8 Nights from South Africa to Zambia |
|||||||
|
We’ll meet up at the hotel around 12:00 p.m. Departure by coach with your guide. Our first stop will be Soweto, which came to the world's attention in 1976 with the Soweto Uprising, when mass protests erupted over the government's policy to enforce education in the Afrikaans language rather than English. It has been estimated that one-third of Johannesburg’s population lives in Soweto. All eleven of South Africa’s official languages are spoken here. It is a community of extremes: on the one hand there is abject poverty, and on the other hand there is extraordinary wealth in the suburbs such as Diepkloof Extension and Selection Park. We’ll have lunch before setting out on a panoramic tour to discover Freedom Park and the unique atmosphere in this well-known neighborhood. We’ll have dinner and spend the night at a four-star hotel LS.
We’ll fly from Johannesburg to Kasane, Botswana. You’ll be transferred from the airport to your CroisiEurope lodge on board small private boats. Take advantage of your trip to observe the numerous bird species living among the flooded flatlands. You may even catch a glimpse of a few hippos or crocodiles basking in the sun! You’ll be greeted by our crew upon arrival and settle into your comfortable lodge ideally located on one of the islands created by the Zambezi River. We’ll have dinner and spend the night at the lodge in absolute tranquility at the heart of the wilderness.
We’ll journey out on a full-day safari in Jeeps to explore the Chobé National Park that is home to more than 1/4 of the total elephant population in Africa. Enjoy lunch in our “floating restaurant” in the middle of the river where the views of the surrounding nature are unparalleled. Afterwards, we’ll board small private boats and sail off on Chobé River all the way to Sedudu Island and its marshes. We’ll have dinner and spend the night at the lodge.
Join us for a trip to authentic villages on Impalila Island, Namibia, to discover the traditional Namibian houses, culture and customs. We’ll return to our lodge for lunch. This afternoon, you can enjoy time at leisure at the lodge, taking advantage of the private pools and comfortable fittings, or join us for a discovery of the Zambezi River on small private boats. We’ll have dinner at the lodge. Tonight, let a local tell you all about the traditions and customs of this particular island. We’ll spend the night at the lodge.
We’ll depart from the lodge for Kasane and head to Victoria Falls for our flight to Kariba. Enjoy a picnic lunch. We’ll set out to discover the gigantic Kariba Dam which was created in 1955 to form Lake Kariba. Today, the dam serves as a source of electric power for 70% of Zimbabwe. Reaching over 140mi/200km in length and spanning a distance of approximately 25mi/40km at its widest point, the lake flooded flatlands, hills and forests alike, creating unique and emblematic landscapes. You’ll get to discover the history and legends surrounding the creation of the lake, including the tale of NyamiNyami, the river god. You’ll be transferred to the boat to comfortably settle into your cabins. We’ll start sailing across the lake, have dinner and spend the night on board.
At sunrise, we’ll set sail through the rare and mysterious landscapes of Lake Kariba where drowned trees reach skywards from the depths of the reflecting water. We’ll set out on small private boats to discover the Gache Gache River and its unique wildlife. Gliding along its meanders, large bends and small, unspoiled inlets, you’ll be amazed by the magical atmosphere all around. We’ll return on board for lunch. This afternoon, we’ll discover one of the most impressive gorges to be found at Lake Kariba as we sail through the Sanyati Gorge until sundown. During this time, a round table will be the opportunity to learn more about the creation of the Lake, its inhabitants as well as its ecosystem. We’ll have dinner and spend the night on board.
We’ll journey out on a full-day safari to discover the area around Matusadona National Park. Bordered by the Sanyati and Ume Rivers, this 1,400km²/540 sq mi-large untouched area is home to numerous animal species such as elephants, hippos, crocodiles, buffalos as well as thousands of birds, among which the legendary African Sea Eagle, the majestic Yellow-billed Stork, or the Black Heron with its interesting hunting method. We might be lucky enough to cross paths with a big cat or two! The history of the park is closely linked with that of the lake: during the construction of the dam, the rising floodwaters affected the native wildlife although the damage was mitigated by Operation Noah, an initiative which saved the lives of over 6,000 animals. This rescue operation allowed for large mammals, big cats, impalas and more to be moved to Matusadona where hunting is strictly prohibited. We’ll enjoy lunch and dinner on board the ship and spend the night on board.
