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Cape to Kenya43 days | Cape Town to Nairobi

Cape to Kenya - 43 days updated on 23-12-2016

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Embark on an overland journey

across almost half the African

Continent from Cape Town to

Kenya. A heady mix of game,

beaches, the Okavango Delta,

exotic Zanzibar, adrenaline

activities for the taking, giant dunes

and exciting places.

HIGHLIGHTS AND INCLUSIONS

Trip Highlights• South Africa: The Cederberg Area and the

Gariep River. Cape Town Township Tour,extend your stay to explore the city.

• Namibia: Fish River Canyon, the world's2nd largest canyon. Namib NaukluftNational Park - Sossusvlei & Dune 45. EtoshaNational Park, Namibia's finest wildlifesanctuary. Swakopmund, a charmingcolonial coastal town. Damaraland -Spitzkoppe. The lush Kavango region andWindhoek.

• Botswana:Chobe National Park, famous forits herds of elephants. Okavango Delta.

• Zimbabwe:UNESCO Listed Victoria Falls,one of the natural wonders of the world.

• Zambia: South Luangwa NP, Livingstone& Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, Zambia'sgateway to Victoria Falls.

• Malawi: Lake Malawi, one of the AfricanGreat Lakes, with beautiful beaches, baysand inlets.

• Zanzibar:(optional) Pristine beaches &historic Stone Town (UNESCO-listed).

• Tanzania:Arusha, the safari gateway.UNESCO Listed Serengeti National Park andNgorongoro Crater. Views of Mt Meru andMt Kilimanjaro. Pangani, a historical coastaltown. Dar es Salaam, Tanzania's largest city.Mikumi National Park (transit only).

• Kenya: Nairobi, extend your stay to explorethe sites.

What's Included• Arrival transfer from Cape Town Airport on

day 1• 1st night dormitory accommodation

at Ashanti Lodge in Cape Town(upgrades available), 2 nights twin shareaccommodation in Swakopmund and 36nights camping

• A fully equipped overland truck fortransportation and game drives

• Services of 3 person crew (leader, driver,cook)

• All camping fees & appropriate equipment• 38 breakfasts, 32 lunches and 31 dinners• Mikumi National Park (transit only)• Park Entry & Game drive - Chobe NP, South

Luangwa NP and Etosha NP. Entry intoVictoria Falls National Park.

• Cape Town Township Tour, Wine tastingin Cederberg, half day canoeing on the

Orange River, transfer to Sossusvlei forDesert Walk

• All road taxes & tolls• Return ferry to Zanzibar• 2 day/1 night Okavango Delta Excursion

(camping)

What's Not Included• International flights and visas• Accommodation in Zanzibar• Sleeping bag - please bring your own• Tipping - an entirely personal gesture• Optional activities

Local Payment2016: USD$1210 2017: USD$930, paid in USD

The local payment is a cost per person whichneeds to be paid in US Dollars cash only. It is thispayment which in part covers the park fees andother inclusions such as meals as detailed under‘what you get’. The local payment also covers yourarrival transfer and 1st night’s accommodation.Please note that due to exchange rate fluctuationsin the US dollar, the local payment amount may besubject to changes. This payment will be collectedby your tour leader at the Welcome Meeting onday 1.

DETAILED ITINERARY

Day 1 : Cape TownSaturday. Welcome to Cape Town, South Africa!You will be met in the arrivals hall of CapeTown Airport by our representative holding anon the go tours/Africa Travel Company signand transferred to the Ashanti Lodge - 11 Hof

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Street, Gardens, Cape Town, Ph (+27-21) 4238721. At 17.00pm today there is a pre departuremeeting today at the lodge, where you willmeet your guide and the rest of the group. Youraccommodation tonight is in a dorm, upgradescan be requested and are subject to availability.Overnight - Cape Town

Day 2 : Cederberg AreaIncluded Activity: Cape Town Township Tour,Wine tasting in Cederberg

Cape Town - Cederberg. Leaving Cape Town, wetake a township tour before we head aroundTable Bay and travel north to a picturesquecampsite, surrounded by wine farms in theCederburg Area. This afternoon we samplesome of the nectar of the gods with includedwine tasting after taking a short walk in thesurrounding vineyards to explore the exquisiteviews of the Cederberg Mountains. Overnight -Cederberg Area (L, D)

Day 3 : Gariep River

Cederberg - Gariep River. From the Cederbergwe travel further north through the regionknown as Namaqualand, well known for itsprolific display of Namaqua wildflowers thatoccur each spring. After stopping for suppliesin the small mining town of Springbok, wecontinue on through the desert area of theRichtersveld to the Gariep River, the naturalland border between South Africa and Namibia,where we camp at a beautiful campsite on theSouth African bank of the river. Overnight -Gariep River (B, L, D)

Day 4 : Fish River CanyonIncluded Activity: Canoeing on the GariepRiver and a visit to the Fish River Canyon

Gariep River - Fish River Canyon (Namibia).This morning we take a half-day canoe trip on

the beautiful Gariep River before we cross intoNamibia after lunch and travel to the Fish RiverCanyon. At 161 km long, 27 km wide and about550 m deep, it’s the second largest canyon in theworld. A road follows the eastern rim, giving usaccess to several viewing points from where wecan take in the spectacular vistas. Overnight -Fish River Canyon (B, L, D)

Day 5 : Sesriem

Fish River Canyon - Sesriem. An early start today,heading north we enter the area of the Namib-Naukluft desert, one of the oldest in the world.We base ourselves at Sesriem, a good place toexperience the Namib and its many moods. Ashort distance away is Sossusvlei, surrounded bya dramatic sea of sand dunes reputed to be thehighest in the world. Magnificent views of thedesert can be seen from the top of the dunes,some over 300 m high. Make sure you look up atthe stars tonight; the desert puts on a show likenowhere else in the world! Overnight - Sesriem(B, L, D)

Day 6 : Namib NaukluftNational ParkIncluded Activities: Climbing Dune 45, NamibNaukluft National Park. Desert walk toSossusvlei and Deadvlei

This morning we enter the Namib-NaukluftNational Park where we spend the morningexploring this amazing area. View the sunrisefrom the top of Dune 45 - a truly memorableexperience. Following our sunrise experiencewe head a further 5kms into the desert andtake a walk to Sossusvlei and Deadvlei andexplore the surrounding area. After our morningexploring the desert and its dunes, we exit thepark and head to our next destination, the smallsettlement of Solitaire. Overnight - Sesriem (B,L, D)

Days 7-8 : Swakopmund

Optional Activities: Sky diving, quad biking,sand boarding, scenic desert flights, dolphincruises, fishing trips, golf, horse riding andmore.

Sesriem - Swakopmund. After breakfast on day7 we head off in a north-westerly direction tomeet the Atlantic Ocean at Walvis Bay. Our drivetakes us across the Tropic of Capricorn – the‘imaginary line’ that shows the southernmostpoint of direct sun, and signals the southernhemisphere’s mid-summers day. From WalvisBay, we follow the coast for some 35 kmto arrive at Namibia’s prime holiday resort -Swakopmund where we enjoy 2 nights of rest (intwin share rooms), relaxation and a little bit ofadrenalin for those that are keen!

Founded by the Germans in 1892, their colonialinfluence is still evident today. Swakopmundhas a selection of excellent coffee shops,restaurants & bars as well as many arts andcrafts shops selling Namibian curios. Thereare fine beaches to walk along as well as agreat museum, aquarium and galleries to visit.Alternatively, the lovely beach and promenademake for a great relaxing walk – though bathingin the ocean waters may be somewhat chilly!Some of our fellow passengers may leave usin Swakop, to be replaced by new passengersjoining us for the rest of our trip.

