A005 – Zambia Mobile Safari Three Parks – Kafue – Lower Zambezi – South Luangwa

Three Parks (Kafue N.P. – Lower Zambezi N.P. – South Luangwa N.P.)	Lodging Mobile Safari
	Camping Mobile Safari

 

                                

SAFARI
OVERVIEW

Days: 14

Type of vehicle: 4×4 Safari Vehicle (max. 9 passengers + 2 staff), removable canvas sides for excellent visibility
during game-drives

No. of Participants: 2-9

Staff: English-speaking professional guide – Chef

Meals: Specified in the itinerary as: B(reakfast) /
L(unch) / D(inner)

Start: Lusaka

End: Lusaka

Accommodation:
Lodging

Possible additions: Domestic flight from Mfuwe to Lusaka on the
last day (+ US$ 300,00 per person)

 

 

DETAILED
ITINERARY

Day 1: Lusaka

Upon arrival at Lusaka international
airport, you will be assisted in final preparations (local SIM card, forex,
etc.) before your Safari starts. Transfer to a good level lodge and check-in at
Sandy’s Creations. Dinner in Lusaka not included.

-/-/-

 

Day 2: Kafue
National Park

Kafue National Park, extending for
22,400 km2, is Africa’s second largest National Park and is characterised by
many different eco-systems and sceneries. From the southern Nanzhila Plains, to
the lake habitat of Itezhi-tezhi, to the fit bush and
Miombo forest up to the northern Busanga plains.

During your Safari in the park, you will
visit the northern sector, lodging close to the rapids on the Lufupa River and
conduct numerous Game Drives in the area, including a visit to the world famous Busanga Plains.

Early morning departure with packed
breakfast along the way. We will reach Mapunga Bush Camp after approximately 5
hours and check-in in en-suite safari tents. Lunch is prepared on arrival by
our accompanying chef. Afternoon Game drive and
return to camp around sunset. Dinner prepared by our accompanying chef and
night lodging.

B/L/D

 

Days 3-4: Kafue National Park

Days entirely dedicated to game-viewing
activities in the Kafue National Park: ether 2 Game drives per day (sunrise and
afternoon) or a full-day game drive reaching the
world famous Busanga Plains (NOTE: for this activity it is necessary to leave
very early, by 05.00 a.m. in order to reach the Plains in a good time to
guarantee good game-viewing occasions. Return to Camp approximately by 17,00). Evenings will be
spent around the campfire and night lodging.

B/L/D

 

Day 5: Kafue – Lower Zambezi Valley

The Lower Zambezi Valley is renowned for
its breath-taking views and for the abundance of wildlife that lives along the shores of the Zambezi river. This valley
hosts both the Lower Zambezi National Park (on the Zambian shores) and Mana
Pools National Park (on the Zimbabwean shores) creating a vast protected area
where animals are free to roam without boundaries.
This area deserves to be visited both by river and by land in order to fully
understand the wild beauty of this place. Lower Zambezi National Park is the
most recent park in Zambia and one of the wildest and most picturesque in the
whole Africa.

Early wake and
sunrise breakfast. Return transfer to Lusaka where we will reach around
lunchtime. Break in Lusaka for lunch and supplies in a shopping area. After
lunch, we will proceed for the Lower Zambezi Valley (approx. 140km of tarmac
road + 15km of gravel road) and check-in at Kiambi
Safari Lodge; accommodation in in en-suite Safari tent overlooking the Zambezi
river. Dinner at the lodge.

B/-/D

Day 6: Lower Zambezi Valley

Breakfast, followed by a 3,5 hours canoe
safari on the river to let you experience the
sensation of the first explorers visiting this part of the world. (NOTE: the
canoe safari requires confidence with water and an average physical condition.
A guide will be on the first canoe, all other canoes are paddled directly by
the participants. Minimum age: 15 years. No previous
canoeing experience required). Return to the lodge, lunch and afternoon sunset
cruise on the Zambezi river. Dinner at the lodge and night lodging.

