13 days tour

13 Days - Zambia's Northern "unexplored" Tourist Circuit Wat

13 Days - Zambia's Northern "unexplored" Tourist Circuit Wat

This tour includes:

Guide

English speaking Driver and Guides

Meals

Meals are included but all alcoholic beverages are excluded.

Transport

Style of TravelThe entire 13 Day tour trip will be done in a comfortable overland safari vehicle well equipped with all the required camping gear and other accessories. The tour will be supervised by a dedicated Tour Director. He will be assisted by a team of highly experienced Tour Guides, camp assistants, and a Chef to take care of your meals.

Accommodation

You arrive in Lusaka, the capital city of Zambia. Our hospitality team welcomes you with true, friendly, Zambian hospitality spirit at the Lusakaโ€™s Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. Transferred to and stay at Palm Kalash Hotel (sharing) which also graces a magnificent green lush landscape. It is located about 15 minutes drive from the Lusaka's Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. Alternative accommodationThe second alternative accommodation will be at Kakwele Lodge (sharing), of comparatively same standards as Palm Kalash. Kakwele Lodge is situated a short distance off the airport road. Kakwele Lodge is conveniently located close to the up-market Water falls shopping mall in the outskirts of Lusaka city area. Kakwele has some excellent facilities on-site for your comfortable accommodation needs. You will be served with delicious meals prepared by our internationally acclaimed executive chef!General InformationDuring your tour, accommodation will be in various comfortable tourist class lodges /guesthouses/camp sites.

Hygieneprotocol

HEALTHYELLOW FEVER & CHOLERA.Visitors from or passing through a yellow fever and cholera zone (most of tropical Africa and South America) must produce a valid International Certificate of Vaccination. Air travellers who only pass through the airports of such a zone are exempt from the requirement. COVID 19Unvaccinated travellers need a negative COVID 19 PCR certificate taken 72hours prior to departure.MEDICAL SERVICESThere are several public and private hospitals and clinics in most major cities and towns including Livingstone.CHEMISTS / PHARMACIESTravellers should carry an adequate supply of their prescribed medicines although chemists in the major centres carry a wide range of medicines and first aid accessories.Overall, this travel itinerary is executed in accordance with the set World Health Organisation (WHO), Safe Travels (WTTC - Global), Centers for Diseases Control and Prevention (CDC) hygiene and sanitation protocols. Safety & Security Zambia is a safe country to visit, especially when on an organized safari like this one. Tourlane, an online travel agency based in USA recently ranked Zambia the 6th safest travel destination in the world post COVID-19 pandemic. If driving independently, always get local advice on the road conditions and recommended routes and never underestimate driving times or drive at night.Below are tips on staying safe in Zambia.Staying Safe on Wildlife Viewing ActivitiesAs long as you listen to your guideโ€™s instructions, youโ€™ll be very safe on safari. Always follow the rules of the park and respect wild animals. When on a self-drive safari, only leave your car where it has been designated as safe to do so. For additional tips, kindly read the following captioned bulletin points:โ€ขAlways follow your guideโ€™s instructions and guidelines!โ€ขAlways keep your voice down when close to animalsโ€ขStay in the car during game drives except at designated areas where you are allowed to get outโ€ขDon't stand up in the car, hang out of the window or sit on the roofโ€ขDonโ€™t drive too close to animals if you are on a self-drive safari and back off if the animals seem disturbedโ€ขDonโ€™t drive between elephants in a herd, especially females and their youngโ€ขStay together as a group close to your guide on a walking safari and always walk in single fileโ€ขNever run or jog in a wildlife area as it entices predators to attackโ€ขNever walk between a hippo and water; it may panic and charge because its safety route to the water is blockedโ€ขNever leave food in your tent; it will attract wildlifeโ€ขCover your arms and legs in the evening and use insect repellent to protect against mosquitoesโ€ขWear a hat, use sunscreen and drink plenty of waterโ€ขDon't wear bright and colorful clothes or too much perfume โ€“ especially on walking safarisโ€ขIn tsetse-fly areas it is recommended not to wear dark-colored clothing โ€“ such as black or dark blue โ€“ since it attracts these stinging fliesโ€ขBring warm clothes for morning game drives in open vehiclesStaying Safe in Cities and Towns in Zambia.As in most big cities in the world, there is a fair amount of crime in Zambiaโ€™s cities and towns. Most incidents are minor, such as petty theft and pickpocketing. You are unlikely to encounter any trouble on guided tours. When venturing out in the city unguided, it helps to take some simple safety precautions: seek advice from your hotel about the area; donโ€™t wear any valuables and only take the money you need with you; take a taxi after dark. For more safety tips that apply to Zambia cities and towns in general, kindly read the following bulletin points:โ€ขAsk at your hotel if it is safe to walk around the local area; when new in a place itโ€™s always good to seek local advice on safety issuesโ€ขDonโ€™t wear jewelry when walking in cities and leave all valuables in a safety deposit box at your hotelโ€ขAvoid walking alone in a large, unfamiliar cityโ€ขDonโ€™t walk around at night; take a taxiโ€ขAvoid getting engaged with people approaching you in the streetโ€ขBe careful when drawing money from an ATM; go elsewhere if you suspect people hanging aroundโ€ขAlways lock your car doors and close windows when driving in busy townsโ€ขNever leave a car unattended with valuables or luggage visible

