20 Day Victoria Falls to Nairobi Overland Adventure (Camping)

Day 1: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Take your group and guide out to Victoria Falls tonight to do some more exploring. After your welcoming meeting, check out Shearwater Village for a drink. As the journey commences, kick back, unwind, take in the thunderous sound of the falls, have a beer, and get to know your fellow travelers.

A fantastic starting point for this African tour is Victoria Falls, where you may visit some natural beauties and engage in some thrilling extra activities. Experience the vast Victoria Falls up close (and drenched by the spray), raft the powerful Zambezi’s rapids, and, for the more daring, bungee jump while overlooking the falls.

Accommodation: Explorers Village Camping or similar (1 Night)
Included Highlight: Welcome Meeting on Arrival Day
Optional Activities: Microlight Flight over Victoria Falls 360USD per person, Zambezi Bungee Jump 168USD per person, Victoria Falls Helicopter Ride – 25min 284USD per person, Victoria Falls Helicopter Ride – 15 Mins 150USD per person, Canoeing the Zambezi 160USD per person, Full Day Excursion to Chobe National Park, Victoria Falls Whitewater Rafting 120USD per person
Please Note: Take your group and guide Your lodging is not in Livingstone, Zambia, but rather in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Please confirm that you possess the required visa. Travelers who want to take part in these. Many activities and excursions that are offered in the vicinity usually utilize Victoria Falls as a base. If you would like to reserve lodging prior to the tour, please get in touch with us.

Day 2: Victoria Falls – Lusaka, Zambia

Today is a full day of driving from Victoria Falls to Lusaka along bumpy roads in our overland vehicle. The vehicle is equipped for poor road conditions though and your journey will be as comfortable as possible. We will arrive at a private farm in the late afternoon which provides ample opportunities to spot the zebras, buffalo and other animals that roam the area. You can also relax at the pool or have a few drinks at the bar. There will be a border crossing today so please have your visas ready.

Accommodation: Eureka Camping Park or similar (1 Night)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Distance: ± 543 km
Travel Time: ±10 hours

Day 3: Lusaka – South Luangwa National Park, Zambia

Our journey will continue across Zambia. Spend time getting to know your fellow travellers and enjoy lunch along the way where you can stop and stretch your legs and take a few photographs. Our camp this evening is on the banks of the Luangwa River.

Accommodation: Wildlife Camp or similar (1 Night)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Distance: ± 575 km
Travel Time: ± 8 – 9 hours

Day 4: South Luangwa National Park, Zambia

Today is free to explore the magnificent South Luangwa National Park. An optional walking safari (seasonal), night drive is available for those wanting to explore the area or you can simply visit a local village nearby.

Accommodation: Wildlife Camp or similar (1 Night)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities: South Luangwa Wildlife Safari Drive 50 USD per person, South Luangwa Walking Safari 65 USD per person

Day 5: South Luangwa National Park – Chipata, Zambia

Another day will be spent on a game drive exploring the fauna and flora of South Luangwa National Park. You can also choose to go on a walking safari. Nearby is a local village which has a popular Tribal Textile Market and Courtyard Cafe where you can purchase some handcrafted fabric or souvenirs or simply enjoy lunch at the cafe. We make our way to Chipata in the afternoon.

Accommodation: Mamarula’s Camp or similar (1 Night)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Highlight: Tribal Textiles Market & Courtyard Cafe
Optional Activities: South Luangwa Wildlife Safari Drive 50 USD per person, South Luangwa Walking Safari 65 USD per person
Distance: ± 135 km
Travel Time: ± 2 – 3 hours

Day 6: Chipata – Kande Beach, Lake Malawi

We cross the border into Malawi today, so be sure to once again have your visa ready. We spend four evenings unwinding on the shores of ‘the Lake of Stars’. Beach strolls, swimming in the sparkling water and snorkelling amongst exotic fish are all part of your incredible stay here.

The Lake is the primary attraction of Malawi, spreading over 1/5th of the country. It is the third biggest lake in the continent and is around 500 kilometres in length. The lake houses more fish types than any other lake in the world, boasting over 600 different species. The biggest fish family is the Chichlids, which are sent all around the world to pet shops and such. The Lake is renowned for its fantastic snorkelling and diving, and it is depended on by the locals for their survival – they use mokoros (dugout canoes) to fish from and throw out long nets. There is a wide variety of diverse ethnic groups here, all speaking their own language. Most of these groups are of Christian belief, whilst the remainder maintain their traditional beliefs.

