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Cape Town to Gonder Itinerary
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Day 1 Cape Town
Boasting vineyards, adventure activities, restaurants and attractions both in and around the city, Cape Town is a delight. It is also the perfect place to kick off the ultimate overland tour of Africa.
ACCOM:
Hotel - 1
Days 2-3 Western Cape/Orange River
Spend a night on a farm then cross into Namibia to camp on the banks of the Orange River.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 2
Day 4 Fish River Canyon
Travel to Fish River Canyon in time for a spectacular sunset over the surrounding region.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 1
Days 5-6 Sesriem/Bush Camp
Climb to the top of one of the world's highest sand dunes in the Namib-Naukluft National Park. Wake early to witness sunrise over the golden dunes.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 2
Days 7-9 Swakopmund
Enjoy adventure activities in Swakopmund, an oasis between the desert and the beach.
ACCOM:
Chalet - 3
Day 10 Spitzkoppe
View thousands of seals basking on the shores of Cape Cross before gazing at the wonder of the rocky Spitzkoppe.
ACCOM:
Camping (with basic facilities) - 1
Days 11-12 Etosha National Park
From big carnivores to over 340 bird species, there's plenty to spot on this adventure into vast Etosha park, one of the largest national parks in Africa.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 2
Day 13 Grootfontein/San Bushmen
Head out tracking and gathering with the San Bushmen, perhaps picking up a few words of their local 'clicking' language.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 1
Days 14-15 Rundu/Bagani Community Camp
Travel onwards to Rundu before reaching the vast swamps of Bagani.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 2
Days 16-17 Okavango Delta
Make tracks for the expansive Okavango Delta in Botswana. Explore the maze of reed beds and waterways onboard a mokoro, a traditional dugout canoe.
ACCOM:
Camping (with basic facilities) - 2
Day 18 Bagani Community Camp
Relax in laidback Bagani and perhaps enjoy some of the optional activities, including boat tours, fishing and hiking.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 1
Days 19-20 Chobe National Park
Try to spy swimming elephants, wallowing hippos or sun-loving crocs on a cruise along the Chobe River.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 2
Days 21-23 Victoria Falls
Travel across to Zimbabwe and head to Victoria Falls. Admire the might of the thundering falls.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 3
Day 24 Hwange National Park
Learn about the plight of the endangered African wild dog at the Painted Dog Conservation Group. Travel into Hwange National Park to look for elephants and other wildlife on exciting game drives.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 1
Days 25-26 Bulawayo
Enjoy time relaxing in the city of Bulawayo then venture into the Matobo National Park, home to a large population of black and white rhinos. Take a walking safari to track these rare beasts on foot.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 2
Day 27 Masvingo
Explore ancient ruins thought to have once been a palace for Zimbabwean royalty.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 1
Day 28 Harare
Relax amid the gardens and galleries of Harare city.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 1
Days 29-30 Lusaka/Chipata
Soak up Malawian culture in the capital Lilongwe. Relax in cafes and restaurants or wander through markets and shops.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 2
Days 31-32 Lake Malawi
Kick back on the peaceful shores of Lake Malawi. Indulge in the many optional water activities on offer and be sure to take the opportunity to meet the locals - Malawians are some of the friendliest people in Africa.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 2
Days 33-34 Chitimba/Iringa
Forge through the green highlands and pitch camp in the grounds of a local farmhouse. Travel back across the plains into Tanzania.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 2
Day 35 Dar es Salaam
Visit Mikumi National Park spotting elephants, buffaloes and giraffes. Camp on a tropical beach outside Dar es Salaam.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 1
Days 36-38 Zanzibar
Plunge into the sensuous delights of Tanzania's tropical playground, Zanzibar, exploring historic Stone Town, touring fragrant spice plantations and lounging under coconut palms beside the Indian Ocean.
ACCOM:
Bungalow - 2, Hotel - 1
Day 39 Dar es Salaam
Return to Dar es Salaam for more beach camping.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 1
Day 40 Marangu
Spend a night amid acres of beautiful tropical gardens in Marangu.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 1
Day 41 Mto Wa Mbu
Meet the Chagga people, sample traditional food and learn about the life of these crop-growers on a visit to the Mt Kilimanjaro village of Mshiri. Afterwards, head to Mto Wa Mbu for the night.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 1
Days 42-43 Ngorongoro Crater/Serengeti National Park
Descend to the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater to see an abundance of wildlife including lions, leopards, zebras and rhinos. Then head to the wilds of the Serengeti to embark on thrilling safari drives.
