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Cape Town to Cairo Overview

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    • UXOJC
    • 4.65 out of 5
    • Extras tool tip
      USD $5 Bicycle hire
      USD $40 Big game walking safari
      USD $10 Bomas of Kenya
      KES 2,000 Carnivore Restaurant
      USD $3 Church of St Mary of Zion
      USD $5 Crocodile Farm
      USD $3 Debre Damo Monastery (men only)
      USD $20 Hippo spotting boat trip
      USD $15 Horse riding, Naro Moru
      USD $15 Horse/mule trek
      USD $5 Hot springs
      USD $14 Karen Blixen museum
      USD $65 Lake Chamo boat trip and Crocodile Market
      USD $1 National Museum
      USD $10 National Museum
      USD $10 Nature trails, Naro Moru
      USD $15 Nayaroi caves (Mau Mau) & waterfalls
      USD $20 Nairobi National Park safari walk
      USD $5 Bicycle hire
      USD $40 Big game walking safari
      USD $10 Bomas of Kenya
      KES 2,000 Carnivore Restaurant
      USD $3 Church of St Mary of Zion
      USD $5 Crocodile Farm
      USD $3 Debre Damo Monastery (men only)
      USD $20 Hippo spotting boat trip
      USD $15 Horse riding, Naro Moru
      USD $15 Horse/mule trek
      USD $5 Hot springs
      USD $14 Karen Blixen museum
      USD $65 Lake Chamo boat trip and Crocodile Market
      USD $1 National Museum
      USD $10 National Museum
      USD $10 Nature trails, Naro Moru
      USD $15 Nayaroi caves (Mau Mau) & waterfalls
      USD $20 Nairobi National Park safari walk
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An adventure tour through Africa from Cape Town to Cairo.

If you've ever wanted to 'do Africa', this is the definitive trip. Visit Africa and travel from Cape Town to Cairo in 121 action-packed days. Cross the continent's entire length from the cafes and vineyards of Cape Town to the exotic charms of Cairo, taking 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. Touring South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Malawi, Zanzibar, Tanzania, Kenya, Ethiopia, Sudan, and Egypt, this challenging expedition demands a truly adventurous spirit - but the rewards are priceless.

  • Admire the flamingo-filled expanse of Lake Nakuru
  • Glide down the Okavango Delta on a canoe
  • Marvel at Lalibela's dramatic rock-hewn churches
  • Meet the San Bushmen of Namibia
  • Peruse glittering treasures in the Egyptian Museum
  • Travel to Tanzania and delight your senses in Zanzibar
  • Visit South Africa and behold the beauty of Cape Town
  • Visit the Samburu National Reserve and spot the Big Five

Cape Town to Cairo Summary

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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!

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.

Day 4 Fish River Canyon

Travel to Fish River Canyon in time for a spectacular sunset over the surrounding region.

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.

Days 7-9 Swakopmund

Enjoy adventure activities in Swakopmund, an oasis between the desert and the beach.

Day 10 Spitzkoppe

View thousands of seals basking on the shores of Cape Cross before gazing at the wonder of the rocky Spitzkoppe.

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.

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.

Days 14-15 Rundu/Bagani Community Camp

Travel onwards to Rundu then on to the vast swamps of Bagani.

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.

Day 18 Bagani Community Camp

Relax in laidback Bagani and perhaps enjoy some of the optional activities, including boat tours, fishing and hiking.

Days 19-20 Chobe National Park

Try to spy swimming elephants, wallowing hippos or sun-loving crocs on a cruise along the Chobe River.

Days 21-23 Victoria Falls

Travel across to Zimbabwe and head to Victoria Falls. Admire the might of the thundering falls, a fitting finale to this epic African adventure.

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.

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.

Day 27 Masvingo

Explore ancient ruins thought to have once been a palace for Zimbabwean royalty.

Day 28 Harare

Relax amid the gardens and galleries of Harare city.

Days 29-30 Blantyre/Lilongwe

Soak up Malawian culture in the capital Lilongwe. Relax in cafes and restaurants or wander through markets and shops.

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.

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.

