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Nairobi To Harare (24 Days) Savanna Dawn
Nairobi To Harare (24 Days) Savanna Dawn
Nairobi
Mount Kilimanjaro
Stone Town
Dar es Salaam
Harare
$1790
Nairobi To Harare (24 Days) Savanna Dawn
24 Days Starting in Nairobi, Kenya and ending in Harare, Zimbabwe
Visiting: Nairobi, Langata Giraffe Centre, Nairobi National Park, David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, Karen Blixen Museum, Arusha, Serengeti, Meserani Snake Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Marangu, Mount Kilimanjaro, Bagamoyo, Zanzibar, Stone Town, Dar es Salaam, Mikumi National Park, Malawi, Lake Malawi, Lilongwe, Tete Corridor, Harare
Tour operator:
Tour code:
442
Specialist Group:
Singles Solo
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 10
Age range:
18-80
Special diets catered:
Please advise requests
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
On this overland tour you have the opportunity to get up close to the amazing wildlife in the Serengeti National Park, home to Zebra and the migration site of 1.5 million Wildebeest. Then, we move on to the World Heritage Site of the Ngorongoro Crater. As well as sight-seeing, you can chill out on the beautiful white sandy beaches of Zanzibar (home to turtles and dolphins) and Lake Malawi, the waters of which boast the largest number of fish species in the world.
Option to finish in Lilongwe, Malawi.
Note: This is one of our Overland Adventures which are run using one of our specialist famous yellow overland expedition trucks. Trips are run on a participatory basis – you’ll be involved in the day to day running of the trip and have fun taking turns helping to shop and cook for the group. Expect to sometimes get dusty and dishevelled and not to be able to have hot showers every night. Groups of up to 24 people are led by our crew of two.
Please note that the accommodation on this trip is predominantly camping, though there may be opportunities to upgrade this locally where rooms are available. Please see the trip inclusions for an approximate percentage of camping and room nights.
Our Overland Adventures provide once in a life time experiences and whilst some safari activities may be included in the itinerary, or be available to book locally, this should not be considered a traditional safari holiday, though we consider that part of the fun!!
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Nairobi
Location: Nairobi, Langata Giraffe Centre, Nairobi National Park, David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, Karen Blixen Museum
Welcome to Nairobi! Today you are introduced to the truck and all our camping & kitchen equipment etc., to get ready for the journey ahead. We will also get up close to Africa's tallest mammal when we visit the Langata Giraffe Centre in Nairobi. There is also free time available to visit Nairobi National Park, and the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, where we sponsor one of the orphaned elephants. You could also visit the Karen Blixen museum, which sits within the Danish Author's former 6,000 acre coffee farm.
Day 2 : Nairobi to Arusha and the Serengeti
Location: Nairobi, Arusha, Serengeti, Meserani Snake Park
We depart Nairobi early in the morning and immediately find ourselves in hot savannah grasslands with acacia trees providing the only shade. Various game, usually zebra and giraffe can be seen as we head south and cross the border into Tanzania. We spend the night at Meserani Snake Park, on the route from Arusha to the Serengeti.
Day 3 - 5 : Nairobi to Arusha and the Serengeti
Location: Nairobi, Arusha, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater
Over the next 3 days you can take our optional Add-on to enjoy a safari into the Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater. These areas are one of the world's great wildlife hotspots, and you are sure to see a huge variety of different game species including Elephant, Lion, Cheetah, White Rhino, Buffalo, Hippo, Antelope, Crocodile and Pink Flamingos as well as vast herds of wildebeest roaming the plains.
Day 6 - 9 : Arusha to Marangu and Bagamoyo Beach
Location: Arusha, Marangu, Mount Kilimanjaro
After leaving Arusha we pass a number of small towns and villages along the way and, if the weather is clear, we may see the towering peak of Kilimanjaro. We will stop off for a couple of nights at the village of Marangu where you have the opportunity to climb to Kilimanjaro base camp, or take a walk through the lush surroundings passing through coffee plantations, rivers, waterfalls, caves and visiting a local blacksmith.
Day 10 - 13 : Zanzibar Island
Location: Zanzibar, Stone Town
We leave the truck and tents behind this morning and take the ferry from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar for our included four night stay on the island. During our time there we'll visit the bustling streets of Stone Town and its famous spice markets, old slave forts and dungeons. We'll also spend 3 nights relaxing on Zanzibar's famous white beaches, where there are many options available locally to arrange scuba diving, snorkelling, and dolphin boat trips.
