This is an Exploratory trip doing our classic Fes to Cape Town route in reverse, heading northbound instead. The itinerary is therefore flexible. This will take account of road conditions in some parts where there will be rains and plenty of mud, and of where we can apply for necessary visas en-route. Expect good weather and conditions at southern & northern ends, with poorer weather and bad roads nearer the Equator. Embarking on this expedition will give you an insight into the varied cultures of West and Central Africa and all the challenges this vast continent can throw at you. There will be days when it will be pretty tough - bad roads, harsh terrains and extremes of climates, but you will also get to experience, see and discover a continent most travellers only dream of - whilst having the experience of a lifetime!
Note: This is one of our Overland Adventures which are run on a participatory basis – you’ll be involved in the day to day running of the trip and have fun helping to cook for the group. Expect to sometimes get dusty and dishevelled and not to be able to have hot showers every night. Groups of up to 24 people are led by our crew of two.
Please note that the accommodation on this trip is predominantly camping, though there may be opportunities to upgrade this locally where rooms are available. Please see the trip inclusions for an approximate percentage of camping and room nights.
Our Overland Adventures provide once in a life time experiences and whilst some safari activities may be included in the itinerary, or be available to book locally, this should not be considered a traditional safari holiday, though we consider that part of the fun!!
Local cultureAdventure
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Camping
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Western Cape, Swakopmund, Fes, L
Western Cape, Swakopmund, Fes, Luanda, Congo, Accra, Freetown, Banjul, Cape Town, Fez
Zanzibar’s white sands, the Serengeti’s legendary plains, and Victoria Falls’ dramatic spray—experience it all on the 21-day Victoria Falls to Serengeti Accommodated tour. Starting in Livingstone and ending in Nairobi, this guided national parks trip includes stops in Iringa, Nairobi, and 13 other destinations between Kenya and Zambia. Families will appreciate the inclusive package, with accommodation, transport, and meals arranged. The extraordinary range of environments—from islands to savannas—makes this trip uniquely enriching, perfect for those seeking a comprehensive African tour package.
National parksAdventure
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Camping, Lodge, Tent
Age Range
18-75 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Nairobi, Maasai Mara National Re
Nairobi, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Livingstone, Lower Zambezi National Park, Lusaka, Dar Es Salaam, Zanzibar, Marangu, Arusha, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, South Luangwa National Park, Kande Beach, Chitimba Beach, Iringa, Mikumi National Park
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Lake Manyara is considered to be a scenic gem, a bird-lovers delight. Ernest Hemingway described the national park as the 'loveliest' he had seen in Africa and people never have enough words to describe the experience of watching thousands of pink flamingoes resting around the lake. Other animals found at the national park include huge concentrations of wildebeest, zebra, giraffe and buffalo.
Your next adventure takes you to the iconic Serengeti National Park, home to the Great Migration. Those lucky enough to witness this phenomenon from up close have described it as a life-changing experience and it is easy to understand why. The sight of predatory action right in front of you or watching thousands of game animals trying to make their way across crocodile infested rivers is a sight you'll never forget.
The last leg of this journey takes you to the Ngorongoro Crater, an adventure unlike any other. The high walls of the crater prevented man from interfering with the ecosystem and also refrained the animals from interacting with the outer world. As a resut, the crater is home to some of the most exotic species on the planet, including the rare African black rhino. This is the best place to see the Big 5 on the same day, and the small geographical area also ensures that you never go back home feeling disappointed.
Wildlife safaris and game drives
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Camping, Tent
Age Range
2-90 yrs
Operated in
english, tanzanian
Destinations
Arusha, Lake Manyara National Pa
Arusha, Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Camping, Lodge
Age Range
18-75 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Dar Es Salaam, Kruger National P
Dar Es Salaam, Kruger National Park, Pretoria, Kendwa Beach, Stone Town, Chipata, Lusaka, Livingstone, Bulawayo, Matobo National Park, Tshipise, Hazyview, Mikumi, Iringa, Chitimba Beach, Kande Beach
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Experience the best of southern Africa on the 12-day Delta, Chobe & Victoria Falls Accommodated tour, ideal for families wanting an action-packed yet comfortable journey. Starting and ending in Pretoria, you’ll travel through South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Botswana, with stops in Gweta, Bulawayo, Victoria Falls, and seven other destinations. This guided small group trip includes accommodation, transport, and meals. The highlight of this tour package is its diverse itinerary, combining legendary wildlife with scenic wonders in a single, family-friendly adventure.
ExplorerAdventure
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Camping, Lodge, Tent
Age Range
8-75 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Chobe National Park, Victoria Fa
Chobe National Park, Victoria Falls, Maun, Polokwane, Khama Rhino Sanctuary, Pretoria, Bulawayo, Matobo National Park, Gweta, Okavango Delta
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Ancient history, golden sands and crowded souqs – Egypt is the ultimate destination for any adventurous traveller. This nine-day trip is the perfect mix of blockbuster wonders and intimate moments, with loads of planned activities and plenty of time to wander at your own pace. Your local leader will take you to bucket list icons like the Pyramids of Giza (one of the Seven Wonders of the World) in Cairo and the Valley of the Kings in Luxor, then guide you off the beaten path to eat koshari in a local downtown joint, or into a bazaar to meet a perfume merchant. Kayak along the Nile, spend a night on a traditional felucca under starry skies and drink your body weight in mint tea. The best part? You’ll do it all with like-minded travellers your own age.
