Trail of Livingstone

Itinerary

Days 1-2 Livingstone/Victoria Falls

The thunder of nearby Victoria Falls forms the soundtrack for the first part of this exciting adventure. From Livingstone there is ample time to visit the mighty falls, where getting soaked from the spray is all part of the experience. On the banks of the Zambezi, the options are many, including taking a cruise along the upper reaches of the river to catch sight of hippos and buffaloes.

Days 3-4 Lusaka/Chipata

Travel through rural villages, cross the mighty Luangwa River and arrive in the capital, Lusaka.

Days 5-7 Lake Malawi

We move onwards to Lake Malawi, enjoy a few days on the peaceful beaches meeting locals, exploring the lakeside forests or even learning how to dive.

Days 8-9 Chitimba/Iringa

Pass through Mikumi National Park where giraffes are often seen foraging for food among the branches of prickly acacia trees.

Day 10 Dar es Salaam

The road travels past the snow-dusted summit of Mt Kilimanjaro. Dar es Salaam is the launch pad for the Spice Island of Zanzibar.

Days 11-13 Zanzibar

Taking a ferry to the evocative Spice Island of Zanzibar. Wander the warren of winding streets in Stone Town, packed with grand Arab-style mansions and oriental markets, or tour the inland spice plantations that made this island so famous. Swim in the sultry waters of the Indian Ocean to discover the treasure trove beneath the surface.

Day 14 Dar es Salaam

Spend a night in our beach side camp on the outskirts of Tanzania's largest city.

Day 15 Pangani

Step back in time with a visit to the historic port town of Pangani

Days 16-17 Arusha

Try to spot Kilimanjaro, Africa's Queen of Mountains, before browsing the bustling markets of a local village and maybe bargaining for some unusual carvings.

Days 18-19 Serengeti National Park

Undoubtedly the best-known wildlife sanctuary in the world, the Serengeti National Park is a haven for African animals.

Day 20 Ngorongoro Crater

The animal-packed Ngorongoro Crater is an excellent place to spot the Big Five.

Days 21 Nairobi

Return to Arusha and travel across the Masai Steppe to Nairobi.