Optional excursions include sky diving, quadbiking, sand boarding, scenic desert flights,dolphin cruises, fishing trips, golf, horse ridingand more. An activity briefing will be heldon arrival in Swakopmund (see price guideat the end of this document). Overnight -Swakopmund (B:2)

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Day 9 : SpitzkoppeSwakopmund - Brandberg. Our departure fromSwakopmund takes through the ‘Matterhorn ofNamibia’ – Spitzkoppe. The 1728m high rockformation, one of Namibia’s most recognisedlandmarks, is well known as an ancient Sansacred site. Explore the surrounding area andits San rock paintings or simply enjoy themagnificent views. After our visit to Spitzkoppewe head off to our next destination – Brandberg.Overnight - Brandberg (B, L, D)

Days 10-11 : Etosha NationalParkOptional Activity: Etosha Game Drive (day11)Brandberg - Etosha National Park area. On day10 our drive takes us further north through theNamibian countryside to our campsite, locatedin the vicinity of Etosha National Park. Thefollowing day we explore Etosha National Park.Covering 22,700 km, Etosha is Namibia’s premiernature and wildlife reserve. Situated around theEtosha Pan with a large variety of animal andbird life, the extensive network of gravel roadsaffords us the opportunity of accessing eventhe most remote areas of the park. After lunch,and once it has cooled off a bit, we spendthe remainder of the day exploring the park’ssouthern area. Keep an eye out for the strikingOryx and Springbok as these are endemic todesert National Parks! Tonight’s camp is situatedjust outside the parks boundaries, only 10kmsfrom Anderson Gate. Perhaps a quick dip in thepool or a sun downer on the deck before dinner,followed by a relaxing evening in this interestingbar. Overnight - Etosha National Park area(B:2, L:2, D:2)

Day 12 : Safari in Etosha

Included Activity: Etosha game drive in theoverland truck. Optional Activity: Etoshanight game drive

Today we make our way 150 km across thepark, keeping a look out for the many differentmammals, reptiles, birds and insects in thevarious regions. As the vegetation types change,so does the animal and bird life that relies onit, and so different sections of the Park offer avariety of different game options. After a fullday of game viewing, we spend the eveningrelaxing at our camp in the north of the park,at Namutoni. After dinner why not head to thewaterhole where you can sit and observe theanimals may come to drink in the evenings.Overnight - Etosha National Park (B, L, D)

Days 13-15 : Windhoek &GhanziOptional Activities: Dinner at Joe'sBeerhouse in Windhoek and BushmanExperience in Ghanzi.Etosha - Windhoek - Ghanzi - Maun (Botswana).From Etosha, we head to the capital Windhoekfor some free time in the afternoon. Departingon day 14 we enter into Botswana and stop inGhanzi in the middle of the Kalahari Desert -home to the famous San Bushmen.

Continuing on day 15 we head to Maun -our base for the Okavango Delta. Tonight weprepare our provisions and packs for our 1 nightexcursion. We suggest bringing along a smallerdaypack on your trip as this can be used to packthe supplies needed for this short excursion.Your trip leader will brief you fully on what isneeded, and what to expect prior to your trip tothe Delta. Overnight - Windhoek (1), Ghanzi(1) Maun (1) (B:3, L:3, D:3)

Day 16 : Okavango DeltaIncluded Activity: Okavango Delta Excursion

Maun - Okavango Delta. The Delta is a hugeexpanse of water, which has travelled from theAngolan highlands, spreading out to form thelargest inland delta in the world. Studded withexotic islands, The Delta is renowned for itsincredible variety of bird life and animals and isunique to Southern Africa.Here we take a 2 Day / 1 Night Drive InMokoro Excursion into the Delta. After an earlyrise, we pack our expedition vehicle and fromMaun we drive north for a couple of hoursto reach the mokoro poler’s station. The Delta

region is studded with many local villages wheremany families live in a traditional way. Some ofthe villages are very remote and can only bereached by the traditional mode of transport– the Mokoro. Mokoros are dugout canoesmanoeuvred through the waterways by localguides who “pole” them through the reeds. Atthe Mokoro station, we meet our ‘Polers’ andpack our supplies before heading out into thewaterways. . After a couple of hours along thewaterways, we arrive at our mobile tented campsituated in the heart of the Okavango.

On arrival you will meet the local staff whowill be your host during your stay. A briefintroduction to the camp will show you yourdome tent with twin beds and a bush en-suite bathroom – long drop toilet and a bucketshower. Relax in the tent with a cold drink or takea paddle in the Delta in a canoe. The activitiesat the camp include Mokoro trails and guidedwalking.Overnight - Okavango Delta (B, L, D)

Day 17 : Maun

Okavango Delta - Maun. This morning affordsus a final opportunity for a game walk beforepacking up and setting off back to Maun. Afterour Mokoro ride and vehicle transfer, we arriveback in the afternoon and have the chance tocomplete our picture of the Okavango Deltaby taking an optional scenic flight over theDelta (dependent on weather conditions &availability). Overnight - Maun (B, L, D)

Day 18 : Nata RegionMaun - Nata Region. We leave this beautifulpart of Botswana behind us this morning aswe depart to the lush campsite called ElephantSands. The drive will take you through a veryunpopulated landscape where the donkeysroam freely. Once we have arrived at ourcampsite you will have the option of partaking

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in a game drive or a bushwalk. Overnight - NataRegion (B, L, D)

Days 19-20 : Chobe NP

Included Activity: Chobe Overnight MobileExcursion

Nata Region - Chobe. We travel north to thetown of Kasane where we set up camp on thebanks of the Chobe River. The Chobe River formsa border between Botswana and Namibia andZambia and is the main water source to theChobe National Park. The next morning we havea chance to sleep in or explore the town ofKasane.

Once we are packed and prepared on day 20,we leave for our Chobe National Park overnightmobile excursion – an overnight experience inthe wilds of the Chobe National park. Chobeis one of Botswana’s premier game parks,renowned for its large elephant herds. Spendthe afternoon in search of wildlife while wegame drive to our camp within the park wherewe spend the evening surrounded by the night-time noises of the local wildlife. Look out forthe rare Sable and Roan Antelope on your gamedrive, with their majestic backward slantinghorns, or try keep a count of the Lilac BreastedRoller’s that swoop by! Overnight - Kasane (1),Chobe (1) (B:2)

Days 21-23 : Chobe NationalParkOptional Activities: See below

Chobe - Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe). After ournight in the bush, we head out early to continueour search for wildlife, before packing up thecamp and heading back to Kasane. Once wehave returned to camp, we get back on ourtruck and continue to the border of Zimbabwe.Once we’ve completed border formalities, we

have a short drive to the nearby Victoria Falls.Named after the famous World Heritage siteand Water Falls, the town of Victoria Falls issituated on the Zambezi River and surroundedby the Victoria Falls National Park. Our campsiteis conveniently situated in the centre of town,and within walking distance of the adventurebooking agents, restaurants and shops. A 20minute walk down the main road takes youto the entry point to view the falls, whichare situated between Zimbabwe and Zambia.Victoria Falls, or Mosi-oa-Tunya (the Smoke thatThunders), was named by David Livingstoneon his explorations, and is one of the SevenNatural Wonders of the World. At 1700 m wideand around 100m high, this is the world'slargest sheet of falling water and a memorablesight on any African Safari! After our adventureactivities briefing (see price guide at the endof this document for options), the afternoon isspent relaxing at the campsite’s swimming pool,viewing the Victoria Falls, or exploring the manysights and delights of this town.

The next 2 days are spent relaxing orparticipating in a myriad of Optional Excursions.Some of our fellow passengers will leave usin Vic Falls, to be replaced by new passengersjoining us for the next leg of our trip.Optional excursions include elephant backsafaris, horseback safaris, walking with lions, avisit to the crocodile ranch, boat cruises andgolf at The Elephant Hills Resort. Adrenalinjunkies can bungee from the Victoria FallsBridge connecting Zimbabwe and Zambia orabseil down the Batoka Gorge - neither activityis for the faint hearted! All year round, flightsin fixed wing, micro light and ultra light aircraftor helicopters provide an aerial perspectiveover this magnificent World Heritage Site. Whitewater rafting on the Zambezi is world class.Beside the excitement of the Grade 5 rapids,there are the "floats," where there is time toadmire the scenic cliffs and the occasionalwildlife on the riverbanks. Overnight - VictoriaFalls (B:3)

Days 24-25 : Chobe NationalPark

Included Activity: Chobe Overnight MobileExcursion

Victoria Falls - Chobe (Botswana) - Livingstone(Zambia). We head out from Victoria Falls tothe border crossing to Botswana. Once we’vecompleted the border formalities, we continueback to the town of Kasane, situated on thebanks of the Chobe River. Here we have theopportunity again to take part in the ChobeOvernight Mobile Excursion. For those who’dprefer to stay behind at the campsite in Kasane,there is an optional early morning game driveor Chobe River Cruise on the morning of day 25instead.

