2 Weeks in Africa: Unique 14-day Itineraries to Africa

Recommended 2-week itinerary to Africa
A two-week trip to Africa promises an unforgettable adventure filled with diverse landscapes, wildlife, and culture. This itinerary covers the continent's highlights, from thrilling safaris to exploring vibrant cities. For some inspiration, check out our recommended 14-day itineraries in Africa.
Itinerary #1: AFRICAN SAFARI ADVENTURE


Overview | Activity | Overnight | |
Day 1 | Start your trip in Nairobi and enjoy a welcome dinner | Arrival | Nairobi |
Day 2 | Head to Aberdare Highlands to spot zebras, warthogs, and impalas. | Wildlife spotting | Naivasha |
Day 3 | Go on a half-day game drive at Solio Game Reserve, known for successful rhino breeding and stunning views of Mount Kenya. | Game drive | Nairobi |
Day 4 | Visit Thomson's Falls, and journey to Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for birdwatching and large predator populations. | Wildlife exploration | Lake Nakuru National Park |
Day 5 | Enjoy a sunrise bird watching tour at Lake Nakuru, boat ride at Lake Naivasha, and walk among wildlife on Crescent Island. | Birdwatching | Lake Nakuru National Park. |
Day 6 | Travel to Maasai Mara National Reserve for game viewing. | Game drive | Maasai Mara National Reserve. |
Day 7 | Enjoy a full-day safari in Maasai Mara and visit a Maasai village. | Safari | Maasai Mara National Reserve. |
Day 8 | Cross into Tanzania, travel to Lake Victoria, and witness a beautiful sunset. | Scenic visit | Lake Victoria |
Day 9 | Stroll along Lake Victoria's shore, then head to Serengeti National Park for a 4x4 safari game drive. | Safari | Serengeti National Park. |
Day 10 | Go on a full-day Serengeti safari, explore its vast plains and witness the great wildebeest migration | Safari | Serengeti National Park. |
Day 11 | Explore Ngorongoro Crater, spot diverse wildlife and enjoy panoramic views from your lodge. | Wildlife exploration | Ngorongoro Crater |
Day 12 | Take a walk around Mto wa Mbu village, enjoy local cuisine, and go on a game drive in Lake Manyara National Park. | Exploring | Mbu village |
Day 13 | Visit Tarangire National Park to spot giant baobabs and large elephant herds. | Wildlife exploration | Tarangire National Park |
Day 14 | Enjoy a farewell lunch at a Tanzanian coffee plantation, and transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport for departure. | Departure |
Explore Africa in 2 weeks on a guided safari adventure across Kenya and Tanzania. Begin in Nairobi and journey through the scenic landscapes of Aberdare National Park, where you'll witness wildlife like zebras and rhinos in their natural habitat. Explore Lake Nakuru National Park's birdlife and the tranquil shores of Lake Naivasha. The Maasai Mara National Reserve offers prime Big Five sightings and cultural encounters with the Maasai tribe. Cross into Tanzania to experience Lake Victoria's beauty before heading to the iconic Serengeti National Park, known for the annual wildebeest migration. Discover Ngorongoro Crater's diverse ecosystems and enjoy the community spirit of Mto wa Mbu. Conclude your 2 weeks in Africa adventure in Tarangire National Park, known for its impressive elephant herds and unique landscapes. Check out our tours to Tanzania and Kenya.
Itinerary #2: Wilderness Wonders

Overview | Activity | Overnight | |
Day 1 | Arrive at Victoria Falls, transfer to Kasane, Botswana, and settle into your chalets. | Arrival | Kasane |
Day 2 | Enjoy a morning game drive and afternoon boat safari in Chobe National Park. | Game drive | Kasane |
Day 3 | Take a drive from Kasane to Maun, stopping at Makgadikgadi Pan before arriving in Maun. | Scenic drive | Maun |
Day 4-5 | Explore the Okavango Delta by mokoro canoe and on foot; camp in the heart of the African wilderness. | Mokoro canoe & Walking | Okavango Delta |
Day 6 | Join a final mokoro ride before returning to Maun. | Mokoro ride | Maun |
Day 7 | Transfer to Nata, and visit Nata Sanctuary for sunset views over the Makgadikgadi Salt Pan. | Sunset views | Nata |
Day 8 | Journey to Matobo National Park, Zimbabwe, cross the border and enjoy sundowners overlooking the park. | Sundowners | Matobo National Park |
Day 9 | Go on a game drive and jungle walk in Matobo National Park to see wildlife and ancient San rock paintings. | Game drive & Jungle walk | Matobo National Park |
Day 10 | Transfer to Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe’s largest, to spot elephants and wild dogs. | Transfer & wildlife spotting | Hwange National Park |
Day 11 | Enjoy a full-day 4x4 open game drive in Hwange National Park. | Game drive | Hwange National Park |
Day 12 | Take a short drive to Victoria Falls and visit the world’s largest waterfall, known as ‘The Smoke that Thunders’ | Waterfall visit | Victoria Falls |
Day 13 | Enjoy a free day around Victoria Falls, enjoying various activities including rafting and sunset cruise. | Relaxing | Victoria Falls |
Day 14 | Bid farewell to African trip. | Departure |
Journey through the heart of Southern Africa in 2 weeks, starting and ending in the iconic Victoria Falls. This guided tour takes you through some of the most breathtaking landscapes and wildlife reserves in Zimbabwe, Botswana and Tanzania. Explore the vast elephant herds in Chobe National Park, and search for elusive rhinos and leopards in the rugged terrain of Matobo National Park. Experience the serene beauty of the Okavango Delta by mokoro canoe and witness the shimmering expanses of the Makgadikgadi Pans at sunset. The adventure also includes a visit to Hwange National Park, renowned for its rich biodiversity, including rare wild dogs.
Itinerary #3: West Africa Uncovered


