Accra to Fes (75 Days) Trans Africa
Accra to Fes (75 Days) Trans Africa
Accra to Fes (75 Days) Trans Africa
75 Days Starting in Accra, Ghana and ending in Fes, Morocco
Visiting: Accra, Freetown, Banjul, Atar, Fes, Essaouira, Chefchaouen, Volubilis
Tour operator:
Tour code:
648
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 10
Age range:
18-80
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Adventure Tours, Camping, Safari Tours, Walking Hiking and Trekking
Interests:
Tour Overview
Embark on an epic 75-day adventure from Accra to Fes, traversing 10 diverse countries across Africa. This immersive journey offers a unique blend of cultural exploration, wildlife encounters, and breathtaking landscapes. Navigate the bustling Kejetia Market in Kumasi, hike through the lush Fouta Djalon plateau, and relax on Sierra Leone's pristine beaches. Meet rescued chimpanzees at Tacugama Sanctuary, savor Senegalese cuisine, and traverse the vast Sahara Desert. Experience the vibrant medinas, souks, and kasbahs of Morocco. Travel comfortably in an Oasis Expedition Truck and camp under the stars, making unforgettable memories on this once-in-a-lifetime expedition.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Accra To Freetown
Location: Accra
West Africa is a road less travelled and still a largely undiscovered area of Africa for tourism. Please understand that your journey will be directly through this area of the continent and although we list our intended Itinerary below, please be aware that this is a rough guide and should be treated as such.
Oasis Overland has run a Trans Africa Expedition virtually every year since 1997, and during this time, not one Trans Africa trip has run an identical itinerary through West Africa.
This is due to many reasons, including availability of visas, road conditions, embassy and border closures, political unrest, elections and instability, disease outbreaks, changing government travel advice and adverse weather conditions, just to name a few. We also hear about new, exciting places that may only now be possible to visit, and so try to include some new places on each trip for that reason too.
Please therefore consider the itinerary shown as a guide and expect there to be some changes during your trip. This is all part of the experience of travelling through West Africa and one that makes this expedition such an epic journey that only a select few are willing to undertake.
We begin our trip in Accra and after applying for any necessary visas, we will set off on the first leg of our West Africa adventure, first going to the beaches at Cape Coast and then driving north to the city of Kumasi. Here you will find Kejetia Market, one of the biggest in West Africa and a great place to wander and soak up the atmosphere. Kumasi is also the capital of the Ashanti Region and you can visit the National Cultural Centre to learn more about Ashanti culture.
Heading back to towards the coast, Kakum National Park has a 30 metre high Canopy Walkway which you have the chance to visit on an optional excursion, giving you a different experience and view of the rainforest. Near Cape Coast we find vast beaches and can learn more about the slave trade at Elmina and Cape Coast castles.
Leaving Ghana, we enter French-speaking Cote d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast) and head for the beaches of Grand-Bassam and the former capital, Abidjan, the country’s largest city. Situated on the Ebrie Lagoon, it is a modern city, home to markets and museums, art galleries and the unique Cathedrale St. Paul. It’s the former capital and still the economic hub of Cote d’Ivoire. We head inland to Yamoussoukro, designated the capital in 1983 by President Houphouet-Boigny who undertook huge building projects, designed to impress, including the enormous Basilica of Our Lady of Peace of Yamoussoukro.
The next country on our Trans Africa journey is Liberia, founded by resettled, freed slaves from America and the Caribbean in the 19th century. We make our way to the country’s vibrant capital, Monrovia, rebuilding itself after years of civil war. From here we can take a trip out to the beautiful Kpatawee waterfalls. Travelling through lush jungle to the border, we cross into Sierra Leone, sadly another country infamous for its long-running civil war. Infrastructure, including the roads we travel on, is still poor and progress can be difficult and slow going. An optional visit to Tiwai Island Wildlife Sanctuary gives you the opportunity to search for the rare pigmy hippopotamus as well as various primates and birdlife, exploring on foot or by canoe with a knowledgeable guide.
