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Day 1 - Northern Province
Leaving Johannesburg early, we begin our trek north. Stopping
en-route to do some last minute shopping, we head for our
rustic bush-camp set on a private game reserve. We arrive
early and familiarise ourselves with the vehicle and equipment,
before camping the night. Enjoy a traditional "braai".
Day 2 - Zimbabwe Ruins
After a morning game walk, we travel the short distance to
the border where we complete formalities and then travel directly
to the Great Zimbabwe Ruins. The afternoon is spent exploring
this massive complex, and delving into the mysteries surrounding
their origin. Tonight we enjoy a night of relative comfort,
and a catered meal (own expense).
Day 3 - Bulawayo / Matobo
A short drive today, we pass through the wide streets of Bulawayo,
and on to our camp nestled amongst the precariously balancing
boulders of Matobo. This afternoon we enjoy an open vehicle
drive into the Matobo National Park in search of animals.
Day 4 - Hwange
This morning we stretch our legs with a climb on one of the
"kopies" surrounding our camp before packing up and moving
on to Hwange. This afternoon we enjoy an extensive open vehicle
drive in search of the animals for which Hwange is so well
known. Tonight we drift off to sleep to the sounds of the
wild at our exclusive bush camp in the Kennedy area.
Day 5 & 6 - Victoria
Falls
Leaving our bush-camp, we head for the amazing spectacle of
Victoria Falls, and the surrounding tourist village. We spend
two days here. There are numerous activities to pursue here,
such as bungi-jumping, white-water rafting and aircraft flips
(own expense). Clients will have leisure time to explore the
town. One evening meal will be at a local restaurant (own
expense).
Day 7 - Gwabi Camp
An early start, we have a view of the falls whilst crossing
the historic Livingstone Bridge over the Zambezi Gorge into
Zambia. Our journey takes us across southern Zambia to the
Kafue River where we set up camp at Gwabi. Relax by the pool
and enjoy a hot shower.
Day 8 - 10 - Zambezi Canoe
After a river safety and procedure briefing we begin our canoeing
adventure. These days are the highlight of the tour with excellent
bird and game viewing opportunities. Hippo and other big game
may be encountered at close range. This section does involve
a certain amount of effort, and at night we camp wild on certain
islands. We end the paddle at the Chongwe River, and camp
here on the last night. The next day we conduct a short game
walk before transferring back to Gwabi camp by boat, for a
hot shower and a catered meal (own expense). Camp the night.
Day 11 - Luangwa River
We continue north via the capital city, Lusaka, where we stock
up on provisions, before moving along the Great East Road
to our camp in the Luangwa District.
Day 12 & 13 - Luangwa
Valley
Travel on to camp on the banks of the Luangwa River where
we overnight for two nights just outside the Luangwa National
Park. We enter the southern park for some spectacular game
viewing with excellent opportunities of Leopard sightings.
Camp both nights. (Optional night drive, own expense)
Day 14 & 15 - Livingstone
Beach
Today we enter Malawi, and after replenishing stocks and spending
some time at the curio stalls in Lilongwe, we continue down
to the lake where we spend two nights literally camping on
the beach. The days are spent simply relaxing and soaking
up the sun, or for the more energetic, the crystal clear waters
offer excellent snorkeling and lovely beach walks.
Day 16 & 17 - Lake
Malawi
Following the winding road along the lakeshore, we continue
up to Chinteche, where we again camp the night on the beach,
and enjoy Lake Malawi, one of Africa's jewels. Our last stop
on the Lake is at the village of Karonga, near the Tanzanian
border, where we camp the night, and prepare for an early
start the following morning.
Day 18 - Mikumi
Entering Tanzania, we begin our journey across this vast country.
Tonight we will camp in the remote village of Mikumi.
Day 19 - Dar Es Salaam
/ Zanzibar
We arrive in Dar Es Salaam, the capital of Tanzania, around
noon. Making our way through this bustling city, we head directly
to the harbour where we embark on the ferry ride across to
the spice island, Zanzibar.
Day 20 - 22 - Zanzibar
Exploring the spice island thoroughly, we spend time at the
remote villages and sandy beaches of the north, and enjoying
the mystique and history of the Stone Town. Visit the slave
pits and participate in a spice tour, the food and fruit market
is not to be missed. Sample the local cuisine one night (own
expense).
Day 23 - Zanzibar / Dar
Es Salaam
Leaving the island behind, we board the night ferry for our
journey back to the mainland
Day 24 & 25 - Arusha
Arriving in Dar Es Salaam early morning, we are reunited with
our vehicle and then continue on to Arusha where we spend
two nights camping in this bustling town. We enjoy a full
day of curio shopping and exploring the numerous markets etc.
At this stage it is possible to view Mount Kilimanjaro , the
highest point in Africa, if the clouds oblige.
Day 26 - Serengeti
Travelling from Arusha to Serengeti we are bound to witness
the impressive Masai herdsmen, herding their cattle amongst
the game. Most of the day is a game drive with exceptional
game viewing potential, and we arrive at the Seronera camp
in the late afternoon to camp the night.
Day 27 Serengeti / Ngorongoro
Rising early we continue game viewing for the entire day,
before exiting the park and making for Simba Camp to camp
the night on the lip of the Ngorongoro crater.
Day 28 - Ngorongoro Crater
We descend into the crater on the steep dirt track cut into
the crater wall. The diverse habitats of lake, swamp, grassland
and acacia forests bring with them an equal diversity of game,
with everything one can imagine , from Flamingo to Elephant
and the ever-present Masai herdsmen. We finally exit the crater
after lunch to return to Arusha for the night.
Day 29 - Arusha - Nairobi
After a final hopeful glimpse of Kilimanjaro we head due north
to enter Kenya and to travel directly to Nairobi. We overnight
in a simple hotel with an evening farewell meal (own expense).
Day 30 Nairobi
After breakfast we bid farewell to our fellow travellers and
depart on our separate ways.
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