AFRICAN VIEW TOURS AND SAFARIS Adventure Expedition Catalogue 2013
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Adventure Expedition Catalogue 2013
Zambia: “Let’s Explore”
Zambia and Botswana: “Complete Kafue”
Zambia and Botswana: “Western Route”
Description of the “Adventure
Expedition” formula
Leave everyday’s chaos and frantic living behind and immerse completely in the untamed Southern Africa:
the wild beauty of Zambia’s National parks, the rhythm and excitement of tribal dances and cultural festivals
proclaimed “wo” by UNESCO and the exclusive emotions of mysterious Botswana.
Our Adventure Expeditions bring together the breathtaking beauty of the most untamed National Parks of all
Africa, the direct contact with nature during camping nights, the exclusive sensations of the evenings around
the fire, the comfort of luxurious camping, the easy-living of small local guesthouses and the experience of
real ethnic encounters, all at an affordable cost.
The Adventure Expedition is never rushed or too packed with activities, this way participants will have the
proper amount of time to completely appreciate the best Africa can offer: nature, animals, perfumes,
people, colors, emotions, culture. Slowly tasting each sensation and allowing them to sink deep beneath
your skin you can form memories that will remain vivid in you for the years to come.
Every detail of the Adventure Expedition is carefully planned to avoid any issue or problem. However,
traveling in the wildest areas of places such as Zambia and Botswana always involves the risk that
something might not go as planned. For this reason participants will have to bring along their sense of
adventure and adaptation, as unforeseen events might call for some alterations to the itinerary to face the
real conditions found along the way.
Transfers and game drives are done of robust 4x4 vehicles; depending on the number of participants, we
will use:
2-4 pax: 1 Toyota Hilux
5-6 pax: 1 8-seats Toyota Landcruiser
7-8 pax: 2 Toyota Hilux
9-14 pax: 2 Toyota Hilux + 1 Toyota Land Cruiser
Our Camping tents are very spacious and tall, the mattresses are thick and comfortable, camp sites are
equipped with toilets and hot showers, food is prepared on the camp fire; all this and more contribute to
deliver the right level of comfort to maximize your experience.
In the main cities, accommodation will be in simple but carefully selected guesthouses, usually away from
the more trafficked areas.
Guides and drivers are Zambian residents to provide the best knowledge of the roads and places.
African View Tours and Safaris provides all camping equipment including tents, mattresses, chairs, camp
kitchen tools, etc., soft drinks during the transfers and all meals when camping: meals are coke around the
campfire or pace-lunches are prepared when traveling in remote areas. Participants are free to choose
independently where they want to have their meals in the main cities.
Vehicles, guides, accommodation (both camping and in guesthouses), game drives inside the National
Parks, fuel and meals when camping are all included in the rates.
Extras are Park Entry Fees (to be paid on site depending on the actual stay in the park), meals in the main
cities, alcoholic beverages and personal expenses (such as telephone, internet, curios, etc.)
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Zambia: “Let’s Explore”
Pages 4 - 6
Starting from Lusaka, we will visit the South Luangwa National Park, Lower Zambezi National
Park, lake Kariba and Victoria Falls, ending the tour in Livingstone.
Zambia and Botswana: “Complete Kafue”
Pages 7 - 9
Starting from Livingstone we will visit the Victoria Falls, Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, Chobe
National Park (Botswana) and we will cross the whole Kafue National Park, the oldest and largest
N.P. in Zambia, ending the tour in Lusaka.
Zambia and Botswana: “Western Route”
Pages 10 - 11
Starting from Livingstone we will visit the Victoria Falls, Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, Chobe
National Park (Botswana), Sioma Ngwesi National Park, Ngonye Falls continuing to Liuwa Plains
National Park, where in November is possible to witness an impressive Blue Wildebeests
migration crossing to Zambia from Angola and followed by a procession of hyenas, wild dogs,
and other predators. The last part of the trip will focus on Kafue National Park before ending in
Lusaka.
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ZAMBIA
Adventure Expedition: Let’s Explore
Day 1: Lusaka
Meet&Greet at Lusaka international airport and transfer to a Pioneers Camp and accommodation in a
chalet. Afternoon dedicated to relax following the international flight or last-minute shopping before
departure. Dinner in one of the many restaurants of the Capital.
