Southern Trails - Overland Trip

3 weeks: Nairobi to Victoria Falls (IMT-KAST)

Intro

Your journey begins in Kenya in Africa\'s spectacular Rift Valley, with the wide open plains of East Africa stretched before us. You\'ll be enthralled by Africa\'s tribal people and extraordinary abundance of wildlife. Make your way down through the plains of the Serengeti, explore the coastal reefs of exotic Zanzibar in the Indian Ocean, and discover the freshwater jewel of Lake Malawi. In Zambia\'s South Luangwa National Park we\'ll seek out some of Africa\'s big cats on an unforgettable evening game drive. Our incredible 3-week journey of discovery ends at one of the seven natural wonders of the world, the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls, spanning the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe.

Maximum Group Size

Fully Escorted

By 2 crew (driver / tour leader)

Transport

Fully equipped safari vehicle, ferry, 4WD vehicles

Activities

Game drives, optional water sports and activities

Accommodation

4 nights simple lodges, 16 nights camping

Meals

As per itinerary. B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner

Entrance Fees

Included for sights listed as part of the itinerary

ONWARD FLIGHTS:

Onward flights from Victoria Falls to Johannesburg are easy to book - you should speak to us at the time of booking if you require these

IMPORTANT NOTE- INCREASE IN LOCAL PAYMENT:

Due to increases in wildlife park fees the local payment has increased to reflect this. The local payment showing online includes these park authority increases.

Itineraries (Nairobi - Victoria Falls)

Day 1,NAIROBI

Arrive and meet safari crew

Day 2,ARUSHA

Early departure to cross the border into Tanzania. Continue to Arusha, a fairly developed town known as the safari capital of Tanzania. (BLD)

Day 3 to Day 5,SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK AND NGORONGORO CRATER

Travelling in specialized 4WD vehicles we view the magnificent game these parks offer. The Serengeti National Park is world renowned for the great wildebeest migrations. We also visit the Ngorongoro National Park, the largest unbroken caldera in the world that plays host to up to 25,000 larger mammals and 100 species of birds. In the afternoon of day 5 we return to our camp in Arusha. (Days 3 & 4 - BLD, Day 5 - BL)

Day 6,DAR ES SALAAM

We proceed to Dar es Salaam and our camp on the beach. (BL)

Day 7 to Day 9,ZANZIBAR

Early morning departure to the harbour where we catch the ferry to the island of Zanzibar. The little Indian Ocean island of Zanzibar is a cultural melting pot of African, Arabic and Indian cultures, and is renowned for its spices. We have two full days to explore this island with its turquoise waters and beautiful palm fringed beaches. (B)

Day 10,DAR ES SALAAM

Return by ferry to Dar es Salaam. (BD)

Day 11,KIZOLONZA

Early morning departure through pristine and stunning bush for our camp at Kizolonza. (BLD)

Day 12,LAKE MALAWI - CHIWETA

Today we cross into Malawi - known as the warm heart of Africa. Lake Malawi is home to over 350 species of fish and its fresh clear water and beaches are excellent for swimming and relaxing. Tonight we stay at Chiweta, a rustic camp on the lake shore set amongst fantastic baobab trees. (BLD)

Day 13 to Day 14,LAKE MALAWI - CHINTECHE

Our journey continues down the lake to beautiful rural Chinteche, where we camp close to the shoreline for two days. (Day 13 - BLD, Day 14 - BL)

Day 15,LAKE MALAWI - SENGA BAY

Proceed to Salima and the fantastic Senga Bay. Time to explore local villages or try out the many watersports and activities. (BLD)

Day 16 to Day 17,ZAMBIA - SOUTH LUANGWA NATIONAL PARK

Heading west we enter into Zambia and the awesome South Luangwa National Park - notably one of Africa's best-kept secrets. We enjoy 2 game drives into the park; the second will be in the evening where we make use of a spotlight to track down nocturnal species such as leopard and spotted genet. (Day 16 - BL, Day 17 - BLD)

Day 18,VILLAGE CAMP

We depart for Luangwa to our African village camp. This is a wonderful way to catch a glimpse of rural life in Zambia, as we literally camp inside the village. (BLD)

Day 19,LUSAKA

We proceed to Lusaka and camp on the outskirts of the city in a privately owned rest camp. (BLD)

Day 20,VICTORIA FALLS

Today we are bound for Victoria Falls - one of the seven natural wonders of the world. You are free to explore it at your leisure. Take an optional sundowner cruise or enjoy hoards of other adventure activities. (BL) Please note: Due to UK Foreign Office advice against travel to Zimbabwe, all 2008 tours starting or ending at Victoria Falls will now start or end in Livingstone, Zambia. Please talk to you travel agent about onward flights.

Day 21,VICTORIA FALLS

Tour ends after breakfast. (B)

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Departures

Reference	Departure		Arrival		Price GBP	Kitty	Notes
IMT-IT-KAST-081013	13 Oct 08	Nairobi	03 Nov 08	Victoria Falls	£849	0
IMT-IT-KAST-081124	24 Nov 08	Nairobi	15 Dec 08	Victoria Falls	£849	0