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east africa
south east adventure
overland
31 days, Nairobi to Johannesburg
Departs every Sun & selected Wed from Jul - Nov itiNerary... Days 1-8 Nairobi/kenya/tanzania Leaving Nairobi behind, cross the scenic Great Rift Valley and travel to the Masai Mara. Camp on the edge of this world-renowned reserve and *plus Local Payment US$1245
Physical culture shock
take game drives through its rolling grasslands. Be sure to keep the camera poised, ready to photograph the many leopards, rhinos and giraffes that live here. Over the border in Tanzania, stop in the eclectic town of Arusha, a melting pot of markets, tribesmen and modern life, at the foot of looming Mt Meru. Pop into Meserani Snake Park and, out on the plains, meet friendly locals on a walk through a Masai village. Then theres incredible 4WD adventures through the Serengeti National Park, Olduvai Gorge and Ngorongoro Crater for abundant wildlife-viewing opportunities. Days 9-14 tanzania/Zanzibar Drive past snow-capped Mt Kilimanjaro en route to the coastal city of Dar es Salaam. Set up tents on a balmy beach just outside the city and maybe shop for wood carvings before catching a ferry to the tropical paradise of Zanzibar. Wander through the winding streets of Stone Town, savouring the smell of spices and discovering bazaars, mosques and palaces. Relax on Zanzibars beautiful beaches. On return to the mainland, drive through Mikumi National Park, home to shy forest elephants and gentle giraffes. Days 15-24 Malawi/Zambia Continue on to Malawi, the warm heart of Africa. One fifth of this country is covered by Lake Malawi and travelling along its shore you can watch fishermen ply their trade. Optional activities here such as scuba diving, snorkelling and sailing are available at peaceful Kande Beach. Leaving the lake, head to Livingstone via Lusaka and the thunderous Victoria Falls, an awesome sight by any measure. Camp on the banks of the Zambezi. There are plenty of adrenaline-pumping optional activities, such as bungee jumping or abseiling, in Livingstone. Days 25-31 Botswana/south africa/ Johannesburg Board a ferry to Botswana and drive to Chobe National Park. Theres more wildlife to be spotted in this park including leopards, lions and majestic fish eagles, which you may see from a special bird-watching cruise. Travel through Nata and Francistown then get a final taste of the African wilds in the famed Kruger National Park. The adventure ends in Johannesburg.
Above: One of the Big Five, Kenya - Karl Thurlow Below: Intrepid Photography Competition 2007: Samburu village man, Kenya - Carol Piper accoMMoDatioN Participatory camping (27 nts), Zanzibar (3 nts) traNsPort Overland truck, 4WD, ferry, walking GrouP siZe Max 24 Meals 27 Breakfasts, 22 Lunches, 23 Dinners BuDGet Allow US$100 for meals not included DeParts Every Sun and selected Wed from Jul to Nov GuaraNtee Departure guaranteed Notes 1. This trip departs early in the morning on day 1 and it is strongly recommended that you arrive at least 1 day prior. 2. Accommodation for 3 nights on Zanzibar is not included in the trip price. Please allow US$15-25 per triP coDe night traVeller ratiNG 4.50 out of 5
" experience the diverse landscapes of southern africa " eat delicious seafood on a palm-fringed beach in Zanzibar " Be awestruck by the impressive Victoria Falls " Meet the red-robed Masai warriors on a village walk " Watch elephants romp in the chobe river " spot africas Big Five in the kruger and the Masai Mara " chill out on the banks of bountiful lake Malawi
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