Day 2: South Luangwa National Park
Departure from Lusaka right after breakfast and long transfer on a
tarred road to Mfuwe (South Luangwa National Park). Along the trip,
we will stop in the picturesque town of Luangwa for lunch. We plan to
arrive to Mfuwe in the late afternoon. set up of the camp at “Track and
Trail Camp” and dinner around the fire. night camping.
Day 3: South Luangwa National Park
Day solely dedicated to the exploration of South Luangwa National
Park with 2 Game Drives (at sunrise and in the afternoon). Wake up at
dawn and quick breakfast with tea, coffee and biscuits. The Game
drive will start immediately after dusk and continue until late morning, when we will come back to the camp,
have a nice Brunch and rest for the warmest hours of the day.
Afternoon game drive and return to the camp by 18.30. Dinner
around the campfire and night camping.
Day 4: South Luangwa National Park
Day dedicated to the exploration of South Luangwa National Park
with 1 early morning Game Drive. Wake up at dawn and quick
breakfast with tea, coffee and biscuits. The Game drive will start
immediately after dusk and continue until late morning, when we
will come back to the camp, have a nice Brunch and rest for the
warmest hours of the day. Afternoon available for another eventual game drive on our vehicles or one of the
several extra activities that can be booked directly at “Track and Trials” camp such as walking safaris, night
drives, etc. Dinner around the campfire and night camping
Day 5: South Luangwa National Park
Morning available for another eventual game drive on our
vehicles or one of the several extra activities that can be
booked directly at “Track and Trials” camp such as walking
safaris, night drives, etc. Afternoon game drive and return to
the camp by 18.30. Dinner around the campfire and night
camping.
Day 6: Mfuwe - Bridge Camp
After breakfast, we will depart for Chipata to start our way back to Lusaka. We will stop at Bridge Camp
and will be accommodated in stone chalet with external showers and bathrooms to spend the night in the
beautiful surroundings of the Luangwa river. Dinner by the fire.
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Day 7: Bridge Camp - Lusaka
After breakfast, we will leave for Lusaka. Upon arrival, we will check in our accommodation (Lantern Lodge).
While the guides will be busy buying supplies, the guests will have a free afternoon to relax after 4 days
spent camping in the bush.
Day 8: Lower Zambezi N.P.
In the morning we will start off for Chiawa Game
Management Area, in the Lower Zambezi Valley. We will cross
the Kafue river and arrive to the Chiawa Game Management
Area. We will drive through the whole GMA to reach the
border with Lower Zambezi National Park and set the camp
at Mvuu Lodge, right on the shores of the Zambezi river, and
have lunch. in the afternoon, first Game drive in the Chiawa
Game Management Area. Dinner around the campfire and
night camping.
Day 9: Lower Zambesi National Park
Day solely dedicated to the exploration of Lower Zambezi National Park with a Game Drive long the whole
day(at sunrise and in the afternoon). Wake up at dawn and quick breakfast with tea, coffee and biscuits.
The Game drive will start immediately after dusk and continue until late morning, when we will come back
to the camp, have a nice Brunch and rest for the warmest hours of the day. Afternoon game drive and
return to the camp by nightfall. Dinner around the campfire and
night camping.
Day 10: Lower Zambezi N.P.
the day is available for eventual activities that can be booked
directly at Mvuu Lodge such as sunset cruises, canoe safari,
Tiger-fish fishing or night drives in the park. Lunch and dinner at
the camp and night camping.
Day 11: Chirundu Petrified Forest, Lake Kariba
In the morning, we will leave the National Park and head to the
Petrified Forest in Chirundu, a rich archeological site full of petrified trees.
Continue to Siavonga, were we will be around early afternoon. Time available for a late lunch and afternoon
check-in at Lake Kariba Inns, beautiful hotel right on the lake’s
shores. Independent dinner.
Day 12: Lake Kariba
Morning dedicated to a detailed visit to the Kariba Dam on the
Zambezi river, that creates the world’s second largest artificial
lake. Return to the hotel by lunch time and afternoon available
for relaxing by the Lake or in the Hotel’s beautiful swimming
pools. Is also possible to rent a boat for an afternoon cruise on
the lake. Independent dinner and night at Lake Kariba Inns.
