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Serengeti to Victoria Falls Overland: Night Stars & Spices
20 days, Nairobi to Livingstone
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Inhale the fragrant perfume of Zanzibar’s spice plantations, hunt for the perfect snapshot of the iconic Big Five across the Serengeti, feel the thunder of Victoria Falls – uncover the spectacular highlights of four African countries on this stellar 20-day adventure. Enjoy an intriguing combination of stunning wilderness and rural villages from the comfort of our overland adventure vehicle (OAV) and camp under the big African sky for a unique perspective of this majestic land. With a unique itinerary that offers plenty of options, uncover all that this diverse region has to offer.
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Trip Code: DNV
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Travel Style: 18-to-Thirtysomethings
Fast, fresh, and fun adventures that never slow down, made for young, budget-minded travellers.
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: 18-39
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Africa Safari aboard the Lando
Introducing a new way to experience Africa. Get a closer look at the Lando, our purpose built OAV.
Learn moreItinerary 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.
Itinerary
Day 1Nairobi
Arrive at any time.
Day 2Nairobi/Arusha
Cross through the semi-arid lands of the Maasai people to Arusha.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 3Arusha/Serengeti National Park
Enjoy a wildlife safari drive en route to the camp site in the central Serengeti.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 4Serengeti National Park/Ngorongoro
Enjoy a wildlife safari drive in the Serengeti during the day, and finish the evening camping at the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 5Ngorongoro/Arusha
Venture down to the crater floor, and take in a final safari experience viewing the high concentration of wildlife bound by the crater walls.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 6Arusha/Dar es Salaam
Hit the road, and enjoy the varied landscapes on the way to the Indian Ocean coast.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 7Dar es Salaam/Nungwi
Hop on a ferry, travel north to Nungwi Beach, and bliss out beachside on Zanzibar's northern coast.
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BreakfastDay 8Nungwi
Opt to go diving, snorkelling, exploring or just sit back and relax.
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Your Discover MomentMeals included:
BreakfastDay 9Nungwi/Stone Town
Travel back to Stone Town for a final night on this enchanting island.
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BreakfastDay 10Stone Town/Baobab Valley
Ferry to Dar es Salaam then continue to Baobab Valley.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 11Baobab Valley/Iringa
Spend another day on the road, and journey south to Iringa. Visit a crafts centre that supports the local community.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 12Iringa/Chitimba
Cross into Malawi and travel to beautiful Lake Malawi.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 13Chitimba/Kande Beach
Travel to another beautiful beach area on Lake Malawi.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 14Kande Beach
Enjoy a traditional dinner in a local home, and opt to explore by foot, go snorkelling, or take a village tour.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 15Kande Beach/Chipata
Cross the border into Zambia.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 16Chipata/South Luangwa
Arrive late morning at camp. Opt to go on a wildlife safari drive in South Luangwa National Park, or visit a nearby local village.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 17South Luangwa
Enjoy a free day to explore South Luangwa NP, a wildlife haven. Opt to go on a walking safari (seasonal), night drive, or visit a nearby local village.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 18South Luangwa/Lusaka
Sit back and enjoy a day of driving, taking in the scenery.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 19Lusaka/Livingstone
Continue travelling across Zambia and finish at lovely Livingstone just outside of Victoria Falls.
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Breakfast | LunchDay 20Livingstone
Depart at any time.
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BreakfastReverse Itinerary
This trip also runs in reverse from Victoria Falls to Nairobi. See Victoria Falls & Serengeti Overland: Lakes & Landos
What's Included
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Discover Moment: Nungwi
- Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater entrances and wildlife safari drives
- 3-day Zanzibar excursion
- Spice plantation entrance and guided tour
- Local dinner experience (Lake Malawi)
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Participation camping (13 nts), full-service camping (2 nts), simple hotels (4 nts).
Meals
19 breakfasts, 15 lunches, 14 dinners
Allow USD130-170 for meals not included.
Transportation
Overland adventure vehicle (OAV), 4x4 safari vehicles, minibuses, ferry, walking.
Staff & experts
2 Chief Experience Officers (CEOs) throughout as head guide/cook and driver, certified safari guides/drivers, local guide.
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.