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Zimbabwe To Kenya Overland Safari & Participation Camping
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Length
20 Days
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Quality
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Starts in
Victoria Falls (Zambia & Zimbabwe)
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Ends in
Nairobi (Kenya)
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Available Tour Start Dates
MAY 23, 2026 to JAN 25, 2029
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Style
Fully-Guided
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Guaranteed Date(s)
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Special Interest(s)
Small Group
Group trips average 12 travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The maximum is usually no more than 16, but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details.
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$2,699.25
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Overview
Jump on our Lando (overland adventure vehicle) for an unforgettable 20-day safari and wilderness adventures through southeastern Africa. Experience Zanzibar's spice plantations, snap photos of the ever-elusive "big five" and feel the thundering power of Victoria Falls right below your feet. Do it all from the comfort of our Lando and with the company of new friends.
Visited During Tour
Arusha (Tanzania) | Bagamoyo (Tanzania) | Baobab Valley (Tanzania) | Chipata (Zambia) | Chitimba (Malawi) | Dar es Salaam (Tanzania) | Iringa (Tanzania) | Jambiani (Tanzania) | Kande Beach (Malawi) | Lusaka (Zambia) | Mfuwe (Zambia) | Nairobi (Kenya) | Ngorongoro Conservation Area (Tanzania) | Serengeti National Park (Tanzania) | Stone Town (Tanzania) | Victoria Falls (Zambia & Zimbabwe)
Dates, Offers & Prices
Tour Itinerary
Accommodations
More Details
Dates, Offers & Prices
The following are Zimbabwe To Kenya Overland Safari & Participation Camping tour dates available from G Adventures. Select a bonus offer graphic to view its details, including its terms.
There is at least one departure that the vendor is advising is Not Available for the selected year. Click here if you would like such tours to be included below.
Tour Itinerary
G Adventures Tour Code DZVN-11510
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1Victoria Falls
Arrive at any time.Tonight after a brief welcome meeting at the hotel, choose to experience Victoria Falls with the group and attend an optional group dinner at a local spot.
Victoria Falls is great base to kick-off this African adventure, to see both some natural wonders, and take part in some exciting optional activities. Get up close (and wet from the spray) while awing at the immense Victoria Falls, raft the whitewater of the mighty Zambezi, and, for the more adventurous, bungee jump with the Victoria Falls in view.
Your accommodation is in Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) and NOT Livingstone (Zambia). Please make sure you have the necessary visa. Victoria Falls is frequently used as a base for travellers wishing to participate in the many activities and excursions available in the area. Please contact your booking agent if you would like to book pre-tour accommodation.Please note, the Full Day Excursion to Chobe National Park begins at 7am and a booking a pre-night is required.
Exclusive Inclusions:
Meet Your CEO and Group
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Accommodations: Explorers Village Camping7Optional Activities for Day 1
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2Victoria Falls/Lusaka
Rise early and get on the road around 6am to cross the border from Zimbabwe into Zambia. Towards the end of the day, the group will arrive at a private farm about 29km (18 mi) outside of Zambia's capital and enjoy free time to relax and marvel at the wildlife on the property.
This is an overnight stop in between two long driving days, so we will not have time to explore Lusaka.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Exclusive Inclusions:
Lando
Climb aboard our custom built ride .... overlanding G-style!
Border Crossing (Zimbabwe - Zambia)
Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.
Accommodations: Eureka Camping Park -
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3Lusaka/South Luangwa
While today's travel day might be long, there will be plenty of time to socialize on the Lando as the group is driven across the Zambian countryside to the campsite along the banks of the Luangwa River. There will be free time to enjoy your surroundings upon arrival.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Exclusive Inclusions:
Lando
Climb aboard our custom built ride .... overlanding G-style!
Accommodations: Wildlife Camp -
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4South Luangwa
Spend a free day doing as you please in South Luangwa National Park. Choose a walking safari (it's seasonal), a night drive, or visit a nearby local village.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Exclusive Inclusions:
Free Time
Do as much or as little as you'd like during a free day.
Accommodations: Wildlife Camp2Optional Activities for Day 4
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5South Luangwa/Chipata
Rise early and choose to head out on an optional morning safari drive. Bring your camera to try and photograph some of the resident wildlife. Stop for lunch and for a visit to the Tribal Textiles Market & Courtyard, a G Adventures-supported craft workshop. Afterwards, continue travelling in the Lando to Chipata.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Exclusive Inclusions:
Lando
Climb aboard our custom built ride .... overlanding G-style!
