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ZIMBABWE LOWER ZAMBEZI CANOEING SAFARI - 6 Day
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The Tamarind Canoe Trail begins deep in the Zambezi floodplain at the border town of Chirundu. The river meanders through the spectacular Mana Pools area, a World Heritage Site, renowned for its incredible abundance of variety of wildlife. Here the river is filtered by a series of channels and pools, which attract vast quantities of animals. Large herds of buffalo swim out to the grassy islands, and many pods of hippo bathe in the clear waters. This is the Eden of people's dreams - a safari that will satisfy the most thirsty desire for adventure and a wildlife experience. At Mana Pools the Zambezi meanders through a wide valley of channels, sandbanks and islands with Zambia on one side and Zimbabwe on the other. |
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It is these lagoons and channels that attract hordes of Africa's largest animals in the dry season and make this probably the greatest concentration of wildlife in the whole of this great continent.
Includes: Airfare Johannesburg-Harare-Johannesburg, road transfers ex Harare as specified *, bed and breakfast accommodation at Caribbea Bay Hotel, 4 day/3 night Tamarind canoe safari including all meals, teas, cordials and wine with dinner, Canadian style 2 man canoes, camping equipment including tents, camping mattresses, sleeping bags, liners, mosquito nets, pillows, gas stoves, kitchen utensils, plastic plates and mugs, pots, pans, tables, stools, candles and cooler boxes, qualified river guide, MARS (Medical Air Rescue Services) cover.
* at a supplementary charge it is possible to fly Harare-Kariba-Harare (subject to flight schedules) instead of taking the road transfer. Enquire for prices.
Excludes: Visas, travel insurance, health requirements, park fees (currently charged at USD 15 per person for the 4 day trip), all items of a personal nature and any service not specified.
Please Note:
Canoeing safaris operate with a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 8 persons
There is a minimum age restriction of 15 years - preferably accompanied by an adult.
Clients are advised to bring their own beers and alcohol. The guide will take you to a shop to purchase such items on the night prior to departure.
Luggage must be kept to a maximum of 10 kg per person - preferably in soft duffel bags.
For 2 persons travelling together there is a surcharge per person to cover vehicle costs Harare-Kariba-Harare.
Prices are subject to change due to airfare increases or any other unforeseem circumstance.
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Clients Should Bring:
Shorts/ t-shirts
Track shoes / sandals
Towel
Tracksuit / jacket / jersey for cool evenings
Bathing costume
Toiletries
Wide-brimmed hat
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Insect repellent, sunblock cream
Torch
Camera, binoculars and a good supply of film and batteries
It is advisable to bring a light cotton kikoi and long sleeved shirt for protection from the sun. |
Extensions to this trip to include houseboat stays or other parts of Zimbabwe are possible. Please contact us for a tailormade quotation. Longer canoe safaris (up to 10 days on the river) are also an option.
ITINERARY:
Day 1 - (Monday/Wednesday/Sunday) Fly from Johannesburg to Harare. On arrival you will be met by a representative from Cansaf Adventures and transferred by road to Kariba, a 4 -hour journey. Accommodation for 1 night at Caribbea Bay Hotel on a bed and breakfast basis. Evening canoeing safari briefing at your hotel.
Day 2-4 - (Tuesday/Thursday/Monday) This morning you will be transferred to the put-in point at Chirundu, a 2 hour drive. Commence your 4 day/3 night safari to Mana Pools fully inclusive of all meals, canoeing and camping equipment. Camp is generally set up on islands at sites designated by the National Parks. There are no ablution facilities. The distance covered per day is approximately 22 km. No previous experience is required for this trip, however clients need to be reasonably fit. These safaris are self-contained - all equipment and food is carried in the canoes and there is no vehicle back up. Guides are experienced professionals and carry weapons and radios. Please note that this is a participatory safari which means you help with some of the camp chores.
Day 5 - (Friday/Sunday/Thursday) On the last day of your safari, the party is met by a vehicle and clients and equipment are transferred back to Kariba, a 4 hour drive from Mana Pools. Overnight at Caribbea Bay Hotel on a bed and breakfast basis.
Day 6 - (Saturday/Monday/Friday) Road transfer back to Harare in time for your flight to Johannesburg.
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ZIMBABWE VICTORIA FALLS & CHOBE NATIONAL PARK - 6 Day
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Start off your safari with a stay at the Victoria Falls. 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.
Then it's onto Chobe National Park where an abundance of wildlife awaits your discovery on game drives and river cruises.
Extra nights can be arranged at either/both destinations on request. |
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Includes: Airfare Johannesburg-Victoria Falls-Johannesburg on South African Airways, transfers, bed and breakfast accommodation at Victoria Falls, dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation at Chobe Safari Lodge, activities and park fees at Chobe Safari Lodge as described.
Excludes: Visas for Botswana and Zimbabwe (if required), travel insurance, health requirements, optional activities at Victoria Falls, gratuities, all items of a personal nature and any service not specified.
Please Note:
This package is also available on the services of Air Zimbabwe (limited dates) at a reduction. Please enquire.
Prices are subject to change due to airfare increases or any other unforeseem circumstance.
ITINERARY:
Day 1 - Daily Departures. Depart Johannesburg on South African Airways to Victoria Falls. On arrival at Victoria Falls airport you will be met by a United Touring Company representative and transferred to Sunshine House. Spend 2 nights here on a bed and breakfast basis.
Day 2 - Day free to participate in optional extra activities. Please ask for our suggested activities price list.
Day 3-5 - Depart Victoria Falls on the 07h30 shuttle bus with United Touring Company to Chobe Safari Lodge, arriving at the lodge +- 90 minutes later. Stay at Chobe Safari Lodge for 3 nights on a dinner, bed and breakfast basis.
Day 6 - After breakfast depart on the 09h30 shuttle bus to Victoria Falls town. From here you will be transferred to the airport in time for your return flight to Johannesburg.
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