43 days in Africa Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Africa tour planner
Start: Melbourne, Australia
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Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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Gambela, Ethiopia
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Nairobi, Kenya
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Juba, South Sudan
— 12 nights
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Kampala, Uganda
— 7 nights
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End: Melbourne, Australia
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Addis Ababa, Ethiopia — 7 nights
City of Humans
A sprawling metropolis and home to millions of Ethiopians, Addis Ababa houses many international organizations, embassies, and commissions, making it a diplomatic, political, and economic hub of the country.Attractions like National Museum of Ethiopia and Mount Entoto make great kid-friendly stops. The adventure continues: see the interesting displays at Red Terror Martyrs Memorial Museum, get a taste of local nightlife at Jams Addis, trot along with Beka Ferda Ranch, and indulge in your favorite hot beverage with a coffee and tea tour.
To find where to stay, traveler tips, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our Addis Ababa trip maker tool.
Melbourne, Australia to Addis Ababa is an approximately 22-hour flight. You'll gain 7 hours traveling from Melbourne to Addis Ababa due to the time zone difference. Expect a bit cooler temperatures when traveling from Melbourne in December; daily highs in Addis Ababa reach 25°C and lows reach 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Mon) to allow enough time to fly to Gambela.
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Gambela, Ethiopia — 3 nights
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Gambela is a city and separate woreda in Ethiopia and the capital of the Gambela Region or kilil. Spend the 27th (Tue) exploring nature at Gambella National Park.
To see maps, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, read Gambela journey maker site.
Getting from Addis Ababa to Gambela by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive. On the 29th (Thu), you'll travel to Nairobi.
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To see maps, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, read Gambela journey maker site.
Getting from Addis Ababa to Gambela by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive. On the 29th (Thu), you'll travel to Nairobi.
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Nairobi, Kenya — 9 nights
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Green City in the Sun
You're likely to visit Nairobi at least once on a trip to Kenya, as the sprawling city houses the country's international airport and remains the jump-off point for many tours and safaris.Kids will enjoy Nairobi National Park and Safaris. On the 4th (Wed), spend a fun day on foot with Walking tours. Spend the 5th (Thu) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. Next up on the itinerary: tour the pleasant surroundings at Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, see Off-Road Tours, identify plant and animal life at Karura Forest, and examine the collection at Karen Blixen Museum.
To see more things to do, ratings, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Nairobi trip app.
Explore your travel options from Gambela to Nairobi with the Route module. In December, plan for daily highs up to 28°C, and evening lows to 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sun) to allow time to fly to Juba.
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Juba, South Sudan — 12 nights
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A frantic metropolis bursting from the White Nile River, Juba stands as the capital and largest city of the Republic of South Sudan.Juba is known for historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in the architecture and atmosphere at All Saints Cathedral and take in the spiritual surroundings of Main Mosque.
For where to stay, ratings, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Juba road trip planning website.
Traveling by flight from Nairobi to Juba takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. The time zone difference when traveling from Nairobi to Juba is minus 1 hour. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Nairobi in January: highs in Juba hover around 38°C, while lows dip to 32°C. On the 21st (Sat), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly to Kampala.
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Kampala, Uganda — 7 nights
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Kampala enjoys the reputation of a modern city with a buzzing atmosphere--it also serves as a good base point for exploring the surrounding area.Kids will enjoy Safaris and Entebbe Botanic Gardens. Change things up with these side-trips from Kampala: Entebbe (Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Centre & Victoria Mall) and Jinja (Source of the Nile - Speke Monument & River Rafting & Tubing). Spend the 25th (Wed) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. And it doesn't end there: get the lay of the land with Walking tours, head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, take a pleasant ride with a tour on horseback, and view the masterpieces at Gallery Antique.
To see other places to visit, reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Kampala trip itinerary planner.
Getting from Juba to Kampala by flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: drive. The time zone difference when traveling from Juba to Kampala is 1 hour. Traveling from Juba in January, things will get slightly colder in Kampala: highs are around 32°C and lows about 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Sat) early enough to fly back home.
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Ethiopia travel guide
Abyssinia
One of the oldest countries in the world, Ethiopia was the only African nation not to fall under colonial control. The continued independence left the country with a wealth of undisturbed historical sites and cultural practices--reasons enough to plan a vacation in Ethiopia. Ancient ruins, hill tribes, wild forest areas, gushing rivers, and depressions filled with active volcanoes represent just some of the many Ethiopia attractions worthy of your attention.
Kenya travel guide
The savannahs of Kenya contain some of the most iconic sights in Africa, stirred in the minds of many when they think of the continent. Big cats, elephants, and rhinos remain major inhabitants of this vast country, with a number of safari centers running trips across the region's World Heritage-listed national parks. Trips to rural villages, where many travelers choose to join up various volunteer projects, represent some of the most inspiring and enriching things to do in Kenya.
South Sudan travel guide
South Sudan became the world's youngest nation in 2011, with the splitting of the continents largest state. The civil war that preceded the separation would inevitably leave deep traces on the psyche of the people and the stability of the political situation, but any initial optimism was quickly dimmed with government forces and rebel groups once more at war. The country boasts a fascinating mix of tribes and cultures and provides the setting for the second largest animal migration in the world, with antelopes crossing large swathes of the country. Despite this, holidays in South Sudan appeal to only a few daring travelers--tourism sector remains undeveloped and infrastructure lacking.
Uganda travel guide
Pearl of Africa
Though small in area, Uganda represents one of the most populated landlocked countries in the world. You can feel this in the lakeside capital, but so much of the country remains untamed and untamable, with great lakes and towering mountains chief among the wilder sights. A recent troubled past delayed the growth of tourism in Uganda, but visitors now arrive in larger numbers, primarily drawn by the diverse wildlife that inhabits the country's mountains and forests. Notably, Uganda houses half of the world's population of mountain gorillas.
