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2019 Safari Adventure begins Catalogue where the beaten road Zambia - Botswana - Zimbabwe - ends Malawi 1
Safari Catalogue 2019 Mobile Safaris - Page 3 Extensions - Page 36 Safari Packages “Fly & Lodge” - Page 46 Motorcycle Safaris - Pag. 59 2
Mobile Safaris Our contemporary interpretation of the early explorers’ expeditions, where “luxury” is defined by the experience of exclusivity and the overwhelming feeling of being surrounded by kilometres of unexplored bush teeming with wildlife. The light of a campfire to provide you with warmth after sunset, millions of stars for a ceiling and the sounds of wilderness to accompany your dreams. Our Mobile Safaris begin where the beaten roads end. Our expert guides will lead you to discover the best, most secluded and wildest areas of the National Parks. You will live an unforgettable experience in close contact with the most pristine African nature, hundreds of kilometres away from civilisation as you know it. Our Mobile Safaris use specially modified 4x4 vehicles that can host up to 9 passengers plus 2 staff members and that guarantee excellent visibility to all participants during game-viewing activities. All vehicles have sides made of canvas that can be closed during transfers to offer better protection from the wind and completely removed during game-viewing activities. Nights during Mobile Safaris can be either camping or lodging. Each safari is guided by a professional local guide (English speaking) and a chef, to maximise your experience. Our Mobile Safaris are usually “Non-Participative“: guests don’t have to worry about any of the bothering activities usually associated with camping (such as setting up and taking down tents, stretcher beds, cooking or cleaning). Safari Vehicle Camping in Lower Zambezi Camping is done in large sized (3x3x2mt) dome tents equipped with stretcher beds or mattresses and sleeping bags, while lodging safaris make use of strategically located, comfortable, mid-range accommodations. Meals are prepared by our accompanying chef directly on the campfire inside the National Parks, while your guides will be able to indicate the best restaurants for you to eat in every major city. Unless specified otherwise, all our Mobile Safaris are subject to the following inclusions / exclusions Standard Inclusions Standard Exclusions • All accommodations indicated in the • International flights itinerary, with the specified arrangements • Alcoholic beverages • All meals specified in the itinerary • Visas • Vehicle, fuel, certified professional local • Activities not offered by African View Tours guide (english speaking), chef ad Safaris and not specified in the itinerary • Al Park Entry fees / specified as “optional” • All game-viewing activities specified in the • Personal comprehensive insurance itinerary • Personal expenses • Tips (Tips are not compulsory, but always welcomed. We suggest: 5 US$ per day per person /couple for the chef, 10 US$ per day per person /couple for the local guide, on discretion for the international guide, when present) • Anything not stated under “standard inclusions” 4 Camping in South Luangwa
MOBILE SAFARIS Land Cruiser - Set up 1 Hilux - Set up 1 Lunch5 break in the Luangwa river Camping in equipped areas
Choice of the destination Zambia: Zambia is one of the most uncontaminated countries of the region, both from a naturalistic and cultural perspective. Zambian National Parks are among the less touristic parks of all Africa, still largely wild and unexplored: for these reasons they are considered the best National Parks for game- viewing activities. In Zambia, thanks to the scarce presence of tourists and the extraordinary abundance of wildlife, you will live unforgettable experiences in direct contact with nature and really close encounters with untamed wildlife. Zambian National Parks are among the best preserved in Africa and every year they win international awards such as “Park with the lowest CO2 footprint worldwide” and “Most eco-sustainable Park in Africa”. Zambia is also the country that offers the widest range of game-viewing activities: Game-drives, walking safaris, night-drives, canoe safaris, boat safaris, etc. and is considered heaven for leopards lovers and birdwatchers, due to their abundances and ease of sighting. From a cultural standpoint, Zambian population is very open and friendly and this country offers genuine local interactions without risks or hassles. However, Zambia is also a very vast country so, unfortunately, travelling by road between National Parks and other touristic attractions can involve long transfers. Moreover, the wild conditions of its Parks and roads can really take a toll on the vehicles, so it’s always necessary to carry your sense of adventure with you. Most suitable for: Real adventurers, people wishing to live extraordinary safari experiences. Real wildlife lovers (especially felines) who do not want a Safari “suitable for everyone”. Those who are not afraid of facing long road transfers in order to live more genuine and uncontaminated wilderness experiences. Those travellers with a sense of adventure who do not get turned down by potential hiccups along the way. Less suitable for: People who prefer short transfers and mainly on tarmac road. Those who are afraid of travelling in areas with no phone signal. Those who cannot give up electricity not even for a day or two. Botswana: Universally renown as the African country that hosts the largest elephant population, Botswana sets the scene for unforgettable adventures far from the more touristic destinations. Nature in Botswana, green and rich in the northern region and desert and arid in the Kalahari and the Pans, is wild and extremely well kept, even though in the latest years some areas have opened to more mass-tourism. Mobile Safaris conducted in the northern regions of the country offer the possibility to conduct “wild camping” experiences, that is camping in wild, unfenced areas that are not equipped with running Zimbabwe: water, bathrooms nor electricity. Also, each park merges into the next, allowing visitors to live for days Zimbabwe is a Country that offers unspoiled landscapes, breathtaking National Parks, history and in close contact with nature, without seeing any sign of civilisation. Through the arid areas, however, culture in a single destination: its parks, such as Hwange and Mana Pools, provide very high level distances can be wide and therefore transfers can be quite long. safari experiences, thanks to the richness and abundance of wildlife and the possibility to spot all of the Big5, while its archeological sites patronaged by UNESCO offer a unique insight to the pre- Most suitable for: colonial history of Southern Africa. Bush lovers and “wild camping” lovers. Game-drive lovers (walking safaris as well as night drives are In Zimbabwe, we offer a Mobile Safari that is suitable for all travellers, regardless of their level of not allowed in the most of the Country) and, generally speaking, wildlife enthusiasts. Some of the arid experience, with short transfers on tarmac toads and nights in mid-rage, but nice lodges. destinations (Central Kalahari, Pans and Nata) are also particularly suitable for people seeking unusual sightings: desert lions, never-ending landscapes, arid-habitat wildlife, etc. Most suitable for: Travellers who want a more comprehensive type of Safari, conjugating nature, history and culture in Less suitable for: a single Tour. Those who want to transfer only on tarmac roads. Those afraid of travelling for many days in areas without mobile phone network. Those who cannot stay for several days in a row without electricity Less suitable for: and running water. Those who are exclusively focussed on wildlife. People looking for a more adventurous Safari 6