From here we travel to the capital Freetown and its palm-fringed beaches on the Atlantic Ocean. We include a trip to the Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary, home to about 100 rescued chimpanzees. We take a tour of the sanctuary to learn about the species, meet the chimps and find out how this organisation is striving to protect and conserve these animals and their environment.
In Freetown we say goodbye to some of our fellow travellers and welcome any joining us as we head north on our journey towards the Sahara.
Day 26 : Accra To Freetown
Location: Freetown
West Africa is a road less travelled and still a largely undiscovered area of Africa for tourism. Please understand that your journey will be directly through this area of the continent and although we list our intended Itinerary below, please be aware that this is a rough guide and should be treated as such.
Oasis Overland has run a Trans Africa Expedition virtually every year since 1997, and during this time, not one Trans Africa trip has run an identical itinerary through West Africa.
This is due to many reasons, including availability of visas, road conditions, embassy and border closures, political unrest, elections and instability, disease outbreaks, changing government travel advice and adverse weather conditions, just to name a few. We also hear about new, exciting places that may only now be possible to visit, and so try to include some new places on each trip for that reason too.
Please therefore consider the itinerary shown as a guide and expect there to be some changes during your trip. This is all part of the experience of travelling through West Africa and one that makes this expedition such an epic journey that only a select few are willing to undertake.
We begin our trip in Accra and after applying for any necessary visas, we will set off on the first leg of our West Africa adventure, first going to the beaches at Cape Coast and then driving north to the city of Kumasi. Here you will find Kejetia Market, one of the biggest in West Africa and a great place to wander and soak up the atmosphere. Kumasi is also the capital of the Ashanti Region and you can visit the National Cultural Centre to learn more about Ashanti culture.
Heading back to towards the coast, Kakum National Park has a 30 metre high Canopy Walkway which you have the chance to visit on an optional excursion, giving you a different experience and view of the rainforest. Near Cape Coast we find vast beaches and can learn more about the slave trade at Elmina and Cape Coast castles.
Leaving Ghana, we enter French-speaking Cote d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast) and head for the beaches of Grand-Bassam and the former capital, Abidjan, the country’s largest city. Situated on the Ebrie Lagoon, it is a modern city, home to markets and museums, art galleries and the unique Cathedrale St. Paul. It’s the former capital and still the economic hub of Cote d’Ivoire. We head inland to Yamoussoukro, designated the capital in 1983 by President Houphouet-Boigny who undertook huge building projects, designed to impress, including the enormous Basilica of Our Lady of Peace of Yamoussoukro.
The next country on our Trans Africa journey is Liberia, founded by resettled, freed slaves from America and the Caribbean in the 19th century. We make our way to the country’s vibrant capital, Monrovia, rebuilding itself after years of civil war. From here we can take a trip out to the beautiful Kpatawee waterfalls. Travelling through lush jungle to the border, we cross into Sierra Leone, sadly another country infamous for its long-running civil war. Infrastructure, including the roads we travel on, is still poor and progress can be difficult and slow going. An optional visit to Tiwai Island Wildlife Sanctuary gives you the opportunity to search for the rare pigmy hippopotamus as well as various primates and birdlife, exploring on foot or by canoe with a knowledgeable guide.
From here we travel to the capital Freetown and its palm-fringed beaches on the Atlantic Ocean. We include a trip to the Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary, home to about 100 rescued chimpanzees. We take a tour of the sanctuary to learn about the species, meet the chimps and find out how this organisation is striving to protect and conserve these animals and their environment.
In Freetown we say goodbye to some of our fellow travellers and welcome any joining us as we head north on our journey towards the Sahara.
