34 days tour

34-Day Zanzibar To Cape Town (Camping)

34-Day Zanzibar To Cape Town (Camping)

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Dar es Salaam, Tanzania Zanzibar, Tanzania Lake Malawi, Malawi Victoria Falls National Park Chobe National Park, Botswana Okavango Delta, Botswana Windhoek, Namibia Etosha National Park, Namibia Swakopmund, Namibia Otjitotongwe Cheetah Park Spitzkoppe, Namibia Namib Naukluft Park, Namibia Fish River Canyon, Namibia Camping and cooking equipment Sleeping mattress Malawi cultural village walk Bushman paintings visit Zanzibar Accommodation

Transport

Fully equipped safari vehicle

Meals

34 Breakfasts 23 Lunches 24 Dinners

Accommodation

Camping in 2-person dome tents

Guide

Services of Two Crew

Not included:

Flights

Flights are not included.

Others

Other activities and services are not included.

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

Optional

Other activities and services are not included.

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Itinerary of your trip 34-Day Zanzibar To Cape Town (Camping)

  • Day 1 Day 1: Dar Es Salaam To Zanzibar
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Dar Es Salaam To Zanzibar

      Our journey kicks off with a fast ferry across to the spice island of Zanzibar. Our first night is in Stone Town. Head out the the markets or marvel at the many winding alleyways with the traders seated on door-steps along the way. There are many restaurants and cafes to choose from for meals while on the island - try the fresh seafood delights or savour the flavours of the fresh fruit the island is famous for.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Stone Town To Kendwa Beach
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Stone Town To Kendwa Beach

      Kendwa is home to some of the white sandy sun-kissed beaches that Zanzibar is famous for and this morning we transfer North from Stone Town to this resort. Along the way, opt to join a Spice tour - a great insight into the local produce and history of the area.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Kendwa Beach
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Kendwa Beach

      Enjoy the tranquil beaches and possibly take a dhow safari to snorkel and swim in the clear warm waters or possibly explore the local area. The day is free to do as much or as little as you like!

  • Day 4 Day 4: Zanzibar To Dar Es Salaam
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Zanzibar To Dar Es Salaam

      Leaving the beautiful Zanzibari beaches behind this morning we travel down through the island to Stone Town. We catch the ferry this afternoon back to Dar es Salaam to our beachside camp for the night.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Dar Es Salaam To Mikumi National Park Area
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Dar Es Salaam To Mikumi National Park Area

      Our travelling day starts early as we negotiate the traffic to get out of the city and once out on the open road we travel through the beautiful countryside of Tanzania.Our journey takes us through the Mikumi National Park where we may be lucky enough to spot some animals grazing alongside the road and on to our camp a short distance from the park.If time allows, we may have the opportunity for a game drive in the park itself.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Mikumi National Park To Iringa
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Mikumi National Park To Iringa

      Continuing on through Tanzania the route takes us up towards the Southern Highlands along with a pleasant fresh climate.Our camp for the night is at a working organic farm which has been in the same family for over 70 years known for its cosy bar and fantastic chocolate brownies.

  • Day 7 Day 7: Iringa To Chitimba Beach, Malawi
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Iringa To Chitimba Beach, Malawi

      Travelling through the rolling hills dotted with tea plantations we gradually drop down towards the border with Malawi at the Songwe River. After completing the formalities our journey takes us on to the sparkling blue waters of Lake Malawi and our beach camp.

  • Day 8 Day 8: Chitimba Beach
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Chitimba Beach

      We have a day at leisure on the beach or we can enjoy the hike up the Livingstonia Plateau to the Manchewe Falls to take in some stunning views over the lake and have a refreshing swim in the pools.

  • Day 9 Day 9: Chitimba Beach To Kande Beach
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Chitimba Beach To Kande Beach

      Continuing onwards through Malawi, our route takes us inland through the market town of Mzuzu where we have the chance to explore the colourful markets before continuing onwards through ordered rubber plantations along the lake shore to Kande Beach.

