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Vic Falls to Gorillas

Vic Falls to Gorillas

Experience the very best that East Africa has to offer on a 43-day in-depth adventure from Zimbabwe to Kenya. From the cascading beauty of Victoria Falls to the fragrant delights of Zanzibar’s spice plantations, the peaceful shores of Lake Malawi to the bustling activity of Nairobi, this trip features vibrant landscapes, local village communities and the renowned African wildlife. Spot elephants in Zimbabwe, see lions in the Serengeti, track gorillas in Uganda – your animal expeditions alongside the natural wonders and colourful cultures of this amazing region is sure to make for some unforgettable moments.

Activities

  • Victoria Falls – Victoria Falls Wildlife Trust Visit
  • Masvingo – Great Zimbabwe Ruins guided visit
  • South Luangwa – Jewellery workshop Project
  • South Luangwa National Park – 4×4 Afternoon Game Drive
  • South Luangwa National Park – 4×4 Dawn Game Drive
  • Mikumi National Park – 4×4 Game Drive
  • Irente – Lushoto hike
  • Irente – Local lunch
  • Ngorongoro Forest – Elephant Cave Trek
  • Ngorongoro Crater – 4×4 Game Drive
  • Serengeti National Park – 4×4 Game Drive
  • Serengeti National Park – 4×4 Game Drive
  • Serengeti National Park – 4×4 Game Drive
  • Mto wa Mbu – Cooking class, crafts & village walk
  • Lake Nakuru – Overland Vehicle Game Drive
  • Lake Nakuru – Morning Overland Vehicle Game Drive
  • Queen Elizabeth National Park – Overland Vehicle Game Drive
  • Bwindi National Park – Mountain Gorilla Permit & Trek
  • Kericho – Tea plantation visit
  • Masai Mara National Reserve – 4×4 Game Drive
  • Masai Mara National Reserve – Full Day 4×4 Game Drive
  • Loita Hills – Maasai Village Visit

Highlights

  • Meet the Maasai people known for their vibrant red dress and elaborate jewellery and gain an insight into the culture and ancient ways of this proud East African community.
  • With permits included in the price of the trip, take a trek through Uganda’s steamy forests to seek out rare mountain gorillas and spend an unforgettable hour in their presence.
  • Take a mind-blowing safari across the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater in an open-roof 4WD vehicle for a chance to see endangered black rhinoceros.
  • Embark on a hike through the Usambara Mountains to the Irente viewpoint, then stop at a farm on the way back for a picnic lunch.
  • Visit the Victoria Falls Wildlife Trust to learn about the rehabilitation of wildlife from poaching and get the chance to meet some rescued or orphaned wildlife currently in their care.

06/21/2023 through 11/28/2024
06/21/2023 through 12/01/2024

Day 1 Victoria Falls
Day 2 Victoria Falls
Day 3 Bulawayo
Day 4 Bulawayo
Day 5 Masvingo
Day 6 Harare
Day 7 Lusaka
Day 8 Petauke
Day 9 South Luangwa National Park
Day 10 South Luangwa National Park
Day 11 Lake Malawi
Day 12 Lake Malawi
Day 13 Chitimba
Day 14 Iringa
Day 15 Mikumi National Park
Day 16 Dar es Salaam
Day 17 Stone Town
Day 18 Zanzibar Northern Beaches
Day 19 Zanzibar Northern Beaches
Day 20 Bagamoyo
Day 21 Usambara Mountains
Day 22 Usambara Mountains
Day 23 Arusha
Day 24 Karatu
Day 25 Ngorongoro Crater / Serengeti National Park
Day 26 Serengeti National Park
Day 27 Mto wa Mbu
Day 28 Nairobi
Day 29 Lake Nakuru National Park
Day 30 Eldoret
Day 31 Kampala
Day 32 Kalinzu Forest
Day 33 Queen Elizabeth National Park
Day 34 Kisoro
Day 35 Gorilla Trek
Day 36 Gorilla Trek
Day 37 Mbarara
Day 38 Jinja
Day 39 Jinja
Day 40 Kericho
Day 41 Masai Mara National Reserve
Day 42 Masai Mara National Reserve
Day 43 Nairobi

Bulawayo

Located in southern Zimbabwe, it is the countries second largest city and an important industrial center.

Dar Es Salaam

The capital, largest city (1.4 million) and industrial port of the country, it was founded in 1862 by the Sultan of Zanzibar (lies off the coast). It was the capital of the German East Africa Company from 1891 – 1916.

Harare

The capital of Zimbabwe, it was originally called Salisbury after the then British Prime Minister. Name was changed in
1980 upon independence for Chief Neharawe who was the local ruler of the area in 1890 when the British South Africa Company arrived. Harare is now the center of industry and commerce for the country with a population over 680,000.

07/16/23 - 08/27/23

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09/10/23 - 10/22/23

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10/01/23 - 12/03/23

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