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Cape Town to Kenya Overland Tour - Camping Family Safari

Tour Length43 days
Priced from pps $3400 R64825 £2696 3153 A$5240 C$4623 NZ$5703 Full pricing info
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Summary of this Family Overland Tour

  • Max. Group Size 29 Travellers
  • Departs from Cape Town, South Africa
  • Ends at Nairobi, Kenya
  • Accommodation Standard Camping
  • Transport Ferry / Large Overland Vehicle / Open 4x4 Game Viewing Vehicle
  • Wildlife Big 5, Elephant, Leopards, Lions, Migration Safari (Seasonal) & More
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Quick Itinerary Overview

The Cape Town to Kenya Overland Tour is an affordable family safari exploring a host of African countries on the family-friendly camping trip of a lifetime. Experience South Africa, visiting Cape Town, the Cederberg Mountains, Namaqualand and the Gariep River. In Namibia, see the Fish River Canyon, explore the ancient Namib Desert, coastal Swakopmund, strange Damaraland and game-rich Etosha National Park.

Overnight in Windhoek, then cross into Botswana to go camping in the wild Okavango Delta and Chobe National Park, before witnessing the wonder Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. Return to Chobe River, before stopping in Livingstone at Victoria Falls, and encountering wildlife in the beautiful South Luangwa National Park of Zambia. Cross into Malawi where we travel along the scenic shores of Lake Malawi before meeting the East Coast of Africa in Tanzania. Take a relaxing beach trip to Zanzibar Island discovering exotic spices, diverse cultures and sandy shores.

Lastly, embark on a magnificent wildlife safari in Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater, two of Africa's best wildlife parks, before our family safari through Africa finishes in Nairobi.

Responsible Travel Note

During this trip, you are likely to come across activities that encourage tourists to participate in lion, elephant or other wildlife interaction. This includes walking with lions, riding elephants and any other tourist operation putting travellers in close contact with animals that would normally live wild and separate from human contact.

We absolutely do not encourage or endorse this type of wildlife interaction operation. For more information on why this is not good for Africa's wild animals, please see our blog post on things to avoid while on safari in Africa.

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Itinerary for this Tour

Day 1: Cape Town – South Africa

Welcome to South Africa's Mother City, Cape Town! Upon arrival at Cape Town International Airport, you are collected and transferred to your lodge on the leafy fringes of the city centre. At 17h00 today, meet up with your safari guide and fellow travellers at the lodge for a pre-tour briefing. Otherwise, you are free to explore the cosmopolitan city of Cape Town and head up Table Mountain to enjoy the views. Cape Town has something for everyone, including superb restaurants, lively bars, art galleries, museums, coffee shops, beautiful beaches, excellent shopping and scenic attractions.

Day 2: Cape Town – South Africa

The first full day of this epic 43-day Cape Town to Kenya Overland Tour is dedicated to exploring the attractions of South Africa's Mother City. This Cape Town day tour includes a tour of Cape Point with its pristine beaches and spectacular views. Cape Point Nature Reserve is home to unique flora and fauna, along with abundant species of wildlife like bontebok, cape mountain zebra, dassies, and baboons. The baboons are famous for loitering around the area and are not shy of humans, so you are most likely to see them. Fall in love with the natural beauty of Cape Town with its spectacular fynbos, exquisite beaches, and picturesque mountains, and see why Cape Town is consistently voted as one of the top destinations in the world to visit. After a wonderful day exploring exquisite Cape Town, enjoy a good night's rest at your lodge, ready to continue your family safari tomorrow.

Day 3: Cape Town to Cederberg Mountains – South Africa

Today our family safari departs from Cape Town and takes us to the Blouberg beachside of Table Bay from where we can see the whole of Table Mountain and the city below. Continuing northeast we head into the inland mountains and farmlands of the Cederberg Region, traversing Piketberg Pass.

We camp in the scenic Olifants River Valley, enjoying an optional wine tasting and a stroll in the vineyards set amid the pretty mountains.

