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Cape Town to Cairo
If you've ever wanted to 'do Africa', this is the definitive trip. In 113 action-packed days, cross the continent's entire length from Cape Town in the south to Cairo at the northern tip, taking in a dizzying array of natural wonders and cultural encounters. Be humbled by the welcoming smiles of local villagers, wander vibrant modern cities and feast your eyes on iconic African animals in the wild. This challenging expedition demands a truly adventurous spirit, but is absolutely rewarding in return.
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Itinerary
Day 1 Cape Town
Discover the stunning coastline and modern cityscape that make Cape Town one of Africa's most appealing cities.Days 2-3 Western Cape/Orange River
Pitch a tent by the banks of the Orange River and perhaps canoe along its scenic waters.Day 4 Fish River Canyon
Survey this breathtaking natural wonder.Days 5-6 Sesriem/Sossusvlei
Climb soaring sand dunes.Days 7-8 Swakopmund
Spot frolicking seals then try adventure sports at this historic town.Days 9-10 Spitzkoppe
Sunset paints remote rock formations a breathtaking red.Days 11-12 Etosha National Park
Admire wildlife at floodlit waterholes.Days 13-14 San Bushmen Camp/Rundu
Meet the San Bushmen, whose culture has lasted millennia.Days 15-16 Okavango Delta
Navigate this watery wilderness by mokoro.Day 17 Bagani Community Camp
Unwind in Namibia's Caprivi Strip.Days 18-19 Chobe National Park
Cruise the Chobe River to glimpse fish eagles.Days 20-23 Livingstone/Victoria Falls
Thrill to the crashing, spray-clouded Victoria Falls.Days 24-25 Lusaka/Chipata
Cross Zambia's Luangwa River.Day 26 Luwawa Forest Lodge
Cycle, canoe, fish or ramble through mountain scenery.Days 27-28 Lake Malawi
Relax beside this vast shimmering lake.Days 29-30 Chitimba/Iringa
Spy elephants and giraffes.Days 31-36 Dar es Salaam/Zanzibar
Discover the idyllic beaches, winding cobblestone alleyways and fragrant bazaars that make Zanzibar an island paradise.Days 37-38 Usambara Mountains
Enjoy idyllic mountain surrounds in remote Tanzania.Day 39 Marangu
Meet local schoolchildren and farmers.Days 40-41 Mto Wa Mbu/Karatu
Taste Tanzanian village life.Days 42-43 Serengeti National Park
Spot big game in legendary grasslands.Day 44 Ngorongoro Crater/Karatu
More incredible animal sightings await.Days 45-50 Nairobi
Enter Kenya's bustling capital.Day 51 Lake Naivasha
Walk with giraffes and zebras or take a guided hippo safari.Days 52-53 Lake Nakuru
This gorgeous lake blushes pink with flamingos.Days 54-56 Samburu National Reserve
Seize the chance to spot the Big Five.Days 57-58 Marsabit/Moyale
Traverse a surreal black lunar landscape.Days 59-60 Konso
See wooden grave carvings and experience traditional village life.Days 61-64 Omo Valley/Turmi
Meet tribal people in extraordinarily pristine countryside.Days 65-68 Shashemene/Arba Minch
Gigantic crocodiles congregate by Lake Chamo.Days 69-71 Bale Mountains
Try to spot the elusive Simien fox in this alpine paradise.Day 72 Lake Abiyata
Soak in hot springs and camp among a flurry of lakeside birdlife.Days 73-74 Addis Ababa
Delve into tribal history in Ethiopia's capital.Days 75-79 Bahir Dar
Gaze at Blue Nile Falls and descend into a dramatic gorge.Days 80-82 Lalibela
These hillside medieval chapels are an astounding engineering feat.Days 83-85 Mekele
Explore rock-hewn Tigray churches.Days 86-87 Aksum
Ethiopia's oldest city houses dramatic obelisks.Days 88-90 Simien Mountains National Park
Trek through stunning scenery, spotting mountain creatures.Day 91-93 Gonder/Gedaref
Visit an Ethiopian king's palace. Gaze at painted angels swarming a church ceiling.Days 94-96 Khartoum
Watch whirling dervishes achieve religious euphoria.Days 97-99 Khartoum/Meroe
Explore Kushite architectural marvels.Days 100-103 Nubian Desert/Wawa
Traverse rugged terrain, perhaps passing camels making their way along ancient trading routes.Days 104-107 Wadi Halfa
Cross Lake Nasser, passing spectacular desert.Days 108-110 Aswan
Relax beside the Nile.Days 111-113 Luxor
Ride a donkey to the Valley of the Kings.Days 114-116 Dakhla Oasis
Stay amid lush gardens against a rose-tinted rock face.Days 117-118 Bahariyya Oasis/White Desert
Palms and hot springs shimmer in the White Desert.Days 119-121 Cairo
Tour famous antiquities.Trip Details
| Local Payment | 0 |
| Duration | 121 days |
| Tour Code | DOD |
| Accommodation | Hotels (38nts), camping with facilities (65 nts) bush camp without facilities (12 nts) non inclusive accommodation (5nts) |
| Transportation | Overland truck, 4WD, boat, ferry, mokoro (dugout canoe), donkey, walking |
| Group Size | Maximum of 21 travellers per group |
| Departure | Departure is guaranteed, subject to 4 people travelling |
| Budget | Allow USD $1210 for meals not included. |
When can I go?
| Start Date | Finish Date | Places Available | Bookings |
| 2009-08-27 | 2009-12-25 | 2 | book now |
| 2010-02-04 | 2010-06-04 | 6 | book now |
Trip Price |
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| USD | 5820.00 |
| CAD | 5820.00 |
| EUR | 3840.00 |
| GBP | 3000.00 |
| NZD | 8070.00 |
| AUD | 6420.00 |
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