Day 13: Livingstone
Departure after breakfast for a full day transfer to Livingstone, home to the magnificent Victoria Falls. Along
the way, we will stop for lunch. At arrival, we will check-in at Gloria’s Bed&Breakfast. Independent dinner in
one of the many restaurants of Livingstone and night at the guesthouse.
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Day 14: Livingstone - Victoria Falls
In the morning, guided visit of the Victoria Falls, one of the
World’s 7 Natural Wonders. Afternoon available for curio
shopping or other activities available in the area; we
strongly suggest an helicopter flight over the falls, a Lion
walk or a Rhino walk or, for the most daring, a white water
rafting session on the Zambezi. Dinner in one of the many
restaurants in Livingstone and accommodation at Gloria’s
Bed&Breakfast.
Day 15: End of the tour
Based on the schedule of your return flight, you will be brought to the airport. If somebody will fly back from
Lusaka is possible to arrange a Bus transfer to the Capital city early in the morning (to be decided based on
specific needs).
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ZAMBIA + BOTSWANA
Adventure Expedition: Complete Kafue
Day 1: Livingstone
Meet&Greet at Livingstone International airport and transfer to
Gloria’s Bead&Breakfast where you will meet your guides and
other participants. Afternoon available for relaxing after the flight.
Independent dinner in Livingstone and night at the B&B.
Day 2: Victoria Falls and Mosi-oa-Tunya N.P.
In the morning, guided visit to the Victoria Falls. Time available
for Lunch and, in the afternoon, game drive in the Mosi-oa-Tunya
National Park. Dinner in one of Livingstone’s many restaurant
and night at the guesthouse.
Day 3: Chobe N.P. (Botswana)
Early morning start for a transfer to Botswana. After complying
with the border formalities we will cross the Zambezi River on a
pontoon. We expect to be in Botswana by 10.00 a.m. and
shopping for supplies. Enter the Chobe National Park and packed
lunch inside the Park. Game drive and, in the afternoon, we will
set our camp at Chobe Safari Lodge. Dinner around the campfire
and night camping.
Day 4: Chobe N.P.
Day solely dedicated to Game Drives in Chobe National Park with 2 Game Drives (at sunrise and in the
afternoon). Wake up at dawn and quick breakfast with tea, coffee
and biscuits. The Game drive will start immediately after dusk
and continue until late morning, when we will come back to the
camp, have a nice Brunch and rest for the warmest hours of the
day. Afternoon game drive and return to the camp by 18.30.
Dinner around the campfire and night camping.
Day 5: Kafue National Park
In the morning we will leave early to cross the border back to
Zambia and drive to
the Kafue National Park. we will enter the Park at Dumdumwezi
Gate (the Southernmost entrance) and have our first Game drive
to reach Nanzhila Plains Camp where we will set up our camp
and stop for the night. Lunch and dinner at our camp and night
camping.
Day 6: Kafue National Park
In the morning, we will leave the camp heading towards the
Elephants orphanage in the heart of the National Park. The
orphanage gathers orphan baby elephants from all around the
country and has a fundamental role in rehabilitation of these animals and reintroduction in their natural
habitat. Packed lunch and then we will proceed to Konkamoya Lodge, on the shores of Lake Itezhi-Tezhi.
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We will set the camp along the lake, in one of Kafue National Park’s most picturesque areas. Dinner at our
camp and night camping.
Day 7: Kafue National Park
Morning relax on the shores of lake Itezhi-Tezhi. Lunch at the camp
and afternoon game drive. Dinner at our camp and night camping.
Day 8: Kafue National Park - Kaingu
In the morning we will exit the Kafue National Park from the Itezhi-
Tezhi gate and head north along the shores of the lake to the Central
sector of the Park. We will reach Kaingu Lodge by lunch time.
Preparation of the camp, lunch and afternoon available for relaxing or
taking a wonderful cruise along the winding kafue river, that is
particularly spectacular in that area and populated by an incredible
quantity of birds and riverine animals. Dinner at our camp and night camping.