Mobile Safaris Index ZAMBIA Cultural Expeditions Itinerary Accommodation Pag. Itinerary Accommodation Pag. Likumbi Lya Mize The Best of Zambia Lodge 8 (Victoria Falls -Ngonye Falls - Likumbi Lya Mize Mainly Lodge 28 (Victoria Falls - Lake Kariba - Lower Zambezi N.P. - Ceremony - Kafue N.P.) South Luangwa N.P.) Camping and Lodge 10 Kulamba Lodge 30 Lodge 12 (South Luangwa N.P. - Kulamba Ceremony) Emotions from the Bush (Lower Zambezi N.P. - South Luangwa N.P.) Camping and Lodge 14 Three Parks (Kafue N.P. - Lower Zambezi N.P. - South Luangwa N.P.) Lodge Camping and Lodge 16 18 BOTSWANA Itinerary Accommodation Pag. Northern Route (Kasanka N.P. -Mutinondo - Shiwa N’gadu - North Camping and Lodge 20 Wild Bush Luangwa N.P. - South Luangwa N.P.) Camping 32 (Chobe N.P. -Savuti -Moremi G.R.) Western Route Wild Desert (Kafue N.P. - Liuwa Plains N.P. - Ngonye Falls - Camping and Lodge 21 (Central Kalahari G.R. - Nhxai Pan / Makgadigadi Pan Camping 33 Victoria Falls) - Nata) Complete Kafue Camping 22 ZIMBABWE (Kafue N.P.) Lodge 24 Complete South Luangwa (South Luangwa N.P.) Camping and Lodge 25 Itinerary Accommodation Pag. Lodge 26 Magical Zimbabwe Complete Lower Zambezi (Lower Zambezi N.P.) (Victoria Falls- Hwange N.P. - Matopo Hills N.P. - Lodge 34 Camping 27 Masvingo / Great Zimbabwe) 7
ZAMBIA The Best of Zambia: Lodging SAFARI OVERVIEW Days: 14 Type of vehicle: 4x4 Safari Vehicle (max. 9 passengers + 2 staff), removable canvas sides for excellent visibility during game-drives No. of Participants: 2-9 Staff: English-speaking professional guide – Chef Meals: Specified in the itinerary as: B(reakfast) / L(unch) / D(inner) Start: Livingstone End: Lusaka Accommodation: All in mid-range lodges Possible additions: Domestic flight from Mfuwe to Lusaka on the last day (+ US$ 300,00 per person) DETAILED ITINERARY Day 1: Livingstone Upon arrival at Livingstone international airport, you will be assisted in final preparations (local SIM card, forex, etc.) before your Safari starts. Transfer to Olga’s guesthouse. Dinner in Livingstone not included. -/-/- Day 2: Victoria Falls and Mosi-Oa-Tunya N.P. Breakfast and guided tour of the Victoria Falls from the Zambian side. Victoria Falls Return to Livingstone for lunch (not included) and afternoon Rhino Game Drive in the Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park aiming to find the last remaining white Rhinos in Zambia. Own arrangements for dinner and night at the lodge. Day 5: Lake Kariba - Lower Zambezi Valley Day 6: Lower Zambezi Valley B/-/- Breakfast at the lodge and guided tour of the Kariba Dam. after the visit, Breakfast, followed by a 3,5 hours canoe safari on the river to let you continue to the Lower Zambezi Valley (approx. 100km of tarmac road + experience the sensation of the first explorers visiting this part of the world. 15km of gravel road) and check-in at Kiambi Safari Lodge; accommodation (NOTE: the canoe safari requires confidence with water and an average Day 3: Livingstone –Free day in in en-suite Safari tent overlooking the Zambezi river. physical condition. A guide will be on the first canoe, all other canoes are Free day dedicated to optional activities that can be booked in advance or paddled directly by the participants. Minimum age: 15 years. No previous The Lower Zambezi Valley is renowned for its breath-taking views and for directly on site. Night at Olga’s guesthouse and dinner in Livingstone. canoeing experience required). Return to the lodge, lunch and afternoon the abundance of wildlife that lives along the shores of the Zambezi river. C/-/- This valley hosts both the Lower Zambezi National Park (on the Zambian sunset cruise on the Zambezi river. Dinner at the lodge and night lodging. shores) and Mana Pools National Park (on the Zimbabwean shores) B/L/D creating a vast protected area where animals are free to roam without Day 4: Livingstone – Lake Kariba boundaries. This area deserves to be visited both by river and by land in After breakfast, departure for a long transfer mainly on tarmac road order to fully understand the wild beauty of this place. Lower Zambezi (approximately 6 hours) to Siavonga, on Lake Kariba. Accommodation is at National Park is the most recent park in Zambia and one of the wildest and Lake Kariba Inns in en-suite rooms. Lunch (not included) along the way most picturesque in the whole Africa. (your guides will point fast-foods and savers where you can eat while Lunch at the lodge and afternoon sunset cruise on the Zambezi river. refuelling). Dinner at the lodge in a beautiful terrace overlooking the lake. Dinner at the lodge and night lodging. C/-/- B/L/D 8
ZAMBIA Day 9: Mfuwe – South Luangwa National Park Mfuwe is the closest village from where to access South Luangwa National Park. Even though it is very close to such an internationally acclaimed attraction, it still maintains the spirit and looks of a traditional Zambian village. To reach Mfuwe we will proceed for approximately 350km of tarmac road (approx. 5 hours), passing the capitol of the north-eastern province: Chipata, where we will stop for lunch. Once arrived in Mfuwe, we will check in at Marula Lodge, where we will spend the night lodging in en-suite chalets, and if the time allows we will visit the Tribal Textile laboratory. Full board, cooked by the accompanying cook. B/-/D Days 10-11-12: South Luangwa National Park South Luangwa National Park is the most famous of National Parks is Zambia due to the abundance of wildlife and the great opportunities to spot large predators. In addition to a large population of felines (mostly leopards and lions), it is home of a large number of elephants, hippos, buffaloes and numerous endemic species such as Thorncrofft giraffe, Cookson’s wildebeests, Crashway’s zebras. The Luangwa river has the highest concentration of hippos per km2 in the whole Africa and offers great reproduction and hunting ground for many animals, such as fish eagles, jackals hyenas, crocodiles and countless birds. Sunsets on the Luangwa river are unforgettable experiences and the visit to this National Park is consider one of the highlights for any true Africa lover. During your stay, you will have 2 game drives per day and all meals at the camp. Nights will be lodging at Marula Lodge with a full-board arrangement, cooked by the accompanying cook. B/L/D Day 13: Mfuwe - Lusaka Early wake and breakfast and at 06.00 a.m. we will start a very long return transfer on tarmac road to Lusaka (700km, approx. 10 hours), where we South Luangwa National Park will spend the night in a good level hotel. We will stop for lunch in a traditional restaurant where you will enjoy the traditional Zambian meal: Nshima. Dinner (not included) will be at the lodge or in one of the many restaurant of Lusaka for a farewell to Zambia. Day 7: Lower Zambezi Valley Day 8: Petauke B/L/- Free day for optional activities that can be booked in advance or directly at Petauke is a small town located approximately 350km north of Lusaka the lodge. without any particular attraction, but located half-way on the route to South Available activities: Luangwa National Park. To reach it, we must exit the Lower Zambezi Valley Day 14: End of Tour and drive to Lusaka (140km, approx. 2,5 hours, all tarmac road), where we • Full day Game Drive in the Lower Zambezi National Park (must be will stop for supplies. From there, we will travel north-east for approximately Breakfast at the lodge. Based on return flight, you will be taken to the booked in advanced) 350km on a scenic road crossing the mountains (approx. 5 hours) to reach airport. End of arrangements. • Half / Full day canoe safari Petauke, where we will lodge at Chimwemwe Executive Lodge. Dinner is at -/-/- the restaurant of the Lodge (not included). • Half / Full day rover boat safari B/-/- • Half / Full day Fishing (seasonal) • Local village tour B/L/D 9
