The Zambezi Canoe Safari - 6 Days

The Lower Zambezi National Park lies along the northern banks of the Zambezi River opposite Mana Pools National Park in Zimbabwe. The waters of the Zambezi are a focal point for the wildlife, which includes elephant, hippo, buffalo, zebra, lion, leopard, various antelope species, baboon and vervet monkey, together with a great variety of bird.

This safari can be combined with the 12 day Botswana Authentic Safari.

DAY 1: Kariba or Lusaka - Lower Zambezi River Camp

The second largest man-made lake in the world. Lake Kariba is 280 km long and 32 km wide at its maximum width. The dam wall was built at the entrance of the gorge, called by the local tribe. Kariba (little trap). We depart from the Cutty Sark Hotel or from the Lusaka Airport at +-14h00 for our campsite on the banks of the Zambezi.

DAY 2 / 3 / 4: Lower Zambezi Canoeing

We board our canoes for 3 days of canoeing on the Zambezi River. Whilst paddling down the gentle current of the river, we relax and enjoy watching the game and wildlife at close quarters. The harmonious interaction of species is combined with a profound sense of peace and serenity. In the evening we enjoy the remoteness of our bush camp.

DAY 5: Lower Zambezi

We travel through the Park to return to Lower Zambezi River Camp, either by vehicle or by boat. The Park has a population of buffalo, waterbuck, hippo, elephant, lion, zebra, hyena, leopard and numerous species of birds. The campsite offers superb views over the Zambezi and Kafue Rivers.

Day 6: Lower Zambezi River Camp - Kariba or Lusaka

We cross the Kafue River on the pontoon and arrive at the Cutty Sark Hotel, Kariba or at Lusaka Airport at 11h00.

The itinerary will depend on local conditions.

KARIBU GRADING : (4 TENT)

Very limited participation safari. Participants erect and dismantle their tents. Accommodation: 5 Nights camping. Meals: All meals when camping, unless otherwise specified. Excludes lunches on Days 1 and 6. Group size: 6-12 Participants. Canoeing: We canoe between 25 - 30 km, for a period of 5-7 hours per day, including a lunch break. No previous canoeing experience is necessary however participants must be fit and in good health. Important: Not recommended to participants over 55 years. Transfers: Transfers from and to Kariba or Lusaka are provided. Sleeping bag hire: USD 20 - must be booked in advance.