Elegant Zambia

12 Days
Johannesburg to Johannesburg

Zambia - home of the majestic Victoria Falls, many other spectacular waterfalls, superb wildlife, fantastic safaris, great adventure activities as well as a rich culture of friendly people. On this safari we have packaged our favourite camps to offer you , the discerning client, the best of Zambia.

Itinerary:

Days 1/2/3: Mfuwe - Luangwa National Park Depart Johannesburg airport on flight to Mfuwe. On arrival into Mfuwe, met and transferred to Puku Ridge Camp, driving through a number of villages, giving an insight into rural life. Once you enter the South Luangwa National Park, it is a different world and your focus will change to game viewing. Three nights at Puku Ridge Camp in a standard tent with en suite bathroom, on a full board basis, including scheduled game viewing activities, park fees, local brand drinks and laundry.

The camp is nestled into a rocky outcrop beneath a canopy of trees and has an absolutely stunning view of the floodplain below. This magnificent expanse of lush grassland is a prolific wildlife area that offers exciting viewing opportunities from the comfort of your tent.

Activities include game drives in the game-rich South Luangwa National Park, night drives and walks in the company of a professional guide and an armed National Park scout.

Days 4/5/6: Lower Zambezi National Park
Road transfer from Puku Ridge Camp to Mfuwe Airport for flight to Lusaka, connecting with a charter flight to the Lower Zambezi. A Zambezi Kulefu Camp guide will meet you at the airstrip for transfer, via game drive in an open safari vehicle, to the camp. Three nighs at Zambezi Kulefu Camp in a standard tent with en suite facilities on a full board basis, including scheduled game viewing activities, park fees, local brand drinks and laundry.

Deep in the game-rich Lower Zambezi National Park, Kulefu - meaning "The Far Away Place" - overlooks a magnificent section of the Zambezi River. Enjoy both night and day game drives, game walks conducted by a professional guide and armed National Parks scout, exciting boat and canoe excursions, bird watching and fishing.

Days 7/8/9: Lower Zambezi National Park - Livingstone
Transfer from Zambezi Kulefu Camp to the airstrip for scheduled seat on aircraft transfer from Lower Zambezi to Livingstone Airport. On arrival, met for road transfer from Livingstone Airport to Sussi Lodge. Three nights at Sussi Lodge in a twin "treehouse" with ensuite bathroom on a full board basis, including local brand drinks, two scheduled activities per day, park fees and laundry.

Hidden in riverine vegetation on the banks of the Zambezi River, Sussi Lodge takes full advantage of it's beautiful secluded riverside setting. Ten "treehouses" have been built in the canopy of giant ebony trees and are linked to the main lodge - with it's raised lounge, bar and dining room - by walkways. Surrounded by bush, hippo and elephant may wander through the grounds on their way to the river which is dotted with small islands and rapids.

Activities are many and varied and include a guided tour of the Zambian side of the Falls, a game drive in te Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, a cultural tour of Livingstone including a visit to the museum and Maramba Village, early morning or sunset river cruises and fishing.

Day 10: Livingstone – Victoria Falls
Scheduled road transfer from Sussi Lodge to Livingstone Airport. End safari.

2010 Departures: Daily from Johannesburg

Prices in Australian Dollars

Price Includes: All internal flights on scheduled and charter aircraft, transfers, all accommodation, meals, all drinks, entrance fees, and all game activities.

Price Excludes: Airport taxes.

Note:

• Single room rates on request

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