What wildlife viewing opportunities are available on overland truck tours?

You'll get plenty of chances to see wildlife, especially in famous parks like Kruger, Chobe, and the Serengeti. The tours use both the main truck and special 4x4 vehicles to find and watch animals, giving you the best shot at seeing the "Big Five" - lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffalo. As one of our travelers said, "spectacular sightings of animals and great game drives, especially in places like Etosha where animals gather around waterholes."

What kind of weather conditions should I prepare for?

The weather really changes depending on where you are. Take the Serengeti - during the day it can get up to 86°F (30°C), but over in Ngorongoro Crater, nights might drop to 50°F (10°C). If you're mainly interested in seeing wildlife, plan your trip during the dry season from May to October. The wet season, from November to April, gives you greener scenery but the roads can get pretty muddy.

What type of accommodation can I expect on an overland truck tour?

You'll mostly switch between camping and simple lodges. When you're camping, like at Merry Pebbles Camp near Kruger Park, you'll sleep in good quality dome tents that come with bug nets and thick mattresses. Some nights you'll stay in hotels - the Airport Game Lodge in Johannesburg is one example. One of our travelers noted, "the campsites were a lot better than expected with reasonable showers and good facilities."

What kind of meals are provided during overland truck tours?

You'll usually get 2-3 meals a day, mixed between meals your guide cooks and local restaurants. For instance, in Victoria Falls, you might have lunch at the local Lusumpuko Women's Club. One of our travelers mentioned, "the food was excellent, the CEOs cooked great meals, and there was always consideration for dietary restrictions." You'll also have some meals on your own so you can try local spots that interest you.

What optional activities are available during free time?

You can add lots of extra activities to your trip. At Victoria Falls, you might want to take a scenic flight ($150-284 USD) or try whitewater rafting ($120 USD) or bungee jumping ($168 USD). In Swakopmund, people often go sandboarding (700 NAD), skydiving, or take flights over the Skeleton Coast (4800 NAD). You can also do things like wine tasting, visit local villages, or take boat trips. It's up to you which extras you want to add.

What's included in the transport setup on overland truck tours?

Most of your travel will be in specially built trucks (called Landos) with big windows, comfy seats, places to charge your devices, and room for your bags. For example, if you're going from Cape Town to the Serengeti, these trucks have roofs that open up for better wildlife viewing. When needed, you'll switch to 4x4s for certain safari drives. One traveler told us, "The trucks are surprisingly comfortable for long distances, with good legroom and regular stops every few hours."

