31 Days | An unforgettable African journey from Nairobi to Windhoek
Embrace the adventure of a lifetime on a 31-day Premium journey through Africa. Take in quintessential East Africa in the Masai Mara, search for wildlife in the Kruger National Park, be amazed by the showstopping Victoria Falls, search for a wealth of elephants in Chobe National Park and marvel at the desert landscapes of Swakopmund and Sossusvlei. From the vast grasslands of Kenya to the national parks of Southern Africa and Botswana, and the otherworldly landscapes of Namibia, few places on the planet offer such spectacular diversity and wildlife.
Trip overview
- Start
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Finish
- Windhoek, Namibia
- Theme
- Wildlife
- Destinations
- Botswana, South Africa, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Kenya
- Physical rating
- Indicates how physically exerting a trip is, and how fit you will need to be to enjoy it. More info on physical ratings
- Style
- Premium
- Ages
- Min 15
- Group size
- Min 1 - Max 12
- Trip code
- YGPCC
Our best 4-star accommodation and the highest level of service
All must-see locations plus authentic experiences exclusive to Premium
Trips led by our most experienced and highest-rated local leaders
- Let your Feature Stays take you close to nature, from a camp with easy access to the Masai Mara Game Reserve and a lodge within Kruger National Park, to the banks of the Zambezi River and a lodge next to Namib-Naukluft National Park in Namibia.
- Enjoy a front-row seat for wildlife viewings during 4x4 game drives in the Masai Mara, the Namibian desert, Lake Nakuru's National Park, Chobe National Park, Etosha National Park and Kruger National Park, with expert guides at the helm.
- Discover the region’s best with Exclusive Experiences, including a boat trip on Lake Naivasha, 4x4 drive through the Makgadikgadi Pans, a privately catered cruise down the Zambezi River, and a traditional mokoro journey through the Okavango Delta.
- Visit a local Maasai community known for championing Maasai women’s health and education. During this Exclusive Experience, you’ll be welcomed by traditional Maasai warrior song and dance and learn about this remarkable culture.
- Take in the spectacular contrasts of Namibia – climb the iconic Dune 45 to see the sand dunes of the Sossusvlei, explore the picturesque Deadvlei Salt Pans, Sesriem Canyon and Damaraland’s ancient rock paintings and petrified forests.
- This itinerary features some long travel days, which can be exacerbated by bumpy African roads. It is recommended that you pay close attention to the given approximations of driving hours.
- As the early bird catches the worm, the early camper sights the animals. There will be many early starts either to make use of the better safari time or to beat the morning traffic on long travel days.
Itinerary
View the itinerary for departures between 01 January 2025 - 31 December 2025
Inclusions
28 breakfasts, 14 lunches, 26 dinners
4x4 Safari Vehicle, Boat, Private Vehicle
Hotel (6 nights), Lodge (21 nights), Permanent tented camp (3 nights)
- Arrival airport transfer
- Tipping for accommodation, activities and transport
- Luggage transfer
- Daily breakfast and signature local meal experiences
- 24/7 on-ground support
- Complimentary Arrival Transfer
- Nairobi - Welcome Dinner
- Lake Naivasha - Boat trip
- Lake Naivasha - Elsamere Conservation Centre
- Lake Nakuru - Afternoon 4x4 Game Drive
- Lake Nakuru - Morning 4x4 Game Drive
- Loita Hills - Cultural talk and village visit
- Masai Mara - Sundowner and snacks
- Masai Mara - Full Day 4x4 Game Drive
- Masai Mara - Afternoon 4x4 Game Drive
- Johannesburg - Welcome Dinner
- Complimentary Arrival Transfer - OR Tambo International Airport to Radisson Blu Gautrain
- Kruger National Park - Afternoon 4WD Safari
- Kruger National Park - Full Day 4WD Safari
- Kruger National Park - Sundowner Drinks
- Victoria Falls - Zambezi River Dinner Cruise
- Victoria Falls - Victoria Falls tour Zimbabwe Side
- Chobe National Park - River cruise
- Chobe National Park - Morning 4x4 Game Drive
- Chobe - Welcome Dinner
- Chobe National Park - 4x4 Game Drive
- Zambezi River - Morning River Cruise
- Zambezi River - Afternoon River Cruise
- Makgadikgadi Pans - Sunset 4x4 Excursion & Sundowner
- Makgadikgadi Pans - Meerkat & Kalahari Bushman Experience
- Okavango Delta - Mokoro safari
- Okavango Delta - Expert Guided Bush Walk
- Okavango Delta - Full Day Mokoro
- Windhoek - Welcome Dinner
- Sesriem - Guided Nature Drive & Sundowners
- Sesriem - Sossusvlei & Deadvlei Salt Pan Visit
- Sesriem - Dune 45 Visit
- Sesriem - Sesriem Canyon Visit
- Solitaire - Bakery Visit & Apple Pie Tasting
- Swakopmund - Leader-led Orientation Tour
- Walvis Bay - Visit
- Damaraland - Sunset Walk
- Damaraland - Twyfelfontein Bushman Paintings
- Damaraland - Twyfelfontein Heritage Site
- Damaraland - Petrified Forest
- Damaraland - Living Museum of the Damara
- Etosha NP - Full Day 4WD Safari
- Nairobi - City Experience Urban Adventure - USD55
- Masai Mara National Reserve - Balloon ride (from price) - USD625
- Masai Mara - Half Day Game Drive - USD80
- Masai Mara National Reserve - Guided Walking Safari - USD30
- Victoria Falls - Helicopter Flight (25 mins - Excludes US$30 fuel surcharge and NP fees) - USD284
- Victoria Falls - Helicopter Flight of the Angels (12 mins - Excludes US$25 fuel surcharge and NP fees) - USD150
- Chobe National Park - 4x4 Game Drive - BWP580
- Swakopmund - Swakopmund Museum - USD2
- Swakopmund - Seal and dolphin cruise - USD60
Dates and availability
Important notes
1. A single supplement is available on all nights of this trip, subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
2. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
3. An optional sunrise balloon ride in the Masai Mara is possible on this itinerary. Please see the itinerary above for full details of this activity. As the balloon only holds 16 people, places are limited and we recommend you book in advance. Please inquire when booking your trip to book this optional activity.
4. Depending on the departure date, we may use other luxury camps for our Feature Stay in Kenya, including Zebra Plains, Mara Engai, Amani Mara or Fig Tree Camp.
5. This trip includes three flights. The luggage allowance is 23kg for check in luggage and 8kg for carry on.
6. Border crossing delays in the region have been sporadic and difficult to predict. What takes an hour one day may take four hours the next. This may affect the order of activities in the itinerary. We understand this uncertainty can be frustrating, and we strongly recommend packing a bit of patience and flexibility.
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