Tribal Textiles Market & Courtyard Cafe
Take a lunch stop at Tribal Textiles, a community workshop and business that employs and empowers over 100 locals from the area. Most of the unique textiles made at this workshop give back in some way either to education in the community or to various organizations working to conserve the wildlife of South Luangwa National Park. Regular employment at this socially conscious business also keeps poaching of wildlife at bay. After a quick tour to learn about these efforts, you'll sit down for lunch at The Courtyard Cafe, run by local chef, Dorica, and her team.
Accommodations: Barefoot Lodge & Safaris2Optional Activities for Day 5
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6Chipata/Kande Beach
Cross the border into Malawi today and travel to Lake Malawi affectionately known as, "Lake of Stars". Spend four nights relaxing on the shores and during the day take beach walks, leisurely swims, and snorkel in this beautiful paradise.
Please note that conservative dress is recommended. Shoulders and knees should be covered in public, but inside of camp boundaries, it is ok to wear beach clothes.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Exclusive Inclusions:
Border Crossing (Zambia - Malawi)
Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.
Lando
Climb aboard our custom built ride .... overlanding G-style!
Accommodations: Kande Beach Resort -
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7Kande Beach
Take advantage of a free day to explore Lake Malawi. In the evening the group will take part in a traditional dinner at a local home before camping under the stars.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Exclusive Inclusions:
Free Time
Kick back and relax on Lake Malawi after a few long travel days.
Kande Beach Local Dinner
After a day on the beach of Lake Malawi, take a short walk into the Kande Beach village for traditional dinner in a local home.
Accommodations: Kande Beach Resort2Optional Activities for Day 7
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8Kande Beach/Chitimba
Soak in another free day along Lake Malawi. From oceans and mountains to lakes and vast skies, you're seeing some of the best scenery in Africa. Travel north to Chitimba Beach and try to spot Tanzania from across the lake. Free time activities here include getting out on the lake or hiking along the shores in the picturesque landscape.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Exclusive Inclusions:
Free Time
Settle in and enjoy a free afternoon at northern Lake Malawi.
Lando
Climb aboard our custom built ride .... overlanding G-style!
Accommodations: Chitimba Camp -
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9Chitimba/Iringa
Today the group will head into Tanzania en route to Iringa. Gaze out the window as the Lando climbs out of the Great Rift Valley through some spectacular mountain passes, viewing tea plantations and highlands as you go.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Exclusive Inclusions:
Lando
Climb aboard our custom built ride .... overlanding G-style!
Border Crossing (Malawi - Tanzania)
Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.
Accommodations: The Old Farm House - Kisolanza -
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10Iringa/Baobab Valley
Continue northeast in the Lando to the group campsite in the Baobab Valley along the banks of the Ruaha River.Set up camp and look to the skies as the light begins to fade and enjoy a spectacular sunset in the lush, fertile lands of Tanzania. Then search the sky for shooting stars and make some wishes before drifting off to sleep.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Exclusive Inclusions:
Lando
Climb aboard our custom built ride .... overlanding G-style!
Free Time
Enjoy free time at your campsite in the Baobab Valley.
Accommodations: Tan-Swiss Lodge Campsite -
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11Baobab Valley/Dar es Salaam
Wake in Baobab Valley before driving to Dar es Salaam. Watch as the Tanzanian countryside passes by and the blue waters of the Indian Ocean make their debut. The group will spend the night here before embarking for the island beaches of Zanzibar.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Exclusive Inclusions:
Lando
Climb aboard our custom built ride .... overlanding G-style!
Accommodations: Kipepeo Beach Camp Village -
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12Dar es Salaam/Zanzibar Beach Resort
Catch a ferry and travel to the island beaches of Zanzibar.
Zanzibar is a Muslim society. Immodestly dressed women or men in shorts will get harassed and cause great offence in Stone Town. At the beach, customs are a little more relaxed, but our travellers are encouraged to be respectful of the island's culture and still cover up when walking around. Never try to take a photograph without asking permission.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Ferry
Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.
Lando
Climb aboard our custom built ride .... overlanding G-style!
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Accommodations: S&S Hotel Jambiani -
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13Zanzibar Beach Resort
Spend a full free day in Zanzibar's alluring tropical setting. Choose from an array of optional activities in the area like snorkelling, sailing, or beach lounging.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Free Time
Do as much or as little as you'd like on this island slice of paradise.