Returning to the camp at Kasane the followingmorning, we get back on our truck and continueto the town of Livingstone in Zambia. Thisafternoon we have the opportunity to viewVictoria Falls from the Mosi-oa-Tunya NationalPark, Zambia or partake in a sunset boatcruise on the Zambezi River. Another fantasticphoto opportunity! Overnight - Chobe (1),Livingstone (1) (B:2, L:1, D:2)

Days 26-27 : South LuangwaNPIncluded Activity: Game drive through SouthLuangwa National Park in our overland truck

Livingstone - Eastern Zambia - Luangwa. Anearly morning start sees us head north throughsouthern Zambia. As we drive, we pass througha few of the villages and towns of Zambia alongthe way. Prosperous during the copper boom inthe 60’s, Zambia was able to build infrastructureat the main mining and farming communities.After the fall of the copper industry, thecountry was left virtually bankrupt and existing

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infrastructure was left to fall to ruin. Due toforeign investment and a rise in the miningindustry, Zambia is today once again starting toprosper. The difference is evident in the citieswith the availability of foreign stores, banks andimported cars, while the villages and smallertowns are still to catch up.

On day 27 we enter South Luangwa NationalPark. This breath taking park is situated on theLuangwa River in the Eastern part of Zambia,and it is the southernmost of three nationalparks in this region. South Luangwa wasfounded in 1938 as a game reserve, 1972 wasthe year it was declared as a national park, andtoday it covers over 9000 kilometres squared.Animals such as Giraffe, buffalo and Elephantscan be found in abundance. The Luangwa riveris home to many a hippo and croc. Overnight -Eastern Zambia (1), Luangwa (1) (B:2, L:2, D:2)

Day 28 :South Luangwa - Chipata. From Luangwa wehead north east on the old ‘East Road’ to abeautiful little campsite located just 10 kmbefore the Zambia/Malawi border. In the daysof old, the route from Cairo to Cape Townpassed through Lusaka and it’s along this routeto Malawi we travel today. While today ismostly spent driving, we do cross the impressiveLuangwa River Bridge which is heavily guardeddue to its close proximity to the Zimbabwean& Malawian borders. We’ll also stop off topurchase some fresh produce and coal from thelocal sellers along the way.

Days 29-31 : Lake Malawi

Optional activities vary; however we dorecommend that you do the village tour.Please note that you can bring along with youpens, notepads, pencils and dry starch foodsfor the village tour. For more informationplease speak to your crew.

Chipata - Lake Malawi (Malawi). Leaving Zambiawe cross into Malawi, the ‘Warm Heart of Africa’.We stop off in the capital, Lilongwe, a smallcity distinctively divided into the old townand the new administrative centre. Malawi is alandlocked country with 20% of its total areamade up of beautiful Lake Malawi. We camp firstat the central Lake, and then in the northern areaover the next 3 days.Spend the days learning the game of bao fromthe locals, scour the markets for a bargain orsimply relax on the pristine beaches. Malawi’stemperate climate allows for swimming in theclear blue fresh-water lake all year round.Explore the beautiful shore where you’ll happenupon the local fishermen sorting their catch.Traditional fishing techniques are still practicedand to appreciate their boating skills, try topaddle a dugout canoe yourself! At night you’llsee the ‘fairy’ lights of the fishermen outon the lake. The various beachside campsitesalong Lake Malawi’s shores offer many optionalExcursions including a variety of water sports,horseback rides and a visit to the local villageand school (see pricing guide at the end of thisdocument). Overnight - Lake Malawi (B:3, L:3,D:3)

Day 32 : IringaLake Malawi - Iringa (Tanzania). After a relaxing4 days, we leave Malawi, entering Tanzaniathrough the border post at Songwe. Windingour way through the beauty of the Tukuyutea and banana plantations, we head towardsIringa where we spend the night in thebeautiful rustic ‘Farmhouse’ campsite famousfor its Amarula Hot Chocolates and its steamyshowers! Overnight - Iringa (B, L, D)

Day 33 : Dar es SalaamIringa - Dar es Salaam. This morning we head offearly and make our way to Dar es Salaam. Wepass through the Mikumi National Park whereit is possible to view a range of wildlife fromthe roadside, totally impervious to the passingtraffic. Today’s drive time is extended due tothe heavier amount of traffic heading in to thecity, but the sights and sounds of Dar’s vibrantouter suburbs are sure to keep you entertained.Look out for the colourful shop-fronts with theirsometimes humorous ‘catch phrases’. On arrivalin Dar es Salaam, we make our way to our lovely

seaside campsite and prepare for our departureto Zanzibar the next morning. Overnight - Dares Salaam (B, L, D)

Days 34-36 : Zanzibar

Optional: Zanzibar Excursion. Returnferry ticket included, accommodation notincluded in the cost of this trip.

Dar es Salaam - Zanzibar (optional). A ferry fromDar es Salaam takes us to the "Spice Island,”where we have the option to spend the next 3nights. Zanzibar is steeped in history and wasone of the major starting points for most EastAfrican explorers in their quest for new lands.New passengers may join us to replace thosethat’ll leave us at the end of our excursion toZanzibar.PLEASE NOTE: Accommodation and meals arefor your own account whilst on Zanzibar, asit is our experience that passengers preferto explore the island on their own, andin accordance with their own budget. TheTrip Leader joins you and can arrange youraccommodation, while meals can be enjoyedfrom a wide selection of restaurants. There arealso a wide variety of optional excursions onoffer – please see the price guide on the end ofthis Go Guide for more details.

History aside, Zanzibar offers a wealth ofexperiences for the visitor. Today the quietstreets of the old Stone Town still retain theirArabic influence, from the Medina-like shops tothe palaces of the Sultans, who founded theirvast empires on the spoils of the slave and ivorytrade. The island is famous for its spices and anexcursion around a spice plantation is always afascinating experience. Other options include atrip to the beautiful beaches and giant tortoisesof Prison Island, a full day scuba dive in Nungweor a fishing trip in a traditional dhow. Mopedsare available for hire if you’d like to explore the

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more remote areas of the island. Zanzibar is aseafood lover’s paradise. Numerous restaurantsoffer a great variety of the freshest catch fromthe ocean - crayfish being a popular speciality.Alternatively, mingle with the locals for dinner atthe Forodhani Gardens seafront market, wheredelicious, inexpensive seafood is on offer.For those not opting to visit the island ofZanzibar, the next 3 days are spent at leisure atthe beach campsite in Dar es Salaam. There arevarious optional excursions available from thecamp including diving, snorkelling and fishingtrips. The driver and cook remain behind in Dares Salaam during the excursion. Overnight -Dar es Salaam (3) OR optional Zanzibar (3)(B:1)

Days 37-39 : ArushaZanzibar - Dar es Salaam - Pangani - Arusha.Leaving Zanzibar in the afternoon on day 37, wereturn to the mainland and another night in Dares Salaam. Arrival back to camp is usually in thelate afternoon, or early evening.From Dar es Salaam we continue north towardsthe coastal town of Pangani where we spend thenight. The following day we continue throughvast sisal plantations and African bushveldto Arusha. On the way, we pass The Pareand Usambara Mountain ranges before drivingthrough the town of Moshi. Moshi is the basefor Mount Kilimanjaro climbing expeditionsand weather permitting; we may even catcha glimpse of this magical mountain’s snowysummit - a photo opportunity not to be missed!Tonight we stay at a campsite in Meserani onthe outskirts of Arusha, before heading out onour optional excursion to the Serengeti andNgorongoro Crater tomorrow. Overnight - Dares Salaam (1), Pangani (1), Arusha (1) (B:2, L:2,D:3)

Days 40-42 : OptionalSerengeti & Ngorongoro

Optional Activity: Serengeti & Ngorongoro 3day Excursion. Please speak to your crew formore information.

