| Full itinerary |
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Tour highlights: Zambia, Lusaka, Luangwa National Park, Malawi, Tanzania, Zanzibar, Serengeti, Kenya |
Day 1: Zambia - Livingstone |
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We will spend the day enjoying the activities in Livingstone and finalizing arrangements for our trip.
Optional Activities: Zambezi White Water Rafting, Bungee Jumping, Elephant Back Safari, Zambezi sunset cruise, Vic Falls National Park.
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Day 2-3: Lusaka/Luangwa River |
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We will leave behind the excitement of Vic Falls and head off on our expedition. Our journey towards the bustling Zambian capital of Lusaka takes us along an interesting route. We begin the following day with some shopping in Lusaka before heading northeast towards the Luangwa River where we spend the night. This is an interesting area full of friendly locals and a walk along the river is a rewarding experience. |
Day 4-5: South Luangwa National Park |
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We will drive from Luangwa River to South Luangwa where we will spend two nights on the banks of the river. The second day is put aside for activities offered in the area. You can choose between a morning or night game drive and a guided game walk accompanied by a professional local guide. If the South Luangwa National Park is not for you, then relax by the pool. On occasion, in the rainy season it is impossible or inadvisable to attempt to reach South Luangwa National Park. If this happens, then an alternative itinerary will be chosen.
Optional Activities: Game Drive, Night Drive and Game Walk in South Luangwa National Park |
Day 6: Malawi - Luwana Forest |
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We will leave South Luangwa National Park early and pass through the Zambia-Malawi border. As we head north, we will enter the highlands of Malawi and spend the night at Luwawa Forest. There are some wonderful hikes in the area as well as other activities.
Optional Activities: Fishing, Mountain Biking |
Day 7-10: Central Lake Malawi - Northern Malawi |
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We soon catch sight of the lake where we will spend the next couple of carefree days. For those of you who are a little more adventurous, there are endless leisure and water sport activities. Alternatively, you can choose to soak up the atmosphere and relax in one of the most scenic and memorable holiday destinations in Africa! The evenings are spent beside its tranquil waters.
Optional Activities: Scuba diving, parasailing, windsurfing, fishing, canoeing, horse riding, craft shopping, hiking and more. |
Day 11-12: Tanzania – Iringa - Dar es Salaam
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This is the day that we make our way to the border crossing out of Malawi. Leaving the lake behind us, we head for our first night in Tanzania. As we climb out of the Great Rift Valley through some spectacular mountain passes, we pass the vast tea plantations in the highlands to our camp outside Iringa. The next day we transit through Mikumi National Park to the historical port city of Dar es Salaam. |
| Day 13-15: Zanzibar |
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A transfer by ferry takes us to Zanzibar where we will spend the next few days. We will get the opportunity to explore this fascinating island with its renowned architecture, beautiful beaches, colorful people and amazing history. The excursion is at your own expense and this can vary depending on your preferred level of accommodation and activities.
Optional Activities: Zanzibar Excursion: Ferry, Food, Accommodation, Spice Tours, Dolphin Tours, Scuba Diving, Snorkeling. |
| Day 16-17: Zanzibar/Dar es Salaam - Arusha |
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Today we reluctantly leave Zanzibar and catch a late ferry (or flight) back to Dar es Salaam and return to our campsite. The evening can be spent reminiscing back at the campsite. The next day we take a long and scenic drive to Arusha, the safari capital of Tanzania. It is even possible to get a glimpse of Mt Kilimanjaro if we have clear skies. After arriving in Arusha, we prepare to explore the Serengeti National Park |
| Day 18-19: Serengeti/Ngorongoro |
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There are many options available ranging from a one-day trip to the Ngorongoro crater to a three-day trip into the Serengeti. We give you every opportunity to match the activity to your budget as this is at your own expense, For those of you not going to the parks, you can take the opportunity to absorb some of the fascinating local culture. One of the guides will remain with those that decide to stay in Arusha.
Optional Activities: Serengeti / Ngorongoro Excursion. |
| Day 20: Arusha |
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We will spend our last night in this beautiful country swapping 'big game' stories around the campfire and sharing about our individual game viewing experiences in the parks. |
Day 21: Kenya - Nairobi
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After crossing the border into Kenya we continue towards Nairobi and the end of our journey. Although our tour has ended, some groups like to spend this evening together at local restaurant. Optional Activities: Dinner at Carnivore. |
21 Day Victoria Falls to Nairobi