  • Lunch & Dinner
  • Optional Activity: Wine Tasting

Day 4: Cederberg Area to the Gariep River – South Africa

On day four of our camping safari we drive further north into Namaqualand, passing into evermore arid and sparsely populated landscapes. If you are travelling in springtime (September/October) the wildflowers may be in full bloom. Namaqualand is famous for its colourful fields of wildflowers that blossom across the semi-desert lands. Then we travel into the desert area of Richtersveld, making a pit stop in Springbok town.

Our overnight stop is at a lovely campsite along the Gariep River (former Orange River). A blanket of stars comes out at night in this natural area along the river, forming the border with Namibia.

  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5: Gariep River to Fish River Canyon – Namibia

This morning you can set off on an optional half-day canoeing adventure on the Gariep, a popular canoeing destination. Look out for birds and small animals as you take a gentle paddle along the river or take it easy at the riverside camp.

After lunch, we cross into Namibia and make our way to the renowned Fish River Canyon, arguably the second-biggest canyon on Earth. Driving along the eastern side of the 161 km long canyon we stop to photograph and admire the views over the 27 km wide Fish River Canyon, reaching up to 550m in depth.

  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Optional Activity: Gariep River Canoeing Trip
  • Included Activity: Fish River Canyon

Day 6: Fish River Canyon to the Namib Desert – Namibia

We are up early on day six for our journey into one of the most ancient deserts in the world, the Namib Desert of Namibia. Entering the solitary desert there is time to explore before enjoying a blazing sunset over the open terrain and being dazzled by the incredible night sky.

Tonight we camp at Sesriem, close to the Namib-Naukluft National Park encompassing large portions of the stark and beautiful desert.

  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Included Activity: Namib Naukluft National Park

Day 7: Namib Desert & Sossusvlei – Namibia

Early this morning our Cape Town to Kenya Safari sees us venturing deeper into the Namib Desert, to visit the striking Sossusvlei Dunes. A short drive through the red-orange dunes of the desert brings us to Dune 45, a famous landmark. We climb this archetypal dune to watch the desert scenery come alive as the sun rises. Then we transfer to a shuttle and walk into the Sossusvlei Dunes area where some of the world's highest dunes (up to 300 m tall) are found. This is the most famous part of the Namib-Naukluft National Park, often captured in photographs of Namibia. We spend some time at the salt pan surrounded by ochre dunes, experiencing the surreal scene peppered with gnarled dead trees.

  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Included Activity: Climb Dune 45 and visit Sossusvlei

Day 8: Namib Desert to Swakopmund – Namibia

Leaving the mesmerizing Namib Desert we cross the Tropic of Capricorn on our drive to Walvis Bay, on the Atlantic Ocean. We trace the coast north from Walvis Bay to Swakopmund for a dose of 'city' life in Namibia's premier beach destination. Back in civilization after our first few days of camping in some of the most remote places of Southern Africa, our guide briefs us on activities available in Swakopmund. We spend two nights in this oasis of activity, sightseeing, and doing exciting activities in and around Swakopmund. In Swakopmund we take a break from camping, sleeping in twin-share rooms and catching up on creature comforts.

  • Breakfast

Day 9: Swakopmund – Namibia

A full day in Swakopmund, a charming town offering plenty of family-friendly things to do.

For history buffs, visit Swakopmund's museums and old colonial buildings, established by Germans in 1892. To get a sense of the local culture, go to a local market, stop in at art galleries and crafts shops, and relax at the side-walk cafes on your wanderings around town. For ocean lovers, there are dolphin cruises, sea kayaking trips, walks along the beach, the aquarium, or you can take a dip in the icy sea. There are numerous exciting options for adventure seekers. Choose from scenic flights over the desert, quad biking and sandboarding in the dunes, and sky diving or horse riding, among other activities.

Some passengers may end their camping safari in Swakopmund, while new passengers often join our overland tour.

  • Breakfast
  • Optional Activities: Sightseeing & Adventure Activities in Swakopmund

Day 10: Swakopmund to Brandberg Mountain – Namibia

From Swakopmund we keep heading north, veering inland to Spitzkoppe, the massive (1728 m high) granite outcrop on the list of Namibia's top iconic sights. Driving through eerie landscapes we stop at this impressive geological feature to visit ancient San rock art and take in the views over the dramatic plains around Spitzkoppe.

