Intrepid Travel: 4 new overland trips in Eastern & Southern Africa

Tour operator Intrepid Travel launched four new organised tours in Eastern and Southern Africa. To introduce the tours, Intrepid Travel is offering a 20% discount on all four tours. Please quote promo number 9235 at time of booking to receive your 20% discount. The discount applies to bookings made between 10 July 2012 and 31 August 2012 for travel up to 31 December 2013.

Gorillas to Vic Falls In Depth
Duration: 48 days (Nairobi to Victoria Falls)
Highlights: Soak up the atmosphere in Nairobi city, Visit the Kariandusi School Trust project, Explore Lake Nakuru National Park, Spot the Big Five in Queen Elizabeth National Park, Take a trip to a Rhino Sanctuary, Meet chimpanzees at Budongo Forest Reserve, Discover the wilderness of Lake Mburo National Park.

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Gorillas to Zanzibar In Depth
Duration: 34 days  Nairobi to Dar Es Salaam)
Highlights: Soak up the atmosphere in Nairobi city, Visit the Kariandusi School Trust project, Explore Lake Nakuru National Park, Spot the Big Five in Queen Elizabeth National Park, Take a trip to a Rhino Sanctuary, Meet chimpanzees at Budongo Forest Reserve, Discover the wilderness of Lake Mburo National Park.

Gorillas & Rhinos In Depth
Duration: 21 days (ex Nairobi)
Highlights: Search for gorillas near the border of Rwanda, Learn a dark history at the Genocide Museum, Taste traditional African cuisine, Spot wildlife in Nakuru National Park, Trek through the dense Ugandan rainforest, Find rhinos in the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary.

Nairobi to Zanzibar Overland
Duration: 14 days (ex Nairobi/Masai Mara to Dar Es Salaam)
Highlights: Get a taste of the African seaside culture at Dar es Salaam, Explore the fragrant spice plantations of Zanzibar, Camp in the heart of the wild Serengeti National Park, Search for Africa's Big Five on game drives, Safari through the amazing natural landscape of the Ngorongoro Crater, Stay on the slopes of Mt Kilimanjaro and take in breathtaking views.

Please note many trips require a trip kitty to be paid on Day 1 of the trip. The discount does not apply to the kitty, only the trip/land price. Terms & Conditions apply.

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G Adventures: 15% off Africa tours

Whether you have time to spare or you're down to your last vacation days of the year, an African safari is arguably the best way to use them. Track wildlife across stunning scenery in comfortable vehicles and fall asleep to the songs of the wilderness as you camp underneath big African skies. Our small safari vehicles minimize drive times and improve your chances of snapping that perfect shot. Get up close and personal with Africa.

G Adventures is giving you 15% off your next African adventure - select from the list, book now and depart by 31 August 2012:

• Delta, Falls & Kruger (DAFK)
  15 days, Johannesburg to Johannesburg
• Botswana & Vic Falls Safari (DABV)
  12 days, Johannesburg to Johannesburg
• Kruger Camping Adventure (DAKA)
  5 days, Johannesburg to Johannesburg
• Kenya Camping Safari (DKWA)
  9 days, Nairobi to Nairobi
• Tanzania Camping Adventure (DTWE)
  7 days, Arusha to Arusha
• In Search of the Big 5 (DKBF)
  10 days, Nairobi to Arusha

Travellers receive 15% off Africa tours (valid only for tour codes DAFK, DABV, DAKA, DKWA, DTWE and DKBF). Book by May 21, 2012 for travel until August 31, 2012. Valid for new bookings only. Cannot be combined with any other offers, promotions or discounts, and subject to availability. Does not apply to airfare, pre-/post-accommodation, 'My Own Room', transfers, theme packs, insurance or other in-country services. G Adventures reserves the right to withdraw this offer from sale at any time.

Book recommendation: "Overland" by Peter Mandra

Have you ever wondered if you could survive a six-week, barebones trek through Africa? With your partner?!? And a truckload of annoying strangers?!? 
That's 'overlanding', a form of land-based, group travel utilizing a converted truck. Overland travel is very popular in continents like Africa where the terrain is rugged and the sights hard to get to.
Through the new travel narrative Overland, you will experience Africa through the eyes of Paul DuPree, who, with his future wife at his side, quit his job to participate in a humor-filled 'overland' journey across Africa with some of the strangest fellow travelers you'll ever meet.
The wild animals? Dangerous. Most nights, a canvas tent is the only thing separating you from some of Africa's most notorious beasts.
Life on the road? Rugged. You'd sell your soul for the taste of a cheeseburger.
And the break-neck speed of the South Africa to Kenya itinerary? Brutal. And be sure to bring more than one spare tire.
Yet no hardship tests your sanity nearly as much as your irritating travel companions do...
Overland is your hilarious ticket to a pain, hunger and mosquito free visit to Africa. And best of all, unlike Paul, you have the luxury of being able to get away from your traveling companions before that burning desire creeps in to strangle them... (via amazon.com)

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GAP Adventures: Season for Adventure - 15% or 20% off tours!

