LUSAKA - LOWER ZAMBEZI - KAFUE NATIONAL PARK & LIVINGSTONE

Day 1 : Protea Hotel by Marriott Lusaka Tower, Lusaka     

Lusaka :

Lusaka, Zambia’s cosmopolitan capital, is a typical modern African city. Set on open plains at the heart of the country, northeast of the capital, the city serves as Zambia’s rapidly developing economic and transport hub with new buildings popping up everywhere and many chain stores and shopping malls springing up all over the sprawling suburbs. Lusaka’s wide, tree-lined boulevards feature a range of tourist facilities including hotels, guest houses, coffee shops, fast food outlets, nightclubs, and pubs. Visitor attractions include the Henry Tayali Gallery, showcasing local artworks; The National Museum, covering Zambia's colonial history; the Lilayi Elephant Orphanage; and a number of colourful markets. Don’t miss the popular Munda Wanga Environmental Park where you will find a Wildlife Park and Sanctuary, Botanical Gardens, Recreational Village, and an Environmental Education Centre.

Overnight : Protea Hotel by Marriott Lusaka Tower     

Protea Hotel by Marriott Lusaka Tower is located in the heart of Lusaka and within the Arcades Shopping and Entertainment Complex on the Great East Road. Guests visiting this hotel have the benefit of being closely situated to the Mulungushi Conference Centre as well as having direct access to shops and restaurants.

Included :
•    Accommodation
•    Daily Breakfast
•    Transfers

Day 2 : Royal Zambezi Lodge, Lower Zambezi     

Lower Zambezi :

Located on the Zimbabwean border in the southern reaches of Zambia, the Lower Zambezi region is best known as the home to the Lower Zambezi National Park which features exceptional, undeveloped wildlife areas. It is renowned for its abundant game - hippos, buffalo, crocodiles, fish eagles, and herds of elephants can be spotted, among other species. The landscape is characterised by rugged, unspoilt wilderness of vast floodplains, scattered with indigenous woodlands. Visitors can look forward to an array of wonderful activities along the Zambezi including game drives, walking safaris, canoe trips, and excellent tiger fishing.

Overnight : Royal Zambezi Lodge     

Royal Zambezi Lodge is a striking combination of contemporary style and comfort in a completely unspoiled bush environment.  Offering king-size beds in large, fully netted, canvas tents under thatched canopies, comfortable sofas in front of roaring open fires and airy verandahs, the lodge is a luxurious base from which to explore this beautiful area.

The design of Royal Zambezi Lodge allows nature and the environment to play a leading role in ensuring the relaxed pace and magical experience enjoyed by guests. The Lodge is an ideal place to stay when combining a visit to Victoria Falls. It works perfectly for a family safari holiday yet also as the romantic setting for honeymoon couples.

Included :
•    Accommodation
•    All meals, soft drinks, house wines, local beers, non-premium drinks
•    filtered water, teas, coffees
•    Two (2) activities per day
•    Private guiding/vehicle/boat (*Please check T&C’s)
•    Laundry & Wi-Fi
•    Return Royal Airstrip transfers
•    16% VAT and tourism levy
•    Flights/transfers/charters to the Lower Zambezi.

Day 3 : Royal Zambezi Lodge, Lower Zambezi     

Included :
•    Accommodation
•    All meals, soft drinks, house wines, local beers, non-premium drinks
•    Filtered water, teas, coffees
•    Two (2) activities per day
•    Private guiding/vehicle/boat (*Please check T&C’s)
•    Laundry & Wi-Fi
•    Return Royal Airstrip transfers
•    16% VAT and tourism levy
•     Flights/transfers/charters to the Lower Zambezi.

Excluded :
•    National Park entry fees: $85 pp/day (Covers all aspects of park entry including entry for game drives, walking safaris, canoeing, and fishing as applicable (Can be prepaid - please enquire with reservations).
•     Champagne, premium wine & spirits, imported beers (various prices)
•     Fly-fishing | FOC for up to 2 pax, thereafter $50 per person per day due to the use of an extra boat (Max 2 pax per boat for fly fishing) *Standard fishing included.
•     Green Levy: $15 per person per stay.
•     Fishing tackle hire ($25 pp/day – can be prepaid).
•     Scout fee for Chilapila Hiking Challenge ($50 flat fee for one scout (Max 6 hikers) More than 6 pax, additional scout is required at extra$50. (NB: Challenge only available in winter months: June/July/August) 
•    Cultural Village Visit ($50 per person - minimum 2 pax. Can be prepaid)
•     Royal Bush Spa & shop.

