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Origin
Journey
Nairobi to Lusaka through Tanzania
The opening chapter follows Namanga, Arusha, Babati, Dodoma, Iringa, Mbeya, Tunduma, Isoka, Chinsali, and Kapiri Mposhi before Lusaka.
Firsthand material by Liv Kenya
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Travel leg
Nairobi to Lusaka through Tanzania
Timing is variable; use times only as broad guidance.
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Transfer point
Namanga border
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Home Base
Arusha
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Babati
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Dodoma
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Iringa
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Mbeya
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Transfer point
Tunduma–Nakonde border
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Town / locality
Isoka
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Town / locality
Chinsali
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Kapiri Mposhi junction
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Further viewing
See this Journey on the ground
Featured video
Start of an Epic Journey Across Africa | Episode 1 (Kenya)
Video by Liv Kenya
The departure from Nairobi, the Namanga crossing, Arusha, and the first Tanzanian camp establish the scale of the loop.
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We Experience Our First Challenges in Tanzania | Episode 2
Video by Liv Kenya
The road through Magugu and Babati shows how the central Tanzanian stage unfolded between planned destinations.
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We Had to Camp at the Border | Episode 3 (Tanzania 2)
Video by Liv Kenya
Iringa, the Mbeya highlands, and the final approach toward Tunduma appear as lived parts of the southbound road.
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Worst Roads on This Journey | Episode 4 (Zambia)
Video by Liv Kenya
The Tunduma–Nakonde crossing and the long drive through Isoka, Chinsali, and Kapiri Mposhi lead into Lusaka.