Compare South Luangwa & Mana Pools Safari by Audley Travel vs 8-day Zambia Victoria Falls + Safari by Ker & Downey Africa
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| Duration | 9 days | 8 days |
| Price From | $ 7,995 | $ 4,999 |
| Price Per Day | $ 888 | $ 625 |
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| Trip Style | Private guided tour | Private guided tour |
| Lodging Level | Standard | Premium |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Internal airfare and ground transport included |
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You begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Lusaka Airport. |
This 8-day highlights of Zambia is great for all members of the family and the lodge Sussi & Chuma also offers child friendly game drives, child friendly menus and evening meals and also supports the local village and school in Livingstone as well. |
Day 1 : International outbound flight
Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Lusaka Airport.
Day 2 : South Luangwa National Park
On arrival in Lusaka you'll be met and shown to domestic departures for your light aircraft flight to Mfuwe, close to South Luangwa National Park. Here you'll be met and driven to Mfuwe Lodge, which is located just within the park in an excellent area for game viewing. Enjoy an afternoon safari activity or relax at the lodge.
Day 3 : South Luangwa National Park
Spend today on safari in South Luangwa National Park. You'll be taken out by your knowledgeable safari guides on morning and afternoon/evening game drives or walking safaris. The Luangwa has excellent populations of lion, buffalo, elephant, hippo and much more.
Day 4 : South Luangwa National Park
Another day spent on safari. This is one of the best places in Africa for spotting the elusive leopard. Sightings are never guaranteed, but you may be lucky.
Day 5 : Mana Pools
This morning you will be transferred to Mfuwe Airport in time for your flight to Lusaka.In Lusaka you will fly to Harare Airport. On arrival in Harare you will need to buy your visa and then meet your pilot. You will be flown by light aircraft to Mana Pools, which will take around an hour. Your guide will meet you on arrival and drive you to camp. You will be able to head out on an afternoon activity after settling in to camp.
Day 6 : Mana Pools
Enjoy a whole day of safari activities. Game drives explore the woodland, open plains and riverbanks. Mana is well known for its elephant, which stand on their hind legs to reach the trees. It also has excellent populations of buffalo, lion, leopard, giraffe, eland and more.
Day 7 : Mana Pools
Another full day of safari activities. You may wish to go on a walking safari or take a boat trip on the river to see crocodiles and hippo. Mana has some wonderful birdlife, with species including malachite kingfishers, saddle-billed storks, spoonbills and carmine bee-eaters (in September and October).
Day 8 : International return flight
This morning you'll be transferred to the airstrip, where you'll fly by light aircraft to Harare in time for your onward flight.
Day 9 : International return flight
Arrive home today to complete your journey.
Days 1 to 3: Livingstone
From Livingstone Airport you will take a short transfer with a Ker & Downey Africa representative to your lodge.
This hotel has river-facing rooms with a fantastic view of the Zambezi River where you can the views from your private balcony and is nearby the Victoria Falls which is one of the Seven natural wonders of the world. There is lots on offer at The David Livingstone including a Health Spa in a tranquil environment, a restaurant in a traditional Zambian restaurant, shuttle services to Livingstone town. Great setting with grass banks on the Zambezi River for you to watch amazing sunrises or sunsets.
On day 2 we have included a Guided Tour of the Falls on the Zambian side which will take between 2 to 3 hours. You will get to see the Falls with a knowledgeable guide for an unforgettable experience.
Activities And Services
- Kalai Restaurant
- Gwembe Terrace
Recommended
- Ujiji Bar
Days 4 to 7: Victoria Falls (Zambia)
After a gourmet breakfast with a view of the Zambezi River, you will be collected by your driver and taken back to Livingstone Airport, from the airport you will change vehicles and you will be transferred to your next lodge in Zambia which is 12kms upstream from Victoria Falls.
We have chosen this lodge as it is the only lodge in the area to offer guided walking safaris is in the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park and accommodation is in tree-houses connected by wooden walkways set amongst the trees.
They offer game drives in custom-built 4x4 safari vehicles into the National Park and guests can be lucky enough to see the rare wild dog on occasion in the Park. Also offers guests a walking tour of Victoria Falls, canoeing on the Zambezi, Sundowner Cruise, a local school & village tour where guests can hire bicycles to use to tour the village and seasonal fishing.
Activities And Services
- Game Drive
- Tour of Victoria Falls
- Walking Safari
- Canoeing on the Zambezi
- Sundowner Cruise
- Local School & Village Tour
- Fishing
Optional
- Flight of Angels
- White Water Rafting
- Livingstone Island Visit
- Tour of Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe Side)
Day 8: End Of Itinerary
After your morning activity, usually a game drive or walking safari, take a short transfer back to Livingstone to either the airport or alternative destination for your onward journey.