Accommodations: S&S Hotel Jambiani4Optional Activities for Day 13
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14Stone Town
Travel back to Stone Town from the beach property on the other side of the island and set out on a guided tour of a local spice plantation before seeing the heart of Zanzibar for yourself.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Exclusive Inclusions:
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Spice Plantation Tour
No visit to Zanzibar would be complete without a visit to the spice plantations. Your senses will be aroused as you will receive a detailed description on the assortment of spices (black pepper, cardamom, cinnamon, nutmeg, breadfruit, jackfruit, vanilla, lemon grass) and their various uses. It was the spice plantations that brought the beginnings of Zanzibar's infamous slave trade that dates back to the 1840's.
Free Time
Spend a final afternoon wandering the streets of Stone Town.
Accommodations: Spice Palace Hotel1Optional Activities for Day 14
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15Stone Town/Bagamoyo
Take the ferry from Stone Town back to the mainland and drive north in the Lando to the coastal town of Bagamoyo. During a free evening walk the unpaved streets and get to know this recently named World Heritage Site.
If you have booked the Zanzibar Express, you will stay in Stone Town when the group heads for the ferry. You have a free day in Stone Town for shopping, relaxing or seeing the sights. (Ask your CEO if you want to book any tours) Tomorrow you fly to Arusha to meet the group. Included: transfers, flight, one night Stone Town (Spice Palace, or similar). Only breakfast included.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Exclusive Inclusions:
Ferry
Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.
Lando
Climb aboard our custom built ride .... overlanding G-style!
Accommodations: Firefly Bagamoyo Campsite1Optional Activities for Day 15
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16Bagamoyo/Arusha
Jump on the road in the Lando and cross varied landscapes all the way to Arusha. Keep an eye out for views of Mt Kilimanjaro on the way.
Arusha sits at the foot of rugged Mt Meru, Africa's fifth highest mountain.
Use the afternoon to prepare a small day-pack for the three-day excursion to the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. Take something warm for the night on the crater rim and enough insect repellant, sunscreen, and water. Bedding is provided, but you can take your sleeping bag along to make sure you're warm enough at night.Zanzibar Express; transfer this morning from your Stone Town hotel to the airport for the flight to Arusha. Arrive in Arusha and transfer to the camp to meet back up with the group. Only breakfast and dinner included.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Exclusive Inclusions:
Lando
Climb aboard our custom built ride .... overlanding G-style!
Accommodations: Meserani Snake Park -
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17Arusha/Serengeti National Park
Today begins your 3-day and 2-night excursion into Serengeti National Park and the wildlife-dense Ngorongoro Crater.
Changing to specialized 4x4 7-seater safari vehicles, we are met by experienced safari driver/guides, who will ensure us wonderful wildlife encounters. Our safari vehicles each have sliding windows and a large pop-up roof, perfect for wildlife viewing. They are smaller than the Lando and will allow us to maneuver easily through the wildlife areas. As the vehicles are smaller than the Lando, our group will split up among several vehicles.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Exclusive Inclusions:
7-Seat 4x4 Safari Vehicle
Get a better view and take better snapshots aboard this off-road ride with a pop-up top.
Serengeti National Park Safari
This is the reason you came to Africa. Charge your camera, grab your binoculars, and set out on safari. Your eagle-eyed driver will keep an eye out for wildlife - buffaloes, elephants, lions, wildebeests, zebras, and more. Tanzania's Serengeti tends to be less crowded than some of Kenya's reserves, so enjoy the scenery, the vast expanse of the grasslands, the play of light and shadow, and the up-close look at wild Africa.
Accommodations: Seronera Campsite -
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18Serengeti National Park/Ngorongoro
Enjoy a morning safari in the Serengeti and watch the wildlife come to life. Break down camp before travelling to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, famous for Africa's best wildlife viewing. Set up camp near the crater rim and enjoy your surroundings for the remainder of the day.
