African Explorer - Tour to South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, Malawi, Tanzania, Kenya - Tucan Travel

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Overview

Go on a safari into the untamed, rugged Africa you’ve always dreamed of exploring. We’ll take you through vast plains and landscapes to national parks with incredible game viewing where you can look out for the Big 5 and give your camera a serious workout! Take part in some wild adrenaline sports, like extreme rafting on the Zambezi River, and relax on the beautiful beaches of Zanzibar and Lake Malawi. This is Africa at its best.

This is an Overland Expeditions tour. Learn about our Travel Styles.

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Please note: we no longer offer the option of the houseboats on Lake Kariba. 


Itinerary

Day 1 to 1
Arrive Cape Town

Day 2 to 6
Orange River- Fish River Canyon - Sesriem & Namib-Naukluft National Park

Day 7 to 9
Swakopmund

Day 10 to 13
Otjitotongwe Cheetah Park & Etosha National Park

Day 14 to 18
Ngepi - Maun and the Okavango Delta

Day 19 to 20
Chobe National Park

Day 21 to 24
Livingstone

Day 25 to 28
Lusaka - South Luangwa National Park

Day 29 to 32
Lilongwe - Kande

Day 33 to 35
Chitimba – Iringa

Day 36 to 42
Dar es Salaam & Zanzibar Island

Day 43 to 47
Arusha / Ngorongoro Crater / Serengeti National Park

Day 48 to 49
Depart Nairobi


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Inclusions

  • Accommodation: 85% camping, 15% hostels 
  • Meals: Most meals while camping, lunches when travelling on Tucan Travel vehicle 
  • Excursions: Cape Cross seal colony, Otjitotongwe Cheetah Park, Etosha National Park, Victoria Falls, South Luangwa National Park, Chitimba village tour, Zanzibar spice tour
  • Transport: Tucan Travel vehicle, 4WD, boat, ferry, on foot

  • Group: Average 15-25, max 34.  Due to the modular system of our tours some passengers may join or leave the tour at different times
  • Age: Recommended 18 to 45, recommended max 55
  • Staff: Tucan Travel tour leader & Tucan Travel driver


Exclusions

  • Local payment
  • International flights and departure tax
  • Border taxes
  • Pre and post tour accommodation
  • Visas (see our website for information), travel insurance (compulsory)
  • Airport transfers
  • Spending money – approx US$150 per week to cover snacks, drinks, limited souvenirs, laundry, entrance fees and any extras (see the relevant country dossier for advice on how to carry your funds). Please note that this amount does not cover optional excursions.
  • Optional excursions - Please see our optional excursions guide for a comprehensive list of optional activities and excursions available on this tour

Please note: Some optional excursions in Africa can be substantial, ranging from US$60-US$350, and need to be budgeted for when planning your trip.



Additional price options relating to this tour.

 
FEA3 Carbon Offset Scheme (Optional)
See www.tucantravel.com/carbon-offset-scheme
AUD 40

 






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Route

Cape Town - Nairobi

Length

49 days - 48 nights

Countries

South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, Malawi, Tanzania, Kenya

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Important Information
Tour Dossier
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Tour Documents
Swahili Language Survival Guide
Tips for Responsible Travellers
Ramadan Information Sheet
Kenya Country Dossier
Pre Departure Information Booklet - East & Southern Africa
Botswana Country Dossier
Malawi Country Dossier
Tanzania Country Dossier
Zambia Country Dossier
Namibia Country Dossier
South Africa Country Dossier
Cape Town Joining Letter - Overland Expeditions
Optional Excursions Guide for Overland Expeditions in East & Southern Africa


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