Not included:

Others

- Gratuities, items or expenses of a personal nature, travel Insurance. Visa,- Airport transfers if you arrive on a day other than the scheduled start date. - Park Entry fees - - Client must meet the cost of entering Zambia National Parks and all water falls sites visited which may be paid locally.- All medical examinations and COVID-19 related issues of obtaining the relevant documentations are excluded in this package (not included).

Flights

International roundtrip airfare to and from Zambia

Insurance

We recommend that all clients consider taking up a comprehensive travel insurance

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Itinerary of your trip 13 Days - Zambia's Northern "unexplored" Tourist Circuit Wat

  • Day 1 Day 1: You Arrive In Lusaka, Capital City Of Zambia
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: You Arrive In Lusaka, Capital City Of Zambia

      You arrive in Lusaka, the capital city of Zambia at the Kenneth Kaunda International Airport.ย  After emerging from the arrival lounge, ย you will be welcomed with true and friendly Zambian hospitality spirit ย of warmness. ย Please be on the look out for our Greeter displaying your name on a small hand-held board. You will then be transferred to and stay at Palm Kalash Hotel (sharing) which also graces a magnificent green lush landscape. It is located ย about 15 minutes drive from the Lusaka's ย Kenneth Kaunda International Airport.ย  Alternative accommodation In case there will be no accommodation at Palm Kalash Hotel, the second alternative accommodation will ย be at ย Kakwele Lodge (sharing), of comparatively same standards as Palm Kalash. ย Kakwele Lodge is situated ย a short distance off the airport road. Kakwele Lodge is conveniently located close to the up-market Water falls shopping mall in the outskirts of Lusaka city area. Kakwele has some excellent facilities on-site for your comfortable accommodation needs. You will be served with delicious meals prepared by our internationally acclaimed executive chef! Activities There are no planned activities on the day of your arrival. So you will check in at either Palm Kalashi or ย Kakwele Lodge and relax or visit the Waterfalls mall if you arrive early in the day to buy stuff for your wonderful journey up north.ย  Activities start on the following second day early in the morning. So on this first day, your ย tour leader will collect your insurance and next of kin details at this meeting, so please make sure you arrange a flight that will deliver you in Zambia in good time. Your tour leader will collect your insurance and next of kin details at this meeting, so please make sure you arrange a flight that will deliver you in Zambia in time. In the evening we will have a โ€˜meet and greet sessionโ€™ in a nice restaurant where you will meet your fellow travellers. You will be served delicious evening dinner. Thereafter you will retire to bed to sleep.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Depart From Lusaka For Kasanka National Park In One Day
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Depart From Lusaka For Kasanka National Park In One Day