Day 27 : Freetown To Banjul
Location: Banjul
Leaving the lush jungle behind we cross the border to Guinea, known as Guinea Conakry. We cross the highlands of the Fouta Djallon mountainous region, passing steep sided hills and picturesque waterfalls. Once again, the going will be tough with difficult road conditions as we make our way to Guinea Bissau. This small country has a population of just over 2 million and is amongst the poorest in the world but we are welcomed by its inhabitants as we pass through towns and villages. We hope to stop at Parque Nacional de Cantanhez where you have the opportunity to go trekking into the rainforest to look for chimpanzees and other wildlife but this will depend on road conditions and our progress so far. As we travel through this small country, we bushcamp along the way, eventually reaching the border with Senegal. We hope to have some time at one of Senegal’s beautiful beaches before moving on to The Gambia, which is completely surrounded by Senegal apart from its coast. The capital, Banjul is situated on an island in the mouth of the Gambia River and from here you can take a boat trip upriver, explore the buzzing Albert Market or wander amongst colonial buildings in the old town.
Day 36 : Freetown To Banjul
Location: Banjul
Leaving the lush jungle behind we cross the border to Guinea, known as Guinea Conakry. We cross the highlands of the Fouta Djallon mountainous region, passing steep sided hills and picturesque waterfalls. Once again, the going will be tough with difficult road conditions as we make our way to Guinea Bissau. This small country has a population of just over 2 million and is amongst the poorest in the world but we are welcomed by its inhabitants as we pass through towns and villages. We hope to stop at Parque Nacional de Cantanhez where you have the opportunity to go trekking into the rainforest to look for chimpanzees and other wildlife but this will depend on road conditions and our progress so far. As we travel through this small country, we bushcamp along the way, eventually reaching the border with Senegal. We hope to have some time at one of Senegal’s beautiful beaches before moving on to The Gambia, which is completely surrounded by Senegal apart from its coast. The capital, Banjul is situated on an island in the mouth of the Gambia River and from here you can take a boat trip upriver, explore the buzzing Albert Market or wander amongst colonial buildings in the old town.
Day 37 : Banjul To Atar
Location: Atar
We leave The Gambia and re-enter Senegal, travelling north into the Sahel region. Again, depending on our progress we may visit Dakar or take a trip out to Lake Retba more commonly known as Lac Rose, due to its pink colour. Our final destination in Senegal is the former capital St. Louis. The old town is situated on an island, reached by the Faidherbe Bridge, designed by Gustave Eiffel. We base ourselves a few miles from the city at Langue de Barbarie National Park where you can relax on the beach, go fishing or head out bird watching by a dugout canoe. Weather and road conditions will determine which border we will cross into Mauritania, either at Diama to drive along the piste through Diawling National Park or further inland at the busy Rosso border. Either way, we enter Mauritania and make our way to the capital Nouackchott. The lush jungles of West Africa seem a distant memory as we leave Nouackchott and drive inland into the desert, passing small villages and camel herds as we make our way to Atar. From this oasis town you have the option to explore the surrounding Adrar Plateau by 4x4 vehicle.
Day 38 : Atar To Fes
Location: Fes
From Atar we head west towards the coast again and leave Mauritania for Western Sahara. Be prepared for desert camping with no facilities but incredible starry skies! We may meet other overlanders on their way south as we head north towards Morocco, the final country on our Cape Town to Fes overland expedition. Our first proper stop in Morocco after driving along the coast and passing Agadir, is Essaouira on the Atlantic where you’ll find great surfing conditions to blow away the dust of the last few days as well as the UNESCO designated old town to wander around. Leaving the beach behind, we drive to one of Morocco’s most iconic cities, Marrakech. We have a few days here to give you time to experience it’s wonderful sites, explore the huge medina and soak up the atmosphere in the famous Djemâa-el-Fna square, either immersing yourself amongst the stallholders and entertainers or from above whilst sipping mint tea on a roof top café overlooking square. Heading north, we travel via Casablanca and Rabat to the picturesque town of Chefchaouen in the Rif Mountains. We camp at a spot overlooking this ‘blue’ city, famous for it’s blue-washed walls and cobbled streets. The pace is a little slower here than busy Marrakech and you have time to wander the alleyways and explore the 15th century Kasbah. Nearing journey’s end, we travel to the Roman ruins at Volubilis where you can explore this huge site and learn about the Roman city that thrived here over a thousand years ago. A short drive away is our final destination, the city of Fes. After 23 weeks of travelling across the vast African continent from South Africa to Morocco, it’s hard to believe our journey is over! We end with an included tour through the narrow streets of the vast bazaar where you can sample local fare, shop for souvenirs, observe the tanneries and dye pits at work and visit beautiful mosques before our farewell dinner.
