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YOLO - You only live once

Popular with 18-30-somethings.

Yolo trips are built for those who want to take on the planet in a fun and affordable way with a small group of like-minded travellers. Skip the oversized tour bus and truly connect with your destination. Hit the highlights without giving up the freedom to mix it up according to your own tastes.

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Cape Town to Nairobi (DCN)

Africa South Africa, Tanzania, Botswana, Namibia, Kenya, Malawi, Zambia

Marvel at the world's highest sand dunes, float through the Okavango in a dug-out mokoro canoe and meet the San Bushmen in the blazing Kalahari Desert on this epic overland adventure. Journey across nearly half of the African continent—from the southern tip of Africa to Kenya—and soak up the vibrant colours, culture and scenery of seven countries. Our overland trucks are an adventurous and inexpensive way to enjoy the region’s intriguing combination of wilderness and bright city lights, while camping under Africa’s big sky will provide a unique perspective. Take the road less travelled and come away with jaw-dropping photographs and a deeper understanding of this incredible continent.

Highlights: Seeing the Big Five from 4x4 safari vehicles, experiencing cosmopolitan Cape Town, exploring spice plantations and the immense Fish River Canyon, cruising in dugout canoes, gazing at Victoria Falls and giant sand dunes.

40 days
From $4499 USD
Trip Style:
Yolo
Trip Type:
Small Group
Service Level:
Camping
Physical Grading:
3

East Africa Overland (DUEA)

Africa Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda

From the incomparable wildlife of Uganda to the source of the Nile and onto the sunny beaches of Zanzibar, journey overland across East Africa on this thrilling 3-week adventure. Track mountain gorillas through remote forest for a once-in-a-lifetime experience and pursue the elusive Big Five across open savannah on an unforgettable game drive. Our overland trucks are an adventurous and inexpensive way to see the highlights while wilderness camping will bring you closer to the region’s wildlife. Discover the diversity of wildlife, landscape and people on your journey through these fascinating countries.

Highlights: Tracking the Big Five in three different ecosystems, meeting mountain gorillas, tempting fate with adrenaline-inducing activities, viewing wildlife in our 4x4 safari vehicles in Tanzania, discovering Zanzibar's spice plantations and crystal-clear waters.

21 days
From $3649 USD
Trip Style:
Yolo
Trip Type:
Small Group
Service Level:
Camping
Physical Grading:
4

Joburg to Nairobi Overland (DAJB)

Africa South Africa, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Kenya, Botswana

Connecting two major hubs, this overland journey will take you from Johannesburg to Nairobi and into the stunning wilderness of the six countries that lie in between. Track Africa’s Big Five on game drives in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro and head to the Okavango Delta for game walks and mokoro canoe excursions. Inhale the mists of Victoria Falls and the fragrant air of spice plantations in Zanzibar. You'll make your discoveries by using a combination of a 16-person minibus and a rugged overland truck. Combine this with bush camping, a social atmosphere and a comprehensive itinerary and you have one hell of an adventure.

Highlights: Marvelling at Victoria Falls, tracking rhinos at the Khama Rhino Sanctuary, being overwhelmed with 4x4 game drives in Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater, immersing yourself in ancient cultures with traditional dancing, realizing that not all strolls are created equal on a game walk in the Okavango Delta, spending three glorious days on exotic Zanzibar.

27 days
From $3549 USD
Trip Style:
Yolo
Trip Type:
Small Group
Service Level:
Camping
Physical Grading:
3

Ultimate Africa (DAUA)

Africa South Africa, Tanzania, Botswana, Namibia, Uganda, Kenya, Malawi, Zambia

Spanning eight countries, this journey is full of diverse cultures, abundant wildlife, spectacular landscapes, stunning beaches and loads of adventure. Track the Big Five across open savannah, explore the Okavango Delta in a dug-out mokoro canoe, encounter gorillas deep in the Ugandan wilderness—do it all on this ultimate 54-day adventure and get a real feel for how large Africa really is. Travel aboard our rugged overland truck is well-paced and wilderness camping will bring you closer to the region’s wildlife. Encounter rare wildlife and real people on this unique and cost-effective journey through the stunning scenery of southern and East Africa.

Highlights: Experiencing game drives, witnessing giant sand dunes and Victoria Falls, photographing exotic wildlife, riding in 4x4 safari vehicles and dug-out canoes, inhaling the aromas of a spice plantation, meeting mountain gorillas.

54 days
From $6799 USD
Trip Style:
Yolo
Trip Type:
Small Group
Service Level:
Camping
Physical Grading:
4
40 days
From $4499 USD

Cape Town to Nairobi (DCN)

21 days
From $3649 USD

East Africa Overland (DUEA)

54 days
From $6799 USD

Ultimate Africa (DAUA)

Trip Length Style Service Level Starting Price
Cape Town to Nairobi (DCN) 40 days Yolo Camping
From $4499 USD
East Africa Overland (DUEA) 21 days Yolo Camping
From $3649 USD
Joburg to Nairobi Overland (DAJB) 27 days Yolo Camping
From $3549 USD
Ultimate Africa (DAUA) 54 days Yolo Camping
From $6799 USD