Fabulous Lower Zambezi And Manapools National Parks Wildlife

Guide

•A safari briefing at the start•English Speaking guides and professional photographers.

Meals

. Meals • Unlimited bottled drinking water while in our safari vehicle

Others

Park entry fees to enter the Lower Zambezi National Park of Zambia and ManaPools National Park of Zimbabwe are included in this package

Transport

The entire 8 Day tour trip will be done in a comfortable overland safari 4x4D vehicles well equipped with all the required camping gear and other accessories.

Accommodation

Accommodation in various comfortable tourist class lodges/guesthouses/camp sites during the tour.

Hygieneprotocol

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. Malaria Risk – How to Protect Yourself Against Malaria.Zambia is a high malaria risk country throughout the whole nation including neighbouring Zimbabwe. The highest risk of infection is in the rainy season, from November to May. Persons visiting Victoria Falls must take malaria suppressive medication. In addition to the suggested antimalarial medication, use a mosquito bed net and effective repellents to avoid the bite of the nocturnal Anopheles mosquito whilst on tour in Zambia.Before you travel to Zambia, kindly consult your local physician or travel health clinic for the malaria prophylactic regimen most appropriate to your need to protect you from getting Malaria whilst visiting Zambia. 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 guide’s instructions, you’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:•Always follow your guide’s instructions and guidelines!•Always keep your voice down when close to animals•Stay in the car during game drives except at designated areas where you are allowed to get out•Don't stand up in the car, hang out of the window or sit on the roof•Don’t drive too close to animals if you are on a self-drive safari and back off if the animals seem disturbed•Don’t drive between elephants in a herd, especially females and their young•Stay together as a group close to your guide on a walking safari and always walk in single file•Never run or jog in a wildlife area as it entices predators to attack•Never walk between a hippo and water; it may panic and charge because its safety route to the water is blocked•Never leave food in your tent; it will attract wildlife•Cover your arms and legs in the evening and use insect repellent to protect against mosquitoes•Wear a hat, use sunscreen and drink plenty of water•Don't wear bright and colorful clothes or too much perfume – especially on walking safaris•In tsetse-fly areas it is recommended not to wear dark-colored clothing – such as black or dark blue – since it attracts these stinging flies•Bring 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 Zambia’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; don’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:•Ask at your hotel if it is safe to walk around the local area; when new in a place it’s always good to seek local advice on safety issues•Don’t wear jewelry when walking in cities and leave all valuables in a safety deposit box at your hotel•Avoid walking alone in a large, unfamiliar city•Don’t walk around at night; take a taxi•Avoid getting engaged with people approaching you in the street•Be careful when drawing money from an ATM; go elsewhere if you suspect people hanging around•Always lock your car doors and close windows when driving in busy towns•Never leave a car unattended with valuables or luggage visibleDelivering a Safe Experience for YOUA Health and Safety Assistant together with the Tour Guide and driver will accompany you on this safari trip. This is to ensure that you receive a safe experience through enhanced cleanliness and hygiene best practices throughout the journey.

Insurance

•Travel and health insurance is excluded

Others

KAZA VisaUpon entry in Zambia at any International Airport, kindly obtain a KAZA UNIVISA which costs USD 50. This allows tourists to obtain one visa to visit both countries multiple times. The visa is valid up to 30 days in any given period of 12 months, as long as the holder remains within Zambia and Zimbabwe. It also covers those who visit Botswana for day-trips through Kazungula Borders.•International Airfares•International and domestic departure tax•Laundry services• •Meals and excursions not described in the itinerary above•All alcoholic drinks•Entry Visas to the countries of Zambia and for a short-term holiday visa to enter Zimbabwe• All medical examinations and COVID-19 costs related issues of obtaining the relevant documentations are excluded in this package (not included).

Flights

•International Airfares•International and domestic departure tax

Optional

The cost of obtatining a Holiday Visa to cross from Zambia into Zimbabwe is not included in this packagae and is borne by the you our client. It is issued to foreigners entering Zimbabwe temporarily for tourism, sightseeing, to visit family and friends or other private purposes. For further information on how to apply for a Zimbabwe Holiday Visa online in advance, kindly visit eVisa Zimbabwe online.Most visitors use the visa on arrival service.Passport validityYour passport should be valid for a minimum period of six months and have three blank pages left in it to enable you to enter Zimbabwe and exit via one of the neighbouring countries.Zimbabwe Entry RequirementsCheck online the latest information on COVID-19 country requirementsZambian VisaTourist and business visit visas are available in advance and on arrival in Zambia.