Compare Dominican Republic: All-Inclusive Hotel Riu Palace Macao (Adults Only) by Great Value Vacations vs 7 Days Zambia’s Premier Wildlife Safari, South Luangwa National Park by Absolute Zambia Safaris
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| Duration | 5 days | 7 days |
| Price From | $ 1,290 | $ 4,407 |
| Price Per Day | $ 258 | $ 630 |
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| Trip Style | Retreats | Retreats |
| Lodging Level | Standard | Premium |
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| Flights & Transport | Airfare included | Ground transport included |
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| Meals Included | N/A |
Breakfast, Lunch & Three Course Dinner |
| Description |
Find a heavenly escape in Punta Cana at the Hotel Riu Palace Macao. Offering pristine beaches, swaying palms, and an irresistible atmosphere, this all-inclusive hotel will make your beach getaway an indulgence like no other. Enjoy the offerings of Punta Cana on and off the resort as you relax on the beach, bask in the sun, and take fun day trips to explore the surrounding area. |
For most guests, South Luangwa National Park is by far the most effective park to visit in the valley. This is Zambia’s premier wildlife park, with magnificent wildlife and many great cabins. Where the now popular walking safaris originated from over 60 years ago, and this new African destination retains some of the most exceptional world-class safari tour guides. |
Day 1 Welcome to Punta Cana!
Land in Dominican Republic and enjoy a transfer to your hotel. Once you've settled into your hotel room, explore the property and treat yourself to a poolside cocktail!
Day 2 Punta Cana
The Hotel Riu Palace Macao is within a Riu Resorts complex together with the Riu Palace Punta Cana, Hotel Riu Bambu, Hotel Riu Naiboa and Hotel Riu Palace Bavaro, and like its neighbors, it offers an entertainment program that you can enjoy all day long. The all-inclusive system gives you the opportunity to try out various activities and sports such as table tennis, gymnastics, water polo, volleyball, windsurfing, sailing, kayaking, bodyboarding and much more.
Day 3 Punta Cana
Visit the Arena Gorda beach today. It is located nearby and is one of the most photographed beaches in the world. Arrange a day-trip here and spend the day enjoying the white sands and blue waters.
Day 4 Punta Cana
Soak in the rays in the morning and then venture off and do some exploring! The Del Este National Park is a natural sanctuary formed by semi-humid forests and the island of Isla Saona, complete with heavenly beaches and sparkling waters. The area is also notable for its 400 or so caves. Many of them contain cave paintings by the Tainos, the inhabitants of the island until the Spanish settlers arrived.
Day 5 Depart Dominican Republic
Today you'll pack your things, enjoy a transfer back to the airport, and board your flight back home!
Day 1: Meet & Greet/ Transfer to Protea Hotel
When you arrive at Lusaka International airport (LUN) you will be met by our representative and he will assist you with your luggage then transfer you to Protea Hotel Tower in Lusaka where you will stay based on Bed and Breakfast.
Check and you will relax. Then later dinner is served before bedtime.
Day 2: Flight to Mfuwe in South Luangwa NP
Today you will have breakfast at the hotel and then check out, our driver will transfer you to Lusaka international airport and you will be by our representative to check-in onto your Local flight to Mfuwe in Luangwa National Park.
When you arrive at Mfuwe International airport, you will be met by the guide from Mfuwe Lodge/The Bush Camp Company who will help you with luggage and then transfer you to the Mfuwe Lodge and it’s about 45 minutes road transfer through the Mfuwe town/village settlements.
Check-in and then depending on your arrival time brunch will be served and you will have free time to relax. Later in the afternoon tea/coffee with snacks will be served followed by the afternoon/night game drive starting from the afternoon then transition into a night game drive after dark then back to the lodge in time for dinner will be served and later bedtime at your convenient time.
Day 3: Explore South Luangwa National Park
Breakfast will be served followed by a morning game viewing activity either a 4x4 Game Drive or Walking Safari returning to the lodge almost in time for brunch and free time to relax.
Later in the afternoon tea/coffee with snacks will be served followed by the afternoon/night game drive starting from the afternoon then transition into a night game drive after dark then back to the lodge in time for dinner will be served and later bedtime at your convenient time.
Day 4: Game Drive transfer to Chindeni Camp
Today you will have breakfast and then check out of Mfuwe Lodge and your guide will take you on a game drive transfer of about 3 hours depending on what you see on the way as you travel through the beautiful South Luangwa National Park.
Arrive, check-in and then lunch will be served and free time to relax before afternoon tea/coffee time followed by the afternoon/night game drive starting with light and then when the sun is going down your guide and spotter will find an excellent site for a sundowner and you will continue with the drive where the spotter will be helping your guide with a spotlight in search of nocturnal animals then return to the camp in time for dinner and free time to relax and enjoy some drinks then later bedtime.
Day 5 & 6: Safaris in South Luangwa NP
Breakfast is served followed by a morning game viewing activity either a 4x4 Game Drive or Walking Safari returning to the lodge almost in time for brunch and free time to relax.
Later in the afternoon tea/coffee with snacks will be served followed by the afternoon/night game drive starting from the afternoon then transition into a night game drive after dark then back to the lodge in time for dinner will be served and later bedtime at your convenient time.
Day 7: Flight from Mfuwe to Lusaka
You will begin your day with a delicious breakfast, and according to your flight from Mfuwe to Lusaka, you will leave for the Mfuwe airport right after breakfast on a nice game viewing transfer through the amazing South Luangwa National Park via Mfuwe Lodge.
1 hour’s flight from Mfuwe to Lusaka International airport you will be welcomed by our representative who will assist you with the luggage and check-in onto the international flight.
