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.

    • 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

    Please note that this tour operates in both directions.


    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 Africa

    On 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 Africa

    Today 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, Zimbabwe

    Today 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.

    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.

    Days 8 & 9: Gweru to Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

    Bulawayo, the second largest city in Zimbabwe, offers a laid back, relaxing atmosphere for your African overland camping tour. Here you will find a number of interesting places to visit, including the Natural History Museum, the National Arts Gallery and the Mzilikazi Arts and Crafts Centre. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is included.

    On day 9, your African Overland tour travels to Matobo National Park, one of the last strongholds of both Black and White Rhino. This area is also renowned for its impressive concentration of Leopard and Black Eagle. Explore the various caves and rock paintings of the area, evidence of the ancient San people. You will also spend some time on game drives through the park, gaining insight into its unique geography, ecology and history. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is included.

    Day 10: Matobo National Park to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

    Today you head north, making your way to the majestic Victoria Falls, one of the most memorable and spectacular sights you will ever see. Victoria Falls boasts some exciting and exhilarating activities not for the faint hearted, including flights over the Falls, white water rafting down Batoka Gorge, and bungi jumping from the Zambezi Bridge.

    Other optional activities include day trips to the Zambezi National Park, horse riding safaris, visits to the Crocodile Ranch, Snake Park, golf at Elephant Hills Hotel, parachuting, trips to the Falls Craft Village, as well as the romantic Sunset Cruise. Breakfast is included.

    Days 11 & 12: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

    You spend the next 2 days at leisure, participating in the many activities of the Victoria Falls, or just relaxing at the camp swimming pool. New clients will be joining you for the second part of the tour. Breakfast is included.


    Page: 2 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 m ...

    Page: 3 Day 28: Arusha to Serengeti National Park, Tanzania (optional)
    The pleasant town of Arusha is situated at the base of Mount Meru, and is the starting point for your optional excursion to the Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti National Park. These excursions are operated locally from specially ada ...

    Page: 4 Day 41: Lake Bunyoni to Kampala, Uganda
    Today the tour travels to Kampala for a night’s stay, and maybe a chance to sample the nightlife. You cross the Equator, with ample opportunities for photos. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is included. ...


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