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The Best Extended Trip Organized Tours in East Africa, One Month or Longer

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Looking for the perfect extended getaway to East Africa with a fantastic guided tour? We've carefully analyzed all of the possible multi-month and gap year tour options to East Africa based on price, comfort, service, guest ratings, cuisine, and activities in order to find the absolute best long-term organized tour options available. Whether you're seeking a relaxing getaway, a summer abroad, a career break, or an action-packed gap year expedition, these all-inclusive guided organized tours, holiday packages, and tour packages offer the perfect length of time to indulge in adventure, relaxation, food, culture, and more. From captivating excursions to tantalizing cuisine, get ready to experience the ultimate extended escape that will leave you with unforgettable memories and a renewed sense of wanderlust. So, check out our curated list of long-term tours below to start planning your next epic adventure


The Top 3 Tours:

  • 76 Days, $4483.34

  • 56 Days, $3622.97

  • 34 Days, $5555.00
East Africa
The Best Extended Trip Tours through East Africa

Including guided tours, organized tours, holiday packages, all-inclusive vacations, and guided itineraries.

All tour prices are listed in US Dollars before taxes, and come from a base price that is reported by TourRadar. Peak season prices can vary significantly, particularly in destinations where seasonal travel fluctuates dramatically. While we do our best to evaluate all tours to maintain accuracy, always confirm the details directly with TourRadar or the tour company before booking. The information provided on this website is sourced directly from TourRadar and may change at any time.

Organized by Absolute Africa 76 Days Kigali to Cape Town 44 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for extended trip tours in East Africa.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Nature Lovers
  • Animal Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.5 rating

Age Range: 18 to 80
Maximum Group Size: 28
Price per Day: $59

This tour visits Kigali, Kisoro, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Kampala, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Jinja, Nakuru, Lake Nakuru National Park, Lake Naivasha, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Nairobi, Arusha, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Marangu, Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar, Iringa, Chitimba, Kande, South Luangwa National Park, Lusaka, Kariba, Masvingo, Bulawayo, Matobo National Park, Victoria Falls, Kasane, Chobe National Park, Maun, Okavango Delta, Divundu, Grootfontein, Etosha National Park, Kamanjab, Swakopmund, Sesriem, Bethanien, Fish River Canyon National Park, Vioolsdrif, Citrusdal, Stellenbosch, and Cape Town.

  • Overland Truck
  • Wildlife
  • Sightseeing
  • Camping
  • Gorilla Trekking
  • Big Five
  • Fully Guided

By Absolute Africa
Absolute Africa offers local overland truck tours through Tanzania, Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda, and others. They are known for providing overland truck tours to amazing and remote destinations. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers. They specialize in wildlife viewing tours, ensuring you'll have an enjoyable experience.



$4,483
on TourRadar

Organized by Oasis Overland 56 Days Nairobi to Cape Town 26 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for extended trip tours in East Africa.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Nature Lovers
  • Animal Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.3 rating

Age Range: 18 to 69
Maximum Group Size: 24
Price per Day: $65

This tour visits Nairobi, Arusha, Ngorongoro, Serengeti National Park, Mount Kilimanjaro, Marangu, Zanzibar, Mikumi National Park, Lake Malawi, Lilongwe, Harare, Bulawayo, Gweru, Victoria Falls, Matobo National Park, Maun, Chobe National Park, Okavango Delta, Etosha National Park, Brandberg Mountain, Swakopmund, Spitzkoppe, Cape Cross, Namib-Naukluft Park, Sossusvlei, and Cape Town.

  • Overland Truck
  • Wildlife
  • Sightseeing
  • Camping
  • Big Five
  • Fully Guided

By Oasis Overland
Oasis Overland is a large company with a focus on overland truck tours through Kenya, Tanzania, Zimbabwe, and Argentina. Overland truck tours are their primary specialty, offering travelers the chance to visit remote destinations. Budget travelers will appreciate the relative affordability of the company's offerings. Their expertise is in wildlife viewing tours, so you can count on having a fun time.