Arusha - Serengeti & Ngorongoro - optional.Arusha is a pleasant town situated at the baseof Mount Meru, and is the starting point forsafaris into the Serengeti, Tarangire and LakeManyara National Parks, and the NgorongoroConservation Area. This morning we have theopportunity to explore this thriving town whilewe stock up on provisions needed for ourexcursion. You may chose to wander the vibrantcraft markets, stock up on supplies or perhapscatch up on the news back home at one ofthe small internet cafe available. Heading backto our base camp, Meserani Snake Park, thosethat are participating in the optional excursionsto Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti NationalPark can start to prepare for their departure thisafternoon. The excursion is offered by a localTanzanian operator who conducts the trip intothe Parks in 4WD vehicles (In peak season, theremay be a minivan or bus transfer to Karatu),which are adapted for safari use.

For those not opting to visit the NgorongoroCrater or Serengeti National Park, the nextdays are spent at leisure enjoying the Meseranireptile park, Masai Cultural Museum andthe surrounding villages and craft markets.Alternatively the town of Arusha is close by toexplore. The driver and cook remain behind inDar es Salaam during the excursion.

The Optional Ngorongoro/Serengeti excursiontakes us via the Masai town of Mtu Wa Mbu(Mosquito River) that lies adjacent to the LakeManyara National Park and up the Rift ValleyEscarpment to the higher lying village ofKaratu. Karatu offers magnificent views over thesurrounding hills and has many well establishedwheat farms that add to the picturesquepanoramas. We spend the evening at a pleasantcampsite in Karatu. The following morning wedepart early for the Ngorongoro Conservationarea and head into the wildlife rich NgorongoroCrater. This World Heritage Site boasts some ofthe best game viewing in Africa – including theelusive Black Rhino.

After our game drive in the Crater, we continuedown the Crater rim and past the ‘Cradle of

Mankind’ on our way to the Serengeti NationalPark. We cross the vast plains as we gamedrive through the southern and central areas inthe park. Tonight we bush camp (no ablutions)in the wild surrounded by the sounds of theAfrican wilderness. In the morning, we headoff for another game drive and explore thelandscape in search of the resident wildlife. Withsome luck, we may see some of Africa’s ‘Big 5’!

After our morning drive, we head back acrossthe plains and the lush Crater rim to our truckat Arusha, where we spend the evening musingover our thrilling wildlife experience. Overnight- Arusha (3), OR optional Karatu & Serengeti(B:3, L:3, D:3)

Day 43 : NairobiArusha - Nairobi (Kenya). We set off early thismorning and make our way to the Tanzania/Kenyan border and the small border townof Namanga. After completing the borderformalities, we continue on our journey to thecapital city Nairobi where our safari ends.

We recommend staying an extra night in Nairobiin case of any delays on our way into Kenya. Also,if you have time you enjoy some of the manyoptions available in this bustling city; visit TheDavid Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, where you canview the orphaned baby elephants at feedingtime, or head to the Giraffe Centre in Langata,if you haven’t had your fill of game viewing,then Nairobi National Park offers some greatday trips or if you haven’t quite got all thosesouvenirs you wanted, take a “Matatu” to thelocal curio markets close by the campsite. Orwhy not try the fair on offer at the famousCarnivores restaurant.(B)

Please NoteThis expedition is run in conjunction withAfrica Travel Company.

This itinerary should be used as a guide onlyand may vary from day to day depending onroad & weather conditions, political situationsand group decisions.

All prices & Local Payments are subject tochange.

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Due to Tourism Laws in some of the countrieswe visit, there may be a truck and crew changeduring the trip.

Travelling in 2016?If travelling in 2016 your itinerary will beslightly different and will include a 2 nightbush excursion into the Okavango Delta. Tentswill be brought in and there are no ablutionfacilities. You will also be visiting Divundu inlieu of Windhoek and Ghanzi in Namibia. Pleasecontact us for full Trip Notes of your tour.

Who's on tour?People from all over decide that the back tobasics and close-up approach to viewing Africais for them – from Canada to New Zealand toSingapore and the UK. Generally people are30-50yrs, easy going and happy to participate.They have a love of camping and as some daysare long, don’t mind a drive. Whilst the truck ispurpose built and ideal for this style of safari,for those who require more comfort we suggestyou opt for one of our lodge safaris.

Things To Bring• A sleeping bag• For extra comfort, bring a travel pillow• Spare camera batteries/film and dustbag• Mosquito spray (with active DEET ingredient)• Your own personal first aid kit• A torch• A small daypack for your day-to-day needs.• Antibacterial wipes• A photocopy of your passport data pages• Your Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate• Your travel insurance policy details• Hat, sunglasses & sunscreen• Warm clothing - raincoat, warm hat, socks etc

as across Africa wet/dry and hot/cool climaticperiods change invariably.

BudgetingAfrica is not as cheap as many people believeand we recommend that you budget betweenUS $30-35 per day for expenses such as drinks,snacks and curios. Budget more if you plan onbuying a lot of souvenirs and budget for youroptional excursions and visas separately.

Transport on TourOur overland vehicles are custom builtconverted Mercedes Benz or MAN trucks thathave seatingspace for our passengers and a storage areas forluggage and all trip equipment. The trucks seatbetween 27-30 passengers on our campingtrips. Most seats are forward facing, thoughsome models have a combination of forward,backward and some inward facing seats withtables. Vehicles have sliding glass windows, andthe seating area is raised providing a greatadvantage for game viewing and photography.Seats are cushioned and there is storage spacefor personal items like cameras, snacks and daypacks in the seating area.

Meals on TourMeals and menus vary as food is purchased en-route, and is subject to produce that is availableseasonally in the areas we travel through. Aswe support the local communities along theway, fresh produce is mostly purchased directfrom the producer or local grower and thereforehas an organic appearance. Our safari cooks areable to offer a wide variety of menus with theingredients available, even if the produce onoffer is not of the same selection as what youmay be used to back home. The breakfast spreadconsists of bread (toast when time allows),spreads and cereals with a hot breakfast everyfew days. Lunches are mostly prepared en-routewith a supply of ‘build your own’ sandwichingredients available. Dinners are cooked in theevenings on arrival at the campsite. A wide arrayof dinner menus are on offer during your safari,consisting of curries, stews, pastas, BBQs andeven roasts!

Participation on TourAll of our overland safaris are participation tripsmeaning that all passengers are expected tohelp out around camp. The crew membersrunning the trip will set up a rota system that willbe followed. One day you may be on cleaningduty, the next day you may be on cooking dutyand so forth. This is not only to make the tripeasier for all involved but also for you as thepassengers to get to know one another while ontrip.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Passports & VisasPlease ensure that you have at least two blankpages in your passport, plus an additional blankpage for each visa/African country you a visiting.If travelling on one of our longer overland safariswe recommend that you have at least 12 blankpages in your passport.

Please also note that your passport must bevalid for a minimum of six months from the enddate of your trip.

Any visa information provided in this documentis for general guidance purposes only, visarequirements and fees are subject to change.It is essential that you check current entryrequirements with each relevant embassy/consulate prior to departure. Visa procurementis the responsibility of the traveller and not of OnThe Go.

Booking Your FlightsWhen booking your departure flight you shouldallow time at the end of your African safari forany unexpected delays. We recommend thatyou book your onward flight no earlier than24 hours after the end of your safari. In thecase of our longer overland camping safaris(22 days or more) we advise against makingany firm arrangements for at least 48 hoursafter the scheduled departure date. We canhelp to arrange post tour accommodation uponrequest.

Botswana Country Guide

VisaPlease be advised that visa requirements aresubject to change and that visa procurementis the responsibility of the traveller and notOn The Go Tours, therefore it is essential thatyou check current visa requirements with theembassy before travel. Please also ensure thatyour passport is valid for at least 6 months fromyour planned date of departure from Africa.UK, Ireland, Australian, New Zealand, USA,Canadian and South African citizens do notrequire a visa for entrance into Botswana.

