Days 13 & 14: Victoria Falls to Lake Kariba, ZambiaThis morning you will pack up camp and depart Victoria Falls. Exiting Zimbabwe you cross the Victoria Falls Bridge and the Zambezi River to enter into Zambia at the town of Livingstone. You head to the western waters of Lake Kariba, your base camp for the next 2 nights. The lake is one of the largest man made lakes in the world, boasting a wide variety of African game, bird life and unique flora and fauna.
Here you have the option to take a 2 night trip on the House Boats on Lake Kariba. For those who do not want to partake in the House Boats there are many activities you can do at the campsite such as fishing, canoeing, hikes, explore the local village or just relax on the tranquil banks of Lake Kariba. The campsite also has a swimming pool where you can enjoy soaking up the sun. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner is included. House Boat option 2 night / 2 day:You board the House Boats at approximately 1pm and have lunch after you have settled yourself in. You depart the harbour at approximately 2pm and sail out to the Maaze River for a beautiful sunset and overnight on the House Boats. Lake Kariba is famous for its spectacular sunsets.
The next day you can relax the entire day on the deck of the House Boat and enjoy the on board Jacuzzi. House Boats on Lake Kariba are truly one of the most relaxing ways to spend a few days. For those a bit more active in the early morning wyou can take a Fishing/Game Cruise on tender boats or you have the option to do a game walk on the island in the Maaze area.
There is opportunity to see plains game and many different species of bird life. After lunch and head to Maaze Island where you do a tour of the Crocodile Farm. Dinner is prepared on the boat while you sit back and enjoy your sundowners over the lake. Day 15: Lake Kariba to Lusaka, ZambiaAfter everyone has reunited you bid goodbye to Lake Kariba and you head north through Southern Zambia to a camp just before the capital city of Lusaka. The campsite is home to some local wildlife and has beautiful facilities. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner is included. Day 16: Lusaka to Chipata, ZambiaFrom Lusaka you cross the northeastern side of Zambia, heading to a beautiful little campsite just 10kms before the Zambia/Malawi border. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner is included. |