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42 day Overland Expedition. Nairobi to Cape Town
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This African overland expedition starts in Nairobi, travels through Tanzania, Malawi, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana and Namibia, and ends in Cape Town, South Africa.
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Days 18 & 19: Lusaka to Lake Kariba, ZambiaThis morning you will pack up camp early and head south for Lake Kariba. You head to the western waters of Lake Kariba and your base camp for the next 2 nights. The lake is one of the largest man made lakes in the world, boasting a wide variety of African game, bird life and unique flora and fauna.
Here you have the option to take a 2 night trip on the House Boats on Lake Kariba. For those of you who do not want to partake in the House Boats there are many activities you can do at the campsite such as fishing, canoeing, hikes, explore the local village or just relax on the tranquil banks of Lake Kariba. The campsite also has a swimming pool where you can enjoy soaking up the sun. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. |
House Boat option 2 night / 2 day:You board the House Boats at approximately 1pm and have lunch after you have settled yourself in. You depart the harbour at approximately 2pm and sail out to the Maaze River for a beautiful sunset and overnight on the House Boats. Lake Kariba is famous for its spectacular sunsets.
The next day you can relax the entire day on the deck of the House Boat and enjoy the on board Jacuzzi. House Boats on Lake Kariba are truly one of the most relaxing ways to spend a few days. For those of you feeling a bit more active in the early morning we take a Fishing/Game Cruise on tender boats or you have the option to do a game walk on the island in the Maaze area.
There is opportunity to see plains game and many different species of bird life. After lunch and head to Maaze Island where you do a tour of the Crocodile Farm. Dinner is prepared on the boat while we sit back and enjoy our sundowners over the lake. |
Day 20: Victoria Falls, ZimbabweToday you cross the border into the town of Victoria Falls. 1700 metres wide and around 100 metres high, Victoria Falls are one of the most memorable sights on your African safari. A couple of days are spent here to enable you to experience the sights and the many activities available.
All year round, flights can be taken which give you a panoramic view of the Falls, Batoka Gorge and the islands above the Falls. Flights can be taken in fixed wing planes, micro lights or helicopters. Back on the ground, the Falls can be seen from the Victoria Falls Park. All offer fantastic photographic opportunities. Breakfast is included. |
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Page: 1 Day 1: Nairobi to Arusha, Tanzania
You depart Nairobi and drive south, crossing the border into Tanzania at Namanga and continue to Arusha. This is a pleasant town situated at the base of Mount Meru and is the starting point for your optional excursion to Ngorongoro Crater ...
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Page: 2 Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha, Tanzania
This morning you descend into the Ngorongoro Crater with its 600 metre walls and 20-kilometre width is a natural wonder, and offers a spectacular view from the rim. The true size of this caldera is only appreciated from the floor itself and the abundance ...
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Page: 3 Day 10: Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Leaving Zanzibar you take the ferry back to mainland for an overnight in Dar es Salaam. There may be an opportunity to visit one of the craft markets offering an extensive range of exquisite ebony products (where prices depend on your bar ...
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White water rafting in the Batoka Gorge is considered to be world class. Besides the excitement of the grade 5 rapids, there are the 'floats” where there is time to admire the scenic cliffs and occasional wildlife on the riverbanks. ...
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Page: 6 Day 27: Okavango Delta, Botswana
A day of rest, relaxation and Delta experiences await. Today you will have the opportunity to partake in a number of activities including game walks, mokoro cruises, swimming and even a chance to try your hand at poling your own mokoro! B ...
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Page: 7 Day 33: Cheetah Park to Spitzkoppe, Namibia
A days drive takes your Namibia tour to Spizkoppe, the 1728m high rock formation, one of Namibia’s most recognised landmarks. There is opportunity to explore the bushman paintings and surrounding area. A night camping under the stars is a ...
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Flight of the Angels - Game Viewing by Microflight
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Livingstone named the falls after the British Queen Victoria and was enchanted by "scenes so lovely must have been gazed upon by angels in their flight." The current "Flight of the Angels flight over the falls, took their name from this entry in his diary
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Mokoro the Okavango Delta
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There is no better way to relax in the wilderness than a mokoro trip through the Okavango Delta.
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Cape Cross Seal Colony - Namibia
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Cape Cross is the largest breeding colony of Cape Fur Seals on the African coast. A sight not to be missed.
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Polana Terrace Restaurant
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The Terrace Restaurant offers daily a theme buffet as well as a 'à La Carte' menu, the Aquarius bar offers a daily happy hour with surely the most breathtaking view.
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