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The Big Overlander Northbound - 41 days

41 days
From Cape Town to Nairobi
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Overland Truck
Off-the-grid adventures with a rugged edge
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 6 - 16
Age range 18 to 75
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Highlights

  • Explore Cape Town's vibrant townships
  • Camp by the Olifants River in Cederberg
  • Canoe along the Orange River
  • Witness the vast Fish River Canyon
  • Climb the towering Dune 45 in Namib

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Cape Town
  2. Day 2 The Orange River
  3. Day 3 Fish River Canyon
  4. Day 4 Namib Naukluft National Park
  5. Day 5 Dune 45, Deadvlei & Sesriem
  6. Day 6-7 Swakopmund
  7. Day 8 Spitzkoppe
  8. Day 9-10 Etosha National Park
  9. Day 11 Windhoek
  10. Day 12 San Bushmen experience
  11. Day 13 Maun & optional Okavango Delta flight
  12. Day 14-15 The Okavango Delta
  13. Day 16 Nata Region
  14. Day 17 Chobe River cruise
  15. Day 18 Chobe game drive & the Victoria Falls
  16. Day 19-20 Livingstone
  17. Day 21 Lusaka
  18. Day 22 The Great East Road
  19. Day 23 South Luangwa National Park
  20. Day 24 South Luangwa NP game drive
  21. Day 25-26 Kande Beach, Lake Malawi
  22. Day 27 Chitimba Beach, Lake Malawi
  23. Day 28 Crossing into Tanzania
  24. Day 29 Mikumi National Park
  25. Day 30 Wildlife & Dar es Salaam
  26. Day 31-34 Zanzibar beach break
  27. Day 35 Bagamoyo
  28. Day 36 Views of Kilimanjaro
  29. Day 37 Arusha
  30. Day 38 Serengeti National Park
  31. Day 39-40 Ngorongoro Crater
  32. Day 41 Nairobi
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What's Included

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What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Operated by

On The Go Tours

Number of tours

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Age Range

5 to 99 years old

Response time

7 hours

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Customer Reviews

  • Lori
    · November 20th, 2022
    The itinerary was perfect and the guide/driver/cook were excellent The only thing I would change is the visit to the Masiii village. I felt it was too dirty and it was sad to see the kids wirh eyes falling their it would not get open
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  • Aimee
    · October 18th, 2022
    Great tour - not only did we have a fantastic time on Safari and get to see the Big 5 but our cook (Malinga), driver (Steve) and guide (Leah) were fantastic. They went over and beyond to help us see so many animals, were patient when we had any issues, and ensured I could eat all the meals (I can't have dairy or gluten). All in all a great trip for the cost. Although be warned this is 100% a rough and tough camping trip - expect zero luxury!
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  • Stephen
    · April 26th, 2025
    Aaron was very good guide. Stopping when needed for bathrooms. The distance between some locations is very far. The seat belts in the Safari Tour Truck were not to be used because they do not work. I buckeled up and then found the seat belt would NOT unbuckle. Ask the driver to cut the belt but he said no his safari truck would not pass inspection if he cut the belt. I should not have used it...... Do you have any idea what his means.... it is NOT Safety First, it is just get the people thourgh the system.
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Dates & Availability

41 days
The Big Overlander Northbound - 41 days
From Cape Town to Nairobi

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    Johan

    Asked on March 17th, 2025

    What are the visa requirements for this tour?

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    • On The Go ToursOperatorWritten March 2025

      Visa procurement is the responsibility of the traveller. It's advised to obtain visas prior to departure where possible.

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    Danielle

    Asked on March 1st, 2025

    What sort of meals can we expect and on days where we have to provide our own meals how much can we expect to spend? How would we go about washing our clothes?

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    • On The Go ToursOperatorWritten March 2025

      We would offer a variety of dishes to suit different tastes. On days when meals are not provided, you can expect to spend approximately $10 to $20 per meal, depending on the location and your preferences. Regarding laundry, many campsites and lodges along the route offer laundry services, allowing you to wash your clothes conveniently during the trip.

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    Lupita

    Asked on January 13th, 2025

    What is the maximum age limit for participants on this tour?

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    • On The Go ToursOperatorWritten January 2025

      The maximum age on this tour is 75, and participants are recommended to fill out a Tour Suitability Form.

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    Lorena

    Asked on December 3rd, 2024

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      You can update your travel documentation online prior to the tour's departure.

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    Laura

    Asked on November 29th, 2024

    Are long bumpy rides part of the experience?

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    • On The Go ToursOperatorWritten November 2024

      Yes, this tour often includes long bumpy rides on unpaved roads as part of the adventure.

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    • On The Go ToursOperatorWritten October 2024

      The groups usually consist of around 8 to 12 people, depending on bookings.

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    Nadine

    Asked on October 9th, 2024

    Is there a single supplement fee for solo travellers?

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    • On The Go ToursOperatorWritten October 2024

      There is no single supplement fee; solo travellers will be paired with another traveller of the same gender or have their own tent if no one is available.

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Tour ID: 241086

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  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveler from New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types D, M, G.

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    Botswana
    Type M
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    Type G
    Kenya, Malawi, Tanzania and Zambia
  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Botswana, Kenya, Malawi, Namibia, South Africa, Tanzania and Zambia. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Botswana, Kenya, Malawi, Namibia, South Africa, Tanzania and Zambia. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Botswana, Kenya, Malawi, Namibia, South Africa, Tanzania and Zambia. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Botswana, Kenya, Malawi, Namibia, South Africa, Tanzania and Zambia. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Botswana, Kenya, Malawi, Namibia, Tanzania and Zambia. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Botswana, Malawi, Namibia and South Africa. Yellow fever - Recommended for Kenya. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Cholera - Recommended for Kenya, Malawi, Namibia, South Africa, Tanzania and Zambia. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Meningococcal meningitis - Recommended for Kenya, Tanzania and Zambia. Ideally 3 weeks before travel.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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