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Home›Destinations›Africa›Tanzania›Kenya to Cape In Depth›Kenya to Cape In Depth ItineraryKenya to Cape In Depth Itinerary
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USD $3,450CAD $3,470AUD $3,355EUR €2,685GBP £2,090NZD $4,300ZAR R26,800CHF FR3,110
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Kitty tool tipUSD $2,660‡
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USD $6,110*CAD $6,052*AUD $5,900*EUR €4,541*GBP £3,712*NZD $7,492*ZAR R45,300*CHF FR5,214**
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Days 1-3 Nairobi/Masai Mara
Welcome to Kenya! Jump straight into the adventure and head straight for the Masai Mara. Keep an eye out for prides of lions, herds of elephants and, if you are lucky, a stealthy cheetah or leopard, all of which call the Masai Mara home. After a couple of days game driving, make your way to cosmopolitan Nairobi and soak up the lively restaurant and bar scene.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 3
Day 4 Arusha
Enter Tanzania and head for Arusha, Tanzania's safari capital, located at the base of Mt Meru. Stock up on supplies and perhaps enjoy a traditional meal at one of the many eateries before making your way into the wilds of Africa!
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 1
Days 5-6 Serengeti National Park/Ngorongoro Crater
Journey into the wide, open plains of the Serengeti National Park, home to thousands of hoofed animals and fierce predators. Try to spot all of Africa's Big Five on game drives and sleep in the midst of nature, letting the nocturnal sounds of this unique African habitat lull you to sleep.
ACCOM:
Bush camp (no facilities) - 2
Day 7 Mto Wa Mbu
The famous Ngorongoro crater is home to more than 30,000 animals including the endangered black rhino, zebras and hippos. Keep cameras handy as you game drive through the heart of this natural wonder. Stop by the small village community of Mto Wa Mbu and get an insight into the traditional African way of life.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 1
Day 8 Marangu
Climb the slopes of Mt Kilimanjaro to reach the small village of Marangu, that is situated by the streams that run down form Mt Kilimanjaro's glaciers. Enjoy fantastic views of the mountain and the surrounding countryside.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 1
Days 9-10 Dar es Salaam
Travel south to Dar es Salaam to camp on the beach by the cities outskirts. Stroll along the bustling ports, people watch from the chilled cafes and kick back on the warm sands.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 2
Days 11-13 Zanzibar
Sail to the 'Spice Island' of Zanzibar to explore the winding cobblestone alleyways and fragrant bazaars. Try a deliciously fresh seafood curry and take a guided tour of the inland spice plantations to see where the mouthwatering flavours come from. Spend free time sipping cocktails at seaside bars or relaxing on idyllic sands.
ACCOM:
Hotel - 3
Day 14 Dar es Salaam
Take the ferry back to the African mainland and the cultural hub of Dar es Salaam. Perhaps head out to make the most of the city's burgeoning nightlife.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 1
Day 15 Iringa
Journey through the rolling plains of Mikumi National Park to Kisolanza Farm in Iringa, a town set into the slopes of a cliff overlooking Little Ruaha River. Wander through the markets, full of colourfully dressed locals. If you are feeling game try the legendary Dabaga chilli sauce.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 1
Days 16-18 Lake Malawi
Enter Malawi and head straight for the lake that covers almost a fifth of the country. Spot fisherman aboard their dugout canoes, floating on the still waters at the break of day.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 3
Day 19 Lilongwe
Travel to Lolongwe, Malawi's capital. With a vibrant atmosphere, the city is a hub for the country's cultural output and boasts a lively restaurant and bar scene.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 1
Days 20-21 South Luangwa National Park
Cross the border into Zambia to game drive through South Luangwa National Park. The Luangwa River is home to vast numbers of crocodiles and hippos, while the plains of the park contain many species of buck, kudu and gazelle. Perhaps visit Kawaza village to see a local dance performance and try a traditional Kunda midday meal.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 2
Day 22 Luangwa River
Camp on the banks of the river, under a blanket of stars in the African night sky.
ACCOM:
Bush camp (no facilities) - 1
Days 23-25 Lower Zambezi
Canoe down the gentle Lower Zambezi River. Float through a stunning natural landscape, keeping an eye out for wildlife stopping to drink at the river banks. Camp on islands dotted throughout the waters.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 3
Day 26 Choma/Livingstone
Journey through the rolling African landscape and lose yourself in the vast expanse of this wild continent.
ACCOM:
Bush camp (no facilities) - 1
Days 27-29 Victoria Falls
Get an early start in Zimbabwe and make a v-line for the awesome power of Victoria Falls. This curtain of water stretches almost a mile across and falls over 100 m into a narrow gorge below. The spray created from this powerful raging torrent can reach up to 400 m in the air!
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 3
Day 30 Hwange National Park
Enjoy a game drive on the former royal hunting grounds of a Ndebele warrior-king.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 1
Days 31-32 Bulawayo/Matobo National Park
Explore the second largest city in Zimbabwe before heading out on foot to track rhinos in Matobo National Park.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 2
Days 33-34 Makgadikgadi Pans
Cross into Botswana and traverse the magnificent Makgadikgadi Pans – one of the largest salt pans in the world.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 2
Day 35 Maun
Travel to Maun, a modern African city with a rural heart.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 1
Days 36-37 Okavango Delta
Explore the expansive waterways of the Okavango Delta in a traditional mokoro canoe.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 2
Day 38 Maun
Return to Maun and perhaps enjoy a meal in one of the local restaurants.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 1
Day 39 D'Kar
Head south and camp at the Dqae Qare Game Reserve, a community project located in the Kalahari Desert.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 1
Day 40 Windhoek
Make tracks to the German colonial town of Windhoek, a curious mixture of African and European culture.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 1
Days 41-42 Etosha National Park
Get an up-close look at some of Southern Africa’s most iconic wildlife, and some truly unique species, in the world renowned Etosha National Park.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 2
Day 43 Spitzkoppe
Bush camp in the shadow of Spitzkoppe and witness a golden sunset over this remote region.
ACCOM:
Bush camp (no facilities) - 1
Days 44-45 Swakopmund
Get a further sense of Namibia’s German colonial roots in Swakopmund. After checking out the European architecture, why not indulge in a range of adrenaline pumping activities in this action sports Mecca.
ACCOM:
Bungalow - 1, Hotel - 1
Day 46 Sesriem
Use Sesriem as a base for exploring the incredible Namib Desert – home to some of the world's tallest sand dunes.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 1
Day 47 Bethanie
Witness a sunrise over the vast plains of the desert before escaping the heat of the desert in riverside Bethanie.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 1
Day 48 Fish River Canyon
Explore the incredible Giant’s Playground, a collection of magma formations that have to be seen to be believed. Then, arrive at the Fish River Canyon and be treated to some phenomenal views.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 1
Day 49 Noordoewer
Camp on the scenic banks of the Gariep River.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 1
Day 50 Citrusdal
Cruise into South Africa to explore the rock art of Citrucel or take an optional winery tour.
ACCOM:
Camping (with facilities) - 1
Day 51 Cape Town
The journey comes to an end in the coastal haven of Cape Town.
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