Combine three of southern Africa’s most fruitful wildlife areas on this luxury flying safari. Spend time in Hwange and Mana Pools in Zimbabwe, before experiencing the vast landscapes and wildlife of Kafue in western Zambia.
Staying on an ecologically diverse concession within Hwange National Park virtually guarantees fantastic sightings year round, including a multitude of elephant. In the Zambezi Valley the varied habitats of Mana Pools National Park range from woodland and floodplain to the Rift Valley escarpment, all of which provide rich sightings of mammals and birdlife.
The seasonally-inundated grasslands of Zambia's Busanga Plains, dotted with tree-islands, offer concentrations of plains game including rarer antelope such as roan and oribi, plus a high density of lion.
Last, but by no means least, the mighty Victoria Falls – one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World – make a fitting end to this varied itinerary.
Suggested Itinerary
-
Day 1:
Depart UK
-
Days 2-4
:
Arrive Victoria Falls & fly to Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe
On arrival at Victoria Falls, fly by scheduled light aircraft to your camp in Hwange National Park.
During your stay at Hwange, there will be morning and and afternoon/evening safaris, together with guided walks through the concession to maximise the opportunities to see wildlife.
Accommodation: Little Makalolo Camp, 3-nights
-
Days 5-7
:
Fly to Mana Pools National Park
Leave Hwange today and fly by scheduled light aircraft from to Mana Pools in the Lower Zambezi. Over the next couple of days, enjoy early morning walks in this UNESCO World Heritage Site, accompanied by an experienced guide, as well as morning and afternoon vehicle safaris, night drives and canoeing.
Accommodation: Ruckomechi Camp, 3-nights
-
Days 8-10
:
Boat & flight to Kafue National Park, Zambia
Depart early this morning by boat to Chirundu on the Zambian border – a scenic trip of around one hour – followed by a four hour drive to Lusaka. You will then continue on a scheduled flight by light aircraft to the Busanga Plains area of Kafue National Park, where you can enjoy morning and afternoon/evening safaris, as well as boat trips in the early part of the season (June and July).
Accommodation: Shumba Camp, 3-nights
-
Day 11:
Fly to Toka Leya, Livingstone; visit Victoria Falls
Fly by scheduled light aircraft flight to Livingstone. On arrival, transfer the short distance by road to your overnight accommodation in Mosi-oa-Tuna National Park on the outskirts of town.
Activities on offer here include guided tours of Victoria Falls, cultural, museum & market tours, safaris in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, and cruises on the Zambezi River.
Accommodation: Toka Leya Camp, 1-night
-
Day 12:
Depart Livingstone
Transfer by road to Livingstone Airport for your return flights to the UK.
-
Day 13:
Arrive UK
