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Zimbabwe and Zanzibar Tour

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Duration

15 Nights / 16 Days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

Unlimited

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Overview

Tanzania – begin your adventure by the ocean in Dar es Salaam and game drive through Mikumi park
Malawi – visit Lilongwe and spend three days exploring the shore of Lake Malawi, stopping at various bays, beaches and communities
Botswana – camp within the wilderness of the park , listening bent the sounds of the nocturnal animals
Zanzibar – unwind on the pristine sandy beaches, explore historic Stone Town and choose a sunset dhow cruise or visit to a spice plantation
Zambia – spot iconic African wildlife in South Luangwa park and absorb the Zambian side of Victoria Falls at Livingstone
Zimbabwe – finish your adventure in Victoria Falls, with free time to go to the thundering cascades

From Dar es Salaam, enjoy sun, sea and sand on the tropical island of Zanzibar and therefore the beaches of Lake Malawi, travel through Livingstone in Zambia and camp within the wilds of Botswana’s legendary Chobe park , then discover the magnificent Victoria Falls.

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HIGHLIGHTS

  • Tanzania - begin your adventure by the ocean in Dar es Salaam and game drive through Mikumi park
  • Malawi - visit Lilongwe and spend three days exploring the shore of Lake Malawi, stopping at various bays, beaches and communities
  • Botswana - camp within the wilderness of the park , listening bent the sounds of the nocturnal animals
  • Zanzibar - unwind on the pristine sandy beaches, explore historic Stone Town and choose a sunset dhow cruise or visit to a spice plantation
  • Zambia - spot iconic African wildlife in South Luangwa park and absorb the Zambian side of Victoria Falls at Livingstone
  • Zimbabwe - finish your adventure in Victoria Falls, with free time to go to the thundering cascades

Itinerary

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Day 1: Dar es Salaam

Welcome to Tanzania! Upon arrival at Dar es Salaam Airport you'll be met and transferred to our campsite on the coast. . There will be a predeparture meeting at 17:00 hours today where you will meet your tour leader.
Overnight: Dar es Salaam

Days 2-4: Zanzibar

Dar es Salaam - Zanzibar. Today we take the ferry from Dar Es Salaam over to the ‘Spice Island’ of Zanziabr, where we spend the next three nights. Stroll through the streets of Stone Town, visit a spice plantation or simply laze on one of the pristine white sandy beaches, the choice is yours!
Overnight: Zanzibar

Days 5-6: Mikumi & Iringa

Zanzibar - Mikumi - Iringa. Leaving Zanzibar in the morning, we return to the mainland and head west, passing through the Mikumi National Park where it is possible to view a range of wildlife from the roadside, totally impervious to the passing traffic. We will stop in the town of Mikumi for our overnight stay. Arrival to camp is usually in the late afternoon, or early evening. On day 6, Departing early this morning we continue towards Iringa where we spend the night in a beautiful rustic campsite famous for its Amarula Hot Chocolates and its steamy showers! Be sure to keep a good book, music and a pack of cards handy as we are covering around 200 km’s today.
Overnight: Mikumi (1), Iringa (1)

Days 7-9: Lake Malawi

Iringa - Lake Malawi (Malawi). Leaving Tanzania we enter Malawi the ‘Warm Heart of Africa’ through the border post at Songwe. During our time in Malawi we will travel the length of the western side of the lake, stopping off at various bays and inlets on the way.

Our time here will be spent relaxing on the beach, horse riding in the lake or haggling for bargains at the local markets. At night you’ll see the ‘fairy’ lights of the fishermen out on the lake.
Overnight: Lake Malawi beaches

Days 10-11: South Luangwa National Park

Lake Malawi - South Luangwa (Zambia). Today we depart Malawi for neighbouring Zambia with a stop in Malawi's capital Lilongwe en route. Crossing into Zambia we head for South Luangwa National Park.

South Luangwa National Park is on the Luangwa River, the southernmost of three national parks in this region. Animals such as giraffes, buffalos and elephants can be found in abundance. The Luangwa river is home to many a hippo and croc.
Overnight: South Luangwa National Park

Days 12-13: Luangwa & Livingstone

South Luangwa - Lusaka - Livingstone. Our journey continues to take us south as we head to the impressive Mosi Oa Tunya - the Smoke that Thunders or most commonly known as Victoria Falls. On the evening of day 13 we have the option of enjoying a sunset dinner cruise on the mighty Zambezi.
Overnight: Lusaka (1) Livingstone (1)

Day 14: Chobe National Park

Livingstone - Chobe (Botswana). Leaving Zambia behind we cross into Botswana and the town of Kasane, on the banks of the Chobe River. Departing after lunch, we head into the bush for our overnight experience in the wilds of the Chobe National Park. We spend the afternoon in search of wildlife while we game drive to our camp within the park where we spend the evening surrounded by the night-time noises of the local wildlife.
Overnight: Chobe National Park

Day 15: Victoria Falls

Chobe - Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe). After our night in Chobe we leave early to continue our search for wildlife. We return to Kasane to before crossing the border into Zimbabwe and back to Victoria Falls - bu this time on the other side. The town of Victoria Falls is situated on the Zambezi River and surrounded by the Victoria Falls National Park. We enjoy our last day in the adrenaline playground of Africa, where there are optional activities aplenty here including Zambezi white water rafting, bungy jumping from 111m and flights over the Falls in a variety of airborne machines!
Overnight: Victoria Falls

Day 16: Victoria Falls

Saturday. After breakfast, we exchange addresses and part ways, having just experienced a trip of a lifetime! We suggest booking additional days after your trip to take advantage of the optional excursions available at Victoria Falls.

Included/Excluded

  • Arrival transfer from Dar es Salaam Airport on day 1
  • A fully equipped overland truck for transportation and game drives
  • All camping fees and appropriate equipment
  • Park entry and game drive in Chobe National Park and South Luangwa National Park
  • All road taxes and tolls
  • 1st night Banda (beach hut) at Kipepeo Campsite (upgrade available), 11 nights camping. Tents and sleeping mats provided
  • Services of 3 person crew (leader, driver, cook)
  • 12 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 10 dinners
  • 3 night Zanzibar Excursion including ferry transfer, accommodation, Spice Tour and Dhow Sunset Cruise
  • International flights and visas
  • Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
  • Local Payments
  • Sleeping bag - please bring your own
  • Optional activities

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