Day 39 : Atar To Fes
Location: Fes
From Atar we head west towards the coast again and leave Mauritania for Western Sahara. Be prepared for desert camping with no facilities but incredible starry skies! We may meet other overlanders on their way south as we head north towards Morocco, the final country on our Cape Town to Fes overland expedition. Our first proper stop in Morocco after driving along the coast and passing Agadir, is Essaouira on the Atlantic where you’ll find great surfing conditions to blow away the dust of the last few days as well as the UNESCO designated old town to wander around. Leaving the beach behind, we drive to one of Morocco’s most iconic cities, Marrakech. We have a few days here to give you time to experience it’s wonderful sites, explore the huge medina and soak up the atmosphere in the famous Djemâa-el-Fna square, either immersing yourself amongst the stallholders and entertainers or from above whilst sipping mint tea on a roof top café overlooking square. Heading north, we travel via Casablanca and Rabat to the picturesque town of Chefchaouen in the Rif Mountains. We camp at a spot overlooking this ‘blue’ city, famous for it’s blue-washed walls and cobbled streets. The pace is a little slower here than busy Marrakech and you have time to wander the alleyways and explore the 15th century Kasbah. Nearing journey’s end, we travel to the Roman ruins at Volubilis where you can explore this huge site and learn about the Roman city that thrived here over a thousand years ago. A short drive away is our final destination, the city of Fes. After 23 weeks of travelling across the vast African continent from South Africa to Morocco, it’s hard to believe our journey is over! We end with an included tour through the narrow streets of the vast bazaar where you can sample local fare, shop for souvenirs, observe the tanneries and dye pits at work and visit beautiful mosques before our farewell dinner.
Day 40 : Atar To Fes
Location: Fes
From Atar we head west towards the coast again and leave Mauritania for Western Sahara. Be prepared for desert camping with no facilities but incredible starry skies! We may meet other overlanders on their way south as we head north towards Morocco, the final country on our Cape Town to Fes overland expedition. Our first proper stop in Morocco after driving along the coast and passing Agadir, is Essaouira on the Atlantic where you’ll find great surfing conditions to blow away the dust of the last few days as well as the UNESCO designated old town to wander around. Leaving the beach behind, we drive to one of Morocco’s most iconic cities, Marrakech. We have a few days here to give you time to experience it’s wonderful sites, explore the huge medina and soak up the atmosphere in the famous Djemâa-el-Fna square, either immersing yourself amongst the stallholders and entertainers or from above whilst sipping mint tea on a roof top café overlooking square. Heading north, we travel via Casablanca and Rabat to the picturesque town of Chefchaouen in the Rif Mountains. We camp at a spot overlooking this ‘blue’ city, famous for it’s blue-washed walls and cobbled streets. The pace is a little slower here than busy Marrakech and you have time to wander the alleyways and explore the 15th century Kasbah. Nearing journey’s end, we travel to the Roman ruins at Volubilis where you can explore this huge site and learn about the Roman city that thrived here over a thousand years ago. A short drive away is our final destination, the city of Fes. After 23 weeks of travelling across the vast African continent from South Africa to Morocco, it’s hard to believe our journey is over! We end with an included tour through the narrow streets of the vast bazaar where you can sample local fare, shop for souvenirs, observe the tanneries and dye pits at work and visit beautiful mosques before our farewell dinner.