      The journey begins from Lusaka!! Every long journey starts with one step. Your journey will all start off from Lusaka, the capital city of Zambia. 05:30 am โ€“ 06:10 am: Wake up and take a bath. 06:20 am: ย We will pick you from the reception area of your lodge in Lusaka. We will leave Lusaka travelling in a 4x4 vehicle by taking the T-2 Great North Road from Lusaka. At Kapiri Mposhi, we will turn right into the T-2 highway heading towards Mkushi covering ย a 88 km distance. ย From Kapiri Mposhi, we will ย have covered a total distance of 275.3 Km before reaching Serenje. where you will take a short break and take a meal. ยป You will then leave Serenje and reach Kasanka National Park covering a distance of ย 119.1 kilometers. Upon arrival, you will enter the Kasanka Park ย through the Malaushi barrier gate. Comments: ย At most, meals will be served either whilst on transit or ย at any side road restaurant or Lodge. Estimated ย Time of Arrival (ETA): 14:30 am โ€“ Arrive at Kasanka National Park. ย  General information on Kasanka National Park The Kasanka National Park is relatively small park in size measuring only 390 kmยฒ. It is located on the fringes of Bangweulu wetlands and is renowned for being home to the largest population of bats on earth. Every year, between October and December about 10 million straw-colored fruit bats descend into a tiny patch of evergreen swamp forest inside Kasanka National Park. This natural phenomenon is said to be the biggest migration of land mammals on earth and is reportedly unique only to Kasanka. 16:30 pm: Time permitting, you will go for bird and bat watching in the near by bushes. ย  19:00 pm โ€“ 21:30 pm: Enjoy delicious dinner. 21: 40 pm: ย ย Retire to sleep by camping style of accommodation.ย  Notes: There might be a slight variation of the sequence in which activities are done and time slots of the above cited activities.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Full Day Of Wildlife Viewing And Birding Activities In Kasanka National Park.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Full Day Of Wildlife Viewing And Birding Activities In Kasanka National Park.

      Program of the day. Below is the order of planned activities 06:00 am: Wake up call, take a bath 06: 30 am: Take your delicious breakfast 07:00 am: Full day wildlife viewing and birding around Luwombwa camp or any good birding area in the park; Narration: We shall do a full day game and bird viewing excursion. The Kasanka is home to the very elusive Sitatunga antelope species. Kasanka National Park is a valuable conservation area with diverse flora and fauna including many endangered species. The Luwombwa River and Bufumu Forest with its treetop canopy tower offer some superb birding opportunities. Birding: Our target list of must see birds shall be the likes of African Broadbill, Brown Firefinch, Black-Backed Barbet, Grey Olive and Cabanisโ€™s Greenbul along the Luwombwa river and within the camp confines. Other spices include Hartlaubโ€™s Babbler, Moustached Grass Warbler, Short-winged Cisticola, Red-Throated Twinspot, and Black-throated Wattle-eye. We will then head for Wasa Lake and should be able to see the Cabanis Bunting, Pale-Billed Hornbill, African Pygmy Goose and possibly a variety of other waterbirds. Miombo specialties include Racket-Tailed Roller, Rufous-Bellied Tit, Redcapped Crombec, Miombo Pied Barbet, Thick-Billed Cuckoo, Bรถhm's Flycatcher, Spotted Creeper, Anchietaโ€™s and Whyteโ€™s Barbets. Back at the camp we will go for a walk along the river in the hope of finding the spectacular Narina Trogon. After dinner we will reflect on the dayโ€™s birding around the fire.ย  16:30 pm: Return to the same residential camp. 18:00 pm: Sumptuous dinner. 19:30 pm: Evening relaxation and update your bird sighting log book with new species you have seen today. 21:00 pm: Retire to bed to sleep. Notes: There might be a slight variation of the sequence in which activities are done and time slots of the above cited activities.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Depart For Chitambo Mission โ€“ Death And Burial Place Of Explorer Dr. David Livingstone.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Depart For Chitambo Mission โ€“ Death And Burial Place Of Explorer Dr. David Livingstone.

