16-Day Zanzibar to Victoria Falls Africa Overland Tour
Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime Zanzibar to Victoria Falls Africa Overland Tour, traveling through Tanzania, Malawi, and Zambia. This immersive camping safari begins on the pristine beaches of Zanzibar Island and ends at the thundering Victoria Falls, offering a perfect blend of cultural discovery, wildlife safaris, and scenic adventures.
Quick Itinerary Overview
This unforgettable Zanzibar to Victoria Falls Africa Overland Tour kicks off in Nungwi on Zanzibar Island, winds through southern Tanzania, crosses into Malawi’s Lake Malawi region, and ends at Victoria Falls in Zambia. Key highlights include Mikumi National Park, South Luangwa National Park, local village visits, spice tours, and Lake Malawi beach retreats.
Detailed Itinerary
Days 1–2: Nungwi, Zanzibar Island – Tanzania
Your adventure begins in Nungwi, a paradise in the north of Zanzibar Island. Meet your group and guide at the beachfront resort. Spend your first two days relaxing on the white sand beaches, swimming, cycling, or enjoying optional activities like snorkelling and dhow sailing trips.
Optional Activities: Dhow trips, scuba diving, village tours
Meals: None (Day 1), Breakfast (Day 2)
Day 3: Stone Town, Zanzibar Island – Tanzania
Travel to Stone Town, stopping for a guided Spice Tour en route. Learn about Zanzibar’s historic spice trade and visit local plantations. In Stone Town, take a guided walking tour through narrow alleys, visit historical landmarks, and explore the rich culture and architecture.
Included Activities: Spice Tour, Stone Town walking tour
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4: Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam – Tanzania
Take the ferry to Dar es Salaam and explore this bustling port city. Visit local markets like Kariakoo or enjoy seafood at waterfront restaurants. Overnight in a central hotel.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Days 5–6: Mikumi National Park – Tanzania
Depart for Mikumi National Park and enjoy two nights near this wildlife haven. Opt for game drives across the Mkata Floodplains or join a cultural tour to discover more about the local communities.
Optional Activities: Game drives, cultural tours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (x2)
Day 7: Iringa – Tanzania
Travel through Tanzania’s Southern Highlands to Iringa. Visit the scenic Baobab Valley and enjoy an overnight stay at a farm campsite overlooking the Ruaha River Valley.
Included Activity: Baobab Valley visit
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 8: Mbeya – Tanzania
Journey into the Mbeya Highlands and explore a local coffee plantation. Learn about bean harvesting and enjoy freshly brewed coffee before settling at a scenic mountain campsite.
Included Activity: Coffee plantation visit
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 9: Chitimba, Lake Malawi – Malawi
Cross into Malawi and reach Lake Malawi’s northern shores. Relax at a lakeside campsite, swim in crystal-clear waters, and enjoy your first taste of this serene African Great Lake.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Days 10–11: Ngala Beach, Lake Malawi – Malawi
Continue along Lake Malawi to Ngala Beach. Visit a local village with your guide and learn about daily life in Malawi. Enjoy free time for optional activities like snorkelling, kayaking, or hiking to nearby waterfalls.
Included Activity: Village walking tour
Optional Activities: Snorkelling, kayaking, hiking, horse riding
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (x2)
Days 12–13: South Luangwa National Park – Zambia
Enter Zambia and head to South Luangwa National Park, home to incredible wildlife and birdlife. Enjoy sundowners at a riverside camp and join a sunset game drive. Optional bush walks or morning game drives offer further insight into this wild ecosystem.
Included Activity: Sunset game drive
Optional Activities: Morning game drive or walking safari
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (x2)
Day 14: Petauke – Zambia
Stop at Mulberry Mongoose, a social enterprise turning poachers’ snares into jewellery, before continuing to the town of Petauke. Overnight at a tranquil campsite.
Included Activity: Mulberry Mongoose visit
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 15: Lusaka – Zambia
Travel along the Great East Road to Lusaka. En route, visit Luangwa Market, full of fresh produce and colourful local crafts. Camp in a bush setting south of the capital, where wildlife such as giraffe and zebra often roam freely.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 16: Livingstone & Victoria Falls – Zambia
The final stretch of your Zanzibar to Victoria Falls Africa Overland Tour takes you to Livingstone, gateway to Victoria Falls. Marvel at the thunderous waterfall known locally as Mosi-oa-Tunya, “The Smoke That Thunders.” The perfect ending to your African adventure.
Meals: Breakfast
Book Your Zanzibar to Victoria Falls Africa Overland Tour
Ready to experience this epic journey across East and Southern Africa? This 16-day Zanzibar to Victoria Falls Africa Overland Tour is ideal for adventurous travellers eager to explore African landscapes, cultures, and wildlife in one unforgettable camping safari.