Serengeti to Kruger Safari Adventure – Overland Africa Tour
Quick Itinerary Overview:
Embark on an unforgettable Serengeti to Kruger Safari Adventure in an overland adventure vehicle designed for exploring Africa’s wilderness. Join like-minded young travelers for the ultimate Africa safari adventure that begins in Tanzania’s Serengeti and culminates in South Africa’s Kruger Park. Along the way, witness Africa’s breathtaking wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater, relax on Zanzibar Island’s idyllic beaches, explore Lake Malawi, and experience Zambia’s South Luangwa Park. With stops at Victoria Falls and Matobo Park, this is the quintessential overland Africa safari tour.
Itinerary for this Tour
Day 1: Nairobi – Kenya
Arrive in Nairobi, Kenya’s vibrant capital, and join the evening meet-up at 18:00 to meet your fellow travelers and your guide. If you arrive early, there’s time to explore Nairobi before the adventure begins.
Day 2: Nairobi to Arusha – Tanzania
Travel south across rural Kenya, passing through Maasai territory. After crossing into Tanzania, we continue to Arusha at the base of Mount Meru. Look out for Mount Kilimanjaro as we head to our next stop.
Travel: Nairobi – Arusha (10h/286km)
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 3: Arusha to Serengeti National Park – Tanzania
Enter the Serengeti National Park, one of the world’s most iconic safari destinations. Explore the vast wilderness in a 7-seater 4×4 safari vehicle for the best views of Africa’s wildlife.
Travel: Arusha – Serengeti National Park (8h/320km)
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 4: Serengeti Park & Ngorongoro – Tanzania
Enjoy a morning game drive across the Serengeti’s plains. Afterward, head to Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable sunset over the caldera, a top wildlife viewing area.
Travel: Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro (5h/160km)
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Optional activity: Serengeti Hot-Air Balloon Safari
Day 5: Ngorongoro to Arusha – Tanzania
Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive. Afterward, return to Arusha.
Travel: Ngorongoro – Arusha (5h/200km)
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 6: Arusha to Bagamoyo – Tanzania
Drive south through rural Tanzania to Bagamoyo on the East African coast, once a key trading port.
Travel: Arusha – Bagamoyo (12h/590km)
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Optional activity: Zanzibar Express (fly to Zanzibar)
Day 7: Bagamoyo to Nungwi Beach Resort – Zanzibar Island
Take a ferry to Zanzibar Island, where you’ll enjoy the tropical paradise of Nungwi Beach. Relax or explore the island’s culture and vibrant marine life.
Travel: Dar es Salaam – Bagamoyo – Dar es Salaam (1h30m-2h/60km), Stone Town (Ferry 2h) & Stone Town – Nungwi (1h30m)
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 8: Nungwi Beach Resort – Zanzibar Island
Spend a full day on the beaches of Zanzibar Island, swimming, relaxing, and exploring. Optional activities like snorkeling and scuba diving are available.
Meals included: Breakfast
Optional activities: Snorkeling, scuba diving, sailing, island hopping
Day 9: Nungwi Beach to Stone Town – Zanzibar Island
Head back to Stone Town for a spice tour and explore the cultural landmarks of this historic city.
Travel: Nungwi Beach – Stone Town (4h)
Meals included: Breakfast
Optional activities: Stone Town Walking Tour
Day 10: Stone Town to Baobab Valley – Tanzania
Take a ferry back to Dar es Salaam, then continue to Baobab Valley, where you’ll camp near the Ruaha River.
Travel: Stone Town – Dar es Salaam (Ferry 2h/200km) & Dar es Salaam – Baobab Valley (6h/360km)
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 11: Baobab Valley to Iringa – Tanzania
Travel through the Tanzanian Highlands to the city of Iringa for a visit to a community project and local crafts center.
Travel: Baobab Valley – Iringa (5h/180km)
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 12: Iringa to Chitimba – Malawi
Cross into Malawi and head to Chitimba Beach along the shores of Lake Malawi, known as the “Lake of Stars.”
Travel: Iringa – Chitimba (9h/235km)
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 13: Chitimba to Kande Beach – Malawi
Continue south along Lake Malawi’s shores to Kande Beach, where you can unwind and interact with locals.
Travel: Chitimba – Kande Beach (5h)
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 14: Kande Beach – Malawi
Spend the day at Kande Beach, enjoying the water or exploring local villages. Optional activities include snorkeling and village visits.
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Optional activities: Snorkeling, Village Visit
Day 15: Kande Beach to Chipata – Zambia
Cross into Zambia and travel to Chipata, en route to South Luangwa National Park.
Travel: Kande Beach – Chipata (7h/400km)
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 16: Chipata to Mfuwe & South Luangwa Park – Zambia
Visit a community project before heading to South Luangwa National Park, where you can enjoy an optional game drive or relax at camp.
