South Luangwa & Lower Zambezi National Park Safari Package
2021
07 Days / 06 Nights
Day 1 | Arrival in South Luangwa Welcome to Zambia!
Welcome to Lusaka’s Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, Zambia, where you are met by our representative and assisted to check in for your local scheduled light aircraft flight to Mfuwe Airport.
After a short flight, you are met by your driver and transferred by road to your camp where you check in for your 3-night stay. The camp manager will welcome and brief you on the lodge facilities and assist you to your room. You have time to freshen up and settle into your room before your afternoon game activity.
Flight time: Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Mfuwe Airport – approx. 1 hour Transfer time: Mfuwe Airport to your lodge in South Luangwa - approx. 40 minutes
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Personal Tour Consultant: Melanie Macphail
Days 1 to 4| South Luangwa National Park (3 nights)
For wildlife, and wildlife-lovers, it doesn’t get any better than Zambia’s South Luangwa National Park. With its verdant floodplains rustling with huge herds of game, mopane woodlands and indigenous hardwood forests filled with over 400 species of birds, and a mighty river that attracts thirsty animals like a magnet, it is one of Africa’s truly great wildlife sanctuaries. Over 60 different species of mammal call the South Luangwa National Park their home, drawn by the diverse range of habitats from sandy seasonal river courses to the mineral-rich alluvial floodplains that stretch out to distant blue hills. Predators such as lion, leopard, and wild dog stalk the smaller game, whilst primates such as yellow baboons and vervet monkeys swing through the trees. The Park is well-known for its huge herds of elephant and buffalo, along with its large population of leopard. The Luangwa Valley has one of the highest concentrations of hippos in Africa, estimated to be at least 50 per kilometre of river. The Luangwa Valley also boasts two endemic species: Thornicroft’s Giraffe and Cookson’s Wildebeest. Crawshay’s Zebra, with its unique evenly spaced stripes, is also a local resident. Walking safaris were pioneered in the South Luangwa National Park and are still one of the best ways of experiencing the African wilderness. There are many Bush Camps in the Park, and it is possible to walk between them, accompanied by an armed ranger.
Accommodation| Shawa Luangwa Camp
Included Activities| Daily Safari Programme in South Luangwa
Morning and evening game drives take place in electric landcruiser vehicles, providing quiet `silent safaris’ as you explore the park areas. The option of guided walking safaris where guests learn about spoor-marks, tracks, game trails and the role of the smaller creatures in the eco system, as well as providing access to the many wildlife hides to view wildlife in close proximity.
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Personal Tour Consultant: Melanie Macphail
Day 4| South Luangwa to Lower Zambezi
After a delicious breakfast in the African bush, you are transferred by road from your lodge to the Mfuwe Airport for your scheduled light aircraft flight to Royal Airstrip.
At the Royal Airstrip in the Lower Zambezi region, you are met by your driver and transferred to your camp for a 3-night stay. After checking in, the camp manager will brief you on the lodge facilities and activity schedules. You have time to settle into your room, refresh and set off on your first game activity.
Transfer time: your lodge to the Mfuwe Airport – approx. 40 minutes Flight time: Mfuwe Airport to Royal airstrip – approx. 1 hour and 10 minutes Transfer time: Royal airstrip to your camp near Lower Zambezi Park – approx. 30 minutes
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Personal Tour Consultant: Melanie Macphail
Days 4 to 7| Lower Zambezi National Park (3 nights)
With its floodplains, grasslands and tall forests, Lower Zambezi Valley supports fantastic game densities and is a great safari destination. Situated on the banks of the Zambezi River in the south-eastern part of Zambia, the Lower Zambezi National Park covers an area of 4,092 km², with 120 km of river frontage. Its distinguishing features are the rugged escarpment to the north and the mighty Zambezi River itself, and its numerous islands, lagoons, ox-bow lakes and the floodplain which attract a plethora of wildlife, especially in the dry season when there is little water elsewhere in the Park.
There are approximately 50 mammal species, including large prides of lion, leopard, buffalo, large herds of elephant, zebra, and antelope species. 378 bird species have been recorded in the Park, including many species of eagle, heron, stork, bee-eater and kingfisher. Buffalo and elephant move freely across the river and are often found on the islands in the middle of the river. Silent crocodiles and large pods of hippo are found all along the river. The Lower Zambezi National Park is one of the wildest areas in Africa and there is little human activity. The Lower Zambezi National Park is only accessible in the dry season, between mid-April and late November.
