Itinerary
- Day 1
Cape Town to Cederberg
Your journey begins with a township tour through Cape Flats, where you'll learn about life during and after apartheid from local guides. After that, you head north up the West Coast toward the Cederberg area. By evening, you'll be settling into your first night camping under the African sky.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Township tour in Cape Flats
- Travel to Cederberg area
Landmarks/POIs Cape Flats Cederberg - Day 2
Cederberg to Richtersveld
Travel north through the Karoo of the Northern Cape and cross into Namibia at the Gariep Orange River. The landscape opens up with wide spaces as you explore the Richtersveld area, taking in the scenery from different vantage points along the way.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Travel through Northern Cape Karoo
- Richtersveld sightseeing
Landmarks/POIs Karoo Gariep Orange River Richtersveld - Day 3
Richtersveld to Fish River Canyon
You have the option to paddle out on a canoe trip on the Orange River to explore the Richtersveld from the water. From there, you continue to the Fish River Canyon where late afternoon light reflects beautifully off the different rock layers as you take in the views.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Travel to Fish River Canyon
Optional Activities
- Canoe trip on Orange River
Landmarks/POIs Orange River Fish River Canyon - Day 4
Fish River Canyon to Namib Naukluft
Head deeper into Namibia on dirt roads, crossing over the Tsaris Pass toward the Namib Naukluft area. You'll camp for the night to prepare for tomorrow's visit to Sesriem and Sossusvlei, so get some rest at your base camp.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Travel over Tsaris Pass
- Namib Naukluft area sightseeing
Landmarks/POIs Tsaris Pass Namib Naukluft National Park - Day 5
Namib Naukluft - Sossusvlei
Rise early and head into Namib Naukluft National Park. Climb Dune 45 for panoramic views across the sand-sea, then walk through Deadvlei with its stark white salt pan. Later you visit Sesriem Canyon beneath the red dunes. By evening, you're sleeping under the desert stars on a local farm in the Khomas region.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided visit to Dune 45 with climbing
- Guided walk through Deadvlei
- Visit to Sesriem Canyon
Landmarks/POIs Dune 45 Deadvlei Sesriem Canyon - Day 6
Namib Naukluft to Swakopmund
Head west toward the Atlantic seaboard, crossing the Tropic of Capricorn and descending the Kuiseb Pass. The landscape changes as dunes rise from the flat coastal plateau before you reach Swakopmund, your base for the next day's activities.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cross Tropic of Capricorn
- Travel via Kuiseb Pass to Swakopmund
Landmarks/POIs Tropic of Capricorn Kuiseb Pass Swakopmund - Day 7
Swakopmund
Today is free to choose how you spend it. For adventure seekers, try quad biking, tandem skydiving over the dunes, sandboarding, fishing, or a seal boat ride. If you prefer something quieter, wander through museums, historic monuments, or browse the local markets and cafes.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Quad bike the dunes
- Tandem skydive over dunes
- Sandboarding
- Fishing tours
- Seal boat rides
- Museum visits
- Historic monument tours
- Shopping and cafes
Landmarks/POIs Swakopmund - Day 8
Swakopmund to Spitzkoppe
Head inland to Spitzkoppe where granite boulders rise dramatically from the flat plateau. A local guide shows you rock overhangs and explains the San bushmen drawings and depictions left centuries ago. After exploring, you settle in to spend the night under the stars for an authentic African experience.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided exploration of Spitzkoppe overhangs and rock drawings
Landmarks/POIs Spitzkoppe - Day 9
Spitzkoppe to Etosha National Park
Leave Spitzkoppe and drive north toward the famous Etosha National Park. Along the way, you're game driving and looking for wildlife. At camp, you can watch the waterhole through the evening to see which animals come down to drink as night falls.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Game drive into Etosha National Park
Landmarks/POIs Etosha National Park - Day 10
Etosha National Park
Wake before sunrise and head out to search for predators and other wildlife as the park comes alive. You'll see a variety of mammals and birds including Kori Bustard, Secretary Bird, springbok, oryx, and different birds of prey throughout the day.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Early morning guided game drive