Travel: Chipata – South Luangwa (2h/150km)
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Optional activities: Game Drive in South Luangwa
Day 17: South Luangwa National Park – Zambia
Spend the day exploring the wildlife of South Luangwa National Park, known for its game walks, night drives, and abundant wildlife.
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Optional activities: Game Drive, Walking Safari
Day 18: Mfuwe to Lusaka Area – Zambia
Travel to Lusaka, where you’ll stay at a private game farm and relax by the pool after a day of travel.
Travel: South Luangwa – Lusaka (12h/750km)
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 19: Lusaka to Victoria Falls – Zimbabwe
Cross the border into Zimbabwe, and arrive at the majestic Victoria Falls for an exploration of one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World.
Travel: Lusaka – Victoria Falls (12h/700km)
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Optional activities: Victoria Falls Tour, Zambezi River Sunset Cruise
Day 20: Victoria Falls to Matobo National Park – Zimbabwe
Visit Matobo National Park, home to historical rock art and breathtaking landscapes.
Travel: Victoria Falls – Matobo National Park (7h/400km)
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 21: Matobo National Park to Bulawayo – Zimbabwe
End the adventure in Bulawayo, where you can relax and reflect on your incredible journey across Africa.
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 22: Matobo National Park – Zimbabwe
On this day of your adventure with Adventure In The Wild Safaris, we explore the stunning Matobo National Park. Embark on a game drive in search of the rare white rhinos and other wildlife that inhabit the park. Marvel at the surreal landscapes, where granite boulders create an otherworldly backdrop, while keeping an eye out for wildlife in the bush.
Matobo National Park is not only a sanctuary for Zimbabwe’s rhinos but also holds cultural and historical significance, making it a must-visit on your African safari.
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 23: Matobo National Park to Tshipise – South Africa
Today, we cross into South Africa, the final country of our overland safari adventure. We drive to Tshipise in Limpopo Province, near the town of Musina. Here, you have the option to unwind and soak in the therapeutic hot springs.
Travel: Matobo National Park – Tshipise (7h/600km)
Optional activities: Soak in Hot Springs
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 24: Tshipise to Kruger National Park – South Africa
Hop aboard the adventure truck as we head south to the world-renowned Kruger National Park, one of the top game reserves in Africa. Enjoy a full day of game viewing in this vast wilderness, home to the Big Five – lion, leopard, rhino, buffalo, and elephant. Kruger also offers sightings of giraffes, zebras, antelopes, hyenas, cheetahs, and endangered African wild dogs.
Travel: Tshipise – Kruger National Park (6h)
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 25: Kruger National Park to Greater Kruger – South Africa
Day 25 of your Adventure In The Wild Safaris journey brings more extraordinary game viewing in Kruger National Park. After exploring the park in our overland vehicle, join an optional 4×4 game drive in an open safari vehicle for a closer look at the wildlife. As the day winds down, immerse yourself in the local Shangaan culture with a dance performance and a traditional dinner.
Travel: Kruger National Park – Hazyview (7h)
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Optional activities: 4×4 Kruger Safari
Day 26: Greater Kruger to Johannesburg – South Africa
Leave the African bush behind as we travel to Johannesburg, South Africa’s largest city. Enjoy the scenic landscapes as we make our way to this bustling metropolis.
Travel: Hazyview – Johannesburg (8h/400km)
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch
Day 27: Johannesburg – South Africa
On the final morning of your Adventure In The Wild Safaris, enjoy breakfast with your fellow travelers before saying your goodbyes and reflecting on the incredible memories made during your African adventure.
Meals included: Breakfast
Adventure Tour Notes:
- Age restriction: 12 – 39 years old only
- Accommodation: Participation camping (19 nights), fully-serviced camping (2 nights), simple hotels (5 nights)
- Transportation: Overland Adventure Vehicle (OAV), 4×4 safari vehicles, minibus, ferry, walking
- Group size: Maximum of 22 people (average of 18)
Wildebeest Great Migration Explained
The Wildebeest Great Migration is a seasonal event that occurs between Kenya’s Masai Mara and Tanzania’s Serengeti. The herds travel up to 1200 miles (1931km), making this natural spectacle unpredictable. While sightings of the Great Migration cannot be guaranteed, it is a remarkable phenomenon that you may witness on your safari.
Contact a travel expert from Adventure In The Wild Safaris to learn more about planning your trip around the migration.
Optional Extras and Excursions
Discover additional activities to enhance your safari experience:
- Kenya: Giraffe Centre, Nairobi National Park, The Carnivore Restaurant, Hot-air Balloon Safari
- Tanzania: Serengeti Park, Zanzibar Island activities
- Malawi: Lake Malawi Village Tours, Snorkeling, Scuba Diving
- Zimbabwe: Victoria Falls, Zambezi River Cruise, Chobe Safari
- South Africa: Kruger National Park game drives, Johannesburg city tour
Child Policy
This tour is family-friendly; however, all travelers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.