WILD AFRICA

A 16 Day Adventure Safari in Africa – an action packed journey mixed with a touch of class!

• Vintage Walking Safari
• A Lodge stay on the banks of the Zambezi
• Lake Kariba houseboat Journey, Hot Springs and Rhino walking safari in Matusadona National Park
• Overland to the Victoria Falls; Adventure capital of Africa!

$5170.00 US per person
10 people Maximum/Minimum 6 people
(Small and Private groups can be arranged)
Depending on your departure time and place you may travel with your guide or you will be met at the airport in Lusaka.

Location
Zambia, central southern Africa – The Zambezi Valley; Chiawa Game Management Area, Zambezia Wildlife Sanctuary, Lower Zambezi National Park (Rated as one of ten best in Africa), Lake Kariba and Livingstone (Victoria Falls). Also Lusaka, capital of Zambia, (Chaminuka Private Game Farm).
Zimbabwe; Matusadona National Park which sits on the shores of Lake Kariba and Binga for the Hotsprings.

Safari Summary

This unique safari is designed to give you a journey of a lifetime through the magnificent Zambezi Valley.

Vintage walking
An exclusive, classic walking safari, with portable mobile camp and the thrill of seeing some of Africa's most prolific wildlife on foot. Visitors leave having appreciated an extraordinary journey. From the moment we arrive we are transported to a by-gone age an echo of the 1920's.

There is nothing quite like a walk through the African bush. Not only the excitement of viewing big game on foot, but also the detail of the environment, leaves one with an intimate appreciation of creation.

Our mobile walking safaris take place within the Chiawa Game Management Area and Zambezia Wildlife Sanctuary, protected wildlife areas adjacent to the Lower Zambezi National Park. We walk from the Zambezi river itself into the uncharted wilds of the Zambezi escarpment hills to the north. Without roads and accessible only by foot, the area is outstandingly beautiful and each party on safari will have endless miles of pristine, remote bush theirs to explore Each safari takes place entirely at the pace required of each group.

The area is home to an abundance of animal species, the most prolific big game populations inhabiting the flatlands close to the Zambezi river. Throughout the safari we are likely to encounter a fascinating diversity of wildlife, from elephants, lion, leopard and the antelopes, to a wide variety of birdlife.

The fully appointed mobile camp, including gramophone and squeeze box for an occasional soiree, facilitates all the elegance and comfort of travel in style. Custom built, traditional style spacious white tents sleep two. Discrete, traditional bush lavatories are built nearby camp and with hot showers, fine dining and elegant attention to detail, everything is provided for a successful safari.

Lodge stay – Kasaka (www.kasakariverlodge.com)
We head downstream to unwind at Kasaka River Lodge . Here we “go with the flow”- one day is never like the next. As the sun sets, why not enjoy an aperitif on an island overlooking the river. We plan ahead so that you can enjoy these moments.

Safaris at Kasaka River Lodge include a range of experiences to cater for every level of adventure – including morning and evening game drives in open 4x4 vehicles, game walks, painting, canoeing, fishing and sundowners on the mighty Zambezi River. The Lower Zambezi is renowned for its excellent fishing and fly fishing is becoming increasingly more popular – particularly for the voracious tiger fish. Short trips down the river by canoe can also be arranged.

Artistic Flair painting and photography safaris with professional wildlife artists can be arranged. Here you will take your equipment in to the bush to seek out subjects of your choice in the most magnificent settings. The Lower Zambezi is a photographer’s paradise where one can capture wildlife scenes against a landscape of water and African vistas.

Cultural tour
The philosophy at Kasaka Lodge is to combine a tranquil, off the beaten track destination for guests with support of the local environment, culture and natural resources. With the exception of the management team, all staff at the Lodge are locally employed. Much of the produce used for the preparation of Lodge meals is purchased from small scale garden farmers in the nearby game management area. Visits to local villages and the Magurameno Basic School will be arranged. You will learn about age-old traditions of the people and their local culture.