Please note: if you have pre-booked the Serengeti Balloon Safari, today's likely the day for this activity! Your CEO will give you final confirmation when it will take place, as it is subject to change. You will miss the included morning wildlife safari drive with the group, but you will have a much better view from above! If you have not yet pre-booked, add it to your checkout page, or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance.Due to the high-altitude location of our camp, temperatures can drop at night. We recommend bringing extra layers to wear during the evening and following morning.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Exclusive Inclusions:
Serengeti National Park Safari
This is the reason you came to Africa. Charge your camera, grab your binoculars, and set out on safari. Your eagle-eyed driver will keep an eye out for wildlife - buffaloes, elephants, lions, wildebeests, zebras, and more. Tanzania's Serengeti tends to be less crowded than some of Kenya's reserves, so enjoy the scenery, the vast expanse of the grasslands, the play of light and shadow, and the up-close look at wild Africa.
7-Seat 4x4 Safari Vehicle
Get a better view and take better snapshots aboard this off-road ride with a pop-up top.
Accommodations: Simba Campsite1Optional Activities for Day 18
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19Ngorongoro/Arusha
Venture down to the crater floor for a final wildlife experience in the area. In the late morning the group will travel back to Arusha and enjoy a free evening.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Exclusive Inclusions:
7-Seat 4x4 Safari Vehicle
Get a better view and take better snapshots aboard this off-road ride with a pop-up top.
Ngorongoro Crater Wildlife Safari Drive
Set the alarm and prepare for an early start to see the wonders of the Ngorongoro Crater. Here you'll see Maasai herdsmen in the morning mist. Your driver/guide will take you down into the crater and to all the best spots to view wildlife. Spot zebra, gazelles, buffaloes, and warthogs. The swamp and forest are home to hippos, rhinos, elephants, baboons, and monkeys. Keep your eyes peeled and camera ready to capture a pride of lions or a lone leopard walking along the crater floor.
Accommodations: Meserani Snake Park -
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20Arusha/Nairobi
Leave Arusha in the morning and travel in the Lando to Nairobi; Kenya's capital city. The tour will end upon arrival. Please book ongoing travel from Nairobi in the evening. Not ready to go home just yet? That's ok, stay for a few extra days to explore more of Kenya and beyond.
There is no included accommodation for this night in Nairobi. You may choose to pre-reserve post-tour accommodation through G Adventures.Please do not book onward travel before 9pm.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Exclusive Inclusions:
Border Crossing (Tanzania - Kenya)
Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.
Departure Day
Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with any onward travel arrangements you require.
Lando
Climb aboard our custom built ride .... overlanding G-style!
Accommodations
Select a destination below to to view the hotel(s) included by G Adventures in their Zimbabwe To Kenya Overland Safari & Participation Camping tour:
Arusha
Meserani Snake Park
Location
PO Box 13669
Arusha, Tanzania
Other Details
- Laundry, Restaurant, Conference Room, Parking
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Chitimba
Chitimba Camp
Location
P.O. Box 63 Chitimba, Rumphi District
Chitimba, Malawi
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Dar es Salaam
Firefly Bagamoyo Campsite
Location
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Kipepeo Beach Camp Village
Location
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Iringa
The Old Farm House - Kisolanza
Location
The Old Farm House
Iringa, Tanzania
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Jambiani
S&S Hotel Jambiani
Location
Jambiani Beach, Kibigija
Jambiani, Tanzania
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Kande Beach
Kande Beach Resort
Location
Lake Shore
Kande Beach, Malawi
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Lilongwe
Barefoot Lodge & Safaris
Location
Mchinji Rd off M12, Lilongwe
Lilongwe, Malawi
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Lusaka
Eureka Camping Park
Location
Kafue Road, 10 km south of Lusaka City Center
Lusaka, Zambia
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Malama
Wildlife Camp
Location
P O BOX 53
Malama, Zambia
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Mikumi
Tan-Swiss Lodge Campsite
Location
Mikumi, Tanzania
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Serengeti National Park
Seronera Campsite
Location
Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Simba Camp
Simba Campsite
Location
Simba Camp, Tanzania
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Stone Town
Spice Palace Hotel
Location
Soko Muhogo St
Urban West
Stone Town, Tanzania-255
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Victoria Falls
Explorers Village Camping
Location
Adam Stander Dr
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Other Details
- Outdoor Pool, Parking
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
More Details
G Adventures is informing us of the following additional details regarding their Zimbabwe To Kenya Overland Safari & Participation Camping tour:
Group Size
Max 22, avg 18.
