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14 day Real Zambian Adventure

Elephant in Zambia View, Copyright  Zambia National Tourism Board 

14 day Real Zambian Adventure

BRIEF DESCRIPTION
Highlights

Vast tracks of wilderness, sensational wildlife and few tourists: these are the hallmarks of Zambia, a huge landlocked country in the heart of Southern Africa. 



Kafue Lechwe, Copyright  Zambia National Tourism Board 

Victoria Falls Sunset, Copyright  Zambia National Tourism Board 

Rates Included
Rates Excluded
  • 13 nights camping accommodation 
  • entrance fees 
  • use of camping equipment (except sleeping bags) 
  • transport in 4x4 safari vehicle 
  • professional guide 
  • lower Zambezi canoeing excursion 
  • meals as per itinerary 
Itinerary Details

Day 1: Livingstone, Zambia

You will be met on arrival at the airport (own expense) and transferred to your campsite at the Zambezi Waterfront right on the Zambezi River. Relax after your flight and in the afternoon we explore the Victoria Falls on a guided walk. Distance: 20 km Accommodation: Camping at Zambezi Waterfront or similar, (tents, wash rooms with hot water, bar and swimming pool) Dinner

Day 2 - 3: Lake Kariba, Zambia

We make our way to the shores of Lake Kariba. About 160km downstream of Victoria Falls, Africa’s fourth longest river flows into a vast artificial lake created by one of the world’s largest dams.  Explore the area and relax on a boat cruise as the sun sets. Distance: 480 km Accommodation: Camping at Eagles Rest Campsite, (tents, wash rooms with hot water, bar and swimming pool) Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner x 2

Day 4 - 7: Lower Zambezi Canoeing

We drive down into the Lower Zambezi Valley and spend three nights camping on the banks of the Zambezi River. Enjoy 3 days canoeing down the Zambezi River, home of the tribal mythical god – Nyami Nyami. The river attracts elephants and other wildlife from the surrounding wilderness. After a day highlighted by bird watching and game viewing, relax on your final evening around a campfire recalling the wonderful memories of a great journey. Distance: 100 km Accommodation: Camping on the banks of the Zambezi River (tents, no facilities) and at Mvuu Lodge or similar (tents, wash rooms with hot water, bar and swimming pool) Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner x4

Day 8: Drive to Lusaka, Zambia

Today we leave the Lower Zambezi and drive to Lusaka, Zambia’s capital. Accommodation: Camping at Pioneer Campsite or similar, (tents, wash rooms with hot water, bar and swimming pool)Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 9 - 11: Kafue National Park, Zambia

Departing from Lusaka at 6h30 we head for the northern part of the Kafue National Park where we’ll camp for 3 nights. This reserve, established in 1924, covers a huge area of wetland and miombo woodland and is a wilderness sanctuary for lion, elephant, leopard, puku, lechwe and many other antelope as well as over 400 species of birds. The Kafue River, which forms part of the eastern boundary of the reserve, is home to hippo and great numbers of crocodiles. The Kafue is a seldom visited area; untamed stretches of wilderness reminiscent of ancient primal Africa.Distance: 350 km Accommodation: Camping at Lufupa Camp, (tents, wash rooms with hot water, bar and swimming pool) Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner x3

Day 12: Lochinvar National Park, Zambia

This National Park south of Lusaka is situated on the Chunga Lagoon with its abundant birdlife. The wetlands and surrounding floodplains support herds of buffalo, lechwe and zebra and we’ll take the afternoon to explore the area. Our visits bring much-needed funds, which help support, the anti-poaching teams in this area.Distance: 500 km Accommodation: Camping (tents, basic wash rooms)  Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 13: Livingstone, Zambia

Today we head back towards Livingstone, where we started our breathtaking adventure through Zambia. Distance: 350 km Accommodation: Camping at Zambezi Waterfront Campsite or similar (tents, wash rooms with hot water, bar and swimming pool) Breakfast, Lunch & dinner

Day 14: Tour ends, Zambia

After a hearty breakfast, our tour ends. (One group-airport transfer is included in the price. Should you require a later or earlier transfer, we are happy to book this transfer for you) Breakfast

Limitations
  • group size: maximum: 10 
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