$3,623
on TourRadar

Organized by Acacia Adventure Holidays 34 Days Dar es Salaam to Cape Town 26 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Nature Lovers
  • Animal Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.5 rating

Age Range: 18 to 75
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $147

This tour visits Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar, Kendwa, Mikumi National Park, Iringa, Chitimba, Kande, Lilongwe, Chipata, Lusaka, Livingstone, Kasane, Chobe National Park, Nata, Maun, Okavango Delta, Ghanzi, Windhoek, Etosha National Park, Spitzkoppe, Swakopmund, Namib-Naukluft Park, Sesriem, Fish River Canyon National Park, Cederberg Wildnerness Area, and Cape Town.

  • Overland Truck
  • Wildlife
  • Sightseeing
  • Beach
  • Camping
  • Fully Guided

By Acacia Adventure Holidays
Acacia Adventure Holidays offers local overland truck tours through South Africa, Zambia, Tanzania, Kenya, and others. Their expertise is in organizing fantastic overland truck adventures to exciting destinations. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category. Wildlife viewing tours are their specialty, so you'll know that you're signing up for a fun experience.



$4,999
on TourRadar

Organized by Acacia Adventure Holidays 58 Days Nairobi to Cape Town 37 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Nature Lovers
  • Animal Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.8 rating

Age Range: 18 to 75
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $190

This tour visits Nairobi, Lake Nakuru National Park, Eldoret, Kampala, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Lake Bunyonyi, Jinja, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Arusha, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Bagamoyo, Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar, Mikumi National Park, Iringa, Chitimba, Kande, Chipata, Lusaka, Livingstone, Kasane, Chobe National Park, Nata, Maun, Okavango Delta, Ghanzi, Windhoek, Etosha National Park, Spitzkoppe, Swakopmund, Sossusvlei, Sesriem, Fish River Canyon National Park, Vioolsdrif, Cederberg Wildnerness Area, and Cape Town.

  • Overland Truck
  • Wildlife
  • Sightseeing
  • Camping
  • Gorilla Trekking
  • Great Migration
  • Big Five
  • Fully Guided

By Acacia Adventure Holidays
Acacia Adventure Holidays offers local overland truck tours through South Africa, Zambia, Tanzania, Kenya, and others. Their expertise is in organizing fantastic overland truck adventures to exciting destinations. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category. Wildlife viewing tours are their specialty, so you'll know that you're signing up for a fun experience.



$8,615
on TourRadar

Organized by G Adventures 40 Days Cape Town to Nairobi 27 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Nature Lovers
  • Animal Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.9 rating

Age Range: 18 to 39
Maximum Group Size: 22
Price per Day: $157

This tour visits Cape Town, Cederberg Wildnerness Area, Fish River Canyon National Park, Namib-Naukluft Park, Swakopmund, Damaraland, Etosha National Park, Waterberg Plateau Park, Windhoek, Central Kalahari Game Reserve, Maun, Okavango Delta, Gweta, Chobe National Park, Livingstone, Lusaka, Chipata, Lilongwe, Lake Malawi, Iringa, Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar, Moshi, Arusha, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, and Nairobi.

  • Jeep & 4WD
  • Overland Truck
  • Wildlife
  • Camping
  • Big Five
  • Fully Guided

By G Adventures
G Adventures is a popular travel company that specializes in small-group adventure tours worldwide. They focus on sustainable tourism, immersive cultural experiences, and off-the-beaten-path destinations.



$6,299
on TourRadar

Organized by Acacia Adventure Holidays 58 Days Nairobi to Cape Town 36 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Nature Lovers
  • Animal Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.8 rating

Age Range: 18 to 75
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $247

This tour visits Nairobi, Lake Nakuru, Eldoret, Kampala, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Lake Bunyonyi, Jinja, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Arusha, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Bagamoyo, Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar, Mikumi National Park, Iringa, Chitimba, Kande, Chipata, Lusaka, Livingstone, Kasane, Nata, Maun, Okavango Delta, Ghanzi, Windhoek, Etosha National Park, Spitzkoppe, Swakopmund, Namib-Naukluft Park, Sesriem, Fish River Canyon National Park, Vioolsdrif, Cederberg Wildnerness Area, and Cape Town.

