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Overland
Wildlife
Vic Falls to Gorillas
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Start
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
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Finish
Nairobi, Kenya
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Trip Code
YXOFC
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
1 - 22
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Physical Rating
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Meals
41 breakfasts, 28 lunches, 36 dinners
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Transport
Overland Vehicle, 4WD Safari Vehicle, Ferry, Minibus
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Accommodation
Camping with basic facilities(2 nights), Camping with facilities(35 nights), Hotel ( 2 nights), Hotel with shared facilities ( 1 night ), Bungalow (2 nights).
From £6,255(43 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
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See mountain gorillas on a trek through Uganda’s steamy forests, and watch them play, eat, and laze in the sun. With all gorilla permits included on your trip, you can spend an unforgettable hour in their presence.
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Go on safaris in some pretty iconic spots, including the Ngorongoro Crater, the Serengeti, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, and the Maasai Mara.
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Meet members of the Maasai, known for their vibrant red attire and intricate beadwork, during a visit to a village that champions women’s health and empowerment.
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Chill out on the white sands of Zanzibar’s northern beaches after spending a night exploring the winding alleyways of Stone Town.
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Visit a workshop where local women transform snares set by poachers into beautiful jewellery inspired by the African landscape, with proceeds supporting conservation efforts.
Is this trip right for you?
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No two journeys in Africa are identical. There will be many early starts either to make use of the better safari time or to beat the morning traffic on long travel days. Be prepared for travel times to be longer or shorter than advised. Weather and road conditions can change things significantly, so embrace the detours, shortcuts, and unforgettable moments along the way.
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Tracking gorillas in the dense forest can sometimes be wet, muddy and uncomfortable. The terrain is by no means easy either, so it can be strenuous and often humid. But the sheer thrill of coming across a habituated group of gorillas, dominated by a great male silverback, more than outweighs any difficulty. You need to be prepared and fit enough to walk up to four hours – up and down hills. A top tip is to pack some gardening gloves to assist in any uphill climbs. See https://www.tuuur.com/au/gorilla-trekking for more information. https://www.tuuur.com/au/gorilla-trekking (https://www.tuuur.com/au/gorilla-trekking)
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This is a participatory overland camping trip. That means you’ll be travelling with a group in a purpose-built vehicle, visiting remote communities, setting up your tent, helping out with camp chores, occasionally roughing it in the bush with no facilities, and getting the best possible views of iconic African wildlife. For more info on this style of travel, see our Africa overland page at tuuur.com/africa/overland.
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Camping in the Serengeti National Park with no barriers between you and the animals is amazing, but it's important to heed the safety advice of your leader. You'll be briefed on arrival.
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The day-to-day itinerary features a selection of optional activities. Please note that this list is not exhaustive and is intended only as a guide. Prices are approximate and may change at the discretion of the local provider. All activities are subject to availability.
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Some of your fellow group members may have been travelling together prior to the start of this trip or might be continuing after. If you have more time to explore Africa, you may want to check out our Africa Encompassed Northbound trip.
Itinerary
Wide open savannahs, lush jungles and beautiful coastlines
Discover some of the best that East Africa has to offer on this 43-day in-depth adventure from Zimbabwe to Kenya. Feel the power of Victoria Falls, spot wildlife across the vast plains of the Serengeti, and swim in the clear waters of Lake Malawi. Camp on Tanzania’s long white-sand beaches, trek through Uganda’s misty rainforest in search of mountain gorillas, and visit a workshop where local women turn snares into beautiful jewellery. Whether you’re lazing on Zanzibar’s idyllic shores or meeting Maasai warriors, this all-encompassing African journey captures the beauty, spirit, and adventure of the continent.
- DAY 1Day 1 • Victoria Falls
- DAY 2Day 2 • Victoria Falls
- DAY 3Day 3 • Lusaka
- DAY 4Day 4 • Lower Zambezi National Park
- DAY 5Day 5 • Lower Zambezi National Park
- DAY 6Day 6 • Petauke
- DAY 7Day 7 • South Luangwa National Park
- DAY 8Day 8 • Chipata
- DAY 9Day 9 • Lake Malawi
- DAY 10Day 10 • Lake Malawi
- DAY 11Day 11 • Chitimba
- DAY 12Day 12 • Iringa
- DAY 13Day 13 • Mikumi National Park
- DAY 14Day 14 • Mikumi National Park
- DAY 15Day 15 • Dar es Salaam (South Beach)
- DAY 16Day 16 • Dar es Salaam (South Beach)
- DAY 17Day 17 • Stone Town
- DAY 18Day 18 • Zanzibar Northern Beaches
- DAY 19Day 19 • Zanzibar Northern Beaches
- DAY 20Day 20 • Bagamoyo
- DAY 21Day 21 • Usambara Mountains
- DAY 22Day 22 • Usambara Mountains
- DAY 23Day 23 • Arusha
- DAY 24Day 24 • Karatu
- DAY 25Day 25 • Ngorongoro Crater / Serengeti National Park
- DAY 26Day 26 • Serengeti National Park
- DAY 27Day 27 • Mto wa Mbu
- DAY 28Day 28 • Nairobi
- DAY 29Day 29 • Lake Nakuru National Park
- DAY 30Day 30 • Eldoret
- DAY 31Day 31 • Kampala
- DAY 32Day 32 • Queen Elizabeth National Park
- DAY 33Day 33 • Kalinzu Forest
- DAY 34Day 34 • Kisoro
- DAY 35Day 35 • Gorilla Trek
- DAY 36Day 36 • Gorilla Trek
- DAY 37Day 37 • Mbarara
- DAY 38Day 38 • Jinja
- DAY 39Day 39 • Jinja
- DAY 40Day 40 • Kericho
- DAY 41Day 41 • Maasai Mara National Reserve
- DAY 42Day 42 • Maasai Mara National Reserve
- DAY 43Day 43 • Nairobi
Inclusions
restaurant_menu Meals
41 breakfasts, 28 lunches, 36 dinners
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Overland Vehicle, 4WD Safari Vehicle, Ferry, Minibus
bed Accommodation
Camping with basic facilities(2 nights), Camping with facilities(35 nights), Hotel ( 2 nights), Hotel with shared facilities ( 1 night ), Bungalow (2 nights).