Accommodation: Kande Beach Resort or similar (1 Night)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Distance: ± 400 km
Travel Time: ± 7 hours

Day 7: Kande Beach, Lake Malawi

Today you can begin your exploration of Kande Beach by swimming or snorkelling in the warm waters as you discover the many fish species in this area. You can also go on a village walk followed by a delicious traditional dinner at one of the local’s houses.

Accommodation: Kande Beach Resort or similar (1 Night)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Highlight: Kande Beach Local Dinner

Day 8: Kande Beach – Chitimba, Lake Malawi

We will depart Kande Beach in the morning and head north along Lake Malawi to Chitimba. Enjoy the beautiful backdrop of the mountains and Tanzania across the lake.

Accommodation: Chitimba Camp or similar (1 Night)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Distance: ± 235 km
Travel Time: ± 5 hours

Day 9: Chitimba

Take your group and guide Your lodging is not in Livingstone, Zambia, but rather in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Please confirm that you possess the required visa. Travelers who want to take part in thes.Have fun on your last day at Lake Malawi. Now that you have a better understanding of this area, spend some time exploring and appreciating your surroundings. Enjoy the sun, go swimming, go to Livingstonia along the Nyika Plateau for stunning lake views, or take a stroll to the nearby village you missed yesterday. Cool off beneath the Manchewe Falls along the way—we know we would if we were with you. Unwind beside the lake in the evening and get some rest before the tour resumes the next day.

Accommodation: Chitimba Camp (1 Night)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities: Swimming in Chitimba Bay, Village Walk through Chitimba 15USD per person, Carving Skills Workshop 25-35USD per person, Kayaking Chitimba Bay 35USD per person, Explore Livingstonia 35USD per person

Day 10: Chitimba – Iringa, Tanzania

We make our way into Tanzania today, traveling out of the Great Rift Valley through some incredible mountain passes. During our journey we can spot the massive tea plantations of the highlands as we head through to Iringa, where we set up camp.

Accommodation: The Old Farm House – Kisolanza or similar (1 Night)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Distance: ± 534km
Travel Time: ± 11 hours

Day 11: Iringa – Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Today we depart for Dar es Salaam, a city that began as a fishing village before becoming a port and trading hub. Dar was once the capital of the country, and is presently the main commercial city, as well as the de facto seat of majority of government institutions in Tanzania. It is the primary seaport for the country, landlocked by adjacent countries.

Dar Es Salaam, or ‘Abode of Peace’ in Arabic, is Tanzania’s biggest city, with a population of more than 2.5 million. It is also the country’s wealthiest city, and a significant economic hub.

Accommodation: Mikadi Beach Camp or similar (1 Night)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Distance: ± 637 km
Travel Time: ± 12 hours

Day 12: Dar es Salaam – Zanzibar Beach Resort

Today we take a Ferry to Zanzibar. Enjoy watching the fisherman on the boats set off to go fishing for the day.

Accommodation: Fun Beach Hotel or similar (1 Night)
Meals: Breakfast
Included Highlights: Ferry from Dar es salaam to Stone Town
Distance: 60km
Travel Time: ± 1 ½ hours + 2 hour Ferry

Day 13: Zanzibar Beach Resort

You have more time today to enjoy the water activities today. You can snorkel around the colourful coral reefs learning about the sea life here. Or you can catch a boat ride to a remote sandbank where you will enjoy a meal with the catch of the day.

Accommodation: Fun Beach (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Optional Activities: Safari Blue – Sailing Day Trip 60-100USD per person, Swahili Cultural Tour 70-200USD per person, Snorkelling 40USD per person, Scuba Diving 130USD per person

Day 14: Stone Town, Zanzibar

We will make our way back to Stone Town stopping along the way to take part in a guided spice tour. You can explore Stone Town for the remainder of the day with its narrow, cobbled streets surrounded by ancient wooden doorways and Arabic buildings. Shop for antiques, printed cloths (kangas or kikois), carved chests and aromatic spices – spoils for yourself or your friends and family.

Remember to dress conservatively as Zanzibar is a Muslim society. Always ask permission before taking a photograph – a phrase that can be taught to you by your guide.

Accommodation: Spice Palace Hotel or similar (1 Night)
Meals: Breakfast
Included Highlight: Spice Plantation Tour
Optional Activities: Stone Town Walking Tour 15 USD per person
Distance: ± 60 km
Travel Time: ± 1 ½ hour

Day 15: Stone Town – Bagamoyo

A ferry will take us over to the mainland and we make our way north to the coastal historical town of Bagamoyo.

