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Vic Falls to Zanzibar
This tour takes you from Victoria Falls to
Dar Es Salaam in 11 days.
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Tour Summary
Travel from the majestic Victoria Falls through Zambia, along Lake Malawi, via the tea plantations of Tanzania, finishing off in the bustling city Dar es Salaam
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Tour Code
VFD(A)11(2012)-13
A day-by-day breakdown of what to expect and where you'll be staying.
Day 1, Victoria Falls to Lusaka
After the wonder of misty Victoria Falls we head off towards the bustling Zambian capital of Lusaka.
Day 2, Lusaka to Chipata
We journey from bustling Lusaka to our overnight stop situated just a few kilometers from the Malawi/Zambia border.
Day 3 to 4, Chipata to South Luangwa National Park
After a early start we drive to the South Luangwa National Park and spend 2 nights beside the Luangwa River. There is a good chance that you might see some of parks high concentration of leopard and hippo. A visit to the community run tribal textile project and a local village is also planned. NB: In the rainy season occasionally it is impossible to reach South Luangwa NP. If this happens an alternative itinerary will run.
Day 5, South Luangwa National Park to Lilongwe
We head to the Capital of Malawi, Lilongwe where we restock with fresh supplies in the local markets. The old city centres vibrant markets, cafes, shops and restaurants are well worth a visit.
Day 6 to 7, Lilongwe to Kande Beach
This morning we have the opportunity to participate in a 2 hour city tour, before we take a scenic drive to Kande beach. We will spend the next 2 days enjoying the many optional activities available, such as horse riding and different water sports. We will go on a guided village walk in order to meet the local people and learn more about Malawi life.
Day 8, Lake Malawi
We travel further north and spend our last day in Malawi at Chitimba beach.
Day 9, Iringa
Today we leave Malawi and enter Tanzania. We ascend out of the Great Rift Valley through some spectacular mountain passes, passing vast tea plantations in the highlands before arriving at our camp outside Iringa. This evening our dinner is in a local Masai Hut where we enjoy a traditional Tanzanian evening.
Day 10, Iringa
We leave Iringa today and head north to the Mikumi National Park. Mikumi is home to lion, zebra, wildebeest, impala, buffalo and elephant and today we have the opportunity to enjoy an optional afternoon game drive through the park.
Day 11, Iringa to Dar Es Salaam
Our journey today brings us out of the cool highland region to the humid Indian ocean coastal city of Dar es Salaam. Meaning ‘house of peace’ in Arabic, Dar es Salaam is the economic and trade capital of Tanzania, but inland Dodoma remains the official capital city. Your tour ends upon arrival in Dar es Salaam.
Meals included in your tour cost
10 Breakfasts, 11 Lunches, 10 Dinners
Highlights included in your tour cost
South Luangwa National Park Game Drive
Virtually untouched by huge volumes of tourism 'One of the greatest wildlife sanctuaries in the world'
South Luangwa National Park Game Drive
Virtually untouched by huge volumes of tourism 'One of the greatest wildlife sanctuaries in the world'
There are 12 optional activities available on this trip.
Prices shown are approximate
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$90
Kande Beach Horse Riding
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$170
Chobe National Park Day Trip
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$15
Domwe Island Excursion
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$90
Kande Beach Horse Riding
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$45
Kande Beach Scuba Diving
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$20
Lake Malawi Snorkelling Trip
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$130
Lake Malawi Water Skiing
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$140
Victoria Falls Adrenaline Day
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$105
Victoria Falls Bungee Jump
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$120
Victoria Falls Microlight Flight
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$30
Victoria Falls National Park
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$130
Walk with the Lions - Victoria Falls
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28 Sep 2016 |
08 Oct 2016 |
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15 Oct 2016 |
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25 Oct 2016 |
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26 Oct 2016 |
05 Nov 2016 |
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15 Nov 2016 |
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09 Nov 2016 |
19 Nov 2016 |
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16 Nov 2016 |
26 Nov 2016 |
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26 Nov 2016 |
06 Dec 2016 |
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17 Dec 2016 |
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17 Dec 2016 |
27 Dec 2016 |
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21 Dec 2016 |
31 Dec 2016 |
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28 Dec 2016 |
07 Jan 2017 |
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ROUTE INFO AND LOGISTICS
This tour goes through: Victoria Falls, Lusaka, South Luangwa National Park, Lilongwe, Lake Malawi & 2 other destination(s) in Africa.
TOUR DETAIL
Crew: 2 crew (including cook)
Vehicle: Overland Truck
Other:
Sleeping mat included
The highlight of my trip had to be Gweru in Zimbabwe, it was my idea of paradise. So much to do there with the animals and the location of it was just beautiful!
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— John E from Canada
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