Experience the real Africa

Experience the real Africa

Our Africa Overland network of tours now covers 9 countries and has a total of more than 40 itinerary options! With 20+ new options added for 2010, it isn't just a matter of getting from point A to B anymore....we can take you virtually anywhere, and everywhere in between! From small villages in remote Malawi and isolated beaches on the spice island of Zanzibar, to adventure thrill spots like Victoria Falls and Jinja we can take you there. Jump aboard the overland truck and hit the road...Africa is waiting!

Trip Country Days Style Service Level Starting Price  
Cape Town to Johannesburg Overland (DACJ) South Africa 29 days Overland Basic Map
Cape Town to Zanzibar Overland (DACZ) South Africa 35 days Overland Basic Map
Feb. 14, 2012 SAVE 20% $3699 $2959 CAD
East Africa Overland (DUEA) Uganda 21 days Overland Basic Map
Kampala to Nairobi Overland (DUKN) Uganda 11 days Overland Basic Map
Uganda & Gorillas Overland (DUUG) Uganda 8 days Overland Basic Map
Ultimate Africa (DKUA) Kenya 54 days Overland Basic Map
29 days
Trip Style:
Overland
Service Level:
Basic
Physical Grading:
3

Cape Town to Johannesburg Overland(DACJ)

Africa > South Africa

Highlights

Fish River Canyon, Sossusvlei, Namib Desert, Windhoek Kalahari, Okavango Delta, ...

Take the long way round from Cape Town to Johannesburg and discover that getting there is the best part. Cross deserts and take game drives on the open African plains. Explore the world’s highest sand dunes, Africa’s largest canyon and the region’s most majestic waterfalls. Gain a strong sense of local culture for a truly immersive experience. Our overland trucks are an adventurous and inexpensive way to see the highlights while wilderness camping will bring you closer to the region’s wildlife. Make sure your camera’s charged—with this much African adventure you're going to need it.

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35 days
Trip Style:
Overland
Service Level:
Basic
Physical Grading:
3

Cape Town to Zanzibar Overland(DACZ)

Africa > South Africa

Highlights

Exploring Fish River Canyon, Cape Town's streets and Zanzibar's spice ...

Feel the grit of the Kalahari in your teeth, explore Africa's largest canyon and float through the Okavango Delta in a dug-out mokoro canoe—journey through the colours, culture and iconic highlights of six countries. Enjoy an intriguing combination of stunning wilderness and bright city lights from our unique overland truck and camp under the big African sky for a different perspective of this majestic land. This journey is chock-full of big game viewing, diverse cultures, abundant wildlife, spectacular landscapes, stunning beaches—and a ton of adventure.

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Feb. 14, 2012 SAVE 20% $3699 $2959 CAD
21 days
Trip Style:
Overland
Service Level:
Basic
Physical Grading:
4

East Africa Overland(DUEA)

Africa > Uganda

Highlights

Tracking the 'Big 5' in three different ecosystems, meeting mountain ...

From the incomparable wildlife of Uganda to the source of the Nile and on to the sunny beaches of Zanzibar, journey overland across East Africa on this thrilling three-week adventure. Track mountain gorillas through remote forest for once-in-a-lifetime experience and pursue the elusive ‘Big 5’ across open Savannah on an unforgettable game drive. Our overland trucks are an adventurous and inexpensive way to see the highlights while wilderness camping will bring you closer to the region’s wildlife. Discover the diversity of wildlife, landscape and people on your journey through these fascinating countries.

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11 days
Trip Style:
Overland
Service Level:
Basic
Physical Grading:
4

Kampala to Nairobi Overland(DUKN)

Africa > Uganda

Highlights

Meeting mountain gorillas on their turf, spotting the 'Big 5' ...

Starting in Uganda's vibrant Kampala and ending in Kenya on the bustling streets of Nairobi, experience the stunning wilderness and wildlife of Uganda. Experienced trackers will take you deep into the region’s forest for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to spot endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Enjoy exciting game drives in both Queen Elizabeth and Lake Mburo National Parks—and get there in our unique overland truck. Camping will keep you in the thick of the action a knowledgeable CEO will lead the way—so you'll be free to enjoy this beautiful region. What a trip!

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8 days
Trip Style:
Overland
Service Level:
Basic
Physical Grading:
4

Uganda & Gorillas Overland(DUUG)

Africa > Uganda

Highlights

Encountering the 'Big 5' in several game parks, including the ...

Using Uganda's vibrant Kampala as a base, this compact eight-day adventure offers those short on time a life-changing experience in the forests of Uganda. Experienced trackers will take you deep into the region’s forests for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to spot endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Our overland trucks are an adventurous and inexpensive way to see the highlights while wilderness camping will keep you in the thick of the action. Your CEO will take care of the planning so you're free to explore all that Uganda has to offer. What a trip!

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54 days
Trip Style:
Overland
Service Level:
Basic
Physical Grading:
4

Ultimate Africa(DKUA)

Africa > Kenya

Highlights

Get up close with mountain gorillas, Search for the 'Big ...

Spanning eight countries, this journey is full of diverse cultures, abundant wildlife, spectacular landscapes and a ton of adventure. Track the 'Big 5' across open savannah, explore the Okavango in a dugout mokoro canoe, encounter gorillas deep in the Ugandan wilderness—do it all on this ultimate 54-day adventure and get a feel for how large Africa really is. Travel aboard our overland truck is well paced, while wilderness camping will bring you closer to the region’s wildlife. In the company of an expert CEO, you’ll also have opportunities to meet locals who offer a fascinating glimpse into rural life. This truly is ultimate Africa.

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