  • Day 10 Day 10: Kande Beach
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Kande Beach

      We have a relaxing day at leisure today on the beautiful beaches of Lake Malawi.There are a wide variety of different activities available at Kande Beach either on or in the water, swimming, snorkelling or diving or possibly on land visiting the local village or horse riding in the forests and beaches.

  • Day 11 Day 11: Kande Beach To Chipata, Zambia
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Kande Beach To Chipata, Zambia

      Travelling from the beach and Lake Malawi, our journey takes us to the north of the capital city, Lilongwe before reaching the border with Zambia.We patiently wait for border formalities to be completed before continuing onto the nearby town of Chipata with its colourful markets and mosques. Our camp is a short distance out of town.

  • Day 12 Day 12: Chipata To Lusaka
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Chipata To Lusaka

      Continuing onwards through Zambia passing numerous small villages we eventually reach the capital city, Lusaka and our camp a short distance out of the city on a peaceful farm.

  • Day 13 Day 13: Lusaka To Livingstone
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Lusaka To Livingstone

      After another day of travelling through Zambia we reach the town of Livingstone close to the mighty Victoria Falls. We visit the falls themselves and walk around the various pathways taking in this awe inspiring sight.Our camp is just upstream from the falls themselves on the banks of the Zambezi and there are a wide range of different activities on offer in the area. Our team will be on hand to assist in ensuring we make the most of our time here.

  • Day 14 Day 14-16: Livingstone
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14-16: Livingstone

      We have three days at leisure in the Livingstone area. Possibly enjoy a day white water rafting on the mighty Zambezi river shooting rapids with makes like The Devils Toilet Bowl and Overland Truck Eater or maybe take a more relaxed canoe safari on the upper stretches of the river.

  • Day 15 Day 17: Livingstone To Kasane, Botswana
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 17: Livingstone To Kasane, Botswana

      Travelling the sort distance to the Kazangula Ferry we cross the border into Botswana and on to the nearby Chobe National Park.This afternoon we embark on a Fish Eagle Cruise on the Chobe River hoping to get some fantastic game viewing.

  • Day 16 Day 18: Chobe National Park To Nata
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 18: Chobe National Park To Nata

      We are up early this morning to enjoy a 4x4 game drive in Chobe National Park after cruising on the river we get a different perspective on the park.We continue our journey through Botswana where we may even encounter more animals along the road before reaching our camp in Nata. Unfenced from the wildlife we are often lucky enough to have animals roaming through the camp, most notable herds of Elephants.

  • Day 17 Day 19: Nata To Maun
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 19: Nata To Maun

      Continuing westwards through Botswana and the sands of the Kalahari we reach the town of Maun which is the gateway to the Okavango Delta. Stocking up on supplies in town before having the afternoon relaxing in the pleasant camp.

  • Day 18 Day 20: Maun To Okavango Delta
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 20: Maun To Okavango Delta

      Leaving our camp we depart on a 4x4 safari vehicle and then into traditional dugout canoes mokoros where we explore this vast inland delta with its labyrinth of channels and islands.The Delta is a wilderness paradise and while exploring both on foot and in the mokoros we may be lucky enough to have some good game sightings.Our camp on one of the islands provides a wilderness home for the night.

  • Day 19 Day 21: Okavango Delta To Maun
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 21: Okavango Delta To Maun

      After a morning game walk we retrace our steps back to the base in Maun. This afternoon we can either check out the town or take an optional flight over the delta and try spotting some game from the air!

  • Day 20 Day 22: Maun, Botswana To Omaheke Region, Namibia
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 22: Maun, Botswana To Omaheke Region, Namibia

      Travelling on through the vastness of Botswana and the edges of the Kalahari Desert we cross into Namibia and make tracks to our camp for the night. Here we meet the San / Bushmen and learn about their culture and how they survive in this harsh and seemingly barren landscape.

  • Day 21 Day 23: Omaheke Region To Windhoek
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 23: Omaheke Region To Windhoek

      First off we travel to Windhoek, the small capital city with its interesting Germanic colonial architecture. This evening we might enjoy visiting one of the well known German restaurants in the city.

