Trail of Livingstone - Overland Trip

3 weeks: Livingstone to Nairobi (IN-UOA)

Follow in the footsteps of explorer David Livingstone, Safari in Serengeti National Parks, Enjoy an interactive lesson on snakes, Look for lions in the Ngorongoro Crater, Experience tropical paradise on the exotic island of Zanzibar, Marvel at the majestic Victoria Falls, Cruise down the Zambezi River, Make friends with the locals in a Zambian village

Follow in the footsteps of one of the Western world\'s most famous explorers, David Livingstone, from the waterfall that he named after Queen Victoria to the island where he lived before commencing his last journey into Africa\'s wild interior. Enjoy the wildlife, scenery and warm local hospitality on the way, and do it all at a relaxing pace.

Accommodation

Hotel (3 nts), participatory camping (17 nts)

Kitty Notes

Allow USD $60 for meals not included.

Itineraries (Livingstone - Nairobi)

Days 1-2 Livingstone/Victoria Falls

The thunder of nearby Victoria Falls forms the soundtrack for the first part of this exciting adventure. From Livingstone there is ample time to visit the mighty falls, where getting soaked from the spray is all part of the experience. On the banks of the Zambezi, the options are many, including taking a cruise along the upper reaches of the river to catch sight of hippos and buffaloes.

Days 3-4 Lusaka/Chipata

Travel through rural villages, cross the mighty Luangwa River and arrive in the capital, Lusaka.

Days 5-7 Lake Malawi

We move onwards to Lake Malawi. Enjoy a few days on the peaceful beaches meeting locals, exploring the lakeside forests or even learning how to dive.

Days 8-9 Chitimba/Iringa

Pass through Mikumi National Park where giraffes are often seen foraging for food among the branches of prickly acacia trees.

Day 10 Dar es Salaam

The road travels past the snow-dusted summit of Mt Kilimanjaro. Dar es Salaam is the launch pad for the Spice Island of Zanzibar.

Days 11-13 Zanzibar

Taking a ferry to the evocative Spice Island of Zanzibar. Wander the warren of winding streets in Stone Town, packed with grand Arab-style mansions and oriental markets, or tour the inland spice plantations that made this island so famous. Swim in the sultry waters of the Indian Ocean to discover the treasure trove beneath the surface.

Day 14 Dar es Salaam

Spend a night in our beach side camp on the outskirts of Tanzania's largest city.

Day 15 Pangani

Step back in time with a visit to the historic port town of Pangani

Days 16-17 Arusha/Karatu

Try to spot Kilimanjaro, Africa's Queen of Mountains, before browsing the bustling markets of a local village and maybe bargaining for some unusual carvings.

Days 18-19 Serengeti National Park/Ngorongoro Crater

Undoubtedly the best-known wildlife sanctuary in the world, the Serengeti National Park is a haven for African animals.

Day 20 Ngorongoro Crater/Arusha

The animal-packed Ngorongoro Crater is an excellent place to spot the Big Five.

Days 21 Nairobi

Return to Arusha and travel across the Masai Steppe to Nairobi.

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Departures

Reference	Departure		Arrival		Price GBP	Kitty	Notes
IN-UOA20080912	12 Sep 08	Livingstone	02 Oct 08	Nairobi	£690	0
IN-UOA20080926	26 Sep 08	Livingstone	16 Oct 08	Nairobi	£690	0
IN-UOA20081010	10 Oct 08	Livingstone	30 Oct 08	Nairobi	£690	0
IN-UOA20081024	24 Oct 08	Livingstone	13 Nov 08	Nairobi	£690	0
IN-UOA20081107	07 Nov 08	Livingstone	27 Nov 08	Nairobi	£690	0
IN-UOA20081121	21 Nov 08	Livingstone	11 Dec 08	Nairobi	£690	0
IN-UOA20081205	05 Dec 08	Livingstone	25 Dec 08	Nairobi	£690	0
IN-UOA20081219	19 Dec 08	Livingstone	08 Jan 09	Nairobi	£690	0
IN-UOA20090102	02 Jan 09	Livingstone	22 Jan 09	Nairobi	£690	0
IN-UOA20090116	16 Jan 09	Livingstone	05 Feb 09	Nairobi	£690	0
IN-UOA20090130	30 Jan 09	Livingstone	19 Feb 09	Nairobi	£690	0
IN-UOA20090213	13 Feb 09	Livingstone	05 Mar 09	Nairobi	£690	0
IN-UOA20090227	27 Feb 09	Livingstone	19 Mar 09	Nairobi	£690	0
IN-UOA20090313	13 Mar 09	Livingstone	02 Apr 09	Nairobi	£690	0
IN-UOA20090327	27 Mar 09	Livingstone	16 Apr 09	Nairobi	£690	0
IN-UOA20090410	10 Apr 09	Livingstone	30 Apr 09	Nairobi	£690	0
IN-UOA20090424	24 Apr 09	Livingstone	14 May 09	Nairobi	£690	0
IN-UOA20090508	08 May 09	Livingstone	28 May 09	Nairobi	£690	0
IN-UOA20090522	22 May 09	Livingstone	11 Jun 09	Nairobi	£690	0