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A Trip of a Life Time to Zimbabwe's Epic Wildlife Destinations Page | 1 A trip of a life time to Zimbabwe’s epic wildlife destinations 12th November – 27th November, 2016 Designed and planned in detail by Tour Leader Timothy Jackson This is a small group departure of maximum 8 persons Photo Credit: Timothy Jackson – Kanga Camp November 2014 Other photo’s credited either to Timothy Jackson and/or The African Bush Camps Company Page | 2 Zimbabwe Saturday, 12th November, 2016 Arrival in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe You will be greeted in the arrivals area by your Tour Leader Timothy along with the local team and shortly after taken to your hotel to settle in. Victoria Falls Safari Lodge (No meals included today) http://www.victoria-falls-safari-lodge.com/ Sunday, 13th November, 2016 Victoria Falls Today after breakfast, we will visit the mighty Victoria Falls, where we can easily spend 2 hours or more enjoying the area. We will decide as a group where we wish to go for lunch. We will be collected in the late afternoon for our transfer to the Zambezi River, for our evening sundown cruise on the Ra-ikane cruise boat. Many activities are available in and around the falls to spend free time, all payable direct. We can discuss activities and meals in detail as a group. Victoria Falls Safari Lodge (B) Monday, 14th November, 2016 Victoria Falls – Hwange National Park Today after breakfast, we will be transferred to ‘The Painted Dog Centre’ in Hwange which is about 2.5 hrs drive away, here we will have time to take a tour and spend time reading the displays – donation suggested. From here we will be collected by our local guide from Somalisa Camp, whom will take us to Hwange National Park. Once we enter the park, we will take our time and game drive our way to Somalisa Camp. (Approx. 2 hours). Hwange National Park is famous for its large herds of elephants and has one of the highest diversities of species, more than any National Park in Southern Africa. With over 108 wildlife species and over 470 birdlife species, the photographic opportunities are endless. Somalisa Camp is located on a private concession within the heart of Hwange National Park and as the originating camp of African Bush Camps, it is essentially the 'heart and soul' of the company. Nestled under a grove of acacia trees, overlooking the Kennedy vlei-line, Somalisa Camp comprises of 7 tents all with en-suite bathrooms, flush toilets and shower. It has become famous for its up close and personal encounters with the elephants of Hwange who have become habituated to drinking out of the swimming pool in front of camp. Somalisa Camp (BLD) http://www.africanbushcamps.com/camps-safaris/zimbabwe/somalisa-camp/ Page | 3 Tuesday & Wednesday, 15th & 16th November, 2016 Hwange National Park Game drives, walks, bird watching and night drives within Hwange National Park and the private concession. Somalisa Camp (BLD) Thursday, 17th November, 2016 Hwange National Park - Bumi Hills Today after breakfast, we will be transferred to the airstrip in Hwange to take our scheduled flight to Bumi Hills on Lake Kariba, this flight takes about 1hr and 40 minutes. Upon arrival we will be collected and taken to the camp just a short drive away. Bumi Hills Safari Lodge is situated on top of a hill approximately 55km south west of Kariba town. With the Zambezi escarpment as its backdrop, the well-known Bumi Hills Safari Lodge overlooks the foreshore below and the vastness of Lake Kariba. S The Lodge offers a variety of activities which include game viewing in open safari vehicles, on foot accompanied by a professional guide and by boat. The sunset cruise provides guests with wonderful photographic opportunities especially of the famous Kariba sunsets. Bird watching, hide sits and casual fishing are also available. Bumi Hills (BLD) http://www.bumihills.com/ Friday, 18th November, 2016 Bumi Hills A day to unwind and take in the delights of Lake Kariba and Bumi Hills. Please note some small additional park and water use fees apply to some activities. Bumi Hills (BLD) Page | 4 Saturday, 19th November, 2016 Bumi Hills – Matusadona National Park This morning after breakfast you will take a boat ride across Lake Kariba to Matusadona National Park, here we will stay at Changa Tented Camp. A full day to explore Matusadona National Park in the area around Changa; we have the choice of doing this by vehicle and foot, or for those interested in doing a little ‘Tiger’ fishing, this is your second opportunity other than Bumi Hills. Changa Tented Camp (BLD) http://changasafaricamp.com/ Sunday, 20th November, 2016 Matusadona National Park A full day to explore Matusadona National Park. Changa Tented Camp (BLD) Monday, 21st November, 2016 Matusadona National Park – Mana Pools National Park (On the Zambezi River) After breakfast, we