ZAMBIA The Best of Zambia: Camping and Lodging SAFARI OVERVIEW Days: 14 Type of vehicle: 4x4 Safari Vehicle (max. 9 passengers + 2 staff), removable canvas sides for excellent visibility during game-drives No. of Participants: 2-9 Staff: English-speaking professional guide – Chef Meals: Specified in the itinerary as: B(reakfast) / L(unch) / D(inner) Start: Livingstone End: Lusaka Accommodation: Lodging in the main cities (Livingstone - Siavonga - Petauke - Lusaka) - Camping in the National Parks Possible additions: Domestic flight from Mfuwe to Lusaka on the last day (+ US$ 300,00 per person) DETAILED ITINERARY Day 1: Livingstone Upon arrival at Livingstone international airport, you will be assisted in final preparations (local SIM card, forex, etc.) before your Safari starts. Transfer to Olga’s guesthouse. Dinner in Livingstone not included. -/-/- Day 2: Victoria Falls and Mosi-Oa-Tunya N.P. Breakfast and guided tour of the Victoria Falls from the Zambian side. Return to Livingstone for lunch (not included) and afternoon Rhino Game Drive in the Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park aiming to find the last remaining South Luangwa National Park white Rhinos in Zambia. Own arrangements for dinner and night at the lodge. Day 5: Lake Kariba - Lower Zambezi Valley Lunch and afternoon sunset cruise on the Zambezi river. Dinner by the B/-/- campfire and night camping. Breakfast at the lodge and guided tour of the Kariba Dam. after the visit, continue to the Lower Zambezi Valley (approx. 100km of tarmac road + B/L/D Day 3: Livingstone – Free day 15km of gravel road) and check-in at Kiambi Safari Lodge; accommodation Free day dedicated to optional activities that can be booked in advance or in Camping in a fully equipped camping area with toilets, hot showers, camping bar and swimming pooling overlooking the river. All meals are Day 6: Lower Zambezi Valley directly on site. Night at Olga’s guesthouse and dinner in Livingstone. prepared by our accompanying chef at the campsite area. Breakfast, followed by a 3,5 hours canoe safari on the river to let you C/-/- experience the sensation of the first explorers visiting this part of the world. The Lower Zambezi Valley is renowned for its breath-taking views and for the abundance of wildlife that lives along the shores of the Zambezi river. (NOTE: the canoe safari requires confidence with water and an average Day 4: Livingstone – Lake Kariba This valley hosts both the Lower Zambezi National Park (on the Zambian physical condition. A guide will be on the first canoe, all other canoes are shores) and Mana Pools National Park (on the Zimbabwean shores) paddled directly by the participants. minimum age: 15 years. No previous After breakfast, departure for a long transfer mainly on tarmac road canoeing experience required). Return to our camp, lunch and afternoon creating a vast protected area where animals are free to roam without (approximately 6 hours) to Siavonga, on Lake Kariba. Accommodation is at sunset cruise on the Zambezi river. Dinner by the fire and night camping. boundaries. This area deserves to be visited both by river and by land in Lake Kariba Inns in en-suite rooms. Lunch (not included) along the way order to fully understand the wild beauty of this place. Lower Zambezi B/L/D (your guides will point fast-foods and savers where you can eat while National Park is the most recent park in Zambia and one of the wildest and refuelling). Dinner at the lodge in a beautiful terrace overlooking the lake. most picturesque in the whole Africa. C/-/- 10
Day 9: Mfuwe – South Luangwa National Park Mfuwe is the closest village from where to access South Luangwa National Park. Even though it is very close to such an internationally acclaimed attraction, it still maintains the spirit and looks of a traditional Zambian village. To reach Mfuwe we will proceed for approximately 350km of tarmac road (approx. 5 hours), passing the capitol of the north-eastern province: Chipata, where we will stop for lunch. Once arrived in Mfuwe, we will check in at Marula Lodge, where we will spend the night Camping in a fully equipped camping area with toilets and hot showers, and if the time allows we will visit the Tribal Textile laboratory. Full board, cooked by the accompanying cook. B/-/D Days 10-11-12: South Luangwa National Park South Luangwa National Park is the most famous of National Parks is Zambia due to the abundance of wildlife and the great opportunities to spot large predators. In addition to a large population of felines (mostly leopards and lions), it is home of a large number of elephants, hippos, buffaloes and numerous endemic species such as Thorncrofft giraffe, Cookson’s wildebeests, Crashway’s zebras. The Luangwa river has the highest concentration of hippos per km2 in the whole Africa and offers great reproduction and hunting ground for many animals, such as fish eagles, jackals hyenas, crocodiles and countless birds. Sunsets on the Luangwa river are unforgettable experiences and the visit to this National Park is consider one of the highlights for any true Africa lover. During your stay, you will have 2 game drives per day and all meals at the camp. Nights will be camping at Marula Lodge with a full-board arrangement, cooked by the accompanying cook. B/L/D Day 13: Mfuwe - Lusaka Victoria Falls Early wake and breakfast and at 06.00 a.m. we will start a very long return transfer on tarmac road to Lusaka (700km, approx. 10 hours), where we will spend the night in a good level hotel. We will stop for lunch in a traditional restaurant where you will enjoy the traditional Zambian meal: Nshima. Dinner (not included) will be at the lodge or in one of the many Day 7: Lower Zambezi Valley Day 8: Petauke restaurant of Lusaka for a farewell to Zambia. Free day for optional activities that can be booked in advance or directly at Petauke is a small town located approximately 350 km north of Lusaka B/L/- the lodge. without any particular attraction, but located half-way on the route to South Available activities: Luangwa National Park. To reach it, we must exit the Lower Zambezi Valley and drive to Lusaka (140km, approx. 2,5 hours, all tarmac road), where we Day 14: End of Tour • Full day Game Drive in the Lower Zambezi National Park (must be will stop for supplies. From there, we will travel north-east for approximately booked in advanced) Breakfast at the lodge. Based on return flight, you will be taken to the 350km on a scenic road crossing the mountains (approx. 5 hours) to reach airport. End of arrangements. • Half / Full day canoe safari Petauke, where we will lodge at Chimwemwe Executive Lodge. Dinner is at the restaurant of the Lodge. -/-/- • Half / Full day rover boat safari B/-/- • Half / Full day Fishing (seasonal) • Local village tour B/L/D 11