The few countries that do require visas; mostlyEastern European and Asian Nationals, need toobtain them prior to arrival at the border. Visasare not issued at Botswana ports of entry, if you

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arrive without a visa, immigration officials willrefuse you entry to Botswana.

VaccinationsYou should seek medical advice beforetravelling to Botswana from your local healthpractitioner and ensure that you receive allof the appropriate vaccinations. As a guidePolio, Diphtheria, Hepatitis A and Tetanus isstrongly recommended. Rabies may also berecommended.There is the risk of malaria in certain areasof Botswana so it is very important to checkwith your doctor before you go, to see whethermalarial medication is required for the areas youare visiting. A valid Yellow Fever vaccinationcertificate is also required if travelling intoBotswana and you have previously been in aninfected country.

Currency & BankingThe currency of Botswana is the BotswanaPulas (BWP) 1 Pula = 100 Thebe. Notes are indenominations of BWP10, 20, 50 and 100.Coins are in denominations of BWP1, 50, 25, 10,5, 1.

There are no restrictions on the import of local orforeign currencies, provided they are declaredon arrival. Export of local currency is limited toBWP50 and foreign currencies up to the amountdeclared on arrival. It is easy to change mostforms of currency including US$, GB£, Euros andSouth African Rand. The best place to changemoney in Botswana is the bureau de changesas banks charge commission to change eithercash or travellers cheques. ATMs are availablein all main towns, cities, shopping centres andmost petrol stations. MasterCard, Visa, AmericanExpress and Diners Club are all widely accepted.Travellers cheques should be in US Dollars orPound Sterling to avoid additional exchangerate charges. Proof of identity may be requestedin some instances, so it’s useful to carry apassport or some form of photo identification.In large cities travellers cheques can incur a highsurcharge.

Banking hours: Mon-Fri 0900-1530, Sat0830-1100.

Time & VoltageTime Zone - Botswana is 2 hours ahead of GMT.Daylight saving time is not observed.

The standard voltage is 220 - 240V. Primarysockets require a ‘Type M’ - South African,electrical plug which has three thick circularpins. You will need a voltage converter, and plugadapter in order to use U.S. appliances.

ClimateBotswana’s climate is mainly temperate.During the summer months (October-April)the weather can be very hot with daytimetemperatures of around 30 Celsius and higher.The rainy season (typically lasting from Januaryto March) can be hot with temperaturesstill in the mid 30’s and only dropping toaround the mid 20’s overnight. Winter (May-September) brings a cool change yet is stillreasonably warm and mostly pleasant withan average temperature of around 25°C. Earlymornings and evenings may be cold and frostyespecially in the Kalahari region. The amount ofrainfall decreases the further you travel west orsouthwards during the winter and rainy seasonmonths.

Travelling with children inBotswanaThe Ministry of Nationality, Immigration andGender Affairs informs the general public that ithas imposed requirements for minors (childrenunder 18) travelling through the county’s portsof entry.

Effective from the 1st October 2016 minorstravelling through the country’s borders willbe required to produce certified copies ofunabridged birth certificates in addition totheir valid passports. In the event that oneparent is not travelling with the child, theother parent's affidavit consenting to such travelshould be availed. However, an affidavit will notbe required if the father’s name does not appearon the child’s birth certificate.”

To summarise the above, should families betravelling with children below the age of 18 theywill require the following:• Valid Passports

• Certified unabridged birth certificates for allminors below the age of 18• A letter of consent from the other parentshould the minor be travelling with one parent

Kenya Country Guide

VisasPlease be advised that visa requirements aresubject to change and that visa procurementis the responsibility of the traveller and notOn The Go Tours, therefore it is essential thatyou check current visa requirements with theembassy before travel. Please also ensure thatyour passport is valid for at least 6 months fromyour planned date of departure from Africa.South African passport holders do not requirea visa to visit Kenya for up to 30 days. Mostother nationalities, including UK, USA, Canadian,Australian and New Zealand passport holders,do require a visa to enter Kenya.</p>

On 1st July 2015 the government of Kenyaintroduced an electronic visa application. It isstill possible to purchase a visa upon arrival upuntil 31 August 2015. From 01 September 2015ALL tourists wishing to visit Kenya need to applyfor a visa online at www.ecitizen.go.ke. The visaprocess can take up to 7 working days. Forfurther details please visit our Kenya visa page -http://www.onthegotours.com/Kenya/Visas.

All passengers require an onward/return ticketsand sufficient funds for length of intended stay(at least US$500).

A Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate isrequired for travel to Kenya and if travellingfrom an infected area it must be presented uponarrival in order to be granted entry. Please alsonote that if you are travelling onward to Ugandaand/or Rwanda you will need a Yellow FeverCertificate to produce on arrival in order to begranted entry.

VaccinationsYou should seek medical advice beforetravelling to Kenya from your local healthpractitioner and ensure that you receive allof the appropriate vaccinations. As a guidePolio, Diphtheria, Hepatitis A&B and Tetanus is

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strongly recommended. Rabies and Meningitisare also recommended.

There is the risk of malaria in Kenya so it isvery important to check with your doctor beforeyou go, to see whether malarial medicationis required for the areas you are visiting. AYellow Fever Vaccination Certificate is requiredfor travel to Kenya and if travelling from aninfected area it must be presented upon arrivalin order to be granted entry. Please also notethat if you are travelling onward to Ugandaand/or Rwanda you will need a Yellow FeverCertificate to produce on arrival in order to begranted entry.

Time & VoltageKenya is 3 hours ahead of GMT. Daylight savingtime is not observed.

In Kenya the standard voltage is 220-240V.Primary sockets require a ‘Type G’ - BritishBS-1363 type, three pin plug. You will need avoltage converter, and plug adapter in order touse U.S. appliances. We recommend packing auniversal adapter.

CurrencyThe currency of Kenya is the Kenyan Shilling(code KES, symbol KSh).1 KSh = 100 cents. Notes are in denominationsof: KSh1,000, 500, 200, 100 and 50.Coins are in denominations of KSh20, 10 and 5.

Banking hours: Mon-Fri 0900-1500, Sat0900-1100. You can exchange money in banksor bureau de changes. Be aware that oldpre-2003 US$ banknotes or torn or markedbanknotes are difficult to exchange in Africa somake sure you take crisp new notes! In majortowns/cities most banks have an ATM. AmericanExpress, Diners Club, MasterCard and Visa cardsare all widely accepted.

Travellers cheques can be changed at banks,these should be in US Dollars or Pound Sterlingto avoid additional exchange rate charges.Most banks will want to see your passportand proof of purchase receipt before cashingyour travellers cheques. Please Note: Travellerscheques can be difficult to cash and often haverestrictions of about US$100 a day maximum.They also tend to attract high commission

charges, especially when exchanging for hardcurrency.

ClimateKenya is an excellent year round destinationwith a favourable climate and reasonably lowrainfall. In general the hottest months areDecember to March, although the climate variesenormously from place to place. The lowlandcoastal areas are tropical, with year roundhigh temperatures and humidity, which is atits peak in April and May, although temperedby monsoon winds. The highlands are moretemperate with four seasons. Nairobi has a verypleasant climate throughout the year due to itsaltitude. Near Lake Victoria, the temperaturesare much higher and rainfall can be heavy.

Malawi Country Guide

VisasPlease be advised that visa requirements aresubject to change and that visa procurementis the responsibility of the traveller and notOn The Go Tours, therefore it is essential thatyou check current visa requirements with theembassy before travel. Please also ensure thatyour passport is valid for at least 6 months fromyour planned date of departure from Africa.

As of the 1st October 2015 passport holders of(but not limited to) UK, USA, Canada, Australiaand New Zealand will be charged a visa fee atthe border into Malawi. The cost is $50 for a 7 daytransit visa and $75 for a 90 day single entry visa.

Please check with your local Malawi Embassy orHigh Commission prior to departure.

VaccinationsSeek advice from your doctor or travel clinicat least six weeks prior to departure aboutwhat vaccinations you require. Typically the listincludes typhoid, tetanus, polio, hepatitis A andB and meningitis.