Day 43 : Banjul To Atar
Location: Atar
We leave The Gambia and re-enter Senegal, travelling north into the Sahel region. Again, depending on our progress we may visit Dakar or take a trip out to Lake Retba more commonly known as Lac Rose, due to its pink colour. Our final destination in Senegal is the former capital St. Louis. The old town is situated on an island, reached by the Faidherbe Bridge, designed by Gustave Eiffel. We base ourselves a few miles from the city at Langue de Barbarie National Park where you can relax on the beach, go fishing or head out bird watching by a dugout canoe.
Weather and road conditions will determine which border we will cross into Mauritania, either at Diama to drive along the piste through Diawling National Park or further inland at the busy Rosso border. Either way, we enter Mauritania and make our way to the capital Nouackchott. The lush jungles of West Africa seem a distant memory as we leave Nouackchott and drive inland into the desert, passing small villages and camel herds as we make our way to Atar. From this oasis town you have the option to explore the surrounding Adrar Plateau by 4x4 vehicle.
Day 44 : Atar To Fes
Location: Essaouira
From Atar we head west towards the coast again and leave Mauritania for Western Sahara. Be prepared for desert camping with no facilities but incredible starry skies! We may meet other overlanders on their way south as we head north towards Morocco, the final country on our Cape Town to Fes overland expedition.
Our first proper stop in Morocco after driving along the coast and passing Agadir, is Essaouira on the Atlantic where you’ll find great surfing conditions to blow away the dust of the last few days as well as the UNESCO designated old town to wander around. Leaving the beach behind, we drive to one of Morocco’s most iconic cities, Marrakech. We have a few days here to give you time to experience it’s wonderful sites, explore the huge medina and soak up the atmosphere in the famous Djemâa-el-Fna square, either immersing yourself amongst the stallholders and entertainers or from above whilst sipping mint tea on a roof top café overlooking square.
Day 45 : Atar To Fes
Location: Fes
Heading north, we travel via Casablanca and Rabat to the picturesque town of Chefchaouen in the Rif Mountains. We camp at a spot overlooking this ‘blue’ city, famous for it’s blue-washed walls and cobbled streets. The pace is a little slower here than busy Marrakech and you have time to wander the alleyways and explore the 15th century Kasbah. Nearing journey’s end, we travel to the Roman ruins at Volubilis where you can explore this huge site and learn about the Roman city that thrived here over a thousand years ago.
A short drive away is our final destination, the city of Fes. After 23 weeks of travelling across the vast African continent from South Africa to Morocco, it’s hard to believe our journey is over! We end with an included tour through the narrow streets of the vast bazaar where you can sample local fare, shop for souvenirs, observe the tanneries and dye pits at work and visit beautiful mosques before our farewell dinner.
Day 46 : Banjul To Atar
Location: Atar
We leave The Gambia and re-enter Senegal, travelling north into the Sahel region. Again, depending on our progress we may visit Dakar or take a trip out to Lake Retba more commonly known as Lac Rose, due to its pink colour. Our final destination in Senegal is the former capital St. Louis. The old town is situated on an island, reached by the Faidherbe Bridge, designed by Gustave Eiffel. We base ourselves a few miles from the city at Langue de Barbarie National Park where you can relax on the beach, go fishing or head out bird watching by a dugout canoe.
Weather and road conditions will determine which border we will cross into Mauritania, either at Diama to drive along the piste through Diawling National Park or further inland at the busy Rosso border. Either way, we enter Mauritania and make our way to the capital Nouackchott. The lush jungles of West Africa seem a distant memory as we leave Nouackchott and drive inland into the desert, passing small villages and camel herds as we make our way to Atar. From this oasis town you have the option to explore the surrounding Adrar Plateau by 4x4 vehicle.
Day 47 : Atar To Fes
Location: Fes
From Atar we head west towards the coast again and leave Mauritania for Western Sahara. Be prepared for desert camping with no facilities but incredible starry skies! We may meet other overlanders on their way south as we head north towards Morocco, the final country on our Cape Town to Fes overland expedition.
