14 Day Zanzibar to Victoria Falls 2020

Day 1 – Nungwi (Zanzibar) After meeting our crew and fellow passengers, we complete the short journey into Dar es Salaam this morning and board our ferry for the two hour trip to Zanzibar. After arriving at the ferry port we board make our way to Nungwi on the northern shores of the island. There are a number of excursions that can be arranged and your guide will be on hand to assist. Accommodation: Amaan Bungalows - Two per Room with En-Suite Bathroom Route: Bagamoyo to Nungwi (Zanzibar) Meals: Lunch, Dinner Included highlight: Zanzibar Excursion Day 2 – Nungwi Today is a free day to enjoy some of the many attractions and activities on offer. Water sports are the order of the day and Nungwi offers fishing, snorkelling, scuba diving and a variety of ocean safari options. Whatever it is you chose to do today, you will have ample opportunity to create some island memories. Rent a scooter and explore the many attractions on offer or simply relax on the beach and soak up the sun. Accommodation: Amaan Bungalows - Two per Room with En-suite Bathroom Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Optional Activity: Fishing, Snorkelling, Scuba Diving, Turtle Sanctuary Visit, Village Tours and more Day 3 – Nungwi - Stone Town This morning we explore the beautiful Jozani Forest before our visit to Nungwi comes to an end as we transfer by road to Stone Town. Boasting a rich history this busy port was once a landmark on both the Slave and Spice trade routes. Our afternoon will be spent visiting Prison Island, which was once a place where slaves were detained. The trip to Prison Island is about 20 – 30 minutes (per way) by boat transfer. We spend our final night on the island on the beaches south of the port city. Accommodation: Africa House Hotel - Two per Room with En-Suite Bathroom Route: Nungwi to Stone Town Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included Highlight: Jozani Forest, Prison Island boat trip Day 4 - Mikumi Leaving the coast behind us we travel inland and make our way to Mikumi where we stop for the night. Mikumi National Park ranks as the fourth largest park in Tanzania and forms part of a 75 000 square kilometre wilderness that centres on Selous, Africa’s largest game reserve. Accommodation: Camp Bastian - Two per Room with En-suite Ablutions Route: Zanzibar via Dar es Salaam to Mikumi Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Optional Activity: Mikumi Game Drive Day 5 - Iringa The town of Iringa sits on a cliff overlooking the Ruaha River Valley. The town centre offers the visitor a view into the past with its German colonial buildings and a popular market. The Commonwealth War Graves Cemetery memorialises soldiers who died in local battles during WWI and WWII. Accommodation: Kisolanza Farm - Two per Room with En-suite Ablutions Route: Mikumi to Iringa Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 6 – Lake Malawi Leaving Tanzania behind, we descend the Great Rift Valley and cross the border into Malawi. Known as the “Warm Heart of Africa” the lakeside country is blessed with natural beauty and our destination tonight is the shores of Lake Malawi where we look forward to spending the next two days enjoying the attractions of the northern regions of the lake. Accommodation: Majizuwa - Two per Room with Shared Ablutions Route: Iringa to Chilumba Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Border Post: Tanzania: Chi’zumulu, Tel: +265 15 357 207, Open: 06h00-18h00 Malawi: Songwe (no telephone), Open: 06h00-18h00 Day 7 – Lake Malawi Snorkelling in the crystal waters offers the chance to see first-hand the brilliantly coloured tropical cichlids, tiny fish often found in colourful aquariums around the world. Your afternoon will be spent walking through the small village of Ngala. Accommodation: Majizuwa - Two per Room with Shared Ablutions Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 8 – Lake Malawi This morning we board our truck and head further South of Lake Malawi. Our destination tonight is the shores of Lake Malawi. Stretching over 500km along the western boundary of Malawi, the lake is home to more species of fish than any other lake. We spend the night on the shores of this natural wonder. Accommodation: Ngala Beach Lodge - Two per Room with Shared Ablutions Route: North Lake Malawi to Central Lake Malawi Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 9 – Lake Malawi Today is another day of leisure, relaxing at the lake. Use the time to read a book, soak up the sun or indulge in the many attractions that are on offer. Accommodation: Ngala Beach Lodge - Two per Room with Shared Ablutions Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included Highlight: Malawi Village Tour Day 10 – South Luangwa This morning we enjoy a final sunrise on the shores of Lake Malawi before setting off for Zambia and the South Luangwa National Park. After crossing the border into Zambia we make a short stop in Chipata before continuing to our camp on the banks of the Luangwa River. Having watched the sun rise over Lake Malawi in the morning we enjoy an equally spectacular sunset over the Luangwa River this evening. Accommodation: Wildlife Camp OR Marula Lodge - Two per Permanent tent with Shared Ablutions Route: Nkhotakota Region to South Luangwa National Park Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Border: Zambia: Mwani Border / Tel: +260(0)21 138 1930 Malawi: Mchinji Border / Tel: +265 (0)12 42215 Day 11 – South Luangwa South Luangwa National Park is a world-class safari destination and we have a full day to explore the park in search of the variety of wildlife found in the park. This morning you can partake in an optional morning safari or during the dry season (April to December) you can join one of the iconic walking safaris on offer in the park. This afternoon we will enjoy a Sunset Drive in the park, enjoying a sundowner on the way. The unique opportunity to explore the park at night gives us a chance to spot the elusive nocturnal species that are rarely seen in the day. Accommodation: Wildlife Camp OR Marula Lodge - Two per Permanent tent with Shared Ablutions Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included Highlight: Sunset Game Drive in South Luangwa National Park Optional Activity: Safari Walk (seasonal) or Morning Game Drive in South Luangwa Day 12 - Petauke Leaving the Luangwa Valley this morning we make a stop at Tribal Textiles. The Chipata area is a major producer of Cotton and this morning we get a taste of the creativity of the African culture. Those interested can enjoy a tour of their workshops (March to December) to see how these colourful fabrics are crafted. Our destination tonight is the small town of Petauke. Accommodation: Chimwemwe Executive Lodge - Two per Room with Shared Ablutions Route: South Luangwa to Petauke Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included Highlight: Textile project visit (full tour available March to December) Day 13 - Lusaka As an important link between Lusaka and neighbouring Malawi, the Great East Road winds through rural Zambia and we will cross the Luangwa River on our way to Lusaka. The route today is dotted with villages and subsistence farms and the landscapes serve as a stark contrast to the developed countries, so many of us call home. Accommodation: Eureka Camp - Two per Room with Shared Ablutions Route: Petauke to Lusaka Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 14 – Victoria Falls Crossing the Southern reaches of Zambia we make our way to the adventure town of Victoria Falls. This afternoon we get our first look at the mighty Victoria Falls. Crossing the bridge between Zambia and Zimbabwe we get a view of “Musi oa Tunya”, the Smoke that Thunders as the falls are known in the local language. Victoria Falls offers a host of optional activities and these can be booked on arrival in Victoria Falls. Your tour comes to an end upon arrival in Victoria Falls. Accommodation: Own Arrangements Route: Lusaka to Victoria Falls Meals: Breakfast, Lunch