Day 4 : Royal Zambezi Lodge, Lower Zambezi     

Day at Leisure

Bed and Breakfast

Day 5 : Mukambi Safari Lodge, Central Kafue     

Central Kafue :

Set in Zambia, the Kafue National Park is the largest park in the country and the second-largest in Africa. The contrasting landscape of the Central Kafue features riverine bush, miombo and savannah woodlands, vast open plains and majestic granite outcrops. Visitors can enjoy the pristine natural beauty of the diverse scenery and its natural, unspoilt beauty. Drive along the Spinal Road for a chance to discover the most remote parts of the Central Kafue National Park. Don't miss the opportunity to spot a wide range of African wildlife with regular sightings of puku, impala and bushbuck and catch a glimpse of the countless bird species that call this area home.

Overnight : Mukambi Safari Lodge     

Mukambi Safaris is a family run safari company in Zambia with three camps in Kafue National Park, one of the largest unspoiled wilderness areas in the world. The three camps are Mukambi Safari Lodge, Busanga Plains Camp, and Fig Tree Bush Camp, each surrounded by unique, untouched areas of remote African bush. Recently Mukambi Safaris won two awards in ‘The Big Tusker - Ultimate Safari Experiences 2017’.

Activities consist of game drives in open-canopy vehicles, boat and fishing trips, along with walking safaris where you are likely to see elephant, lion, leopard, cheetah, puku, impala, hippo, many other animals and an incredible array of birds. Back at the lodge our delicious food, friendly staff and comfortable accommodation will make your stay an unforgettable one. Our accommodation consists of a luxurious Riverside Villa, comfortable en-suite chalets and four luxury safari tents, all on stilts with a deck overlooking the river, with a private outdoor bathtub which makes for extraordinary star gazing.
Come and experience it all at Mukambi Safari Lodge for the famous last words of Karen Blixen, the writer of Out of Africa, were ‘if there was one thing I could do again, it would be to go on Safari'

Included :
•    Return Road Transfer to Kafue National Park 
•    Accommodation 
•    3 meals a day (lunch, dinner and  breakfast)
•    Local beverages & pouring brands
•    Two activities a day
•    All Transfers

Day 6 : Mukambi Safari Lodge, Central Kafue     

Day at Leisure

Bed and Breakfast 

Day 7 : Fig Tree Bush Camp, Central Kafue     

Central Kafue
As previously described

Overnight : Fig Tree Bush Camp 

Fig Tree Bush Camp is situated next to a beautiful beach created by the dried sand banks of the Shishamba River. The camp overlooks a large lagoon, 1.7 km long and about 60m wide. 

This lagoon maintains its alluring water throughout the season attracting an array of wildlife including Elephant, Puku, Impala, Warthog, Zebra, and Hartebeest. Predators like Lion, Cheetah, Leopard and Hyena are regular visitors. The Wild Dog in the area have also been frequent visitors to the area and prey on the concentration of game. 

The camp is made up of a Boma and 4 raised Luxury Safari Tents. Each safari tent has an en-suite bathroom and veranda presenting a unique view from the tree canopy. Guests will then come together underneath the Fig Tree to savour the serenity of the lagoon as well as delicious food and wine.
Game drives take place twice a day. Walking safaris are also an option in the cool of the morning and allow guests to explore the surroundings and what they overlook on the drives.

After dinner guests will sit around a campfire, feet in the sand, gazing at the stars and listening to the sounds of the African Bush.

Included :
•    3 meals a day (lunch, dinner and breakfast)
•    Local beverages & pouring brands
•    Two activities a day 
•    All Transfers

Excluded :
•    National Park Entry Fees
•    Bed Night Levies are 

Day 8 : Fig Tree Bush Camp, Central Kafue     

Day at Leisure

Bed and Breakfast

Day 9 : Southern Sun Ridgeway Lusaka, Lusaka     

Lusaka
As previously described

Overnight : Southern Sun Ridgeway Lusaka     

A city landmark even before Zambia was born, the Southern Sun Ridgeway has been the hotel of choice for in-the-know professionals and NGOs, Lusaka locals and off-the-beaten-track exploring for over 60 years. Service-first, best-for-business and newly refurbished rooms in a quiet corner of Zambia’s capital, Southern Sun Ridgeway creates a sense of home wherever you're arriving from.

