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Zimbabwe Deluxe Your professional partner for perfectly organised travel arrangements to Southern and Eastern Africa since more than 15 years Zimbabwe Deluxe Selected properties Combination of privately guided tour and Fly-in safari with guide from the respective camps Victoria Falls - Hwange National Park – Matusadona National Park Day 01: Victoria Falls On arrival in Victoria Falls you are being met by a representative of Victoria Falls River Lodge for your road transfer to the lodge, which takes about 20 minutes. On arrival we have planned in for a late lunch for you at the camp. In the later afternoon, you may like to enjoy a sunset cruise on the majestic Zambezi River, which is included in your arrangement with the lodge. Victoria Falls River Lodge L,D Day 02: Victoria Falls Enjoy one full day in this beautiful setting. We have organised for a privately guided tour of the Falls for you, which takes about two hours. One of the seven natural wonders of the world the Victoria Falls is a truly spectacular sight. On your privately guided tour of the Zimbabwe side of the Falls you have the opportunity, to experience its awesome unspoilt grandeur as your guide explains how this 150-million-year-old phenomenon was created. Start at Livingstone's statue and Devil's Cataract and proceed through the rain forest to Danger Point. The walk is approx. 3 km and there are many view points along the way. For the afternoon, you may like to relax or partaking in optional activities offered by the camp. It is also possible to participate in the afternoon game drive of the lodge in the Zambezi National Park, which is also included in your arrangement. Victoria Falls River Lodge B,L,D Day 03: Victoria Falls – Hwange National Park Today your private transfer of about 3 hours takes you a little south to Hwange National Park. The last hour of your transfer is carried out as a game drive inside Hwange National Park with game viewing en-route. The Hide Safari Camp is one of the few private camps, which is situated inside of the famous Hwange National Park, the largest National Park in Zimbabwe. This beautiful wilderness attracts a variety of animals and birds with its diversity of fauna and flora. Animals like leopard, elephant, lion, buffalo, kudu, zebra, giraffe and hippo and other plains game call this area home. Hwange National Park even offers the chance to view the rate wild dog. A lunch has been planned in for you on arrival. In the afternoon you may already like to participate in your first safari. The Hide Safari Camp B,L,D Zimbabwe Deluxe – Page 2/4 Information & Bookings: Bush Legends Ellen Spielberger 65193 Wiesbaden Germany Tel. +49 - 611 – 988 9696 Fax. +49 - 611 - 988 9698 Email: [email protected] www.bushlegends.com Day 04 & 05: Hwange National Park Enjoy 2 days in this impressive safari area. Guided game drives in the mornings, afternoon and early evening hours are carried out in open safari vehicles and with professional guides. Guided walking safaris could also be undertaken during your stay, should you wish so. Further, there are two hides where you can observe animals from and also take some nice pictures. Enjoy the special safari atmosphere in this small camp and enjoy the possibility to also listen to the sounds of the birds. As you are staying in a nice and comfortable tented camp, it is also a true authentic experience, in such a way, that also during the night, you can witness the sounds of the wilderness. 2x The Hide Safari Camp B,L,D Day 06: Hwange National Park – Matusadona National Park Today your scheduled flight takes you from Hwange across to Matusadona National Park in northeastern direction. Upon arrival at Fothergill Airstrip you are awaited by a representative of Changa Safari Camp for your short boat transfer of about 15 minutes to the camp. Changa Safari Camp is beautifully located at the shores of Lake Kariba in the Matusadona National Park. The camp is situated within a private concession and with its own lake shore, from where you can observe populations of predators, including lion, leopard, hyena and cheetah as well as elephant, buffalo and antelope. If you are lucky, you may catch a glimpse of the last remaining black rhino. Also birdlife is prolific, with 350 species having been identified in the area. Changa Safari Camp B,L,D Day 07 & 08: Matusadona National Park Experience the surroundings during your 2 days stay at Changa Safari Camp. You could participate in activities such as game drives in an open safari vehicle, game walks with a professional guide as well as idyllic boat cruises on Lake Kariba. Explore the bays and river inlets from a boat where you can see various species of bird and elephants. Even Tiger Fishing could be enjoyed on the lake. 2x Changa Safari Camp B,L,D Day 09: Matusadona National Park – Harare Enjoy your preliminary last game activity at Changa Safari Camp or simply stay in camp and relax in the comfort of your tent for the morning. After a leisurely late breakfast, it is time to bid farewell from the wilderness. Your boat transfer takes you back to Fothergill Airstrip, where you board your scheduled charter flight to Harare Airport. B B– Breakfast / L- Lunch / D- Dinner Zimbabwe Deluxe – Page 3/4 Information & Bookings: Bush Legends Ellen Spielberger 65193 Wiesbaden Germany Tel. +49 - 611 – 988 9696 Fax. +49 - 611 - 988 9698 Email: [email protected] www.bushlegends.com Season Rate per person sharing Including the Special 6 nights Package with The Hide and Changa Safari Camp Sample period mid season 07.01.2019 – 31.03.2019 EURO 3.753 01.11.2019 – 20.12.2019 Sample period mid season 01.04.2019 – 31.05.2019 EURO 4.416 01.06.2019 – 30.06.2019 EURO 4.631 Sample period peak season 01.07.2019 – 31.10.2019 EURO 5.397 Rates are based on 2 people travelling. All outdoor activities are weather dependant. There are possible combination specials of two of these camps, which would then be considered at an individual basis. Included in the costs (as per itinerary): - All road and boat transfers, accommodation and meals as per programme - Domestic flights Hwange – Matusadona - Harare on a seat-in charter flight basis as per programme - Transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle at The Hide Safari Camp and Changa Safari Camp with experienced, English speaking guide during the safari (other guests might also join on the same safari vehicle, usually there is a max. of 6 guests on a vehicle, exclusive use of the safari vehicle causes a supplement fee) - 2 game activities per day at The Hide Safari Camp and Changa Safari Camp (except on days of arrival and departure, where mostly only one or none activity is possible, depending on the schedule of the day) - Privately guided tour of Victoria Falls including National Park fees - Sunset cruise on Zambezi River with selected drinks and canapés - Entrance fees for National Parks and Conservation Areas - Selected drinks at Victoria Falls River Lodge, The Hide Safari Camp and Changa Safari Camp (except for champagne and imported spirits) - Laundry in The Hide Safari Camp and Changa Safari Camp - Certificate of Guarantee (travel price insurance card) (compulsory) Not included in the costs: - Scheduled long haul flights ex/to Europe - Visa fees Zimbabwe single entry, currently US$ 36 per person (can only be obtained at point of entry) - National departure tax for departure Victoria Falls, currently US$ 15 per person (can only be paid direct) - Lake Kariba river usage fee, currently US$ 10 per person and day (can only be paid direct) - Any tips as well as personal expenses - Any meals not mentioned in the programme, - Drinks, unless advised otherwise - Any optional services and any travel insurances Rates are subject to change. We gladly assist you with any additional services you might require for your travels in Africa. In general, not suitable for people with reduced mobility. This marking serves as a guideline and cannot replace a case-by-case assessment. If you have any doubts, do not hesitate to contact us. Zimbabwe Deluxe – Page 4/4 Information & Bookings: Bush Legends Ellen Spielberger 65193 Wiesbaden Germany Tel. +49 - 611 – 988 9696 Fax. +49 - 611 - 988 9698 Email: [email protected] www.bushlegends.com .
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