9 Nights Zambia and Malawi Circuit

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9 NIGHTS ZAMBIA AND MALAWI CIRCUIT

Victoria Falls, Zambia - South Luangwa National Park - Cape Maclear
10 Days / 9 Nights
2 Persons sharing

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Overview

For those who are pressed for time but want to combine a quick tour of a natural wonder of the world, a bit of bush safari and a bit of time relaxing on the beach at Lake Malawi.

Destination / Accommodation / Nights / Basis / Room Type
Victoria Falls, Zambia / Stanley Safari Lodge / 3 / FB
South Luangwa National Park / Luangwa River Camp / 3 / FI
Cape Maclear / Pumulani on Lake Malawi / 3 / FB+

Key
FB: Dinner, bed, breakfast and lunch
FB+: Dinner, bed, breakfast, lunch and activities daily
FI: Fully inclusive

Price

Starting from *USD4550.00 per person sharing
Prices are quoted as an indication and can change dependent on the rate of exchange, seasons, availability and rates from suppliers

Included

Transfers starting Livingstone, Zambia and ending Lilongwe, Malawi
Accommodation
All meals as listed
All local drinks (excludes premium brands)
All activities (except motorized water sports and those not mentioned at Stanley Safari Lodge)
Laundry

Excluded

International flights
Travel Insurance
Gratuities
Activities at Victoria Falls
National Park entrance fees for Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe side)
Airport departure taxes
Items of a personal nature
Visa fees where applicable

Day 1: Stanley Safari Lodge, Victoria Falls, Zambia

Zambia

Get out into the bush where animals, both predators and prey, wander through unfenced camps, and where the human footprint is nowhere to be seen. The rewards of travelling in Zambia are those of exploring remote, mesmerising wilderness as full of an astonishing diversity of wildlife as any part of Southern Africa. Where one day you can canoe down a wide, placid river and the next raft through the raging rapids near world-famous Victoria Falls.

Though landlocked, three great rivers, the Kafue, the Luangwa and the Zambezi, flow through Zambia, defining both its geography and the rhythms of life for many of its people. For the independent traveller, however, Zambia is a logistical challenge, because of its sheer size, dilapidated road network and upmarket facilities. For those who do venture here, the relative lack of crowds means an even more satisfying journey.

Victoria Falls, Zambia

One of the original natural wonders of the world, the Victoria Falls is a World Heritage Site and an extremely popular tourism attraction. Known locally as ‘The Smoke that Thunders’ this spectacle is accessible from both Zambia and Zimbabwe and it is an ideal place to combine a game viewing and water sports. There is excellent fishing, a terrifying bungee jump and arguably the best commercial white water rafting in the world.

Day Notes

On arrival at Livingstone International Airport a representative from Stanley Safaris will meet and transfer you to the lodge (20 mins), where you will settle into your accommodation. Stanley Safari Lodge is located on the hills overlooking the Zambezi River and Victoria Falls in a bush location. Accommodation is in 10 uniquely designed chalets that are constructed of teak and local stone and are open fronted or more colonial style brick and tiled rooms which are closed. Each with a private balcony ensuring spectacular views overlooking the Zambezi River and suites has plunge pools.

Overnight: Stanley Safari Lodge

Set on a hill bordering the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park and overlooking unspoilt bush, Stanley Safari Lodge is only 3km from the Victoria Falls. The views are splendid: the spray of the Falls in the distance, the mighty Zambezi river and on top of that yet another beautiful African sunset. From either our main garden, our infinity pool or from the privacy of your room, views are unmatched.
The open-sided Main House has been designed with space and views in mind and has a truly African feel. Enjoy sundowners in the African style lounge, a 3 course dinner in the dining room or spend some quiet time in the library or upper deck discovering the secrets of Africa.

Road Transfers

Date / Pick Up / Drop Off / Time / Vehicle
Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport [LVI] / Stanley Safari Lodge / TBA / Sedan

Included

Full Board
Drinks (Local Brands) Included

Day 2: Stanley Safari Lodge, Victoria Falls, Zambia

Day Notes

There is a wide range of activities on offer in the area that can be booked at the lodge these include trips to see the falls, town museums and markets and sunset cruises. For the more adventurous, Livingstone boasts a whole host of adrenaline filled activities including whitewater rafting, bungee jumping and micro lighting. Or you may just wish to rest in camp and enjoy the spectacular scenery and peaceful atmosphere. The day will end with a relaxed dinner and perhaps drinks in the wine cellar.

Consultant Notes

To avoid disappointment and to get favourable times, it's advised to pre book these tours. Chat to your consultant for a list of activities on offer.