ZAMBIA Emotions from the Bush: Lodging only SAFARI OVERVIEW Days: 11 Type of vehicle: 4x4 Safari Vehicle (max. 9 passengers + 2 staff), removable canvas sides for excellent visibility during game-drives No. of Participants: 2-9 Staff: English-speaking professional guide – Chef Meals: Specified in the itinerary as: B(reakfast) / L(unch) / D(inner) Start: Lusaka End: Lusaka Accommodation: Lodging Possible additions: Domestic flight from Mfuwe to Lusaka on the last day (+ US$ 300,00 per person) DETAILED ITINERARY Day 1: Lusaka Upon arrival at Lusaka international airport, you will be assisted in final preparations (local SIM card, forex, etc.) before your Safari starts. Transfer to a good level lodge and check-in at Sandy’s Creations. Dinner in Lusaka not included. -/-/- Day 2: Lower Zambezi National Park The Lower Zambezi Valley is renowned for its breath-taking views and for the abundance of wildlife that lives along the shores of the Zambezi river. This valley hosts both the Lower Zambezi National Park (on the Zambian shores) and Mana Pools National Park (on the Zimbabwean shores) creating a vast protected area where animals are free to roam without boundaries. This area deserves to be visited both by river and by land in order to fully understand the wild beauty of this place. Lower Zambezi National Park is the most recent park in Zambia and one of the wildest and most picturesque in the whole Africa. Early morning wake and departure for Chirundu (approximately 140km of tarmac road - 2 hours). Continue into the Lower Zambezi Valley on a difficult village trail for 80km (approx. 3,5 hours) and reach Lower Zambezi Lodge at lunchtime. Check-in in en-suit stone chalet overlooking the Zambezi river. Lunch prepared by our accompanying chef and afternoon Game cruise on the river. Dinner and night in chalet. B/-/D Days 3-4: Lower Zambezi National Park Wake up and sunrise breakfast. Departure for a full-day game drive in the Lower Zambezi National Park with pic-nic lunch inside the park. Return to the lodge by sunset and dinner prepared by our accompanying chef. Night lodging. B/L/D 12 South Luangwa National Park
ZAMBIA Day 5: Lower Zambezi National Park - Lusaka sunrise breakfast and return transfer to Lusaka (approx. 5,5 hours of mixed road: trails + tarmac). Lunch break along the way (Tiffany’s Canyon) or upon reaching Lusaka, depending on the time. On arrival, check- in in a good level hotel and rest of the day available for relax. Dinner (not included) at the lodge or in one of the men restaurants of Lusaka). B/-/- Day 6: Lusaka - Mfuwe – South Luangwa National Park Mfuwe is the closest village from where to access South Luangwa National Park. Even though it is very close to such an internationally acclaimed attraction, it still maintains the spirit and looks of a traditional Zambian village. To reach Mfuwe we will have a very long (full day - approx. 10+ hours / 700km) transfer on tarmac road with a lunch break along the way. Once arrived in Mfuwe, we will check in at Marula Lodge, where we will spend the night lodging in en-suite chalet. Full board, cooked by the accompanying cook. B/-/D Days 7-8-9: South Luangwa National Park South Luangwa National Park is the most famous of National Parks is Zambia due to the abundance of wildlife and the great opportunities to spot large predators. In addition to a large population of felines (mostly leopards and lions), it is home of a large number of elephants, hippos, buffaloes and numerous endemic species such as Thorncrofft giraffe, Cookson’s wildebeests, Crashway’s zebras. The Luangwa river has the highest concentration of hippos per km2 in the whole Africa and offers great reproduction and hunting ground for many animals, such as fish eagles, jackals hyenas, crocodiles and countless birds. Sunsets on the Luangwa river are unforgettable experiences and the visit to this National Park is consider one of the highlights for any true Africa lover. During your stay, you will have 2 game drives per day and all meals at the camp. Nights will be lodging at Marula Lodge with a full-board arrangement, cooked by the accompanying cook. B/L/D Day 10: Mfuwe - Lusaka Early wake and breakfast and at 06.00 a.m. we will start a very long return transfer on tarmac road to Lusaka (700km, approx. 10 hours), where we will spend the night in a good level hotel. We will stop for lunch in a traditional restaurant where you will enjoy the traditional Zambian meal: Nshima. Dinner (not included) will be at the lodge or in one of the many restaurant of Lusaka for a farewell to Zambia. B/L/- Day 11: End of Tour Breakfast at the lodge. Based on return flight, you will be taken to the airport. End of arrangements. -/-/- 13 Marula Lodge
Emotions from the Bush: ZAMBIA Camping and Lodging SAFARI OVERVIEW Days: 11 Type of vehicle: 4x4 Safari Vehicle (max. 9 passengers + 2 staff), removable canvas sides for excellent visibility during game-drives OR minibus for transfers + game-viewer vehicle for activities No. of Participants: 2-9 Staff: English-speaking professional guide – Chef Meals: Specified in the itinerary as: B(reakfast) / L(unch) / D(inner) Start: Lusaka End: Lusaka Accommodation: Lodging in the main cities (Lusaka - Petauke) - Camping in the National Parks Possible additions: Domestic flight from Mfuwe to Lusaka on the last day (+ US$ 300,00 per person) DETAILED ITINERARY Day 1: Lusaka Upon arrival at Lusaka international airport, you will be assisted in final preparations (local SIM card, forex, etc.) before your Safari starts. Transfer to a good level lodge and check-in at Sandy’s Creations. Dinner in Lusaka not included. -/-/- Day 2: Lower Zambezi National Park Breakfast at the lodge. Transfer to the Lower Zambezi Valley (140km of tarmac road followed by 15km of gravel, approx. 2,5 hours) and check-in at Kiambi Safari Lodge; accommodation in Camping in a fully equipped camping area with toilets, hot showers, camping bar and swimming pooling overlooking the river. All meals are prepared by our accompanying chef at the campsite area. The Lower Zambezi Valley is renowned for its breath-taking views and for the abundance of wildlife that lives along the shores of the Zambezi river. This valley hosts both the Lower Zambezi National Park (on the Zambian shores) and Mana Pools National Park (on the Zimbabwean shores) creating a vast protected area where animals are free to roam without boundaries. This area deserves to be visited both by river and by land in order to fully understand the wild beauty of this place. Lower Zambezi National Park is the most recent park in Zambia and one of the wildest and most picturesque in the whole Africa. Lunch and afternoon sunset cruise on the Zambezi river. Dinner by the campfire and night camping. B/L/D Day 3: Lower Zambezi Valley Breakfast, followed by a 3,5 hours canoe safari on the river to let you experience the sensation of the first explorers visiting this part of the world. (NOTE: the canoe safari requires confidence with water and an average physical condition. A guide will be on the first canoe, all other canoes are paddled directly by the participants. Minimum age: 15 years. No previous canoeing experience required). Return to the lodge, lunch and afternoon sunset cruise on the Zambezi river. Dinner at the lodge and night camping. B/L/D 14 South Luangwa National Park