  • Overland Truck
  • Wildlife
  • Camping
  • Gorilla Trekking
  • Great Migration
  • Big Five
  • Fully Guided

By Acacia Adventure Holidays
Acacia Adventure Holidays offers local overland truck tours through South Africa, Zambia, Tanzania, Kenya, and others. Their expertise is in organizing fantastic overland truck adventures to exciting destinations. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category. Wildlife viewing tours are their specialty, so you'll know that you're signing up for a fun experience.



$11,928
on TourRadar

Organized by Acacia Adventure Holidays 43 Days Nairobi to Cape Town 34 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Local Culture: provides in-depth local experiences.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Nature Lovers
  • Animal Lovers
  • Culture Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.8 rating

Age Range: 18 to 75
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $214

This tour visits Nairobi, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Arusha, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Moshi, Bagamoyo, Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar, Mikumi National Park, Iringa, Songwe, Chitimba, Mzuzu, Kande, Chipata, Lusaka, Livingstone, Kasane, Chobe National Park, Nata, Maun, Okavango Delta, Ghanzi, Windhoek, Etosha National Park, Spitzkoppe, Swakopmund, Namib-Naukluft Park, Sossusvlei, Sesriem, Fish River Canyon National Park, Cederberg Wildnerness Area, and Cape Town.

  • Overland Truck
  • Wildlife
  • Beach
  • Camping
  • Local Living
  • Big Five
  • Fully Guided

By Acacia Adventure Holidays
Acacia Adventure Holidays offers local overland truck tours through South Africa, Zambia, Tanzania, Kenya, and others. Their expertise is in organizing fantastic overland truck adventures to exciting destinations. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category. Wildlife viewing tours are their specialty, so you'll know that you're signing up for a fun experience.



$9,218
on TourRadar

Organized by Acacia Adventure Holidays 43 Days Nairobi to Cape Town 31 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Nature Lovers
  • Animal Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.8 rating

Age Range: 18 to 75
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $153

This tour visits Nairobi, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Arusha, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Bagamoyo, Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar, Mikumi National Park, Iringa, Chitimba, Kande, Chipata, Lusaka, Livingstone, Kasane, Chobe National Park, Nata, Maun, Okavango Delta, Ghanzi, Windhoek, Etosha National Park, Spitzkoppe, Swakopmund, Sossusvlei, Sesriem, Fish River Canyon National Park, Vioolsdrif, Cederberg Wildnerness Area, and Cape Town.

  • Overland Truck
  • Wildlife
  • Camping
  • Great Migration
  • Big Five
  • Fully Guided

By Acacia Adventure Holidays
Acacia Adventure Holidays offers local overland truck tours through South Africa, Zambia, Tanzania, Kenya, and others. Their expertise is in organizing fantastic overland truck adventures to exciting destinations. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category. Wildlife viewing tours are their specialty, so you'll know that you're signing up for a fun experience.



$6,583
on TourRadar

Organized by Absolute Africa 34 Days Kigali to Zanzibar 19 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Nature Lovers
  • Animal Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.8 rating

Age Range: 18 to 80
Maximum Group Size: 28
Price per Day: $118

This tour visits Kigali, Musanze, Kisoro, Kabale, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Kampala, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Jinja, Nakuru, Lake Nakuru National Park, Lake Naivasha, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Nairobi, Arusha, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Marangu, Dar es Salaam, and Zanzibar.

  • Overland Truck
  • Wildlife
  • Camping
  • Gorilla Trekking
  • Big Five
  • Fully Guided

By Absolute Africa
Absolute Africa offers local overland truck tours through Tanzania, Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda, and others. They are known for providing overland truck tours to amazing and remote destinations. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers. They specialize in wildlife viewing tours, ensuring you'll have an enjoyable experience.