festival Included activities
circleLower Zambezi National Park - Full Day Safari
circleSouth Luangwa - Anti-Poaching Jewelery Project
circleSouth Luangwa National Park - Morning 4WD Safari
circleMikumi National Park - 4WD Safari
circleIrente - Lushoto hike
circleIrente - Local lunch
circleNgorongoro Forest - Elephant Cave Trek
circleKaratu - Home-Cooked Dinner
circleKaratu - Coffee Farm Tour
circleNgorongoro Crater - 4x4 Game Drive
circleSerengeti National Park - Morning 4WD Safari
circleMto Wa Mbu - Village walk & local dinner
circleLake Nakuru - Overland Vehicle Game Drive
circleLake Nakuru - Morning Overland Vehicle Game Drive
circleQueen Elizabeth National Park - Overland Vehicle Game Drive
circleBwindi National Park - Mountain Gorilla Permit & Trek
circleKericho - Tea plantation visit
circleMaasai Mara - 4WD Safari
circleLoita Hills - Maasai Village Visit
circleMaasai Mara National Reserve - Full Day 4WD Safari
museum Optional activities
circleVictoria Falls - Victoria Falls entrance - USD50
circleVictoria Falls - Rafting & river boarding (half day) - USD218
circleVictoria Falls - Village & township tour - USD61
circleVictoria Falls - Canoe trail wine route - USD55
circleVictoria Falls - Canoe trail (full day) - USD185
circleVictoria Falls - Helicopter Flight of the Angels (12 mins - Excludes US$25 fuel surcharge and NP fees) - USD150
circleVictoria Falls - Helicopter Flight (25 mins - Excludes US$30 fuel surcharge and NP fees) - USD284
circleSouth Luangwa National Park - Game Walk - USD50
circleLake Malawi - Bike Hire - USD25
circleDar es Salaam - Kivukoni Fish Market - Free
circleStone Town Tour - Dharajani Market, Joseph's Cathederal, Palace Museum, Forodhani Food Market - USD20
circleZanzibar - Prison Island Tour - USD25
circleZanzibar - Spice tour - USD25
circleSerengeti National Park - Balloon Ride (from price) - USD800
circleNairobi - City Experience Urban Adventure - USD45
circleQueen Elizabeth National Park - Kazinga Channel boat cruise - USD30
circleKalinzu Forest - Chimpanzee Trekking - USD205
circleKisoro - Golden Monkey Trekking - USD160
circleKisoro - Rwanda Day Excursion - From - USD75
circleKisoro - Batwa Village Visit - USD35
circleKisoro - Coffee Farm Tour - USD35
circleJinja - River Nile whitewater rafting (full day) - USD140
circleJinja - Nile Boat Cruise - USD40
circleJinja - Source of River Nile tour - USD45
circleMaasai Mara National Reserve - Balloon Safari (from price) - USD470
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Important notes
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1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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2. This trip requires a higher non-refundable deposit (AUD 1000, USD 1000, EUR 800, NZD 1250, GBP 650, CAD 1000, ZAR 8000, CHF 900) in order to secure the included gorilla permit. Please note that we need to confirm availability of a gorilla permit if you are booking within 45 days of departure. The additional deposit paid at time of booking will be credited to the final balance of your booking.
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3. Optional sunrise balloon rides in the Serengeti National Park and Maasai Mara National Reserve are possible on this trip. Please see the itinerary above for full details of this activity. As the balloon only holds 16 people, places are limited and we recommend you book in advance. Please inquire when booking your trip to book this optional activity.
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4. This trip is a combination of four of our popular itineraries. As such, the composition of your group and your leader may change throughout the journey.
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5. The Zanzibar portion of your itinerary may have a few more passengers than the maximum group size of 22, as we have a crossover of trips starting and finishing in Zanzibar.
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6. This trip finishes upon arrival in Nairobi on Day 43. Please do not book any flights until after 10 pm this evening.
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7. Some governments currently have increased foreign travel advice around security in place for Queen Elizabeth National Park in Uganda. Please check your government’s foreign travel advice before departure and ensure your travel insurance covers all destinations and activities on your itinerary.
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8. This itinerary offers an optional second gorilla trek. If you're interested, we highly recommend that you book at least three weeks in advance to secure the permit. You’re also welcome to wait and arrange the permit locally, but they are limited and availability can’t be guaranteed. Please speak to your booking agent for more details.
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