Africa Encompassed (Northbound)

Itinerary

Day 1 Cape Town

Arrive early to explore the city's stunning coastline.

Days 2-3 Western Cape/Orange River

Pitch a tent on the scenic banks of the Orange River and perhaps canoe out to explore the river further.

Day 4 Fish River Canyon

Be enchanted by a sunset over the dramatic canyon.

Days 5-6 Sesriem/Sossusvlei

Climb the world's highest sand dunes for breathtaking views.

Days 7-8 Swakopmund

An old German colonial town, Swakopmund has a range of activities on offer including sand boarding and skydiving.

Days 9-10 Spitzkoppe

Discover ancient paintings hidden among spectacular rock formations.

Days 11-12 Etosha National Park

Watch out for rare species at the park's waterholes.

Days 13-14 San Bushmen Camp/Rundu

Gain an insight into the fascinating culture of the San Bushmen on an overnight stay.

Days 15-16 Okavango Delta

Jump aboard a mokoro and explore the delta's intricate network of waterways.

Day 17 Bagani Community Camp

Unwind with one of the many activities on offer including boat trips, fishing and hiking.

Days 18-19 Chobe National Park

Get close to some animals on an early morning game drive before relaxing on a cruise down the Chobe River.

Days 20-23 Livingstone/Victoria Falls

Marvel at the spectacular Victoria Falls.

Days 24-25 Lusaka/Chipata

Visit Zambia's capital en route to Malawi.

Day 26 Luwawa Forest Lodge

Learn about life in the forest during a community visit.

Days 27-28 Lake Malawi

Unwind on the shores of Lake Malawi or take part in some of the optional water activities on offer.

Days 29-30 Chitimba/Iringa

Enjoy the pleasant scenery of Tanzania's highlands.

Days 31-36 Zanzibar/Dar es Salaam

Fall in love with the exotic bazaars and cobblestone alleyways of idyllic Zanzibar.

Days 37-38 Usambara Mountains

Hike through the unspoilt wilderness of the Usambara Mountains.

Day 39 Marangu

Witness the day-to-day life of the Chagga people during a fascinating community visit.

Days 40-41 Mto Wa Mbu/Karatu

Be inspired by the remarkable work being done at the Amani Children's Home.

Days 42-43 Serengeti National Park

Experience the thrill of a Serengeti safari.

Day 44 Ngorongoro Crater/Karatu

Descend into an extinct volcanic crater teeming with wildlife.

Day 45 Nairobi

Explore Kenya's bustling capital at leisure.

Day 46 Lake Nakuru

Support disadvantaged children at the Kariandusi School Trust Project.

Days 47-48 Eldoret/Jinja

Enjoy a dawn safari before crossing into Uganda.

Days 49-50 Kibale Forest National Park

Be charmed by the park's mischievous chimpanzees on a guided walking tour.

Day 51 Queen Elizabeth National Park

Soak up the scenery while cruising along the Kazinga Channel.

Day 52 Lake Bunyoni

Admire the picturesque scenery, perhaps from a traditional dugout canoe.

Days 53-55 Gorilla Trek

Watch Rwanda's noble mountain gorillas.

Day 56 Lake Mburo

Delight in the unique flora while watching out for some the park's vast wildlife.

Days 57-58 Jinja

View the swirling rapids of the Bujagali Falls.

Days 59-60 Eldoret/Nairobi

Celebrate a successful African adventure in cosmopolitan Nairobi.