On average how many additional activities do most people go on?

The additional activities are based really on peoples interests and budgets. The big ones most people do are the gorillas, Zanzibar and the houseboats. The other ones you can decide as you are on the tour and see how the money is looking and what may interest you. The most popular ones are, chimp trekking, diving or snorkelling on Zanzibar, horse riding in Malawi, the morning activity at Matopos in Zim, Lion walk and Victoria Falls activities.

When is the best time to view the migration?

The prime time to visit the Serengeti in Tanzania is usually regarded as being from late November through to March when the big herds of wildebeest, Thomson’s gazelle and zebra head on to the southern plains of the Serengeti. To get the best viewing on the other hand in Kenya's Masai Mara July through to September are usually regarded as the best months.

How much will this trip really cost me?

The costs to consider when travelling overland are: Safari price & Local payment, Optional excursions, Personal spending money, Visas. We are always very transparent about what a tour will cost and are happy to go through personal, tailored budgets to give you a very realistic idea of what you will spend on your tour - whether you are an adrenaline junkie, souvenir-shopaholic or travelling on a shoestring…

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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Guided in English
Group Size 4 - 28
Age range 18 to 80

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Highlights

Explore Giraffe Park and Elephant Orphanage
Experience Maasai culture in Loita Hills
Game drives in Masai Mara and Serengeti
Visit Genocide Memorial and Museum in Kigali
Stay on Zanzibar Island with spice tours

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Introduction

Day 1-9 KENYA
Day 10-17 UGANDA
Day 18-22 UGANDA - RWANDA
Day 23-28 TANZANIA
Day 29-35 TANZANIA
Day 36-41 TANZANIA - MALAWI
Day 42-47 ZAMBIA - ZIMBABWE
Day 48-51 ZIMBABWE
Day 52-54 ZIMBABWE

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· December 15th, 2014
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Trip date: February 2014

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The Big Six

From Nairobi to Victoria Falls

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On average how many additional activities do most people go on?
The additional activities are based really on peoples interests and budgets. The big ones most people do are the gorillas, Zanzibar and the houseboats. The other ones you can decide as you are on the tour and see how the money is looking and what may interest you. The most popular ones are, chimp trekking, diving or snorkelling on Zanzibar, horse riding in Malawi, the morning activity at Matopos in Zim, Lion walk and Victoria Falls activities.
March 1, 2016 • Other
When is the best time to view the migration?
The prime time to visit the Serengeti in Tanzania is usually regarded as being from late November through to March when the big herds of wildebeest, Thomson’s gazelle and zebra head on to the southern plains of the Serengeti.

To get the best viewing on the other hand in Kenya's Masai Mara July through to September are usually regarded as the best months.
February 19, 2016 • Other
How much will this trip really cost me?
The costs to consider when travelling overland are:

Safari price & Local payment,
Optional excursions,
Personal spending money,
Visas.

We are always very transparent about what a tour will cost and are happy to go through personal, tailored budgets to give you a very realistic idea of what you will spend on your tour - whether you are an adrenaline junkie, souvenir-shopaholic or travelling on a shoestring…
February 15, 2016 • Price / Availability
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.
February 15, 2016 • Other

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Currencies
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Kenya
MK
Malawi Kwacha
Malawi
Fr
Rwanda Franc
Rwanda
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Tanzania
Sh
Uganda Shilling
Uganda
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Plugs & Adapters
As a traveler from New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types G, J.
Type G
Kenya, Malawi, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe
Type J
Rwanda
Vaccines
- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Typhoid - Recommended for Kenya, Malawi, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Kenya, Malawi, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Cholera - Recommended for Kenya, Malawi, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Kenya, Malawi, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Kenya, Malawi, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Rabies - Recommended for Kenya, Malawi, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Ideally 1 month before travel.
- Meningococcal meningitis - Recommended for Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia. Ideally 3 weeks before travel.
- Yellow fever - Recommended for Kenya. Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Malawi, Uganda and Zimbabwe. Yellow fever - Required for entrance into the country for Rwanda. Ideally 10 days before travel.
Visa
- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
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- For any tour departing before June 22nd, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after June 22nd, 2025, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Absolute Africa. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
- Some departure dates and prices may vary and Absolute Africa will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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