28 day Johannesburg to Nairobi - East & Southern Africa - African Overland Safari Tours - Traveller's Mate

     
  East and Southern Africa  
 

START: Johannesburg
END: Nairobi
TOUR LENGTH: 28 Days 27 Nights

COUNTRIES VISITED:
SOUTH AFRICA, BOTSWANA, ZAMBIA, MALAWI, TANZANIA, KENYA

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
INCLUDES: Scenic flight into Okavango Delta - Nature walk in Okavango Delta - River cruise and NP entry in Chobe National Parl - Entrance into Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park - Livingstone - Game Drive in South Luangwa National Park - Tribal Textile and Village Excursion - Luwawa Forest - Lake Malawi - Iringa - Zanzibar Excursion (optional) - Serengeti and Nogorongoro Crater (optional)

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ITINERARY:
DAY 1 SOUTH AFRICA TO BOTSWANA, PALAPYE
We depart Johannesburg heading north to Botswana. After border formalities we continue towards Palapye, previously knowas Phalatswe, where we’ll spend our first night. Palapye is located on the banks of the Lotsane River.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner

ROUTE MAP: 28 DAY EAST & SOUTHERN AFRICA TOUR
START: JOHANNESBURG END: NAIROBI
 
 

DAY 2 3 OKAVANGO DELTA
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 a truly spectacular and unforgettable experience.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 4 GWETA
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.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 5 CHOBE NATIONAL PARK
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 National Park. 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.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 6 ZIMBABWE, VICTORIA FALLS
After crossing into Zimbabwe, we arrive at Victoria Falls. This afternoon we will go visit the spectacular Victoria Falls and experience the thundering sound of the mighty Zambezi. The popular optional sunset cruise includes dinner and drinks.
Optional Activities: Chobe morning Game Drive , Zambezi Sunset Cruise, Dinner Out.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 7/8 VICTORIA FALLS
Most people will spend the day white water rafting, a not -to-be-missed experience of a lifetime! Victoria Falls offers many exciting alternatives. Optional Activities: White Water Rafting, Bungee Jump, Elephant Excursion.
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 9 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 10 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 11 12 SOUTH LUANGWA NATIONAL PARK
Early in the morning we drive from Chipata to the border of the South Luangwa National Park 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 National Park. On occasion, in the rainy season it is impossible or inadvisable to attempt to reach South Luangwa National Park, if this happens an alternative itinerary will be chosen. Optional Activities: Guided Morning Game Walk in South Luangwa National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 13 14 MALAWI , LUWAWA FOREST
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. Optional Activities: Fishing, Mountain Biking, Hiking.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 15 16 17 18 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 19 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 20 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 National Park, but we do not have time to stop and explore.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 21 22 23 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 24 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 25 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 26 27 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 28 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 29 KENYA, NAIROBI
After crossing the border into Kenya we continue to travel towards Nairobi . Although our tour has ended for some passengers groups like to spend this evening at local restaurant. Optional Activities: Dinner at Carnivore Restaurant
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

 
 

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