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Ultimate Africa: Safari Drives & the Savannah

BM-16551
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55 days

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Tour Type
Group
Max Group Size
22
Age Requirement
18 - 39 yrs
Operated In
English
Physical Rating
ChallengingDemands good physical fitness and stamina for more intense or extended activities.

Starts

Ends

Cape Town, South Africa

Nairobi, Kenya

Highlights

Search for the "big five".

witness giant sand dunes and the massive Victoria Falls.

ride in 4x4 safari vehicles and traditional canoes.

meet mountain gorillas.

discover Zanzibar's crystal clear waters.

Itinerary

Ultimate Africa: Safari Drives & the Savannah beckons the boldest of young explorers on a 55-day odyssey from Cape Town to Nairobi. Traverse 36 destinations across South and East Africa, tracking the Big Five across open savanna, canoeing the Okavango Delta, and encountering gorillas in Uganda’s remote wilderness. Overland adventure vehicles ensure comfort and camaraderie, while wilderness camping brings you closer to the continent’s untamed heart. This trip is ideal for those who crave epic landscapes and unforgettable wildlife encounters over an extended journey. The unique selling point is the sheer scope of the adventure, spanning multiple countries and ecosystems, ensuring an immersive African experience unmatched in breadth and variety.

Day 1Cape Town
Day 2Cape Town/Cederberg
Day 3Cederberg/Orange River
Day 4Orange River/Fish River Canyon
Day 5Fish River Canyon/Namib Desert
Day 6Namib Desert
Day 7Namib Desert/Swakopmund
Day 8Swakopmund
Day 9Swakopmund/Spitzkoppe
Day 10Spitzkoppe/Etosha National Park
Day 11Etosha National Park
Day 12Etosha National Park/Waterberg Plateau
Day 13Waterberg Plateau/Windhoek
Day 14Windhoek/D'kar
Day 15D'kar/Maun
Day 16Maun/Okavango Delta
Day 17Okavango Delta/Gweta
Day 18Gweta/Kasane
Day 19Kasane/Victoria Falls
Day 20Victoria Falls
Day 21Victoria Falls
Day 22Victoria Falls/Lusaka
Day 23Lusaka/South Luangwa
Day 24South Luangwa
Day 25South Luangwa/Chipata
Day 26Chipata/Kande Beach
Day 27Kande Beach
Day 28Kande Beach/Chitimba
Day 29Chitimba
Day 30Chitimba/Iringa
Day 31Iringa/Dar es Salaam
Day 32Dar es Salaam/Zanzibar Beach Resort
Day 33Zanzibar Beach Resort
Day 34Stone Town
Day 35Stone Town/Bagamoyo
Day 36Bagamoyo/Arusha
Day 37Arusha/Serengeti National Park
Day 38Serengeti National Park/Ngorongoro
Day 39Ngorongoro/Arusha
Day 40Arusha/Nairobi
Day 41Nairobi
Day 42Nairobi/Masai Mara
Day 43Masai Mara
Day 44Masai Mara/Lake Nakuru National Park
Day 45Lake Nakuru National Park/Eldoret
Day 46Eldoret/Kampala
Day 47Kampala/Lake Bunyonyi
Day 48Gorilla Trek
Day 49Lake Bunyonyi
Day 50Lake Bunyonyi/Kalinzu Forest Reserve
Day 51Kalinzu Forest Reserve/Lake Mburo National Park
Day 52Lake Mburo National Park/Jinja
Day 53Jinja
Day 54Jinja/Eldoret
Day 55Eldoret/Nairobi
Ultimate Africa: Safari Drives & the Savannah

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What's Included

Accommodation
Participation camping (39 nts), simple hotels (5 nts, single or twin-share), permanent tented camp (3 nts), hostels (3 nts, multi-share with 3-4 people), full-service camping (2 nts), basic bush camping (2 nts).
Meals
50 breakfasts, 44 lunches, 37 dinners
Note: Allow USD570-745 for meals not included.
Transport
Lando (overland adventure vehicle), mokoro, 4x4 safari vehicles, minibuses, ferry, walking.All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Guide
2 CEOs (Chief Experience Officers) throughout as head guide/cook and driver, certified safari guides/drivers, camp crew, certified mountain gorilla trackers, local guides.
Included activities
Your G for Good Moment: !Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre, YzerfonteinYour G for Good Moment: Penduka Village Restaurant & Shop, WindhoekYour G for Good Moment: Dqae Qare San Lodge & Camp, DekarYour G for Good Moment: Lusumpuko Women's Club Lunch, Victoria FallsYour G for Good Moment: Tribal Textiles Market & Courtyard Cafe, MfuweYour G for Good Moment: Café Ubuntu 3-Course Farm-to-Table Lunch, Maai MahiuYour G for Good Moment: AidChild Cafe & Gallery, KayabweYour Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and GroupYour First Night Out Moment: Connect With New FriendsYour Discover Moment: Victoria FallsYour Local Living Moment: Kande Beach Local Dinner, Kande BeachYour Discover Moment: JinjaEntrance to Fish River Canyon, Sossusvlei Dunes, and SpitzkoppeEntrances and wildlife safari drives in Etosha, and Serengeti National ParksWaterberg Plateau visitOkavango Delta overnight bush camping excursionNgorongoro Crater visitZanzibar excursionGuided tour of spice plantationWildlife safari drives in Masai Mara National ReserveSafari in Lake Nakuru National ParkGuided mountain gorilla trek in Bwindi with permitsGuided chimp trekTransfer from Jinja to Nairobi

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Customer Reviews

5.0

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Renn MOn Aug 4, 2025

Excellent

Africa was truly unique to anything I've experienced in the world. Thinking about the calm quiet mornings and the beautiful nights sky always relaxes me. Seeing the animals always gave me a thrill that I wont ever forget. I'm truly grateful for the experience.

IsobelOn Feb 20, 2025

Excellent

I had a phenomenal time in Africa. I have memories for a lifetime from here that I look back on fondly. I made some amazing friends and saw some amazing sunrises, sunsets and animals. I got to see the big five in full twice which was so incredibly exciting

Isobel YOn Feb 20, 2025

Excellent

I had a phenomenal time in Africa. I have memories for a lifetime from here that I look back on fondly. I made some amazing friends and saw some amazing sunrises, sunsets and animals. I got to see the big five in full twice which was so incredibly exciting

Rebekah SOn Feb 1, 2025

Excellent

The most amazing, life changing, memorable and incredible experience. I met friends for life, made the most incredible memories that I will never forget and would 1000% recommend the tour and G Adventures. I will definitely be booking more tours through the company

Rachel AOn Jan 23, 2025

Excellent

Overall it was a trip of a lifetime! Each of the 3 tours I did were completely different to each other, however all special in their own ways. The CEO’s were absolutely fantastic, as were the experiences I had along the way.

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