Then we drive to Brandberg Mountain the tallest in Namibia, camping under star-filled African skies.

  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Included Activity: Spitzkoppe & San paintings

Day 11: Brandberg to Etosha Area – Namibia

Still driving due north, our Cape Town to Kenya Overland Tour takes us through the sparsely-populated Kunene Region towards Etosha National Park. Considered one of Africa's finest wildlife parks, Etosha is Namibia's top game-viewing destination.

We camp near Etosha, just outside the park's boundaries. Look out for zebras, wildebeest, ostriches and an array of antelopes and birds on the farm, take a dip in the pool and unwind in nature.

  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 12: Etosha National Park – Namibia

On day 12 of our family safari we will explore the famous Etosha National Park.

We enter Etosha Park via the Anderson Gate this morning, game viewing in the southern region of the national park. Here we should come across some of the amazing variety of wildlife, birds and other creatures of Etosha, stopping at watering holes that are known for excellent sightings. Highlights include desert-adapted oryx and springbok, elephant herds and prowling predators such as lions.

After a lunch break, we head back out into this unique wilderness area, going in search of wildlife in the arid bush. This 20,000 km² game park is set around Etosha Pan, a striking natural feature consisting of shallow salt pans stretching out across the flat plains.

Tonight we return to our camp near Etosha Park, to swim in the pool and have sundowners on the deck, before eating dinner and chilling in the bar.

  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Optional Activity: Game Drive

Day 13: Etosha National Park – Namibia

Today we will spend a full day exploring Etosha National Park. Passing through different vegetation zones inhabited by varying wildlife and birds, we make our way to Namutoni in northern Etosha. Look out for elephants, lions, jackals, rhinos and other wildlife, including antelopes, zebra and wildebeest, as we drive.

Tonight we camp close to Etosha Park. After dinner, you can watch wildlife at the floodlit waterhole, where animals are frequently spotted, or take an optional (extra cost) night drive.

  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Included Activity: Game Drive in Safari Truck
  • Optional Activity: Night Game Drive

Day 14: Etosha National Park to Windhoek – Namibia

Leaving the famous Etosha National Park after breakfast today we keep an eye out for animals and birds as we exit the wildlife-rich reserve.

Our destination for the day - Windhoek, the capital city of Namibia. This afternoon you have time to walk around the charming capital and take in the sights. This is the cultural, economic and political heart of the country, a vibrant hub of activity with interesting attractions, shops and historical features. Tonight you can opt to eat out in Windhoek and sample the nightlife.

  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 15: Windhoek to Ghanzi – Botswana

Today we depart from Windhoek, located at the geographic centre of Namibia, travelling east into the Kalahari Desert. Crossing into neighbouring Botswana we head for the remote, small town of Ghanzi.

Here you have the opportunity to spend some time with the Kalahari San people, known as Bushmen. Meet the local San tribe to learn how the original inhabitants of Southern Africa have survived in harsh conditions for tens of thousands of years.

  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Optional Activity: San Bushman Experience

Day 16: Ghanzi to Maun – Botswana

Your overland tour leaves Ghanzi today and continues to the fairly modern town of Maun. Located on the outskirts of the world-famous Okavango Delta, Maun is seen as the tourism capital of Botswana and is the perfect base from which to explore the delta.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Okavango Delta is a destination like no other with a biologically diverse ecosystem that protects and supports a rich variety of flora, wildlife, and birds unique to Southern Africa. Situated in a basin that is surrounded by the Kalahari Desert, every year rains from Angola’s highlands, flow through Namibia and into Botswana, where it floods into the desert, creating the natural wonder that is the Okavango Delta, one of the largest inland deltas in the world.

This nature lover’s paradise is best explored on foot or by the traditional mode of transport called a ‘mokoro’, which is a traditional dug-out canoe steered by a long pole along the myriad of waterways. Once you’ve settled into your accommodation, your tour leader will brief you on what is needed and what to expect on your Mokoro safari exploring the delta tomorrow.

