Mana Pools Canoeing Safari

Mana Pools Canoeing Safari
Mana Pools Canoeing Safari
Mana Pools Canoeing Safari
Mana Pools Canoeing Safari
Mana Pools Canoeing Safari
Mana Pools Canoeing Safari
Mana Pools Canoeing Safari
Mana Pools Canoeing Safari
Mana Pools Canoeing Safari
Safari Information
  • Departure; Scheduled and tailor-made departure dates
  • Duration; 4 Days / 3 Nights
  • Lodging; Bush Camping
  • Distance; Approximately 67 kilometres
  • Group Size; Minimum 2
  • Note: Travel insurance is compulsory for all safaris
Safari Itinerary

Day 1: Start Of Trail

  • Depart Kariba for two hour road transfer to Chirundu on the Zambezi River.
  • Here we meet up with any pre-arranged transfers from Lusaka or Harare at our launch site by 10:30hrs.
  • After launching the canoes we have a briefing from their guide on the river (this includes safety procedures, canoe orientation etc.)
  • Here we may also decide to have an early lunch before setting off on the river.
  • On this first day we cover a 15km stretch of river with some interesting channels to negotiate early on in the trip.
  • Elephant frequently occur on the grassy islands that abound in the area.
  • We all help with the setting up of camp, tents, bedding and own canoe contents.
  • Distance: approx. 15 kilometreskm
  • Meals: L/D
  • Accommodation: Wild Camping

Day 2: Zambezi River Wild Camping

  • To make the most of the cool part of the day we rise early with tea/coffee and biscuits.
  • This usually calm time of day allows us to make reasonable head way before the wind picks up.
  • After a few hours canoeing, we stop for an hour's breakfast before setting off downstream again until we find a shady stop.
  • Lunch is taken on mainland where we are more likely to find deep shade to retreat into, for the day is at its hottest between 12:30hrs and 14:30hrs.
  • There is time for a quick lie down on the camping mattresses while we wait out the heat.
  • By 15:00hrs we are on our way to our next island camp site which the guide will choose according to the progress that has been made so far.
  • Should all go according to plan, and with no wind factor, we should cover approx 25km comfortably on this day, with a variable river current carrying us along at 4 km/h.
  • Distance: approx. 28 kilometreskm
  • Meals: B/L/D
  • Accommodation: Wild Camping

Day 3: Zambezi River Wild Camping

  • On this day we strive to emulate the previous day’s distances with much the same routine.
  • Today the scenery changes as the river splits into a multitude of interesting channels on the approach the Main Mana flood plain.
  • Guides frequently take the opportunity to break off into these quiet back waters which open up an entirely different view of the fauna and flora along the river system.
  • Camp on this day is set up on an island amongst a grove of Mahogany trees.
  • Distance: approx. 22 kilometreskm
  • Meals: B/L/D
  • Accommodation: Wild Camping

Day 4: Mana Island Trail Ends

  • Today we break with routine and have breakfast on the island followed by a leisurely 5 km paddle to the take out point in Mana Pools where we meet our support vehicle and we load up the canoes and equipment for the return journey to Kariba.
  • Having packed up we enjoy a short game drive in the park before the 4 hour journey back to Kariba.
  • Approximately two hours of this drive out is through thick inland Mopani woodland and scrub.
  • We generally aim to be back in Kariba by mid to late afternoon.
  • Connecting transfers can be made from Makuti and Chirundu taking you to either Harare or Lusaka on the same day if required.
  • However we suggest transfers out are caught the following day from Kariba.
  • Meals: B/L
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Rates Information

The Above Rates should be used as a guideline only.

  • All rates are subject to availability
  • Rates may vary according to season
  • Lodging may change depending on your budget
  • All rates may change without notice
  • Single supplement may apply
Rates Include
  • Transfers to and from the immediate safari area
  • Meals
  • Cordials and treated water
  • Equipment
  • Qualified guides
Rates Exclude
  • International flights
  • Visas
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Meals not specified
  • Insurance
  • Park fees
  • No children accepted under the age of 15 years
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