Zanzibar Express: You will stay in Stone Town when the rest of the group leave for the ferry. Tomorrow you will fly to Arusha to meet the group. Only breakfast included today.

Accommodation: Firefly Bagamoyo Camps or similar (1 Night)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Highlights: Ferry from Stone Town to Dar es salaam
Optional activity: Zanzibar Express Northbound
Distance: ± 60 km
Travel Time: ± 1 – 2 hours + 2 hour Ferry

Day 16: Bagamoyo – Arusha, Tanzania

Today we will travel passed Mt Kilimanjaro where you can hopefully get fantastic views of the world’s highest mountain.

In the afternoon we advise you to pack a small day pack for our three day excursion into the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater.

Zanzibar Express; transfer this morning from your Stone Town hotel to the airport for a scenic flight to Arusha. Arrive in Arusha and transfer to the camp to meet back up with the group. Only breakfast and dinner included.

Accommodation: Meserani Snake Park or similar (1 Night)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Distance: ± 590 km
Travel Time: ± 12 hours

Day 17: Arusha – Serengeti National Park

Take your group and guide Your lodging is not in Livingstone, Zambia, but rather in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Please confirm that you possess the required visa. Travelers who want to take part in thes.It’s time for the Africa that everyone has dreamed of, the one that has been repeatedly portrayed in television, films, and books. So take out your cameras, buy a funny bucket hat, and go on a wildlife safari drive through the Serengeti, one of Africa’s most well-known national parks.

As you embark on a three-day, two-night journey into the park and the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, prepare yourself for an abundance of wildlife, expansive golden grasslands peppered with prickly acacia trees, and rivers teeming with hippo.

Accommodation: Seronera Campsite or similar (1 Night)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Highlight: Serengeti National Park Safari
Distance: ± 320 km
Travel Time: ± 8 hours

Day 18: Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Crater

Take your group and guide Your lodging is not in Livingstone, Zambia, but rather in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Please confirm that you possess the required visa. Travelers who want to take part in thes.For your final morning safari in the Serengeti, gather your friends and board the ship. Before heading back to dismantle camp, observe the animal kingdom come to life in this grassy savannah as the sun rises higher in the sky. Next up is the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, which is renowned for offering some of Africa’s greatest animal views.

Witness animals wandering around below, consuming water from the permanent source on the crater floor, while taking in breathtaking views from the rim of the crater. After camping in the late afternoon at a location close to the crater rim, you can spend the remainder of the day taking in one of the world’s most stunning animal refuges.

Accommodation: Simba Campsite (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Highlight: Serengeti National Park Safari
Optional Activities: Serengeti Balloon Safari
Distance: ± 160 km
Travel Time: ± 4 hours

Day 19: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha, Tanzania

Take your group and guide Your lodging is not in Livingstone, Zambia, but rather in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Please confirm that you possess the required visa. Travelers who want to take part in thes.Now is the moment to get a closer look at “Africa’s Garden of Eden.” The group will have their last safari adventure today, so descend to the crater floor. Let’s be honest, here is the spot to go if you want to view any wildlife, so make sure your cameras are ready and charged. We are very happy for you! Prepare to witness some enchantment as the crater’s contained nature creates its own ecosystem, which includes acacia woods, rich meadows, marshes, and Lake Makat. The crater walls also confine the animals to this area. Take your group and guide Your lodging is not in Livingstone, Zambia, but rather in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Please confirm that you possess the required visa. Travelers who want to take part in thes.The team will leave the crater in the late morning and return to Arusha with complete camera rolls. You can choose your favorite pictures from earlier, trade anecdotes along the route, or just relax and take in the beauty as you go.

Accommodation: Meserani Snake Park or similar (1 Night)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Highlight: Ngorongoro Crater Wildlife Safari Drive
Distance: ± 200 km
Travel Time: ± 4 – 5 hours

Day 20: Arusha – Nairobi, Kenya

Our tour will finish after our transfer to Kenya’s capital. We trust you have had an unforgettable time!

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Distance: ± 283km
Travel Time: ± 9 hours

Onward Travel Plans

Due to circumstances beyond our control while on tour (such as border crossings, traffic, breakdowns and delays, etc), the end time on the last day cannot be guaranteed. Therefore we strongly recommend you stay the night and fly out the next day. Please consult with your booking consultant.