  • Breakfast & Lunch

Day 17: Okavango Delta – Botswana

Today you get to experience one of the best highlights of your time in the Okavango Delta, exploring the area on a mokoro safari. With your supplies packed, you meet your local guide at the Mokoro station, who will expertly steer this traditional dug-out canoe through the reeds with a long pole along the waterways. These waterways are dotted with fishing villages where people still live very traditionally, giving you a glimpse into the lives of the local people. Some of these villages are so remote that they can only be reached by this traditional mode of transport.

The quietness and slowness of the mokoro make for an unforgettable relaxing and tranquil river safari experience taking in the breathtaking scenery, discovering channels and lagoons and spotting wildlife you wouldn’t normally see from a game drive vehicle or on foot. After your mokoro safari experience on the waterways and transfer back, you have the option of experiencing a birdseye view of the Delta with an optional scenic flight (dependent on weather conditions), thereby completing your picture of this unique ecosystem.

  • Breakfast, Lunch

Day 18: Maun to Nata – Botswana

Next, we drive further east through sparsely populated rural Botswana to Nata. Arriving at our campsite near Nata you have the option of embarking on a game drive or bush walk in the lodge's private conservancy. The 16000-hectare wilderness area is home to elephants, buffalos, giraffes, various antelopes, wild dogs, lions and more. Alternatively, splash in the pool and enjoy a sundowner as you watch for wildlife visiting the waterhole at the camp.

  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Optional Activity: Game Drive or Bush Walk

Day 19: Nata to Kasane – Botswana

On day 19 of our Cape Town to Kenya Safari we head north to Kasane near Chobe National Park, the top game park in Botswana.

At our camp along the Chobe River elephants, hippos, other animals and birds are frequent visitors, so keep a watch for them. Enjoy another beautiful sunset over the African bush and fall asleep to the sounds of mother nature.

  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 20: Kasane to Victoria Falls – Zimbabwe

Wake up with the birds to find yourself immersed in mother nature, before setting off on an exhilarating game drive in Chobe Park. After spotting some more of Africa's amazing creatures we pack up camp and return to Kasane. Here we transfer from a 4x4 safari vehicle to a safari truck and head northeast into the landlocked country of Zimbabwe located between the Zambezi and Limpopo Rivers in the part of Africa.

Our destination for the next four days is the bustling town of Victoria Falls which is named after the mighty and magnificent Victoria Falls where your guide will brief you on the wide selection of activities available at Vic Falls. Enjoy these days participating in the wide variety of optional activities, or relax at your accommodation. Centrally located in the town within walking distance of the adventure booking agents, restaurants, and shops for your convenience, your accommodation is also a short walk from the entrance to view the Falls.

Victoria Falls is one of the largest waterfalls in the world and the largest waterfall in Africa. Located on the Zambezi River in southern Africa, it serves as a natural border between Zambia and Zimbabwe. Considered one of the seven natural wonders on Earth, it boats the largest sheet of falling water in the world and is known as Mosi-oa-Tunya (the Smoke that Thunders) It was named Victoria Falls by the explorer, David Livingstone on his expedition here.

  • Breakfast.

Days 21 to 23: Victoria Falls – Zimbabwe

Send four days at Victoria Falls - plenty of time to explore and do fun adventure activities.

There are many things to do at Victoria Falls, including lots of family-friendly activities, like sunset boat cruises, cultural tours, canopy tours, sightseeing, trips to Livingstone Island and tram rides. Or try some of the most adrenaline-pumping activities: bungee jumping, abseiling, white water rafting and gorge swinging, or swim in Devil's Pool on the edge of Victoria Falls. There are also various options for viewing the natural wonder from the sky: helicopter, micro-light, plane or ultra-light. All offer spectacular aerial views of Vic Falls.

Some passengers end their overland tour at Victoria Falls and new travellers often join us for the next stretch of our adventure.

