Discover the best top things to do in Eswatini (Swaziland), Eswatini (Swaziland) including 20-Day Kruger to Cape Town Adventure Accommodated Tour from Pretoria, Safari Hlane Royal National Park, Kruger National Park /Greater Limpopo Transforntier Safari, 4-Day Best Of eSwatini Tour- you will not regret it. The African experience, 20-Day Kruger to Cape Town Camping Overland Tour from Pretoria, 1 Night 2 Days eSwatini ( Swaziland Tour), 13-Day Kruger Swaziland and Drakensberg Adventure Camping Tour from Pretoria, 7-Day Kruger Swaziland and Beach Adventure Camping Tour from Pretoria, 7-Day Kruger Swaziland and Beach Adventure Accommodated Tour from Pretoria, 20-Day Kruger to Cape Town Adventure Camping Tour from Pretoria.
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Explore South Africa, Swaziland and Lesotho on this exciting accommodated adventure tour. Visit the Panorama Route, game drive with the opportunity to see the Big 5 in Kruger and Addo Elephant National Park. Discover diverse cultures of the Swazi, Zulu and Basotho tribes, cruise the pristine waters of St Lucia, visit Durban's rugged beaches and discover the magical Garden Route.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Fully equipped safari vehicle , Accommodation as specified and cooking equipment , All road tolls and vehicle taxes , All ground transportation , Meals as indicated , Services of two crew , Panorama Route , 2 days, Kruger NP, Game Drives * , Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary , Royal Enclosure/ Swaziland Village , St Lucia Boat Cruise * , Sani pass excursion * , Battlefields , Royal National park , Drakensberg Mountains , Mountain Zebra National Park, Game Drive , Addo Elephant NP, Game Drives , Garden Route , Cango Caves, Visit* , Cape Agulhas , Wine Tasting
Exclusions: Adventure Pass Activities and Excursions (optional/ USD 270.00pp)*, Visas , Flights, Travel insurance , Departure taxes , Airport transfers , Optional activities , Drinks, tips , Items of a personal nature
TLDR; this is a tremendous experience for the adventurous traveler; if you have an open mindset about meeting new people, enjoy hiking and the outdoors, and don't mind an occasionally rough ride, this is an incredible trip and well worth your time. Having never traveled outside the US, I wanted to go big on my first solo trip with the 62-day excursion from Pretoria to Nairobi. Since it was such an extensive trip, I was looking for the most value for my time, based on price, activities, and safety. I backpack often, so beyond basic comfort was not a priority for me, which turned out to be a good mindset to adopt since we camped nearly the entire trip, & rode in a truck with no AC (Namibia gets hot!). Tip - be ready to retrieve the rain fly for your tent during unexpected 3 AM rain showers! However, nearly all of the sites we stayed at had the option to upgrade from camping to comfortable indoor accommodations, which was a nice option to take advantage of occasionally. Once we reached our site for the night, we began our daily rotating duties, which included helping to cook, clean the truck, and do dishes, which I think added to the experience and helped bond our fellow tourists. Traveling solo, I felt safe at all times with our guides, drivers, and locations. My trip was split between two guides, Crispen, then Pete, and they were great company that looked out for us and kept us safe and informed about everything around us. Our guides were familiar with the paths and knew everyone at our destinations. Nothing surprised them. Our drivers were impressive as well, with Harmony and Francis keeping us safe on the often-tumultuous African roads. Navigating both urban and off-road environments in our trucks was no easy task, and Francis even proved his mechanic skills during the occasional break-down. The variety of locations we stayed at were simply incredible. From Cape Town to the deserts of Namibia, the Okavango Delta to Zanzibar Island, the mixture of urban and remote landscapes couldn't have been better. We saw every animal you can imagine. On a trip like this, an open mindset is key. Traveling for two months with strangers can go any number of ways, but due to this trip, I now have lifelong friends scattered across the globe that I can't wait to visit. This wasn't just a vacation, it was a lasting, eye-opening experience that I believe everyone should try if possible. I can't recommend this trip enough. I wish I could go back to January and do it all over again.
