Day 1: Lake Kariba, ZambiaYour Zambia camping safari begins in Livingstone at 06:30am heading into Zambia. Your tour travels to the shores of the massive Lake Kariba, which are approximately 290 kilometres long and 32 kilometres at its widest. The abundance of marine and wildlife of Lake Kariba provide valuable sustenance to the local communities living on the shores. You overnight at a peaceful camp overlooking the lake, the ideal place to enjoy sunsets over the lake. Lunch and dinner is included. Days 2 & 3: Lower Zambezi, ZambiaToday you drive into the Lower Zambezi, where you will spend 2 nights at a lodge situated on the banks of the majestic Zambezi River. You will enjoy a full day of canoeing down the tempestuous river, home to the mythical god - Nyami Nyami.
This river attracts scores of Elephant and other wildlife. You spend the rest of the day bird watching and game viewing, followed by a relaxing evening around the crackling campfire, discussing the days events. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is included. Day 4: Lusaka, ZambiaToday you bid farewell to the great Zambezi River and head towards the capital city of Zambia - Lusaka. You will overnight in this bustling city, camping on the outskirts of town and stocking up on supplies for your time in the Kafue National Park. You will also visit a local craft market in the afternoon. Breakfast and lunch is included. Days 5 - 7: Kafue National Park, ZambiaToday your Zambia camping safari takes you to the northern part of the Kafue National Park, your base for the next 3 nights. This reserve was established in 1924 and covers a massive area of wetland and miombo woodland. This lush wilderness is a sanctuary for Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Puku, Lechwe and various antelope species, as well as over 400 bird species.
The Kafue River forms part of the eastern boundary of the reserve and is abundant in Hippo and Crocodile. This seldom visited area is untamed and reminiscent of the primal Africa of the past. You spend your morning and afternoons on game drives in search for the wealth of wildlife that makes Kafue National Park its home. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is included. |