ZAMBIA Day 4: Lower Zambezi Valley Free day for optional activities that can be booked in advance or directly at the lodge. Available activities: • Full day Game Drive in the Lower Zambezi National Park (must be booked in advanced) • Half / Full day canoe safari • Half / Full day rover boat safari • Half / Full day Fishing (seasonal) • Local village tour B/L/D Day 5: Petauke Petauke is a small town located approximately 350 km north of Lusaka without any particular attraction, but located half-way on the route to South Luangwa National Park. To reach it, we must exit the Lower Zambezi Valley and drive to Lusaka (140km, approx. 2,5 hours, all tarmac road), where we will stop for supplies. From there, we will travel north-east for approximately 350km on a scenic road crossing the mountains (approx. 5 hours) to reach Petauke, where we will lodge at Chimwemwe Executive Lodge. Dinner is at the restaurant of the Lodge. B/-/- Day 6: Mfuwe – South Luangwa National Park Mfuwe is the closest village from where to access South Luangwa National Park. Even though it is very close to such an internationally acclaimed attraction, it still maintains the spirit and looks of a traditional Zambian village. To reach Mfuwe we will proceed for approximately 350km of tarmac road (approx. 5 hours), passing the capitol of the north-eastern province: Chipata, where we will stop for lunch. Once arrived in Mfuwe, we will check in at Marula Lodge, where we will spend the night Camping in a fully equipped camping area with toilets and hot showers, and if the time allows we will visit the Tribal Textile laboratory. Full board, cooked by the accompanying cook. B/-/D Days 7-8-9: South Luangwa National Park South Luangwa National Park is the most famous of National Parks is Zambia due to the abundance of wildlife and the great opportunities to spot large predators. In addition to a large population of felines (mostly leopards and lions), it is home of a large number of elephants, hippos, buffaloes and numerous endemic species such as Thorncrofft giraffe, Cookson’s wildebeests, Crashway’s zebras. The Luangwa river has the highest concentration of hippos per km2 in the whole Africa and offers great reproduction and hunting ground for many animals, such as fish eagles, jackals hyenas, crocodiles and countless birds. Sunsets on the Luangwa river are unforgettable experiences and the visit to this National Park is consider one of the highlights for any true Africa lover. During your stay, you will have 2 game drives per day and all meals at the camp. Nights will be camping at Marula Lodge with a full-board arrangement, cooked by the accompanying cook. B/L/D Day 10: Mfuwe - Lusaka Early wake and breakfast and at 06.00 a.m. we will start a very long return transfer on tarmac road to Lusaka (700km, approx. 10 hours), where we will spend the night in a good level hotel. We will stop for lunch in a traditional restaurant where you will enjoy the traditional Zambian meal: Nshima. Dinner (not included) will be at the lodge or in one of the many restaurant of Lusaka for a farewell to Zambia. B/L/- Day 11: End of Tour Breakfast at the lodge. Based on return flight, you will be taken to the airport. End of arrangements. -/-/- 15 North Luangwa National Park
ZAMBIA Three Parks: Lodging only SAFARI OVERVIEW Days: 14 Type of vehicle: 4x4 Safari Vehicle (max. 9 passengers + 2 staff), removable canvas sides for excellent visibility during game-drives No. of Participants: 2-9 Staff: English-speaking professional guide – Chef Meals: Specified in the itinerary as: B(reakfast) / L(unch) / D(inner) Start: Lusaka End: Lusaka Accommodation: Lodging Possible additions: Domestic flight from Mfuwe to Lusaka on the last day (+ US$ 300,00 per person) DETAILED ITINERARY Day 1: Lusaka Upon arrival at Lusaka international airport, you will be assisted in final preparations (local SIM card, forex, etc.) before your Safari starts. Transfer to a good level lodge and check-in at Sandy’s Creations. Dinner in Lusaka not included. -/-/- Kafue National Park Day 2: Kafue National Park the Plains in a good time to guarantee good game-viewing Kiambi Safari Lodge; accommodation in in en-suite Safari tent overlooking Kafue National Park, extending for 22,400 km2, is Africa’s second largest occasions.Return to Camp approximately by 17,00). Evenings will be spent the Zambezi river. Dinner at the lodge. National Park and is characterised by many different eco-systems and around the campfire and night lodging. B/-/D sceneries. From the southern Nanzhila Plains, to the lake habitat of Itezhi- tezhi, to the fit bush and Miombo forest up to the northern Busanga plains. B/L/D During your Safari in the park, you will visit the northern sector, lodging Day 6: Lower Zambezi Valley close to the rapids on the Lufupa River and conduct numerous Game Day 5: Kafue - Lower Zambezi Valley Breakfast, followed by a 3,5 hours canoe safari on the river to let you Drives in the area, including a visit to the world famous Busanga Plains. The Lower Zambezi Valley is renowned for its breath-taking views and for experience the sensation of the first explorers visiting this part of the world. Early morning departure with packed breakfast along the way. We will the abundance of wildlife that lives along the shores of the Zambezi river. (NOTE: the canoe safari requires confidence with water and an average reach Mapunga Bush Camp after approximately 5 hours and check-in in This valley hosts both the Lower Zambezi National Park (on the Zambian physical condition. A guide will be on the first canoe, all other canoes are en-suite safari tents. Lunch is prepared on arrival by our accompanying shores) and Mana Pools National Park (on the Zimbabwean shores) paddled directly by the participants. Minimum age: 15 years. No previous chef. Afternoon Game drive and return to camp around sunset. Dinner creating a vast protected area where animals are free to roam without canoeing experience required). Return to the lodge, lunch and afternoon prepared by our accompanying chef and night lodging. boundaries. This area deserves to be visited both by river and by land in sunset cruise on the Zambezi river. Dinner at the lodge and night lodging. B/L/D order to fully understand the wild beauty of this place. Lower Zambezi B/L/D National Park is the most recent park in Zambia and one of the wildest and most picturesque in the whole Africa. Days 3-4: Kafue National Park Early wake and sunrise breakfast. Return transfer to Lusaka where we will Days entirely dedicated to game-viewing activities in the Kafue National reach around lunchtime. Break in Lusaka for lunch and supplies in a Park: ether 2 Game drives per day (sunrise and afternoon) or a full-day shopping area. After lunch, we will proceed for the Lower Zambezi Valley game drive reaching the world famous Busanga Plains (NOTE: for this (approx. 140km of tarmac road + 15km of gravel road) and check-in at activity it is necessary to leave very early, by 05.00 a.m. in order to reach 16