B/L/D

 

Day 7: Lower Zambezi Valley

Free day for optional activities that
can be booked in advance or directly at the lodge.

Available activities:

•    Full day Game Drive in the Lower Zambezi
National Park (must be booked in advanced)

•    Half / Full day canoe safari

•    Half / Full day rover boat safari

•    Half / Full day Fishing (seasonal)

•    Local village tour

B/L/D

 

Day 8: Petauke

Petauke is a small town located
approximately 350 km north of Lusaka without any particular attraction, but
located half-way on the route to  South Luangwa National Park. To reach it, we
must exit the Lower Zambezi Valley and drive to
Lusaka (140km, approx. 2,5 hours, all tarmac road), where we will stop for
supplies. From there, we will travel north-east for approximately 350km on a
scenic road crossing the mountains (approx. 5 hours) to reach Petauke, where we will lodge at Chimwemwe Executive Lodge. Dinner is
at the restaurant of the Lodge.

B/-/-

 

Day 9: Mfuwe – South Luangwa National
Park

Mfuwe is the closest village from where
to access South Luangwa National Park. Even though it is very close to such an
internationally acclaimed attraction, it still maintains the spirit and looks
of a traditional Zambian village.

To reach Mfuwe we will proceed for approximately 350km of tarmac road (approx. 5
hours), passing the capitol of the north-eastern province: Chipata, where we
will stop for lunch. Once arrived in Mfuwe, we will check in at Marula Lodge,
where we will spend the night lodging in en-suite
chalets, and if the time allows we will visit the Tribal Textile laboratory.
Full board, cooked by the accompanying cook.

B/-/D

 

Days 10-11-12: South Luangwa National Park

South Luangwa National Park is the most
famous of National Parks is Zambia due to the abundance of wildlife and the
great opportunities to spot large predators. In addition to a large population
of felines (mostly leopards and lions), it is home of a large number of elephants, hippos, buffaloes and numerous
endemic species such as Thorncrofft giraffe, Cookson’s wildebeests, Crashway’s
zebras. The Luangwa river has the highest concentration of hippos per km2 in
the whole Africa and offers great reproduction and
hunting ground for many animals, such as fish eagles, jackals hyenas,
crocodiles and countless birds. Sunsets on the Luangwa river are unforgettable
experiences and the visit to this National Park is consider one of the
highlights for any true Africa lover. 

During your stay, you will have 2 game
drives per day and all meals at the camp. Nights will be lodging at Marula
Lodge with a full-board arrangement, cooked by the accompanying cook.

B/L/D

 

Day 13: Mfuwe – Lusaka

Early wake and breakfast and at 06.00
a.m. we will start a very long return   transfer on tarmac road to Lusaka
(700km, approx. 10 hours), where we will spend the night in a good level hotel.
We will stop for lunch in a traditional restaurant where you will enjoy the traditional Zambian meal: Nshima. Dinner (not
included) will be at the lodge or in one of the many restaurant of Lusaka for a
farewell to Zambia.

B/L/-

 

Day 14: End of Tour

Breakfast at the lodge. Based on return
flight, you will be taken to the airport. End of
arrangements.

-/-/-

 

Inclusions:

•   All accommodations indicated in the itinerary,
with the specified arrangements

•   All meals specified in the itinerary

•   Vehicle, fuel, certified professional local
guide (English speaking), chef

•   Al Park Entry fees

•   All game-viewing activities specified in the
itinerary

 

Exclusions:

•   International flights

•   Alcoholic beverages

•   Visas

•   Activities not offered by African View Tours
and Safaris and not specified in the itinerary / specified as “optional”

•   Personal comprehensive
insurance

•   Personal expenses

•   Tips (Tips are not compulsory, but always
welcomed. We suggest: 5 US$ per day per person /couple for the chef, 10 US$ per
day per person /couple for the local guide, on discretion for the international
guide, when present)

•   Anything not stated under “standard inclusions”

