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A Taste of Zambia

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Highlights

Getting out of the vehicles and tracking game on foot in the South Luangwa.
Canoe safaris at Chongwe are not to be missed.

Sipping a Gin and Tonic in the bar at Nkwali.
Night drives at Chongwe.

The Journey

This is a trip for those who want to experience the real Africa. As well as conventional game viewing activities, the South Luangwa has become synonomous with it's additional activities including game walks and night drives. A stay on the Zambezi adds another dimension to the trip with canoe safaris and night drives also adding to this incredible experience.

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Itinerary

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Day 1 – 4 – Nkwali Camp, South Luangwa

Itinerary
On arrival in Lusaka, you will be met and presented with onward ticketing for your short flight to Mfuwe, the gate way to the South Luangwa National Park. Arrival transfer from Mfuwe to Robin Pope’s Nkwali Camp for a three-night stay. As well as your conventional game drives, you will also have the opportunity for walking safaris with your armed ranger.

Accommodation
Nkwali Camp »
Nkwali Safari Camp, on the banks of the Luangwa River in the South Luangwa National Park, is styled as a camp rather than a conventional safari lodge. Built entirely of natural materials and designed to be "open" to the surrounding bush, Nkwali hosts only a dozen visitors at a time.
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Day 4 – 7 – Chongwe River Camp, Lower Zambezi

Itinerary
This morning, you will be flown from Mfuwe down to the Lower Zambezi for a three-night stay at Chongwe River Camp. Day and night drives as well as walking and canoe safaris are available here.

Accommodation
Chongwe River Camp »
Chongwe River Camp is situated on the confluence of the Chongwe and Zambezi Rivers, a pristine sanctuary, teeming with game, and said to be one of the continent's most picturesque wilderness areas. Chongwe is owner run and managed and offers a superb safari experience.
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Day 7 – End of Tour

Itinerary
This afternoon, return to Lusaka by air from Mfuwe in order to take your onward connection.

Includes

All flights and transfers as stated
3 nights at Robin Pope’s Nkwali Camp on a fully inclusive basis to include all game viewing activities
3 nights at Chongwe River Camp on a fully inclusive basis to include all game viewing activities
Park Fees

Excludes

International flights
Gratuities
Travel Insurance
Visas
Items of a personal nature
All meals not specified

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Facts

Duration: 6 nights
Begins: Lusaka
Ends: Lusaka

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