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Zambia Safari & The Lake

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Highlights

Getting out of the vehicles and tracking game on foot in the South Luangwa.
Private Bush Dinner for two at Tena Tena.

Sunset Dhow Cruise on Lake Malawi are a memorable experience.
Going on a guided walk to the local villages around Pumlani and interacting with the local community.

The Journey

This is a honeymoon or holiday for those who want to experience the real Africa. The South Luangwa is the 'home' of the walking safari as they were pioneered in this region many decades ago. A relaxing break on the shores of the beautiful Lake Malawi make this the perfect itinerary for those looking for a rustic but fulfilling experience of Africa.

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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. Activities here include game drives and walks.

Accommodation
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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 - 6 - Tena Tena, South Luangwa

Itinerary
This morning, transfer to Robin Pope’s Tena Tena Camp for a two-night stay. Walking safaris are the order of the day here.

Accommodation
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Tena Tena in Zambia’s South Luangwa National Park has become a favourite home-from-home for globetrotters worldwide. The words “Tena Tena” mean "temporary home" in the local language, and for many people this exclusive and luxury five tent camp is its very own safari nirvana.
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Day 6 -11- Pumlani, Lake Malawi

Itinerary
Morning transfer to Lilongwe by air from where you will continue on to the shore of Lake Malawi for a five-night stay at Pumlani. Pumlani is a stunning new lodge built on the lake shore. Relax here after your safari. There are also a wide range of activities on offer here from snorkeling to cultural village tours.
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Day 11- End of Tour

Itinerary
Today, transfer by air to Lilongwe, from where you will 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
2 nights at Robin Pope’s Tena Tena Camp on a fully inclusive basis to include all game viewing activities
5 nights at Pumlani on a fully inclusive basis to include drinks and non-motorized water sports
Additional honeymoon “extras” at both lodges
Park Fees

Excludes

International flights
Gratuities
Travel Insurance
Visas
Malawi Departure taxes
Items of a personal nature

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Facts

Duration: 10 nights
Begins: Lusaka
Ends: Lilongwe

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