Africa Encompassed Northbound

Africa Encompassed Northbound

Witness vast landscapes, natural wonders, towns rich in cultural traditions and modern cities humming with life on this epic journey through Africa. This 64-day odyssey takes you from cosmopolitan Cape Town to the bustling streets of Nairobi, travelling through immense canyons, verdant mountains, gorgeous beaches and beautiful villages along the way. Encounter the sweeping beauty of the Serengeti, meet the San people, have close encounters with mountain gorillas and be warmed by Malawi. Camp on balmy beaches in Tanzania, trek through steamy rainforest and see cheeky chimps at play in Uganda. With unforgettable inclusions plus plenty of freedom, this adventure was designed for curious travellers with a strong independent streak.

Activities

• Fish River Canyon – Canyon entrance
• Sossusvlei – 4×4 Tour
• Sesriem – Sand dunes visit
• Cape Cross Nature Reserve – Cape Cross seal colony
• Etosha National Park – Overland Vehicle Game Drive
• Grootfontein – San Bushman cultural experience
• Okavango Delta – Mokoro safari
• Okavango Delta – Nature Walk
• Chobe National Park – Dawn Open 4×4 Game Drive
• Victoria Falls – Victoria Falls Wildlife Trust Visit
• Masvingo – Great Zimbabwe Ruins guided visit
• South Luangwa – Jewellery workshop Project
• South Luangwa National Park – 4×4 Afternoon Game Drive
• South Luangwa National Park – 4×4 Dawn Game Drive
• Mikumi National Park – 4×4 Game Drive
• Irente – Lushoto hike
• Irente – Local lunch
• Ngorongoro Forest – Elephant Cave Trek
• Ngorongoro Crater – 4×4 Game Drive
• Serengeti National Park – 4×4 Game Drive
• Serengeti National Park – 4×4 Game Drive
• Serengeti National Park – 4×4 Game Drive
• Mto wa Mbu – Cooking class, crafts & village walk
• Lake Nakuru – Overland Vehicle Game Drive
• Lake Nakuru – Morning Overland Vehicle Game Drive
• Queen Elizabeth National Park – Overland Vehicle Game Drive
• Bwindi National Park – Mountain Gorilla Permit & Trek
• Kericho – Tea plantation visit
• Masai Mara National Reserve – 4×4 Game Drive
• Masai Mara National Reserve – Full Day 4×4 Game Drive
• Loita Hills – Maasai Village Visit

Highlights

• Gorilla permits included! Seek out the rare mountain gorilla on a trek through Uganda’s steamy forests and spend an unforgettable hour in their presence.
• Go on safaris in iconic spots like Ngorongoro Crater, the Serengeti savanna, the Okavango Delta and the Masai Mara.
• A local leader and crew, plus plenty of time in villages and small towns, means you’ll have the opportunity to meet heaps of locals from all walks of life.
• Chill out on the northern beaches of Zanzibar, enjoying white sand and the sparkling blue waters of the Indian Ocean.
• Travel for good! Visit community-based projects that empower women, promote economic freedom and protect wildlife.