  • Breakfast (x2)

Day 24: Victoria Falls to Livingstone- Zambia

Today we leave Zimbabwe and head for the town of Livingstone in Zambia, allowing you to view Victoria Falls from the Zambian side in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park. You also have the opportunity to enjoy an optional sunset cruise on the Zambezi River, sipping sundowners as you take in the scenery, wildlife and birds, or relax at Victoria Falls Waterfront where you will camp overnight.

  • Brunch, Dinner
  • Optional Activity: Zambezi Sunset Cruise

Day 25: Livingstone to Lusaka - Zambia

This morning we drive north into southern Zambia passing rural villages as we drive through changing vegetation. Zambia is less westernized offering a real African adventure, with interesting cultures and wild landscapes.

We camp on the outskirts of Lusaka, the capital of Zambia. While the rest of the country is less Westernised, Lusaka is considered one of the fastest-growing towns in Central Africa due to its economic boom. At camp, you may see antelopes, including the big eland.

  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 26: Lusaka to South Luangwa- Zambia

Your family safari continues today by exploring the wild South Luangwa National Park in Zambia. South Luangwa is Zambia's leading game park, known for its wildness and incredible beauty. Located along the Luangwa River this remote national park hosts about 60 animal species and 420 bird species. The game park is home to large elephant herds, as well as an abundance of buffalo, hippo, crocodile and various antelope species. The park is also home to good numbers of zebra, giraffe and leopard, among others. The most southern of three national parks in the Luangwa Valley, Luangwa Park covers some 9050 km² of the most fertile part of Luangwa Valley. Here we are immersed in the untamed bush, enjoying excellent game viewing and camping in the safari camp of the park.

  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 27: South Luangwa to Chipata - Zambia

We say goodbye to South Luangwa National Park today and head for the agricultural town of Chipata, the 5th largest town in Zambia where maize, nuts, beans, sunflowers and other agricultural staples are farmed. Conveniently located in the Eastern Province of Zambia and near the border to Malawi, we camp at a campsite in Chipata for the night before departing for Malawi in the morning.

  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Days 28 and 29: Chipata to Lake Malawi - Malawi

This morning we leave Zambia and go from the wildlife and wilderness of South Luangwa to the “Warm Heart of Africa” that is Malawi, where its people are famous for their welcoming smiles. Landlocked by Mozambique, Tanzania, and Zambia, Malawi, surprisingly, is dominated by water.

Lake Malawi, known as “The Lake of Stars” is the lifeblood of Malawi, which gives this small African nation a tropical beach-safari feel. Our destination for the next three days is the shores of Lake Malawi where we spend our days delighting in the warm water and white beaches of this famous lake. Malawi’s sub-tropical climate ensures that plenty of water activities can be enjoyed here and it is especially excellent for freshwater diving with an abundance of more than 500 species of fish to see. We spend two nights camping in the central area along the pristine shores of this vast lake before heading off to the shores of Chitimba in the north.

  • Breakfast (x2)

Day 30: Chitimba - Malawi

We spend our last night in Malawi camping in Chitimba in the Northern area of Lake Malawi. Chitimba is an idyllic tropical beachfront experience with long stretches of soft golden sand and blue waters. Spend your time here relaxing on the pristine, unspoiled beach soaking up the sun and swimming in clear blue fresh water, or watch the local fisherman practice traditional fishing in dug-out canoes and sorting their catch. Explore the markets and learn the traditional game of bao from the friendly locals. There are also plenty of optional activities like horseback riding, and a variety of water activities to enjoy as well as excursions to the local village and school.

  • Breakfast

Day 31: Lake Malawi to Iringa – Tanzania

After unwinding on the shores of scenic Lake Malawi our overland tour crosses into Tanzania at the border post of Songwe. Tanzania is blessed with incredible, and varied natural beauty and wildlife making it a top safari destination with bucket-list attractions like the Serengeti National Park, Mount Kilimanjaro, the tallest mountain in Africa, and Lake Tanganyika, the world’s second-largest and deepest freshwater lake. Boasting 13 game reserves and national parks, this environmentally diverse and unspoiled country is part of the Great Migration, which is one of the world’s largest animal migration movements. Driving through lush highlands where bananas and tea are grown we head to Iringa, a town in the Southern Highlands region of Tanzania. Tonight we camp overnight at a beautiful rustic farmhouse campsite.

