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Trip Cost: |
JHB to JHB, 21 days: Please contact our office for the rates.JHB to Lilongwe, 13 days: Please contact our office for the rates.Lilongwe to JHB, 9 days: Please contact our office for the rates: |
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USD400.00 |
Accommodation: |
As specified by the itinerary |
Transport: |
2 x Custom built Land Rover Defenders - DTI 130 |
Meals: |
As specified by the itinerary |
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- Accommodation as specified by the itinerary
- Transport as specified by the itinerary
- Meals as specified by the itinerary
- Included highlights and entry fees as specified by the itinerary.
- All camping equipment and cooking essentials
- 1 x Guide/driver per vehicle
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- Tips and gratitude’s
- Items of personal nature
- Visas
- Flights
- Drinks
- Travel insurance
- Optional activities as specified by the itinerary
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Leave Johannesburg on the 08th October 2010 and finish in Johannesburg on the 27th October 2010
Leave Johannesburg on the 08th October 2010 and finish in Lilongwe on the 19th October 2010
Leave Lilongwe on the 20th October and finish in Johannesburg on the 27th October 2010 |
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Day 1: Johannesburg (07 Oct 2010)
South Africa
Today is arrival day with no activities planned apart from the all important pre-departure meeting at 18:00. At this meeting your guides will give you a detailed briefing on the tour ahead as well as to collect your local payment. Make sure to arrive early if you wish to explore around Johannesburg. A transfer from the OR Tambo International Airport can be arranged on request.
Accommodation: Tented accommodation at Amadadwala Lodge in JohannesburgIncluding
Highlights: Pre-Departure meeting at 18:00
Meals:
Dinner
Day 2: Maputo (08 Oct 2010)
Mozambique
We depart Johannesburg early and depart for the Mozambique border. We then make our way to the sprawling Capital City of Maputo. This bustling city has an impressive skyline and boasts a unique combination of Portuguese and African atmospheres. In the evening we’ll enjoy the epic nightlife of Maputo.
Accommodation: Dorm style accommodation at Maputo BackpackersIncluding
Highlights: We explore the nightlife of Maputo with its many vibrant clubs and bars and finish off the night at Coco Nuts
Meals: None – As we arrive in Maputo quite late we will go and get something to eat on our way out, thus giving you more time to explore this wonderful City.
Day 3 & 4: Tofo Beach (9 – 10 Oct 2010)
Mozambique
Leaving Maputo early we drive along the coast to the sleepy town of Inhambane. Hundreds of graceful dhows on this usually tranquil water are one of Inhambane’s most obvious features. After visiting the local markets and buying provisions, we move on to Tofo Beach where we spend our time relaxing on the beaches and enjoy Tofo’s exiting beach bars and vibrant local night life.
Accommodation: Dorm style accommodation at Bamboozi BackpackersIncluding
Highlights: Tofo Beach (There is whole lot of optional activities to choose from to keep you busy – please see prices for optional activities at the end of this itinerary!)
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 5: Villanculos (11 Oct 2010)
Mozambique
Our journey continues as we travel north to the coastal town of Vilanculos, which is about halfway between Maputo and Beira. Here we will find ourselves back in civilization with buzzing markets, restaurants, public phones, banks and quaint supermarkets. We will then use Vilanculos as our base to explore the Bazaruto Archipelago.
Accommodation: Camping in 2 man dome tents at Baobab Beach in VillanculosIncluding
Highlights: Vilanculos Beach
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 6: Bazaruto Islands/Vilanculos (12 Oct 2010)
Mozambique
We leave the mainland of Mozambique and board a traditional Dhow to sail over the warm, blue waters of the Indian Ocean to the Bazaruto Archipelago, just off the coast. You will then snorkel at the notorious 2 mile reef just of the Southern tip of the Bazarutu Islands. After spending the day having fun we return to the mainland and back to our camp. Please note – This is an optional activity and it is well worth spending the USD60 for this activity. It is a fun day out with awesome snorkeling of 2 Mile Reef.
Accommodation: Camping in 2 man dome tents at Baobab Beach in VillanculosIncluding
Highlights: None – Please note that the Dhow trip with snorkeling at 2 mile reef is optional to keep the overall price affordable
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 7: Chimoio/Chikamba Dam (13 Oct 2010)
Mozambique
This will be our final stopover in Mozambique en-route to Malawi where the Lake of Stars music festival awaits us. Tonight we camp on the shores of the Chicamba Dam near the Zimbabwean border with sunsets that simply take your breath away.
Accommodation: Camping in 2 man dome tents at Chicamba Dam.Including
Highlights: Chicamba Dam
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 8: Blantyre (14 Oct 2010)
Malawi
After our breakfast we continue our journey driving north in the direction of Blantyre. Blantyre is one of the main cities in Malawi and buzzing with city life so different to the Lake Malawi-lifestyle. This is our last stopover before we leave for the Lake of Stars Music Festival on the shores of Lake Malawi.
