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46 day Northern Trek. Johannesburg to Nairobi
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This backpacker tour starts in Johannesburg, travels north through South Africa, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Malawi, Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, and ends in Nairobi, Kenya.
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Pre-departure meeting: 17:00pm the day before at the departure point Departure point: Johannesburg, Backpackers Ritz, 1A North Road, Dunkeld West Check-in: 08:45am Departure: 09:30am Accommodation: Camping Group size: Max of 30 passengers Safari vehicle: Overland truck
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Please note that this tour operates in both directions.
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Day 1: Johannesburg to Hazyview, South Africa
Your African overland tour departs from Johannesburg and heads towards the Lowveld to the world renowned Kruger National Park, your base for the next 2 nights. Here you will be able to refresh in the swimming pool, or take a much needed hot shower before relaxing around the camp fire. Lunch and dinner is included. |
Days 2 & 3: Hazyview to Graskop, South AfricaOn day 2 you explore the wonder and beauty of the Kruger National Park, one of the most famous wildlife parks in the world. Your day is spent a full game drives, searching for the famous Big Five and many other animal species that inhabit this wildlife sanctuary. Tonight you will have the option of participating in the night game drive, where you will be introduced to the nocturnal world of the Park. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is included.
On day 3, you leave the Lowveld, climbing the altitude of the charming town of Graskop. It is from here that you will explore the many wonders of Mpumalanga, known for having some of the best landscapes in South Africa. Stops include the striking Blyde River Canyon and God's Window. You set up camp on lush grass, with a chance to enjoy the sparkling swimming pool. For the night owls, why not sample Graskop's nightlife? Breakfast, lunch and dinner is included. |
Day 4: Graskop to Messina, South AfricaToday is a long but lovely drive up north toward Zimbabwe. This is your chance to sit back and enjoy the scenery, or catch up on some reading or sleep. You spend you last night in South Africa in Messina, an area said to be one of the hottest in Africa. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is included. |
Day 5: Messina to Masivingo, Zimbabwe
Today your African overland tour leaves South Africa and enters Zimbabwe, a country steeped in culture, tradition and natural beauty. You make your way to the town of Masivingo, situated on the outskirts of the Great Zimbabwe Ruins. You have time to explore this ancient wonderland before setting up camp for the night. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is included. |
Day 6: Masivingo to Gweru, ZimbabweToday your journey continues to Gweru, situated in the Zimbabwe Midlands. You stop at the Antelope Park, where you can partake in a unique and memorable experience - Walking with Lions. In addition to Lion, other wildlife found in this Park includes Elephant, Giraffe, Zebra, Wildebeest and 150 bird species. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is included. |
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Page: 2 Day 7: Gweru - Antelope Park, Zimbabwe
Your day is spent at leisure, participating in various activities, from walking with Lion and Elephant riding, to tranquil swimming and fishing. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is included. ...
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Page: 3 Days 13 & 14: Victoria Falls to Lake Kariba, Zambia
This morning you depart camp, cross the Victoria Falls Bridge and the Zambezi River, and enter into the town of Livingstone in Zambia. You head to Lake Kariba, your home for the next 2 nights. Lake Kariba prides itself on being one of the largest man made ...
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Page: 4 Day 22: Iringa to Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
The following morning you depart to Dar Es Salaam, passing through Mikumi National Park where you can view a range of wildlife from the roadside. Upon arrival in Dar Es Salaam you spend the evening at a beach hotel/campsite in the north o ...
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Page: 7 Day 42: Kampala to Jinja, Uganda
Today you will have the option of white river rafting down the Nile River. You will be collected from Kampala and transferred where you can enjoy the ultimate white water rafting experience in Africa. For the less adventurous, ...
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Page: 8 Free Trip:
Please that upon booking this trip; you are entitled to a free 3 day Masai Mara Safari. Local payment for this trip is still applicable. This offer must be taken up when booking your main trip. Please ask your consultant at Siyabona Africa Travel for more ...
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Female Gorilla with Baby
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Offspring are born helpless and must be carried in the mother's arms. Once delivered, a newborn weighs 3 to 5 pounds. Growing at twice the rate of a human baby, they are able to crawl and ride their mother's back at 3 months old.
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Uganda
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Uganda is saturated in colour, the outstanding natural beauty of its people and its landscapes have always stirred inspiration in travellers and residents.
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