Overland to Victoria Falls
Next we travel by road to Kariba, taking in a tour of the Dam wall, ending the day at Warthogs Bush Camp. Warthogs consists of thatched “A” frame bashas (basically a sleeping platform on stilts). There is a cash bar, swimming pool and elephants, hippo and zebra are regular visitors. We continue by houseboat and cross the lake to the shores of Matusadona National Park, overnighting on the houseboat. We spend a full day exploring the National Park. Matusadona is best known as a refuge of the black rhino, as well as being home to all the other big game. Fishing for Tigerfish on the boat is an exhilarating experience and bream fishing can reward you with a tasty supper! For those that wish to relax, there’s little that beats a houseboat!

We then transfer to our 4x4 and travel through a very remote rural area of Africa. The road at times can be less than perfect, but offers some wonderful scenery. A picnic lunch somewhere along the way (just say when you are hungry) and we reach Binga hot springs. Soaking in the hot spring with a G&T watching the sun go down is the best way to rid yourself of the dust from the days drive. Accommodation is in chalets with en-suite bathrooms.

On arrival at Victoria Falls Town you will be transferred to your accommodation to settle in. During your stay at Victoria Falls and included in your tour price you will tour the scenic falls in your group or you may prefer to go alone. You can choose three of the following (any additional activities will be at your own cost): A Scenic Helicopter Flight over the Falls and surrounding area, a Micro-light flight, White water rafting at this world famous location, Bungi-jumping, as well as enjoying an evening cruise and a day visit to the Livingstone Museum in Livingstone for those interested. There will be enough time for the more adventurous to choose some additional activities at your own expense which are available at the Falls which is considered the Adventure Capital of Africa. This is a great place to pick up some local curios made by local people for your friends and family at home.

Our choices of lodges at Victoria Falls are dependant on your time of booking. The lodges we use are:
Victoria Falls Safari Lodge and Lokuthula Lodges www.vfsl.com
Sussi ‘N’ Chuma Lodge www.star-of-africa.com
Tongabezi Cottages www.tongabezi.com

Lusaka (www.chaminuka.com)
To end this epic journey you spend your last night at Chaminuka private game farm just outside Lusaka where you will have your final evening before departing home or continuing your onward journey.

Day 1 Vintage Safari
Arrive in Lusaka, Zambia and connect with a private flight organized by us to Kayila bush airstrip – a 25 minute flight. Here we are met by the Vintage Safaris team and walked from the aircraft some 10 – 15 minutes to camp, an echo of the 1920’s, set on the banks of the Zambezi.
Walking within the African bush is an extraordinary privilege and the day is spent undertaking introductory walks and learning more about the character of the surrounding area.
Accommodation: 1920’s style classic tents
Contractor: Vintage Safaris

Day 2
Lower Zambezi: A full day to explore the area. We might decide to walk into the hills for a picnic lunch by a spring and enjoy a fantastic panorama of the Zambezi valley. Walks are led by your guide and host and we return to camp on the river.

Day 3
Lower Zambezi – into the foothills: We break camp early to travel into the foothills of the escarpment. As we walk into undeveloped wilderness, the complete portable camp is transported and set nearby a river as it runs from the hills. Our walk brings us through a game rich area and we take time to learn more about the areas’ wildlife, recognizing tracks and signs, birding, vegetation study and bushlore.
If fresh tracks are found we can follow them to experience the thrill of walking up to animals, all the while safely guided with both armed guide and game scout’s expertise. We arrive at the new site for tea.

Day 4
Lower Zambezi - hills: A day spent exploring the hills or walking the flatlands below camp. The area offers remoteness accessible only on foot as we find deep pools of fresh water in hillside streams to stop and swim. Old elephant trails, used for generations, can be found traversing the hills.

Days 5-7: Kasaka River Lodge
Transfer to Kasaka River Lodge – a 30 minute drive.

