Day 1, 2 & 3: South Luangwa National Park

Arrive in Lusaka, Zambia’s capitol city, where you are met and assisted with the light aircraft transfer to Mfuwe. Upon arrival you are met by your Puku Ridge guide and transferred through Mfuwe village and into the park. Overnights Mfuwe Lodge. All meals (drinks on own). South Luangwa’s history dates back over 30 years and is where the concept of walking safaris originated. This national park lies along the Luangwa River and is home to some of Africa’s largest concentrations of wildlife. The lifeblood of the park is the mighty Luangwa River which is one of the most pristine river ecosystems in Africa. The vegetation of the park is predominately dry woodland interspersed with floodplain grasslands, coupled with the dominating Luangwa River and its many languid oxbow lakes. Unique and varied animal species are found here, from large herds of elephant and buffalo to impala and puku. Dominant predators include lion and leopard. The wide variety of antelope species seen include common waterbuck and reedbuck, bushbuck, kudu, Lichtenstein’s hartebeest, sable and roan. Unique to the area are Thornicroft’s giraffe as well as the Cookson’s wildebeest, both sub-species found nowhere else in the world. A healthy hippo population dots the riverbanks and the lagoon in front of camp. The birding is equally diverse, with regular sightings of Saddle-billed Stork, Lilian’s Lovebird, African Skimmer and even Bat Hawk.

Mfuwe Lodge

Set inside the park, just five minutes’ drive from the main gate, the lodge’s allure is instantly obvious. Beneath a canopy of ebony and mahogany, its thatched buildings are arranged around the banks of two lagoons where an endless stream of wildlife will keep you enthralled as you lounge on the open deck or take a dip in the swimming pool. Thanks to a thorough refurbishment in 2010 the airy interior of the lodge is an exquisite complement to its natural surroundings. This region of the park is renowned for its prolific game – giraffe, buffalo, antelope, crocodile are constant visitors to Mfuwe Lodge’s lagoon, whilst in November the local elephants regularly wander right through the lobby, lured by a nearby wild mango tree. Mfuwe Lodge’s relaxed charm and enviable surroundings make it the perfect stopover. Voted Best Lodge in Zambia in 2009, Mfuwe Lodge also offers you the chance to relax at its Bush-Spa or buy a few mementos of your time in Zambia at the Tribal Textiles Curio Shop.

Day 4, 5 & 6: Lower Zambezi National Park

Return flight to Lusaka Airport to connect with charter flight to Lower Zambezi National Park. This beautiful park covers an area of 1,800 square miles with most of the game concentrated along the valley floor. There is an escarpment along the northern end that acts as a physical barrier to most of the parks animal species. The Zambezi river’s edge is overhung with a thick riverine fringe. Further inland is a floodplain fringed with mopane forest and interspersed with winterthorn trees. This is Zambia’s newest Park and as such is still relatively undeveloped. Overnights Kasaka River Lodge. All meals and drinks.

Kasaka River Lodge

Kasaka River Lodge is a 20 bed tented camp offering an authentic and memorable safari experience. Nestled on the banks of the Zambezi River in the Chiawa Game Management area it is set in a natural bush environment with each chalet secluded amongst the native flora, only 4 kilometers by road from the Lower Zambezi National Park. This is the only stretch on the 2,700 kilometer course of the Zambezi River where one finds National Parks on both banks of the river – the Lower Zambezi National Park in Zambia and the famed Mana Pools World Heritage Site in Zimbabwe. Each of the 8 chalets is a large walk in canvas safari tent with two single beds or one king size bed. The tent hangs from a roof and stands on a wooden deck. Each has an elegantly furnished en suite bathroom with flush toilets and powerful heated showers. The river extends the length of the property and there are breathtaking views over the water with sightings of buffalo, elephant, hippo and crocodile. The philosophy of combining a tranquil, off the beaten track destination for guests with support of the local environment, culture and natural resources is our dream.

Day 7 & 8: Victoria Falls, Livingstone

After an early morning drive and breakfast, fly from Lower Zambezi National Park to Livingstone Airport, then transfer by road to Waterberry Lodge. Livingstone’s historical town was founded by the first European explorers to ‘discover’ the impressive Victoria Falls, and is today the tourism capital of Zambia. Mosi-Oa-Tunya is directly translated as ‘the smoke that thunders’, the local name for the Victoria Falls. Included in your stay is a guided tour of Falls, sunset cruise, daytime cruise, fishing, island picnics, guided birding, guided village walk, guided tour of the town and local markets. Livingstone is rated as one of the world’s top destinations for adrenaline and river activities. The most popular of these include (at additional cost) seasonal white water rafting, bungee jumping, gorge swing, microlighting over the Falls, brunch and breakfast canoe trips on the Zambezi and Falls edge dining. Overnight Waterberry Camp. All meals.

Waterberry Lodge

The main double-storey lodge area overlooks the Zambezi River and the game park beyond. Upstairs the main lounge is open to the high thatch with plenty of seating, a well-stocked bar and magnificent views. Meals are served in the dining area or alfresco, on the sun terrace, overlooking the river. A floating pontoon gently sways on the Zambezi River, making it the perfect location for sundowners, fishing or just relaxing and enjoying the view. A large and welcoming swimming pool is set in the centre of our landscaped gardens and has a small plunge pool as well as shallow end, making it safe for children. The comfortable chalets are set around sweeping lawns – some on the riverbank, some overlooking a private dam. Several of the rooms have their own decks for sunbathing, bird watching, private dinners or just relaxing.

Day 9: Depart

Enjoy one last breakfast on the banks of the river before you are transferred to Livingstone Airport for your onward connections. Breakfast.

Land Cost - 2012
Dates Per Person Double Single Supplement
April-May $3650.00
June $4150.00
July & October $4325.00
August & September $4498.00
Regional air is an additional $1450 per person. Please call for Single Supplements. Some camps closed November-March; please call for an alternative itinerary for travel during those months.

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