  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 32: Iringa to Mikumi - Tanzania

We leave Iringa early this morning and drive through Mikumi National Park encountering relatively habituated wildlife along the roadside en route to our overnight campsite close to Mikumi. Keep an eye out for the colourful shopfronts with their humorous catchphrases along the way.

  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 33: Mikumi to Dar es Salaam - Tanzania

Today our Cape Town to Kenya Overland Tour heads for the commercial port city of Dar es Salaam, the largest city in Tanzania. This modern city is a melting pot of cultures and is considered one of the fastest-growing cities in Africa. We overnight in beautiful beach bandas, waking ready for our Zanzibar beach trip.

  • Breakfast & Lunch

Days 34 and 35: Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar - Tanzania

This morning we embark on our Zanzibar Island beach trip, catching a ferry over to the main island. Zanzibar is one of Africa's top beach destinations, owing to its clear warm waters and unspoilt tropical beaches fringed with palm trees. We spend 3 nights in magical Zanzibar, with the first 2 nights at beach bungalows in Nungwi and our last night in the main town.

New travellers may join our family safari from the Zanzibar trip onwards, and some may end their overland tour back in Dar es Salaam after the Zanzibar Island trip

Steeped in history and known as the Spice Islands, Zanzibar was once an important hub on the old trade route and today exotic spices are still grown here. There is a plethora of activities for visitors to experience. Take an aromatic tour of the spice plantations and experience the sights, sounds and culture of this exotic island. Explore the shops and Sultans' palaces in the ancient Arabic-influenced maze-like streets of Stone Town, and pay homage to the famous singer Freddy Mercury by visiting his family’s former home which is now a museum. Enjoy the pristine, azure beaches and water activities like snorkelling, scuba diving or a fishing trip in a traditional dhow, or hire a moped and explore the more remote areas of the island.

Zanzibar trip note:

As most visitors prefer to explore Zanzibar Island on their own and according to their budget, meals and activities are for your account while you are in Zanzibar. Your tour leader will arrange your chosen activities and join you. You are spoiled for choice meal options with a wide variety of restaurants and cuisines. If you are a seafood lover, a visit to Forodhani Gardens, the local seafood market is a must for the most delicious freshest catch from the ocean.

  • Breakfast (x2)

Day 36: Zanzibar - Tanzania

On our last day in Zanzibar, we head back to Stone Town where we will stay overnight for our return to Dar es Salaam tomorrow.

  • Breakfast

Day 37: Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam – Tanzania

In the afternoon we leave the beach paradise of Zanzibar Island and return to Dar es Salaam. We spend the night at the beach bandas again and continue on the final leg of our family safari adventure to Pangani in the morning.

  • Breakfast

Day 38: Dar es Salaam to Pangani - Tanzania

Early this morning we leave the hustle and bustle of Dar es Salaam and drive through the farmlands of rural Tanzania, following the road north towards Arusha. This transit day takes us through rolling plantations and the open countryside we make our way to the town of Pangani. This Arabic-influenced town has an interesting history with stories of slave smuggling, resistance movements, Zanzibari rule and the trade route from East Africa's coast to the interior. We stay overnight at a hotel in Pangani and continue to Arusha in the morning.

  • Breakfast & Lunch

Day 39: Pangani to Arusha - Tanzania

Leaving Pangani our Cape Town to Kenya Safari heads north past the Usambara and Pare Mountains. Our long day’s drive takes us via the small town of Moshi, which serves as the base for Mount Kilimanjaro treks. On clear days we see the lofty peak - a great photo opportunity, before continuing to Arusha. Tonight we camp in the pretty Meserani area near Arusha, the safari hub for trips to the Northern Safari Circuit of Tanzania. This is the top game viewing region in the country where Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire, Lake Manyara Park and Serengeti National Park are located.