Landmarks/POIs Etosha National Park - Day 11
Etosha to Windhoek
Pass through farming towns where you get a sense of everyday life for local Namibians. Then continue to Windhoek, Namibia's capital with the largest population concentration. By evening, the group often gathers for a meal at the legendary Joe's Beerhouse.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Travel through farming towns
- Arrival in Windhoek
Optional Activities
- Meal at Joe's Beerhouse
Landmarks/POIs Windhoek - Day 12
Windhoek to Kalahari
Head east from Windhoek toward Gobabis and onward to camp 20km from the Botswana border. On a nature walk, you meet Kalahari Bushmen and learn how these skilled hunters and gatherers have survived in the harsh desert environment for generations.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Nature walk with Kalahari Bushmen
Landmarks/POIs Kalahari - Day 13
Kalahari to Maun
Cross into Botswana and continue to Maun, the gateway to the Okavango Delta. This small frontier town has been the launching point for adventurers heading into the delta for ages. After stocking up on supplies, you head to camp for a swim, volleyball, or just relaxing.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cross into Botswana
- Travel to Maun
Optional Activities
- Swimming
- Volleyball
- Leisure activities
Landmarks/POIs Maun Okavango Delta - Day 14
Maun to Okavango Delta
Load up your gear and head across sandy terrain to the poling station at the water's edge. Meet resident guides who take you out on mokoros, traditional canoes, to your camp in the wild. The gentle rocking motion of the canoe offers a unique way to take in the delta's scenic beauty before you go on a nature walk as the day cools.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Transfer to poling station
- Mokoro (canoe) journey through Okavango Delta
- Nature walk
Landmarks/POIs Okavango Delta - Day 15
Okavango Delta to Maun
Start early with a walking game search as the sun rises. After the walk, you pack up camp and return by mokoro across the delta back toward Maun. Water levels determine whether you see more wildlife from walking or from the canoes. An optional scenic flight is available to see the falls and channels from above.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Early morning guided nature walk
- Mokoro journey back to Maun
Optional Activities
- Scenic flight over Okavango Delta
Landmarks/POIs Okavango Delta - Day 16
Maun to Nata
Travel to Nata, a small town at the crossroads of north-south and eastern routes on the edge of the great salt pans. Your camp sits in an open wildlife area with a lovely waterhole that often hosts elephants migrating through the region during certain seasons.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Travel to Nata
Landmarks/POIs Nata - Day 17
Nata to Kasane
Journey north through vast mopane woodlands to Kasane at the edge of Chobe National Park. This afternoon, board the Fish Eagle Cruise and glide along the Chobe River watching animals come down to drink and play. The birdlife from the water is particularly good.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Fish Eagle Cruise on Chobe River
Landmarks/POIs Chobe National Park Chobe River - Day 18
Kasane to Livingstone
Explore Chobe National Park on an open vehicle game drive, spotting large populations of elephants, lions, and different antelope species. Later, cross via ferry into Zambia over the Chobe and Zambezi Rivers confluence. Reach Livingstone camp on the Zambezi banks with river views. After settling in, visit Mosi oa Tunya National Park to see Victoria Falls.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Chobe National Park game drive
- Ferry crossing into Zambia
- Mosi oa Tunya National Park visit with Victoria Falls viewing
Landmarks/POIs Chobe National Park Chobe River Zambezi River Mosi oa Tunya National Park Victoria Falls - Days 19 - 20
Livingstone
You have two free days to explore Livingstone and the surrounding area. For those seeking thrills, try bridge jumping, flying over Victoria Falls, or white water rafting the Zambezi. For quieter experiences, consider scenic village tours or shopping at local markets.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Bridge jumping
- Tandem skydiving over Victoria Falls
- White water rafting on Zambezi River
- Scenic village tours
- Local market shopping
Landmarks/POIs Victoria Falls Zambezi River - Day 21
Livingstone to Lusaka