Our first proper stop in Morocco after driving along the coast and passing Agadir, is Essaouira on the Atlantic where you’ll find great surfing conditions to blow away the dust of the last few days as well as the UNESCO designated old town to wander around. Leaving the beach behind, we drive to one of Morocco’s most iconic cities, Marrakech. We have a few days here to give you time to experience it’s wonderful sites, explore the huge medina and soak up the atmosphere in the famous Djemâa-el-Fna square, either immersing yourself amongst the stallholders and entertainers or from above whilst sipping mint tea on a roof top café overlooking square.
Day 48 : Atar To Fes
Location: Chefchaouen
Heading north, we travel via Casablanca and Rabat to the picturesque town of Chefchaouen in the Rif Mountains. We camp at a spot overlooking this ‘blue’ city, famous for it’s blue-washed walls and cobbled streets. The pace is a little slower here than busy Marrakech and you have time to wander the alleyways and explore the 15th century Kasbah. Nearing journey’s end, we travel to the Roman ruins at Volubilis where you can explore this huge site and learn about the Roman city that thrived here over a thousand years ago.
Day 49 : Atar To Fes
Location: Fes
A short drive away is our final destination, the city of Fes. After 23 weeks of travelling across the vast African continent from South Africa to Morocco, it’s hard to believe our journey is over! We end with an included tour through the narrow streets of the vast bazaar where you can sample local fare, shop for souvenirs, observe the tanneries and dye pits at work and visit beautiful mosques before our farewell dinner.
Day 50 : Fes
Location: Fes
Your trip will finish in Fes after breakfast. Please make sure you allow a good few days after our scheduled arrival to look around Fes some more and to allow for any possible delays en-route.
Day 51 : Banjul To Atar
Location: Atar
We leave The Gambia and re-enter Senegal, travelling north into the Sahel region. Again, depending on our progress we may visit Dakar or take a trip out to Lake Retba more commonly known as Lac Rose, due to its pink colour. Our final destination in Senegal is the former capital St. Louis. The old town is situated on an island, reached by the Faidherbe Bridge, designed by Gustave Eiffel. We base ourselves a few miles from the city at Langue de Barbarie National Park where you can relax on the beach, go fishing or head out bird watching by a dugout canoe.
Weather and road conditions will determine which border we will cross into Mauritania, either at Diama to drive along the piste through Diawling National Park or further inland at the busy Rosso border. Either way, we enter Mauritania and make our way to the capital Nouackchott. The lush jungles of West Africa seem a distant memory as we leave Nouackchott and drive inland into the desert, passing small villages and camel herds as we make our way to Atar. From this oasis town you have the option to explore the surrounding Adrar Plateau by 4x4 vehicle.
Day 52 : Atar To Fes
Location: Fes
From Atar we head west towards the coast again and leave Mauritania for Western Sahara. Be prepared for desert camping with no facilities but incredible starry skies! We may meet other overlanders on their way south as we head north towards Morocco, the final country on our Cape Town to Fes overland expedition.
Our first proper stop in Morocco after driving along the coast and passing Agadir, is Essaouira on the Atlantic where you’ll find great surfing conditions to blow away the dust of the last few days as well as the UNESCO designated old town to wander around. Leaving the beach behind, we drive to one of Morocco’s most iconic cities, Marrakech. We have a few days here to give you time to experience it’s wonderful sites, explore the huge medina and soak up the atmosphere in the famous Djemâa-el-Fna square, either immersing yourself amongst the stallholders and entertainers or from above whilst sipping mint tea on a roof top café overlooking square.
Day 53 : Atar To Fes
Location: Chefchaouen
Heading north, we travel via Casablanca and Rabat to the picturesque town of Chefchaouen in the Rif Mountains. We camp at a spot overlooking this ‘blue’ city, famous for it’s blue-washed walls and cobbled streets. The pace is a little slower here than busy Marrakech and you have time to wander the alleyways and explore the 15th century Kasbah. Nearing journey’s end, we travel to the Roman ruins at Volubilis where you can explore this huge site and learn about the Roman city that thrived here over a thousand years ago.