  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 40: Arusha to Karatu - Tanzania

This morning, we visit the Masai Cultural Museum to learn about the tribal people of Tanzania and tour the Meserani Snake Park, home to snakes and other reptiles. You can also explore the fast-growing town of Arusha, browse the local craft markets, or visit the art gallery near our camp to see colourful Tinga Tinga paintings unique to Tanzania. After lunch, we head to the town of Karatu where will camp overnight.

  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 41: Karatu to Serengeti National Park - Tanzania

With an early morning start, we head for the Serengeti National Park via the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Our game drive takes us through the vast plains of the Southern and Central regions of the park, en route to our campsite in the African wilderness.

  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 42: Serengeti National Park & Ngorongoro Conservation Area to Arusha - Tanzania

This morning we set off on a game drive in Serengeti National Park, admiring the scenes of Africa and its free-roaming wildlife. Look out for the Big Five of Africa - elephant, rhino, buffalo, lion and leopard, along with an array of other wild animals. In season we may witness the annual Great Migration when masses of wildebeest, gazelles and zebras stampede across the Serengeti Plains. Then we drive back through the wilderness and along the rim of Ngorongoro Crater back to Arusha. The Ngorongoro Crater boasts an abundance of wildlife from black rhinos and zebras to lions and wildebeest and is one of Africa's prime game viewing areas. This crater is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is an extinct volcano that collapsed in on itself approximately 25 million years ago forming a large super-bowl. The Ngorongoro Crater is the largest unbroken, unflooded volcanic Caldera in the world. After an exciting day of game viewing, we overnight once more in the Meserani area on the outskirts of Arusha.

  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 43: Arusha to Nairobi – Kenya

On the last day of our Cape Town to Kenya Overland Tour, we travel north to Nairobi via the border at Namanga. After our long drive through rural Kenya, we reach the capital city of Kenya where our epic family safari ends.

  • Breakfast

Overland Safari Note:

This affordable family safari starts in Cape Town, South Africa, and travels north through South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Malawi and Tanzania, before ending in Nairobi, Kenya. The overland tour departs from Cape Town on the morning of day three, so we recommend spending a few days exploring the city before your family safari (accommodation can be booked through African Budget Safaris).

This itinerary serves as a guide and may vary from day to day depending on conditions (road, weather, politics and group preferences). All prices are subject to change. Due to Tourism Laws, there may be truck and crew changes during the overland tour.

Great Wildebeest Migration Explained

Please note that the Great Wildebeest Migration is seasonal. As a natural wildlife phenomenon, it is fluid and unpredictable. For this reason, seeing the Great Migration cannot be guaranteed.

The wildebeest and other wild herbivores migrate between Masai Mara in Kenya and Serengeti in Tanzania. These herds move in a massive circular route covering some 1200 miles (1931km). It is a continuous movement of wildlife that can be seen in different areas at different times of the year. During certain phases of this annual trek, the animals disperse or slow down, whilst at other times the migration picks up speed, with the herds becoming larger and denser. Not only does the Wildebeest Great Migration vary from place to place and season to season but the movement of these large wildlife herds varies from year to year.

Please talk to a travel expert at African Budget Safaris about seeing the Wildebeest Great Migration on your safari to find out more. Also, check out our detailed article about the Great Migration in Serengeti and Masai Mara.

Optional Extras and Excursions

For up-to-date and confirmed pricing info for optional items, please drop us an enquiry.

SOUTH AFRICA:

  • Canoeing on the Gariep/Orange River
  • Cape Wine Tasting

NAMIBIA:

SWAKOPMUND ACTIVITIES: 

  • Quad Biking
  • Sand Boarding (Lie Down/ Stand Up)
  • Township Tours
  • Tandem Skydive (Weather Permitting)
  • Horse Riding 
  • Fishing Trips
  • Dolphin Cruises
  • Kayaking
  • Paragliding (Weather Permitting) 
  • Scenic Flights (Weather Permitting)
  • Hot Air Ballooning (Weather Permitting)
  • Golfing

BOTSWANA ACTIVITIES:

  • Kalahari San (Bushman) Experience
  • Scenic Flight Over Delta
  • Nata Game Drive / Bush Walk

