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A superb canoe and walking safari in the Zambezi Valley in Zambia.
After the arrival of the group flight in the early afternoon, we transfer to the Zambezi River. Most of this road transfer to the start of the safari is on tar road with the last section of the journey being along a bush dirt track making a change to a 4WD vehicle is necessary. Depending on the time we arrive at the Zambezi River we will cross over to our evening campsite on Nyamumba island by canoe or motor boat . Dinner is prepared by the guide. *Please note:* Clients must not book flights arriving after 12PM. Accommodation: Wild Camping *Semi-participatory Camping*
We have three days canoeing with early starts as it is often better to canoe in the early hours when it is not so hot, and more importantly, when the easterly head wind is at its weakest. The pace is gentle to allow us to make the most of wildlife viewing opportunities. We look out for elephant feeding on the banks, basking crocodiles and numerous colourful bird species including the magnificent African Fish eagle. The list of species we spot may include buffalo, baboon, Vervet monkey, Pied kingfisher, Goliath heron, Carmine Bee eaters and maybe even lion! We will frequently pass pods of hippo basking in the deeper water who will no doubt be keeping an eye on us! There are few signs of human habitation throughout our time on the river. Lunches and breakfasts are either taken on islands or on the banks of the river. Accommodation: Wild Camping *Semi-participatory Camping*
We canoe to the Chiawa Game Management Area, which is situated 18 kms from the Lower Zambezi National Park just opposite the Mana Pools, where we spend the night in our fly camp based on mainland. This is an area rich in wildlife and is renowned for the numerous elephant sightings. It is also home to warthog, waterbuck, impala, kudu, and rare Samango monkeys, with many riverene bird species including the Lilac-breasted roller. We have an afternoon game walk or game drive through the reserve where we hope to spot other nocturnal species such as genet, civet, hyena, porcupine, aardvark and if really lucky, the elusive leopard. Accommodation: Fly Camp in Game Management Area *Comfortable Camping*
Today we canoe from the Chiawa Game Management Area into the Lower Zambezi National Park (approximately 8km downstream). We have a morning game walk with a guide, and then have lunch in the park under the shade of the trees or on the banks of the Zambezi River. After lunch we will be taken on a game drive through the park back to our fly camp on the banks of the river in Game Management Area. If river water levels are too high in the winter months (May – July), due to excess water being released from Lake Kariba, we may use a boat transfer as certain road crossing may be flooded. Accommodation: Fly Camp in Game Management Area *Comfortable Camping*
We are transferred by road from our bush camp in the Game Management Area to Zambezi Breezes today. Should river conditions necessitate we may use a boat transfer back to Zambezi Breezes where required. Accommodation: Zambezi Breezes or similar *Semi-participatory Camping*
An early start today; after breakfast we transfer approximately 4-5 hrs to Lusaka where our tour ends in the late morning. Those on the group flights will be transferred to the airport for the flight to London. **
* 5 nights semi-participatory camping with either limited or no facilities,
2 nights camping in tented camp with shared facilities
* Travel by open canoes on the Zambezi River
* No previous experience necessary
All breakfasts, 7 lunches and 7 dinners included.
Meals are prepared for you but group members are asked to assist in
preparation and washing up.
*Typical meals*
Breakfast: Cereals or coffee and toast plus a fried breakfast on most days.
Lunch: Fresh salads, cold meats, cheese, bread, condiments, fruit.
Evening meal: Biggest meal of the day, stews, pasta, curry, local cuisine.
Vegetarians can be catered for but given the difficulties of preparing
different meals while wild camping, the variety of food may be limited.
Please indicate special dietary requirements (e.g. vegetarian or allergies)
when booking. We will supply the following drinks: fruit squash served
throughout, and tea or coffee served with breakfast and dinner.
There is always a plentiful supply of chlorinated water available (sometimes
even chilled!) and we encourage you to drink water throughout the day to
avoid dehydration.
All other beverages will be at your own expense and can be purchased at the
supermarket in Lusaka prior to travelling to the river.
* 5 nights semi-participatory camping with either limited or no facilities,
2 nights camping in tented camp with shared facilities
* Travel by open canoes on the Zambezi River
* No previous experience necessary
This is generally a comfortable participatory safari but, as it goes through
some wild country, you should come prepared to be flexible and expect delays
or inconvenience.
Travel is by Canadian-style 18ft. two-person canoes and open backed safari
vehicle. No previous experience is necessary but you should have a reasonable
level of fitness on what is an active trip. An ability to swim is
recommended.
Camping
On this tour we spend 5 nights camping in two-man dome tents and 2 nights in
a set up bush camp with showers, toilets and large tents.
The camping is semi-participatory as participants are asked to assist with
camp chores and you will have to erect and dismantle your own tents whilst on
the canoeing safari. Most nights are spent wild camping with no facilities
provided. All camping equipment is provided.
All breakfasts, 7 lunches and 7 dinners included.
Meals are prepared for you but group members are asked to assist in
preparation and washing up.
*Typical meals*
Breakfast: Cereals or coffee and toast plus a fried breakfast on most days.
Lunch: Fresh salads, cold meats, cheese, bread, condiments, fruit.
Evening meal: Biggest meal of the day, stews, pasta, curry, local cuisine.
Vegetarians can be catered for but given the difficulties of preparing
different meals while wild camping, the variety of food may be limited.
Please indicate special dietary requirements (e.g. vegetarian or allergies)
when booking. We will supply the following drinks: fruit squash served
throughout, and tea or coffee served with breakfast and dinner.