A malaria risk exists throughout the country, westrongly recommend that you take anti-malariamedication.

A Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate isrequired from travellers over one year of agecoming from infected areas.

CurrencyThe currency of Malawi is the Malawian Kwacha(MWK, symbol MK).1 MWK = 100 tambala.

Notes are in denominations of Mk500, 200, 100,50, 20, 10 and 5.Coins are in denominations of Mk1 and 20, 10, 5,2 and 1 tambala.

On arrival in Lilongwe you will be able to convertmoney into MKW. The bureau de changes arethe easiest place to change money, and US$ andGB£ are accepted in both cash and travellerscheque format. Travellers cheques attract acommission charge and a lower exchangerate than cash, which is changed with nocommission.

If coming south from Tanzania, MKW can bepurchased on the border using US$ cash. ATMsare effectively non-existent for foreign cards inMalawi.

Time & VoltageTime Zone - Malawi is 2 hours ahead of GMT.Daylight saving time is not observed

Standard voltage is 220-240V. Electrical socketsin Malawi are the "Type G " British BS-1363 type.You will need a voltage converter, and plugadapter in order to use U.S. appliances

ClimateThere are three seasons in Malawi. The rainyseason extends from November to April, thecool season from May to July and the dry seasonfrom August to October. Temperatures andrainfall are greatly influenced by Lake Malawiand altitude, which varies from 37 metres (inthe Lower Shire Valley) to 3050 metres (MountMulanje). Along the lakeshore, the mean annualtemperature is 24°C, and humidity can be highduring the rainy season.

Namibia Country Guide

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VisasPlease be advised that visa requirements aresubject to change and that visa procurementis the responsibility of the traveller and notOn The Go Tours, therefore it is essential thatyou check current visa requirements with theembassy before travel. Please also ensure thatyour passport is valid for at least 6 months fromyour planned date of departure from Africa.UK, Ireland, Australian, New Zealand, USA,Canadian and South African citizens do notrequire a visa for stays of up to 90 days inNamibia.

Very few countries require Namibian visas.Those that do require a visa must obtain it priorto departure. Visas are not issued at Namibiaports of entry, if you arrive without a visa,immigration officials will refuse you entry toNamibia.

Health & VaccinationsYou should seek medical advice beforetravelling to Namibia from your local healthpractitioner and ensure that you receive allof the appropriate vaccinations. As a guidePolio, Diphtheria, Hepatitis A & B and Tetanusis strongly recommended. Rabies may also berecommended.There is the risk of malaria in certain areas ofNamibia so it is very important to check withyour doctor before you go, to see whethermalarial medication is required for the areas youare visiting. A valid Yellow Fever vaccinationcertificate is also required if travelling intoNamibia and you have previously been in aninfected country.

CurrencyThe currency of Namibia is the Namibian Dollar($NAD) 1 $NAD = 100 cents. Notes are indenominations of $NAD10, 20, 50, 100 and 200.Coins are in denominations of 5, 10, 50, $NAD1,$NAD5.

It is possible to change money and use ATMsin all sizeable towns. Bureau de Changes offerquicker and commission free service but areonly found in Swakopmund and Windhoek.ATMs are widely accessible and very reliable andoffer the best rates of exchange for cards.

The Rand and Namibian dollar are tied to eachother on an equal level and as such the Rand andNamibian dollar can be used interchangeablyin Namibia. However Namibian dollars are notaccepted in South Africa.

All unused Namibian Dollars need to beexchanged to South African Rand before leavingNamibia. The Rand can then be used inBotswana or South Africa. Namibian Dollars canbe changed to Rand at banks and bureau dechanges and swapped over in some shops.

Banking hours: 09:00 to 15:30. Some closebetween 13:00 and 14:00

Time & VoltageTime Zone - Namibia is 2 hours ahead of GMT.Daylight saving time is not observed.

Standard voltage in Namibia is 220 - 230V.Primary sockets require a ‘Type M’ - SouthAfrican, electrical plug which has three thickcircular pins. You will need a voltage converter,and plug adapter in order to use U.S. appliances.

ClimateNamibia’s climate is typical of a semi-desertregion, with hot days and cool nights. Namibiais blessed with an average of 300 days ofsunshine a year. Temperatures are cooler alongthe coast and on the central plateau. Rainfallis typically low in Namibia and normallyonly occurs during the summer months fromDecember to March, mostly in the form of heavythunderstorms. During the winter months fromMay to September days are typically warm buttemperatures can drop below freezing at night.

Tanzania Country Guide

VisasPlease be advised that visa requirements aresubject to change and that visa procurementis the responsibility of the traveller and notOn The Go Tours, therefore it is essential thatyou check current visa requirements with theembassy before travel. Please also ensure thatyour passport is valid for at least 6 months fromyour planned date of departure from Africa.UK, Irish, Australian, New Zealand, USA,Canadian and RSA citizens require a visa forTanzania. A single entry visas can be obtained

by most nationalities upon arrival at Dar esSalaam, Kilimanjaro and Zanzibar Airport orat Namanga border crossing point, betweenTanzania and Kenya. The current visa cost is U$50 for all nationalities, which can be paid inUS$, GB£ or Euro cash. The three East Africancountries of Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda havean agreement that you can travel freely betweenthese countries and do not have to get anothervisa when returning to each. If you exit thisregion and enter any other country, includingRwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo,you will need to get new visas to re enter Kenya,Tanzania and Uganda.

VaccinationsYou should seek medical advice beforetravelling to Tanzania from your local healthpractitioner and ensure that you receive allof the appropriate vaccinations. As a guidePolio, Diphtheria, Hepatitis A & B, Typhoid andTetanus is strongly recommended. Meningitisand Rabies are also recommended.

There is the risk of malaria in Tanzania so it isvery important to check with your doctor beforeyou go, to see whether malarial medication isrequired for the areas you are visiting.A Yellow Fever International Certificate ofVaccination is required from travellers over one,arriving from countries infected with yellowfever or who were in transit through infectedareas (unless they remained onboard or at theairport); this is particularly relevant if travelingfrom neighbouring African countries. If visitingZanzibar from mainland Tanzania, a yellow fevercertificate must be produced to gain entry.

CurrencyThe currency of Tanzania is the TanzanianShilling (code TZS, symbol TSh).1 TSh = 100 cents. Notes are in denominations ofTSh10,000, 5000, 2,000, 1,000 and 500. Coins arein denominations of TSh200, 100, 50, 20 and 10.

The Tanzanian Shilling is non exportable orimportable. You can exchange US Dollars,Pound Sterling or Euro cash at bureau dechanges or banks in larger towns/cities. Cash ischanged with no commission. Exchange ratesvary depending upon the denomination of thenote that you want to change and generallysmaller notes attract a lower exchange rate

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than high ones. Be aware that old pre-2003US$ banknotes or torn or marked banknotesare difficult to exchange in Africa so make sureyou take crisp new notes. Alternatively mostlarge towns/cities have an ATM where cashcan be withdrawn using Visa or MasterCard.Credit cards are very rarely accepted for makingpurchases.

Banking hours: Mon-Fri 0830-1230; Sat0830-1300. Bureaux de change have longerhours and in the cities open on Sundays.

Travellers cheques are more difficult to changeand require proof of purchase and often haverestrictions of about US$100 a day maximum.Please note that there is a surcharge whenpaying by travellers cheques.

Time & VoltageTanzania Time Zone - 3 hours ahead of GMT.Daylight saving time is not observed.

Standard voltage is 220-240V. Primary socketsrequire a Type G British BS-1363 or Type D IndianBS-546 type, three pin plug. You will need avoltage converter, and plug adapter in order touse U.S. appliances. We recommend getting auniversal adapter.

ClimateTanzania is sunny and tropical (accept in themountain regions). Given the sheer size ofthe country, the climate varies dramatically indifferent regions. In coastal regions and on theislands of Zanzibar and Pemba it is hot andhumid year-round with higher rainfall, whilstinland, the central plateau is dry and hot and thenorth-western highlands are cooler. The longrains occur between mid-March and the end ofMay and there are also short, lighter rains duringNovember and December. The driest monthsare June to October.