Adventure
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Sleeper Train, Tent
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cairo, Aswan, Nile Felucca, Luxor
Cairo, Aswan, Nile Felucca, Luxor
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The accommodations were variable, always clean and with hot water but some places were tired and in need of updating. Air conditioning was a must as it was hot and humid, however most were noisy and not good for a light sleeper.
The staff were always helpful and friendly.
Food in the hotels and restaurants was plentiful and there was always fish or chicken for those less adventurous, accompanied by mountains of rice or pasta.
We were able to meet the locals, often visiting their homes, and learn about their cultures and beliefs. Also how they lived off the land and produced most of the food they need for the villages and to sell at the market stalls. We were able to try our hand at weaving, dying cloth and making garments. All extremely interesting and an education.
We experienced Kayaking, canoeing, climbing through the tree canopies in the forest along rope bridges plus lots of other activities. All under the guidance and care of our very informative tour guide Oscar and driver Prince.
Our tours through the castles was quite daunting, learning how the slave trade treated people was shocking.
All in all our holiday was an exceptional experience, if not quite exhausting. We were disappointed with the lack of wildlife but was not through lack of exciting safari drives trying to find the animals, with so much else going on our cameras were never idol.
Jan and Arthur
Active and outdoorWildlife
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort, Guest House
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Accra, Cape Coast, Ankasa, Elmin
Accra, Cape Coast, Ankasa, Elmina, Kumasi, Mole National Park
Andriann was an excellent guide and coordinator. He was a wonderful driver and interpreter. Always helpful and keep the group informed. I highly recommend him for future trips to Namibia.
Active and outdoor
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Windhoek, Otjiwarongo, Sesriem
Windhoek, Otjiwarongo, Sesriem, Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, Uis, Etosha National Park
Leave Durban at 6.30am from your Hotel, Guest House or B&B and drive through the Timber and Sugar plantations and the beautiful Zulu villages which lies in the northern Zululand.
We take you to the Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve which lies 2.5 hours from Durban and is set in the heart of Zululand where Africa’s Big 5 (Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Buffalo and Rhinoceros) roam the flourishing savannah. Established in 1895 this is the oldest park in South Africa and is 98,000 hectares.
The Game Drive takes place in our Land Rover or our Toyota Quantum fully air-condition.
At the end of the tour we drop you back to your accomodation. We look forward to giving you a great and safe game viewing experience in Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve. Game drive has no specified time as we want to see as much animals as we can.
At additional cost, you can also visit The Emdoneni Wild Cat Sanctuary and Rehabilitation Centre, Isimangaliso (Greater St Lucia) Wetland Park or DumaZulu Cultural Park.
Wildlife safaris and game drives
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Begin your adventure in vibrant Cape Town and journey all the way to the mighty Victoria Falls on this 19-day explorer tour. Designed for families, the route covers Cape Town, Windhoek, Swakopmund, and 13 more destinations throughout South Africa and Zambia. Accommodation, transport, and meals are included, making logistics a breeze. The tour’s unique advantage is its expertly planned route, seamlessly linking southern Africa’s top highlights into a single, memorable tour package.
ExplorerAdventure
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Camping, Tent
Age Range
18-75 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cape Town, Livingstone, Addo Ele
Cape Town, Livingstone, Addo Elephant National Park, Cederberg, Etosha National Park, Windhoek, Maun, Okavango Delta, Elephant Sands, Kasane, Gariep River, Fish River Canyon, Sesriem, Sossus, Swakopmund, Spitzkoppe
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I really enjoyed the trip and the way camping was mixed into the other accommodations.
However, it would have been nice to have some more options for Cape Town add-ons, even if we couldn’t do all of them. I.e see Nelson Mandela’s prison. I also think the township tour should be an inclusion.
The walking safari in Zambia was a bit too expensive though, considering we only did like 30-40min of walking.
was fantastic in the way he welcomed us to his home country and spoke about life in Africa.
Adventure
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Camping, Hotel, Tent, Guest House
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cape Town, Kruger National Park
Cape Town, Kruger National Park, Chobe National Park, Makgadikgadi Pans, Okavango Delta, Maun, Johannesburg, Victoria Falls
Tick off some bucket list icons on this epic 15-day adventure through Egypt and Jordan – both home to one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Start strong at the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx in Cairo then wander through the Valley of the Kings in Luxor. Eat some koshari in a local downtown joint and explore a bazaar where you can meet with a perfume merchant. Kayak along the Nile, spend a night on a traditional felucca under starry skies and drink your body weight in mint tea. Find hidden bars and delicious falafel in Amman then hike through Wadi Rum, where you’ll watch the sunrise and explore the land in a 4WD. Witness the awe-inspiring site of Petra and soak away your worries in the Dead Sea. With all these epic sites and a small group of new friends to share it all with, what are you waiting for?
Adventure
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Sleeper Train, Tent
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cairo, Amman, Wadi Rum, Petra, M
Cairo, Amman, Wadi Rum, Petra, Madaba, Sphinx, Aswan, Nile, Luxor
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Embark on an unforgettable African safari adventure featuring the iconic Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, and Amboseli regions. Experience thrilling Big Five game drives, witness the stunning Great Rift Valley, and capture breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Enjoy guided tours through diverse landscapes teeming with wildlife, including flamingos, elephants, and lions. Immerse yourself in authentic cultural encounters with the Maasai people, creating lasting memories while contributing to sustainable tourism. This safari offers unique, intimate insights into Kenya's natural splendor and rich heritage.
Wildlife safaris and game drives
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Camping, Lodge, Tent
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Nairobi, Amboseli National Park
Nairobi, Amboseli National Park, Lake Nakuru National Park, Masai Mara National Reserve