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Hlane Royal National Park is a not to be missed destination, it hales itself of an excellent Rhino population and more guaranteed chance to see the Big giants in a short space of time. If you are short of time it is the place to go. Unlike neighboring South Africa conservation is kept on high level over the years the park has transformed into a Southern Jewel.
Inclusions: Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes, Accommodation
Exclusions: Tips and Gratiuities, Meals, Drinks at Bar
After having now gone on multiple safaris I can say that Bumhi safaris was truly an unforgettable experience. Tense and Ivana are some of the nicest people you will ever meet and they truly went out of their way to make sure that our trip was as comfortable as possible. We did a 1 week safari in the Kgalagadi transfrontier Park. Tende is an excellent driver and we always felt safe in his car. We saw a wide variety of animals including the honey badger, cheetahs, giraffe and of course many lions. The Kalahari is a unique spot for safari as it is more off the beaten path as compared with more popular spots such as Kruger. Nonetheless the scenery was certainly unique and we were not disappointed with the animals we saw. Only small downside is that afternoons were very hot and we did not drive around too much in mid afternoon heat. The campsites we stayed in all had pools which was much necessary. Food was absolutely amazing. Tende and Ivana go out of their way to make excellent home style food that is fresh every day. They even somehow made fresh creme brûlée during the trip which was easily the best dessert I’ve ever had on Safari! They also provided wine/beer for the entire trip which was very welcome. Both of them have eagle eyes for spotting wildlife and we saw waaaay more animals than we would have doing a self drive. Overall Kgalgadi is definitely an area of South Africa worth visiting and I would choose nobody other than Bumhi to take you on your journey!
5.0 based on 2 reviews
These safari Joins two of Africa's top national parks with top wildlife sightings , The best conservation efforts and community engagement and support. Not only do you see the Big 5 your visit on this safari helps to protect them. Our camps are tucked away in quiet areas that give you the raw bush experience in comfort and luxury.
Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, All meals included 3 meals a day for tall 9 days of your safari
Exclusions: Drink at the bar , Camps have full bar offering wines,cocktails,spirits and Ice cold beers
After having now gone on multiple safaris I can say that Bumhi safaris was truly an unforgettable experience. Tense and Ivana are some of the nicest people you will ever meet and they truly went out of their way to make sure that our trip was as comfortable as possible. We did a 1 week safari in the Kgalagadi transfrontier Park. Tende is an excellent driver and we always felt safe in his car. We saw a wide variety of animals including the honey badger, cheetahs, giraffe and of course many lions. The Kalahari is a unique spot for safari as it is more off the beaten path as compared with more popular spots such as Kruger. Nonetheless the scenery was certainly unique and we were not disappointed with the animals we saw. Only small downside is that afternoons were very hot and we did not drive around too much in mid afternoon heat. The campsites we stayed in all had pools which was much necessary. Food was absolutely amazing. Tende and Ivana go out of their way to make excellent home style food that is fresh every day. They even somehow made fresh creme brûlée during the trip which was easily the best dessert I’ve ever had on Safari! They also provided wine/beer for the entire trip which was very welcome. Both of them have eagle eyes for spotting wildlife and we saw waaaay more animals than we would have doing a self drive. Overall Kgalgadi is definitely an area of South Africa worth visiting and I would choose nobody other than Bumhi to take you on your journey!
4.5 based on 2 reviews
This tour will give you the inside-scoop about eSwatini for the duration of your stay.You will have close encounters with wildlife in our very intimate game parks. You will see most animals that you have not seen in other parks, and experience a serene and peaceful environment. eSwatini is known for the best cultural experience this is the best place to visit, there is not better place that you will find having the peace, safety of even a single female traveler. From the moment our friendly guides meets you from the meeting point this will be the beginning of the Swazi adventure. The guide is a certified guide and speaks relatively good English and can explain all your local questions. There will be plenty time to mix with local people, while we are in the village of kaPhunga you will be able to try local food, go and spend time with the local sherpherd while he is collecting his livestock. Note that our tour always start in eSwatini unless a pick up is arranged.