Accommodation| Baines River Camp Included Activities| Daily Safari Programme in the Lower Zambezi
Game drives on open safari game vehicles take place through the Lower Zambezi National Park in both the morning and the evening, giving an ideal opportunity to see and photograph large predators and large herds of animals. Guided walking safaris are best suited during the winter months and focus on tracks, vegetation, and birdlife. Both river cruises or canoe safaris are a relaxing alternative to view the game and birdlife along the riverbank. Tiger Fishing on a tag-and-release basis is also available to guests. *certain activities are dependent on the seasonal availability
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Personal Tour Consultant: Melanie Macphail
Day 7| Lower Zambezi to Lusaka
This morning it is time to say goodbye to this African wonderland. After breakfast, you check out of your lodge and are transferred by road to the Royal Airstrip for your scheduled light aircraft flight to Lusaka’s Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. Here, you make your way to the international departures lounge and check in for your return flight home.
Transfer time: your camp near the Lower Zambezi to the Royal Airstrip – approx. 30 minutes Flight time: Royal Airstrip to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport – approx. 20 minutes
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Personal Tour Consultant: Melanie Macphail QUOTATION & TOUR SUMMARY
TOUR PRICE* 1 May – 30 June 1 July to 31 October 1 November to 30
2021 2021 November 2021 Per Person Sharing (Double) US$4,924 US$6,036 US4,924 Total for 2 x Adults US$9,848 US$12,072 US$9,848
*NOTE: The rates are in US$ Dollars & based on 2 Adults with different seasonal rates and is subject to availability at the time of booking. TOUR INCLUSIONS:
SOUTH LUANGWA NATIONAL PARK • Meet & Greet at Lusaka airport • Light aircraft flight (scheduled) from Lusaka to Mfuwe airport • Return road transfer between Mfuwe airport and your lodge • 3 nights in South Luangwa o Shawa Luangwa Camp (or similar) in a luxury tent on an inclusive basis (includes accommodation, all meals, all local non-premium branded drinks (soft drinks, house wines, local spirits and beers), Wifi & limited laundry, 10% service charge and tourism levy, morning & evening game drives on electric game viewers, guided safari walks, bush breakfasts & lunches • National Park fees
LOWER ZAMBEZI NATIONAL PARK • Light aircraft flight from Mfuwe airport to Royal airstrip (scheduled) • Return road transfers between Royal airstrip and your lodge • 3 nights in the Lower Zambezi o Baines River Camp (or similar) in a luxury suite on inclusive basis (includes accommodation, all meals, all local non-premium branded drinks (soft drinks, house wines, local spirits and beers), Wifi & limited laundry, tourism levy, twice daily safari activities) • National Park fees • Light aircraft flight from Royal airstrip to Lusaka (scheduled)
TOUR EXCLUSIONS: - All flights (International & Internal) – where not specified - Visas & Travel Insurance - All meals not specified above - Optional/Suggested Activities - Personal items, tipping, personal refreshments, and extras
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Personal Tour Consultant: Melanie Macphail
SOUTH LUANGWA NATIONAL PARK Shawa Luangwa Camp
Shawa Luangwa Camp is set along the banks of the Luangwa River and offers guests an authentic bush experience underpinned by responsible tourism practices. The location is ideal for exploring both the park and the Nsefu sector, an area known for its remoteness and prolific wildlife, and the camp offers guests both game drives and guided walking safari activities. Shawa Luangwa Camp accommodates 10 guests in 5 uniquely styled luxury safari tents, 2 of which can convert into a family tent, in A-frame design. These tents are uniquely designed and raised off the ground to minimise their physical footprint and all overlook the river. Central to the lodge is the double storey boma giving guests a clear view of the river while dining. This newly built lodge is named after the legendary local guide Jacob Shawa, who heads up the guiding team and has worked in partnership with the owners to secure one of the most beautiful locations in the valley area. The lodge places emphasis on sustainability, conservation, and community development.
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Personal Tour Consultant: Melanie Macphail
LOWER ZAMBEZI NATIONAL PARK Baines’ River Camp
Baines’ River Camp is situated on the northern banks of the Zambezi River, directly opposite the world heritage site of Zimbabwe’s Mana Pools. Baines’ River Camp has 8 Explorer Suites and a family suite and can accommodate 20 guests. Each luxurious, freestanding suite offers an atmosphere of elegance and privacy, boasting spectacular views over the Zambezi River. The suites are equipped with air-conditioning, ceiling fans, minibars, tea & coffee making facilities, personal safes, king-size beds with pure cotton linen, and spacious en-suite bathrooms with luxury amenities, hairdryer, and dressing gowns. This luxury camp, named after the famous artist and explorer, Thomas Baines, has an ideal river location set among Tamarind and Jackalberry trees and combines the tradition of a colonial-style era with modern luxury. Guests at the camp can enjoy morning and afternoon game drives, walking safaris, river cruises, canoe safaris, and tiger fishing. Between activities, guests can relax at the pool or enjoy a spa treatment.
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Personal Tour Consultant: Melanie Macphail