  • Day 22 Day 24: Windhoek To Etosha National Park
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 24: Windhoek To Etosha National Park

      With a change of direction we head north towards the Etosha National Park and the vast salt pan that dominates the landscape. The shimmering white pan can apparently been seen from space.There are a variety of waterholes in the park and we camp at one of these. Floodlit at night it allows us to head down to watch animals come in to drink under the cover of darkness.

  • Day 23 Day 25: Etosha National Park
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 25: Etosha National Park

      We enjoy a full day game driving in the park today hoping to catch sight of some of the animals that the park is so famous for including elephant, giraffe and possibly rhino. Etosha is classified as a desert National Park so keep an eye open for the prancing Springbok, and regal looking Oryx as you travel through the wild. This evening we return to our camp by the waterhole to hopefully catch some more nocturnal sightings.

  • Day 24 Day 26: Etosha National Park To Spitzkoppe
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 26: Etosha National Park To Spitzkoppe

      Having travelled through the Etosha National Park our journey takes us south through the eerily beautiful Damaraland region of Namibia to Spitzkoppe and its unique rock formations dotted with bushman paintings.We stay in a community run camp at the foot of the rock formations.

  • Day 25 Day 27: Spitzkoppe To Swakopmund
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 27: Spitzkoppe To Swakopmund

      Heading for the west coast of the African continent and the cool waters of the South Atlantic we are heading for Swakopmund, a cool and refreshing seaside town, from where we can take part in a variety of different activities both in the nearby sand dunes and over them!

  • Day 26 Day 28: Swakopmund
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 28: Swakopmund

      We have the day at leisure today to possibly enjoy quad biking, sand boarding or even a skydive! Alternatively, it could be simply enjoying some of the fantastic coffee shops in the town and enjoying a view of the tumultuous Atlantic ocean

  • Day 27 Day 29: Swakopmund To Sossus On Foot Camp, Khomas Region
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 29: Swakopmund To Sossus On Foot Camp, Khomas Region

      Leaving the coast behind, we turn inland over the Tropic of Capricorn, stopping for a photo opportunity en-route to our desert camp. Its here we admire the views over this vast desert and spend the night under canvas.

  • Day 28 Day 30: Sossus On Foot Camp, Khomas Region To Sesriem Area
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 30: Sossus On Foot Camp, Khomas Region To Sesriem Area

      Up early this morning to enter the Namib Naukluft National Park. The rising sun causes the sands to appear as if they are changing colour and we are able to watch the desert come to life by climbing Dune 45. After the challenging climb we are rewarded by a hearty breakfast before taking a shuttle to Dead Vlei where we have a guided tour.

  • Day 29 Day 31: Sesriem Area To Fish River Canyon
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 31: Sesriem Area To Fish River Canyon

      Our journey continues southbound through the barren and rocky landscape dotted with strange looking quiver trees.Reaching the Fish River Canyon, which, at over 160km long is the worlds second largest.Our crew will take you to the best spots for some stunning photo opportunities

  • Day 30 Day 32: Fish River Canyon To Orange River
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 32: Fish River Canyon To Orange River

      Heading south, we travel through rocky terrain dotted with quiver trees and succulents native to the area and make our way to the Orange River bordering Namibia and South Africa. Our camp is located on the river bank on the Namibian side and here you will have the opportunity to take an option canoe, walk the magnificent rugged kloofs or relax by the water.

  • Day 31 Day 33: Orange River To Cederberg Area
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 33: Orange River To Cederberg Area

      Our penultimate day on the Acacia vehicle takes us from the Namibia side across the border to South Africa of the arid Northern Cape towards the fruit and citrus growing areas of the Western Cape. Travelling through this area in the spring months we will be rewarded by views over fields of wildflowers.This afternoon we have the opportunity to taste some of South Africas locally produced wine at our camp overlooking vineyards.

  • Day 32 Day 34: Cederberg Area To Cape Town
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 34: Cederberg Area To Cape Town

      Back onto the Acacia vehicle for the final leg of our adventure down to the Mother City Cape Town. One of the worlds most iconic cities dominated by Table Mountain towering over the city.We recommend having a couple of extra days in Cape Town at the end of the journey to make the most of everything that is on offer here.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 18 / Max: 75

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