Escorted Tours
Upon arrival at Livingstone Airport, you will be met and transferred to your Camp for your overnight stay. Our journey begins with the incredible views as the mighty Zambezi River, which plunges 110 metres over Victoria Falls. We spend the afternoon exploring the mile wide Waterfall and the surrounding Rainforest that is created by the spray. Afterwards, we settle into our Camp in the late afternoon with a Guides briefing before having dinner (at own expense) at a local restaurant. There are Optional Activities that may by possible including a Flight over the Falls or a Sunset River Cruise (at own expense).
After breakfast, we pack up Camp and depart Livingstone for the long drive across Southern Zambia to our Camp on the Kafue River. Along the way, we pass small Villages and rolling landscapes, which offers interesting views before we drop down into the Lower Zambezi River Valley. We spend the late afternoon in preparation for our Canoeing Expedition down the Lower Zambezi River. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Now the true adventure begins! This morning, we pack our Canoes and head out onto the Zambezi River, which is home of the Tribal Mythical God Nyami Nyami. The River is lined with small Villages and diverse scenery. For the entire day, enjoy Birdwatching and photographic opportunities, which are abound. We will paddle with the River current and take time to enjoy the calm and serenity. New views are offered as the River snakes its way through the Valley and the sound of the African Fish Eagle can be heard as it calls from the treetops. We stop for a rest and lunch on the Banks of the River before heading out again for the afternoon. Our Camp is wild on the Riverbank in the heart of untamed Africa. The following morning we Canoe further downstream into a wildlife rich area with opportunities of seeing Hippos, Elephants and other wildlife before we are collected by Motorboat. We will make our way back to the starting Campsite for our overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy breakfast before we cross into Zimbabwe at the Chirundu Border Post and traverse the Hurungwe Safari area to our next stop at Chinhoyi Caves. Crystal clear, Cobalt Blue Water lies at the bottom of the 'Pool of the Fallen'. The extensive system of Caves and Tunnels were used as a place of safety for Mashona Tribesman against the Matabele Raiders. Overnight stay in Chinhoyi, Zimbabwe. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast, we will continue our journey to Nyanga National Park where we will spend two days exploring Nyanga Mountain National Park. The Park offers breathtaking vistas and diverse landscapes with Mount Nyangani, Zimbabwe’s highest point at 2,592 m above sea level. As we explore its trails, you will encounter lush Forests, cascading Waterfalls and serene Lakes. The Air is crisp and the sounds of nature surround us, creating a peaceful atmosphere. The variety of ecosystems and climate in the area make it a Birders haven. Interesting Birdlife includes the Blue Swallows in Summer and Wattled Cranes breed in the area during the Winter months as well as a variety of Raptors. Overnight stay in a Lodge. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
In the morning we make our way to Chimanimani National Park where we make Camp for the next two nights. The scent of Wildflowers fills the Air as you explore the winding trails, immersing yourself in nature's beauty. On day 9, we visit the Bridal Veil Falls and for the more adventurous we embark on a walk up Pork Pie Hill in Chimanimani National Park. The Park offers breathtaking landscapes and abundant Birdlife. The Afro-Montane Forests are home to 74 species of Endemic Birds, Elands, Bushbucks and Blue Duikers. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today, we depart Chimanimani National Park and continue to the Great Zimbabwe Monuments. Dating back to the 11th Century, Great Zimbabwe was the Capital of the Kingdom of Zimbabwe. These are some of the oldest Stone Structures in Southern Africa. The remnants of a civilisation of up to 20,000 people surviving on Trade in Gold, Cattle and Crops. The word Zimbabwe means 'Houses of Stone'. The complex drystone walls and ruins leave Archaeological clues as to the lifestyle of the people of the area. We explore this National Monument and UNESCO World Heritage Site on foot with a Guided Walk through the Hill Complex and Valley Ruins. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Today, our next destination is Bulawayo and the Matopos National Park. Arriving in the late afternoon, we will set up Camp on the outskirts of the Park. We spend the following day exploring the Park. Matobos National Parks’ giant Granite Boulder landscapes, Ancient Rock Art and surrounding wildlife make this a highlight of the tour. We will embark on an open Game Drive into the Reserve, where we take a Guided Walk to get closer to nature and hopefully track the endangered White Rhino. After lunch, we will learn about the Bushman Paintings that adorn some of the rock overhangs. We then visit the Site of Cecil John Rhodes’ Grave before admiring the magnificent sights from World’s View. We return to our Camp in the late afternoon and enjoy a Sundowner and evening around the Campfire. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We depart Matopos National Park after breakfast this morning. One of the most famous Wildlife Reserves in Southern Africa, Hwange National Park, the biggest Game Reserve in Zimbabwe, is our next stop. We will Camp on a Wildlife Concession bordering the Park and spend the following full day in search of big Game on an open vehicle Game Drive. Proclaimed in 1928, this Reserve forms an important Conservation area along the Zimbabwe and Botswana Border. Photographic opportunities are abound, as we search for the large Herds of Elephants, Buffalos and plains Game that inhabit the Park. Great Birdwatching with 420 species recorded in the Park and if we are lucky, we might spot some of the elusive predators. The Waterholes also offer good opportunities as the Wildlife comes down to drink. We stop for a rest and lunch at a picnic site in the Park before enjoying the afternoons sightings. We will head back to Camp in the late afternoon for our final night around the Campfire. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast on our final day, we will take a short transfer from our last Campsite to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe where the tour ends around lunch time. Upon arrival in Victoria Falls, you will be transferred to the Airport for your onward journey. Meals: Breakfast
Tour Prices are per person twin share in Australian Dollars. Conditions apply and cruises are subject to change and availability. Prices are subject to currency fluctuations. (sws)
