About this trip
This is a long overland journey through five southeastern African countries, covering serious ground by truck between wildlife-rich savannah, spice-scented islands and one of the world's great waterfalls.
Days mix game drives across the Serengeti with slower stretches through rural villages and open wilderness, and nights are spent camping under open sky rather than in hotels. It's a hands-on, budget-conscious way to see the region rather than a polished one.
Zanzibar's spice plantations, the roar of Victoria Falls and the chance of spotting the big five all feature, with the overland vehicle itself part of the experience of covering this much distance.
What you'll do
- Track the big five on game drives across the Serengeti
- Walk through spice plantations on Zanzibar
- Stand by the thunder of Victoria Falls
- Camp under open sky across the Serengeti
- Cross five African countries by overland vehicle
- Pass through rural villages and wilderness along the way
- Camping-based throughout, not hotels
- Long days on the overland truck between destinations
- Pitched as an affordable option, suited to travellers happy with a no-frills, hands-on style
Worth it if you crave immersive wildlife and diverse landscapes across East Africa. Think twice if long driving days and limited time in each location frustrate you.
- CEOs consistently described as knowledgeable, friendly, and genuinely invested in group cohesion and comfort.
- Wildlife encounters were abundant and memorable, from safari drives to Stone Town culture and Victoria Falls majesty.
- Multiple reviewers flagged excessive driving days with insufficient time actually staying in each destination location.
- Tour doesn't include visa support; you'll handle paperwork yourself despite premium pricing and strong organisation.
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Nairobi · 24 Jan – 25 Jan
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