Inclusions: Accommodation as per itinerary, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, All-inclusive, Activities fees
Exclusions: Gratuities, All meals when staying in the Hotel the second night, Drinks are excluded as well
Great company that organizes outstanding tours in eSwatini with an authentic local experience in a short time. I was picked up from my hotel in CBD of Johannesburg (RSA) by Sicelo, another excellent guide, who collaborates with Myxo, an owner of the company and organizer of the tours in eSwatini, early in the morning and delivered to the country by car in about 4 hours. He assisted in all of the passport control procedures on the border and made the first part of the tour during the first day visiting Ngwenya Glass & part of Mbabane. Then Myxo took over on the next day guiding in Mbabane including the local market, Manzini, king's museum, ezulwini valley with craft shops & cultural village. Then in the afternoon Sicelo brought me back safe to Johannesburg. Thank you guys, I had a great experience and managed to see as much as possible in such a short time and enjoyed the country as well as your company.
4.0 based on 1 reviews
Southern Africa at its finest in an attraction packed 20-day overland tour. Take an adventure through three of the nation’s best wildlife parks; Kruger and Addo Elephant on safari game drives in pursuit of the Big Five. Appreciate the rich and diverse cultures of the Zulu, Swazi and the Basotho people of Lesotho. Head to the coast for rugged beaches and take in the spectacular Garden Route icons Tsitsikamma and Hermanus.
Inclusions: Fully equipped safari vehicle, Camping and cooking equipment, All road tolls and vehicle taxes, All ground transportation, Sleeping mattress, Meals as indicated, Services of two crew, Bourkes Luck Pot Holes, 2 days, Kruger NP, Game Drives *, Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary, Royal Enclosure/ Swaziland Village, St Lucia Boat Cruise *, Sani pass excursion *, Battlefields, Royal National park, Drakensburg Mountains, Mountain Zebra National Park, Addo Elephant NP, Game Drives, Garden Route, Cango Caves, Visit *, Cape Agulhas, Wine Tasting, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Exclusions: * Adventure Pass Activities and Excursions (optional) USD270, Visas, Flights, Travel insurance, Departure taxes, Airport transfers, Sleeping bag, Optional activities, Drinks, tips and Items of a personal nature
TLDR; this is a tremendous experience for the adventurous traveler; if you have an open mindset about meeting new people, enjoy hiking and the outdoors, and don't mind an occasionally rough ride, this is an incredible trip and well worth your time. Having never traveled outside the US, I wanted to go big on my first solo trip with the 62-day excursion from Pretoria to Nairobi. Since it was such an extensive trip, I was looking for the most value for my time, based on price, activities, and safety. I backpack often, so beyond basic comfort was not a priority for me, which turned out to be a good mindset to adopt since we camped nearly the entire trip, & rode in a truck with no AC (Namibia gets hot!). Tip - be ready to retrieve the rain fly for your tent during unexpected 3 AM rain showers! However, nearly all of the sites we stayed at had the option to upgrade from camping to comfortable indoor accommodations, which was a nice option to take advantage of occasionally. Once we reached our site for the night, we began our daily rotating duties, which included helping to cook, clean the truck, and do dishes, which I think added to the experience and helped bond our fellow tourists. Traveling solo, I felt safe at all times with our guides, drivers, and locations. My trip was split between two guides, Crispen, then Pete, and they were great company that looked out for us and kept us safe and informed about everything around us. Our guides were familiar with the paths and knew everyone at our destinations. Nothing surprised them. Our drivers were impressive as well, with Harmony and Francis keeping us safe on the often-tumultuous African roads. Navigating both urban and off-road environments in our trucks was no easy task, and Francis even proved his mechanic skills during the occasional break-down. The variety of locations we stayed at were simply incredible. From Cape Town to the deserts of Namibia, the Okavango Delta to Zanzibar Island, the mixture of urban and remote landscapes couldn't have been better. We saw every animal you can imagine. On a trip like this, an open mindset is key. Traveling for two months with strangers can go any number of ways, but due to this trip, I now have lifelong friends scattered across the globe that I can't wait to visit. This wasn't just a vacation, it was a lasting, eye-opening experience that I believe everyone should try if possible. I can't recommend this trip enough. I wish I could go back to January and do it all over again.