ZAMBIA Day 9: Mfuwe – South Luangwa National Park Mfuwe is the closest village from where to access South Luangwa National Park. Even though it is very close to such an internationally acclaimed attraction, it still maintains the spirit and looks of a traditional Zambian village. To reach Mfuwe we will proceed for approximately 350km of tarmac road (approx. 5 hours), passing the capitol of the north-eastern province: Chipata, where we will stop for lunch. Once arrived in Mfuwe, we will check in at Marula Lodge, where we will spend the night lodging in en-suite chalets, and if the time allows we will visit the Tribal Textile laboratory. Full board, cooked by the accompanying cook. B/-/D Days 10-11-12: South Luangwa National Park South Luangwa National Park is the most famous of National Parks is Zambia due to the abundance of wildlife and the great opportunities to spot large predators. In addition to a large population of felines (mostly leopards and lions), it is home of a large number of elephants, hippos, buffaloes and numerous endemic species such as Thorncrofft giraffe, Cookson’s wildebeests, Crashway’s zebras. The Luangwa river has the highest concentration of hippos per km2 in the whole Africa and offers great reproduction and hunting ground for many animals, such as fish eagles, jackals hyenas, crocodiles and countless birds. Sunsets on the Luangwa river are unforgettable experiences and the visit to this National Park is consider one of the highlights for any true Africa lover. During your stay, you will have 2 game drives per day and all meals at the camp. Nights will be lodging at Marula Lodge with a full-board arrangement, cooked by the accompanying cook. B/L/D Day 13: Mfuwe - Lusaka Early wake and breakfast and at 06.00 a.m. we will start a very long return transfer on tarmac road to Lusaka (700km, approx. 10 hours), where we will spend the night in a good level hotel. We will stop for lunch in a Lower Zambezi National Park traditional restaurant where you will enjoy the traditional Zambian meal: Nshima. Dinner (not included) will be at the lodge or in one of the many restaurant of Lusaka for a farewell to Zambia. Day 7: Lower Zambezi Valley Day 8: Petauke B/L/- Free day for optional activities that can be booked in advance or directly at Petauke is a small town located approximately 350 km north of Lusaka the lodge. without any particular attraction, but located half-way on the route to South Available activities: Luangwa National Park. To reach it, we must exit the Lower Zambezi Valley Day 14: End of Tour and drive to Lusaka (140km, approx. 2,5 hours, all tarmac road), where we Breakfast at the lodge. Based on return flight, you will be taken to the • Full day Game Drive in the Lower Zambezi National Park (must be will stop for supplies. From there, we will travel north-east for approximately booked in advanced) airport. End of arrangements. 350km on a scenic road crossing the mountains (approx. 5 hours) to reach • Half / Full day canoe safari Petauke, where we will lodge at Chimwemwe Executive Lodge. Dinner is at -/-/- the restaurant of the Lodge. • Half / Full day rover boat safari B/-/- • Half / Full day Fishing (seasonal) • Local village tour B/L/D 17
ZAMBIA Three Parks: Camping and Lodging SAFARI OVERVIEW Days: 14 Type of vehicle: 4x4 Safari Vehicle (max. 9 passengers + 2 staff), removable canvas sides for excellent visibility during game-drives No. of Participants: 2-9 Staff: English-speaking professional guide – Chef Meals: Specified in the itinerary as: B(reakfast) / L(unch) / D(inner) Start: Lusaka End: Lusaka Accommodation: Lodging in the main cities (Lusaka - Petauke) - Camping in the National Parks Possible additions: Domestic flight from Mfuwe to Lusaka on the last day (+ US$ 300,00 per person) DETAILED ITINERARY Day 1: Lusaka Upon arrival at Lusaka international airport, you will be assisted in final preparations (local SIM card, forex, etc.) before your Safari starts. Transfer to a good level lodge and check-in at Sandy’s Creations. Dinner in Lusaka not included. Kafue National Park -/-/- game drive reaching the world famous Busanga Plains (NOTE: for this Kiambi Safari Lodge; accommodation in Camping in a fully equipped Day 2: Kafue National Park activity it is necessary to leave very early, by 05.00 a.m. in order to reach camping area with toilets, hot showers, camping bar and swimming pooling Kafue National Park, extending for 22,400 km2, is Africa’s second largest the Plains in a good time to guarantee good game-viewing overlooking the river. All meals are prepared by our accompanying chef at National Park and is characterised by many different eco-systems and occasions.Return to Camp approximately by 17,00). Evenings will be spent the campsite area. sceneries. From the southern Nanzhila Plains, to the lake habitat of Itezhi- around the campfire and nights camping. B/-/D tezhi, to the fit bush and Miombo forest up to the northern Busanga plains. B/L/D During your Safari in the park, you will visit the northern sector, lodging close to the rapids on the Lufupa River and conduct numerous Game Day 6: Lower Zambezi Valley Drives in the area, including a visit to the world famous Busanga Plains. Day 5: Kafue - Lower Zambezi Valley Breakfast, followed by a 3,5 hours canoe safari on the river to let you Early morning departure with packed breakfast along the way. We will The Lower Zambezi Valley is renowned for its breath-taking views and for experience the sensation of the first explorers visiting this part of the world. reach Mapunga Bush Camp after approximately 5 hours and set up our the abundance of wildlife that lives along the shores of the Zambezi river. (NOTE: the canoe safari requires confidence with water and an average camp for the following three nights in a fully equipped camping area with This valley hosts both the Lower Zambezi National Park (on the Zambian physical condition. A guide will be on the first canoe, all other canoes are toilets and hot showers. Lunch is prepared on arrival by our accompanying shores) and Mana Pools National Park (on the Zimbabwean shores) paddled directly by the participants. Minimum age: 15 years. No previous chef. Afternoon Game drive and return to camp around sunset. Dinner creating a vast protected area where animals are free to roam without canoeing experience required). Return to the lodge, lunch and afternoon prepared by our accompanying chef and night camping around the fire. boundaries. This area deserves to be visited both by river and by land in sunset cruise on the Zambezi river. Dinner by the campfire and night order to fully understand the wild beauty of this place. Lower Zambezi camping. B/L/D National Park is the most recent park in Zambia and one of the wildest and B/L/D most picturesque in the whole Africa. Days 3-4: Kafue National Park Early wake and sunrise breakfast. Return transfer to Lusaka where we will Days entirely dedicated to game-viewing activities in the Kafue National reach around lunchtime. Break in Lusaka for lunch and supplies in a Park: ether 2 Game drives per day (sunrise and afternoon) or a full-day shopping area. After lunch, we will proceed for the Lower Zambezi Valley (approx. 140km of tarmac road + 15km of gravel road) and check-in at 18
