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| Zambia Kafue Rivers and Plains |
| 7 NIGHT PACKAGE / 06 JUNE 2009 TO 15 NOVEMBER 2009 |
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Zambia is a large country which offers great wildlife, remote game reserves and memorable cultural encounters. Landlocked in central Africa, Zambia has a remarkably low population in a deceptively vast country meaning that this is still Africa undiscovered with a timeless sense of wilderness and remoteness.
Zambia is situated mainly on a vast plateau 3000m above sea level, and is home to the Zambezi, Kafue and Luangwa rivers - as well as one of the largest waterfalls in the world, the famous Victoria Falls, which it shares with neighbouring Zimbabwe. Most of Zambia has a mild, pleasant climate, while the river valleys are hotter and more humid; the extreme north of Zambia becomes tropical on the shores of Lake Tanganyika, one of Zambia's ten large lakes. While Lusaka is Zambia's capital, Livingstone, just ten kilometres from the spectacular Victoria Falls, is more well known to travellers as the 'adventure capital' offering adrenalin-packed activities on and around the Falls and the Zambezi River.
In regards to wildlife, Zambia offers an impressive diversity as well as large concentrations and numbers, and some of the wildest and most remote game areas on the African continent. Endemic subspecies of giraffe and wildebeest are found in the Luangwa, while enormous herds of black lechwe inhabit the floodplains of the Bangweulu. Birdlife is particularly prolific, with 740 bird species found here, including many specials; it is the southernmost extreme of the bizarre-looking African Shoebill's range for example and one of the best places to see this sought-after species.
It was in Zambia that the concept of walking safaris originated as the best way of enjoying the rich flora and fauna of the country's 19 national parks. Add to this numerous adrenalin activities on the Zambezi River, such as river rafting, bungee jumping, abseiling and canoeing, and Zambia qualifies as an all-round excellent travel destination. Here one can catch some of the biggest tiger fish in Africa within sight of a large elephant herd on the Lower Zambezi, fly over the mighty Victoria Falls in spate, or view leopard on a kill at night in the South Luangwa.
The season for the Kafue Rivers and Plains Tour in Zambia operates from 06 June 2009 to 15 November 2009.
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Departure Location: Lusaka ( Zambia )
Arrival Location: Lusaka ( Zambia )
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Departure Location: Livingstone (Zambia )
Arrival Location: Livingstone ( Zambia )
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Zambia Kafue's Rivers and Plains
7 night package
Lusaka-Lusaka or Livingstone-Livingstone
6-Jun-09 to 15-Nov-09
Rate per person sharing US $ 3,275
Single Room supplement US $ 455.00
Package includes:
accommodation on a per person sharing basis, all meals, drinks (except premium brands), national park fees, laundry at Lunga, activities and all internal charters as specified in the detailed itinerary.
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Explore the three major arteries of the Kafue National Park: The Kafue, Lufupa and Lunga Rivers. Traversing the course of the Lufupa River from its confluence with the Kafue, its mix of water from two different catchments clearly apparent, right up to the Busanga Plains takes one through the diverse habitats of riverine forest, miombo woodland, acacia- and palm-strewn floodplain, dambos and ultimately the plains themselves. This mix of habitats harbours a huge diversity of species from leopard and wild dog of the Lufupa woodlands to lion and cheetah of the Busanga Plains, Defassa waterbuck and yellow baboons of the riverine to lechwe and oribi of the grasslands. Game drives, nature walks and boating ensure an interesting and varied exposure to the environment and associated bird and mammal life in this trip that offers the best of Kafue.
Brief Itinerary
Days 1, 2 & 3: Air charter from Lusaka to Lufupa Camp, central Kafue National Park
Days 4, 5 & 6: Drive to Musanza Tented Camp, Busanga Plains, north-western Kafue
Day 7: Drive to Lunga River Lodge, Lunga River, north-eastern Kafue
Day 8: Air charter to Lusaka
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This Exploration has the following unique features:
The Lufupa and Lunga Rivers are the two major tributaries of the Kafue River and between them are the arteries of the Kafue National Park. This Exploration discovers of all three of these rivers as well the unique Busanga Plains. The diversity of the habitats explored ensures excellent all round game and bird viewing with some unique specials.
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The spectacular Busanga Plains in the north of the Kafue is a vast flat expanse, one of Zambia's most significant wetland resources. This enormous wilderness is cut through by three rivers: The Kafue, Lufupa and Lunga. The mix of habitats from the open grassy plains of Busanga to the lush vegetation fringing the rivers allows for different impressions and highlights, creating fascinating ever-changing safari.