You can visit eSwatini ( Swaziland) in 2 Days and still see and visit the main attractions and sightseeing places . On your trip , you will visit the Ngwenya glass factory as well as the local market in Ezelweni Valley, Mantenga Cultural village , candle factory as well as a city tour in Mbabane, capital of Swaziland . Then you also do sightseeing in the country side and meet the local people . A good trip to experience the culture of the Swazi people . You will stay either in a beehive hut at Millwane reserve or at Mantenga lodge
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Dinner, lunch
In 6 days, Peiter takes us visiting Johannesburg, Sandton, Pretoria, Eswatini(Swaziland), Maputo, Kruger NP, Blyde River Canyon. We left wonderful memories! He also helped us a lot for Mozambique VISA. Worth to recommend!
This extraordinary 13-day adventure tour highlights some of South Africa's, Lesotho and Swaziland's finest game parks and sites. From the famous game park - Kruger; to the culture of the Swazi people; to the rugged coastline of Durban and mountains passes of Lesotho and the Drakensberg.
Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Fully equipped safari vehicle , Camping and cooking equipment, All road tolls and vehicle taxes , All ground transportation , Sleeping mattress , Meals as indicated , Services of two crew , 2 Days, Kruger NP, Game Drives* , Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary , Royal Enclosure/ Swaziland Village , St Lucia Boat Cruise*, Sani Pass Excursion* , Battlefields , Royal Natal National Park , Drakensberg Mountains
Exclusions: Adventure Pass Activities and Excursions (optional/ USD 230.00pp)*, Visas, Flights, Travel insurance , Departure taxes , Airport transfers , Sleeping bag , Optional activities , Drinks, tips , Items of a personal nature , Lunch and dinner Durban
TLDR; this is a tremendous experience for the adventurous traveler; if you have an open mindset about meeting new people, enjoy hiking and the outdoors, and don't mind an occasionally rough ride, this is an incredible trip and well worth your time. Having never traveled outside the US, I wanted to go big on my first solo trip with the 62-day excursion from Pretoria to Nairobi. Since it was such an extensive trip, I was looking for the most value for my time, based on price, activities, and safety. I backpack often, so beyond basic comfort was not a priority for me, which turned out to be a good mindset to adopt since we camped nearly the entire trip, & rode in a truck with no AC (Namibia gets hot!). Tip - be ready to retrieve the rain fly for your tent during unexpected 3 AM rain showers! However, nearly all of the sites we stayed at had the option to upgrade from camping to comfortable indoor accommodations, which was a nice option to take advantage of occasionally. Once we reached our site for the night, we began our daily rotating duties, which included helping to cook, clean the truck, and do dishes, which I think added to the experience and helped bond our fellow tourists. Traveling solo, I felt safe at all times with our guides, drivers, and locations. My trip was split between two guides, Crispen, then Pete, and they were great company that looked out for us and kept us safe and informed about everything around us. Our guides were familiar with the paths and knew everyone at our destinations. Nothing surprised them. Our drivers were impressive as well, with Harmony and Francis keeping us safe on the often-tumultuous African roads. Navigating both urban and off-road environments in our trucks was no easy task, and Francis even proved his mechanic skills during the occasional break-down. The variety of locations we stayed at were simply incredible. From Cape Town to the deserts of Namibia, the Okavango Delta to Zanzibar Island, the mixture of urban and remote landscapes couldn't have been better. We saw every animal you can imagine. On a trip like this, an open mindset is key. Traveling for two months with strangers can go any number of ways, but due to this trip, I now have lifelong friends scattered across the globe that I can't wait to visit. This wasn't just a vacation, it was a lasting, eye-opening experience that I believe everyone should try if possible. I can't recommend this trip enough. I wish I could go back to January and do it all over again.
An adventure camping tour that travels from the bushveld of Kruger to the beaches of Kwazulu Natal. This short 7-day Africa tour encompasses many diverse experiences in South Africa and Swaziland. Explore the Panorama Route in Mpumalanga, enjoy game viewing and finding the Big 5 in Kruger National Park, experience Swazi and Zulu cultures, and lap up the city life of Durban.