ZAMBIA Day 9: Mfuwe – South Luangwa National Park Mfuwe is the closest village from where to access South Luangwa National Park. Even though it is very close to such an internationally acclaimed attraction, it still maintains the spirit and looks of a traditional Zambian village. To reach Mfuwe we will proceed for approximately 350km of tarmac road (approx. 5 hours), passing the capitol of the north-eastern province: Chipata, where we will stop for lunch. Once arrived in Mfuwe, we will check in at Marula Lodge, where we will spend the night Camping in a fully equipped camping area with toilets and hot showers, and if the time allows we will visit the Tribal Textile laboratory. Full board, cooked by the accompanying cook. B/-/D Days 10-11-12: South Luangwa National Park South Luangwa National Park is the most famous of National Parks is Zambia due to the abundance of wildlife and the great opportunities to spot large predators. In addition to a large population of felines (mostly leopards and lions), it is home of a large number of elephants, hippos, buffaloes and numerous endemic species such as Thorncrofft giraffe, Cookson’s wildebeests, Crashway’s zebras. The Luangwa river has the highest concentration of hippos per km2 in the whole Africa and offers great reproduction and hunting ground for many animals, such as fish eagles, jackals hyenas, crocodiles and countless birds. Sunsets on the Luangwa river are unforgettable experiences and the visit to this National Park is consider one of the highlights for any true Africa lover. During your stay, you will have 2 game drives per day and all meals at the camp. Nights will be camping at Marula Lodge with a full-board arrangement, cooked by the accompanying cook. B/L/D Day 13: Mfuwe - Lusaka Early wake and breakfast and at 06.00 a.m. we will start a very long return transfer on tarmac road to Lusaka (700km, approx. 10 hours), where we will spend the night in a good level hotel. We will stop for lunch in a Lower Zambezi National Park traditional restaurant where you will enjoy the traditional Zambian meal: Nshima. Dinner (not included) will be at the lodge or in one of the many restaurant of Lusaka for a farewell to Zambia. Day 7: Lower Zambezi Valley B/L/- Free day for optional activities that can be booked in advance or directly at Day 8: Petauke the lodge. Petauke is a small town located approximately 350 km north of Lusaka Day 14: End of Tour Available activities: without any particular attraction, but located half-way on the route to South Luangwa National Park. To reach it, we must exit the Lower Zambezi Valley Breakfast at the lodge. Based on return flight, you will be taken to the • Full day Game Drive in the Lower Zambezi National Park (must be and drive to Lusaka (180km, approx. 2,5 hours, all tarmac road), where we airport. End of arrangements. booked in advanced) will stop for supplies. From there, we will travel north-east for approximately -/-/- • Half / Full day canoe safari 350km on a scenic road crossing the mountains (approx. 5 hours) to reach • Half / Full day rover boat safari Petauke, where we will lodge at Chimwemwe Executive Lodge. Dinner is at the restaurant of the Lodge. • Half / Full day Fishing (seasonal) B/-/- • Local village tour B/L/D 19
Northern Route: Day 3: Kasanka National Park After an early breakfast we leave for a sunrise Game Drive and return to camp around 10.30. Lunch at the for more than thirty years. In 1984, Major John Harvey and his wife Lorna sought permission to conduct walking safaris in the area and for many years were ZAMBIA Camping and Lodging the only operators in this remote wilderness camp and afternoon game drive that will end at sunset. Dinner prepared by our accompanying chef on the The park has a very limited road network, exclusively campfire and night camping. consisting of small seasonal paths. The most beautiful SAFARI OVERVIEW experiences are represented by the exceptional Days: 13 B/L/D walking safaris. Type of vehicle: 4x4 Safari Vehicle (max. 9 During our stay, we will cross the whole National Park passengers + 2 staff), removable canvas sides for on board of our vehicle and we will lodge at Buffalo Day 4: Bangwelu excellent visibility during game-drives camp with all meals prepared by our accompanying After an early breakfast we leave for a 2 hours game cook. The tour includes 2 walking safaris conducted by No. of Participants: 2-9 drive that will bring us to the Bangwelu Swamps. There the guides of the lodge. Staff: English-speaking professional guide – Chef we will leave the vehicle and proceed by Mokoro B/L/D (traditional dug-out canoe) and on foot in the intricate Meals: Specified in the itinerary as: B(reakfast) / swamps looking for the prehistoric-looking shoe-billed L(unch) / D(inner) stork (sighting cannot be guaranteed). We will then Days 9-10-11: South Luangwa National Park Start: Lusaka return to camp by Mokoro and car. Dinner prepared by South Luangwa National Park is the most famous of End: Lusaka our accompanying chef on the campfire and night National Parks is Zambia due to the abundance of camping. wildlife and the great opportunities to spot large Accommodation: Lodge (Lusaka – Shiwa N’gadu – North Luangwa ) – Camping in Kasanka N.P., B/L/D predators. In addition to a large population of felines Mutinondo and South Luangwa N.P. (mostly leopards and lions), it is home of a large number of elephants, hippos, buffaloes and numerous Possible additions: Domestic flight from Mfuwe to Day 5: Kundalila-Nachikufu-Mutinondo endemic species such as Thorncrofft giraffe, Lusaka on the last day (+ US$ 300,00 per person) Cookson’s wildebeests, Crashway’s zebras. The We will leave Kasanka as early as possible at sunrise and start heading north-east. Along the way we will Luangwa river has the highest concentration of hippos visit the spectacular Kundalila Falls and the Nachifuku per km2 in the whole Africa and offers great cave, famous for the rock art and paintings protected reproduction and hunting ground for many animals, DETAILED ITINERARY such as fish eagles, jackals hyenas, crocodiles and by Unesco. The day will end in the astonishing Day 1: Lusaka Mutinondo Wilderness, a wilderness area where nature countless birds. Sunsets on the Luangwa river are rules untouched. Accommodation is in camping tents. unforgettable experiences and the visit to this National Upon arrival at Lusaka international airport, you will be Dinner at the camp. Park is consider one of the highlights for any true assisted in final preparations (local SIM card, forex, Africa lover. etc.) before your Safari starts. Check in at Sandy’s B/L/D Creations. Dinner in Lusaka not included. During your stay, you will have 2 game drives per day and all meals at the camp. Nights will be camping at -/-/- Day 6: Shiwa Ngadu - Kapishya Hot Springs Marula Lodge with a full-board arrangement, cooked After leaving Mutinondo we proceed north up to the by the accompanying cook. Day 2: Kasanka National Park unbelievable Shiwa Ngadu mansion, built by the British B/L/D Kasanka National Park is a small yet very interesting following the English architectural style. After the visit, National Park in the northern region of Zambia. It is we will move to Kapishya hot springs, where it is home to some of the most unique wetlands of the possible to enjoy the thermal waters. Day 12: South Luangwa National Park - Lusaka region including the Bangwelu swamp, the so called Night will be spent lodging in en-suites chalets, and our Early wake and breakfast and at 06.00 a.m. we will “Zambian Okavango”. Here, we can have the chance chef will take care of all meals. start a very long return transfer on tarmac road to to see some rare endemic antelopes, such as the B/L/D Lusaka (700km, approx. 