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Zambia is one of Southern Africa's great Game Viewing and adventure destinations. On this Safari you will visit most of the National Parks in Zambia. If you have the time this Safari is incredible. Your Safari finishes in the famed Victoria Falls, with a visit to near-by Hwange National Park.
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| Duration: |
30 Days |
| Location: |
Zambia |
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| Zimbabwe |
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| Category: |
Adventure |
| Tour Code: |
BFS912 |
| Price: |
$ 10,995 (min 2 travellers) |
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Travel Recap: |
| Day 1 |
Arrive in Lusaka, Zambia. Once through immigration and customs, your local host will be waiting to greet you and transfer you to Pioneer Camp.
Overnight: Pioneer Camp
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| Day 2 - 4 |
Transfer to the Lusaka airport for you Zambian Airways flight departing at 8:15 a.m.
Arrive in Mfuwe at 9:15 a.m.
On arrival you are met by your local hosts and transferred to your camp located in South Luangwa National Park.
Overnight:Â Track and Trail [B, L, D]
Park fees and activities on own account
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| Day 5 - 7 |
These three days are at your leisure to decide what activities you would like to participate in. Activities include walking safaris, morning and night time game drives, village and school tours and village and tribal textile tours. Costs range from $20USD to $40USD per activity. Park fees are $25USD per day.
Overnight: Track and Trail [B, L, D]
Park fees and activities on own account |
| Day 8 - 9 |
Today you will transfer to your new camp in the South Luangwa. Wildlife bush camp offers guests a chance to experience an over-night walking safari, complete with bucket showers and meals cooked on an open fire! Our cooks will amaze you with the menu and nothing can compare to a night in the wilds and the sounds you can hear. The camp consists of four twin tents, two bush toilets and bucket showers - it has no electricity and is basic in many ways but rich in atmosphere and location.
Our knowledgeable and qualified Zambian guides, an armed scout and bush "chef" escort you on this magical overnight trip and show you the wonders of nature. Twice Daily Activities Included
Overnight: Wildlife Bush Camp [B, L, D]
Park fees are to be paid direct |
| Day 10 - 11 |
Today you travel from Wildlife Bush Camp to Wildlife Camp. Here you can enjoy the option of daily walks and day and night game drives in open safari vehicles with qualified, knowledgeable safari guides. Twice daily activities included.
Overnight: Wildlife Camp [B, L, D]
Park fees are to be paid direct |
| Day 12 |
Travel to the Mfuwe Airport for your flight back to Lusaka.
Depart Mfuwe on Zambian Airlines at 9:45 a.m. and arrive in Lusaka at 10:30 a.m.
On arrival in Lusaka you are met by your local host and transferred to the Mukambi Lodge for lunch before continuing to Busanga Plains for overnight. Twice daily game activities included.
Overnight: Busanga Plains Camp [B, L, D]
Meals, game activities, park fees and local alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks included |
| Day 13 - 14 |
Busanga Plains is a wetland area in the far northern region of Kafue National Park. During most of the year the Plains are flooded and make a perfect but inaccessible bird sanctuary. However, during the dry season (normally from July to October) the plains are accessible by four wheel drive vehicle and it makes every effort doing so very worthwhile. The vast open plains are ideal to spot wildlife, and wildlife there is!
Surrounded on all sides by seasonal swamp lands, Thorn Island is inaccessible 8 months of the year. Because it is situated at the heart of the Busanga Plains, Thorn Island holds the greatest concentrations and the greatest variety of wildlife. But also, because it is perennially wet, it has large forests of large trees (Wild Figs) interspersed with thick, lush Date Palm bushes and papyrus fields.
Overnight: Busanga Plains Camp [B, L, D]
Meals, game activities, park fees and local alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks included |
| Day 15 |
Travel with your guide through the park from Busanga Plains to Mukambi - a 4 hour drive.
Twice daily game activities included. Activities include both game drives and boat cruises.
Overnight: Mukambi Safari Lodge [B, L, D]
Meals, game activities and park fees included. |
| Day 16 - 18 |
Kafue National Park is nearly 23,000 square kilometers: roughly the size of Wales and more than half the size of Holland. Mukambi Safari Lodge is situated right on the Kafue River. From one of our three large and relaxing viewing decks you will be able to enjoy the river and its inhabitants: hippos, crocodiles, birds and local fishermen. On the opposite side of the river you might see your first elephants. Your accommodations are designed to give you the privacy you need in order to enjoy the African bush. The chalets are situated on the river and from the verandah you can relax and take in the beauty of Africa's nature. Twice daily game activities.
Overnight: Mukambi Safari Lodge [B, L, D]
Meals, game activities and park fees included. |
| Day 19 |
This morning you will travel from Kafue to the Lower Zambezi National Park, stopping for lunch in Lusaka en route. The Lower Zambezi is extremely picturesque with the enormous Zambezi River creating dramatic scenery. Fantastic land and water-based game viewing opportunities abound. This area is famous for its elephants - herds congregating along the river. Two activities are included today.
