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The Great Zambian JourneySAFARI HIGHLIGHTS:» Kafue National Park, Zambia's largest protected area is easily accessible from Livingstone and Lusaka » It extends over 22 400 square kilometers and is roughly the size of Wales » This enormous and little-developed pristine wilderness area is home to an impressive variety of big game including lion, leopard, cheetah, elephant, buffalo and hippo » In addition, the Kafue conserves some fascinating species of special interest including Lichtenstein's hartebeest, sable, roan, puku, the diminutive oribi, and, incredibly, lechwe in their thousands » Boasting almost 500 recorded bird species, Kafue is truly a diverse African National Park » The spectacular Busanga Plains in the north of the park is a vast flat expanse and forms one of Zambia's most significant wetland resources Departure: Scheduled departure dates Duration: 7 Days/ 6 Nights Price: From US$3377.00 Currency Converter DAY 1: RIVER CLUB, LIVINGSTONE » On arrival in Livingstone you are met by a Uyaphi.com representative and transferred by road to The River Club » Your guide will meet you in the reception area at approximately 18h00 for a safari briefing and welcome drink » The River Club is situated on the Zambian side of the Zambezi River, 18 kilometers upstream from Victoria Falls » The camp has a distinct Edwardian flavour and guests here have the opportunity from here to travel a short distance to enjoy the sights and sounds of Victoria Falls and the Zambezi River in a peaceful and tranquil setting away from the crowds » Ten luxurious, thatched chalets overlook the Zambezi River, and have en-suite facilities including a bath, shower, toilet and basin » All the rooms have fans » The rooms are all completely open in the front giving guests the best possible views of the Zambezi » The main dining room and lounge also has an interesting library » The Zambezi National Park is located just across the river, and elephants are often seen on the riverbank » A rich bird life is found in the area » Hippos are regularly sighted (and heard) along the river's edge » Enjoy a guided tour of the Victoria Falls, one of the seven Natural Wonders of the World » At 1708 meters wide, it is the largest curtain of water in the world and drops more than 100 meters into the sheer Zambezi Gorge » Boating to the Zambezi River's islands provides relaxed afternoon activities, and fishing and sundowner trips are offered DAYS 2,3: LUNGA RIVER LODGE, LUNGA RIVER, NORTHERN KAFUE » After breakfast, we transfer by road to Livingstone airport, there embarking on a charter flight to Lunga River Lodge » This flight is approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes in duration » Our road transfer to the lodge is by road, not far from the airstrip itself » Located on a raised bank of the Lunga River and within lush riparian bush each of Lunga River Lodge's six well-appointed thatched roof chalets share a brilliant vantage point over the river's meandering channel » Each room is stylishly furnished (with minimalist touches) and includes an en suite shower, flush toilet and vanity basin » Lighting is by 12v lamps, candles and kerosene lamps » The deep and clear Lunga River is the largest tributary of the Kafue River and flows north to south through a mosaic of miombo woodland, riverine woodland and grassy dambos in the north east of the Kafue National Park » Species like puku and impala are abundant while roan and Lichtenstein's hartebeest occur in lower densities » Viewing of buffalo herd and elephant bulls is good while lion and leopard are regularly encountered » Additional interesting species in the form of yellow baboons and tree hyrax occur in the vicinity of the camp while a high density hippo population occurs in the Lunga River » Activities include game drives, walking safaris, guided canoe and boating trips as well as fishing » Night drives provide the added excitement of the nocturnal wonders of the area DAYS 4, 5 & 6: BUSANGA BUSH CAMP, BUSANGA FLOODPLAIN, NORTH-WESTERN KAFUE » We depart early for Busanga Bush Camp on a road transfer/ game drive through the Miombo woodland to the renowned Busanga Plains in Kafue National Park » Possibly encountering eland, roan and sable to mention a few, this transfer is approximately 3 hours in duration » Busanga Bush Camp is located deep inside the wildlife haven of the Busanga Plains » Placed under the large fig trees of a small tree island, the camp features superb views of the flat game-rich plains that surround it » Accommodation is in four rustic reed and grass walled mini-chalets with canvas roofs and en suite hot and cold shower, flush toilet, and basin » Each room has a wooded feel, with reed blinds, teak wooden chairs and a wooden bed frame surrounded by a mosquito net » A large canopy tent, bar and lounge provides a perfect ambience to make friends and share stories around the campfire » Floodplain, grassland and woodland islands comprise a habitat suited to extended game drives, by day and night » For those interested in birding, the park boasts 491 species, including endemics such as Chaplin's Barbet DAY 7: END OF EXPLORATION » After a short morning exit activity our safari ends at the Lunga airstrip, a return journey of 3 hours » Due to guests combining Kafue with various other destinations, our safari ends at the Lunga airstrip, allowing our guests the flexibility to tailor their onward arrangements Please note that this safari also operates in the reverse direction The above The Great Zambian Journey rates are inclusive of: -» Guides: The entire safari is guided and hosted by professional trained guides » Exclusive experience: Busanga Bush Camp is private and for the use of Exploration travelers only » Routes: To maximise guests travel time, a variety of travel modes that bring out the best of each area is used » Booking Conditions |
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