To celebrate their favourite fictitious season, GAP Adventures has thrown a bunch of our best tours together and had fun dropping their prices. These tours had certain lucky departures hit with a 15% or 20% drop! The surprise savings won't last forever though - this season for adventure ends 31 March 2011.The tours cannot be combined with any other promotion or discount. For new bookings only.

• Tanzania Wildlife Experience
  7 days, ex Arusha
  Departure: Sat Mar. 5, 2011
• Delta and Falls Discoverer
  9 days, Windhoek to Livingstone
  Departure: Sat Mar. 12, 2011
• Cape and Dunes Experience
  13 days, Windhoek to Cape Town
  Departure: Sun Mar. 13, 2011
• Dunes, Deltas and Falls
  21 days, Cape Town to Livingstone
  Departure: Sun Mar. 13, 2011
• Kenya Wildlife Adventure
  9 days, ex Nairobi
  Departure: Sun Mar. 20, 2011
• Tanzania Wildlife Adventure
  8 days, Nairobi to Arusha
  Departure: Sun Mar. 27, 2011
• Tanzania Wildlife Experience
  7 days, ex Arusha
  Departure: Mon Mar. 28, 2011
• Vic Falls to Jo'burg Overland
  9 days, Livingstone to Johannesburg
  Departure: Sat Apr. 23, 2011
• Kenya Wildlife Adventure
  9 days, ex Nairobi
  Departure: Sun Apr. 24, 2011
• Tanzania Wildlife Experience
  7 days, ex Arusha
  Departure: Mon May. 9, 2011
• Dunes, Deltas and Falls
  21 days, Cape Town to Livingstone
  Departure: Sun May. 22, 2011
• Tanzania Wildlife Adventure
  8 days, Nairobi to Arusha
  Departure: Sun May. 29, 2011
• Cape and Dunes Discoverer
  13 days, Cape Town to Windhoek
  Departure: Tue May. 31, 2011
• Dunes, Deltas & Falls Discoverer
  20 days, Cape Town to Livingstone
  Departure: Tue May. 31, 2011
• Kenya Lodge Safari
  8 days, ex Nairobi
  

  Departure: Sun Jun. 19, 2011

GAP Adventures: Two new overland tours ex Johannesburg in 2011

The adventure travel company GAP Adventures is running two new overland tours ex Johannesburg (South Africa) in 2011 - the 9 day "Jo'burg to Vic Falls Overland" and the 28 day "Johannesburg to Nairobi Adventure".

Jo'burg to Vic Falls Overland [more info & booking]
Trip Style: Overland | Service Level: Basic | Age Restriction: Minimum age 12 years | Next Available Departure: Tue Mar. 15, 2011
Highlights
Spotting the 'Big 5' on game drives in Kruger National Park, cruising the Chobe River at sunset, enjoying fantastic views of Victoria Falls.
Description
If time’s a little tight and you want to soak up the wildlife and vibrant colours and scenery of Zambia, Botswana and South Africa, this is the perfect expedition with plenty of options for game drives. Watch elephants gather at watering holes and hunt for the perfect snapshot of the ever-elusive 'Big 5' on a game drive in Kruger National Park. Our overland truck will get you to the sites safely and camping will allow you to fall asleep to the sounds of the wild underneath big African skies. With a unique itinerary that offers plenty of options, uncover all that southern Africa has to offer!

Johannesburg to Nairobi Adventure [more info & booking]
Trip Style: Overland | Service Level: Basic | Age Restriction: Minimum age 12 years | Next Available Departure: Tue Mar. 15, 2011
Highlights
Spotting the 'Big 5' from 4x4 safari vehicles, cruising through Chobe National Park at sunset, experiencing Victoria Falls and a spice plantation, getting the heart pumping at Lake Malawi.
Description
Connecting two major hubs, this overland journey will take you from the bustling streets of Johannesburg to Nairobi—so that you can explore the stunning wilderness of the six countries that lie in between. Track Africa’s 'Big 5' on game drives across the plains of the Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Kruger and inhale the fragrant air of spice plantations in Zanzibar. A unique overland truck allows you to get to some less-visited areas of Africa, and participation camping will keep you at the heart of the action. With a comprehensive itinerary that offers plenty of exciting options, you’ll discover the diversity of wildlife, landscapes and people on this once-in-a-lifetime adventure.

Intrepid Travel - 20% off gorilla tours in September 2010

Intrepid Travel is giving you a 20% discount on two tours in September 2010. If you've ever dreamed of seeing Africa's gorillas in their natural habitat, then now is the time to start planning your adventure...

Gorillas, Chimps & Game Parks >>
16 days ex Nairobi    
Departure: between 04 Sep 2010 and 20 Sep 2010
Meet Rwanda's noble mountain gorillas, Track playful chimps in Kibale Forest, Help out the Kariandusi School Trust Project, Spot a shy antelope in acacia woodland, Experience peaceful wilderness in Lake Mburo National Park, Cruise into hippo heaven in the Kazinga Channel, Marvel at swirling rapids near Bujagali Falls, Spot the Big Five in the remarkable Queen Elizabeth National Park, Search out hippos in the Kazinga Channel

Vic Falls to Cape Town >>
22 days Livingstone to Cape Town
Departure: 21 Sep 2010
Encounter iconic wildlife in Chobe National Park, Camp out in the lush Okavango Delta, See animals come to drink at Etosha National Park's waterholes, Experience the San Bushmen's hunter-gatherer traditions, Feel the thunder of Victoria Falls, Slither down a slippery sand dune in the Namib Desert, Put amazing Fish River Canyon in your viewfinder

Serengeti Trail >>
8 days (ex Nairobi)
Departure: 26 Sep 2010
Spot iconic African wildlife in the Serengeti, Shop for local sculptures and textiles at a bustling Musoma market, Camp high above the Ngorongoro Crater, Visit the home of our earliest ancestors, Experience the grandeur of the Great Rift Valley, Safari through the renowned Serengeti, Search out Africa's Big Five

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Kumuka's "Pride of Africa" tour: safe up to 500€

Gorillas in the rainforest, flamingos on a soda lake, an abundance of wildlife in the Ngorongoro Crater, maybe a migration through the Masai Mara and wildlife galore in the Okavango Delta. This tour offers a huge variety of game viewing and changing landscapes. Add to this the exotic island of Zanzibar, the beaches of Malawi and the phenomenal Victoria Falls.

Start: Nairobi
Finish: Johannesburg
Duration: 49 days
Cost: €3,350 [tours in April, May, June, July 2010 etc from €2,848!!!]
Countries Visited: Kenya - Uganda - Tanzania - Malawi - Zambia - Zimbabwe - Botswana - South Africa
Maximum Group Size: 20
Age Range: 18-55 years

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2010 World Cup in South Africa Overland Tours

Become a local football fan while exploring all the highlights of this exhilarating country. Grab a Vuvusela and make some local friends at World Cup events, screening areas and fan parks. Experience Football World Cup fever in South Africa's major Cities. This diverse travelling experience stretches from coastal towns with beaches, whales and water sports, to mountainous terrains with forests and hiking trails and National Parks that are home to the Big 5 and other wildlife.

Pretoria to Cape Town World Cup Overland
Pretoria to Cape Town in 24 days
Duration: 15 June - 08 July 2010
Day 1-2 Pretoria
Match: 16 June 2010 20:30 South Africa vs. Uruguay
Day 3-4 Nelspruit Area/Kruger National Park
Day 5-6 Kingdom of Swaziland/Zululand
Day 7-8 Durban
Match: 22 June 2010 20:30 Nigeria vs. Korea Republic
Day 9-10 Drakensberg
Day 11-12 Bloemfontein
Match: 25 June 2010 20:30 Switzerland vs. Honduras
Day 13-14 Mountain Zebra National Park/Addo Elephant National Park
Day 15-16 Port Elizabeth
Day 17-18 Tsisikamma National Park
Day 19-21 Mossel Bay/Hermanus
Day 22-24 Cape Town
Match: 06 July 2010 20:30 Semi final 1

The Pretoria to Cape Town World Cup Overland tour combines our Pretoria to Durban World Cup Overland (8 days, 15 June - 22 June 2010), Durban to Port Elizabeth World Cup Overland (8 days, 23 June - 30 June 2010) and Port Elizabeth to Cape Town World Cup Overland (8 days, 01 July - 08 July 2010). All three tours can be booked separately!

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up to 25% discount on tours in Southern Africa in February & March 2010

Cape and Dunes Discoverer >>
Duration: 13 days
Countries Visited: Namibia, South Africa
Start: Cape Town End: Windhoek
25% discount on tour departing at the 23 Feb 2010 (end: 07 Mar)
Highlights
Cape Town, Fish River Canyon, Namib Desert, Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, Etosha National Park, Windhoek.
Description
Beginning in beautiful and cosmopolitan Cape Town and continuing up the western edge of South Africa through the fascinating Namibia, this tour is a nature and adventure lover's dream. Explore the world's highest sand dunes, the Fish River Canyon, participate in exciting activities, be awed by breathtaking scenery and marvel at incredible wildlife - this is truly an African experience!

Dunes, Deltas & Falls Discoverer >>
Duration: 20 days
Countries Visited: Botswana, Namibia, South Africa, Zambia
Start: Cape Town End: Livingstone
25% discount on tour departing at the 23 Feb 2010 (end: 14 Mar)
Highlights
Cape Town, Fish River Canyon, Namib Desert, Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, Etosha National Park, Windhoek, Kalahari, Maun, Chobe National Park, Okavango Delta, Victoria Falls.
Description
Marvel at the incredible wildlife, learn about fascinating cultures and take in the breathtaking scenery of this diverse region of Africa. Highlights include visits to the world's highest sand dunes and the Fish River Canyon, game drives in Etosha National Park, Mokoro trips in the Okavango Delta and visiting the mighty Victoria Falls - what an adventure!

Cape and Dunes Experience >>
Duration: 13 days
Countries Visited: Namibia, South Africa
Start: Cape Town End: Windhoek
15% discount on tour departing at the 21 Mar 2010 (end: 02 Apr)
Highlights
Cape Town, Gariep River, Fish River Canyon, Namib Desert, Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, Etosha National Park, Windhoek.
Description
Explore cosmopolitan Cape Town and the scenic Gariep River in South Africa. So different than its southern neighbour, Namibia is one of the world's most fascinating countries. Camp under the desert stars, and spot lions and elephants in Etosha Park.

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Last Minute: Dunes, Deltas & Falls Discoverer (Southern Africa) at the 23 Feb 2010

What a great offer - GAP Adventures' 20 day "Dunes, Deltas & Falls Discoverer" tour starting at the 23 Februar 2010 is discounted by 15% (or 346€!).
Discount now 25% (577€)

start/end: Cape Town to Livingstone
Accommodation: Hotel (7 nts), Guesthouse (1 nt), Guest farm (2 nts), Camping (2 nts - pitched tents), Desert lodge (1 nt), Chalet (3 nts), Basic camping (2 nts), Safari tent (1 nt).
Group size: Max 18, Avg 12
Highlights: Cape Town, Fish River Canyon, Namib Desert, Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, Etosha National Park, Windhoek, Kalahari, Maun, Chobe National Park, Okavango Delta, Victoria Falls.
Description: Marvel at the incredible wildlife, learn about fascinating cultures and take in the breathtaking scenery of this diverse region of Africa. Highlights include visits to the world's highest sand dunes and the Fish River Canyon, game drives in Etosha National Park, Mokoro trips in the Okavango Delta and visiting the mighty Victoria Falls - what an adventure!

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Last Minute Tours in Southern Africa & Kenya (Jan & Feb 2010)

13 days Cape and Dunes Discoverer >>
Countries Visited: Namibia, South Africa
Trip Style: Classic
Service Level: Standard

Tour departing at the 23 Feb 2010 - 15% discount!

Highlights
Cape Town, Fish River Canyon, Namib Desert, Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, Etosha National Park, Windhoek.
Description
Beginning in beautiful and cosmopolitan Cape Town and continuing up the western edge of South Africa through the fascinating Namibia, this tour is a nature and adventure lover's dream. Explore the world's highest sand dunes, the Fish River Canyon, participate in exciting activities, be awed by breathtaking scenery and marvel at incredible wildlife - this is truly an African experience! [more]

20 days Dunes, Deltas & Falls Discoverer >>
Countries Visited: Botswana, Namibia, South Africa, Zambia
Trip Style: Classic
Service Level: Standard

Tour departing at the 23 Feb 2010 - 15% discount!

