Day 1 NairobiGet ready for an animal-spotting adventure through Africa. If arriving early, Kenya's renowned National Museum is a popular place to visit in Nairobi. Day 2 Lake NakuruSee a pink-feathered sea of flamingos and try to spot rhinos on a game drive through Nakuru park. Meet local children at the Saidia Children's Home Project. Days 3-4 Eldoret/KampalaAfter an early morning game drive, cross the border into Uganda and camp near the city of Kampala. Days 5-6 Kibale Forest National ParkThis equatorial rainforest in Kibale Forest National Park is home to the highest concentration of primates in the world, the ideal place to go chimp spotting. Enjoy a walking safari and watch the resident chimpanzees squabbling and playing. Wander through the surrounding tea plantations to visit villages or simply kick back at camp in the grounds of an old colonial bungalow. Day 7 Queen Elizabeth National ParkSet between the Edward and George lakes in the Great Rift Valley, the Queen Elizabeth National Park is home to a wide array of wildlife. Embark on a safari tour to try to spot elephants, lions, buffaloes and antelopes. Cruise the Kazinga Channel where pelicans and eagles soar and hippos wallow. Day 8 Lake BunyonyiHire a traditional dugout canoe and glide across Lake Bunyonyi to enjoy the amazing scenery, which is some of the most picturesque in Uganda. Days 9-11 Gorilla TrekMake tracks across the border into Rwanda and set up camp at Ruhengeri, gateway to the gorilla trekking region. Accompanied by a local guide and trackers, hike through rugged terrain to come face-to-face with rare mountain gorillas - the sight of these gentle mountain giants is unforgettable. Head out on rainforest hikes to glimpse some of the forest's other inhabitants and pay a visit to the moving Kigali Genocide Memorial. Day 12 Lake MburoTravel back into Uganda and on to Lake Mburo, home to the giant eland antelope. Discover plenty of other magnificent animals on walking safaris through this secluded park, which sits alongside Mburo. Days 13-14 JinjaStop at the equator en route to the place thrillseekers flock to in Uganda. Jinja is both a scenic riverside retreat and the perfect place to try a few adventurous activities like whitewater rafting. Days 15-16 Eldoret/NairobiPass through Eldoret on the way back to the busy streets of Nairobi, where this epic African tour ends. Day 17 Mto Wa MbuTravel to Arusha before setting up camp in a Tanzanian village. Spend the next morning exploring this fascinating area in free time. Days 18-19 Ngorongoro Crater/Serengeti National ParkDescend to the floor of Ngorongoro Crater to spot rhinos, elephants and zebras before heading out across the Serengeti plains. Day 20 Mto Wa MbuTravel to Mto Wa Mbu village and explore the farming areas on a guided tour. Day 21 MaranguCamp amid tropical gardens on the slopes of mighty Mt Kilimanjaro. Day 22 Dar es SalaamPitch tents on a beach just outside the coastal city of Dar es Salaam. Days 23-25 ZanzibarBe enchanted by exotic spice plantations, ornate architecture and beachside sunsets in Zanzibar. Be sure to sample a spicy seafood curry. Day 26 Dar es SalaamReturn to the mainland by ferry and stay at a beachside camp near Dar es Salaam. Days 27-28 Iringa/ChitimbaTravel through the Mikumi National Park where giraffes are often seen munching on acacia foliage and spend a night in the highland town of Iringa. Days 29-30 Lake MalawiTravel south to vast Lake Malawi, which covers roughly a fifth of the country. Relax on the beach and meet friendly Malawians. Days 31-32 Lilongwe/NyamapandaSoak up the cafe culture in Lilongwe city, the capital of Malawi, before enjoying a change of pace in a tiny Zimbabwean village. Day 33 HarareExplore galleries, museums and gardens in Harare. Day 34 MasvingoVisit the Great Zimbabwe Ruins and discover some of the most significant ancient ruins in Africa. Days 35-36 BulawayoPeruse the many markets in the city of Bulawayo before venturing out into Matobo National Park in search of rare rhinos. Day 37 Hwange National ParkHwange National Park has been transformed from royal hunting grounds into a sanctuary for some of Africa's most precious animals. Keep watch for elephants on a game drive through the park. Days 38-40 Victoria FallsWitness the tremendous power of Victoria Falls as torrents of water cascade into the canyon below. As this tour of Africa draws to an end, share a final dinner with new friends. Days 41-42 Chobe National ParkEnjoy exciting game drives in Botswana's Chobe National Park and cruise along the Chobe River on the lookout for wallowing hippos and soaring fish eagles. Day 43 Bagani Community CampTravel into Namibia and choose to relax with a boat trip. Days 44-45 Okavango DeltaDiscover the watery wildlife haven of Okavango Delta by mokoro, a dugout canoe poled along by a local guide. Set up camp on a lush, remote island and fall asleep to the nocturnal music of the delta. Days 46-47 Bagani Community Camp/RunduThe African adventure continues back to Bagani before travelling to Rundu, where lush campsite spoils await. Day 48 Grootfontein/San BushmenMeet the San Bushmen of the Kalahari and observe their age-old traditions on a desert tracking and gathering trip. Days 49-50 Etosha National ParkRoam Etosha Park's dry plains, perhaps encountering elephants, antelope and big cats. Day 51 SpitzkoppeWatch the rock formations of Spitzkoppe change colour with the light. Days 52-54 SwakopmundSee the seal colonies of Cape Cross then perhaps try optional activities such as skydiving, quad-biking or sandboarding in Swakopmund. Days 55-56 Sesriem/River CampClimb sand dunes and unlock the secrets of the desert with an enthusiastic local. The following day, explore Jurassic-era rock formations in the Giant's Playground. Day 57 Fish River CanyonRelax by the Fish River Canyon - one of the largest canyons in the world - which offers impressive photo opportunities. Days 58-59 Orange River/Western CapeCross into South Africa and travel along the Orange River by canoe or simply laze by the scenic riverbanks. Day 60 Cape TownThe Vic Falls to Cape Town trip ends among the cafes and vineyards of this stunning bayside city. If time permits, stay an extra day or two to experience all the wonderful things Cape Town has to offer.
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