 LAKE MALAWI
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
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 32 TANZANIA, IRINGA
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.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch,
Dinner
DAY 33 IRINGA TO DAR ES SALAAM
It is a long drive from Iringa to the historical port city of Dar
es Salaam. We actually transit through Mukumi NP, but we do not
have time to stop and explore.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 34 / 35 / 36 ZANZIBAR
A local ferry will take us from Dar es Salaam (where we leave the
truck) to Stone Town, the capital of Zanzibar. We spend the first
night in Stone Town where you will have time to explore the markets
and unique architecture. The following day we take a transfer to
the northern part of the Island where we will spend 2 days relaxing
on the beach. Optional Activities: Meals, Spice Tours, Dolphin
Tours, Scuba Diving, Snorkeling.
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 37 ZANZIBAR- DAR ES SALAAM
Today you leave Zanzibar and catch a late ferry (or flight) back to
Dar es Salaam and return to the campsite.
Meals: Dinner
DAY 38 DAR ES SALAAM - ARUSHA
Today 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.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch,
Dinner
DAY 39 / 40 SERENGETI / NGORONGORO
Today we have the opportunity to go on a three-day trip into the
Serengeti. For those not going to the parks, take this time to
relax and absorb some of the fascinating local culture. Optional
Activities: Serengeti & Ngorongoro Excursion.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 41 ARUSHA
Today we visit a local Masaai village. Tonight we enjoy a final
meal around the truck and talking about the adventures we have had
together.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch,
Dinner
DAY 42 KENYA, NAIROBI
After crossing the border into Kenya we continue to travel towards
Nairobi and the end of our journey. Although our tour has ended
some groups like to spend this evening at local restaurant.
Optional Activities: Dinner at Carnivore Restaurant
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch |