13 Days Victoria Falls to Dar es Salaam Lodge Overland Tour
This 13 Days Victoria Falls to Dar es Salaam Lodge Overland Tour is an unforgettable Southern Africa to East Africa safari taking you on a journey through Zambia, Malawi, and Tanzania. This unforgettable safari starts at the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls, then crosses the Great Rift Valley, through iconic wildlife areas like South Luangwa National Park and Mikumi National Park, and along the tranquil shores of Lake Malawi, before ending on the paradisiac Indian Ocean coastline in Dar es Salaam.
On this safari, you will be staying in comfortable lodges.
Highlights of 13 Day Victoria Falls to Dar es Salaam Lodge Overland Tour
Day 1: Livingstone (Victoria Falls) to Lusaka – Zambia
Day 2: Lusaka to Petauke – Zambia
Day 3-4: Petauke to South Luangwa National Park – Zambia
Day 5-6: South Luangwa to Ngala Beach (Lake Malawi) – Malawi
Day 7: Ngala Beach to Chitimba – Malawi
Day 8: Lake Malawi to Mbeya Mountains – Tanzania
Day 9: Mbeya to Iringa – Tanzania
Day 10-11: Iringa to Mikumi National Park – Tanzania
Day 12: Mikumi to Dar es Salaam – Tanzania
Day 13: Departure
Detailed Itinerary of 13 Day Victoria Falls to Dar es Salaam Lodge Overland Tour
Day 1: Livingstone (Victoria Falls) to Lusaka – Zambia
You Overland tour to Victoria Falls and Dar es Salaam starts with arrival in Livingstone. Meet a representative of African Vacation Safari and journey through Southern Zambia, enjoying views of rural life.
Overnight at a lodge near Lusaka where wildlife like giraffes and zebras may be seen.
Male Plan: Lunch and Dinner
Day 2: Lusaka to Petauke – Zambia
Enjoy a mouthwatering breakfast and travel along the Great East Road, passing through Zambia’s capital Lusaka. Visit the colorful Luangwa Market before overnighting in the town of Petauke.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 3-4: Petauke to South Luangwa National Park – Zambia
Journey to South Luangwa National Park with a stop at Mulberry Mongoose for unique local jewelry. Spend two nights at a scenic tented lodge by the Luangwa River. Enjoy a sunset game drive and optional walking safari or morning game drive in this renowned park known for leopards, elephants and hippos.
Today you will enjoy a sunset game drive.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 5-6: South Luangwa to Ngala Beach (Lake Malawi) – Malawi
Cross into Malawi and relax at a lakefront lodge on the central shore of Lake Malawi. Enjoy optional activities like snorkeling, Kayaking, or hiking. The lake is famous for its vibrant cichlid fish and peaceful scenery.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 7: Ngala Beach to Chitimba – Malawi
Drive north along Lake Malawi’s shoreline, stopping for a local village tour before overnighting in Chitimba. Enjoy a serene lakeside sunset at your lodge.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 8: Lake Malawi to Mbeya Mountains – Tanzania
Cross over to Tanzania and ascend into the beautiful Mbeya Mountains, a fertile highland area known for coffee production. Overnight a scenic plantation lodge.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 9: Mbeya to Iringa – Tanzania
Today, visit a local coffee plantation before heading to Iringa. Overnight at a lodge with stunning views over the Ruaha River Valley, and explore Iringa’s colonial architecture and cultural history.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 10-11: Iringa to Mikumi National Park – Tanzania
After breakfast, travel through Baobab Valley to reach Mikumi National Park. Spend the night at a safari camp near the park gate and enjoy optional game drives.
Mikumi National Park is a great Tanzania safari destination for wildlife viewing, the park is home to abundant wildlife including lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras and over 400 bird species.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 12: Mikumi to Dar es Salaam – Tanzania
Head to the Indian Ocean and arrive in Dar es Salaam. Explore this bustling city, visit Bongoyo Island, and enjoy fresh seafood on the waterfront. Overnight at comfortable City hotel.
Day 13: Departure
Today marks the end of your Victoria Falls to Dar es Salaam Lodge Overland Tour, after breakfast you will bid farewell to Dar es Salaam as well as Tanzania. Your guide will drop you off at the airport for your flight back home or to your next destination.
End of 13 Day Victoria Falls to Dar es Salaam Lodge Overland Tour