ZIMBABWE & VICTORIA FALLS ACTIVITIES:

  • White Water Rafting-Full Day
  • River Boarding combo Raft & Board 
  • Canoeing on Zambezi - Half Day/ Full Day
  • Half Day Adrenaline - George Swing, ZipLine & Flying Fox 
  • Bungee Jump (111m)
  • Tandem Bungee Jump
  • Micro Light over Falls-15mins
  • Helicopter Flight over Falls

ZAMBIA ACTIVITIES:

  • Zambezi River sunset boat cruise

MALAWI ACTIVITIES:

  • Freshwater Diving at Kande Beach
  • Horse Riding at Kande Beach (Bush, Beach & Swim)                             
  • Village Walk & Meal at Kande Beach 
  • Traditional Healer Visit 
  • Livingstonia Mission Hike
  • Carving Lessons & Local Fishing

TANZANIA:

  • Masai Village Visit

ZANZIBAR ACTIVITIES: 

  • Prison Island Snorkeling Trip
  • Diving, Snorkeling & Fishing
  • Motorbike/ Car Hire 
  • Local drivers license/insurance

Child Policy

This tour does take children.

  • This is a family-friendly departure of a regular Africa Overland Tour. The tour is open to people of all ages and is not reserved solely for families with children. This means your children might be the only kids on board.
  • As an Overland Tour, on some days many hours are spent travelling in the overland truck to get from place to place.
  • This is a participation tour, so all clients are requested to assist the tour leaders with cooking, cleaning etc. from time to time.
  • This tour itinerary was not specifically designed for families with children.
  • The minimum age for these family-friendly departures is 6 years.

Please contact African Budget Safaris for further information.

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SOUTH AFRICA:

  • Canoeing on the Gariep/Orange River
  • Cape Wine Tasting

NAMIBIA:

SWAKOPMUND ACTIVITIES: 

  • Quad Biking
  • Sand Boarding (Lie Down/ Stand Up)
  • Township Tours
  • Tandem Skydive (Weather Permitting)
  • Horse Riding 
  • Fishing Trips
  • Dolphin Cruises
  • Kayaking
  • Paragliding (Weather Permitting) 
  • Scenic Flights (Weather Permitting)
  • Hot Air Ballooning (Weather Permitting)
  • Golfing

BOTSWANA ACTIVITIES:

  • Kalahari San (Bushman) Experience
  • Scenic Flight Over Delta
  • Nata Game Drive / Bush Walk

ZIMBABWE & VICTORIA FALLS ACTIVITIES:

  • White Water Rafting-Full Day
  • River Boarding combo Raft & Board 
  • Canoeing on Zambezi - Half Day/ Full Day
  • Half Day Adrenaline - George Swing, ZipLine & Flying Fox 
  • Bungee Jump (111m)
  • Tandem Bungee Jump
  • Micro Light over Falls-15mins
  • Helicopter Flight over Falls

ZAMBIA ACTIVITIES:

  • Zambezi River sunset boat cruise

MALAWI ACTIVITIES:

  • Freshwater Diving at Kande Beach
  • Horse Riding at Kande Beach (Bush, Beach & Swim)                             
  • Village Walk & Meal at Kande Beach 
  • Traditional Healer Visit 
  • Livingstonia Mission Hike
  • Carving Lessons & Local Fishing

TANZANIA:

  • Masai Village Visit

ZANZIBAR ACTIVITIES: 

  • Prison Island Snorkeling Trip
  • Diving, Snorkeling & Fishing
  • Motorbike/ Car Hire 
  • Local drivers license/insurance
+Included in the Tour Price
  • Meals as per itinerary
  • Camping accommodation
  • Tour transport
  • Arrival transfer
  • Activities as indicated
+Not Included in the Tour Price
  • International flights and visas
  • Airport departure taxes
  • Departure transfer
  • Travel Insurance
  • Laundry, tips and personal Items
  • Sleeping bag and pillows
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The discounted tour is available whilst seats are still available.

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If you do not see departures listed for your dates, please do contact us for further info.

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