There is always a plentiful supply of chlorinated water available (sometimes
even chilled!) and we encourage you to drink water throughout the day to
avoid dehydration.
All other beverages will be at your own expense and can be purchased at the
supermarket in Lusaka prior to travelling to the river.
Travel is by Canadian-style 18ft two-person canoes. Transport on land is in a
minibus or landcruiser for road transfers and safaris.
*Travelling conditions*
Most of the roads in Zambia are reasonably well maintained, however some
stretches have a few potholes and rough surfaces depending on the previous
rainy season. Some travel will be on unsurfaced roads, some of which are
quite dusty and bumpy (e.g. during the game drives).
*Safety*
Exodus and its staff strive to insure client safety and take all necessary
precautions. On certain sections of this itinerary we are likely to come into
proximity of several different species of wildlife along this natural water
course. These mainly include hippo, elephant, buffalo and occasionally
crocodiles whilst on the water, along with a variety of other game whilst on
foot. As all wildlife is potentially dangerous it is important to heed all
advice given to you by the guide and to follow instructions accordingly.
Life jackets are available for those who would like to wear them.
*Travelling flight inclusive from London: 10 Days*
The group flight from London is a daytime flight departing on Day 1 of the
itinerary.
*Flights from London*
We normally use the scheduled services of Ethiopian Airlines (depending on
availability). As flight timings and schedules change regularly we recommend
you call one of our specialist sales staff or your agent to confirm
up‐to‐date timings. Please note timings may change at a later date and
cannot be confirmed until approximately two weeks before departure.
**
*Travelling land only: 8 days starting and ending in Lusaka*
Your trip normally starts at the airport in Lusaka in the late morning of Day
1 of the itinerary. Details of how to reach the start point are provided in
the Final Joining Instructions - sent approximately two weeks before
departure.
With its exceptionally mild winters Zambia is best enjoyed during the dry
season. This period extends from May to early November. The days are
generally dry, hot and sunny with day time highs around 25ºC, however nights
can be cool (down to 10ºC). From June to August it can be exceptionally
cold. September and October are the hottest months where daytime highs are
regularly 35º+ and temperatures at night can be in the low to mid 20s.
Rainfall is generally confined between the months of November and April.
Rains normally occur as heavy showers, but they tend to clear rapidly with
sunshine still predominant.
Neutral coloured clothes (for the game walks)
Comfortable walking shoes that will not be ruined if they get wet (rafting
sandals are ideal footwear for canoeing)
Sun hat with a wide brim to ensure the back of your neck is shaded (as there
is sometimes a strong headwind on the river, a hat with a chin strap is
advisable)
Sun cream
Sunglasses
Insect repellent
Torch
Binoculars
Light rainwear
Some warmer clothes for the winter months and after sundown
Swimming costume and lightweight trek towel
A long-sleeved shirt with collar and some lightweight long trousers for
wearing in the evenings to keep insects off and to protect yourself from too
much sun.
A water bottle (minimum 1 litre) (A flask will enable you to keep water cool)
A lightweight daypack with plastic liner or drysack for keeping any items you
need to hand whilst canoeing (e.g. camera, suncream, water)
June to August, bring a warm fleece and possibly woolly hat.
Please note you will need a smaller bag to take 5-7kgs of stuff with you on
the canoe safari - your main luggage will be sent to the fly camp where you
will have it after the canoe safari finishes. It is best to have this smaller
bag already packed before arrival as there is not much time on the river to
repack before the canoeing starts. it is also best to pack enough clothes
for the first three nights on the river in your carry-on bag, as well as any
needed medication, as if luggage is delayed it can take time for it to
catch-up with the group. Given that the luggage will need to be transported
by vehicle to the river and then by boat to catch up with the group, it can
be quite a lengthy process.
Plastic bottles are a big issue in many countries where recycling isn't yet
widely available; they often end up in landfill sites or get burnt, both
processes are harmful to the environment and we would like to reduce our
impact here. For your trip we have decided to include drinking water in order
to reduce the amount of plastic used. This means that safe filtered drinking
water will be available throughout which means all you need to do is bring a
bottle to re‐fill along the way. Please add this to your packing list!
Ear plugs if you are a light sleeper.
We provide the sleeping bags, which come with clean liners and a small
pillow. 1-inch Styrofoam mattresses are also provided. Most people find these
perfectly adequate, however anyone who wishes to bring their own sleeping
bags are welcome.
If you would like to help under privileged Zambian school children please
consider packing some basic educational supplies that our partner Charity
Baraka Community Partnerships (
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) will distribute to the Schools and Children that they support. Second hand
items are fine such as: note books, pens, pencils, colouring pens, paper,
young children's reading books, primary school text books, rulers, rubbers,
pencil sharpeners, flash cards. Also needed are footballs, tennis balls, net
balls, young children's clothes and shoes.
Just leave them with your tour guide before you head down the river and
Baraka will do the rest.
There is not much opportunity for spending money on this trip but you may
wish to allow allow approx. US$2-3 per day for drinks and incidentals.
Our local staff are paid well and fairly for their work with Exodus. Our
guides do work hard and can be tipped if you feel they have done a good job
or gone above the call of duty. Tipping is not compulsory and should only be
given if you feel you received exemplary service. Although entirely optional,
we suggest that you budget approximately US$25 in total on this itinerary to
be broken down as follows: Approximately: US$15 for your senior river guide /
tour leader.
Approximately: US$5 for the assistant guide
Approximately: US$5 for members of staff at the fly mainland camp sites and
drivers
* Travel insurance
* Single accommodation
* Visas or vaccinations
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