Trade Route Safari

Trade Route Safari

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Rates: from €1 595.00 per person Sharing
Locale Payment: US$300.00 per person
Duration: 14 Days / 13 Nights

Highlights: Victoria Falls, Lower Zambezi, South Luangwa, Lake Malawi, Benguerra, Inhambane and Kruger National Park
Safari Style: Camping and cabin safari

Trade Route Safari Itinerary

Days 1-2: Livingstone
- The group will meet in Livingstone, in Zambia, at 14:00 where we have 2 days to explore Victoria Falls, a natural wonder of the world, plunging into the Zambezi Gorge.
- Adventure activities abound, white water rafting on the mighty Zambezi, or an 111m bungi jump (own expense).
- [camping Bx1 - -]

Day 3: Lake Kariba
- We camp on the tranquil shores of Lake Kariba, home to hippo, crocodile and a wide range of bird life.
- A sunset cruise on the lake is a photographers dream.
- [camping BLD]

Days 4-5: Lower Zambezi Canoeing
- We drive down into the Lower Zambezi Valley and spend two nights at our lodge on the banks of the river.
- Enjoy a full day 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 around the campfire in the evening.
- [lodge BLD]

Day 6: Lusaka
- After a morning relaxing on the banks of the Zambezi we head towards Lusaka.
- We stock up on supplies in the bustling shops and markets of the Zambian capital.
- [camping BLD]

Days 7-9: South Luangwa National Park
- Make our way down into “the valley” of the Luangwa River. South Luangwa National Park is wild and remote.
- It has an abundance of wildlife that is rarely seen in other game reserves and is one of Africa’s finest wildlife sanctuaries, full of hippo, crocodiles, elephants, lion and leopard.
- We camp on the banks of the Luangwa River for 2 nights and explore the area on game walks and an open 4WD night drive, with spotlights, to see nocturnal animals.
- The camp we use operates under the auspices of the Wildlife Environmental and Conservation society of Zambia and donate 60% of their proceeds towards the education of Zambian children.
- [camping BLD]

Day 10: Lilongwe
- Malawi “the warm heart of Africa”.
- We head to the Capital, Lilongwe were we restock with fresh supplies in the markets.
- The old city centres’ vibrant markets, cafes, shops and restaurants are worth visiting.
- [camping BL-]

Days 11-12: Cape Maclear
- We’ll camp on the beach at Cape Maclear in the Lake Malawi National Park, a World Heritage Site, overlooking the beautiful scattered islands.
- Snorkel around the island at Otter Point to see the colourful endemic fish.
- We’ll also take a boat out to the islands to explore the fantastic bays and coves in the area.
- [camping BLD]

Days 13-14: Transit to Mozambique
- Heading south through Blantyre, named after the birth place of legendary explorer David Livingstone, we enter Mozambique.
- Making our way back over the Zambezi River we travel through the Tete region camping en route.
- [camping BLD]

Days 15-16: Benguerra Islands
- Upon reaching the Indian Ocean we turn south to overnight in casitas (reed cabins) in Vilankulo.
- We take a full day to explore the Benguerra Islands on a local dhow, a traditional ocean going trade vessel.
- Beautiful blue sea, expansive white beaches and some excellent seafood available – what a day!
- [camping Bx2 Lx2 Dx1]

Days 17-18: Inhambane
- Arab influences are strong in Inhambane dating back to when slaves, ivory, gold and spices were traded.
- Explore Inhambane and its 200-year-old cathedral, before moving to Praia de Barra to our casitas under the palms next to the beach.
- Dhow rides and scuba diving on coral reefs are available (own expense)
- [casitas Bx2 Lx2 Dx1]

Days 19-20: Kruger National Park
- We enter Kruger National Park, South Africa, and visit big game country!
- Exciting game drives to spot lions, giraffe and the mighty elephant.
- Relaxing in the tranquil bush we experience a land forgotten by time, a true African wilderness.
- [camping BLD]

Day 21: Tour ends
- After an early morning game drive we return to Johannesburg in the evening, sun-tanned, laid-back and ready to rejoin life.
- Tour ends @ 18:00
- [- B - -]

Included in safari:
- 4 nights in cabin / casitas & 16 nights camping
- Entrance fees
- Use of camping equipment (except sleeping bags)
- Transport in safari truck or 4WD
- Meals as per itinerary
- Professional guide
- Canoeing on the Lower Zambezi
- Benguerra Island excursion

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