Inclusions: Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Fully equipped safari vehicle , Camping and cooking equipment , All road tolls and vehicle taxes , All ground transportation, Sleeping mattress , Meals as indicated , Services of two crew , Panorama Route , 2 days, Kruger NP, Game Drives * , Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary , Royal Enclosure/ Swaziland Village , St Lucia Boat Cruise *
Exclusions: Adventure Pass Activities and Excursions (optional/ USD 150.00)* , Visas , Flights , Travel insurance , Departure taxes, Airport transfers, Sleeping bag , Optional activities, Drinks, tips , Items of a personal nature
TLDR; this is a tremendous experience for the adventurous traveler; if you have an open mindset about meeting new people, enjoy hiking and the outdoors, and don't mind an occasionally rough ride, this is an incredible trip and well worth your time. Having never traveled outside the US, I wanted to go big on my first solo trip with the 62-day excursion from Pretoria to Nairobi. Since it was such an extensive trip, I was looking for the most value for my time, based on price, activities, and safety. I backpack often, so beyond basic comfort was not a priority for me, which turned out to be a good mindset to adopt since we camped nearly the entire trip, & rode in a truck with no AC (Namibia gets hot!). Tip - be ready to retrieve the rain fly for your tent during unexpected 3 AM rain showers! However, nearly all of the sites we stayed at had the option to upgrade from camping to comfortable indoor accommodations, which was a nice option to take advantage of occasionally. Once we reached our site for the night, we began our daily rotating duties, which included helping to cook, clean the truck, and do dishes, which I think added to the experience and helped bond our fellow tourists. Traveling solo, I felt safe at all times with our guides, drivers, and locations. My trip was split between two guides, Crispen, then Pete, and they were great company that looked out for us and kept us safe and informed about everything around us. Our guides were familiar with the paths and knew everyone at our destinations. Nothing surprised them. Our drivers were impressive as well, with Harmony and Francis keeping us safe on the often-tumultuous African roads. Navigating both urban and off-road environments in our trucks was no easy task, and Francis even proved his mechanic skills during the occasional break-down. The variety of locations we stayed at were simply incredible. From Cape Town to the deserts of Namibia, the Okavango Delta to Zanzibar Island, the mixture of urban and remote landscapes couldn't have been better. We saw every animal you can imagine. On a trip like this, an open mindset is key. Traveling for two months with strangers can go any number of ways, but due to this trip, I now have lifelong friends scattered across the globe that I can't wait to visit. This wasn't just a vacation, it was a lasting, eye-opening experience that I believe everyone should try if possible. I can't recommend this trip enough. I wish I could go back to January and do it all over again.
Explore South Africa's wildlife-rich Kruger National Park on open vehicle game drives to see if you can spot the Big Five! Discover the cultural highlights of Swaziland, situated on rolling hills with magnificent views of the surrounds and enjoy the abundant birdlife, and wildlife of the St. Lucia Estuary. Ending on the golden beaches of Durban's northern coastline, this adventure accommodated tour offers a week of sublime game viewing, culture and African experiences!