Days 1, 2 & 3: Lufupa Camp, northern Kafue
Upon arrival at Lusaka airport you are met by a representative of Sefofane Air Charters who will transfer you by light aircraft to Kafue National Park. Your private guide will meet you at the airstrip in Kafue and transfer the group to Lufupa Camp. This transfer is approximately 1 hour in duration, and en route we may encounter eland, roan and sable to name a few. Accommodation is in 6 large Meru-style tents with en-suite facilities. Dining and bar area are under huge jackalberry trees, overlooking the Kafue River. Dinners served in a traditional-style boma under the stars, next to a lively campfire or in the tented dining room overlooking this impressive river.
Lufupa Camp is situated in the centre of the northern sector of the 22 500 square kilometre Kafue National Park, at the confluence of the Lufupa and Kafue rivers; these and the Lunga River are all perennial tributaries of the Kafue River. The beauty of the park is evident in its diverse habitats with floodplains, miombo woodland, thick riverine vegetation and open grassy areas called dambos. There are resident prides of lion and leopard is frequently seen. Wild dog are occasionally sighted. There is also a wide variety of plains game ranging from zebra, buffalo, roan, Lichtenstein's hartebeest, sable, kudu and impala to the diminutive oribi. Elephant are also often seen roaming through the concession.
Days 4, 5 & 6: Musanza Tented Camp, Busanga floodplain, north-western Kafue
Depart Lufupa for an early morning game / transfer drive to Musanza Tented Camp. Musanza Tented Camp is located deep inside the wildlife haven of the Busanga Plains of Kafue National Park. Accommodation consists of four well-appointed tents with wall-to-wall views of the spectacular wildlife that frequents the grassy plains. The main dining and bar area are tented and situated under a majestic canopy of trees. The simple bush style of this camp creates the perfect atmosphere to enjoy dinner under a canopy of stars around a campfire.
The Busanga Plains' most dominant antelope species include red lechwe and puku, while buffalo, bushbuck, kudu, oribi, reedbuck, Lichtenstein's hartebeest, sable and roan are also often viewed in this enormous open plains system. There are also hippo and crocodile; however the main plains predators are lion and cheetah and spotted hyaena with wild dogs less often seen. Leopard can also be spotted along the wooded tree lines fringing the plains, as well as elephant. Bird life is fantastic, with large flocks of Pelicans, Crowned Cranes and Wattled Crane in the plains at certain times of the year.
Day 7: Lunga River Lodge, Lunga River, northern Kafue
After an early breakfast, we transfer by road to Lunga River Lodge, enjoying our last shortened game drive on the Busanga Plains as we leave the area and re-enter the Miombo woodland. Located on a raised bank of the Lunga River and within lush riparian bush, each of Lunga River Lodge's six thatched-roof chalets share a beautiful vantage point over the river's meandering channel. Each room is stylishly furnished (with minimalist touches) and includes an en-suite shower, flush toilet and vanity basin.
The deep and clear Lunga River is the largest tributary of the Kafue River and flows north to south through a mosaic of miombo woodland, riverine woodland and grassy dambos in the north-east of the Kafue National Park. Species like puku and impala are abundant while roan and Lichtenstein's hartebeest occur in lower densities. Viewing of buffalo herds and elephant bulls is good while lion and leopard are regularly encountered. Additional interesting species in the form of yellow baboons and tree hyrax can be found in the vicinity of the camp while a high-density hippo population occurs in the Lunga River. Activities include game drives, walking safaris, guided canoe and boating trips as well as fishing. Night drives provide the added excitement of the nocturnal wonders of the area.
Day 8: Depart Kafue National Park
Early morning light aircraft transfer from Lunga River Lodge to Lusaka Airport, where the safari ends.
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- We will gladly arrange tailor-made departures, subject to the availability of space.
- Each departure is guaranteed from a minimum of 2 confirmed guests and operates with a maximum of 8 guests per safari.
- Should all other bookings on an Exploration cancel to one guest, we will convert the booking to an FIT package at an increased price.
- Package includes: accommodation on a per person sharing basis, all meals, drinks (except premium brands), national park fees, laundry at Lunga, activities and all internal charters as specified in the detailed itinerary.
- Package excludes: flights (other than specified in the detailed safari itinerary), flight taxes (US$25 per person payable on departure for international flights and U$8 per person payable on departure for internal flights), visas, compulsory insurance, all relevant entry and departure government taxes, all personal purchases (including curios, spirit liquors, telephone calls etc.), gratuities, optional extra activities and all pre and post safari tours, meals and accommodation.
- Age Limits - Children from the age of 12 are welcome on all scheduled departures. For parties with children under 12, a private tailor-made safari will be quoted for on request. For guests over the age of 75, a certified medical certificate of full health must be submitted on booking confirmation.
- Wilderness Safaris reserve the right, due to situations beyond our control, to substitute a lodge or location with another of comparable quality at no additional cost.
- If a guest is willing to share and we can match with another guest of the same gender, the single supplement will not be charged. However, if there is no suitable match, the single supplement surcharge will apply. No triple rooms are accepted.