will take a boat transfer to Fothergill Island for our scheduled flight into Mana Pools National park. On arrival we will be met and transferred to the Zambezi Lifestyles Tented Camp. An option to enjoy some canoeing safaris on the River is included, as well as game drives and walks to explore this most delightful of areas; The Lower Zambezi Valley, in Mana Pools National Park. Here you will experience wildlife like nowhere else: As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Mana Pools National Park is one of the last remaining true 'untouched' wilderness paradises in Africa. Overlooking the majestic Zambezi River, with the purple mountains of the Zambezi escarpment on the Zambian side as the backdrop, the Mana Page | 5 Pools floodplain has high concentrations of wildlife species and offers guests an opportunity to experience a variety of species up close and personal by vehicle, on foot or in a canoe. Zambezi Life Styles is set up the day before your arrival, along the edge of the Zambezi River, and has the look and feel of a mobile safari whilst maintaining the elements of comfort found in more permanent camps. Each tent has en-suite bathrooms facilities comprising of flush toilets and al- fresco bucket showers. An open Marquee-type tent is set up as your main area where meals are served and where you can relax in the heat of the afternoon whilst enjoying the scenery. Zambezi Life Styles works well in combination with Kanga Camp to offer an overall view of Mana Pools and to give you a taste of both the riverside and inland experience of this astounding National Park. Zambezi Life Styles (BLD) http://www.africanbushcamps.com/camps-safaris/zimbabwe/zambezi-life-styles/ Tuesday, 22nd November, 2016 Mana Pools National Park (On the Zambezi River) A full day to explore the Zambezi shoreline within Mana Pools National park, by vehicle, canoe and foot. This is the day to enjoy the river before we head inland. Zambezi Life Styles (BLD) Jackson’s African Safaris David Lynn watching Elephants from the viewing deck at Kanga Camp November 2014 Wednesday, 23rd November, 2016 Mana Pools National Park After breakfast today we head inland away from the Zambezi River, to Kanga Camp, inland away from the Zambezi, deep inside the Mana Pools National Park at Kanga Pan (A seasonal water hole). Kanga Camp is unique in terms of being the only permanent camp based inland of the Page | 6 Zambezi River. The camp is located on a private concession and is set-up overlooking the Kanga Pan which is the only known water source year round between the Zambezi Escarpment and the Zambezi River. As a result, during the dryer months when water in the area has dried up, the Pan in front of camp is a hub for wildlife activity, with both predators and plains game species frequenting the area to drink from the waterhole. Between the months July through to November, guests will often refuse to go on game drives for fear of missing out on what has come to the Pan to drink. Comprising of 6 tents all with outdoor open air en-suite bathrooms, flush toilets and running water showers, this camp offers an exclusive and private experience of Africa in all its glory. Kanga Camp (BLD) http://www.africanbushcamps.com/camps-safaris/zimbabwe/kanga-camp/ Thursday & Friday, 24th & 25th November, 2016 Mana Pools National Park Two full glorious days to enjoy the activity around the water hole, or perhaps take a short walk or drive. It’s all going to happen right here! Kanga Camp (BLD) Saturday, 26th November, 2016 Mana Pools National Park – Harare After a final morning enjoying the game rich area around Kanga Pan, we will be transferred to the airstrip for our flight to Harare, the Capital of Zimbabwe, approx. 1.5 hours flying time. On arrival we will be met and transferred to the Armadale Boutique Lodge to relax and reflect of the great journey we have all just completed. We now have time to pack and organize ourselves for our journey home or onward travel plans. Armadale Boutique Lodge (B) - L & D will be determined as a group and paid direct. Several great restaurants to choose from in Harare. http://armadalelodge.com Sunday, 27th November, 2016 Harare – Home or your onward journey. After breakfast and a relaxing morning, we will be transferred to the Harare International Airport for our flights to Johannesburg, or wherever you’re onward journey is taking you. End of Services Page | 7 Cost of Adventure US$8,795.00 per person sharing The rate includes & excludes the following: SAFARI INCLUDES Accommodation 6-night plus special pricing at African Bush Camps (Low Season Rates) Game activities during ‘safari’ days All meals during the safari portions of the trip as indicated Drinks and alcoholic beverages, except premium brands whilst on safari All road and air charter transfers as described All Park fees except where
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