Leave Livingstone and head to Lusaka, Zambia's capital and Southern Africa's fastest growing city. Lusaka sits on the southern plateau at 1300m elevation with approximately 1.7 million people and four main highways connecting to different parts of Africa.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Travel to Lusaka
Landmarks/POIs Lusaka - Day 22
Lusaka to Petauke
Leave early and take the Great East Road linking Zambia with Malawi. Drive through lush countryside and small villages, cross the Luangwa River, and reach accommodation situated 5km from Petauke as the day winds down.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Travel via Great East Road
- Luangwa River crossing
Landmarks/POIs Luangwa River - Day 23
South Luangwa National Park
Arrive at South Luangwa National Park, one of Africa's greatest wildlife reserves and the birthplace of the walking safari. The afternoon is free, so you can take an optional game walk or sunset drive to explore the surroundings and adjust to the African wilderness sounds.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Game walks
- Sunset game drives
Landmarks/POIs South Luangwa National Park - Day 24
South Luangwa National Park Game Drive
Rise early for a guided game drive with your resident guide. The park harbors 60 animal species and over 400 bird species including hippos, elephants, lions, leopards, buffalo, and giraffe across 20,000 sq. miles of savannah. After the drive, you head to Chipata for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided game drive through South Luangwa National Park
Landmarks/POIs South Luangwa National Park Luangwa River - Day 25
Chipata to Lake Malawi
Pass through textile villages on your way out of South Luangwa and continue to the border. Cross into Malawi, known as the warm heart of Africa, and make your way to Lake Malawi where you'll spend the next two nights enjoying warm waters and sandy beaches.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Travel through textile villages
- Cross into Malawi
- Travel to Lake Malawi
Landmarks/POIs Lake Malawi - Day 26
Lake Malawi
Wake to the sound of water lapping the sandy beach with a free day ahead. Snorkel the underwater world, hire a pedalo, walk through the village to meet locals, or learn to play Bao at the wood-craft stalls. The choice is yours to relax or explore.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Snorkeling and swimming
- Pedalo rental
- Village walks
- Learning Bao game
- Local activities
Landmarks/POIs Lake Malawi - Day 27
Lake Malawi to Chitimba Beach
Travel further along the lake through rubber tree forests to Mzuzu in northern Malawi. Stop to stock up on supplies and explore the local market. Then continue along the higher plateau to Chitimba Beach in the northern part of the lake for a two-night stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Travel through rubber tree forests
- Market exploration in Mzuzu
Landmarks/POIs Mzuzu Chitimba Beach - Day 28
Chitimba Beach to Iringa
Leave Malawi behind and head to higher ground, crossing into Tanzania. Pass through small villages in the Tanzanian highlands and reach Iringa where you spend your first night. Camp sits on a working farm with a tranquil setting.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cross into Tanzania
- Travel through Tanzanian highlands
Landmarks/POIs Iringa - Day 29
Iringa to Mikumi National Park
Depart for the Southern Highlands with views across the landscape as you head east to Mikumi National Park. At 3230 sq. km, it's Tanzania's 4th largest park with buffaloes, elephants, lions, various antelope species, and endangered wild dogs. Camp is near the park gates with an optional safari available.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Travel to Mikumi National Park
Optional Activities
- Open 4x4 safari inside Mikumi National Park
Landmarks/POIs Mikumi National Park - Day 30
Mikumi to Dar es Salaam
Drive further east through Mikumi National Park toward Dar es Salaam. As you near the coast, traffic increases and villages blend together with quirky shop signs appearing everywhere. Camp is situated on a beach south of the city, giving you your first view of the Indian Ocean.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Travel via Mikumi National Park to coast
Landmarks/POIs Dar es Salaam Indian Ocean - Day 31
Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar
Leave your Acacia vehicle at camp and make your way to the busy ferry terminal to board the ferry to Zanzibar, the spice island. Time over the next days is spent at leisure exploring the island's sights, tastes, and sounds. Your group typically spends one night in Stone Town and the remaining nights at northern beaches.