Day 9: Kafue National Park - Mayukuyuku
We will head north to reach the northern sector of the Kafue
National Park. we will set our camp at Mayukuyuku Lodge and
prepare lunch. In the afternoon, first game drive in the norther
sector of the Park.Dinner at our campfire and night camping.
Day 10: Kafue National Park - Mayukuyuku
Day solely dedicated to the exploration of Kafue National Park
with 2 Game Drives (at sunrise and in the afternoon). Wake up at
dawn and quick breakfast with tea, coffee and biscuits. The
Game drive will start immediately after dusk and continue until
late morning, when we will come back to the camp, have a nice
Brunch and rest for the warmest hours of the day. Afternoon game drive and return to the camp by nightfall.
Dinner around the campfire and night camping.
Day 11: Kafue National Park - McBrides Camp
In the morning, we will leave Mayukuyuku Lodge to go to the
northernmost sector of the Kafue National Park. We will arrive at
McBrides Camp and set up our camp before lunchtime. Lunch and
afternoon game drive. Dinner around the campfire and night
camping.
Day 12: Kafue National Park - McBrides Camp
Day solely dedicated to the exploration of the northern Kafue
National Park with 2 Game Drives (at sunrise and in the afternoon).
Wake up at dawn and quick breakfast with tea, coffee and biscuits.
The Game drive will start immediately after dusk and continue until late morning, when we will come back
to the camp, have a nice Brunch and rest for the warmest hours of the day. Afternoon game drive and
return to the camp by nightfall. Dinner around the campfire and night camping.
Day 13: Kafue National Park - McBrides Camp
Day available to catch the unique occasion to have some game viewing activities conducted directly by
Chris McBrides (sunrise, night drives, walking safaris, game cruise, etc.) a real living legend who has been
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living in the Kafue National Park for the last 30 years,
surrounded by his lions and leopards friends. Lunch and dinner
by the fire and night camping.
Day 14: Kafue National Park - Lusaka
After breakfast we will head back to Lusaka. In Lusaka, time
available for lunch and check in at Lantern Lodge. Time
available to relax and close the luggage. Dinner in one of the
Capital’s many restaurants and night at the Lodge.
Day 15: End of the Tour
Participants will be brought to the airport in time for their return flight.
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ZAMBIA + BOTSWANA
Adventure Expedition - “Western route”
Day 1: Livingstone
Meet&Greet at Livingstone International airport and transfer to
Gloria’s Bead&Breakfast where you will meet your guides and
other participants. Afternoon available for relaxing after the
flight. Independent dinner in Livingstone and night at the B&B.
Day 2: Victoria Falls and Mosi-oa-Tunya N.P.
In the morning, guided visit to the Victoria Falls. Time available
for Lunch and, in the afternoon, game drive in the Mosi-oa-
Tunya National Park. Dinner in one of Livingstone’s many
restaurant and night at the guesthouse.
Day 3: Chobe N.P. (Botswana)
Early morning start for a transfer to Botswana. After complying with the border formalities we will cross the
Zambezi River on a pontoon. We expect to be in Botswana by 10.00 a.m. and shopping for supplies. Enter
the Chobe National Park and packed lunch inside the Park. Game drive and, in the afternoon, we will set
our camp at Chobe Safari Lodge. Dinner around the campfire and night camping.
Day 4: Chobe N.P.
Day solely dedicated to Game Drives in Chobe National Park
with 2 Game Drives (at sunrise and in the afternoon). Wake up
at dawn and quick breakfast with tea, coffee and biscuits. The
Game drive will start immediately after dusk and continue until
late morning, when we will come back to the camp, have a nice
Brunch and rest for the warmest hours of the day. Afternoon
game drive and return to the camp by 18.30. Dinner around the
campfire and night camping.
Day 5: Sioma Ngwesi N.P. - Ngonye Falls
Early wake and crossing the border back to Zambia; we will continue moving westward to Sioma Ngwesi
National Park. set up the camp at Sioma Camp and lunch. Relax during the warmest hours of the day. in
the afternoon, visit to the Ngonye falls and return to camp by evening. Dinner around the fire and night
camping.
Day 6: Sioma Ngwesi N.P.