Day 54 : Atar To Fes
Location: Fes
A short drive away is our final destination, the city of Fes. After 23 weeks of travelling across the vast African continent from South Africa to Morocco, it’s hard to believe our journey is over! We end with an included tour through the narrow streets of the vast bazaar where you can sample local fare, shop for souvenirs, observe the tanneries and dye pits at work and visit beautiful mosques before our farewell dinner.
Day 55 : Atar To Fes
Location: Fes
Your trip will finish in Fes after breakfast. Please make sure you allow a good few days after our scheduled arrival to look around Fes some more and to allow for any possible delays en-route.
Day 57 : Atar To Fes
Location: Fes
From Atar we head west towards the coast again and leave Mauritania for Western Sahara. Be prepared for desert camping with no facilities but incredible starry skies! We may meet other overlanders on their way south as we head north towards Morocco, the final country on our Cape Town to Fes overland expedition. Our first proper stop in Morocco after driving along the coast and passing Agadir, is Essaouira on the Atlantic where you’ll find great surfing conditions to blow away the dust of the last few days as well as the UNESCO designated old town to wander around. Leaving the beach behind, we drive to one of Morocco’s most iconic cities, Marrakech. We have a few days here to give you time to experience it’s wonderful sites, explore the huge medina and soak up the atmosphere in the famous Djemâa-el-Fna square, either immersing yourself amongst the stallholders and entertainers or from above whilst sipping mint tea on a roof top café overlooking square. Heading north, we travel via Casablanca and Rabat to the picturesque town of Chefchaouen in the Rif Mountains. We camp at a spot overlooking this ‘blue’ city, famous for it’s blue-washed walls and cobbled streets. The pace is a little slower here than busy Marrakech and you have time to wander the alleyways and explore the 15th century Kasbah. Nearing journey’s end, we travel to the Roman ruins at Volubilis where you can explore this huge site and learn about the Roman city that thrived here over a thousand years ago. A short drive away is our final destination, the city of Fes. After 23 weeks of travelling across the vast African continent from South Africa to Morocco, it’s hard to believe our journey is over! We end with an included tour through the narrow streets of the vast bazaar where you can sample local fare, shop for souvenirs, observe the tanneries and dye pits at work and visit beautiful mosques before our farewell dinner.
Day 66 :
Location: Chefchaouen
Heading north, we travel via Casablanca and Rabat to the picturesque town of Chefchaouen in the Rif Mountains. We camp at a spot overlooking this ‘blue’ city, famous for its blue-washed walls and cobbled streets. The pace is a little slower here than busy Marrakech and you have time to wander the alleyways and explore the 15th century Kasbah.
Day 67 :
Location: Volubilis
Nearing journey’s end, we travel to the Roman ruins at Volubilis where you can explore this huge site and learn about the Roman city that thrived here over a thousand years ago.
Day 68 :
Location: Fes
A short drive away is our final destination, the city of Fes. After 23 weeks of travelling across the vast African continent from South Africa to Morocco, it’s hard to believe our journey is over! We end with an included tour through the narrow streets of the vast bazaar where you can sample local fare, shop for souvenirs, observe the tanneries and dye pits at work and visit beautiful mosques before our farewell dinner.
Day 69 :
Location: Fes
Your trip will finish in Fes after breakfast. Please make sure you allow a good few days after our scheduled arrival to look around Fes some more and to allow for any possible delays en-route.
Day 75 : Fes
Location: Fes
Your trip will finish in Fes after breakfast. Please make sure you allow a good few days after our scheduled arrival to look around Fes some more and to allow for any possible delays en-route.