South Africa Country Guide

VisasPlease be advised that visa requirements aresubject to change and that visa procurementis the responsibility of the traveller and notOn The Go Tours, therefore it is essential thatyou check current visa requirements with the

embassy before travel. Please also ensure thatyour passport is valid for at least 6 months fromyour planned date of departure from Africa.UK, Australian, New Zealand, USA and Canadiancitizens do not require a tourist visa for SouthAfrica for stays of up to 90 days.

Very few nationalities require South Africanvisas prior to entry into the country. Mostnationalities are able to get an entry stampat the border on entering South Africa. Pleasecontact your local South African embassy tofind out if you require a visa prior to enteringSA. If you are subject to visa requirements, youmust apply and receive your visa before yourdeparture for South Africa, visas are not issuedat South African ports of entry.

Travelling with Children to orthrough South AfricaFrom 1 June 2015 parents travelling withchildren into or out of South Africa, or transitingin South Africa will be asked to show the child’sunabridged (full) birth certificate which liststhe child’s details and both parents’ details.The abridged (short) birth certificate whichonly lists the child’s details won’t be accepted.Uncertified copies of birth certificates or copiesof the parents/guardians identification will notbe accepted. A parental contact affidavit (PCA)must have a certified copy of the parent’s/guardian’s identification (ie passport) attachedto it.

Where only one parent is accompanying a child,parental or legal consent for the child to travel(eg an affidavit from the other parent or –if applicable – a death certificate) is requiredand there are other requirements for childrentravelling unaccompanied or with adults whoare not their parents.

If you are travelling with children (under18) it is essential that you contact theSouth African High Commission or the SouthAfrican Department of Home Affairs for furtherinformation relating to these regulations. If youdo not carry the correct documentation you willnot be allowed to enter the country. Obtainingthe correct paperwork is the responsibility of thetraveller and not On The Go Tours.

Health & VaccinationsYou should seek medical advice beforetravelling to South Africa from your local healthpractitioner and ensure that all you receiveall of the appropriate vaccinations. As a guidetetanus, diphtheria, polio, hepatitis A (for staysover 4 weeks) and hepatitis B (for stays over 3months) are recommended.

A yellow fever vaccination certificate is requiredfrom travellers over one, coming from infectedareas.

A low malaria risk occurs in northern parts ofMpumalanga (as well as Kruger National park,northern and northeastern parts of KwaZulu-Natal). If travelling to these regions and/or thecountries north of South Africa, where there is ahigh malaria risk, we strongly recommend thatyou take anti-malaria medication. Precautionarymeasures to take to prevent contact withmosquitoes include: insect repellent, cover upat sundown, sleep under a mosquito net andwear long sleeve clothing and long trousers inthe evenings.

CurrencyThe currency in South Africa is Rand (ZAR;symbol R)1 Rand = 100 cents. Notes are in denominationsof R200, 100, 50, 20 and 10. Coins are indenominations of R5, 2 and 1, and 50, 20, 10 and5 cents.

Obtaining local currency within South Africa isvery easy. ATMs are widely accessible and veryreliable and offer the best rates of exchange.International credit cards are accepted in almostall shops, restaurants, hotels and game reserves.

Bureau de changes offer a quick andcommission free service but are only foundin the main centres such as Cape Townand Johannesburg. Travellers cheques can bechanged at banks. These should be in US Dollarsor Pound Sterling to avoid additional exchangerate charges. Please note that proof of identitymay be requested in some instances, so it’suseful to carry a passport or some form ofphoto identification. Travellers cheques can bedifficult to exchange and tend to attract highcommission fees.

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Banking hours: Mon-Fri 0900-1530, Sat0830-1100.

Rand can be used in Botswana, Namibiaand South Africa, so if you are travelling onone of our overland safaris ample moneyfor these three countries can be obtainedprior to beginning your trip in Cape Town orJohannesburg. The Rand and Namibian dollarare tied to each other on an equal level and canbe used interchangeably in Namibia. The Randcan also be easily converted to Pula in Botswanaat good rates.

Time & VoltageTime Zone - South Africa is 2 hours ahead ofGMT. Daylight saving time is not observed

Standard voltage is 220-230V. Primary socketsrequire a ‘Type M’ - South African, electrical plugwhich has three thick circular pins. You will needa voltage converter, and plug adapter in orderto use U.S. appliances.

ClimateClimatic conditions generally range fromMediterranean in the south western corner ofthe country to temperate in the interior plateau,and subtropical in the northeast. A small areain the northwest has a desert climate. Mostof the country has warm, sunny days andcool nights. Rainfall generally occurs duringsummer (November-March), although in thesouthwest, around Cape Town, rainfall occursin winter (from June-August). Temperatures areinfluenced by variations in elevation, terrain,and ocean currents.

Zambia Country Guide

Visas & Departure TaxPlease be advised that visa requirements aresubject to change and that visa procurementis the responsibility of the traveller and notOn The Go Tours, therefore it is essential thatyou check current visa requirements with theembassy before travel. Please also ensure thatyour passport is valid for at least 6 months fromyour planned date of departure from Africa.UK, Australian, New Zealand, USA, Canadiancitizens require a visa for Zambia. Visas can beobtained by most nationalities upon arrival atthe airport/border. A single entry visa currently

costs US $50 and a double/multiple entry costs$80. Irish and South African passport holders donot require a visa.

VaccinationsYou should seek medical advice beforetravelling to Zambia from your local healthpractitioner and ensure that all you receiveall of the appropriate vaccinations. As a guideTetanus, diphtheria, polio, hepatitis A andhepatitis B (for stays over 4 weeks) are stronglyrecommended.

Zambia has a malaria risk throughout theyear in the whole country, therefore westrongly recommend that you take anti-malariamedication.

The yellow fever vaccination is required forpassengers travelling to and from Zambia. All in-transit passengers travelling between Zambiaand South Africa, irrespective of the time periodin transit, will also be required to present theirYellow Fever Vaccination Certificate.

CurrencyZambia’s currency is the Zambia Kwacha (ZMK)Notes are in denominations of ZMK100, 50, 20,10, 5, and 2.

Banking hours vary but most are open from Mon- Fri 0815-1430

ATMs are available at Standard Chartered andBarclays Bank which accept Visa. Most largestores and hotels accept credit cards.

If travelling on one of our overland safaris thereis no real need to convert any of your money toZMK, as you will only be in Zambia for a shortperiod of time. Campsites readily accept US$cash for food and beverages.

Time & VoltageTime Zone - Zambia is 2 hours ahead of GMT.Daylight saving time is not observed.

Standard voltage is 230V. Zambia has severalvarieties of electrical sockets. The 3 primarysockets are ‘Type C’ - European, ‘Type D’ - Indianand ‘Type G’ - British. You will need a voltage

converter and plug adapter in order to use U.S.appliances.

ClimateZambia is warm all year round, but has threedistinct seasons. Between December and Aprilthe weather is hot and wet; from May to Augustit is cooler and dry; between September andNovember conditions are hot and dry. Averagesummer temperatures range between 25°C to35°C, while in winter they can fall as low as 6°C atnight, although daytime temperatures average24°C.

Zambian Airport Departure TaxNOTES FOR THOSE FLYING OUT OFLIVINGSTONE AIRPORT IN ZAMBIA

An airport departure tax is in place for all flightsdeparting from Zambian airports. It will nolonger be included on the ticket and will now becollected in Zambian Kwacha cash direct fromthe passenger. The amount payable is currentlyK28,000 for Domestic Flights and K56,000for International Flights and is payable ondeparture from all Zambian airports. Passengersneed to have ZMK cash available for this tax.Please note, departure taxes are subject tochange.

Zimbabwe Country Guide

VisasPlease be advised that visa requirements aresubject to change and that visa procurementis the responsibility of the traveller and notOn The Go Tours, therefore it is essential thatyou check current visa requirements with theembassy before travel. Please also ensure thatyour passport is valid for at least 6 months fromyour planned date of departure from Africa.