Beautifully refurbished rooms at our Lusaka hotel are comfortable spaces that celebrate Zambia’s rich heritage and natural wonders. Every room is equipped for a great night’s sleep with blackout curtains, soft and spacious beds and walk-in showers. Feel-at-home comforts include complimentary free uncapped Wi-Fi, flat-screen DStv and 24-hour room service.

Big green gardens, pool and palm trees, in-house gym, on-site bank and airline offices create an inner-city escape with CBD convenience. 30 minutes from the international airport and moments from embassies, business headquarters and cultural highlights makes for easy exploring and simple arrivals.

Basis
Bed and Breakfast

Day 10 : AVANI Victoria Falls Resort, Victoria Falls (Zambia)     

Victoria Falls (Zambia)

Situated along the southern border of Zambia, Victoria Falls is a spectacular sight of awe-inspiring beauty and grandeur on the Zambezi River. It forms the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe and stretches across almost two kilometres into a gorge over one hundred metres below - making it one of the world’s widest waterfalls. Dubbed ‘The Smoke that Thunders’ by locals, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is a popular tourist destination for those visiting Zambia. It is world-renowned for its sheer beauty and offers visitors the opportunity to immerse themselves in spectacular landscapes inhabited by abundant wildlife. Visitors can look forward to a wide range of adventure sports such as kayaking, white water rafting, ziplining, bungee jumping and bridge swinging; and those looking for more relaxation can enjoy a sunset boat cruise, game viewing, or browsing through the vibrant local Livingstone Market.

Overnight : AVANI Victoria Falls Resort 

Avani Victoria Falls Resort is located in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, only a 5-minute walk from and with direct access to Victoria Falls. All guest rooms are lovingly decorated and equipped with Wi-Fi, private bathrooms, tea- and coffee-making facilities, telephones, personal safes, satellite TV and air conditioning. The hotel caters to every taste with irresistible dining experiences and restaurants.

Activities :

African Queen Sunset Cruise

African Queen Sunset Cruise :

The impressive African Queen and the slightly smaller, but equally luxurious African Princess are berthed upstream of the Victoria Falls. Fully inclusive Morning, Lunch and Sunset Cruises are offered daily, treating passengers to spectacular views of the Zambezi River and surrounding nature reserves. We take great pride in our cuisine and friendly, professional service; creating an unforgettable river cruise experience.
We also offer a spectacular Full Moon Dinner Cruise which departs at just after sunset when all the other boats are berthed for the day. A three course meal under the light of the full moon is a unique Zambezi experience.

Included :
•    Airport Transfers
•    Flights
•    Accommodation
•    Daily Breakfast
•    Sunset Cruise
•    Guided Falls Tour
•    Mukuni Village Tour

Day 11 : AVANI Victoria Falls Resort, Victoria Falls (Zambia)     

Activities :

Guided tour of the Falls    
Mukuni Village Tour

Guided tour of the Falls :

A view of the Victoria Falls is something you will never forget and the best way to see them is on a guided tour. Discover how the Falls were formed and what local customs and traditions surround them. These tours are extremely informative and end with a visit to the local art and crafts centre.

Mukuni Village Tour :

Mukuni village is close to the border gate and is home to about 6?000 people from the Leya community, who have lived in the Falls area for many generations. Guides are available to take you through the village to get an insight into the traditional lifestyle of rural Africans.

Basis
Bed and Breakfast

Day 12 : AVANI Victoria Falls Resort, Victoria Falls (Zambia)     

Day at Leisure

Basis
Bed and Breakfast

 
Day 13 : End of Itinerary     

Activities :

Guided tour of the Falls    

Guided tour of the Falls :

A view of the Victoria Falls is something you will never forget and the best way to see them is on a guided tour. Discover how the Falls were formed and what local customs and traditions surround them. These tours are extremely informative and end with a visit to the local art and crafts centre.

Basis
Bed and Breakfast