ULTIMATE AFRICA SAFARIS
Zimbabwe - Land of
Kings Visit: Mana Pools, Matusadona, Hwange, Victoria Falls Highlights: all inclusive, exclusive tented camps and lodges, transfers by air, wildlife viewing from open sided 4x4 vehicles, professionally guided hikes and walks, boating, canoeing on the lower Zambezi River and on Lake Kariba, excellent wildlife and brilliant birding, guided tour of Victoria Falls. In a land once ruled by ancient African kings the mighty elephant and fierce lion now reign supreme. Days will be spent on foot, in canoes (optional) and in open 4x4 vehicles tracking wildlife with Africa's top guides. Nights will be spent in comfort with your hosts at Zimbabwe's premier tented camps and lodges. From the stealthy leopard of Mana Pools, to the snorting hippo of Matusadona; from the vast elephant herds of Hwange to the raging Zambezi River at the Victoria Falls, this safari promises to be an unforgettable wilderness and wildlife adventure! Full itinerary and trip details below: DAYS 1, 2 MANA POOLS NATIONAL PARK You will be transferred by light aircraft (included) from Victoria Falls to Mana Pools and Ruckomechi Camp - a small and very exclusive lodge situated along the Zambezi River’s edge. The afternoon will be spent in search of wildlife either on foot, by canoe, by boat or from an open 4x4 vehicle with your professional guide. Fall asleep to the sounds of hippo and hyena. Mana Pools National Park is a wildlife enthusiasts paradise. Wild and remote, the area abounds with elephant, lion, hyena, buffalo, hippo and numerous species of antelope. If you are lucky you may photograph an elusive leopard or a pack of rare painted hunting dogs. Activities at Ruckomechi include wildlife viewing drives and walks, canoeing, boating, angling, and of course, relaxing! Guests may choose to stay at Chikwenya Camp for these two nights at the same cost. MANA POOLS NATIONAL PARK, Ruckomechi Camp, all inclusive DAYS 3, 4 MATUSADONA NATIONAL PARK On day 3 you will be transferred by light aircraft (included) to Water Wilderness. Situated in a secluded hippo filled bay on Matusadona National Park's shoreline this unique lodge caters to 8 guests in 4 floating chalets each with en suite facilities and verandah. The "mother ship" houses the bar, lounge and dining room. Guests commute between their chalet and the mother ship by canoe or on the camp pontoon. The Matusadona, which translates as "falling dung" from the local Batonga language, is home to the second highest density of lion in Africa not to mention all of Africa's Big 5 wildlife species. Wildlife viewing is fantastic with large herds of antelope, elephant, buffalo, and a host of predators - not to mention black rhino. Activities include professionally guided walking safaris, canoeing along the shoreline, fishing, boating, and limited wildlife viewing drives in open 4x4 vehicles (the terrain is not suited to extensive driving). MATUSADONA NATIONAL PARK, Matusadona Water Wilderness, all inclusive DAYS 5, 6 HWANGE NATIONAL PARK On day 5 you will be transferred by light aircraft (included) to Hwange National Park and Little Linkwasha Tented Camp. Little Linkwasha Camp is located deep within the park on the exclusive Linkwasha concession, and offers an incredible wildlife and wilderness experience. The camp caters to 6 guests at a time in 3 tents. Each tent contains proper beds with duvets, is tastefully decorated, and has en suite facilities with a hot/cold shower, toilet and gas heater for cold winter nights. Once the royal hunting grounds of King Lobengula you will follow in Livingstone’s footsteps as you explore Zimbabwe's largest National Park. Enormous herds of buffalo and elephant (over 30,000) roam the plains along with giraffe, cheetah, zebra, wildebeest, and over 400 species of birds. Activities in this wildlife paradise include day and night game drives in open 4x4 vehicles, and professionally guided walks. This is Africa at its best! Guests may choose to stay at Makalolo Plains, Little Makalolo, Giraffe Springs, or Linkwasha for these two nights at the same cost. HWANGE NATIONAL PARK, Little Linkwasha, all inclusive DAY 7 VICTORIA FALLS Today you will be transferred by light aircraft (included) to Victoria Falls. Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to the Victoria Falls Hotel. The posh Edwardian Victoria Falls Hotel, built in 1904, is noted as one of the top 50 hotels in the world. It is also the closest hotel to the Falls. All of the 141 rooms are elegantly appointed and include air conditioning. After freshening up you will enjoy a guided tour of the world's largest waterfall. Known by the local name "Mosi Oa Tunya" or the smoke that thunders, the falls are a photographer's dream. The spray from the cascading water sustains a rainforest along the gorge’s edge and late afternoon regularly produces rainbows around the falls. Shy bushbuck and monkeys may be seen foraging along the paths. In the evening you will return to the Victoria Falls Hotel. VICTORIA FALLS, Victoria Falls Hotel, bed and breakfast DAY 8 EN ROUTE Today you will be transferred to the Victoria Falls Airport in time to board your onward flight.
