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- Dar es Salaam, Tanzania: Located in southern Tanzania on the coast of the Indian Ocean, Dar es Salaam is a bustling, chaotic place, filled with life and color. It is the largest city of Tanzania, and is the countries richest city and an important economic centre.
- Great Rift Valley: The Great Rift Valley is the name given to the geographic trench, approximately 6000 kilometers in length, which runs from Syria to Mozambique. The Rift Valley has been a rich source of fossils
- Matobo or Matopos National Park, Zimbabwe: The Matobo National Park lies in the Matobo Hills, which are a 200 million year old range of granite domes, spires and unique smoothly-rounded balancing boulders created by years of erosion. The 424 sq km park is the burial ground for colonial imperialist Cecil Rhodes and his peaceful grave can be visited on the top of one of these outcrops of rock. It is also home to a diversity of wildlife, and has one of the largest densities of leopard in Africa, and considerable populations of both the black and white rhinoceros. The highlight here is a game walk to possibly get close to rhino on foot.
- Kruger National Park, South Africa: Spanning 18,989 square kilometers, the Kruger National Park is one of the largest game reserves in Africa, and is the premier game reserve of South Africa. Home to the Big Five, there are 147 mammalian species, as well as 517 bird species and 114 species of reptile.
- Lake Malawi, Malawi: Lake Malawi is one of the great African lakes, and is the south-most lake in the Great Rift Valley. The third largest lake in Africa, Lake Malawi is positioned between Malawi, Tanzania and Mozambique. It is the second deepest lake in Africa, and has reportedly the most species of fish on Earth.
- Matobo or Matopos National Park, Zimbabwe: The Matobo National Park lies in the Matobo Hills, which are a 200 million year old range of granite domes, spires and unique smoothly-rounded balancing boulders created by years of erosion. The 424 sq km park is the burial ground for colonial imperialist Cecil Rhodes and his peaceful grave can be visited on the top of one of these outcrops of rock. It is also home to a diversity of wildlife, and has one of the largest densities of leopard in Africa, and considerable populations of both the black and white rhinoceros. The highlight here is a game walk to possibly get close to rhino on foot.
- Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania: The worlds largest unbroken caldera in the world, the Ngorongoro Crater is 16-19 km in diameter, has a crater floor of 26,400 ha and a rim soaring to 400-610 m above the crater floor. The formation of the crater is associated with the massive rifting which occurred to the west of the Rift Valley. It also has a population of about 25,000 large animals living in the crater, which makes game driving a true highlight!
- Serengeti National Park, Tanzania: The Serengeti is probably one of the most well known African Game Reserve. Located in the north western corner of Tanzania bordering Kenya and the adjoining Masai Mara the word Serengeti is derived from the Masai word meaning 'Endless Plain' and when you enter the Serengiti you can really see where the name came from. The Serengeti is home to the 'Great Migration' a wildlife spectacle as nearly two million herbivores cross the Mara River in persuit of the fresh grass after the rains.
- South Luangwa National Park: The South Luangwa National Park is the Luangwa Valley's most accessible and popular park. It is 9050km² and the concentration of game around the river is of the highest in Africa. Great to get involved with the local activities are Walking Safari's and Game drives
- Victoria Falls National Park: Victoria Falls or Mosi Oa Tunya, the smoke that thunders sits on the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe where the Zambezi river drops 108 metres into the gorge.
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- Fully equipped safari vehicle
- Camping and cooking equipment
- All road tolls and vehicle taxes
- All ground transportation
- Sleeping mattress
- Services of two crew
- Meals as indicated
- Kruger National Park
- Shangaan Cultural Evening
- Matobo National Park
- Victoria Falls Visit
- South Luangwa National Park
- Zanzibar Ferry and Accommodation
- Masai Village Walk
- Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater Excursion
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Welcome to Africa! a continent of diverse cultures,big game and thrilling activities. Of natural wonders, vast wilderness areas and big open skies. And everywhere you go, warm welcoming smiles. From the plains of the Serengeti or the iconic River Nile to thundering Victoria Falls and picturesque Cape Town, we believe there is nothing quite as fulfilling as a journey through Africa.
We have come a long way since out first overland trucks set off across Africa more than 18 years ago. Right from the start, our passion has been for adventure. Over the years, we have grown in size and experience, and developed our love and knowledge of Africa and ties with its people.
Today Acacia is considered as an expert on travel to Africa and we offer a huge range of tours. From our original Acacia Overland tours, to small group, volunteer tours, beach stays and dive packages. Yet we still keep our original goal – to provide adventure on exciting, affordable tours for those with a lust for Africa.
Quality & Protection As a member of ABTA (Association of British Travel Agents) and licensed by ATOL (Air Travel Organisers’ Licensing) we are fully bonded for your financial protection. From office and reservations teams to our crew on the road, will provide a professional service that is hard to beat!
Acacia operates a variety of tours across Africa from multi-country overland safaris and small group packages, to city stays and adventure activity breaks. Our goal is to provide exciting and affordable tours, and we have in-depth knowledge of our destinations and respect for the local cultures and environments. From the plains of the Serengeti or the iconic River Nile, to thundering Victoria Falls and picturesque Cape Town, we at Acacia firmly believe there is nothing quite as fulfilling as a journey through Africa.
Tour Styles
Whether you are the adventurous type, someone who enjoys meeting new people, or simply after a comfortable intimate tour; Acacia Africa has the right tour for you. To help you decide, we have categorized our tours into several trip styles.
Acacia Overland: Experience the true African adventure when you travel overland on an Acacia Africa tour providing a fully equipped overland truck for an epic journey.
Accommodated Overland: Our Accommodated Overland tours still keep the essence of Overlanding and are very similar to our standard camping itineraries, offering the same level of excitement and adventure, but everyday ends with a night in a comfortable safari lodge, tented camp or hotel.
