BUSH AND BEACH WITH A TWIST

Including: Islands of Siankaba; Shumba Camp, Sancturay Puku Ridge; Kaya Mawa

ITINERARY AT A GLANCE

Our journey starts off on two islands located in the middle of the mighty Zambezi River situated between the “Seventh Wonder of the Natural World”, the magnificent Victoria Falls, and the world famous Chobe National Park. Moving onto the centre of the breathtaking Busanga Plains in the Kafue National Park where hundreds of hundreds of red lechwe, puku, roan ad oribi call this game rich are their home. Our journey continues to the South Luangwa, where the panoramic views of Sanctuary Puku Ridge Camp are outstanding. Built on a hillside, it provides stunning vistas of the floodplain. Kaya Mawa is our final stop. This is a uniquely stunning lodge with a feeling of contemporary rustic whilst ultimately chic. Likoma Island, surrounded by pristine waters of Lake Malawi, is widely regarded as having the best diving on the Lake, both in terms of the diversity of fish species and their sheer abundance

RECOMMENDED SELLING RATES

Effective Rates – per person sharing 01 June 2018 – 31 October 2018 {please take note of the single supplement} 2 nights Islands of Siankba, 3 US$ 10 810.00 nights Shumba Camp, 3 nights Puku Ridge and 4 nights Kaya Mawa Single Supplement US$ 2 985.00 BASED ON A MINIMUM OF 2 GUESTS TRAVELLING

Inclusions: • Road transfer from Livingstone Airport to Islands of Siankaba • 2 nights accommodation at Islands of Siankaba in a luxury room inclusive of all meals, wifi access at lodge, one trip to either the Zambian or the Zimbabwean side of the Falls per stay and curio market shopping at the top of the falls (NB passport conditions apply), all drinks (excluding premium brand spirits, wine and champagnes, daytime and sundowner cruises, fishing (catch & release (seasonal)), mokoro trips, guided nature trail walk, island picnic lunch (seasonal), cultural tour of the local villages on foot or Zambian bamboo trails bike, visit to community nursery school and laundry • Road transfer from Islands of Siankaba to Livingstone Airport • Scheduled light aircraft transfer from Livingstone airport to Kafue (Wednesday and Sunday only) • 3 nights accommodation at Shumba Camp inclusive of all meals, twice daily scheduled camp activities, park fees, laundry and all local drinks (excludes premium imported brands and champagnes • Complimentary hot air balloon excursion over the Busanga Plains only available during months of August, September and October – subject to availability and booked direct in camp only • Scheduled light aircraft transfer from Kafue to Lusaka (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday only) • Scheduled light aircraft transfer from Lusaka to Mfuwe • Road transfer from Mfuwe to Sanctuary Puku Ridge • 3 nights accommodation at Sanctuary Puku Ridge inclusive of all meals, game viewing activities, park fees, laundry services, all beverages (alcoholic and non alcoholic with the exception of champagne and premium brands • Road transfer from Sanctuary Puku Ridge to Mfuwe • Scheduled light aircraft transfer from Mfuwe to Likoma (via Lilongwe) • Transfer from Likoma Aerodrome to Kaya Mawa • 4 nights accommodation at Kaya Mawa in a standard room inclusive of all meals and the following activities: - snorkelling, walks, mountain bikes, kayaking/paddle boards and sailing • Transfer from Kaya Mawa to Likoma Aerodrome

Exclusions:

• Bar purchases, communication costs and any items of a personal nature • International flights • Internal scheduled flight Johannesburg / Livingstone and Lilongwe to Johannesburg • Travel and Cancellation Insurance • Departure and passenger taxes at Livingstone, Lusaka and Mfuwe Airports

NOTES: Luggage is restricted to 15kg (33lbs) per person in soft-sided bags and 3kg (6.6 lbs) of hand luggage per Adult in soft sided bags only. You will be allowed one piece of carry-on luggage as long as you are prepared to carry this on your lap for the duration of the flight if necessary. Strictly no hard shell suitcases can be accepted.

Contact Details

Should you wish to make a reservation, or enquire about availability, please contact: Angela McLean Tel: + 27 11 268 6826 e-mail: [email protected]

Islands of Siankaba

The Islands of Siankaba, is a luxury lodge, located on two private islands in the middle of the mighty Zambezi River situated between the ‘Seventh Wonder of the Natural World’, the magnificent Victoria Falls, and the world famous Chobe National Park.

The lodge has been developed as a luxurious five star retreat with outstanding cuisine and uncompromising levels of personal service to exclusively sleep just fourteen guests. Each of Siankaba’s seven secluded chalets has been uniquely designed to maximize comfort and privacy whilst boasting spectacular views of the Zambezi River.