Included Activities
- Ferry to Zanzibar
Landmarks/POIs Zanzibar Stone Town - Days 32 - 34
Zanzibar
Spend three days enjoying Zanzibar's pristine beaches, azure waters, and island experiences. Whether you're relaxing on powdery white sand, swimming, scuba diving through colorful reefs, or tasting delicious island cuisine, the island offers something for everyone.
Optional Activities
- Beach relaxation
- Swimming
- Scuba diving
- Island cuisine
- Water activities
Landmarks/POIs Zanzibar - Day 35
Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam
Pack your bags and squeeze in last-minute shopping in Stone Town before boarding the ferry back to your Acacia vehicle on the mainland. Spend your final night on the warm beach washed by the Indian Ocean waves.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Ferry back to mainland
Optional Activities
- Shopping in Stone Town
Landmarks/POIs Stone Town - Day 36
Dar es Salaam to Marangu
Head north past the Usambara Mountains, winding through farming villages. As you near Kilimanjaro this afternoon, watch the horizon hoping to catch a glimpse of the summit as you drive toward the base of Africa's highest peak and your camp at Marangu.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Travel toward Mount Kilimanjaro base
- Pass Usambara Mountains
Landmarks/POIs Usambara Mountains Mount Kilimanjaro Marangu - Day 37
Marangu to Arusha
Wind along Kilimanjaro's base through the bustling town of Moshi with its bikes, matatus, and busy foot traffic. Then make your way to Arusha, Tanzania's safari capital. Located amidst coffee plantations at Mount Meru's base, Arusha serves as the jumping off point for safaris into surrounding parks including the highly sought Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Travel through Moshi
- Arrival in Arusha
Landmarks/POIs Moshi Arusha Mount Meru Serengeti National Park Ngorongoro Crater - Day 38
Arusha to Serengeti National Park
Switch into smaller safari vehicles and meet resident guides who know the area well. Hit the road toward the Serengeti, passing up the Rift Valley with magnificent views of Lake Manyara and wildlife dotted around its shores. After passing through the farming town of Karatu, you transit through Ngorongoro Conservation Area and enter the Serengeti. Game drive across the savannah searching for resident wildlife and the Great Migration depending on rainfall patterns.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Transfer to safari vehicles
- Game drive through Rift Valley
- Lake Manyara viewing
- Transit through Ngorongoro Conservation Area
- Game drive through Serengeti National Park
Landmarks/POIs Rift Valley Lake Manyara Karatu Ngorongoro Conservation Area Serengeti National Park - Day 39
Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater
Rise as dawn breaks and head out as soon as light allows to search for predators still hunting. After the game drive, return to camp to pack up and head to Ngorongoro Crater. Spend the night on the 2400m high crater rim with views down into the caldera, which is a World Heritage Site.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Early morning predator game drive
- Travel to Ngorongoro Crater
Landmarks/POIs Serengeti National Park Ngorongoro Crater - Day 40
Ngorongoro Crater
Have a quick breakfast and head out to explore the crater. Wind down the steep crater road to the base 600m below and begin spotting herds. Spend the morning crisscrossing the caldera, which hosts abundant wildlife due to rich fertile soil and varied habitats. Return to your Acacia vehicle at Arusha in the afternoon and share tales of your wild experiences.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Guided game drive in Ngorongoro Crater
Landmarks/POIs Ngorongoro Crater - Day 41
Arusha to Nairobi
Make your final journey crossing the border into Kenya. Complete border formalities and continue to Nairobi, the capital city, where your adventure safari tour ends on arrival.
Included Activities
- Cross into Kenya
- Travel to Nairobi
Landmarks/POIs Nairobi