Day 14 - 19 : Dar es Salaam to Lake Malawi
Location: Dar es Salaam, Mikumi National Park, Malawi
After meeting the Zanzibar ferry we begin the journey through the interesting and mountainous hinterland of Tanzania. In the afternoon, after negotiating some appalling roads, we pass through the peaceful Mikumi National Park. African safari travel is synonymous with wildlife, and in this national park we usually see Elephant, Giraffe, Zebra and Antelope from the roadside. Passing through lush mountainous landscape and plantations - we enter Malawi which is dominated by its huge freshwater lake.
Day 20 - 24 : Through Mozambique to Harare
Location: Lake Malawi, Lilongwe, Tete Corridor, Harare
From Lake Malawi, we continue on to the capital Lilongwe in the south of the country where you can check out the local markets. Our African Overland trip then leaves Lilongwe to cross into Mozambique and head for Zimbabwe. We follow the infamous Tete Corridor which was well known in the days of Mozambique's long running civil war as the Gun Run. Thankfully these days things are a lot different and we spend a few days passing through the country. We then enter Zimbabwe and travel via the capital, Harare. Arriving into Zimbabwe's cosmopolitan city, you can enjoy many of the sights in and around the city centre. There are many markets throughout the city from craft markets to the hectic local Mbare market, and you can also stroll through the botanical gardens, or enjoy the nightlife in one of the many bars throughout the city.
What's Included
What's Not Included
- Visas
- Local Payment of USD 650 (2025) or USD 690 (2026) payable at the start of the trip
- Serengeti Excursion (bookable as an Add on)
- Optional Excursions as listed in the Pre-Departure Information
- Sleeping bag & camp
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Accommodation
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of involvement is expected from participants during the trip?
Participants are expected to have an active involvement in the day-to-day running of the trip. This includes tasks such as cooking meals over open fires, pitching tents, and keeping the truck clean and tidy.
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
Accommodation includes approximately 85% camping and 15% simple hostels or hotels. The camping involves roomy three-person tents shared between two people, with mosquito netting sewn into the door and windows. Some nights will be spent bush or desert camping, while others will be at campsites with varying facilities. In certain locations, there may be opportunities to upgrade to private rooms at your own expense.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Approximately 60% of meals are included in the tour package. The remaining 40% of meals are not included and will need to be covered by the participants.
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What kind of transport is used during the tour?
All transport is provided on the Oasis Expedition Truck, which will serve as a comfortable and secure base for the trip. The truck is equipped with seatbelts and has a 'beach area' for chilling out when the vehicle is not moving.
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Is there an option to upgrade accommodation during the tour?
Yes, at certain campsites there is the opportunity to upgrade to a private room at your own expense if you are missing your bed. However, these upgrades cannot be reliably pre-booked and are subject to availability upon arrival.
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What activities are included in the tour?
Included activities are a visit to the Langata Giraffe Centre in Nairobi, a return ferry to Zanzibar, 4 nights of accommodation on Zanzibar, and a village walk at Lake Malawi. Optional excursions such as the Serengeti Excursion can be booked as add-ons.
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What should I expect in terms of facilities at campsites?
Facilities and standards at campsites vary. Some campsites are well-equipped and managed, while others are very basic. At bush camps, you will be living off the truck with no showers or en-suite facilities.
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Are there any additional costs not included in the tour price?
Yes, additional costs not included in the tour price are visas, a local payment of USD 570 (2023-24) payable at the start of the trip, optional excursions, flights, airport taxes and transfers, travel insurance, approximately 40% of meals, drinks, and tips.
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What kind of wildlife can I expect to see during the tour?
During the tour, you can expect to see a variety of wildlife including elephants, lions, cheetahs, white rhinos, buffaloes, hippos, antelopes, crocodiles, pink flamingos, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeests, especially during the 4x4 safari through the Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti National Park, and while driving through Mikumi National Park.
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What cultural experiences are included in the tour?
Cultural experiences include learning about Maasai culture and their way of life, visiting local villages and schools in Malawi, and exploring the bustling streets and spice markets of Stone Town in Zanzibar.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Yes, if you are travelling solo. On our Overland Adventures and Ultimate Expeditions, we will pair you up with a tent buddy of the same sex when we camp and the same goes for twin & shared rooms in hostels, so there is no need to go it alone! If you specifically would like to request your own single room whilst on the trip, this may be requested subject to availability and additional fee.
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How many people do you take on your Trips?
On most of our Overland Adventures and Ultimate Expeditions our vehicles can carry a maximum of 24 travellers, the average however is around 16-20 on any one trip. Our Small Group Adventures have a maximum of 18 people per Tour Leader, although again the average is around 10-14 people.
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