10 hours), where we will water-based Sitatunga, and the rare Shoe-billed stork. spend the night in a good level hotel. We will stop for Also, in the region, is located the mausoleum where lunch in a traditional restaurant where you will enjoy David Livingstone died and where his heart was Days 7-8: North Luangwa National Park the traditional Zambian meal: Nshima. Dinner (not buried. included) will be at the lodge or in one of the many This remote tract of land, covering 4636 Km2, offers After an early breakfast we leave Lusaka heading on restaurant of Lusaka for a farewell to Zambia. one of the finest wilderness experiences in Zambia, if the Great North Road. Lunch break along the way. not Africa itself. It is not open to the public and there B/L/- When we will reach the gates of Kasanka national park are no permanent lodges there. Access is with one of a short game drive will bring us to our Camp, where we the few safari operators granted permission to conduct will set for the next three nights. Dinner prepared by walking safaris. Day 13: End of Tour our accompanying chef on the campfire and night The beauty of visiting this Park is the truly remarkable In the morning, we will set off to Lusaka. Based on camping. opportunities to experience Africa as it was. It is wild return flight, you will be taken to the airport. End of B/L/D and untouched and you are simply an unobtrusive arrangements witness to its natural beauty and drama. Although -/-/- declared a wilderness area, the North Park, was not open to anyone other than Game Department rangers 20 Shiwa N’gadu
ZAMBIA Western Route: Camping and Lodging rest of the day is available for relax. B/-/- Day 6: Liuwa Plains SAFARI OVERVIEW The Liuwa Plains National Park is one of Africa’s most remote destination and a true wilderness area. The landscape, usually flat and barren, starts covering up with grass Days: 13 and a multitude of flowers with the first rains, attracting thousands of Wildebeests from Type of vehicle: 4x4 Safari Vehicle (max. 9 passengers + 2 staff), removable the neighbouring Angola. Together with the wildebeests, a large population of hyenas, canvas sides for excellent visibility during game-drives jackals, cheetahs and lions come to populate the plains and join the resident zebras, buffalos, and many other herbivores. The quantity and diversity of birdlife is also No. of Participants: 2-9 spectacular, and it represents one of the main attractions of this park. Departure Staff: English-speaking professional guide – Chef immediately after breakfast for Liuwa Plains N.P. Long Game-viewing activity en-route Meals: Specified in the itinerary as: B(reakfast) / L(unch) / D(inner) to our campsite and arrival around lunch time. Camp will be set in one of the three community campsite and lunch. Afternoon game drive and return to camp around Start: Lusaka sunset. Dinner around the fire and night camping. End: Livingstone B/L/D Accommodation: Lodge (Lusaka – Kafue N.P.– Mongu - Livingstone) – Camping (Liuwa Plains N.P.– Ngonye Falls) Days 7-8: Liuwa Plains Possible additions: Domestic flight from Livingstone to Lusaka on the last day (+ Early morning wake and breakfast. Sunrise game-drive in the park. Return to camp US$ 260,00 per person) - Return to Lusaka through Kafue N.P. (See “Extensions - after approximately 4 hours and relax. Lunch followed by an afternoon game drive Central Kafue”) ending around sunset. Dinner prepared by our accompanying chef on the campfire and night camping. DETAILED ITINERARY B/L/D Day 1: Lusaka Upon arrival at Lusaka international airport, you will be assisted in final preparations Day 9: Ngonye Falls (local SIM card, forex, etc.) before your Safari starts. Transfer to a good level lodge Early wake and sunrise breakfast. dismantling of the Camp and transfer on sandy and and check-in at Sandy’s Creations. Dinner in Lusaka not included. gravel roads up to Mongu. From there, we will continue south on a Tarmac road to -/-/- Sioma where we will spend a night camping in the picturesque Ngonye Camp. Lunch break along the way, depending on time. Night camping and dinner around the fire. Day 2: Kafue National Park B/L/D Kafue National Park, extending for 22,400 km2, is Africa’s second largest National Park and is characterised by many different eco-systems and sceneries. From the Day 10: Ngonye Falls - Livingstone southern Nanzhila Plains, to the lake habitat of Itezhi-tezhi, to the fit bush and Sunrise breakfast and guided tour of the Ngonye Falls, involving a short boat cruise Miombo forest up to the northern Busanga plains. among the rapids of the Zambezi river and a short trekking expedition. The Ngonye During your Safari in the park, you will visit the northern sector, lodging close to the Falls are one of Zambia's Hidden Gems, where Dr. Livingstone stopped for months, rapids on the Lufupa River and conduct numerous Game Drives in the area, charmed by their beauty, before proceeding to discover the more famous Victoria Falls. including a visit to the world famous Busanga Plains. Return to our Camp for lunch and, in the afternoon, 350km transfer to Livingstone Early morning departure with packed breakfast along the way. We will reach (approx. 5 to 6 hours due to the road conditions). Check-in at Olga’s Guesthouse in en- Mapunga Bush Camp after approximately 5 hours and check-in in en-suite safari suite rooms. The lodge is located in the most central area of Livingstone, close to tents. Lunch is prepared on arrival by our accompanying chef. Afternoon Game drive shops and restaurants. B&B and return to camp around sunset. Dinner prepared by our accompanying chef and B/L/- night lodging. B/L/D Day 11: Victoria Falls – Mosi-o-Tunya National Park Breakfast and guided tour of the Victoria Falls from the Zambian side. Return to Days 3-4: Kafue National Park Livingstone for lunch (not included) and afternoon Rhino Game Drive in the Mosi-Oa- Days entirely dedicated to game-viewing activities in the Kafue National Park: ether Tunya National Park aiming to find the last remaining white Rhinos in Zambia. Own 2 Game drives per day (sunrise and afternoon) or a full-day game drive reaching the arrangements for dinner and night at the lodge. world famous Busanga Plains (NOTE: Seasonal. For this activity it is necessary to B/-/- leave very early, by 05.00 a.m. in order to reach the Plains in a good time to guarantee good game-viewing occasions.Return to Camp approximately by 17,00). Evenings will be spent around the campfire and night lodging. Day 12: End of Tour B/L/D Breakfast at the lodge. Based on return flight, you will be taken to the airport. End of arrangements B/-/- Day 5: Mongu After Breakfast, a Game Drive will take us outside of the National Park and transfer by Tarmac road to Mongu, where we will check-in at Dolphin Lodge (en-suite). the Liuwa21Plains National Park
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