Highlights
Cape Town, Fish River Canyon, Namib Desert, Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, Etosha National Park, Windhoek, Kalahari, Maun, Chobe National Park, Okavango Delta, Victoria Falls.
Description
Marvel at the incredible wildlife, learn about fascinating cultures and take in the breathtaking scenery of this diverse region of Africa. Highlights include visits to the world's highest sand dunes and the Fish River Canyon, game drives in Etosha National Park, Mokoro trips in the Okavango Delta and visiting the mighty Victoria Falls - what an adventure! [more]

9 day Kenya Wildlife Adventure >>
Country Visited: Kenya
Trip Style: Classic
Service Level: Basic

Tour departing at the 17 Jan 2010 - 15% discount!

Highlights
Game viewing, Samburu, Great Rift Valley, Lake Nakuru, Masai Mara.
Description
Wildlife is one of the big draws of Kenya, and this trip has it all! Track down the Big 5 as you roam the savannah discovering the unique wildlife of Samburu, observe millions of flamingos at Lake Nakuru. Travel the vast open plains and rolling hills of the Masai Mara, and camp under the big African sky. [more]

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GAP Adventures: Last Minute Specials in East Africa (Nov/Dec 2009)

Kenya and Tanzania Adventure
Duration: 13 days
Countries Visited: Kenya, Tanzania
Trip Style: Overland
Available Discounts: 20% on tour starting Sun, Nov. 15, 2009
Highlights
Game viewing, Great Rift Valley, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Zanzibar.
Description
An ideal safari adventure for those travellers interested in diverse wildlife, fascinating cultures and stunning scenery. From the lakes of Kenya to the plains of the Seregenti and charming Zanzibar, this is an all-encompassing East African safari.

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Tanzania Wildlife Experience
Duration: 7 days
Countries Visited: Tanzania
Trip Style: Classic
Available Dicounts: 25% on tour starting Mon, Nov. 30, 2009
Highlights
Game Viewing, Arusha, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Olduvai Gorge.
Description
A true safari experience! Tour the best known game parks in Tanzania in search of the "Big 5" - lion, leopard, rhino, elephant and buffalo. Travel through East Africa's Great Rift Valley, see phenomenal wildlife in its natural habitat, sleep under the stars while at the game parks and enjoy this truly unforgettable adventure.

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Nairobi to Cape Town Overland Tour - 15% discount on the tour at the 06 Dec 2009

country: Botswana, Kenya, Namibia, South Africa, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi
departures 2009: 6 Dec
price: From £1995 (55 days) [currency converter] excluding flights.
Price includes highlights, ground transport except Zanzibar, road tolls, vehicle taxes, camping & cooking equipment and services.
Local Payment of US $1290 covers all food (except Zanzibar) and camping fees/accommodation

offers: Save 15% on our 6th December departure. Tour price now £1695 plus local payment of US$1290. Enjoy Christmas day on the shores of Lake Malawi and bring in the new year on the banks of the Zambezi River in Zambia in sight of the Victoria Falls.

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The amazing things you'll be doing
Travel from Kenya to the Southern tip of Africa via Victoria Falls in Zambia with a maximum of 16 person in our custom build full size expedition truck. With over a meter of legroom in your seat sit back, relax and experience the wonders of the continent. Explore five of Africa's great National Parks and last great wilderness areas, soak up the sun on the beaches of Zanzibar and Lake Malawi and stand on the edge of the Victoria Falls.
We are unique in providing the services of an expert photographer and digital download facility on all our overland tours! One of our crew (normally the Tour Leader) is a full-qualified, semi-professional, photographer who will be available to give advice on photographic (and video) techniques; and will organise "workshops/tutorials" on photographic subjects and techniques (eg landscape, wildlife and bird photography, night shots, close-ups and portraits) to assist our guests to improve their photographic experience and technique. We also provide a laptop computer with multi-card reader for those clients with digital cameras to enable you to download your memory cards and burn those special memories to CD or DVD while on tour.
Highlights:
Highlights of this trip include visiting Lake Nukuru National Park for a game drive. You will also experience game drives at Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, South Luangwa National Park, Chobe National Park and Etosha National Park. Other parks you will visit are Cape Cross Seal Colony, Victoria Falls National Park, Fish River Canyon and Namib Desert.
You will go on a tea plantation tour as part of a local community project and visit a cheetah conservation project in Namibia. Experience local communities with visits to a Masai tribal village and Himba Tribe and relax on Malawi beaches.
Enjoy a Zambezi sunset cruise and 3 night/4 day mokoro trip to Okavango Delta. View Twyfelfontein rock engravings and Brandberg Mountains. Join in with the activities in a 3 hour guided desert walk in Sossusvlei dunes and have a go at canoeing in the Orange River.

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