 

 

                                

SAFARI
OVERVIEW

Days: 14

Type of vehicle: 4×4 Safari Vehicle (max. 9 passengers + 2
staff), removable canvas sides for excellent
visibility during game-drives

No. of Participants: 2-9

Staff: English-speaking professional guide – Chef

Meals: Specified in the itinerary as: B(reakfast) /
L(unch) / D(inner)

Start: Lusaka

End: Lusaka

Accommodation: Lodging in the main cities
(Lusaka – Petauke) – Camping in the National Parks

Possible additions: Domestic flight from Mfuwe to Lusaka on the
last day (+ US$ 300,00 per person)

 

 

DETAILED
ITINERARY

Day 1: Lusaka

Upon arrival at Lusaka international
airport, you will be assisted in final preparations (local SIM card, forex,
etc.) before your Safari starts. Transfer to a good level lodge and check-in at
Sandy’s Creations. Dinner in Lusaka not included.

-/-/-

 

Day 2: Kafue
National Park

Kafue National Park, extending for
22,400 km2, is Africa’s second largest National Park and is characterised by
many different eco-systems and sceneries. From the southern Nanzhila Plains, to
the lake habitat of Itezhi-tezhi, to the fit bush and
Miombo forest up to the northern Busanga plains.

During your Safari in the park, you will
visit the northern sector, lodging close to the rapids on the Lufupa River and
conduct numerous Game Drives in the area, including a visit to the world famous Busanga Plains.

Early morning departure with packed
breakfast along the way. We will reach Mapunga Bush Camp after approximately 5
hours and set up our camp for the following three nights in a fully equipped
camping area with toilets and hot showers. Lunch is
prepared on arrival by our accompanying chef. Afternoon Game drive and return
to camp around sunset. Dinner prepared by our accompanying chef and night
camping around the fire.

B/L/D

 

Days 3-4: Kafue National Park

Days entirely dedicated to game-viewing activities in the Kafue National Park: ether 2
Game drives per day (sunrise and afternoon) or a full-day game drive reaching
the world famous Busanga Plains (NOTE: for this activity it is necessary to
leave very early, by 05.00 a.m. in order to reach the
Plains in a good time to guarantee good game-viewing occasions. Return to Camp
approximately by 17,00). Evenings will be spent around the campfire and nights
camping.

B/L/D

 

Day 5: Kafue – Lower Zambezi Valley

The Lower Zambezi Valley is renowned for its breath-taking views and for the abundance
of wildlife that lives along the shores of the Zambezi river. This valley hosts
both the Lower Zambezi National Park (on the Zambian shores) and Mana Pools
National Park (on the Zimbabwean shores) creating a
vast protected area where animals are free to roam without boundaries. This
area deserves to be visited both by river and by land in order to fully
understand the wild beauty of this place. Lower Zambezi National Park is the
most recent park in Zambia and one of the wildest and
most picturesque in the whole Africa.

Early wake and sunrise breakfast. Return
transfer to Lusaka where we will reach around lunchtime. Break in Lusaka for
lunch and supplies in a shopping area. After lunch, we will proceed for the Lower Zambezi Valley (approx. 140km of tarmac
road + 15km of gravel road) and check-in at Kiambi Safari Lodge; accommodation
in Camping in a fully equipped camping area with toilets, hot showers, camping
bar and swimming pooling overlooking the river. All
meals are prepared by our accompanying chef at the campsite area.

B/-/D

 

Day 6: Lower Zambezi Valley

Breakfast, followed by a 3,5 hours canoe
safari on the river to let you experience the sensation of the first explorers
visiting this part of the world. (NOTE: the canoe
safari requires confidence with water and an average physical condition. A
guide will be on the first canoe, all other canoes are paddled directly by the
participants. Minimum age: 15 years. No previous canoeing experience required). Return to the lodge, lunch and afternoon sunset cruise
on the Zambezi river. Dinner by the campfire and night camping.