Optional

Victoria Falls Guided Tour
Wild Horizons White Water Rafting
Bungee Jumping at Victoria Falls

Since David Livingstone named Victoria Falls after his Queen, thousands of people have come from all over the world to witness the spectacle, a mile long curtain of water that stretches across the glistening basalt rock, erupts into spray, and then thunders into the canyons below. The walls of basalt rock that capture the mighty Zambezi form one of the great river corridors of the world. This is the domain of the Nyaminyami, the River God of the Tonga people and is now the highway for our rafts. At Victoria Falls the Zambezi River plummets into a gorge, which separates the placid river above the Falls and the turbulent rapids below. The gorge is over 100 meters deep at the Falls and increases to over 200 meters by the end of a full day raft trip. Despite this rugged terrain, the gorges below the Falls are thick with vegetation and incredibly spectacular.

Rafting on the Zambezi is a ONCE IN A LIFETIME EXPERIENCE. It is the WILDEST ONE DAY RUN IN THE WORLD beneath one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
If you don't do it you'll regret it as soon as you leave!

Bungee Jumping at Victoria Falls

Thrill-seekers can get their hearts racing and adrenalin pumping with a 111-metre bungee jump into off the bridge that separates Zambia and Zimbabwe. Jumpers are kitted out with state-of-the-art harnessing equipment before embarking on the freefall into the Zambezi River gorge below.

Helicopter Flight

See Victoria Falls from an entirely different perspective when you take a 15 or 30-minute helicopter flip over this awe-inspiring natural phenomenon. For an exhilarating day of action-packed adventure, it’s also possible to combine a white water rafting trip through Batoka Gorge with a helicopter pick-up from the bottom of the ravine, saving you the arduous walk back up.

African Queen Cruise

Sunset Cruise
In the fading twilight hours, take a sunset cruise. Heed the call of Africa while sipping traditional cocktails and enjoying tasty snacks. The transfer will collect you at 15h30 in winter and 16h00 in the summer months in time for the cruise departures at 16h00 in winter and 16h30 in summer. Following this most memorable of experiences, you will be transferred back to your hotel between 18h30 and 19h00.

Included

Full Board
Drinks (Local Brands) Included

Day 3: Stanley Safari Lodge, Victoria Falls, Zambia

Day Notes

Another full day is available to enjoy all the sight and sounds of this natural wonder of the world.

Included

Full Board
Drinks (Local Brands) Included

Day 4: Luangwa River Camp, South Luangwa National Park

South Luangwa National Park

Bordering the Luangwa River, the northern and southern Luangwa National Parks contain some of the most breathtaking and untouched wilderness in Africa. As a result of this and the parks’ successful anti-poaching campaigns, the area has developed into a world-renowned wildlife haven. The South Luangwa National Park is renowned for its walking safari, which allows visitors to view elephant, hippo and even lion close-up under the supervision of professional and knowledgeable armed guides.

Day Notes

Depending on your flight time you will be transferred by vehicle to Livingstone Airport to connect with your onward flight to Mfuwe, South Luangwa. A guide from Robin Pope Safaris will meet you at Mfuwe Airport for transfer to Luangwa River Camp, through colourful village life. The ten bedded camp is situated opposite the Luangwa Wafwa (a game rich area of the park) in the Upper Lupande Game Management Area. It offers all the creature comforts of a lodge yet with all the intimacy, tailored activities and flexible mealtimes you come to expect from a bush camp. The camp is unique with its décor of locally crafted and handmade details. The main area is elevated between 1-3 metres on wooden decks affording great views to the park and river. The swimming pool is sunk into the deck, linked by a waterfall.

Seating areas are all elevated and open plan with a bar area as well as a dining and reading area. Depending on your arrival time you may settle in for some lunch, siesta then off on an afternoon activity. There is an option to turn back after sundowners or continue to see what nocturnals you can spot, returning to camp by 8pm.

Overnight: Luangwa River Camp

Great attention to detail has made Luangwa River Lodge quite like nothing else currently in South Luangwa or Zambia. The lodge’s unique and exquisite décor (all locally crafted and hand-made) fuses vibrant earth tones and raw materials. Palm stalks, indigenous timber, thatch and red earthen plaster create a strikingly elegant yet warm atmosphere. The lodge is elevated between 1-3 metres on wooden decks affording great views to the park and river. The [infinity] swimming pool is sunk into the deck on two levels with a waterfall adjoining the two pools (one for swimming and the other for seating). Seating areas are all elevated and open plan with a bar area as well as a dining and reading area.

Road Transfers

Date / Pick Up / Drop Off / Time / Vehicle
Stanley Safari Lodge / Harry MwangaNkumbula International Airport [LVI] / TBA / Sedan

Flight Information

Date / Flight / Departure Airport / Time / Arrival Airport / Time / Class
Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport [LVI] / Mfuwe Airport [MFU] / TBA / Charter flight

Road Transfers

Date / Pick Up / Drop Off / Time / Vehicle
Mfuwe Airport [MFU] / Luangwa River Camp / TBA / Open top game viewer

Included

Fully Inclusive
Drinks (Local Brands) Included

Day 5: Luangwa River Camp, South Luangwa National Park

Day Notes

The next couple of days will be spend as you wish - an option is there to take a walking activity or game drive; or even both. For those with a knack for shopping can take a trip to Tribal Textiles for locally printed fabrics which are sewn into various items – perfect for souvenirs or gifts for friends and family. Perhaps a trip to Kawaza Village to experience an authentic Zambian village, interact with the locals and even sample a local meal. Nothing is set in stone; you can discuss your specific interests with your guide.