Here we are accommodated in luxury tents, tastefully decorated with an authentic African flavour. Each has an elegantly furnished en-suite bathroom. The Bar and Dining Area both nestle amongst huge tamarind trees and are the perfect location for relaxing whilst watching the world go by on the river below. Relax in the newly constructed thatched library by the river. A log fire burns on cooler evenings. Dining provided on a full board basis with a 3-course meal in the evenings. House wine, beer and soft drinks are included. Loungers are available poolside to help you relax during the quieter part of the day – the pool also overlooks the river. Spa: a small health spa is scheduled for completion during the course of this season.

Accommodation: Large East Africa Style tents.
Contractor: Kasaka River Lodge

Day 8
Pickup from base camp and road transfer through to the famous Kariba Dam (3.5 hours). We cross the border into Zimbabwe and tour the dam wall and town. You will need, depending on Citizenship, US$ cash for the visa – not included. We will get these at the border as a group.

Overnight at Warthogs Bushcamp on the lakeshore.
Lunch and dinner provided (the camp has a cash bar).

Accommodation: Warthogs ‘A’ frame ‘bashas’
Contractor: Warthogs bushcamps

Day 9
Transfer to a houseboat on Lake Kariba. Houseboats are an ideal and relaxing way to experience the lakeshore wildlife, to fish and birdwatch. We head towards the Nyaodza area and overnight moored to the lakeshore. Meals are provided - cash bar.

Accommodation: House Boat
Contractor: Warthogs bushcamps

Day 10
We sail west to the wildlife rich shoreline of Matusadona National Park. Here we can go for guided walks to look for lion and rhino with a Professional Guide.
Overnight on the houseboat.

Accommodation: Houseboat
Contractor: Warthogs bushcamps

Day 11
Transfer to a Unimog vehicle and drive through to Binga via Siakobvu, on the southern shore of Lake Kariba - A journey using a seldom used road through a remote and picturesque piece of country. Overnight at the rest camp. Here we use Chalets and have meals in the restaurant. Guests can sit in the hot spring and watch the sun go down.

Accommodation: Binga Rest Camp
Contractor: Warthogs bushcamps

Days 12-14
Drive to Victoria Falls Town Lokuthula Lodges.

Time to organize your activities. From here you can take a short ride or even walk to view one of the seven wonders of the world: Victoria Falls. NB. It is common for visitors to cross back and forth between Zimbabwe and Zambia for different activities and to view the Falls from both sides of the Zambezi.

Accommodation: Lokuthula Lodges.
Contractor: Vintage Safaris

Day 15
Cross over to Zambia and fly to Lusaka from Livingstone. On arrival transfer to Chaminuka private game farm.

Chaminuka private game farm is 25 mins drive away from Lusaka Airport. It offers a delightful end to the safari with perhaps time for an evening game drive before drinks and dinner and final night good byes to your group.

Accommodation: Chaminuka
Contractor: Chaminuka

Day 16 Chaminuka will provide transfers to Lusaka Airport if required. Depart for home or continue on onward journey

A complete kit list, including suggested reference books, will be given with joining instruction.

Specific Details

What this includes
• All activities and instruction.
• Full board accommodation.
• All internal transfers as per itinerary

What this doesn’t include
• Airfare to Zambia and Zambian entry visas.
• Comprehensive health and personal effects insurance.
• Cost of entry Visa for Zimbabwe in US$.

Comments coming this week on these first few pictures

Thanks for the picture Mack & Rachel Bailey (Photo Credit: Bailey's - Fall 2006 Safari)

James your walking guide in the front center had a super time this Fall - Thanks for sending the picture Mack! (Photo Credit: Bailey's - Fall 2006 Safari)

Ok - were getting higher and hotter - With all our guests we decide on how much walking we do - each party decides how far and how much exercise is right for them. Mack, Rachel and friends went right up into the hills this Fall - Thanks again for the photo's Mack! (Photo Credit: Bailey's - Fall 2006 Safari)

A gentle visitor to your vintage camp - Wildlife abounds in this area and each encounter is very special - Naturally safety is always top priority - You are in safe hands! (Photo Credit: Bailey's - Fall 2006 Safari)

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