What's Included
Your G for Good Moment: Tribal Textiles Market & Courtyard Cafe, MfuweYour Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and GroupYour Local Living Moment: Kande Beach Local Dinner, Kande Beach. Zanzibar excursion. Spice Plantation tour. Entrance and wildlife safari drives in Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
Highlights
Track the "big five" across the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater in agile safari vehicles, Chill out at Lake Malawi, Explore Victoria Falls and Zanzibar
Message from G Adventures About Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. When travelling on a group trip, you will not be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance has been sighted by your leader, who will take note of your insurance details. When selecting a travel insurance policy we require that at a minimum you are covered for medical expenses including emergency evacuation and repatriation. A minimum coverage of USD200,000 is required. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. Some tours include adventure activities that require extra coverage (e.g. crampon use); please review your itinerary and make sure that you are covered for all included activities. If you have credit card insurance we require proof of purchase of the trip (a receipt of credit card statement) with a credit card in your name. Contact your bank for details of their participating insurer, the level of coverage and emergency contact telephone number.
Optional Activities
G Adventures is offering the following optional activities at an additional cost, subject to availability:
Victoria Falls- Full Day Excursion to Chobe National Park- Victoria Falls Helicopter Ride - 25min (284USD per person)- Victoria Falls Helicopter Ride - 15 Mins- Victoria Falls Whitewater Rafting (120USD per person)- Canoeing the Zambezi (160USD per person)Livingstone- Microlight Flight over Victoria Falls (360USD per person)- Zambezi Bungee Jump (168USD per person)Mfuwe- South Luangwa Wildlife Safari Drive (50USD per person)- South Luangwa Walking Safari (65USD per person)Kande Beach- Village Walk (20USD per person)- Snorkelling (25USD per person)Kendwa- Safari Blue - Sailing Day Trip (60-100USD per person)Jambiani- Swahili Cultural Tour (70-200USD per person)- Snorkelling (40USD per person)Nungwi- Scuba Diving (130USD per person)Stone Town- Stone Town Walking Tour (15USD per person)- Zanzibar Express NorthboundSerengeti National Park- Serengeti Balloon Safari
What transportation will we take on this trip?
This trip is done a combination of vehicles - a larger 24 seat overland vehicle named the Lando for most of the trip, and in private 6-7 seat safari vehicles for the safari section in Tanzania. Both styles of vehicles have their advantages - the Lando allows the entire group, including your CEO, to travel together, and sits higher, great for wildlife viewing and to enjoy the scenic landscape.The smaller safari vehicles will be used when the group is in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. With sliding windows and a large pop-up roofs, an open 360-degree view of area, great for wildlife viewing. If there is a large group, 2-3 vehicles will be used, and the group will be split up. This style of travel is by no means luxurious, but the seats are comfortable and having our own private vehicles allow us the flexibility of making stops when needed, and to stay and watch that crouching lion prepare for an attack.Here’s a quick look at the unique features of the well-equipped G Adventures overland adventure vehicle (OAV): - Storage for your main luggage is accessible from inside the vehicle- Day packs can be stored at your feet or on the luggage shelf above- Onboard safety box for valuables - Front viewing windows and large sliding windows, both great for wildlife viewing- Reclining seats - Fully equipped mobile kitchen- Access to a 250L tank of drinking water- Air-conditioning- Charging station, when available in camp (South African plug - 220-240V)- USB charging ports for every traveller at their seatPlease note that our Landos do not have on-board bathrooms.This is not a physically demanding journey; however, travelling can be difficult, with long drives and poor road conditions at times. Please take note of the travel times and distances in the above itinerary, and consider that this is often on poor quality, bumpy roads. Despite this, most clients feel that the diversity of the African landscape, culture and wildlife are all well worth the experience.
Accommodation Summary
Participation camping (14 nts), full-service camping (2 nts), simple hotel (3 nts twin-share).
Meals Included
19 breakfasts, 16 lunches, 15 dinners
What are the meals like on this trip?
As mentioned above, most of the meals on this tour are included in the tour price. When a meal is not included, this is because there are often many options available - we would like to give you the opportunity to explore a bit and test the local cuisine yourself. In these cases, your CEO will be able to suggest some good local restaurants or options for you to choose from. All included meals will be prepared from fresh local produce. The majority of the shopping for foodstuffs will be done before the trip departs, and fresh goods, such as meats, fruits, vegetables, and dairy products, will be bought en route during the trip from supermarkets, local shops and markets. Breakfasts will generally consist of breads and cereals, if time allows a warm breakfast may be prepared. Many lunches will be provided en-route and will be light meals such as sandwiches and/or salads. All evening meals will be freshly-prepared hot meals, and will consist of a variety of continental and local dishes. Our cook will organize the meal preparation and lead the way here, but will prepare a duty schedule for ensuring a fair, rotating participation from you and your group members in the meal preparation and dish washing duties. Vegetarian meals and other dietary requirements need to be specified prior to arrival. Please note all bottled drinking water will be at your own expense.