Trip name: Zimbabwe - Land of Kings Type of safari: Premier Collection - Top quality all inclusive lodge and tented camp safari with light aircraft transfers which departs upon request on any dates. This is not a group safari and accommodations, activities, and total number of days can be altered to suit your needs. Trip length: 8 days Trip cost: US $2,795 per person January through March 2004. US $3,195 per person April through June and November 2004. US $3,795 per person July through October 2004. US $1,300 single supplement if traveling with others. Price excludes international airfare, includes internal flights. Air tickets: Click here to view airfares to Africa. Extensions:
When to travel: Wildlife viewing is best during the period April through October each year. Departures: This safari departs upon request for one or more travelers. This is not a group safari and accommodations, activities, and total number of days can be altered to suit your needs. Accommodations: The accommodations on this trip are all first class and very comfortable. From thatched bungalows to large walk in luxury tents raised, all of the rooms have proper beds with mattresses and duvets, en suite toilets, basins and showers with hot and cold running water. Other amenities include mosquito netting, lamps, purified water in carafes, insect repellent, flashlights, wardrobes, and ethnic furnishings. Age limits: The minimum age on this safari is 8. Children under the age of 8 are allowed if clients book out an entire camp (this does not apply to Victoria Falls where there is no minimum age) - as many of the lodges and camps in Zimbabwe are very small (3 to 4 rooms) this is sometimes possible at little or no premium. There is no maximum age limit. Guides: You will enjoy some of Africa’s most remote wilderness areas in the company of Africa’s top professional and learner guides. Zimbabwean guides have all had to endure many years of intense training, both academic and in the field, and are rated as the most qualified of all African guides. Your safety and comfort are their highest concerns and they carry firearms for your protection. They are also trained and prepared to respond to medical emergencies. Luggage: As light aircraft are used for several transfers baggage is strictly limited to 12 kilograms (26 pounds) packed in one soft sided bag per person. Suitcases will not be permitted. If you wish to exceed the luggage limit please inquire about the extra cost of doing so. Trip price includes: all airport meet and greets and transfers to and from camps, lodges, hotels and airports (including light aircraft transfers from Harare to Ruckomechi, from Ruckomechi to Water Wilderness, from Water Wilderness to Little Linkwasha and from Little Linkwasha to Victoria Falls), all inclusive stays at Ruckomechi, Water Wilderness, and Little Linkwasha, bed and breakfast at the Victoria Falls Hotel, guided game viewing (in open 4 x 4 vehicles, on foot, by boat, and from canoe), tour of Victoria Falls, Park's fees, MARS (Medical Air Rescue) coverage in Zimbabwe, most drinks, and 2% Zimbabwe government levy. Trip price excludes: international and domestic flights (unless stated), airport taxes, entry visas, and all items of a personal nature i.e. extra activities at Victoria Falls, trip insurance, tips and gratuities, some drinks, and telephone calls. Visas: American passport holders traveling as tourists DO require an entry visa for Zimbabwe. This may be purchased at any port of entry for US $30 cash per person. Reservations: Phone toll free 1 800 461 0682 within the United States and speak with one of our safari consultants or send us an email including the trip name, your full name, the number of people traveling, and proposed travel dates. Questions: If you would like to ask any questions send us an email or phone toll free within the United States on 1 800 461 0682 and speak with one of our safari consultants. Return to Ultimate Africa's Zimbabwe Safari Collection Links to other pages: ULTIMATE AFRICA
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