Across Africa Safari

29 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

OVERVIEW

Travel with us through 6 African countries in what is dubbed as 'Exploring The Mother Continent'. Africa offers many hidden gems with great lakes, crystal blue beaches with pearly white sands, jaw-dropping flora and majestic wildlife and mountains within its borders. Join us as we explore East Africa, renowned as a mountainous paradise, with the best tracking safari to see mountain gorillas, boat tours, deep blue waters of the cold Atlantic in South Africa, large herds of elephants, buffalo, giraffe, and antelope, as well as big cats come to drink, bathe, and play on the riverbanks, the longest river in Africa and much more. On this trip we will travel back to the earliest beginnings of the world.

DURATION

29 Days

START LOCATION: South Africa

END LOCATION: Uganda

THINGS TO BRING
• Wear comfortable shoes
• Bring spare closed shoes, change of clothes, backpack, towel, hat, lotion, swimwear, jacket, camera and money for souvenirs and photos

What's Included

Light refreshments
Hotel drop-off
Local guide
Activities as per itinerary
Professional guide
Bottled water
National Park fees
Landing and facility fees
Comfortable air-conditioned vehicles
Accommodation as per itinerary
Breakfast (Optional[28])
Breakfast
Fuel surcharge
Transportation to and from attractions
Food and drinks, unless specified
Visas
Insurance
Air Tickets
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Food and drinks

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We pick up from any hotel within the Cape Town Central Business District

Itinerary

Duration: 29 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Cape Town to Johannesburg

    4 stops
  • 1

    We depart Cape Town in the morning and head to Johannesburg. We enjoy beautiful views of koppies (little hills) flanked by the towering Coleskop (Magic Mountain) situated in the majestic Karoo. This mountain creates such a special illusion as you travel closer to it.

    12 hours Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Situated in the heart of the Great Karoo, there is no better place to take in the view of this breathtaking landscape than from here.

    Admission ticket free
  • 3

    The Great Karoo is one of South Africa’s best kept secrets and the expansive beating heart of the country. From its incomparable stark natural beauty to its old school farm-style charm, our drive through the Karoo will leave us mesmerized.

    Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Du Toits Peak (1,995 m) is the highest seaward-facing peak in the Cape Fold Belt ranges, i.e. the highest peak in the Western Cape within direct sight of the ocean. It is located between Paarl and Worcester in the south-west of South Africa. We'll drive past immersing ourselves in the beauty of these mountains

    Admission ticket free
  • Day 2

    Johannesburg, South Africa to Palapye, Botswana

    1 stop
  • 5

    We depart Johannesburg in the morning crossing the border into Botswana. Our accommodation tonight is situated in the area known as Palapye, which is famous for its geographical features. Upon arrival at our overnight stop, we will enjoy views of beautiful gorges, stone walls and old Palapye.

    12 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 3

    Palapye to Kasane

    1 stop
  • 6

    Today we bid farewell to Palapye and head to Kasane, traveling straight to Kwalape Safari Lodge where we will spend the night. Our camp is situated 10 minutes to the border between Botswana and Zambia.

    10 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 4

    Kasane (Chobe National Park)

    1 stop
  • 7
    Chobe National Park

    We spend half the day on excursions in Chobe National Park.

    7 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 5

    Kasane, Botswana to Victoria Falls, Zambia

    1 stop
  • 8
    Victoria Falls

    It’s a rather short drive to reach our destination, Victoria Falls. Upon arrival in the town we will head straight to the adventure centre where you will receive a presentation of the many activities on offer and will have the opportunity to book some activities. Our visit to the falls will take place in the afternoon

    5 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 6

    Victoria Falls

    1 stop
  • 9
    Livingstone

    Nearly everyone spends the day white water rafting, a not to be missed experience of a lifetime! Victoria Falls offers many exciting activities so we recommend you add a post-tour night here.

    12 hours Admission ticket not included
  • Day 7

    Livingstone to Lusaka

    1 stop
  • 10

    Leaving behind the natural marvel of Victoria Falls we continue our journey. After living Livingstone, we journey toward the dynamic Zambian capital of Lusaka

    12 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 8

    Lusaka to kapishya Hot springs, Mpika

    1 stop
  • 11

    Leaving behind the dynamic Lusaka city we continue our expedition, we drive to Kapishya Hot springs where we will spend a refreshing 2 days

    1 day Admission ticket included
  • Day 9

    Kapishya Hot springs

    2 stops
  • 12

    Spend the day relaxing and enjoying nature. A visit to Shiwa house, farm and swimming in the famous hot springs

    8 hours Admission ticket included
  • 13

    At Shiwa Ngandu (The Africa House) we'll enjoy an intricate and mesmerizing African history, both Ancient and Colonial delights. The estate combines this rich and varied history with a world class private game reserve that is home to over thirty species of wildlife and over two-hundred species of birds.

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 10

    Kapishya Hot springs, Zambia to Mbeya, Tanzania

    1 stop
  • 14

    We rise early and depart for Mbeya where we will spend the night. Our guides will provide you with a briefing about the next days’ activities in the Iringa region.

    8 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 11

    Mbeya to Iringa

    1 stop
  • 15

    Today we drive towards the historical Iringa town. After arrival, we settle in and prepare for our afternoon activity that ends with sundowners overlooking the magnificent hills of Iringa. The evening is spent around the campfire.

    10 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 12

    Isimila Stone Age Site, Museum

    1 stop
  • 16

    Spend the day exploring the spectacular Isimila Stone Age Site and Museum.