The unique feature of the lodge is the series of walkways and bridges that link the two islands together. The quirky design incorporates the use of natural materials that blend in with the feel of the surrounding bush while taking full advantage of the beauty of the riverine setting.

The Islands of Siankaba is the perfect retreat for discerning travelers who wish to witness the wonderful Victoria Falls yet also escape the crowds and enjoy being in an area of exceptional natural beauty with quiet, unspoiled surroundings.

Their team of attentive professionals at the lodge looks forward to welcoming you to their ‘home’ and ensuring that your stay is truly an experience of a life time…

Shumba Camp

Located on a tree island in the centre of the breathtaking Busanga Plains is stylish Shumba Camp. Its six luxury tented units are spacious, en-suite with both indoor and outdoor showers, and all raised on wooden platforms with spectacular views of the surrounding plains.

The bar and dining area is shaded by spectacular fig trees and boasts magnificent vistas over the open wildlife-rich plains.

Dinner takes place either on the deck or in the cosy boma, along with a little Zambian culture while the camp’s main deck is a perfect place to star gaze or relax after your evening meal.

Shumba Camp is situated in the middle of the Busanga Plains in the midst of various lion pride territories and is said to provide some of the best lion viewing in Africa. These lion are often seen in and around camp. The area is also perfectly situated to see large numbers of plains game such as puku, red lechwe, Lichtenstein’s hartebeest, oribi, buffalo and wildebeest.

Cheetah and wild dog may also be seen, while a special treat is the ‘resident’ herd of rare roan antelope. For birding enthusiasts, the park boasts 491 species, including endemics such as Chaplin's barbet.

Sanctuary Puku Ridge

The panoramic views of Sanctuary Puku Ridge Camp are astounding. Built on a hillside, it provides stunning vistas of the floodplain. Lying nestled in a remote game-rich area of the park, lion, leopard, elephant and zebra can frequently be seen.

The camp has been constructed to blend into the local surroundings and designed to leave the lowest possible carbon footprint.

Each of the seven safari tents has picture windows and its own viewing deck overlooking the plains where game amble across for a drink of water. Generous and comfortable, each tent has an en-suite bathroom with bath tub and shower, as well as an outdoor shower shaded by forest, all stocked with environmentally friendly products for your pure indulgence.

Watch the sun rise from your double bed, elephants bathing from the comfort of your bath tub, perhaps even wild dogs making their way across the plains in pursuit of prey from your private viewing deck.

This area is renowned for its incredible game viewing from the main areas as well as the guests’ tents. Thornicroft’s giraffe and Crawshay’s zebra are endemic species to this area.

Kaya Mawa

Kaya Mawa, voted in the top ten 'Most Romantic Places in the World' by Conde Nast and in the Tatler top 101 Hotels in the World and most recently voted the 3rd Best Beach Property in Africa 2013 in the Good Safari Awards and a finalist in 2012. From the construction and the staff to integration within the local community, there is literally nowhere else like it.

Each room is individually designed in partnership with Katundu Textiles, a workshop set up on the island to empower single mothers. All the workforce come from the neighbouring villages and have been trained on site. The result - a uniquely stunning lodge with a feeling of contemporary rustic whilst ultimately chic.

Likoma Island is set about half way up the lake and 12 km from the Mozambique side. Lake Malawi also known as the 'Calendar Lake' as it is 365 miles long, 52 wide and, rounded up, 1 mile deep. There are beautiful sights to see all around the island, as well as great interaction with the local community.

The must-see sight of the island is St Peter's Cathedral in Mbamba town, over 100 years old and bigger than Winchester! Even if you’re not the cathedral type, it never fails to leave people awestruck. Hopefully Vincent the verger will be there to give you the grand tour – always entertaining!

Up on the north point of the island is a forest reserve, near to some beautiful beaches. Or you can head across the island to Mbamba town and see the small cobbled market where locals get their daily supplies.

Kaya Mawa is partnered with Likoma Island Divers and is a recognised PADI Resort. Two in- house dive instructors are available so whatever skills you may or may not have we can get you exploring the amazing underwater scenery.

Likoma Island, surrounded by the pristine waters of Lake Malawi, is widely regarded as having the best diving on the Lake, both in terms of the diversity of fish species and their sheer abundance. Although the diving around Likoma is pleasant year-round, the best time of year for clear visibility is from around June to December.

Temperatures range from about 22C in winter months up to 28C in the summer. May to August is a windy period on the lake but even if the surface is a bit choppy, we normally get to enjoy the same calm conditions underwater.