Overview | Activity | Overnight | |
Day 1 | Arrive in Cotonou. | Arrival | Cotonou |
Day 2 | Enjoy the city sightseeing tour of Cotonou. | City tour | Cotonou |
Day 3 | Witness Ouidah’s Voodoo festival and rituals at Voodoo temples. | Festivals & temple visits | Ouidah |
Day 4 | Go on a boat cruise to Ganvie, explore stilt houses and floating markets. | Boat cruise | Ganvie |
Day 5 | Visit Togoville, learn about Voodoo culture, and explore Lome’s Fetish market and Grand Marche. | Cultural visit | Lome |
Day 6 | Enjoy the tour of Tafi Atome Monkey Sanctuary. | Monkey Sanctuary tour | Tafi Atome |
Day 7 | Hike Mount Gemi in Amedzofe and visit Wli Waterfalls through Agumatsa Forest. | Hiking | Amedzofe |
Day 8 | Explore Kumasi, visit the Cocoa Research Institute, and learn about cocoa processing. | Cocoa tour | Kumasi |
Day 9 | Tour Ashanti Craft villages. | Craft village tour | Kumasi |
Day 10 | Visit Assin Manso Slave River, explore Elmina Township, and traditional boat builders. | Exploring | Elmina |
Day 11 | Explore Cape Coast Castle, journey through dungeons, and visit Elmina Castle. | Castle exploration | Elmina |
Day 12 | Visit Kakum National Park, walk the canopy walkway, and return to Accra in the afternoon. | Canopy walk | Accra |
Day 13 | Explore the highlights of Accra, such as DuBois Centre, Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, and Accra Arts Centre. | City tour | Accra |
Day 14 | Enjoy a leisurely day in Accra until transfer to the airport for departure. | Departure |
Discover the vibrant cultures and rich histories of West Africa with this 2 weeks in Africa itinerary, starting in Accra, Ghana's bustling capital, where you'll delve into the country's historical and cultural landmarks, including Cape Coast Slave Castle. Journey to Kumasi to explore the Ashanti Kingdom, then traverse the lush landscapes of the Volta Region, visiting the breathtaking Wli Falls and Tafi Atome Monkey Sanctuary. In Togo, experience the lively atmosphere of the Lomé Central Market and uncover the mystical traditions of Voodoo in Ouidah. Sail through the tranquil waterways of Ganvie, the ‘Venice of Africa,’ to witness a unique stilted village life. Continue to Benin and explore the vibrant city of Cotonou and historical sites like the Esplanade des Amazones. Take a trip back to Ghana with visits to Kakum National Park’s canopy walkway and the poignant Kwame Nkrumah Memorial in Accra.
Itinerary #4: Rivers, Wildlife and Desert

Overview | Activity | Overnight | |
Day 1 | Arrive at Victoria Falls and explore the town and iconic waterfall. | Arrival and explroation | Victoria Falls. |
Day 2 | Spend the morning at leisure in Victoria Falls, cross into Botswana, and overnight by the scenic Chobe River, | Transfer | Chobe River |
Day 3 | Enjoy a morning game drive in Chobe National Park and a sunset cruise on the Chobe River. | Game drive | Chobe River |
Day 4 | Drive through Chobe, cross into Namibia, and lodge on the banks of the Okavango River. | Transfer | Okavango River |
Day 5 | Explore the Okavango Delta by traditional canoe, and join guided game walks on islands. | Canoe & Game walks | Okavango River |
Day 6 | Cross back to Namibia and stay overnight at a lodge on Okavango River (optional boat cruise available). | Boat cruise | Okavango River |
Day 7 | Travel to Etosha National Park and go on a game drive to spot lions, elephants, zebras, and giraffes. | Game drive | Etosha National Park |
Day 8 | Go on a full-day game drive in Etosha. | Full-day game drive | Etosha National Park |
Day 9 | Journey to Damaraland and enjoy the stunning landscapes (optional zipline adventure). | Exploring | Damaraland |
Day 10 | Travel through Damaraland and explore the charming German colonial town of Swakopmund in the afternoon. | Exploring | Swakopmund |
Day 11 | Journey through the changing scenery of the Namib Desert, lodge near Sossusvlei and explore the mighty sand dunes. | Desert exploration | Near Sossusvlei |
Day 12 | Enjoy an early morning hike to Sossusvlei and Deadvlei, explore Sesriem Canyon and spot desert wildlife. | Hike & Exploration | Near Sossusvlei |
Day 13 | Transfer to Windhoek and explore Namibia’s capital. | City exploration | Windhoek |
Day 14 | Departure after breakfast | Departure |
This small-group adventure begins at the majestic Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, offering opportunities for breathtaking views and thrilling activities. From there, take a trip to Botswana to explore Chobe National Park, where you'll embark on exhilarating game drives and sunset river cruises. Venture into the Okavango Delta, a sprawling network of waterways and wetlands, for mokoro rides and guided walks on its scenic islands. Continue your tour to Namibia's Caprivi Strip before delving into the iconic Etosha National Park, renowned for its abundant wildlife and salt pans. Discover Damaraland's rugged beauty and the charming coastal town of Swakopmund. Conclude your 2 weeks in Africa itinerary in Sesriem, home to the world's highest sand dunes, before taking a trip to Windhoek, Namibia’s capital.
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