Included

Fully Inclusive
Drinks (Local Brands) Included

Day 6: Luangwa River Camp, South Luangwa National Park

Day Notes

Your final full day to enjoy all the activities on offer.

Included

Fully Inclusive
Drinks (Local Brands) Included

Day 7: Pumulani on Lake Malawi, Cape Maclear

Malawi

Malawi is known as the Warm Heart of Africa because of the legendary welcome extended to all who visit. Exceptional natural scenery, most famously Lake Malawi, compliments this warm welcome and there is plenty to see and do. Other major attractions include the Nyika Plateau, Mount Mulanje, the Zomba Plateau, Lake Malawi National Park and the Liwonde National Park.

Cape Maclear

Cape Maclear is one of the premier Lake Malawi destinations, renowned for its sunsets and snorkelling.

Day Notes

After an early breakfast, transfer to Mfuwe Airport for your flight to Lilongwe. The flight time to Lilongwe is approximately 50 minutes. On arrival at Lilongwe’s Kamuzu Airport, you will be met by our staff, who will assist with immigration procedures and the payment of airport taxes. Then onto your road transfer to Pumulani.

Pumulani is situated on the Westside of the Nankumba Peninsula in the South end of Lake Malawi – romantically called “The Lake of Stars”. The ten villas are scattered around the hillside and are individual in shape and style but all have a spacious bedroom, bathroom and extensive sitting area. The front sliding doors open onto the deck – elevated above the ground giving optimal views.

The central dinning and bar area is high above the lake with the most spectacular views and leads onto an expansive deck. The infinity swimming pool is on a lower terraced deck. The lake shore bar offers light snacks as well as refreshments. Meals will be served in the dining area, on the beach or by arrangement on your private deck. The stunning setting of the lodge and the unique comfort of the rooms means that many guests choose to make relaxation their main activity, but there are enough activities available to keep guests busy.

Overnight: Pumulani on Lake Malawi

Pumulani is situated on the westside of the Nankumba Peninsula in the South end of Lake Malawi. The beauty of this lake is indescribable. The beautiful sparkling colours shimmering over the water, the clear blue skies and the panoramic vistas truly make you feel like you are in paradise. David Livingstone named Lake Malawi ‘Lake of Stars’ for good reason. According to experts this lake is home to more native fish species than any other lake in the world.
The ten villas are situated in such a way that they blend in completely with the natural surroundings and the cooling grass roofs reflect the African sun.

Road Transfers

Date / Pick Up / Drop Off / Time / Vehicle
Luangwa River Camp / Mfuwe Airport [MFU] / TBA / Open top game viewer

Flight Information

Date / Flight / Departure Airport / Time / Arrival Airport / Time / Class
Mfuwe Airport [MFU] / Lilongwe International Airport [LLW] / TBA / Charter flight

Road Transfers

Date / Pick Up / Drop Off / Time / Vehicle
Lilongwe International Airport [LLW] / Pumulani on Lake Malawi / TBA / Sedan

Included

Full Board and Activities
Drinks (Local Brands) Included

Day 8: Pumulani on Lake Malawi, Cape Maclear

Day Notes

Enjoy the first full day of relaxation at Pumulani. Our remote beach setting is ideal for those who simply want to soak up the sun and swim in the clear blue waters of the lake. Those who prefer to take a dive in the swimming pool, we have an infinity swimming pool near the central dining area with grand views over the lake. For those seeking activity we offer many watersports activities like snorkelling, fishing, sailing, kayaking, waterskiing, wake boarding and fun tube rides (all motorized activities are excluded). At the end of the day climb aboard our dhow and let our experienced local crewmen take you sailing into the sunset.

Included

Full Board and Activities
Drinks (Local Brands) Included

Day 9: Pumulani on Lake Malawi, Cape Maclear

Day Notes

Your last day at the lodge. Today you have the opportunity to continue to relax in the beautiful surroundings or play on the lake, or take a walk to the local village for an insight into how village life operates while Malawians explain their traditions and rituals. OR Lake Malawi is the world’s most ecologically diverse lake. Its crystal clear waters are home to more than a thousand species of fish, including hundreds of species of colourful cichlids. We offer special diving courses at the best diving spots near one of the islands. For those who are interested in the real Malawian village life we offer guided walks through one of the local villages. Malawians are renowned for being amongst the friendliest people in Africa and during your stay you will have the opportunity to meet them.

9 Nights Zambia and Malawi Circuit