Accommodation: Dorm style accommodation at Doogles Backpackers in BlantyreIncluding
Highlights: City of Blantyre with markets and night out in town
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 9, 10, 11, 12: Lake of Stars Music Festival (15 -18 Oct 2010)
Malawi
This is what we’ve all been waiting for! The festival, the lake, the music, the bands and the beach and all under African skies – what more can you ask for!!! With an exciting mixture of local and international artists this is bound to be an event that will stay with you forever!
Accommodation: Camping in 2 man dome tents on the shores of Lake MalawiIncluding
Highlights: Lake of Stars Music Festival
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 13: Lilongwe (19 Oct 2010)
Malawi
We leave the music and bands behind and head for Lilongwe on our way to Zambia. Tonight you have the opportunity to explore the nightlife that Lilongwe has to offer or simply relax at your hostel
Accommodation: Dorm Style accommodation at Backpackers in LilongweIncluding
Highlights: Lilongwe
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Day 14, 15: South Luangwa National Park (20 – 21 Oct 2010)
Zambia
We enter South Luangwa National Park, the jewel of Africa’s wildest and most remote National Parks, which offers 100 different mammal species and a splendid birdlife. The park comprises a rich mosaic of habitats, from dense Mopani forest and riverside woodland to open grassland plains and sheltered pools. The next two days are spend on game drives and walks (depending on weather conditions) to see more of the various game species.
Accommodation: Camping in 2 man dome tentsIncluding
Highlights: 2 x Open vehicle game drives in South Luangwa National Park
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 16: South Luangwa Bridge (22 Oct 2010)
Zambia
We break up the journey to Livingstone with a stopover at the Bridge Camp with spectacular views over the South Luangwa River. Before we leave you will have the opportunity of a final morning open vehicle game drive in South Luangwa National Park. We also visit traditional African markets en-route.
Accommodation: Camping at the Bridge Camp on the banks of the South Luangwa RiverIncluding
Highlights: Bridge Camp
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 17 & 18: Livingstone/Victoria Falls (23 – 24 Oct 2010)
Zambia
Livingstone is the adrenalin “Capital of Africa” and also host to the Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. You can try some of the many optional activities on offer such as white water rafting on the Zambezi, bungee jumping just to name a few.
Accommodation: Camping in 2 man dome tents at the Zambezi Waterfront.Including
Highlights: Entry to Victoria Falls and sunset cruise on the Zambezi RiverMeals:
Breakfast only
Day 19: Kasane (25 Oct 2010)
Botswana
We leave the majestic Victoria Falls behind and head for Botswana, crossing the Zambezi at the Kazangula Ferry. We overnight on the banks of the Chobe River. This afternoon you have the opportunity to enjoy a sunset cruise on the Chobe River.
Accommodation: Camping in 2 man dome tents at Thebe River SafarisIncluding
Highlights: Sunset cruise on the Chobe River
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 20: Palapye (26 Oct 2010)
Botswana
Before we leave Kasane you will have the opportunity to go on a 3-hour game drive in Chobe National Park (optional Activity). After breakfast we pack up and head south towards the South African Border. The evening will be spent at Palapye.
Accommodation: Camping in 2 man dome tentsIncluding
Highlights: None
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 21: Johannesburg (27 Oct 2010)
South Africa
Today we undertake our final transfer back to Johannesburg where we end a truly unforgettable journey.
Accommodation: None (Post accommodation can be arranged on request)
Including Highlights: Transfer back to Johannesburg
Meals: Breakfast only
Included in this tour:
Maputo
Tofo Beach
Villanculos
Lake Chicamba
Blantyre
Lake of Stars Music Festival
Lilongwe
South Luangwa National Park – 2 x Open vehicle game drives
Entry to Victoria Falls
Zambezi Sunset Cruise
Chobe Sunset Cruise
Optional activities:These rates are in USD and can change at any time without notice. Please use as a guideline only.
Activities in Mozambique: Snorkeling safari on 2 Mile Reef - $60; Fishing trip - $95; Scuba diving - $60; Dhow day trip to Bazaruto Islands - $60; Horse riding - $40; Parasailing - $45
Activities in Malawi: Water skiing - $25; Snorkeling - $10; Windsurfing - $20; Sailing - $25; Canoeing - $10; Scuba diving - $65; Village walk - $15
Activities in South Luangwa National Park: Open vehicle game drive - $45; guided game walk - $55
Activities in LivingstoneWhite water rafting - $95; Canoeing - $95; Bungee - $95; Jet boat - $90; Rhino walk - $80; Elephant ride - $100; Helicopter flight - $95; Kayaking - $150
Activities in Botswana: Open vehicle game drive in Chobe National Park - $40 |
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