Acacia Small Groups: Small group tours are ideal for couples, single travellers and those who prefer to leave the crowd behind. Enjoy access to more rustic accommodation and secluded locations which bigger groups cannot.
Short Safaris and Treks: Acacia Africa’s selection of short, focused tours gives you the choice to see what you really want to see according to your own specific interests and curiosity about Africa.
Acacia Voluntours: Give something back to local communities when you help out on a volunteer tour in Africa and sightsee at the same time. You won’t miss any of the action.
Short Breaks and City Stays: Get a feel for African city life on a short break, city tour and private day tours. Soak up the vibe of a new and unique place without being confined by a group tour.
10 reasons to travel with us:
Putting something back: We firmly believe in travelling responsibly, and encourage our clients to do the same, by minimising the impact on the people, wildlife and environment at the destinations we travel to. Acacia also has ties with a number of African charities.
Financial bonding: As a member of ABTA (Association of British Travel Agents) and ATOL (Air Travel Organisers’ Licensing), Acacia is fully bonded for your financial protection. You can travel safely in the knowledge that your money is fully secured before, during and after your tour. Something that is essential in today’s financial climate.
Planning your trip: Acacia offers peace of mind with a comprehensive booking service, which helps you decide when and where you want to go, how you want to travel, what type of experiences you want to have, and what to expect in Africa. We also provide you with all the pre-travel information necessary, and detailed tour dossiers.
A full African back-up team: Adventure travel can sometimes be challenging, unpredictable and itineraries may change at short notice due to local events or conditions. Acacia has its own operations base in Cape Town and by using local operators, vehicles and staff, our strong in-country support network ensure your tour continues to run smoothly.
Reputation is everything: We at Acacia understand that everyone’s choice of holiday is different. As such, we offer a wide variety of tour styles. Camping, trekking, diving, adrenalin activities or watching an African sunset from the comfort of your lodge – there is something for everyone. We use a range of local accommodation to suite the type of tour.
We’re privately owned: Acacia is privately owned and run and has a loyal, dedicated team of staff with a passion for Africa on all levels. This means we are more personable, attentive, flexible and willing to go the extra mile to both assist you with your booking, and to ensure a well-run tour in Africa
We’re value for money: Acacia is always working to offer quality adventure travel at an affordable price. Our range of tours allows you to choose a style that suits your pocket and level of comfort. Our Local Payment system not only ensures that funds spent locally are reflective of local prices, but are also kept in-country to support local businesses.
Variety is the spice of life: We at Acacia understand that everyone’s choice of holiday is different. As such, we offer a wide variety of tour styles. Camping, trekking, diving, adrenalin activities, or watching an African sunset from the comfort of your lodge – there is something for everyone. We use a range of local accommodation to suite the type of tour
We're African specialists: Nearly all our team come from Africa, or have at some point lived or worked there. Frankly, we love the place and being experts on travel in Africa, we have in-depth knowledge about our destinations, and a huge number of tours and departure dates.
Life needs adventure: All Acacia tours are designed to give you a genuine feel for the country you are visiting. By camping in the wild, developing an understanding for local cultures, and experiencing scenic wonders or unique wildlife, our tours offer you a great way to experience Africa on an adventurous grass-root level.
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Cancellation by You If You wish to cancel your booking You must inform the Company in writing (signed by the person who signed the original Booking Form) sending such written notification to Basement Unit, 23A Craven Terrace, London,W2 3QH. Cancellation will be effective on the day it is received by the Company. The following charges, in addition to your deposit and where applicable the gorilla and chimpanzee permit moneys, will be payable by You, depending upon the number of days prior to departure date when the Company receives notice of cancellation.
Date when Written Advice Percentage of Holiday of Cancellation Received Fee Payable
56 days or more prior to departure Deposit
42 to 55 days prior to departure 35% Tour Price forfeit
28 to 41 days prior to departure 50% Tour Price forfeit
14 to 27 days prior to departure 75% Tour Price forfeit
Less than 14 days prior to departure 100% Tour Price forfeit
28 Breakfasts, 20 Lunches and 21 Dinners
Your Responsibilities:
a) All passports, visas, health certificates or other travel documents required for the holiday must be obtained by you. It is your responsibility to ensure that that these remain in order, and to meet any additional costs incurred (whether by you or by the Company on your behalf) as a result of failure to comply with such requirements. Any information or advice given by the Company on passports, visas, vaccinations, etc. is given in good faith but without responsibility on the part of the Company.
b) No credit or refund is possible for any unused services included in the holiday price or Local payment. This includes where the reason for not using the services is due to illness or to disinclination, or to lost, mislaid, or destroyed travel documents, or for departing the tour early or before it reaches its final destination.
c) You must obtain confirmed onward or return flight tickets prior to departure for Africa. The Company cannot be held responsible if you are refused entry to any country through failure to supply proof of onward travel. You must accept responsibility for reconfirming all onward travel arrangements.
d) You are responsible for checking-in at the correct time. The Company cannot accept responsibility if you miss flights or tours as a result of late a check-in.
e) You acknowledge that the nature of the holiday is expeditionary and adventurous, and that you will be visiting places where the political, cultural and geographical conditions present certain dangers, risks and physical challenges greater than those present in our everyday lives.
f) It is compulsory that you have personal travel insurance. This policy must include a minimum cover of $3,62,892 for medical and repatriation expenses.
g) You agree that during the holiday images, photos, or videos may be taken by other clients or Company staff that may contain you in part or in whole. You agree that these images may be reproduced by The Company and You grant perpetual, royalty free, worldwide, irrevocable license to reproduce such images, photos, or videos in any medium for promotion and publicity purposes.
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