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Absolute Africa Overland Safari & Participation Camping

Sure, 55 days might sound like a lot of time, but this once-in-a-life time experience offers you the gift of time in some of the most epic landscapes in the world. See swaths of south and east Africa as you journey by Lando (overland adventure vehicle) across open savanna and by traditional canoe into the Okavango Delta. Track mountain gorillas deep in the Ugandan tropical rainforest and search for the “big five” on safari drive in the Serengeti and listen to the thundering Victoria Falls to get a real sense of how large Africa truly is. Enjoy wilderness camping to bring you even closer to the region’s landscapes and wildlife and try not to blink because a jam-packed adventure awaits.

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55 DaysCape Town to Nairobi
Valid on May 5 2026Trip Code: DSSK
From $8024.25 USDIncluding taxes and fees

Is this tour for me?

Travel Style: Classic

All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.

Service Level: Camping

Camping most nights with some hotel/hostel stays to start and throughout; affordable public and private transport.

Physical Grading: 4 - Demanding

Some high-altitude hikes or more strenuous activities, but accessible to most healthy travellers.

Merchandising: New Trips

Merchandising: Planeterra Project

Trip Type: Small Group

Group trips average 12 travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The maximum is usually no more than 16, but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details.

Age requirements: 15+

All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

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Absolute Africa Overland Safari & Participation Camping - Itinerary

Trip Start: Cape TownTrip End: Nairobi

DAY 1

Cape Town

Arrive at any time. Tonight, after a brief welcome meeting, attend an optional group dinner for your first night in Cape Town. Get the most out of your time in Cape Town by pre-booking the South African Wine Tour and Tasting extra. If you do, we recommend booking accommodation for an extra night pre-tour as this activity has an early start time. Please note, due to the timings of this activity, there is a possibility you may miss the welcome meeting on day 1 of your tour - in this case, your CEO will leave you a message detailing what time and where you should meet the next morning.

Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group:
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Hotel Sky Cape Town - Dorm Room:
Hotel Sky Cape Town - Dorm Room

Optional Activities

Absolute Africa Overland Safari & Participation Camping - Itinerary

Trip Start: Cape TownTrip End: Nairobi
DAY 1
Cape Town

DAY 1

Cape Town

Arrive at any time. Tonight, after a brief welcome meeting, attend an optional group dinner for your first night in Cape Town. Get the most out of your time in Cape Town by pre-booking the South African Wine Tour and Tasting extra. If you do, we recommend booking accommodation for an extra night pre-tour as this activity has an early start time. Please note, due to the timings of this activity, there is a possibility you may miss the welcome meeting on day 1 of your tour - in this case, your CEO will leave you a message detailing what time and where you should meet the next morning.

Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group:
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Hotel Sky Cape Town - Dorm Room:
Hotel Sky Cape Town - Dorm Room

Optional Activities

DAY 2
Cape Town/Cederberg
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DAY 3
Cederberg/Orange River
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DAY 4
Orange River/Fish River Canyon
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DAY 5
Fish River Canyon/Namib Desert
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DAY 6
Namib Desert
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DAY 7
Namib Desert/Swakopmund
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DAY 8
Swakopmund
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DAY 9
Swakopmund/Spitzkoppe
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DAY 10
Spitzkoppe/Etosha National Park
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DAY 11
Etosha National Park
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DAY 12
Etosha National Park/Waterberg Plateau
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DAY 13
Waterberg Plateau/Windhoek
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DAY 14
Windhoek/D'kar
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DAY 15
D'kar/Maun
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DAY 16
Maun/Okavango Delta
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DAY 17
Okavango Delta/Nata
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DAY 18
Nata/Kasane
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DAY 19
Kasane/Victoria Falls
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DAY 20
Victoria Falls
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DAY 21
Victoria Falls
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DAY 22
Victoria Falls/Lusaka
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DAY 23
Lusaka/South Luangwa
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DAY 24
South Luangwa
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DAY 25
South Luangwa/Chipata
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DAY 26
Chipata/Kande Beach
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DAY 27
Kande Beach
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DAY 28
Kande Beach/Chitimba
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DAY 29
Chitimba
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DAY 30
Chitimba/Iringa
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DAY 31
Iringa/Dar es Salaam
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DAY 32
Dar es Salaam/Zanzibar Beach Resort
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DAY 33
Zanzibar Beach Resort
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DAY 34
Stone Town
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DAY 35
Stone Town/Bagamoyo
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DAY 36
Bagamoyo/Arusha
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DAY 37
Arusha/Serengeti National Park
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DAY 38
Serengeti National Park/Ngorongoro
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DAY 39
Ngorongoro/Arusha
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DAY 40
Arusha/Nairobi
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DAY 41
Nairobi
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DAY 42
Nairobi/Masai Mara
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DAY 43
Masai Mara
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DAY 44
Masai Mara/Lake Nakuru National Park
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DAY 45
Lake Nakuru National Park/Eldoret
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DAY 46
Eldoret/Kampala
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DAY 47
Kampala/Lake Bunyonyi
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DAY 48
Gorilla Trek
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DAY 49
Lake Bunyonyi
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DAY 50
Lake Bunyonyi/Kalinzu Forest Reserve
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DAY 51
Kalinzu Forest Reserve/Lake Mburo National Park
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DAY 52
Lake Mburo National Park/Jinja
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DAY 53
Jinja
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DAY 54
Jinja/Eldoret
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DAY 55
Eldoret/Nairobi
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What’s Included

