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Discover Africa on an adventure from Cairo to Cape Town.

If you've ever wanted to 'do Africa', this is the definitive trip. In 119 action-packed days, cross the continent's entire length from Cairo to Cape Town - an epic adventure from north to south. Travel through Egypt, Sudan, Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania, Zanzibar, Malawi, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa. You'll take in a dizzying array of natural wonders and cultural encounters, be humbled by the welcoming smiles of local villagers, wander vibrant modern cities and encounter iconic African animals in the wild. This overland trip provides the unique opportunity to experience the true essence of Africa from the ground level - a once-in-a-lifetime journey to remember. This challenging expedition demands a truly adventurous spirit, but is rewarding in return.

  • Explore Ethiopia's castles and palaces in Gondar
  • Relax with Rastafarians in Shashemene
  • Ride a ferry through stunning landscapes to Sudan
  • Sample the spicy delights of Zanzibar
  • Seek out elephant herds in Botswana
  • Soak up the cosmopolitan vibe of South Africa's Cape Town
  • Visit Egypt's famous pyramids in Cairo
  • Visit Ethiopia's atmospheric capital Addis Ababa

Cairo to Cape Town Summary

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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.

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.

Days 67-68 Naro Moru

Spend the night in a lodge on the slopes of Mt Kenya.

Days 69-70 Lake Nakuru

Spy iconic animals feeding around Nakuru lake.

Day 71 Lake Naivasha

See hippos wallowing on the shores of Lake Naivasha.

Days 72-75 Nairobi

The journey ends in the busy streets of Kenya's capital Nairobi.

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.

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.

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.

Day 80 Marangu

Camp amid tropical gardens on the slopes of mighty Mt Kilimanjaro.

Day 81 Dar es Salaam

Pitch tents on a beach just outside the coastal city of Dar es Salaam.

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.

Day 85 Dar es Salaam

Return to the mainland by ferry and stay at a beachside camp near Dar es Salaam.

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.

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.

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.

Day 92 Harare

Explore galleries, museums and gardens in Harare.

Day 93 Masvingo

Visit the Great Zimbabwe Ruins and discover some of the most significant ancient ruins in Africa.

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.

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.

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.

Days 100-101 Chobe National Park

Enjoy exciting game drives in Botswana's Chobe National Park and cruise along the Chobe River.

Day 102 Bagani Community Camp

Travel into Namibia. Perhaps relax with a boat trip.

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.

Days 105-106 Bagani Community Camp/Rundu

The African adventure leads back to Bagani before travelling to Rundu.

Day 107 Grootfontein/San Bushmen

Meet the San Bushmen of the Kalahari and observe their age-old traditions.

Days 108-109 Etosha National Park

Roam Etosha Park's dry plains, perhaps encountering elephants, antelopes and big cats.

Day 110 Spitzkoppe

Watch the rock formations of Spitzkoppe change colour with the light.

Days 111-113 Swakopmund

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

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.
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What's included in this trip

  • Start:

    Cairo, Egypt

  • Finish:

    Cape Town, South Africa

  • Group size:

    Min 4 , Max 22

  • Ages:

    Min 18

  • Meals:

    No meals included

  • Accommodation:

    Bungalow (2 nts), Bush camp (no facilities) (16 nts), Camp site (1 nt), Camping (with basic facilities) (7 nts), Camping (with facilities) (53 nts), Chalet (3 nts), Hotel (31 nts), Lodge (1 nt), Overnight ferry (1 nt)

  • Transport:

    Ferry, Overland vehicle

  • Included activities:

    1/2 Day Lake Tana reed boat trip, Awassa Children's Project, Blue Nile Gorge, Cape Cross seal colony, Chobe - Boat Cruise, Chobe - Dawn game drive, Elsamere Conservation Centre, Entrance Blue Nile Falls, Fish River Canyon, Game Drive, Lake Nakuru National Park, Game drives, Great Zimbabwe Ruins, Guided tour of Aksum, Guided tour of Gonder, Guided tour of Karnak Temple, Guided tour of rock churches, monastery & visit to local school at Lalibela, Guided tour of the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, Guided trip to Meroe Pyramids, Naqa Temple and Musawwarat Temples, Guided visit of Lake Abiyata, Guided visit to the Giza Pyramids, Guided visit to Valley of the Kings and other West Bank ruins, Hwange National Park, Kushite temples and pyramids at Jebel Barkal, Matopos National Park - Guided walking safari, Mto Wa Mbu - Village Walk & market Visit, Ngorongoro Crater - Game drive, Okavango Delta - Mokoro trips & bushwalks, Quiver Tree Forest walk, Samburu - Game Drive, San Bushman cultural experience, Serengeti - Game drive, Sesriem - Sand dunes visit, Simien Mountains trek (2 days), Tigray Rock-hewn Churches, Visit to Samburu tribal community and cultural project, Visit to Temple of Edfu, Visit to Temple of Sulb, Visit Victoria Falls, Visits to Crystal Mountain and Black Desert, Zanzibar Spice tour

  • Notes:

    This is a combination trip. Please see trip notes (Important notes) for more details.
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