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Kenya to Zimbabwe Overland Safari & Participation Camping
20 days, Nairobi to Victoria Falls
Uncover the diverse wonders of five African countries on an epic 20-day whirlwind adventure. Smell the fragrant spruce plantations of Zanzibar, be on the lookout for the elusive “big five” across the vast Serengeti. From rural villages to the comfort of our Lando (overland adventure vehicle), and camping under the starry African sky, there’s no shortage of experiences to be had and memories to be made.
20 days
Nairobi to Victoria Falls
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style: Classic
All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.
Service Level: Camping
Camping most nights with some hotel/hostel stays to start and throughout; affordable public and private transport.
Physical Rating: 3 - Average
Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 22, avg 20.
Age requirement: 12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Itinerary 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.
Itinerary
Day 1Nairobi
Arrive at any time.
Tonight after a brief welcome meeting, choose to get to know your group members with an optional group dinner at the hotel restaurant.
Day 2Nairobi/Arusha
Climb aboard the Lando and travel across the semi-arid lands of the Maasai people to Arusha, Tanzania and take in the views of Mount Kilimanjaro in the distance.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 3Arusha/Serengeti National Park
Travel into the wild lands of the Serengeti on a safari drive. Ride past vast golden plains dotted with thorny acacia trees and animals galore. It’s here that the group will begin a 3-day, 2-night excursion into the park and Ngorongoro Crater.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 4Serengeti National Park/Ngorongoro
Enjoy a final morning safari in the Serengeti while the sun rises and the animals come to life in this grassy savannah. Break down camp and travel onwards to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, famous for wildlife viewing. Set up camp in the late afternoon at a site near the crater rim and spend the rest of the day soaking in your surroundings.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 5Ngorongoro/Arusha
Today the group will venture down to the crater floor for a final safari in Ngorongoro. Search for animals amid the grasslands, swamps, acacia forests, and Lake Makat. Exit the crater in the late morning to begin the journey back to Arusha, and enjoy the scenery as you cruise along in the Lando.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 6Arusha/Bagamoyo
Begin the drive early and take in the varied landscapes along the way to the Indian Ocean. Today’s final stop will be in the town of Bagamoyo, recently named a World Heritage Site, it was once a very important trading port on the central coast of East Africa in the late 19th century. Upon arrival, you will have free time to wander around the narrow, unpaved streets on your own.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 7Bagamoyo/Zanzibar Beach Resort
Start the morning in Bagamoyo and then drive to Dar es Salaam to catch the ferry to Zanzibar. Few places are as entrancing and exotic as this Tanzanian archipelago. The group will spend a few days relaxing on its sandy shores.
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BreakfastDay 8Zanzibar Beach Resort
Spend a full free day exploring the cultural crossroads of Zanzibar. Choices for optional activities in the area include, snorkelling, a sailing trip, or plenty of beach time to sit in the sun.
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BreakfastDay 9Stone Town
Travel back to Stone Town today from our beach resort on the other side of the island. Visit a spice plantation on the way and then spend time wandering the historic alleyways of the oldest part of Zanzibar.