  • Your G for Good Moment: !Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre, Yzerfontein
  • Your G for Good Moment: Penduka Village Restaurant & Shop, Windhoek
  • Your G for Good Moment: Dqae Qare San Lodge & Camp, Dekar
  • Your G for Good Moment: Lusumpuko Women's Club Lunch, Victoria Falls
  • Your G for Good Moment: Tribal Textiles Market & Courtyard Cafe, Mfuwe
  • Your G for Good Moment: Café Ubuntu 3-Course Farm-to-Table Lunch, Maai Mahiu
  • Your G for Good Moment: AidChild Cafe & Gallery, Kayabwe
  • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Your Discover Moment: Victoria Falls
  • Your Local Living Moment: Kande Beach Local Dinner, Kande Beach
  • Your Discover Moment: Jinja
  • Entrance to Fish River Canyon, Sossusvlei Dunes, and Spitzkoppe
  • Entrances and wildlife safari drives in Etosha, and Serengeti National Parks
  • Waterberg Plateau visit
  • Okavango Delta overnight bush camping excursion
  • Ngorongoro Crater visit
  • Zanzibar excursion
  • Guided tour of spice plantation
  • Wildlife safari drives in Masai Mara National Reserve
  • Safari in Lake Nakuru National Park
  • Guided mountain gorilla trek in Bwindi with permits
  • Guided chimp trek
  • Transfer from Jinja to Nairobi
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
Accommodations
  • Participation camping (39 nts), simple hotels (5 nts, single or twin-share), permanent tented camp (3 nts), hostels (3 nts, multi-share with 3-4 people), full-service camping (2 nts), basic bush camping (2 nts).
Meals
  • 50 breakfasts, 44 lunches, 37 dinners
Transportation
  • Lando (overland adventure vehicle), mokoro, 4x4 safari vehicles, minibuses, ferry, walking.
Staff & experts
  • 2 CEOs (Chief Experience Officers) throughout as head guide/cook and driver, certified safari guides/drivers, camp crew, certified mountain gorilla trackers, local guides.

Absolute Africa Overland Safari & Participation Camping Departure Dates

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Sun, May 03 2026Fri, Jun 26 2026Open (1)$10,699 USD
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Sun, May 17 2026Fri, Jul 10 2026Sold Out $10,699 USD
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Sun, Jun 21 2026Fri, Aug 14 2026Sold Out $11,199 USD
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Sun, Jul 05 2026Fri, Aug 28 2026Sold Out $11,699 USD
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Sun, Aug 23 2026Fri, Oct 16 2026Open (12)$11,699 USD
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Sun, Sep 06 2026Fri, Oct 30 2026Open (14)$11,699 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sun, Oct 11 2026Fri, Dec 04 2026Open (11)$11,199 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sun, Oct 25 2026Fri, Dec 18 2026Open (13)$11,199 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)

USEFUL INFO

Your G for Good Moment: !Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre, Yzerfontein
Your G for Good Moment: Penduka Village Restaurant & Shop, Windhoek
Your G for Good Moment: Dqae Qare San Lodge & Camp, Dekar
Your G for Good Moment: Lusumpuko Women's Club Lunch, Victoria Falls
Your G for Good Moment: Tribal Textiles Market & Courtyard Cafe, Mfuwe
Your G for Good Moment: Café Ubuntu 3-Course Farm-to-Table Lunch, Maai Mahiu
Your G for Good Moment: AidChild Cafe & Gallery, Kayabwe
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your Discover Moment: Victoria Falls
Your Local Living Moment: Kande Beach Local Dinner, Kande Beach
Your Discover Moment: Jinja. Entrance to Fish River Canyon, Sossusvlei Dunes, and Spitzkoppe. Entrances and wildlife safari drives in Etosha, and Serengeti National Parks. Waterberg Plateau visit. Okavango Delta overnight bush camping excursion. Ngorongoro Crater visit. Zanzibar excursion. Guided tour of spice plantation. Wildlife safari drives in Masai Mara National Reserve. Safari in Lake Nakuru National Park. Guided mountain gorilla trek in Bwindi with permits. Guided chimp trek. Transfer from Jinja to Nairobi. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Search for the "big five" in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, Stand before the largest sand dunes in the world and the powerful Victoria Falls, Travel on 4x4 safaris and by traditional canoe, Meet mountain gorillas in the Ugandan tropical rainforest, Discover the charm of Zanzibar’s island paradise

The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary.

VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you view a final copy of your Trip Details a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans.

While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission.

Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.

Please note this is a camping level trip which means you will be camping most nights with some basic hotel/hostel stays to start and end the tour. Campsite facilities in Africa are generally good, but can be basic in certain places. Despite the challenge that a few days “roughing it” may pose to some, the experience of being that close to nature, camping under the African stars, and seeing incredible wildlife at your tent door-step is not just gratifying, but ultimately an experience of a lifetime.

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