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Cairo to Cape Town Itinerary

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Days 1-2 Cairo

Explore the iconic Sphinx and Pyramids of Giza and the sprawling Saqqara cemetery with a local guide. There's also time to see precious, ancient treasures housed in the Egyptian Museum.
ACCOM: Hotel - 2

Days 3-4 Bahariya Oasis/White Desert

Set of from Cairo and into the Western Desert. Travel in the footsteps of thousands of years of travellers and see why so many people are touched by this part of the world. We explore Ptolemaic tombs, hot springs, palm groves and the remote Crystal Mountain. Camp under the stars at the Bahariya Oasis and in the White Desert.
ACCOM: Bush camp (no facilities) - 2

Day 5 Dakhla Oasis

Journey to the rose-hued rocks, antiquities and greenery of the Dakhla Oasis. There is the opportunity to take an overnight camel trek into the desert to camp near hot springs.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 6-7 El Kharga Oasis

The outstanding Temple of Hebes is not the only beauty of this area. Palm tree lined streets, unspoilt springs and numerous antiquities are spoils of the area. Sleep under a million stars in this special part of Egypt.
ACCOM: Bush camp (no facilities) - 2

Days 8-10 Luxor

The ancient Egyptian capital of Luxor houses spectacular temples and tombs. Ride a donkey to the remarkable Valley of the Kings and visit the Temples of Karnak with an Egyptologist.
ACCOM: Hotel - 3

Days 11-14 Aswan

Arrive in Aswan and unwind with a stroll along the Nile River or take a relaxing felucca cruise, followed by a sunset cocktail. See a giant, unfinished obelisk, haggle for souvenirs and treasures in the souq or take a trip to see the two magnificent temples of Abu Simbel.
ACCOM: Hotel - 4

Days 15-16 Wadi Halfa

Embark on an epic ferry adventure across Lake Nasser, an enormous man-made lake. Glimpse spectacular scenery en route to the port of Wadi Halfa at Sudan's northern tip.
ACCOM: Hotel - 1, Overnight ferry - 1

Days 17-22 Nubian Desert

Travel into Sudan and follow a camel route through the rugged terrain of the Nubian Desert, passing oases, small Nile hamlets and ancient relics of past civilisations. In the evening, share a simple meal around the campfire and sleep under the stars as nomadic locals pass by.
ACCOM: Bush camp (no facilities) - 6

Days 23-24 Meroe

ACCOM: Bush camp (no facilities) - 2

Days 25-26 Khartoum

Brush up on some Arabic language skills with the friendly residents of Khartoum city, Sudan's busy capital. Relax in a chai house and recount memories of this remarkable North African tour.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 27 Gedaref

ACCOM: Bush camp (no facilities) - 1

Days 28-30 Gonder

ACCOM: Hotel - 3

Day 31 Debark

Hike through rugged terrain passing eroded volcanic cores, raging rivers and jagged peaks of the Simien Mountains.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 32-34 Simien Mountains National Park

Trek through the dramatic scenery of the Simien National Park, one of Africa's major mountain ranges.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 3

Day 35 Enda Selassie

Explore the ancient city of Aksum, peppered with obelisks and crumbling palaces.
ACCOM: Hotel - 1

Days 36-37 Aksum

Aksum is one of Ethiopia's oldest cities and home to ruins that are thought to be a palace of the Queen of Sheeba.
ACCOM: Hotel - 2

Day 38 Mekele

Wander through Mekele's cliff-face churches of Tigray.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Day 39 Woldiya

Travel to the hillside market town of Woldiya.
ACCOM: Bush camp (no facilities) - 1

Days 40-42 Lalibela

Peer into Lalibela's astounding rock-hewn churches.
ACCOM: Hotel - 3

Days 43-45 Bahir Dar

Walk around the spectacular Blue Nile Falls, then board a reed boat bound for the lake's isolated monasteries.
ACCOM: Hotel - 3

Day 46 Dejen

Spend the night in Dejen.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 47-49 Addis Ababa

Stop by the bustling capital of Ethiopia, Addis Ababa.
ACCOM: Hotel - 3

Day 50 Lake Abiyata

Admire Ethiopia's flocks of flamingos, relax in hot springs and camp overnight in stunning scenery.
ACCOM: Bush camp (no facilities) - 1

Days 51-53 Bale Mountains National Park

Head out on wildlife-spotting expeditions in the Bale Mountains.
ACCOM: Hotel - 2, Lodge - 1

Day 54 Wendo Genet

Learn about the Rasta lifestyle and philosophy at a Rastafarian community school and museum.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Day 54 Awassa

Visit the inspiring Awassa Childrens Project in the lakeside town of Awassa. Camp at Wendo Genet and test out their famed hot springs.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 56-57 Arba Minch

Use free time to cycle around Ethiopia's scenic landscapes, embark on a boat trip or visit a crocodile farm.
ACCOM: Hotel - 2

Days 58-60 Omo Valley

Visit the remote villages and markets of the Omo Valley and learn about the customs of local tribes.
ACCOM: Bush camp (no facilities) - 1, Camping (with facilities) - 2

Days 61-62 Konso

Journey to Konso and perhaps take a tour of some traditional houses.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 63 Moyale

