43 days in Africa Itinerary
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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
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Kampala, Uganda
— 7 nights
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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.You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like National Museum of Ethiopia and Red Terror Martyrs Memorial Museum. And it doesn't end there: take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Mount Entoto, join in the after-dark buzz at Jams Addis, hit the best photo ops around with an inspiring photography tour, and soar above the sights with a balloon tour.
For other places to visit, maps, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Addis Ababa online sightseeing planner.
Melbourne, Australia to Addis Ababa is an approximately 22-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Melbourne to Addis Ababa is minus 7 hours. In December, Addis Ababa is little chillier than Melbourne - with highs of 25°C and lows of 11°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Sun) early enough to catch the flight 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 26th (Mon) exploring nature at Gambella National Park.
To see where to stay, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Gambela day trip planner.
You can fly from Addis Ababa to Gambela in 3.5 hours. Another option is to drive. On the 28th (Wed), you'll travel to Nairobi.
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To see where to stay, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Gambela day trip planner.
You can fly from Addis Ababa to Gambela in 3.5 hours. Another option is to drive. On the 28th (Wed), 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.You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Nairobi National Park and Giraffe Centre. Spend the 2nd (Mon) spotting exotic species with a safari tour. Spend the 4th (Wed) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. There's still lots to do: tour the pleasant surroundings at Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, trek along Karura Forest, get interesting insight from Tours, and examine the collection at Nairobi National Museum.
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Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Gambela to Nairobi. December in Nairobi sees daily highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Sat) 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 contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Main Mosque.
To see where to stay, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, refer to the Juba road trip planner.
Fly from Nairobi to Juba in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Nairobi to Juba due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Nairobi in January, plan for a bit warmer days and much warmer nights in Juba: temperatures range from 38°C by day to 32°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 20th (Fri) to allow enough time to 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.You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Safaris and Victoria Mall. Change things up with these side-trips from Kampala: Entebbe (Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Centre & Entebbe Botanic Gardens) and Jinja (Source of the Nile - Speke Monument & River Rafting & Tubing). Spend the 24th (Tue) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. And it doesn't end there: take in the local highlights with Walking tours, scramble along the landscape with a canyoning and rapelling tour, view the masterpieces at Afriart Gallery, and see the interesting displays at Uganda Museum.
For traveler tips, ratings, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Kampala travel route planner.
Getting from Juba to Kampala by flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: drive. The time zone changes from Central Africa Time (CAT) to East Africa Time (EAT), which is usually a 1 hour difference. Expect a bit cooler temperatures when traveling from Juba in January; daily highs in Kampala reach 32°C and lows reach 22°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Fri) to allow enough time 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.
