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Gorillas & East Africa Explorer (Accommodated) - 39 days

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Tour Overview

ACCOMMODATED SAFARI: Experience the best of five stunning African countries on a 39-day camping safari. Embark on a game drive at Lake Nakuru National Park, seeking lions, rhinos, and flamingos. Trek to spot chimpanzees, hike the lush Bwindi National Park for rare mountain gorillas and explore Jinja's Nile. Discover the Big Five in Masai Mara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. Relax in Zanzibar then journey south and unwind by Lake Malawi. Pass through Zambia before reaching Livingstone to view the spectacular Victoria Falls.

Start

Nairobi

End

Livingstone

Destination

Livingstone

Days

39

Pace

Medium

Range

Overlanding

Max Group Size

Min 16 - Max 18

Min Age

16

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Trip Code: GEAEA

Trip Highlights

Why you'll love this trip

  • Lake Nakuru National Park - Search for lions, rhinos and other resident wildlife on a game drive

  • Eldoret - Pose for photos at the Equator and camp on the outskirts of one of Kenya's largest and most vibrant cities

  • Kalinzu Forest-Go trekking in search of chimpanzees, which are usually spotted in the treetops

  • Bwindi National Park - Embark on a memorable trek to see endangered mountain gorillas in the steamy jungles of Uganda

  • Lake Bunyonyi - When not trekking to see gorillas, relax beside this idyllic lake, surrounded by greenery and rolling hills

  • Jinja - Spend two full days relaxing beside the Nile and Lake Victoria, with time for boating, fishing, hiking and more

  • Masai Mara - Discover the incredible wildlife of Kenya's most famous reserve and visit a Maasai village

  • Serengeti National Park - Go in search of the Big Five in one of the world's most famous national parks and camp out in the wilderness

  • Ngorongoro Crater - Drive around the rim of this UNESCO-listed volcanic caldera and search for wildlife in the crater itself

  • Bagamoyo - Pass Mount Kilimanjaro enroute to this historic trading town on the Indian Ocean coast

  • Dar es Salaam - Browse the markets of this crucial port and spend your night camping on the beach

  • Zanzibar - Enjoy three nights on this tropical island with time to explore historic Stone Town and relax on pristine white sand beaches

  • Mikumi National Park - Drive through the national park, one of the largest in Tanzania, and go in search of wildlife on an optional game drive

  • Lake Malawi - Explore two different sections of this giant freshwater lake, visiting local villages and opt for a hike into the countryside

  • Livingstone - End your journey on the Zambian side of Victoria Falls, with an included visit and free time to discover this iconic natural wonder

Day by Day Itinerary

Itinerary

Trip route map

What's Included & Excluded

What's Included

38 breakfasts, 30 lunches & 30 dinners
36 nights simple accommodation (including permanent tents), 2 nights camping in 2-person dome tents - a foam mattress, sleeping bag and pillow is provided on camping nights (please refer to the trip notes for details)
Escorted by a licensed 2-person crew
Transportation in a 24-seater overland truck with camping and cooking equipment
Lake Nakuru National Park game drive in a purpose-built safari vehicle with a resident guide
Kalinzu Forest chimpanzee trekking with expert guides (subject to payment of permits, see cost below)
Bwindi National Park gorilla trekking with expert guides (subject to payment of permits, see cost below)
Masai Mara excursion and game drives in a purpose-built safari vehicle with a resident guide

Not Included

International flights and visas
Non refundable Gorilla & Chimpanzee Permit: USD $995pp (or equivalent in your currency) - pay at time of booking in addition to the deposit
Airport transfers - can be booked on request
Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
Optional activities (prices listed in Trip Notes)

Is This Trip Right for You?

Is this trip right for you?

  • There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.

  • This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.

  • Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.

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Tour Details

Duration39 days
StartNairobi
EndLivingstone
StyleOverland Safaris
Max Group18 people

Pricing

Starting from
AUD $14,805
Was $11,103.75
per person
✓ Best available price

Dates and availability

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