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Zambia Explorer - 8 Days






Magnificent scenery and fascinating culture, along with wildlife-rich savannas and floodplains of South Luangwa valley makes Zambia a splendid safari experience. Somak Safaris introduces you to this fascinating region starting with Victoria Falls. Enjoy intimate stays tented camps, game viewing drives, guided walks and optional activities
               



Itinerary

Day 1 & 2                                                    Livingstone (Victoria Falls) – Zambia

Upon arrival in Livingstone you are met by Somak’s representative and transfer you to your luxury accommodation at Sussi Lodge is situated on the northern edge of the Mosi Oa Tunya Park, where luxurious tree houses hide discreetly amongst giant ebony trees on a sweeping bend of the Zambezi River. Named after David Livingstone’s faithful friends, the accommodation consists of an exclusive, upmarket lodge which takes full advantage of its enchanting river-bank setting. Accommodation consists of 10 luxury tree-houses, built into the living canopy of giant ebony trees lining the bank. Each unit has a private view of the Zambezi from its own deck among the branches. The main lodge building features a spectacular raised bar/lounge deck, open air dining area, swimming pool and lawns sweeping down to the water’s edge. All tree-houses have en-suite toilet, basin, shower & bath, private viewing deck, mini bar, mosquito nets, overhead fans, tea & coffee making facilities, hair dryer. A wide choice of activities adds to the attractions of this elegant, secluded retreat.

 

The following activities are included with your accommodation:  a guided tour of Victoria Falls and rain forest on the Zambian Side, game drive in the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park where Zambia's only white rhino can be spotted, a Cultural Tour of Livingstone including a visit to the Museum and The Maramba Village, a shopping Tour in Livingstone Town, early morning or sunset river cruise on our 12 seater boat, fishing in the Zambezi River. You have a choice of 2 activities per day.  Other optional activities can be booked at an extra cost include: White water rafting, canoeing, sunset cruises, helicopter and micro light adventures, horseback safaris, Elephant Back safaris, bungi jumping and so much more! (B,L D)
Sussi Lodge

 

Day 3 & 4                                                                Lochinvar National Park

Depart by private charter flight to the World Heritage Wetlands Site of Lochinvar National Park. Here you will explore the vast wetlands noted for the herds of lechwe, buffalo, zebra, wildebeest and oribi that graze the shoreline and surrounding plains. A real draw card however, is the prolific birdlife with over 428 recorded species. The sight of huge flocks of birds dipping and swooping over the water is not to be missed. Your accommodation is at  Lechwe Plains tented camp. The exotic and beautiful Lechwe Plains Tented Camp is an African fantasy under canvas. The tented lodge, built onto teak decking, shelters under a mature grove of acacia trees on the edge of the wide Chunga Lagoon. Just 6 double units cater for a maximum of 12 guests at any one time, making this a tranquil hideaway far from the main safari circuits. Each tent has en-suite toilet, basin, shower & bath, mosquito nets, hair dryer, private viewing deck.

 

The close-up experience of living in the same environment as the wildlife offers a new perspective to the visitor. Guests will have the undivided attention of the hosts and staff, including a competent ornithologist and guide. Your individual tent has all the comforts & privacy you need.

 

Spend two days exploring the floodplains and surrounds. This park is an all year round bird watcher’s paradise with over 400 species recorded, water activities include excursions in dug-out canoes, game viewing drives in open 4x4 safari vehicles, guided walks, cultural visits to nearby traditional fishing villages. Other spots of interest are the Gwisho Hot springs and Sebanzi Hill, site of Stone Age habitation and a later Iron Age village. (BLD)

Lechwe Plains tented Camp

 

Day 5 – 7                                                        South Luangwa National Park

Again depart by private charter for the flight to Mfuwe. The travel by road approximately the 1 hour to your lodge. South Luangwa is known as one of the greatest wild life sanctuaries of the World, not surprising due the concentrations of game around the Luangwa River. In addition the topography of the area make it ideal for walking safaris allowing guests to explore the river and it’s tributaries in the care of an experienced guide. The Park is also noted for the big game species, particularly, leopard, lion, elephant and a host of antelope. Spend 3 days in the park gameviewing in open four-wheel-drive vehicles driven by a knowledgeable guide and also guided walks by a professional guide and an armed national parks scout are offered.