Day dedicated to the visit of Sioma Ngwesi National Park with
a morning and an afternoon game drives. Lunch and dinner at
the camp and night camping.
Day 7: Mongu
After breakfast, we will proceed heading towards Mongu.
arrival in the early afternoon and ceck-in in a local
Guesthouse. Afternoon available for relaxing, while the guides
will be busy buying supplies for the following part of the trip. Independent lunch and dinner and night at the
guesthouse.
Day 8: Liuwa Plains N.P.
Early morning wake up, quick breakfast and departure for Liuwa Plains National Park. we will enter the park
and head towards Kwale Campsite, where we will set
camp. depending on the time of arrival, there might be a
chance for a first game drive around the campsite area.
Dinner around the campfire and night camping.
Day 9: Liuwa Plains National Park
Day solely dedicated to Game Drives in Liuwa Plains
National Park with 2 Game Drives (at sunrise and in the
afternoon). Wake up at dawn and quick breakfast with
tea, coffee and biscuits. The Game drive will start
immediately after dusk and continue until late morning, when we will come back to the camp, have a nice
Brunch and rest for the warmest hours of the day. Afternoon game drive and return to the camp by 18.30.
Dinner around the campfire and night camping.
Day 10: Liuwa Plains National Park
Day solely dedicated to Game Drives in Liuwa Plains National Park with 2 Game Drives (at sunrise and in
the afternoon). Wake up at dawn and quick breakfast with tea, coffee and biscuits. The Game drive will start
immediately after dusk and continue until late morning, when we will come back to the camp, have a nice
Brunch and rest for the warmest hours of the day. Afternoon game drive and return to the camp by 18.30.
Dinner around the campfire and night camping.
Day 11: Kafue National Park
We will leave Liuwa Plains National Park early in the morning,
heading towards Kafue National Park. Lunch break along the
road. we plan to arrive at Mayukuyuku Lodge in the afternoon
and set up the camp. Dinner around the campfire and night
camping.
Day 12: Kafue National Park
Day solely dedicated to Game Drives in Kafue National Park
with 2 Game Drives (at sunrise and in the afternoon). Wake up
at dawn and quick breakfast with tea, coffee and biscuits. The
Game drive will start immediately after dusk and continue until late morning, when we will come back to the
camp, have a nice Brunch and rest for the warmest hours of the day. Afternoon game drive and return to
the camp by 18.30. Dinner around the campfire and night camping.
Day 13: Kafue N.P.
Day available for some extra game viewing activities conducted directly by Mayukuyuku Lodge in Kafue
National Park, such as game drives, game cruises, walking safaris, etc. Lunch and dinner by the fire and
night camping.
Day 14: Kafue National Park - Lusaka
After an eventual last game drive of the trip (to be decided on site), we will leave for Lusaka. Time for lunch
and check-in at Lantern Lodge. In the afternoon, time for relaxing, preparing the luggage and curio
shopping. Dinner in one of the many restaurants in Lusaka and night at the Lodge.
Day 15: End of the Tour
Participants will be brought to the airport in time for their return flight.
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Rates include:
- Everything as detailed in the paragraph: Description of the “Adventure Expedition” Formula
- All camping material (tents, mattresses, camp material, cooking material, etc.),
- Water and soft drinks during transfers and inside the parks
- All meals during Camping days, cooked on the campfire and/or packed-lunch during trips and
game drives.
- 4x4 Vehicles (including fuel)
- Guides
- All accommodations detailed in the above itinerary (both camping and in guesthouse)
- Game drives in the National Parks.
Rates do not include:
- International flight to and from Zambia / Botswana
- Health and travel insurances (compulsory)
- Accessories and personal items for camping (toiletries, towels, etc.), torches for personal use (there will be
camp lights around the camp)
- Visas to enter Zambia and Botswana
- National Park entry Fees
- Meals outside the camping days and during game drives.
- Extra activities that can be bought directly on-site: every lodge will be specialized in offering specific
activities that can be booked directly on site (to replace or integrate the game drives on the 4x4 vehicles).
These activities can include: canoeing safari, nigh drives, walking safaris, game cruises, etc.
- Everything not explicitly mentioned under “Rates include:” paragraph.
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