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Kenya & Tanzania Adventure
4.5 (78 traveler reviews)
"The trip offers amazing safari, beautiful scenery, real variety and just an overall brilliant holiday."
Katharine, traveled in November
Duration
14 days
Destinations
Nairobi, Lake Nakuru National Park,Maasai Mara National Reserve,Musoma,Serengeti National Park,Ngorongoro Conservation Area,Lake Manyara,Arusha,Zanzibar,Changu Island,Nungwi+9 more
Age Range
Ages 16+
Operated in
English
Operator
Exodus Adventure Travels
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NZ$10,120per person
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Botswana and Falls Overland: Wildlife Walks & Safari Drives
4.8 (25 traveler reviews)
"Lots of amazing places you visit. Price is unbeatable."
Janosch, traveled in March
Duration
8 days
Destinations
South Africa Botswana Zimbabwe
Age Range
Ages 18-39
Operated in
English
Operator
G Adventures
20% Off
From $1,999
NZ$1,599per person
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Upper Mustang Tour by Jeep
Duration
11 days
Destinations
Kathmandu, Pokhara, Marpha, Kagbeni, Lo Manthang, Tsarang,Samar,Tatopani+2 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
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Himalaya MountainsMount Annapurna+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Adventure Himalayan Travels
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NZ$2,980per person
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Kenya and Tanzania Overland Safari - 14 Days
4.3 (13 traveler reviews)
"We had a lifetime experience with Nancy with the host of safari packages which she offered."
Ashish, traveled in January
Duration
14 days
Destinations
Nairobi, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Lake Naivasha,Lake Nakuru,Amboseli National Park,Arusha,Tarangire National Park,Lake Manyara,Serengeti National Park,Ngorongoro Conservation Area+7 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
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Africa Venture Safaris
20% Off
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NZ$4,784per person
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Alaska Kenai Adventure 9 Days
5.0 (18 traveler reviews)
"Excellent trip! I would absolutely recommend the Infinite Adventures trips to anyone who loves an adventure."
Quinn, traveled in August
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Anchorage, Seward, Kenai Fjords National Park, Kenai,Homer,Seldovia+2 more
Age Range
Ages 15+
Regions
Western USA Alaska
Operated in
English
Operator
Infinite Adventures
20% Off
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NZ$5,019per person
+$1,007 local payments
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Journeys: Explore Kruger National Park National Geographic Journeys
4.1 (7 traveler reviews)
"The experience was enhanced not only by the beautiful lodgings, delicious cuisine, expert drivers and trackers."
Catherine, traveled in May
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Johannesburg, Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve,Kruger National Park,Karongwe+2 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Operated in
English
Operator
National Geographic Journeys with G Adventures
30% Off
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NZ$3,779per person
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The Grand Southern Safari (23 destinations)
4.5 (2 traveler reviews)
"It was absolutely FANTASTIC! It was very well organized & I can't say anything but great things about it."
KIM, traveled in June
Duration
20 days
Destinations
South Africa Namibia Botswana Zambia Zimbabwe
Age Range
Ages 10+
Operated in
English
Operator
Encounters Travel
10% Off
From $6,215
NZ$5,595per person
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Serengeti Trail (8 destinations)
4.6 (99 traveler reviews) award winner
"Safety was always held as a priority. The group was so taken care of and ensured all our needs were met."
Nicole, traveled in December
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Nairobi, Amboseli National Park, Mto Wa Mbu, Ngorongoro,Serengeti National Park,Karatu,Arusha+3 more
Age Range
Ages 15+
Operated in
English
Operator
Intrepid Travel
30% Off
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NZ$2,849per person
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Kruger & Coast (5 destinations)
4.8 (22 traveler reviews)
"One of the best vacations I've ever had. It's a must do."
Akeem, traveled in December
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Johannesburg, Kruger National Park,Hlane Royal National Park,St Lucia,Durban+3 more
Age Range
Ages 15+
National Park
Kruger National Park
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English
Operator
Intrepid Travel
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NZ$1,965per person
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Kruger, Coast & Cape
3.8 (4 traveler reviews)
"The amount of sights/activities/scenery you see in the two weeks is amazing. Loved it!"
Duration
22 days
Destinations
Johannesburg, Kruger National Park,Hlane Royal National Park,St Lucia,Durban,Ukhahlamba-Drakensberg Park,Cintsa,Addo Elephant National Park,Tsitsikamma National Park,Oudtshoorn,Bontebok National Park,L'Agulhas,Hermanus,Cape Town+12 more
Age Range
Ages 15+
Operated in
English
Operator
Intrepid Travel
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Okavango Experience (8 destinations)
4.6 (61 traveler reviews)
"The experience was great. Need to expect long days, bumpy roads and lots of heat."
Eric, traveled in October
Duration
10 days
Destinations
South Africa Botswana Zimbabwe
Age Range
Ages 15+
Regions
OkavangoVictoria FallsChobe National Park+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Intrepid Travel
20% Off
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NZ$2,364per person
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Kenya Wildlife Safari
4.7 (57 traveler reviews) award winner
"This trip was a well-organized adventure that exceeded all my expectations."
Anna, traveled in September
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Nairobi, Lake Nakuru National Park, Lake Naivasha,Maasai Mara National Reserve+1 more
Age Range
Ages 15+
Operated in
English
Operator
Intrepid Travel
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NZ$2,476per person
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Victoria Falls to Cape Town - Camping
4.2 (50 traveler reviews)
"It was an amazing experience. What a fantastic trip."
Donna, traveled in August
Duration
20 days
Destinations
Zimbabwe Zambia Botswana Namibia South Africa
Age Range
Ages 16+
Operated in
English
Operator
Exodus Adventure Travels
9% Off
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NZ$4,950per person
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5 Day Kakadu Katherine Litchfield 4WD Active Adventure (Camping)
4.1 (7 traveler reviews)
"Stunning scenery, fun group."
Sue, traveled in July
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Darwin, Kakadu, Jabiru, Kakadu National Park,Nitmiluk National Park,Katherine,Adelaide River,Litchfield National Park+4 more
Age Range
Ages 8+
Regions
Australia Northern TerritoryKakadu National Park+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Autopia Tours
9% Off
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NZ$2,204per person
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The Absolute Safari
4.6 (42 traveler reviews)
"My journey with Absolute Africa on the Absolute Safari tour was nothing short of extraordinary."
zoe, traveled in January
Duration
77 days
Destinations
Kenya Uganda Rwanda Tanzania Malawi Zambia Zimbabwe Botswana Namibia South Africa+3 more
Age Range
Ages 18+
Operated in
English
Operator
Absolute Africa
7% Off
From $8,655
NZ$8,049per person
+$2,115 local payments
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