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This comprehensive itinerary includes visits to the mysterious
Great Zimbabwe Ruins, the famous Victoria Falls, Hwange and Matobos National Parks.
Other highlights of the safari include the sightings of large game (elephant and
buffalo) on the banks of the Zambezi River. Zimbabwe lies between the Limpopo
and the mighty Zambezi Rivers, in a natural parkland of 390 245 km². Trees
and flowers flourish vast numbers and wildlife abounds in the National Parks.
In this land of contrast and diversity the visitor will find, side by side, the
old and the new, but what never changes are the friendly faces of the people of
Zimbabwe, who make the visitors feel welcome wherever they go.
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| Day 1: Johannesburg - Bubye River
We depart at 06h30 from the Randburg
Towers, in Randburg, north of Johannesburg and travel via the great north road
to Bubye in Zimbabwe. Elephant and Lion Hotel. (picnic lunch and dinner)
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| Day 2: Great Zimbabwe Ruins - Masvingo
We visit the mysterious ruins of Great Zimbabwe. Zimbabwe
means "House of Stone". The stone structures are the largest ancient
man-made buildings south of the Sahara. There are few places in Africa with a
more impressive atmosphere. Great Zimbabwe Hotel or similar. (all meals)
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| DAY 3: Lake Kariba - (Fly in)
The second largest man-made lake in
the world is 280 km long and 32 km wide at its maximum width and covers 5 000
km². The dam wall was built at the entrance of the gorge and called Kariba
(little trap) by the local tribe. Caribbea Bay Hotel or similar. (all meals)
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| Day 4 / 5: Kiubo River Lodge, Zambia
The lodge is situated on the northern
banks of the Zambezi River under a canopy of magnificent African Ebony and Tamarind
Trees. Activities include game viewing and sunset cruises on the Zambezi River
and canoeing. (all meals)
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| Day 6 / 7: Kulefu Game Lodge - Lower Zambezi National
Park
The lodge is situated on the banks
of the Zambezi River in the national Park. The area is remote: surrounded by a
wildlife population of hippo, buffalo, waterbuck, lion, leopard, hyena, impala,
zebra and numerous species of birds. We enjoy early morning and late afternoon
game drives in the Park (May to December). (all meals)
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| Day 8: Kiubo River Lodge, Zambia
After breakfast we travel through
the Park to return to Kiubo River Lodge by vehicle or by boat. The scenery of
open plains and forest with a mountain background is breathtaking. Kiubo Lodge
offers superb views over the Zambezi. (all meals)
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Day 9 /10: Victoria Falls / Livingstone "Mosi-oa-Tunya"
- The Smoke that Thunders
The Victoria Falls is without doubt
one of the greatest and most spectacular sights in Africa, where the waters of
the mighty Zambezi River tumble down in continuous thunder. Various optional excursions
are available; a flight over the falls, a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River or
white water river rafting (August to December only). Days spent at leisure. Sprayview
Hotel, Rainbow Hotel, lodge/ hotel in Livingstone or similar. (hotel bed &
breakfast only)
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| Day 11 / 12: Hwange National Park
This great national park of 14 650
km², is one of the greatest wildlife sanctuaries in Africa. It is home to
over 400 species of birds and 107 species of animals including buffalo, rhino,
lion, antelope and vast herds of elephant. From observation platforms situated
at the waterholes, we can watch an endless procession of game coming to drink
and bathe. Lodge / chalet. ( all meals)
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Day 13: Matobo National Park - Bulawayo
The wind sculptured granite hills,
domed rock castles and bushman painted caves add to the unique atmosphere and
beauty of the park. Cecil Rhodes, who is buried on a summit of these gigantic
rock masses, regarded the Matobo as one of the world's most scenic points. Farmhouse
Lodge or similar. (all meals)
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| Day 14: Bulawayo - Tshipise (Fly out)
The name Tshipise is a Venda word
meaning "hot spring". The hot spring (65°C) flows into 3 separate
swimming pools surrounded by fine natural parkland of acacia and baobab trees.
(chalet with breakfast, picnic lunch and dinner)
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| Day 15: Johannesburg
Arrive 16h00 (breakfast and picnic lunch)
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(3 TENT)
Accommodation: 14
nights hotels and lodges. Meals: Dinner,
breakfast, lunch as per itinerary. The main meal is in the evening. Excludes lunches
in Victoria Falls. Group Size: 6-16
participants. Transfers: Transfers
are provided in Victoria Falls/ Livingstone.
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Fly in / out option:
Option to join the safari on Day 3
at Kariba and end on Day 14 in Bulawayo to form a 12-day safari. This itinerary
is flexible and will depend on the local conditions.
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