UK, Ireland, Australian, New Zealand, USA andCanadian passport holders require a visa toenter Zimbabwe, these visas are available atthe border for the following costs: Australian,New Zealand and US citizens: US$30 single/$45 double entry visa. British and Irish is US$55single/$70 double. Canadians can only obtain asingle entry visa at the border for US $75. SouthAfrican passport holders can obtain a visa for

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free. Visas can be brought using post 2003 US$notes, GB£ or South African Rand.

VaccinationsSeek advice from your doctor or travel clinicat least six weeks prior to departure aboutwhat vaccinations you require. Typically thelist includes typhoid, tetanus, diphtheria, polio,hepatitis A and B (for stays over 4 weeks).

In Zimbabwe a malarial risk exists fromNovember to June in all areas below 1200mand throughout the year in the Zambezi Valley.We strongly recommend that you take youranti-malaria medication. Other precautionarymeasures to prevent contact with mosquitoesinclude: insect repellent, cover up at sundown,sleep under a mosquito net and wear longsleeve clothing and long trousers in theevenings.

Yellow fever: A yellow fever vaccinationcertificate is required from travellers over oneyear of age coming from infected areas.

CurrencyThe Zimbabwean Dollar was abandoned in April2009. The country has adopted a multi-currencyscheme; the US Dollar and South African Randcan be used for domestic transactions.

Zimbabwe is essentially a cash-only society nowwith ATMs pretty useless for the foreigner andcredit cards only used in a handful of places.We recommend bringing enough cash to coveryour stay in Zimbabwe (in either USD or ZAR)especially in the smaller denominations (US$1-20 and ZAR10 - 200) as there is always ashortage of change and shopkeepers will oftenrefuse larger bills. Please also be aware it isillegal to leave Zimbabwe with over $1000 (orequivalent) in cash.

Zimbabwe introduced Bond Notes intocirculation on 28 November 2017 which willbe used alongside the US dollar and othercurrencies. These Bond Notes will be at a 1:1parity with the US dollar. However, they are onlylegal tender within Zimbabwe and as such canonly be used there. These Bond notes will be in$2 and $5 denominations and there will also bea new $1 Bond coin.

Banking hours: Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri -0800-1500 , Wed 0800-1300 and Sat -0800-1130. In major towns/cities most bankshave an ATM. American Express, Diners Club andVisa cards are widely accepted. Major foreigncurrencies can be exchanged at bureaux dechange and banks at the official exchangerate. Please also be aware it is illegal to leaveZimbabwe with over $1000 (or equivalent). Asof June 2016 it is becoming increasingly difficultto withdraw money from ATMs in Zimbabwe.There is a cash limit of $500 per day - however alot of banks are not replenishing the ATMs. It isstrongly advised that you bring enough moneywith you before you enter Zimbabwe and don'trely on getting any whilst there.

Travellers cheques are accepted at banks, theseshould be in US Dollars or Pound Sterlingto avoid additional exchange rate charges.Most banks will want to see your passportand proof of purchase receipt before cashingyour travellers cheques. Please Note: Travellerscheques can be difficult to cash so do not relyupon them as your sole source of funds.

Time & VoltageStandard voltage is 220-240V. Primary socketsrequire a ‘Type G’ - British plug, or ‘Type D’ -old English plug or Indian plug. You will need avoltage converter and plug adapter in order touse U.S. appliances.

Zimbabwe is 2 hours ahead of GMT. Daylightsaving time is not observed.

ClimateAlthough located in the tropics, temperateconditions prevail all year round in Zimbabweas the climate is moderated by altitude and theinland position of the country.

Zimbabwe has a rainy season from November/December to March, during this time daysare hot and sunny with possible afternoonthunderstorms. By April and May most ofthe rain is gone, skies are clear anddays are sunny and warm. Night timetemperatures drop dramatically between Juneand August although daytime temperaturesremain pleasantly warm. Late August sees the

start of the hot and dry season which continuesuntil October.

Zambian Airport Departure TaxNOTES FOR THOSE FLYING OUT OFLIVINGSTONE AIRPORT IN ZAMBIA

An airport departure tax is in place for all flightsdeparting from Zambian airports. It will nolonger be included on the ticket and will now becollected in Zambian Kwacha cash direct fromthe passenger. The amount payable is currentlyK28,000 for Domestic Flights and K56,000for International Flights and is payable ondeparture from all Zambian airports. Passengersneed to have ZMK cash available for this tax.Please note, departure taxes are subject tochange.

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES

We offer a number of locally operated optionalactivities and excursions on each of ourexpeditions. We feel that offering optionalexcursions affords a greater degree of flexibility,independence and choice to our travellers. Tohelp you budget, below is a selection of optionalexcursions available on this trip.

Please note the following:All prices are in US Dollars and are subject tochange. Where activities occur away from yourbase, there may be an additional transfer cost.Make sure you have $US dollars with you beforeyou travel to Africa as it is notoriously difficult toget them here.

Serengeti/Ngorongoro Excursions (ifapplicable) - travellers cheques may beaccepted although they are subject to asurcharge of at least 5%.

Victoria Falls activities (if applicable) - must bepaid for in US$ cash (GBP & ZAR also accepted ata lower rate).

Gorilla Trekking (if applicable) - the price variesdependant on where gorilla trek takes place ieUganda, DRC or Rwanda.

We offer camping and accommodatedexcursions in the Serengeti/Ngorongoro Craterand Okavango Delta. These operate separately.

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Please note that a minimum of 4 passengersare required for the accommodated excursionsto run and if camping a sleeping bag will berequired.All optional excursions are offered by 3rd partiesand independently of On The Go Tours. Theyare undertaken at your own risk and On The GoTours take no responsibility for personal loss/injury caused.

Botswana

Chobe National Park Game Drive US $60

Chobe River Cruise US $60

Ghanzi San Bushmen Experience US $15

Scenic Flight Over Okavango Delta (5 perplane) US $82 per person

Kenya

Giraffe Centre US $15

Nairobi National Park half day. (Min 2 people) US$175 per person

Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Elephant & RhinoNursery in Nairobi US $20

Malawi

Fresh Water Diving at Kande Beach US $55

Full Day Snorkelling in Lake Malawi US $30

Horse Riding 2 - 3 hours US $70 - $100

Night Dive in Lake Malawi US $60

Traditional Healer Visit US $10

Village Walk & Meal US $20

Namibia

Horse Riding - 2 hours NA $550

Quad Biking Swakopmund US $110

Sandboarding Swakopmund US$70

Sky Diving Swakopmund US $250

Township Tour Swakopmund NA $550

South Africa

Abseiling Table Mountain. Pre/Post tour US$110

Cape Point day trip. Pre/Post tour US $100

Gariep River Canoeing (min 4) US $50

Robben Island - Half Day tour US $35

Shark Cage Diving from US $200

Township Tour Cape Town half day. Pre/Posttour US $65

Whale Viewing (June to November). Pre/Posttour US $90

Wine Tasting Cederberg US $15

Wineland day trip. Pre/Post tour US $100

Tanzania

3 day Serengeti/Ngorongoro Excursion(camping) from US $590

Masai Village US $15

Olduvai Gorge US $10

Serengeti Hot Air Balloon Flight (includingbreakfast) US $480

Zambia

Zambezi Sunset Dinner Cruise US $80

Zanzibar

Dhow Fishing Trip US $40

Dhow Sunset Cruise US $65

Dolphin Trip - Stone Town From US $40

Moped Hire- Stone Town/Nungwi Us $100

Nungwi Half Day Snorkel Trip US $60

Prison Island Snorkelling Trip From US $30

Scuba Diving in Nungwi US $100

Spice Tour - Stone Town US $50

Stone Town Tour US $50

Zanzibar Accommodation p.p.p.n US $40-$60

Zimbabwe

Bungee Jump (111m) US $160

Canoeing - Full Day US $160

Helicopter Over The Falls 12 mins US $155

High Wire - Abseil US $80

High Wire - Flying Fox US $80

High Wire - Gorge Swing US $100

High Wire - Zip Line US $80

Microlight Over The Falls 15 mins US $170

Rafting & Boarding Combo US $210

Rafting On The Zambezi Full Day US $140

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