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ZIMBABWE VICTORIA FALLS - THE ELEPHANT CAMP (Half Day)
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Join the Wild Horizons herd of 12 adult and 5 baby elephant for the safari of a lifetime, based just 20 kms from Victoria Falls. Safaris are taken twice daily in the early morning and in the late afternoon. This allows the elephant time off during the day to feed naturally through the bush, visit various waterholes and just be elephants for a while.
A strong emphasis is placed on an elephant experience rather than just an elephant ride. Guests are encouraged to interact with the elephants as much as possible and hopefully obtain a better insight into the history, day to day life and long term objectives of the Elephant Camp. The daily activities are as follows:
Morning Safaris:
Guests are collected at approximately 06h15 and transferred to Woodlands Estate - home of the elephants. The transfer lasts approximately half an hour and game is often seen on the way. On arrival tea/coffee and biscuits are served and guests are introduced to the elephant. A short training session follows and guests witness the bond between groom and elephant being reinforced and new handling commands being introduced. |
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Training is an integral part of the relationship between the elephant and groom and continues throughout the elephants working life. The elephants are then saddled and the safari commences. The elephant follow ancient game trails led by an armed guard on foot. The grooms are friendly and knowledgeable and explain as much as possible about fauna and flora along the way. A bush breakfast is served mid morning and the elephants then roam wild until the afternoon activity. Guests are transferred back to their hotels arriving at approximately 11h00.
Afternoon Safaris:
Guests are collected at 15h15 and are transferred to Woodlands Estate where the elephants will have been feeding during the day. Soft drinks are served on arrival and introductions are made between the guests and elephants. A short time will be spent with the elephants prior to saddling them and setting off on safari. This time enables the elephants to familiarize themselves with the new guests. The elephants slowly make their way back to camp following ancient game trails while the grooms explain about the fauna and flora along the way. Sundowners and snacks are served in the bush prior to the guests making their way back to town by 19h00.
Prices are subject to change due to any unforeseen circumstance.
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ZIMBABWE VICTORIA FALLS CANOEING: THE ZAMBEZI OTTER TRAIL - 4 Day
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Explore the flow that nurtures the thunder. The Zambezi Otter Trail is a 2 day/2 night canoe safari operating on the Upper Zambezi River above Victoria Falls. We camp in style on the edge of the river and canoe through some stunning scenery.
Departures are every day of the week, subject to availability.
Includes: Airfare Johannesburg-Victoria Falls-Johannesburg, road transfers as specified, guided tour of the Falls, Zambezi Otter Trail - 2 nights camping including all equipment and all meals, qualified river guide, local beer, wine, soft drinks and mineral water on the canoe safari only, bed and breakfast accommodation for 1 night at Ilala Lodge. |
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Excludes: visas, travel insurance, health requirements, park fees for the Falls tour and canoe trip (a total of USD 25 for SA Residents), Zimbabwe departure tax (currently charged at USD 30 per person - to be paid in USD cash notes), drinks other than specified, gratuities, all items of a personal nature and any service not specified.
Please Note:
Canoeing safaris operate with a minimum of 2 persons
There is a minimum age restriction of 15 years unless accompanied by an adult and there are no other guests. Please check when booking.
Luggage must be kept to a maximum of 10 kg per person on the canoe safari - preferably in soft duffel bags. Excess luggage can be stored at the Cansaf Victoria Falls office on arrival.
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Clients should bring:
Swimming costume
Shorts
Personal toiletries
Towel
Canvas shoes or rafting sandals
A hat with a wide brim as well as a cap
A jacket or cardigan for the evenings
Shirts (incl. a long-sleeved one for sun protection) |
Sunscreen
Insect repellent
Torch or flash / flashlight and extra batteries
Film and spare camera batteries
Binoculars
Socks for winter nights
Warm clothes to sleep in for winter nights
Raincoats |
Extensions to this trip to include houseboat stays or other parts of Zimbabwe are possible.
Prices are subject to change due to airfare increases or any other unforeseen circumstance.
ITINERARY:
Day 1 - (Daily departures) Fly from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls. On arrival you will be met by a representative from Cansaf Adventures and transferred to town for a guided tour of the Falls. Your professional guide will take you to the best spots to view the Falls, explaining the vegetation and rock formations and pointing out the different bird species. This trip will take approximately 2 hours. (Package price excludes National Park fees of USD 10 per person for SA Residents with ID/passport). Depart Victoria Falls at around 16h00. The transfer into the Zambezi National Park will take approximately 2 hours - 50 kms of game drive in an open vehicle. The first night stop is made at Tsowa campsite. On arrival guests have the opportunity to go for a short game drive whilst the camp is set up for the night by camp staff. Arrive back to a paraffin lit camp with drinks waiting for you. A quiet evening is spent around the camp fire, on the banks of the river, and a wholesome dinner is served.