Group Leader
2 CEOs (Chief Experience Officers) throughout as head guide/cook and driver, certified safari guides/drivers, local guide.
What is the group leader like?
On this tour, you will be accompanied by two Chief Experience Officers (CEOs). The Chief Experience Officers (CEOs) will be the group manager and leader, cook and driver. They will provide information on the places where we are travelling, offer suggestions for things to do and see, and introduce you to our local friends. They will take care of the small things so you can concentrate on enjoying your adventure.All of our CEOs in southern and East Africa are experienced group leaders, with a broad knowledge base of the region’s history, cultures, and wildlife. Your leader will be from either southern or East Africa depending on which part of the tour you are on. All of our overland adventure vehicle (OAV) drivers are experienced in the routes travelled, and highly skilled in dealing with different terrains. All of our cooks will organize and lead the meal preparation, and have experience in cooking a variety of local and international dishes for large groups. In the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater to round out the team, along with your CEO, you will be accompanied by a local safari crew consisting of an expert driver/guide and camp cook. Your driver/guide is skilled and experienced driver and a certified safari guide, and is an integral part of the team. As well, your cook will prepare the camp meals to add some further local flavour to the trip. We also use local guides for some included activities where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting.
International Flights
No, international flights are generally not included in the price of your tour. However, on some combo tours travelling between two different countries, international flights are included as part of the itinerary and price of the tour. Please speak to your GCO or booking agent for further details. In addition, check-in times and baggage allowances/restrictions vary by airline and can change at any time. For the most up-to-date information for your flight, please contact your airline. We recommend checking in online in advance to avoid potential delays at the airport.
Transportation
Lando (overland adventure vehicle), 4x4 safari vehicle, walking, ferry, minibus.
Minimum Age
You must be 18 to travel unaccompanied on a G Adventures tour. For minors travelling with a guardian over 21 years old, the minimum age is 12.
Notes
Want less travel time and more Zanzibar? Consider booking our ‘Zanzibar Express’ upgrade which includes a flight and an extra night in Stone Town.Please note this is a camping level trip which means you will be camping most nights with some basic hotel/hostel stays to start and end the tour. Campsite facilities in Africa are generally good, but can be basic in certain places. Despite the challenge that a few days “roughing it” may pose to some, the experience of being that close to nature, camping under the African stars, and seeing incredible wildlife at your tent door-step is not just gratifying, but ultimately an experience of a lifetime.
Checklist
Additional Items:o Sleeping bag (required)Cold Weather:o Long-sleeved shirts or sweatero Scarfo Warm gloveso Warm hato Warm layerso Warm waterproof jacketDocuments:o Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)o Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)o Passport (required) (With photocopies)o Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)o Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)Essentials:o Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)o Binoculars (optional)o Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)o Cash, credit and debit cardso Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)o Ear plugso First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)o Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)o Fleece top/sweatero Footwearo Hato Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)o Locks for bagso Long pants/jeanso Moneybelto Outlet adaptero Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)o Reusable water bottleo Shirts/t-shirtso Sleepwearo Small travel towelo Sunglasseso Swimwearo Watch and alarm clocko Waterproof backpack covero Windproof rain jacketHealth & Safety:o Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)o Hand sanitizero Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)Warm Weather:o Sandals/flip-flopso Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)o Sturdy water shoes/sandalso Sun hat/bandanao SwimwearNote: Seasons in Southern Africa are quite extreme. Winters can be really cold and summers will be really hot. If you travel during winter months (May to October) please ensure that you bring warm clothing and a suitable sleeping bag.
Packing Note
Seasons in Southern Africa are quite extreme. Winters can be really cold and summers will be really hot. If you travel during winter months (May to October) please ensure that you bring warm clothing and a suitable sleeping bag.
When can I do my laundry on this trip?
Laundry can be done at most campsites by the local women. The price can be different from area to area. It might be better to bring some eco-friendly soap with you on tour, as well as some clothes pegs, and do your own washing.
Service Level
Camping: Camping most nights with some hotel/hostel stays to start and throughout; affordable public and private transport.
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