COUNTRIES VISITED: TANZANIA, MALAWI, ZAMBIA, BOTSWANA, SOUTH AFRICA
Day 1 Tanzania - Iringa
It is a long drive from historical port city of Dar es Salaam to Iringa. We travel through Mukumi NP, the 4th largest National Park in Tanzania. Iringa is a pleasant town located at 1550m above sea level and can get rather chilly between June and August.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2/3 Malawi - Northern Lake Malawi
It is another long drive from Iringa to the northern beaches of Lake Malawi and Chitimba, a small village by the lake with white sandy beaches. Livingstonia Mission is at the top of the nearby mountains. You can hike up to the village, but be warned, this is not a relaxing stroll… there is a beautiful waterfall and interesting permaculture project on the way and it is possible to spend the night up there. Alternatively spend 2 relaxing days on the beach and enjoy the water sports on offer.
Optional Activities: Hike to Livingstonia Mission, Abseiling, Water sports etc.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4/5 Central Lake Malawi
Next there is another couple of relaxing days at Kande Beach Village further south on Lake Malawi. There is lovely white sand and lots of water sport and leisure activities available. We will also visit a local village for some cultural interaction here.
Optional Activities: Scuba diving, parasailing, windsurfing, fishing, canoeing, horse riding, craft shopping, hiking and more.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6/7 Luwawa Forest
Today we leave the restful beaches of the lakeshore and we enter the highlands of Malawi and spend two nights at Luwawa Forest. Luwawa Forest camp are winners of the 2008 'Community Development Work and Sustainable Tourism Award’. Take a hike to the viewpoint to see the Lake form above, or rent a Mountain Bike for some exciting riding.
Optional Activities: Fishing, Mountain Biking, Hiking.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8/9 Zambia - South Luangwa National Park
Early in the morning we drive to the South Luangwa NP where we spend two nights at our campsite right on the bank of the Luangwa River. You can often see Hippo and other animals from the campsite bar. The park is known for its high concentration of leopards and hippos. The next day we visit the community run tribal textile project and a local village. Later this afternoon we enjoy a guided afternoon game drive. On occasion, in the rainy season it is impossible or inadvisable to attempt to reach South Luangwa NP, if this happens an alternative itinerary will be chosen.
Optional Activities: Morning Game Drive and Game Walk in South Luangwa NP
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10 Chipata
We leave South Luangwa NP today and have a relatively short drive through to Chipata where we will relax in the afternoon.
Zambia is truly African and an adjustment from the more western ways of Southern Africa. There are many rural villages and farming communities.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11 Lusaka
The journey towards the bustling Zambian capital of Lusaka takes us along an interesting route. On week days there may be the opportunity to visit one of the interesting local markets of the Zambian capital city.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 12 Zimbabwe - Victoria Falls
We drive from Lusaka, across the Zimbabwean border and into Victoria Falls. In the afternoon there will be time to plan any optional activities you may want to experience on the following day.
Optional Activities: Dinner out in Victoria Falls
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 13 Botswana - Kasane
Today you have the day free for any of the optional activities on offer. White water rafting is always popular, but you can also walk with Lions, visit the Elephants or take a scenic flight over the Falls. In the late afternoon we travel across the border in to Botswana for a relaxing evening on the banks of the Chobe River.
Optional Activities: White Water Rafting, Bungy Jump, Elephant Excursion, Walking with Lions, Horse Riding, Micro-light, Flight of the Angels, Skydiving etc.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 14 Maun
The afternoon is spent Game viewing on an included river cruise, into the renowned Chobe NP. This is an excellent opportunity to view some of Africa’s spectacular wildlife. On arrival we prepare for our 2-day expedition in to the Okavango. We can only take limited luggage in to the Delta so careful re-packing will be required by some! The Okavango River has no outlet to the sea, so it empties into the sands of the Kalahari Desert, irrigating some 15,000 square km’s and forming the world’s largest inland Delta.