Day 35 Dar es Salaam

Visit Mikumi National Park spotting elephants, buffaloes and giraffes. Camp on a tropical beach outside Dar es Salaam.

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.

Day 39 Dar es Salaam

Return to Dar es Salaam for more beach camping.

Day 40 Marangu

Spend a night amid acres of beautiful tropical gardens in Marangu.

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.

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.

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.

Day 45 Nairobi

Take a break from the road and kick back in cosmopolitan Nairobi. As the epicentre for arts and crafts from the surrounding region, Nairobi is a concentration of African culture and has a lively restaurant and nightlife scene to match.

Days 46-48 Nairobi

Spend three days with free time in Nairobi, exploring at your own pace and taking in the cosmopolitan delights of the capital. Rest and recuperate before rejoining an Intrepid group to continue the African adventure.

Day 49 Nairobi

Meet new friends and get to know an experienced Intrepid leader as you prepare for the next leg of your African journey.
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What's included in this trip

  • Start:

    Cape Town, South Africa

  • Finish:

    Cairo, Egypt

  • Group size:

    Min 4 , Max 22

  • Ages:

    Min 18

  • Meals:

    No meals included

  • Accommodation:

    Bungalow (2 nts), Bush camp (no facilities) (9 nts), Camping (with basic facilities) (5 nts), Camping (with facilities) (53 nts), Chalet (3 nts), Guesthouse (2 nts), Hostel (3 nts), Hotel (23 nts), Overnight ferry (1 nt)

  • Transport:

    Ferry, Overland vehicle

  • Included activities:

    1/2 Day Lake Tana reed boat trip, Cape Cross seal colony, Castle Complex and Fasilidas' Bath, Chobe - Boat Cruise, Chobe - Dawn game drive, Church of Debre Berhan Sellassie, Driving and game excursions, Entrance Blue Nile Falls, Entrance Golden Mummies Museum, Entrance Simien Mountains National Park, Etosha - Game drive, Fish River Canyon, Game Drive, Lake Nakuru National Park, Great Zimbabwe Ruins, Guided excursions to tribal markets and villages, Guided tour of Aksum, Guided tour of Karnak Temple, 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, Okavango Delta - Mokoro trips & bushwalks, Palace and church ruins, Samburu community activities, San Bushman cultural experience, Serengeti - Game drive, Sesriem - Sand dunes visit, Simien Mountains trek (2 days), Tigray Rock-hewn Churches, Ura Kidane Mereth Monastery and Kebran Gabriel M KChurch, Usambara Village Education Project visit, village walk & lunch, 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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    • 120
    • UXOJC
    • 4.65 out of 5
    • Extras tool tip
      USD $5 Bicycle hire
      USD $40 Big game walking safari
      USD $10 Bomas of Kenya
      KES 2,000 Carnivore Restaurant
      USD $3 Church of St Mary of Zion
      USD $5 Crocodile Farm
      USD $3 Debre Damo Monastery (men only)
      USD $20 Hippo spotting boat trip
      USD $15 Horse riding, Naro Moru
      USD $15 Horse/mule trek
      USD $5 Hot springs
      USD $14 Karen Blixen museum
      USD $65 Lake Chamo boat trip and Crocodile Market
      USD $1 National Museum
      USD $10 National Museum
      USD $10 Nature trails, Naro Moru
      USD $15 Nayaroi caves (Mau Mau) & waterfalls
      USD $20 Nairobi National Park safari walk
      USD $5 Bicycle hire
      USD $40 Big game walking safari
      USD $10 Bomas of Kenya
      KES 2,000 Carnivore Restaurant
      USD $3 Church of St Mary of Zion
      USD $5 Crocodile Farm
      USD $3 Debre Damo Monastery (men only)
      USD $20 Hippo spotting boat trip
      USD $15 Horse riding, Naro Moru
      USD $15 Horse/mule trek
      USD $5 Hot springs
      USD $14 Karen Blixen museum
      USD $65 Lake Chamo boat trip and Crocodile Market
      USD $1 National Museum
      USD $10 National Museum
      USD $10 Nature trails, Naro Moru
      USD $15 Nayaroi caves (Mau Mau) & waterfalls
      USD $20 Nairobi National Park safari walk
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