At sunrise, we’ll set sail towards Kariba to disembark and fly out to Victoria Falls. Enjoy an exceptional lunch cruise on the Zambezi River, upstream from the falls. This afternoon, we’ll leave for a tour on foot of the falls where the views are among the most exceptional in the world. We’ll also see where the Zambezi River plunges over the cliff to become the widest waterfall in the world, creating the “smoke that thunders.” Tonight we’ll enjoy a “Boma” dinner with traditional dance and music. We’ll spend the night at a four-star hotel LS.
Breakfast.
Optional early morning excursion: Soar over Victoria Falls in a helicopter (must be booked before departure). End of our services at the hotel.
Start City |
Rates are in $ USD and are PER PASSENGER sharing a twin cabin |
||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|
From Johannesburg
|
|||||
Hotel Check-in Date |
Cruise Embarkation Date |
Main Deck Suite with panoramic windows |
Main Deck Suite with balcony |
Main Deck Suite with panoramic windows - Single Passenger Rate |
Main Deck Suite with balcony - Single Passenger Rate |
Jan 17, 2018 |
Jan 21, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Jan 23, 2018 |
Jan 27, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Jan 29, 2018 |
Feb 2, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Feb 16, 2018 |
Feb 20, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Feb 28, 2018 |
Mar 4, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Mar 12, 2018 |
Mar 16, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Mar 18, 2018 |
Mar 22, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Mar 24,2018 |
Mar 28, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Mar 30, 2018 |
Apr 3, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Apr 5, 2018 |
Apr 9,2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Apr 11, 2018 |
Apr 15, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Apr 17, 2018 |
Apr 21, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Apr 23, 2018 |
Apr 27, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Apr 29, 2018 |
May 3, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
May 5, 2018 |
May 9, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
May 11, 2018 |
May 15, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
May 17, 2018 |
May 21, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
May 23, 2018 |
May 27, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
May 29, 2018 |
Jun 2, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Jun 4, 2018 |
Jun 8, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Jun 10, 2018 |
Jun 14, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Jun 16, 2018 |
Jun 20, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Jun 22, 2018 |
Jun 26, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Jun 28, 2018 |
Jul 2, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Jul 4, 2018 |
Jul 8, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Jul 16, 2018 |
Jul 20, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Jul 22, 2018 |
Jul 26, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Jul 28, 2018 |
Aug 1, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Aug 3, 2018 |
Aug 7, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Aug 9, 2018 |
Aug 13, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Aug 15, 2018 |
Aug 19, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Aug 21, 2018 |
Aug 25, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Aug 27, 2018 |
Aug 31, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Sep 8, 2018 |
Sep 12, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Sep 14, 2018 |
Sep 18, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Sep 20, 2018 |
Sep 24, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Sep 26, 2018 |
Sep 30, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Oct 2, 2018 |
Oct 6, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Oct 8, 2018 |
Oct 12, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Oct 14, 2018 |
Oct 18, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Oct 20, 2018 |
Oct 24, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Oct 26, 2018 |
Oct 30, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Nov 1, 2018 |
Nov 5, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
Nov 13, 2018 |
Nov 17, 2018 |
$6,319 |
$6,967 |
$8,421 |
$9,069 |
IMPORTANT: Dates, prices & itineraries are subject to change. |
|||||
VISAS are required for travel to Africa. Please consult with your Consulate for more information. |
Prices Include:
the domestic flight Johannesburg/Kasane • accommodation in a double cabin in your choice of category • double-occupancy accomodations in a first-class lodge and in 4* hotels - all meals • drinks served at all onboard meals and drinks served at the bar on the African Dream and at the lodge • in Johannesburg and Victoria falls, drinks include: 1 water, 1 glass of local wine or 1 soda or 1 local beer, 1 tea or coffee per person and per meal • the excursions mentioned in the program • travel assistance and repatriation insurance.
Prices Do Not Include:
international flights • flight between Victoria Falls and Johannesburg • airport taxes for international and domestic flights (including the flight between Victoria Falls and Johannesburg) • transfers • cancellation and baggage insurance • Zimbabwean visa (US$30 to this day, to be paid for on site in US$) • cancellation/baggage insurance • tips - optional excursion • the Botswana Tourism levy (US$30 to be paid for on site in US$, and likely to be applicable in the year) • personal expenses.