$3,421
on TourRadar

Organized by Absolute Africa 39 Days Nairobi to Victoria Falls 19 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for extended trip tours in East Africa.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Nature Lovers
  • Animal Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.8 rating

Age Range: 18 to 80
Maximum Group Size: 28
Price per Day: $101

  • Overland Truck
  • Wildlife
  • Camping
  • Big Five
  • Fully Guided

By Absolute Africa
Absolute Africa offers local overland truck tours through Tanzania, Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda, and others. They are known for providing overland truck tours to amazing and remote destinations. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers. They specialize in wildlife viewing tours, ensuring you'll have an enjoyable experience.



$3,300
on TourRadar

Why does East Africa appeal to travelers?

East Africa appeals to travelers with its rich history, vibrant cities, scenic landscapes, and exciting culture. Extended-length to the region offer an amazing opportunity to dig into the culture and communities in a convenient way at an affordable price. You'll travel stress-free while creating amazing memories.

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How much do extended trip tours to East Africa cost?

The average daily price of Extended Trip Tours in East Africa is $128 per day. Prices can vary widely due to the included amenities, length of the trip, number of guests on the tour, and many other factors. If you want more information about prices, we have put together a complete analysis of the costs of Extended Trip Tours in East Africa here.


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$128
Average Price Per Day
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Tours Analyzed
4.5
Average Rating
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Tour Companies
23
Average Group Size

Which Tour Companies Offer Extended Trip Tours?

A number of fantastic tour companies offer extended trip tours in East Africa. These are a few of the best, because they offer the highest rated service, provide the best overall quality, and have the most five-star guest reviews to prove it.

Absolute Africa

Absolute Africa offers local overland truck tours through Tanzania, Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda, and others. Most participants are adults and the tours range in length from 5 days to 11 weeks. They are known for providing overland truck tours to amazing and remote destinations. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers. They specialize in wildlife viewing tours, ensuring you'll have an enjoyable experience. Travelers usually enjoy the tour activities such as camping, bird watching, and white water rafting.

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Acacia Adventure Holidays

Acacia Adventure Holidays offers local overland truck tours through South Africa, Zambia, Tanzania, Kenya, and others. Most participants are adults and the tours range in length from 3 days to 8 weeks. Their expertise is in organizing fantastic overland truck adventures to exciting destinations. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category. Wildlife viewing tours are their specialty, so you'll know that you're signing up for a fun experience. The company's adventures often highlight activities such as camping, wine tasting, and whale watching.

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Oasis Overland

Oasis Overland is a large company with a focus on overland truck tours through Kenya, Tanzania, Zimbabwe, and Argentina. Most participants are adults and the tours range in length from 5 days to 38 weeks. Overland truck tours are their primary specialty, offering travelers the chance to visit remote destinations. Budget travelers will appreciate the relative affordability of the company's offerings. Their expertise is in wildlife viewing tours, so you can count on having a fun time.

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G Adventures

G Adventures logo G Adventures is a large international travel company offering tours all over the world. Some of their most popular destinations include Thailand, Peru, South Africa, and Vietnam. Many of their tours are priced in the mid-range category. The company's adventures often highlight activities such as camping, island hopping, snorkelling, surfing, wine tasting, kayaking, cooking classes, water sports, jungle surfing, and canyoning.

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Extended Trip Destinations in East Africa

Wondering where extended trip tours visit in East Africa? With a variety of stops and destinations along the way, there's something for everyone.

A few of the most popular places visited by tours in East Africa include Zanzibar, Dar es Salaam, Arusha, Serengeti National Park, and Nairobi.


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Which is cheaper?

Is traveling independently less expensive than taking guided extended trip tours? The answer isn't straightforward. Guided tours often include services like hotels, transportation, meals, entry tickets, guides, and activities, all of which you would need to arrange and pay for individually if traveling on your own. To determine the cost difference, you'd need to compare the total cost of the tour package with the cost of booking everything separately. You may prefer a less expensive hotel or splurge on dining, so the cost of a tour could either save you money or cost you more. Be sure to review what's included in the tour package before making your comparison.

Also, before booking a tour, make sure you know exactly what is included as tour companies sometimes change their itineraries or included amenities to keep them updated with seasonal changes and customer interests.

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