Day 75 : Fes
Location: Fes
Accommodation Name: camp
Your trip will finish in Fes after breakfast. Please make sure you allow a good few days after our scheduled arrival to look around Fes some more and to allow for any possible delays en-route.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Accommodation - 100% camping
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Kakum National Park
Kakum National Park canopy walk
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Cape Coast Castle
Entry into Cape Coast Castle
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Notre-Dame de la Paix
Entry into Yamoussoukro's Notre-Dame de la Paix, the world’s largest basilica
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Tiwai Island Wildlife Sanctuary
Tiwai Island Wildlife Sanctuary
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Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary
Guided walk and entry to Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary
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Volubilis
Guided tour of Volubilis
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Fes
Guided tour of Fes
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Meals
Meals - approx. 65%
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Transport
All transport on Oasis Expedition Truck
What's Not Included
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Visas
Visas
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Local Payment
Local Payment of USD1150 (2025) payable at the start of the trip
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Optional Excursions
Optional Excursions as listed in the Pre-Departure Information
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Flights
Flights
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Airport Taxes and Transfers
Airport Taxes & Transfers
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Travel Insurance
Travel Insurance
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Meals
Meals - approx.
35% -
Drinks
Drinks
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Tips
Tips
Mode of Transport
Travel comfortably on an Oasis Expedition Truck, with all road tolls and ferry crossings included, ensuring a seamless journey through diverse landscapes and remote villages.
Accommodation
Experience the great outdoors with 100% camping accommodation throughout the tour, providing an authentic and immersive adventure in various stunning locations across Africa.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation can I expect during the tour?
The tour provides 100% camping accommodation throughout, offering an authentic and immersive adventure in various stunning locations across Africa.
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What kind of transport will be used during the tour?
You will travel comfortably on an Oasis Expedition Truck, with all road tolls and ferry crossings included, ensuring a seamless journey through diverse landscapes and remote villages.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Approximately 65% of the meals are included in the tour package. The remaining 35% of meals are not included and will need to be covered by the participants.
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What are some of the key activities included in the tour?
Key activities include a canopy walk at Kakum National Park, entry into Cape Coast Castle, a guided walk and entry to Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary, and guided tours of Volubilis and Fes.
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Are there any additional costs not covered by the tour package?
Yes, additional costs not covered by the tour package include visas, a local payment of USD 1150 payable at the start of the trip, optional excursions, flights, airport taxes and transfers, travel insurance, drinks, and tips.
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What should I expect in terms of itinerary changes?
The itinerary is a rough guide and may change due to various factors such as visa availability, road conditions, political unrest, and weather conditions. This is part of the experience of traveling through West Africa.
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What kind of wildlife experiences are included in the tour?
Wildlife experiences include visiting the Tiwai Island Wildlife Sanctuary to search for rare pygmy hippopotamuses and various primates, and a guided walk at the Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary to meet rescued chimps.
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What kind of cultural experiences can I expect on this tour?
Cultural experiences include navigating Kejetia Market in Kumasi, visiting the National Cultural Centre to learn about Ashanti culture, exploring the medinas, souks, and kasbahs in Morocco, and enjoying Senegalese food and music.
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What kind of physical activities are involved in the tour?
Physical activities include hiking through tropical forests and waterfalls on the Fouta Djalon plateau, trekking into the rainforest in Parque Nacional de Cantanhez, and exploring the Adrar Plateau by 4x4 vehicle.
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What is the final destination of the tour?
The final destination of the tour is the city of Fes in Morocco, where the journey concludes with a guided tour through the narrow streets of the vast bazaar.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Yes, if you are travelling solo. On our Overland Adventures and Ultimate Expeditions, we will pair you up with a tent buddy of the same sex when we camp and the same goes for twin & shared rooms in hostels, so there is no need to go it alone! If you specifically would like to request your own single room whilst on the trip, this may be requested subject to availability and additional fee.
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How many people do you take on your Trips?
On most of our Overland Adventures and Ultimate Expeditions our vehicles can carry a maximum of 24 travellers, the average however is around 16-20 on any one trip. Our Small Group Adventures have a maximum of 18 people per Tour Leader, although again the average is around 10-14 people.
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Low Deposit
Oasis Overland requires a minimum deposit of 400 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 70 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of oasis overland charges.
Up to 70 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 69 days before tour starts: Forfeit 65% of booking price.
At 39 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.