The Southern Safari

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ends on 27 Jun 2018

Days: 52
Our saving: $78
From: US $ 1,865

Cost/day $36

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+ $625 Local Payment

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Neil "What an incredible trip! Highly recommend the Southern Safari to everyone! Extremely good value for money, and also had amazing drivers and tour leader! Especially JB and Philippa! Both of them were always helpful and positive despite the stress that comes with organising a large group! I can recommed this trip to people of all ages being 17 myself and the oldest on our tour was in their 40's. Eve..."

Excellent: 6 reviews

Starts: Nairobi
Destinations: +31
Ends: Cape Town

Highlights

Start in Nairobi and end in Cape Town! With the overland truck tour The Southern Safari, you have a 52 day tour package taking you from Nairobi to Cape Town and through Nairobi, Kenya and 29 other destinations in Africa. The Southern Safari includes accommodation as well as meals, transport and more.

Age range: 18 to 99 year olds
Accommodation: Camping, Lodge
Max Group Size: 28
Transportation: Overland Truck
Travel style: Overland truck, Adventure, Safari, Wildlife

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Byungjoon
Written on August 12, 2017
4.5 - Excellent
My wife and I spent wonderful time with Absolute Africa. All of crew and people were nice and kind. I shared every single moment of this trip on my SNS.
Absolute Africa commented on this review
Thank you for your review Byungjoon. Its good to hear you both had a great time on the safari with us, and would love to welcome you back again with Absolute Africa should you return to Africa.
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Charlotte
Written on November 8, 2016
5.0 - Excellent
This trip was incredible from start to finish. I was worried about travelling alone, however there were plenty of other people on the tour who were all lovely and we became like a family during the tour and I have made life long friends from this. Our tour leader was incredible, very prepared, organised and made the trip unforgettable. Each country had a range of activities from safaris to skydives, and you just want to do it all. The price of the tour itself is very cheap in comparison, the optional extras can add up depending on what you decided to do. I took the opportunity and done pretty much every extra thing possible. Between the activities there were some quite long drive days, with the most beautiful countries to gaze at, and animals you can spot along the way the drive days weren't that bad at all. They go a lot quicker than you think! The meals were great as well as the camping, the best experience I've ever had!
Absolute Africa commented on this review
Thank you for your comments, Charlotte. It's great to hear that you have had such a fab time on your tour and made the most of being in this special continent :)
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Philip
Written on February 25, 2016
4.5 - Excellent
This was the first African trip my wife and I have done, and what an incredible trip it was! The organisation of absolute africa was fantastic and we enjoyed every single day with no booking issues at all. An extremely exciting tour my favorite one of all so far, we got to see new and exciting things EVERY DAY. The tour guide and driver were first class, very helpful and supportive throughout the whole trip, and the whole group became like family by the end of the tour. I urge everyone to try it, is a life changing experience. And compared to the other companies out there that we crossed paths with, I was glad we choose absolute africa. 5 stars. Philip
Absolute Africa commented on this review
Thank you for your comments Philip, its great that you had such an enjoyable trip!
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Gráinne
Written on December 22, 2015
5.0 - Excellent
What an absolutely amazing trip I had with Absolute Africa! This was without a doubt the trip of a lifetime. Troy, JB and David took amazing care of us. I cannot recommend this company and this tour enough. Will definitely be going back to Africa with Absolute again soon.
Absolute Africa commented on this review
Thank you for your comments Grainne and lovely to hear you had such a fantastic time on your trip.
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Neil
Written on May 15, 2015
4.5 - Excellent
What an incredible trip! Highly recommend the Southern Safari to everyone! Extremely good value for money, and also had amazing drivers and tour leader! Especially JB and Philippa! Both of them were always helpful and positive despite the stress that comes with organising a large group! I can recommed this trip to people of all ages being 17 myself and the oldest on our tour was in their 40's. Everyone got along well and enjoyed themselves! Absolute Africa is a great company!
Absolute Africa commented on this review
Thank you for your kind words, we are so please to hear you enjoyed yourself!
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Esther
Written on December 13, 2014
4.5 - Excellent
Our guide was our mentor and friend and always put us first. She was very approachable and knowledgeable of all the places we stopped at. She made sure we were having the best time possible and helped us whenever we had issues. I value the effort put it by our leader and would highly recommend her.
Absolute Africa commented on this review
It's great to hear such kind words about our tour leader Vialet, we're glad she made your trip special!
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Itinerary

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Introduction

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Days 1 - 5: KENYA - TANZANIA
Days 5 - 11: TANZANIA
Days 12: TANZANIA - MALAWI
Days 14 - 16: MALAWI
Days 17 - 18: ZAMBIA
Days 19 - 21: ZIMBABWE
Days 22 - 24
Day 25-26
Days 27 - 30
Days 31 - 35: BOTSWANA
Days 36 - 40: NAMIBIA
Days 41 - 46
Days 47 - 48: NAMIBIA - SOUTH AFRICA
Days 49 - 52: SOUTH AFRICA

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Accommodation
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Meals
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Transport
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Questions & Answers

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May 1, 2017
What happens to me if I don't do the optional courses?
If you choose not to do an overnight excursion than food and accommodation is not included for the nights the group is away. The truck and the driver do always stay behind at the campsite and you can camp with the truck if you want. The camps where we stay usually also have a bar/restaurant or you can cook your own meals.
February 15, 2016
What is the local payment?
The local payment is a separate payment from the initial price you pay before you leave. If a local payment is required it will be shown with the trip price.

This second payment is made in Africa at the start of your trip. It is payable in USD.

The local payment provides us with the means for expenses that need to be paid in cash to local businesses en route to be arranged in the most cost effective manner possible, a saving we can then pass on to you. It also means we can operate in a way that directly supports local businesses and wildlife authorities as we travel.

Local Payment will not be changed once you have booked your travel arrangements.

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Departs 11th July 20183 comments
"Hey everyone just thought I would say Hi, this will be my first time camping for 52 days and also my first time in Kenya. I am looking forward to the adventure. I know there are a couple legs of the trip that join up together so I am not sure how many are doing the full trip "
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