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BreakfastDay 10Stone Town/Baobab Valley
Leave paradise behind and travel further inland and back towards the mountains. Catch the ferry to Dar es Salaam and climb into the Lando again. Finish the day at the group campsite in the Baobab Valley under a sky of stars.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 11Baobab Valley/Iringa
After packing up camp the group will spend the majority of the day on the road in the Lando travelling to Iringa. Upon arrival enjoy a visit to a crafts centre that supports the local community.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 12Iringa/Chitimba
Cross the border and pass from Tanzania into Malawi. Finish the journey at Lake Malawi in Chitimba with gorgeous views of the mountains from the lake’s beach and view Tanzania from just across the water.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 13Chitimba/Kande Beach
Head to the picture-perfect Kande Beach today where you will have free time to get out on the lake, or hike along its shores.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 14Kande Beach
Take advantage of another day to enjoy this idyllic lakeside location. Wander the shore on foot, choose to snorkel and see the resident underwater life. Or take a leisurely swim before an optional village walk to nearby Tonga Village. Sit down for a traditional dinner at a local home.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 15Kande Beach/Chipata
Cross the border into Zambia today and travel in the Lando to Chipata, the capital of the Eastern Province.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 16Chipata/South Luangwa
Hit the road to South Luangwa National Park for some wildlife viewing. Along the way the group will have lunch and visit the Tribal Textiles Market & Courtyard Café, a G Adventures—supported craft workshop. Then, there will be free time to choose an afternoon or night wildlife safari in the park.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 17South Luangwa
Spend a full free day in the wildlife haven of South Luangwa National Park. Choose between a walking safari, a night drive, or a local village visit.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 18South Luangwa/Lusaka
Spend the day travelling across rough and bumpy roads to a private farm 29km (18 mi) outside the capital of Zambia. Marvel at the wildlife that wanders the property and opt to grab a cold drink at the camp’s bar, or relax by the pool.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 19Lusaka/Victoria Falls
Cross another border today between Zambia and Zimbabwe; home of the thundering Victoria Falls. Upon arrival choose to get close to one of the largest waterfalls in the world on an optional visit.
Meals included:
Breakfast | LunchDay 20Victoria Falls
Depart at any time.
If you aren't ready to go home just yet talk with your CEO about extending your adventure and get to know more of Zimbabwe or beyond!
What's Included
- Your G for Good Moment: Tribal Textiles Market & Courtyard Cafe, Mfuwe
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Local Living Moment: Kande Beach Local Dinner, Kande Beach
- Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater entrances and wildlife safari drives
- Zanzibar excursion (3 days)
- Spice plantation entrance and guided tour
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Participation camping (13 nts), full-service camping (2 nts) simple hotels (4 nts multi-share with up to 3 people).
Meals
18 breakfasts, 15 lunches, 14 dinners
Allow USD120-160 for meals not included.
Transportation
Lando (overland adventure vehicle), 4x4 safari vehicles, minibuses, ferry, walking.
Staff & experts
2 CEOs (Chief Experience Officers) throughout as head guide/cook and driver, certified safari guides/drivers, local guide.
Available extras (Add these to your tour when you book)
Full Day Excursion to Chobe National Park - From $211.00
Depart Victoria Falls in the morning for a full-day guided tour of Chobe National Park in Botswana - a wildlife-abundant region covering about 11,700km² of the Northern Kalahari. Begin your adventure with a cruise down the Chobe River, taking in the sweeping views and witnessing the wildlife grazing along the riverbank. Enjoy an included lunch on land before boarding 4x4 safari vehicles for an afternoon wildlife safari drive with an expert guide. Keep an eye out for lions, elephants, and buffalos. Transfer back to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, arriving in the early evening. Please note that this activity includes two border crossings between Zimbabwe and Botswana. The ordering of activities is susceptible to change. ** Please note that you need to get a double-entry visa or a Univisa when arriving in Zimbabwe to ensure you can return again without needing to pay an extra visa fee.
Serengeti Balloon Safari - From $599.00
Spirited aloft in a hot-air balloon, view the wildlife and terrain of the Serengeti that only the birds see. Enjoy a champagne breakfast and keep that shutter-finger good and limber—you’ll be using it plenty over the course of your hour in the air.
Zanzibar Express Southbound - From $485.00
Looking forward to your trip but not as much to the two-day road journey from Arusha to Zanzibar? Upgrade this part of your tour and fly instead! You’ll cut your travel time between the two cities to a fraction and enjoy an extra night in Zanzibar, where you can wait (nice and relaxed) for the rest of your group to join you. Includes all transfers, local flight, and one additional hotel night in Zanzibar.
My Own Room - From $379.00
If you're travelling solo and would prefer to have your own private room throughout your trip, select this option during the online booking process.
Departures
Make it a private tour
Book this tour as a private departure, with your own CEO and all the benefits of a G Adventures group tour.