 

Your accommodation is at Puku Ridge Tented Camp- small and intimate, built unobtrusively close to the wild. Each of the  6 spacious walk-in canvas safari tents with a wrap around view of the flood plains below is comfortably furnished with has its own lavish bathroom which provides the option of taking a shower with the sun on your shoulders Each tent contains private bathroom facilities. Well-lit pathways cleared of undergrowth connect the tents to the main bar/lounge. The natural vegetation has been left as undisturbed as possible. All tents have en-suite bathroom, basin, indoor and outdoor showers and sunken bath, mosquito nets, private verandah, ceiling fans and hair dryers.  (BLD)

Puku Ridge Tented Camp.

 

Day 8  South Luangwa – Lusaka

Transfer back to Mfuwe for the flight to Lusaka where the excursion ends on arrival.

 

Accommodation

Guest accommodation consists of 10 luxury tree-houses, built into the living canopy of giant ebony trees lining the bank. Each unit has a private view of the Zambezi from its own deck among the branches. The main lodge building features a spectacular raised bar/lounge deck, open air dining area, swimming pool and lawns sweeping down to the water’s edge. Resident wildlife, such as hippopotamus and elephant, is likely to wander through the Lodge grounds at any time, since in the National Park they have priority.

 Sussi Lodge

 

The exotic and beautiful Lechwe Plains Tented Camp is an African fantasy under canvas. The tented lodge shelters under a mature grove of acacia trees on the edge of the wide Chunga Lagoon. Just six double units cater for a maximum of 12 guests at any one time, making this a tranquil hideaway far from the main safari circuits.

Lechwe Plains tented Camp

 

Puku Ridge is in abundance of wildlife and with comforts of a traditional old-world safari camp.
Puku Ridge Tented Camp is small and intimate, built unobtrusively close to the wild. Each of the six comfortably furnished safari tents has its own lavish bathroom which provides the option of taking a shower with the sun on your shoulders.
The diverse wildlife along the dambo offers great opportunities for photography, whether you choose to explore on foot with a keen-eyed guide, or range further a field in a safari vehicle.

Puku Ridge Tented Camp

 

 

 



Dates and Prices

 

Zambia Explorer - Tour Code ZER

 

Departs from Livingstone daily with a minimum of 2 passengers

2007 Guaranteed departures
Departure Dates   Per Person   Single
Supplement  
Round Trip
Airfare from
Jan $4200$775  
Feb $4200 $775  
Mar  $4200$775  
Apr   $4200 $775 
May  $4200  $775  
Jun $4200$775 
Jul  $4200 $775
Aug  $4200 $775 
Sep  $4200 $775 
Oct $4200$775  
Nov $3240NA 
Dec$3240NA  

Land only includes:

 

 Land prices are per person double occupancy

 All transfers as per itinerary

•  Accommodation as per itinerary,

•  Inter-camp transfers Livingstone-Lochinvar-Mfuwe-Lusaka on light aircrafts

•  All meals, teas, coffees, 2 activities per day, soft drinks, local beers and house wines

   *, laundry     service, service charge, Park entry Fees

 

Not included 

 International airfares and departure taxes

 Visa fees and associated costs,

 Items of personal nature such as phones calls, faxes,

 Tips to drivers, guides, waiters and porters,

 Medical and trip cancellation insurance,

 Excess baggage or shipping charges,

 Optional excursions,

 Imported spirits and wines, any additional activities in Victoria Falls

 Notes:

 Airfares are not included. The following are suggested flights routing to match this

    itinerary: International: USA/Johannesburg/Livingstone/ Lusaka/Johannesburg/USA.

 There might be a forced overnight in Johannesburg before your arrival in Livingstone

    (Victoria Falls) depending on time you arrive in Johannesburg. Somak Safaris can

    assist you with your flight reservations as we do have consolidated airfares to match

    this itinerary.

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