    5 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 13

    Iringa to Dar es Salaam

    1 stop
  • 17

    Travel to Dar es Salaam early morning. Arrive in time to book our tickets for the Zanzibar Ferry the next day. We have an option of checking out the nightlife.

    10 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 14

    Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

    1 stop
  • 18

    Take the ferry at 07:00 am. Arrive in Zanzibar mid-morning. We will then take a tour of Zanzibar’s attractions. We will check out prison island, stone town and the beach

    7 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 15

    Zanzibar

    1 stop
  • 19

    Spend a second day exploring Zanzibar’s rich history and attractions. You will get a comprehensive view and walk around the city, magnificent architecture, narrow alleys, main city market, sand and stone walled ancient buildings that are over 200 years.

    6 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 16

    Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam

    1 stop
  • 20

    Take the ferry at 07:00 am. Arrive in Dar es Salaam mid-morning. Relax in the afternoon. Optional activities include spending time at the beach and sampling out the nightlife.

    10 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 17

    Dar es Salaam to Arusha

    1 stop
  • 21

    Leave Dar es Salaam for Arusha early in the morning arriving late afternoon. On the way we drive through the town of Moshi situated at the magnificent Mount Kilimanjaro – Africa’s highest mountain, do a city tour and enjoy the Mt Kilimanjaro view.

    10 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 18

    Arusha, Tanzania to Nairobi, Kenya

    1 stop
  • 22

    Visit the Maasai community in Amboseli or Arusha before heading out to Nairobi in the morning via the Namanga border. We clear at the border and then proceed to Nairobi city where we spend the night.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • Day 19

    Nairobi to Naivasha

    2 stops
  • 23
    Hell's Gate National Park

    Travel early to Naivasha enjoying the scenic drive. Naivasha is home to a multitude of birdlife. At 1880m, this is the highest of the rift valley lakes. We spend the day enjoying excursions such as a Boat Ride to Crescent Island, Hell’s Gate National Park and Crater Lake visits.

    4 hours Admission ticket included
  • 24
    The Maasai Market

    Visit the Nairobi Maasai market, the biggest and oldest form of flea market. This is the place to shop if you are looking for affordable, beautiful and colourful souvenirs to take back home with you. It is an open air market with a wide variety of items to shop including African pots and pans, African paintings, African materials, curios, jewellery, shoes, bags, clothes, utensils, you name it-it will be at the Maasai Market. Note: It operates from about 8am to 7pm every day except Mondays.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • Day 20

    Naivasha, Kenya to Mbale, Uganda

    1 stop
  • 25

    Set off for Uganda in the morning with a brief stopover in Nakuru, the capital of the Rift Valley Province and lies adjacent to a wildlife rich Lake Nakuru National Park. Later on we cross the border into Uganda where we overnight in Mbale

    9 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 21

    Sipi Falls Adventure

    1 stop
  • 26

    Explore stunning beauty as you take on the adrenaline packed Abseiling experience descending off a 100 m ridge close to a roaring waterfall. Take a guided coffee safari and see the path coffee takes from the farm to the final product. We overnight in kapchorwa. Note: Abseiling is an optional activity

    9 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 22

    Pian Upe Game Reserve

    1 stop
  • 27

    Head out to Pian Upe Game Reserve and enjoy a bush breakfast, lunch and a sundowner as the Pian Hills and Wildlife beckon to romance and a fascinating evening. Also experience a wilderness camping and a Karamojong village tour

    8 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 23

    Pian Upe to Jinja

    1 stop
  • 28
    Source of the Nile - Speke Monument

    After marveling at our Sipi Falls and Pian Upe Game Reserve, we embark on our drive to Jinja which is referred to as the Adventure capital of East Africa. We will then explore the source of River Nile and do a Sunset Cruise to Samuka Island.

    9 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 24

    Jinja Adventure

    1 stop
  • 29

    We will spend another day in Jinja seeing the sights and sounds. Optional Activity: White Water Rafting, Quad Biking, Boat Cruise

    8 hours Admission ticket not included
  • Day 25

    Lake Bunyonyi

    1 stop
  • 30

    From Jinja we drive to Lake Bunyonyi in Kabale passing through Kampala. We cross the Equator and stop for the traditional “one-foot in each hemisphere” photo opportunity. Lake Bunyonyi has the deepest crater lake in Africa and is home to a large and varied number of beautiful birds. We overnight in Kabale. Activities include bird watching and canoeing

    10 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 26

    Lake Bunyonyi to Kisoro

    1 stop
  • 31

    We drive out in the morning to Kisoro, which is the base from which the optional Gorilla Tracking takes place. We will trek in Mgahinga or Bwindi National Parks.

    10 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 27

    Gorilla Tracking

    1 stop
  • 32

    This morning, we trek with trained park rangers in search of the mountain Gorillas. We spend half the day with these odd sounding and gorgeous primates.

    8 hours Admission ticket not included
  • Day 28

    Kampala

    1 stop
  • 33

    After the thrilling Gorilla experience and enjoying the astonishing Lake Bunyonyi, we begin our drive back to Kampala with a brief stopover at Igongo Cultural Centre. We overnight in kampala and have an opportunity to sample its nightlife.

    10 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 29

    Entebbe Airport

    1 stop
  • 34

    This morning we exchange contacts and part ways, having just experienced a trip of a lifetime. We suggest you extend your stay by a few days to explore more sights. Transfer to Entebbe Airport. End of Tour!

    2 hours Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • A minimum of 5 people per booking is required
  • Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage, please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptable
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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