      05:30 am โ€“ 06:10 am: Wake up, bath and thereafter eat breakfast. 10:00 am: Visit Chitambo mission to get a complete story of Dr. David Livingstoneโ€™s mission in the then Northern Rhodesia (now Zambia). Narration: Dr David Livingstone, a Scottish missionary to Africa died at the age of 60 on May 4, 1873, in Chipundu area in a hut where he was found in a kneeling posture. Historic site to visit (i) David Livingstone Memorial Monument (ii) Replica hut located where the one in which Dr Livingstone died. 11:00 am: Leave Chitambo Mission 15:30 pm: Arrive in Samfya Samfya town is located on the south-western shore of Lake Bangweulu and has one of the most beautiful white sand beaches in Africa! Activity: Enjoy a variety of beach and water-related activities including boat cruise before retiring to bed. Where to stay: You will spend an overnight stay at Samfya Marines Lodge or at any good level accommodation facility.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Depart From Samfya To Mansa
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Depart From Samfya To Mansa

      Narration: Mansa is the capital town of the Luapula Province of Zambia. 05:30 am โ€“ 06:10 am: Wake up, bath and thereafter eat breakfast. Travel to about 40 ms outside Mansa to Mumbuluma Falls which are a series of two wide waterfalls falling some 5-10m each. Where to stay: Will do an overnight camping at Mumbuluma Falls campsite or at any good level accommodation facility.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Depart From Mumbuluma Falls To Kawambwa.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Depart From Mumbuluma Falls To Kawambwa.

      05:30 am โ€“ 06:10 am: Wake up, bath and thereafter eat breakfast. Travel on Nchelenge road, before Kawambwa town turn towards Ntumbachusi Falls. They are a series of water pools and rapids culminating in the main falls about 30m high on the Ng'ona River. Where to stay: Will do over camping at Ntumbachusi Falls campsite or at good level accommodation facility.

  • Day 7 Day 7: Mpulungu
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Mpulungu

      Pass through near Kasama town and head to Mpulungu. ZAMBIAโ€™s biggest inland port, Mpulungu shares its boundary with Tanzania in the north. Mpulungu is home to Lake Tanganyika, which is the second deepest lake in the world with a wide variety of biological resources, Activity: You will see and explore Lake Tanganyika and the harbor. Past Noon: Will proceed to Mbala and spend a night at Lake Chila Lodge or at any good level lodge or hotel or guest house.

  • Day 8 Day 8: Mbala - Explore This Hidden Destination Of Zambia.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Mbala - Explore This Hidden Destination Of Zambia.

      MBALA is one of Zambia's most beautiful districts and surpasses all other areas in the country. It harbours among others the famous Kalambo Falls, Lake Chila, Nsunzu Mountain, Lake Tanganyika, Saise River and the Motomoto Museum as the most important tourist products. You will visit Kalambo Falls. (i) Kalambo Falls are the second highest single drop water fall in Africa, dropping 235 metres into the gorge before finally running into Lake Tanganyika. (ii) Lake Chila (iii) Lake Tanganyika (iv) Motomoto Museum (v) War memorial site Past noon: Travel to and sleep in Kasama at any good level accommodation facility.

  • Day 9 Day 9: Travel To Kasama
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Travel To Kasama

      You will visit Chishimba Falls in Northern Province of Zambia, 33 km from Kasama. It is the second visited falls in Zambia after the Victoria Falls in southern province of Zambia. Fed by the Luombe River, Chishimba Falls are actually a combination of three successive falls, incorporating Mutumena Falls and Kaela Rapids as well as Chishimba itself. The spot is situated about 33 kms from the town of Kasama, in the Northern Province. The impressive main part of the falls is around 20 metres high. The Mutumuna Falls, Kaela Rapids and the main attraction is the Chishimba Falls.