Travel through a surreal black lunar landscape into northern Kenya.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Day 64 Marsabit

Travel through dramatic landscapes and pass impressive termite mounds on the way to Marsabit. Spend time at the lovely Lake Paradise, which is a perfect place to spot animals such as elephants and buffaloes.
ACCOM: Camp site - 1

Days 65-66 Samburu National Reserve

Witness Samburu dancing and learn about tribal life from the locals. Try to spot the Big Five in Kenya's Samburu reserve.
ACCOM: Camping (with basic facilities) - 2

Days 67-68 Naro Moru

Spend the night in a lodge on the slopes of Mt Kenya.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Days 69-70 Lake Nakuru

Spy iconic animals feeding around Nakuru lake.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 71 Lake Naivasha

See hippos wallowing on the shores of Lake Naivasha.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 72-75 Nairobi

The journey ends in the busy streets of Kenya's capital Nairobi.
ACCOM: Hotel - 1

Day 76 Mto Wa Mbu

Travel to Arusha, a pleasant town from which many safaris in Tanzania begin. Camp in a Tanzanian village and spend the next morning exploring the village in free time.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 77-78 Ngorongoro Crater/Serengeti National Park

Descend to the floor of Ngorongoro Crater to spot rhinos, elephants and zebras, before heading out across the Serengeti plains to enjoy camping and game drives.
ACCOM: Camping (with basic facilities) - 2

Day 79 Mto Wa Mbu

Farewell the magnificent Serengeti and travel back to Mto Wa Mbu village. Walk around the farming areas on a guided tour, visit a local school and peruse colourful crafts at a local market.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Day 80 Marangu

Camp amid tropical gardens on the slopes of mighty Mt Kilimanjaro.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Day 81 Dar es Salaam

Pitch tents on a beach just outside the coastal city of Dar es Salaam.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 82-84 Zanzibar

Be enchanted by exotic spice plantations, ornate architecture and beachside sunsets in Zanzibar. Stone Town offers a unique mixture of shops, bazaars, mosques, markets and palaces - enjoy walking the twisting alleyways which reveal hidden treasures and sensory pleasures. Be sure to sample a spicy seafood curry.
ACCOM: Bungalow - 2, Hotel - 1

Day 85 Dar es Salaam

Return to the mainland by ferry and stay at a beachside camp near Dar es Salaam.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 86-87 Iringa/Chitimba

Travel through the Mikumi National Park where giraffes are often seen munching on acacia foliage and spend a night in the highland town of Iringa. Cross the border in Malawi and set up camp in Chitimba.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Days 88-89 Lake Malawi

Travel south to vast Lake Malawi, which covers roughly a fifth of the country. Relax on the beach and meet friendly Malawians.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Days 90-91 Lilongwe/Nyamapanda

Soak up the cafe culture in Lilongwe city, the capital of Malawi, before enjoying a change of pace in a tiny Zimbabwean village.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 92 Harare

Explore galleries, museums and gardens in Harare.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Day 93 Masvingo

Visit the Great Zimbabwe Ruins and discover some of the most significant ancient ruins in Africa.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 94-95 Bulawayo

Peruse the many markets in the city of Bulawayo before venturing out into Matobo National Park in search of rare rhinos.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 96 Hwange National Park

Hwange National Park has been transformed from royal hunting grounds into a sanctuary for some of Africa's most precious animals. Keep watch for elephants on a game drive through the park.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 97-99 Victoria Falls

Witness the tremendous power of Victoria Falls as torrents of water cascade into the canyon below. As this tour of Africa draws to an end, share a final dinner with new friends.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 3

Days 100-101 Chobe National Park

Enjoy exciting game drives in Botswana's Chobe National Park and cruise along the Chobe River.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 102 Bagani Community Camp

Travel into Namibia. Perhaps relax with a boat trip.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 103-104 Okavango Delta

Discover the watery wildlife haven of the Okavango Delta by mokoro, a dugout canoe poled along by a local guide. Camp on a remote island and fall asleep to the nocturnal music of the delta.
ACCOM: Camping (with basic facilities) - 2

Days 105-106 Bagani Community Camp/Rundu

The African adventure leads back to Bagani before travelling to Rundu.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 107 Grootfontein/San Bushmen

Meet the San Bushmen of the Kalahari and observe their age-old traditions.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 108-109 Etosha National Park

Roam Etosha Park's dry plains, perhaps encountering elephants, antelopes and big cats.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 110 Spitzkoppe

Watch the rock formations of Spitzkoppe change colour with the light.
ACCOM: Camping (with basic facilities) - 1

Days 111-113 Swakopmund

See the seal colonies of Cape Cross and perhaps try skydiving, quad-biking or sandboarding in Swakopmund.
ACCOM: Chalet - 3

Days 114-115 Sesriem/River Camp

Wake before dawn and scramble to the top of the dunes before exploring ancient rock formations in the Giant's Playground.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 116 Fish River Canyon

Relax by the Fish River Canyon - one of the largest canyons in the world.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 117-118 Orange River/Western Cape

Cross into South Africa and travel along the Orange River by canoe or simply laze by the scenic riverbanks.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 119 Cape Town

The Vic Falls to Cape Town trip ends among the cafes and vineyards of the stunning bayside city of Cape Town.

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