Overnight: Kanyemba River Lodge [B, L, D]
Meals, park fees, game activities and cordial drinks included. |
| Day 20 - 23 |
You will have these four days to spend exploring the Lower Zambezi National Park. Activities include Angling, village walks, canoe, walking, photographic and driving safaris. Two activities are included each day.
Overnight: Kanyemba River Lodge [B, L, D]
Meals, park fees, game activities and cordial drinks included. |
| Day 24 |
You will be met this morning and transferred to the Lower Zambezi Airstrip for your flight to Victoria Falls.
Depart on Zambian Airways at 11:30 a.m. arriving in Victoria Falls at 12:30 p.m.
Overnight: Lorrie's Bed and Breakfast [B] |
| Day 25 |
Your local host will meet you at your hotel and drive you to Hwange National Park. Once you enter the park you will continue deeper until you reach Vikani, your campsite located along the edge of the Lukosi River. Camp will be set up and waiting, giving you time to settle in and have lunch before heading out on your first walk to explore the area. Return to camp just after sunset.
Overnight: Hwange Tented Camping [B, L, D] |
| Day 26 - 27 |
Each morning will begin with a light breakfast and an early start. The days' activities will depend on what occurred during the night. Late morning you will return to camp for lunch and a nap - over the heat of the day. In the afternoon depart again, this time driving to the spring lines or salt licks where you will begin your walks, game viewing and tracking along the way. Return to camp after sunset each evening.
Overnight: Hwange Tented Camping [B, L, D] |
| Day 28 |
This morning is spent walking the area before camp in broke and you move to the Musumo Pan Camp. This pan has permanent water and draws huge herds of elephant, buffalo and other wildlife. In the afternoon you will be off on another long walk, exploring the pan and returning to camp at sundown. Night time game viewing can be done as well.
Overnight: Hwange Tented Camping [B, L, D] |
| Day 29 |
Victoria Falls
Spend your last morning in the Hwange, walking and exploring. You will then be driven out of the park and back to Victoria Falls, arriving late afternoon. On arrival in Victoria Falls you will be transferred to your lodge for overnight.
Overnight: Lorrie's Bed and Breakfast [B] |
| Day 30 |
International Departure
At approximately 1:00 p.m. you will be transferred to the Victoria Falls airport for your flight to Johannesburg. Arrive in Johannesburg and connect to your onward arrangements. |
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| Inclusions |
Accommodations as stated above
Internal flights as listed are included
All transfers to and from hotels and lodges in Zambia and Zimbabwe
All meals on safari, breakfast only in city centers
Meals are shown as included by day - not necessarily by location
English speaking professional safari guides and vehicles
Porterage of one normal soft-sided suitcase
Deluxe documentation prior to departure |
Accommodation
Inclusions |
Pioneer Camp - Chalet 1 Night
Meal Basis: Bed And Breakfast Only
Track & Trail - Chalet 4 Nights
Meal Basis: All Meals
Activities & Park Fees: Not Included
Wildlife Camp - Chalet 2 Nights
Meal Basis: All Meals
Activities: 2 Activities Included Per Day
Park Fees: Not Included
Wildlife Bush Camp - Basic Camping 2 Nights
Meal Basis: All Meals
Activities: 2 Activities Included Per Day
Park Fees: Not Included
Busanga Plains Camp - Tent With En suite Facilities 3 Nights
Meal Basis: All Meals
Activities: 2 Activities Included Per Day
Drinks: Local Alcoholic And Non Alcoholic Drinks Included
Park Fees: Included
Mukambi Safari Lodge - Chalet With En suite Facilities 4 Nights
Meal Basis: All Meals
Activities: 2 Activities Included Per Day
Drinks: Not Included
Park Fees: Included
Kanyemba River Lodge - Chalet With En suite Facilities 5 Nights
Meal Basis: All Meals
Activities: 2 Activities Included Per Day
Drinks: Cordial Drinks
Park Fees: Included
Hwange National Park - Medium Tented Camping (Walk In, En suite Bush Bathrooms) 4 Nights
Meals: All Meals
Activities: Walks Conducted In Morning And Afternoon, Covering 10 To 12 Miles Per Day
Drinks: Water, Coffee, Tea And Wine With Dinner
Park Fees: Included |
| Exclusions |
Gratuities ($8.00 - $10.00 USD per person per day) plus possible discretionary tips to room/tent stewards. Cancellation and trip interruption insurance, certain airport departure taxes (approximately $15.00), excess baggage costs, cost of passports, visa fees, meals and beverages not shown as included, liquor (unless specified), personal expenses such as laundry, communication charges and optional activities. |
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