- Guests have a choice to start or end their trip in Livingstone or Lusaka at no additional cost; please advise which option is required at time of booking.
- A recommend add-on to the Kafue's River & Plains would be an additional night or two at Toka Leya before or after the trip, if guests will be starting or ending in Livingstone.
- The season for this Tour in Zambia operates from 06 June 2009 to 15 November 2009.
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Sequence of set dates for the Migration Route is:
Language / Departure Day / Departure Date / Depart From / Finish Day / Finish Date / Finish In
- English Saturday 06 June LVI/Lusaka Saturday 13 June LVI/Lusaka
- English Tuesday 09 June LVI/Lusaka Tuesday 16 June LVI/Lusaka
- English Saturday 13 June LVI/Lusaka Saturday 20 June LVI/Lusaka
- English Tuesday 16 June LVI/Lusaka Tuesday 23 June LVI/Lusaka
- English Saturday 20 June LVI/Lusaka Saturday 27 June LVI/Lusaka
- English Tuesday 23 June LVI/Lusaka Tuesday 30 June LVI/Lusaka
- English Saturday 27 June LVI/Lusaka Saturday 04 July LVI/Lusaka
- English Tuesday 30 June LVI/Lusaka Tuesday 07 July LVI/Lusaka
- English Saturday 04 July LVI/Lusaka Saturday 11 July LVI/Lusaka
- English Tuesday 07 July LVI/Lusaka Tuesday 14 July LVI/Lusaka
- English Saturday 11 July LVI/Lusaka Saturday 18 July LVI/Lusaka
- English Tuesday 14 July LVI/Lusaka Tuesday 21 July LVI/Lusaka
- English Saturday 18 July LVI/Lusaka Saturday 25 July LVI/Lusaka
- English Tuesday 21 July LVI/Lusaka Tuesday 28 July LVI/Lusaka
- English Saturday 25 July LVI/Lusaka Saturday 01 August LVI/Lusaka
- English Tuesday 28 July LVI/Lusaka Tuesday 04 August LVI/Lusaka
- English Saturday 01 August LVI/Lusaka Saturday 08 August LVI/Lusaka
- English Tuesday 04 August LVI/Lusaka Tuesday 11 August LVI/Lusaka
- English Saturday 08 August LVI/Lusaka Saturday 15 August LVI/Lusaka
- English Tuesday 11 August LVI/Lusaka Tuesday 18 August LVI/Lusaka
- English Saturday 15 August LVI/Lusaka Saturday 22 August LVI/Lusaka
- English Tuesday 18 August LVI/Lusaka Tuesday 25 August LVI/Lusaka
- English Saturday 22 August LVI/Lusaka Saturday 29 August LVI/Lusaka
- English Tuesday 25 August LVI/Lusaka Tuesday 01 September LVI/Lusaka
- English Saturday 29 August LVI/Lusaka Saturday 08 September LVI/Lusaka
- English Tuesday 01 September LVI/Lusaka Tuesday 08 September LVI/Lusaka
- English Saturday 05 September LVI/Lusaka Saturday 12 September LVI/Lusaka
- English Tuesday 08 September LVI/Lusaka Tuesday 15 September LVI/Lusaka
- English Saturday 12 September LVI/Lusaka Saturday 19 September LVI/Lusaka
- English Tuesday 15 September LVI/Lusaka Tuesday 22 September LVI/Lusaka
- English Saturday 19 September LVI/Lusaka Saturday 26 September LVI/Lusaka
- English Tuesday 22 September LVI/Lusaka Tuesday 29 September LVI/Lusaka
- English Saturday 26 September LVI/Lusaka Saturday 03 October LVI/Lusaka
- English Tuesday 29 September LVI/Lusaka Tuesday 06 October LVI/Lusaka
- English Saturday 03 October LVI/Lusaka Saturday 10 October LVI/Lusaka
- English Tuesday 06 October LVI/Lusaka Tuesday 13 October LVI/Lusaka
- English Saturday 10 October LVI/Lusaka Saturday 17 October LVI/Lusaka
- English Tuesday 13 October LVI/Lusaka Tuesday 20 October LVI/Lusaka
- English Saturday 17 October LVI/Lusaka Saturday 24 October LVI/Lusaka
- English Tuesday 20 October LVI/Lusaka Tuesday 27 October LVI/Lusaka
- English Saturday 24 October LVI/Lusaka Saturday 31 October LVI/Lusaka
- English Tuesday 27 October LVI/Lusaka Tuesday 03 November LVI/Lusaka
- English Saturday 31 October LVI/Lusaka Saturday 07 November LVI/Lusaka
- English Tuesday 03 November LVI/Lusaka Tuesday 10 November LVI/Lusaka
- English Saturday 07 November LVI/Lusaka Saturday 14 November LVI/Lusaka
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