ACCOM:
Camping (with basic facilities) - 2
Day 44 Arusha
Peruse the craft market of Mto Wa Mbu and admire the colourful fabrics, crafts and wood carvings on offer. Spend the night in Arusha.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 1
Day 45 Nairobi
Travel to the busy streets of Nairobi.
ACCOM:
Hotel - 1
Day 46 Lake Naivasha
Relax beside Lake Naivasha and watch hippos wallowing on the shore.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 1
Days 47-48 Lake Nakuru
A favourite spot with birdlife, Lake Nakuru is a shimmering sea of pink flamingos. Listen for the chatter of black and white colobus monkeys in the treetops above.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 2
Day 49 Mt Kenya
Travel through stunning scenery on the way to the slopes of Mt Kenya.
ACCOM:
Hotel - 1
Days 50-51 Samburu National Reserve
Witness traditional Samburu dancing, and learn about tribal life and customs from the locals. Venture into this vast reserve to try and spot Africa's iconic Big Five.
ACCOM:
Camping (with basic facilities) - 1, Camping (with facilities) - 1
Days 52-53 Marsabit/Moyale
Traverse a surreal, black lunar landscape and pass spectacular craters and termite mounds on the drive to Ethiopia.
ACCOM:
Camp site - 1, Camping (with facilities) - 1
Days 54-55 Konso
Pick up a souvenir at the local market or perhaps take time to admire the traditional houses in the area.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 2
Days 56-58 Omo Valley
The colourful markets and villages are a delight to explore in Ethiopia's picturesque Omo Valley. Meet friendly tribespeople and learn about their fascinating culture.
ACCOM:
Bush camp (no facilities) - 3
Days 59-60 Arba Minch
In free time, why not cycle around scenic landscapes, embark on a boat trip or visit a crocodile farm.
ACCOM:
Hotel - 2
Days 61-62 Wendo Genet/Awasa
Recuperate travel-weary bodies in the hot springs of Wendo Gennet, encased in a beautiful panorama with a rich endowment of forest, wildlife and abundant water. Head to Awassa the following day, a city nestled on the shores of a great lake, and home to the Awassa Children's Project, which promotes AIDS prevention.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 2
Days 63-65 Bale Mountain National Park
Venture out on game-spotting expeditions in this stunningly diverse park.
ACCOM:
Lodge - 3
Day 66 Lake Abiata-Shala National Park
The natural habitat of the Lake Abiata-Shala National Park is an ornothological paradies with an astounding array of birdlife year-round.
ACCOM:
Bush camp (no facilities) - 1
Days 67-69 Addis Ababa
Visit Ethiopia's bustling capital, Addis Ababa, and indulge in spicy, traditional cuisine at a local restaurant or cafe.
ACCOM:
Hotel - 3
Day 70 Dejen
Visit the Blue Nile Gorge en route to Dejen.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 1
Days 71-73 Bahir Dar
Board a reed boat bound for the ornately decorated monasteries on Lake Tana's isolated islands and peninsulas.
ACCOM:
Hotel - 3
Days 74-76 Lalibela
Hidden among the hills of northern Ethiopia, Lalibela is home to monolithic churches hewn from the surrounding rocks. Take a walk through the structures with a local guide to unlock the fascinating history of this area.
ACCOM:
Hotel - 3
Day 77 Bush Camp
Journey through the rolling Ethiopian countryside and camp beneath the stars.
ACCOM:
Bush camp (no facilities) - 1
Day 78 Mekele
Admire the clusters of churches sculpted into caves and a dramatic cliff-face in Tigray.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 1
Days 79-80 Aksum
Get acquainted with the once-mighty city of Aksum, and discover its towering ancient obelisks, crumbling palaces and web of underground tombs.
ACCOM:
Hotel - 2
Day 81 Enda Selassie
Wind through the Ethiopian countryside on the way to one of the country's greatest natural habitats.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 1
Days 82-85 Simien Mountains National Park
Ethiopia's stunning Simien Mountains are home to a wealth of animals. Hike through the rugged terrain and pass eroded volcanic cores, raging rivers and jagged peaks.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 4
Days 86-88 Gonder
Discover the castles, churches and palaces of Gonder, often referred to as 'Africa's Camelot' - a grand way to end this adventure.
ACCOM:
Hotel - 2
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