Optional Activities: Crocodile Farm visit
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 15/16 Okavango Delta
We travel in to the Delta on a large 4x4 vehicle and in high water season boats are also an option. We join up with some of the local people and set up our bush camp for the net 2 nights. During our time in the Delta we enjoy the best nature has to offer. We go on nature walks and explore the Delta by mokoro traditional canoe (water level dependant). The Delta is truly spectacular and an unforgettable experience as the wild animals here are not used to people. Simply sitting on the deck of your tented accommodation often results in rewarding bird or game viewing.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 17/18 Gweta
A second scenic air-transfer will return us to Maun and the truck. This afternoon we drive to Gweta where our accommodation for the next two nights is unique, and a little quirky. The next day we have an included Baobab Nature Walk with sundowner drink to view the unusual trees that grow in this area. The Makgadikgadi Pans are nearby and there is the option to visit them, or take a visit to a local village.
Optional Activities: Village Tour, Nxai Xini Pan trip, Ntwetwe Pan trip.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 19 Khama Rhino Sanctuary - Palapye
We leave Gweta behind us and drive towards Palapye, previously known as Phalatswe. We stop at the Khama Rhino Sanctuary, a community based wildlife project where there is an included game drive to view the now protected Rhinos. We spend the night at Palapye, located on the banks of the tranquil Lotsane River.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 20 South Africa - Johannesburg
Today we cross the border into South Africa and after quite a long, yet scenic drive we will arrive in Johannesburg. South Africa’s city of gold has much to offer and should not be underestimated as a travel destination. There are many excellent restaurants here where we can enjoy a final meal together.
Optional activity: Dinner out.
Meals: Breakfast












Recent comments regarding this tour from travellers:
"I am thinking of a Cape to Vic tour next year or the year after. I have had a great time." - Bart (2009)
“It was a wonderful tour. The guides were okay, but with 24 persons the truck was overloaded." - Stephen (2009)
“Overall was very good. We had a great time and saw a lot of beautiful + wonderful things. The food during the trip was amazing. The guides were so helpful and knowledgeable about the stops and local customs and so on. Thank you for a great trip!" - Jennifer (2009)
“Very awesome tour with much effort from the guides." - Helene (2009)
"Awfull seats and not enough space for your legs!" - Jerven (2009)
“This was my first tour but I'm sure it will be my best! George is the craziest guide ever and Terese the best and sweetest! Next time I'll ask for them! The game drives could be better with bigger windows or an open truck." - Julia (2009)
“I had a lovely time. The price is great value for money and I would do another tour again!" - Elise (2009)
“Not always toast for breakfast would be nice, but other cereals or normal bread." - Shane (2009)
“It takes time to get used to the truck but it was not bad. I would do another tour in a heartbeat!" - Dana (2009)
“I was so impressed with everything on the tour. Bjorn went above and beyond in every way. Every detail he knew and informed us about. I even had fun in the truck while driving! I never thought time would fly by that fast!" - Jessie (2009)
“I am 59 years old and I had the most amazing time. Noel and Pule were extremely patient and took good care of all of us." - Barbara (2009)
“In Botswana the Standards of the Campsites weren't that good” - Evelina (2009)
“The tour could possibly be extended by 2-5 days in order to cover more sights and/or spend more time at some of the places." - Imre (2009)
“Thabani knows Africa well and gives excellent lectures in history of the places we visited." - Jeff (2009)
“Too much driving and not enough time to enjoy places!" - Valentina (2009)
“The food has been incredible!" - Laura (2009)
“I have to say that I really enjoyed every second. Actually it was my first Nomad tour – but definitely not my last one!" - Thomas (2009)
"George and Charl were GREAT! They made this trip one of the best travel experiences I've had. George was very considerate of all guests and tried to give us the best highlights. Charl was a great cook. They made Christmas and New Year's memorable while I was away from home and family. You have two GREAT Guides with them." - Linh-Kim (2009)
“The zippers of the tent must be fixed” - Jessica (2009)
“Very nice tour, I enjoyed myself very much! Good guides, good organized, good group. We saw lot, I am very happy with the tour." - Pit (2009)