Day 2 - Today there is opportunity for an early nature stroll before a full English breakfast is served. Your guide will give an in depth safety talk and demonstration on how to paddle. The vessels used on the river are 16 foot Klepper canoes made from fibre glass. These are very stable structures that carry 2 people using double bladed paddles, all of which helps manoeuvrability through periods of white-water (grade 1-2 rapids) and braided channels. The day is spent canoeing 18 km downstream through the Sansimba Rapids, game viewing and exploring channels. Along the way stop for a picnic lunch of cold meats, rolls, quiches, fruit and salads. The second night stop is made at Chundu campsite. You are welcomed into camp with tea and coffee before settling into a quiet evening around the camp fire on the banks of the river. Enjoy a wholesome dinner.
Day 3 - The final 18 kms downstream towards Victoria Falls begins after a full English breakfast. The morning is spent exploring the many channels and enjoying the small rapids of the Upper River. At midday, your group is met by the back-up vehicle. A lunch is set out in the shade of a large tree on the banks of the river. The afternoon paddle carries you closer to the Falls, as you explore channels amongst beautiful islands. At around 16h00 you meet the pick-up vehicle and enjoy cold beers and minerals. Transfer back to Victoria Falls town and overnight at Ilala Lodge on a bed and breakfast basis. Ilala Lodge is a small exclusive lodge, renowned for its delicious cuisine. All rooms have en-suite facilities, air conditioning and ceiling fans with superb views over the bush to the spray of the Falls. There is a restaurant, bar, pool deck and pool bar.
Day 4 - Morning at leisure. Transfer from your hotel to the airport in time for your return flight to Johannesburg.
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Zimbabwe is becoming more and more well known as a great birding destination - and these trips are designed to bring the best of Zimbabwe's birding within easy reach. Staying in small, exclusive lodges, not big hotels, we access the bird-rich Victoria Falls / Kazungula area for Taita Falcon, Lesser Jacana and other specials. Longer trips take in the Hwange area, and the Matobo Hills, famed for its raptors. You should also see a wide variety of game, with rarities such as Sitatunga and Black Rhino possible.
These trips are perfect for friends to enjoy a wildlife safari together. We utilise local guides, based at the various camps, as they have current knowledge of bird/game areas - saving you a lot of time and effort - as well as being mines of information.
Note that we can arrange private trips to the Eastern Highlands, as well as the Zambezi escarpment (for Pitta) and other parts of Zimbabwe, either guided or self-drive, in conjunction with these trips.
Please Note:
This package is also available on the services of Air Zimbabwe (limited dates) at a reduction.
Prices are subject to change due to any unforeseen circumstance. |
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Includes: Airfare Johannesburg-Victoria Falls-Johannesburg on South African Airways, road transfers, (scheduled bus services will be used when available - alternatively private transfers will be arranged), accommodation including all meals, activities as stipulated, services of local guides.
Excludes: visas, travel insurance, health requirements, gratuities, drinks, all items of a personal nature and any service not specified.
ITINERARY:
Day 1-3 - (Daily departures). Fly South African Airways from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls. On arrival you will be met and transferred to Imbabala Safari Camp, a 45 minute drive. Accommodation for 3 nights including all meals and activities.
Day 4 - Transfer from the safari camp to Victoria Falls airport for your return flight to Johannesburg on South African Airways.
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ZIMBABWE VICTORIA FALLS - 4 Day
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The cascades at Victoria Falls are one of the natural wonders of the world, and these packages allow you to explore the area fully. Not only are the falls themselves well worth a visit, but there are many optional activities to enjoy. Visitors can kayak and canoe on the upper Zambezi, go fishing or cruising, walk amongst the wildlife, take horseback trails, go white water rafting on the rapids below the Falls, and for the extremely adventurous, go bungi jumping 111 metres off the Victoria Falls bridge.
This itinerary can be extended to include extra nights in Victoria Falls on request. |
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Includes: Airfare Johannesburg-Victoria Falls-Johannesburg on South African Airways, return airport/hotel transfers, accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis.
Excludes: Visas, travel insurance, health requirements, optional activities, all items of a personal nature and any service not specified.
Please Note:
These packages are also available on the services of Air Zimbabwe (limited dates) at a reduction. Please enquire.
Extensions to this trip to include other parts of Zimbabwe or Botswana are possible. Please contact us for a tailormade quotation.
Prices are subject to change due to airfare increases or any other unforeseen circumstance.
These package price is based on accommodation at the Hunters Lodge.
ITINERARY:
Day 1-3 - Daily Departures. Fly South African Airways from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls. On arrival at Victoria Falls airport you will be met and transferred to the hotel of your choice. Accommodation for three nights on a bed and breakfast basis. Time at leisure to enjoy optional activities. Please enquire for our separate Victoria Falls activities price list.
Day 4 - Transfer from your hotel to Victoria Falls airport. Fly South African Airways from Victoria Falls to Johannesburg.
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