B/L/D

 

Day 7: Lower Zambezi Valley

Free day for optional activities that
can be booked in advance or directly at the lodge.

Available activities:

•    Full day Game Drive in the Lower Zambezi
National Park (must be booked in advanced)

•    Half / Full day canoe safari

•    Half / Full day rover boat safari

•    Half / Full day Fishing (seasonal)

•    Local village tour

B/L/D

 

Day 8: Petauke

Petauke is a small town located
approximately 350 km north of Lusaka without any particular attraction, but
located half-way on the route to  South Luangwa National Park. To reach it, we must exit the Lower Zambezi Valley and drive
to Lusaka (180km, approx. 2,5 hours, all tarmac road), where we will stop for
supplies. From there, we will travel north-east for approximately 350km on a
scenic road crossing the mountains (approx. 5 hours)
to reach Petauke, where we will lodge at Chimwemwe Executive Lodge. Dinner is
at the restaurant of the Lodge.

B/-/-

 

Day 9: Mfuwe – South Luangwa National
Park

Mfuwe is the closest village from where
to access South Luangwa National Park. Even though it is very close to such an
internationally acclaimed attraction, it still maintains the spirit and looks
of a traditional Zambian village.

To reach Mfuwe we will proceed for approximately 350km of tarmac road (approx. 5
hours), passing the capitol of the north-eastern province: Chipata, where we
will stop for lunch. Once arrived in Mfuwe, we will check in at Marula Lodge,
where we will spend the night Camping in a fully
equipped camping area with toilets and hot showers, and if the time allows we
will visit the Tribal Textile laboratory. Full board, cooked by the
accompanying cook.

B/-/D

 

Days 10-11-12: South Luangwa National Park

South Luangwa National Park is the most famous of National Parks is Zambia due to the abundance
of wildlife and the great opportunities to spot large predators. In addition to
a large population of felines (mostly leopards and lions), it is home of a
large number of elephants, hippos, buffaloes and
numerous endemic species such as Thorncrofft giraffe, Cookson’s wildebeests,
Crashway’s zebras. The Luangwa river has the highest concentration of hippos
per km2 in the whole Africa and offers great reproduction and hunting ground
for many animals, such as fish eagles, jackals
hyenas, crocodiles and countless birds. Sunsets on the Luangwa river are
unforgettable experiences and the visit to this National Park is consider one
of the highlights for any true Africa lover. 

During your stay, you will have 2 game
drives per day and all meals at the camp. Nights will be camping at Marula
Lodge with a full-board arrangement, cooked by the accompanying cook.

B/L/D

               

Day 13: Mfuwe – Lusaka

Early wake and breakfast and at 06.00
a.m. we will start a very long return transfer on tarmac road to Lusaka (700km,
approx. 10 hours), where we will spend the night in a good level hotel. We will
stop for lunch in a traditional restaurant where you will enjoy the traditional Zambian meal: Nshima. Dinner (not
included) will be at the lodge or in one of the many restaurant of Lusaka for a
farewell to Zambia.

B/L/-

 

Day 14: End of Tour

Breakfast at the lodge. Based on return
flight, you will be taken to the airport. End of
arrangements.

-/-/-

 

Inclusions:

•   All accommodations indicated in the itinerary,
with the specified arrangements

•   All meals specified in the itinerary

•   Vehicle, fuel, certified professional local
guide (English speaking), chef

•   Al Park Entry fees

•   All game-viewing activities specified in the
itinerary

 

Exclusions:

•   International flights

•   Alcoholic beverages

•   Visas

•   Activities not offered by African View Tours and Safaris and not specified in
the itinerary / specified as “optional”

•   Personal comprehensive
insurance

•   Personal expenses

•   Tips (Tips are not compulsory, but always
welcomed. We suggest: 5 US$ per day per person /couple for the chef, 10 US$ per
day per person /couple for the local guide, on discretion for the international
guide, when present)

•   Anything not stated under “standard inclusions”