  • Day 10 Day 10: Kapishya Hotsprings And Mutinondo Wilderness
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Kapishya Hotsprings And Mutinondo Wilderness

      Travel to Mpika and on the way stopover at Kapishya Hotsprings. Will also visit ย the war memorial site in Mpika Where to stay: Shall sleep in Mpika town at Bayaama Lodge. or at any other good level lodge Kapishya Hotsprings ย is renowned for the daily walks. It is a bird watchers paradise and lovely hotsrping to unwind. Nearby situated is the historic house Shiwa N'gandu (possible visit at own expense). In the afternoon we will take a walk to the Chusa water fall. Camping (FB)ย  Mutinondo WIlderness Depending on time availability, we will drive to Mutinondo Wilderness. Huge โ€˜whalebacksโ€™ (granite boulders) scattered in between the Miombo forest create the unique landscape of Mutinondo. We have a full day to explore and enjoy hiking in this special atmosphere in this area. ย ย Camping (FB)

  • Day 11 Day 11: Travel To Back To Serenje
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Travel To Back To Serenje

      Depart early in the morning to Serenje. Will visit; (i) Nacikufu caves. Nachikufu Caves are located in Mpika district. They are a cave complex which contain admirable rock paintings by the San bushmen. (ii) The Kundalila Falls The top of the Kundalila Falls offer one of the most spectacular views over the vast Luangwa Valley, while at the foot is a delightful natural pool of great scenic beauty famed for its wild flowers. The name means โ€œcooing doveโ€, one of the many bird sounds you will hear in this tranquil setting. Staying:ย  Will camp out under the stars at Kundalila Falls. An exciting adventure for sure for you.

  • Day 12 Day 12: Return Trip To Lusaka: Spend A Night At Fringilla Farm Lodge, A Safe Vultur Zone And Birdwatching Hotspot In Chisamba
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Return Trip To Lusaka: Spend A Night At Fringilla Farm Lodge, A Safe Vultur Zone And Birdwatching Hotspot In Chisamba

      **Take your morning breakfast:ย  Return journey back: Weโ€™ll board our vehicles and head back to Lusaka. However we will not reach Lusaka on the same day of departure from Kasanka National Park.ย  A stopover at a "vulture safe zone" at Fringilla Farm in Chisamba We will reach Chisamba and stay at Fringilla Farm along the Great North road highway. Fringilla was recently declared a Vulture safe zone due to its efforts in protecting bird life.ย  Activity: After taking your meals, you will do some relaxed bird walks around the farm in the most environmentally friendly way possible in order to reduce your footprint. Farewell Dinner Fringilla Farm Lodge is well known for its generous farm-style hearty home-style cooking and traditional Zambian food. They are famous for their trademark Fringilla boerewors and pies along with their 3 course buffet dinner spread. A mothers of all dinners will be arranged for you and team at Fringilla beside the fish pond waterfall in garden seating. This will be to celebrate the successful ending of the 13 Days - Zambia's Northern "Unexplored" Tourist Circuit Waterfalls Adventure Tour . ย You will make new friends here and establish new networks with like-minded individuals with waterfalls adventure at heart. Vote of thank you by any participant! 21:30 pm: Retire to bed to sleep.

  • Day 13 Day 13: End Of Tour: Transferred To Lusaka:
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: End Of Tour: Transferred To Lusaka:

      07:30 am: Take your bath and your well-deserved Fringilla breakfast. Narration: Travel from Chisamba for 1 hr 33 min covering a distance of 69.6 km via T2 Great North Road to Lusaka city.ย  (Depends on the time of your flight or your next destination): Transferred to the Lusaka International Airport for your flight back home with sweet memories of Zambia. --End of the 13 Days - Zambia's Northern "Unexplored" Tourist Circuit Waterfalls Adventure Tour"--ย 

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 5 / Max: 88

Age range allowed for this experience.

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