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Fully equipped safari vehicle , Accommodation as specified and cooking equipment , All road tolls and vehicle taxes , All ground transportation , Meals as indicated , Services of two crew, Panorama Route, 2 days, Kruger NP, Game Drives * , Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary , Royal Enclosure/ Swaziland Village , St Lucia Boat Cruise *
Exclusions: Adventure Pass Activities and Excursions (optional/ USD 150.00pp)* , Visas, Flights, Travel Insurance, Departure taxes, Airport transfers, Optional Activities, Drinks, tips, Items of a personal nature
TLDR; this is a tremendous experience for the adventurous traveler; if you have an open mindset about meeting new people, enjoy hiking and the outdoors, and don't mind an occasionally rough ride, this is an incredible trip and well worth your time. Having never traveled outside the US, I wanted to go big on my first solo trip with the 62-day excursion from Pretoria to Nairobi. Since it was such an extensive trip, I was looking for the most value for my time, based on price, activities, and safety. I backpack often, so beyond basic comfort was not a priority for me, which turned out to be a good mindset to adopt since we camped nearly the entire trip, & rode in a truck with no AC (Namibia gets hot!). Tip - be ready to retrieve the rain fly for your tent during unexpected 3 AM rain showers! However, nearly all of the sites we stayed at had the option to upgrade from camping to comfortable indoor accommodations, which was a nice option to take advantage of occasionally. Once we reached our site for the night, we began our daily rotating duties, which included helping to cook, clean the truck, and do dishes, which I think added to the experience and helped bond our fellow tourists. Traveling solo, I felt safe at all times with our guides, drivers, and locations. My trip was split between two guides, Crispen, then Pete, and they were great company that looked out for us and kept us safe and informed about everything around us. Our guides were familiar with the paths and knew everyone at our destinations. Nothing surprised them. Our drivers were impressive as well, with Harmony and Francis keeping us safe on the often-tumultuous African roads. Navigating both urban and off-road environments in our trucks was no easy task, and Francis even proved his mechanic skills during the occasional break-down. The variety of locations we stayed at were simply incredible. From Cape Town to the deserts of Namibia, the Okavango Delta to Zanzibar Island, the mixture of urban and remote landscapes couldn't have been better. We saw every animal you can imagine. On a trip like this, an open mindset is key. Traveling for two months with strangers can go any number of ways, but due to this trip, I now have lifelong friends scattered across the globe that I can't wait to visit. This wasn't just a vacation, it was a lasting, eye-opening experience that I believe everyone should try if possible. I can't recommend this trip enough. I wish I could go back to January and do it all over again.
From bush to beach; explore South Africa's Panorama Route through Mpumalanga on this South African adventure tour, including safari game drives with the opportunity to see the Big 5 in Kruger and Addo National Park. Discover diverse cultures of Swazi, Zulu and Basotho, cruise in St Lucia, visit Durban's rugged beaches, and discover Garden Route icons Knysna, Tsitsikamma and Hermanus.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Fully equipped safari vehicle, Camping and cooking equipment, All road tolls and vehicle taxes, All ground transportation, Meals as indicated, Services of two crew
Exclusions: Adventure Pass Activities and Excursions (optional/ USD 270.00pp), Visas, Flights, Travel insurance, Departure tax, Airport transfers, Optional activities/ Drinks/ Tips, Sleeping bag, Items of a personal nature
TLDR; this is a tremendous experience for the adventurous traveler; if you have an open mindset about meeting new people, enjoy hiking and the outdoors, and don't mind an occasionally rough ride, this is an incredible trip and well worth your time. Having never traveled outside the US, I wanted to go big on my first solo trip with the 62-day excursion from Pretoria to Nairobi. Since it was such an extensive trip, I was looking for the most value for my time, based on price, activities, and safety. I backpack often, so beyond basic comfort was not a priority for me, which turned out to be a good mindset to adopt since we camped nearly the entire trip, & rode in a truck with no AC (Namibia gets hot!). Tip - be ready to retrieve the rain fly for your tent during unexpected 3 AM rain showers! However, nearly all of the sites we stayed at had the option to upgrade from camping to comfortable indoor accommodations, which was a nice option to take advantage of occasionally. Once we reached our site for the night, we began our daily rotating duties, which included helping to cook, clean the truck, and do dishes, which I think added to the experience and helped bond our fellow tourists. Traveling solo, I felt safe at all times with our guides, drivers, and locations. My trip was split between two guides, Crispen, then Pete, and they were great company that looked out for us and kept us safe and informed about everything around us. Our guides were familiar with the paths and knew everyone at our destinations. Nothing surprised them. Our drivers were impressive as well, with Harmony and Francis keeping us safe on the often-tumultuous African roads. Navigating both urban and off-road environments in our trucks was no easy task, and Francis even proved his mechanic skills during the occasional break-down. The variety of locations we stayed at were simply incredible. From Cape Town to the deserts of Namibia, the Okavango Delta to Zanzibar Island, the mixture of urban and remote landscapes couldn't have been better. We saw every animal you can imagine. On a trip like this, an open mindset is key. Traveling for two months with strangers can go any number of ways, but due to this trip, I now have lifelong friends scattered across the globe that I can't wait to visit. This wasn't just a vacation, it was a lasting, eye-opening experience that I believe everyone should try if possible. I can't recommend this trip enough. I wish I could go back to January and do it all over again.
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