| What
is Overlanding? |
| Travelling
overland is great fun, but it can also be challenging and it is essential
that everyone joins in! You are encouraged to help set up camp and
to assist (usually on a roster basis) with day to day campsite chores
such as shopping and cooking. But don’t worry – it isn’t
all hard work! On the contrary, it’s a great way to meet the
local people and to get the most from your African holiday. Most people
find that the greater their involvement, the greater their enjoyment.
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| Is
it for you? |
| Travelling
overland is not a conventional holiday, and generally appeals to those
between the ages of 18 to mid 40’s. Although people over that
age who are active and “young at heart” can join and fit
in well with the tour group. Overlanding is by nature an adventurous
activity and things don’t always go according to plan! The roads
can be rough, the climate arduous, and there can be lengthy delays.
If you feel that this type of holiday is not what you are looking
for, then may we suggest you consider one of the tours in the second
half of the brochure – which are generally shorter and have
a few added luxuries! |
| Why
Acacia Overland? |
Itineraries |
Acacia’s
overland tours have been carefully selected to show you
the absolute best of Africa! On our tours visit the world famous parks
– the Serengeti, the Okavango Delta, the Ngorongoro Crater,
the Masai Mara, and Kruger – as well as the lesser known ones
– Chobe, Etosha, and Lake Nakuru. Visit exotic Zanzibar –
Africa’s ‘spice island’ with its magnificent Indian
Ocean beaches, trek into the mountain jungles of Uganda to search
for elusive gorillas, and stand and wonder at the awesome power of
Victoria Falls. We have also included many cultural experiences, something
often missed out by other overland tour companies. |
| Our
Safari Vehicles |
| Our
young fleet of specially customised vehicles are superbly designed
for African conditions. Rugged, reliable and durable yet surprisingly
comfortable, with 24 padded seats allowing ample room for storage,
comfort and safety. The sliding windows are ideal for game viewing
yet high enough for added security. A refrigerator / freezer, coolbox,
stereo, safe, camp oven, reference library, internal & external
lighting, first aid kit, personal lockers and luggage racks are standard
features of each vehicle. |
| Our
Tour Leaders |
| Our
overland tours have a minimum of two crew who are chosen for their
leadership qualities, people skills, local knowledge, and –
perhaps most important of all – a passion for Africa. All crew
undergo extensive training and receive continual feedback on their
performance. They will ensure that your holiday in Africa is enjoyable
and safe. We are very proud of the fact that we consistently receive
very positive feedback from passengers praising our crew’s abilities
and attitude. |
| Your
Fellow Passengers |
| Your
fellow passengers come from a variety of backgrounds – usually
a mixture of British, Australian, New Zealanders, European and North
American – and are generally between the ages of 20 and 45.
Some are well travelled, others are new to the world of travel. Most
come as individuals, while others book with friends. Either way, you
will find yourself amongst new found friends from all over the world.
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| Experience |
Acacia
has over 15 years experience in the Overland industry and has earned
a reputation for providing the best overland tours in Africa.
If you only travel to Africa once, don’t go with the cheapest,
go with the best! |
| Departure
dates |
| On
the majority of our tours we have regular two weekly departures for
your holidaying convenience. In the high season we increase some of
our tour departures to weekly! |
| North
and South bound |
| Acacia
is sold world wide and to cater for the range or requirements operate
most tours departing in both north and south bound directions. This
is great news for you - if a particular departure is full then check
availability of the tour in the opposite direction. |
| Mount
Kilimanjaro Trek - 25% Off! |
Acacia
gives you the oportunity to climb Mount kilimanjaro, Africa’s
highest mountain by giving you 50% off the tour price of this trek
(excluding local payments) when you purchase any Acacia Overland
Safari.
Click
here for trekking details.
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