A Walk on the Wild Side

Day 01
Depart New York or Washington for your flight to via Johannesburg on South African Airways.

Day 02
Upon arrival at Johannesburg International Airport you will go through customs, collect your luggage and take the courtesy shuttle to your hotel. The Metcourt Laurel Hotel, formerly The Senator Hotel is a five star luxurious hotel giving their guests always more than their expectations. The Metcourt Laurel Hotel offers its visitors a unique experience, luxurious accommodation and relaxation facilities, the finest in dining and entertainment, a unique retail concourse, multi-faceted conference facilities including executive boardrooms and video conferencing.

Accommodation: The Metcourt Laurel Hotel

Day 03
After breakfast this morning you will take the courtesy shuttle back to Johannesburg Airport for your flight to Livingstone, Zambia on South African Airways. On arrival at Livingstone Airport you will be met and transferred by scheduled road transfer to the Zambezi Sun. Accommodation will be reserved for you for one night in a standard room inclusive of breakfast. The Zambezi Sun, reflects the richness and diversity of the land's heritage. Its idyllic location, a stone's throw from the Victoria Falls, has inspired an architectural style of timeless African tradition. The hotel has the feel of a walled city, centuries old and is comprised of open organic buildings in earthy colours with rambling clusters of rooms. The hotel is built around a large landscaped pool area. The 212 rooms are open and airy, with a variety of views. Alongside the pool an al fresco grill serves poolside lunches, while the indoor buffet restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Amenities in the rooms include air-conditioning, satellite TV, fold-out couches, a mini-bar, a safe and a telephone. The central reception area houses a family-friendly buffet restaurant, a pool bar, and a lively alfresco grill and entertainment area looking out into the natural riverine forest. A children's facility, SUN KIDS, is situated close to this hotel.

Accommodation: The Zambezi Sun (B)

Day 04
This morning after breakfast and check-out procedures, you will be met and transferred by scheduled road to Livingstone Airport. On arrival at Livingstone Airport you will be met by a Sefofane representative and transferred by scheduled light aircraft to Lunga Airstrip. On arrival at the Lunga Airstrip you will be met by a lodge representative and transferred by road to Lunga River Lodge. Accommodation will be reserved for you for two night's in a tent inclusive of all meals, scheduled daily activities, laundry and drinks (excluding premium imported brands). At 22 500 sq km, Kafue National Park is one of the largest National Parks in Africa. In the extreme north of the Kafue lie the Busanga Plains - one of Zambia's most significant wetland resources and one of the few areas in the world that remain untouched by development and human activity. The Busanga Plains cover an area of approximately 750 sq km and are skirted by the Lunga River on their eastern side. This perennial river is one of the three main tributaries into the Busanga Plains. Situated on the banks of this magnificent river is Lunga River Lodge. The Plains are home to thousands of red lechwe, ubiquitous puku, stately roan and sable as well as the diminutive oribi and duiker. The Defassa waterbuck, herds of tsessebe, hartebeest, zebra and buffalo make for a full set of antelope. This wealth of game on the plains is also a big attraction for predators, including leopards, wild dogs, cheetah and prides of lion up to 20 strong. Lunga River Lodge has six spacious thatched rooms with private decks that overlook the river, ensuring breathtaking views.

Accommodation: Lunga River Lodge (B, L, D)

Day 05
Today you will be at leisure and will also take part in morning and afternoon/evening game drives. A maximum of 12 guests can be accommodated at any one time and great emphasis has been placed on the "guided" experience - being led by qualified, enthusiastic people with in-depth knowledge of the area and its wildlife. Activities include game drives, walking safaris, guided canoe and boating trips as well as fishing. Night drives provide the added excitement of the nocturnal wonders of the area. For those interested in birding, Kafue National Park boasts 491 species of birds, including endemics such as Chaplin's Barbet.

Accommodation: Lunga River Lodge (B, L, D)

Day 06
After your morning activity and brunch, you will be transferred by road to Busanga Plains Bush Camp. Accommodation will be reserved for you for three nights in a room inclusive of all meals, scheduled daily activities, laundry and drinks (excluding premium imported brands). The Kafue National Park is 22 500 sq km, one of the largest National Parks in Africa. In the extreme north of the Kafue lie the Busanga Plains - one of Zambia's most significant wetland resources and one of the few areas in the world that remain untouched by development and human activity. Busanga Bush Camp in the north-western section of the Busanga is about as 'wild' as you can get in today's world: an unfenced mosaic of expansive grassy seasonal floodplains and "dambos" (open grassy areas that sometimes will fill up with rainwater). This camp is perfectly situated for some of the best lion viewing in Africa. It caters for 6 guests in 3 well-appointed tents with wall-to-wall views of the spectacular wildlife that frequents the plain in front of the camp. Activities include game drives, walking safaris and night drives, led by qualified guides who are extremely knowledgeable about the area and its wildlife. For those interested in birding, the park boasts 491 species, including endemics such as Chaplin's Barbet.

Accommodation: Busanga Plains Bush Camp (B, L, D)

Day 07 -Day 08
For the next two days you will be at leisure and participate in game viewing activities offer by the camp. The Busanga Plains cover an area of approximately 750 sq km and Busanga Bush Camp is located in the centre of this wildlife paradise. The Plains are home to hundreds of red lechwe, ubiquitous puku, stately roan and the diminutive oribi. Lichtenstein's hartebeest, herds of wildebeest, zebra and buffalo make for a full set of antelope. This wealth of game on the plains is also a big attraction for predators, including wild dog, cheetah and prides of lion.

Accommodation: Busanga Plains Bush Camp (B, L, D)

Day 09
This morning, after your activity and brunch, you will be transferred by road to the Kafue Airstrip (approximately 3 Hours). On arrival at the Airstrip, you will be met by a Sefofane representative and transferred by scheduled light aircraft to Livingstone Airport for your departing flight. At Livingstone Airport you will depart on your South African Airways flight back to Johannesburg. Upon arrival in Johannesburg you will connect for your ongoing flight to New York or Washington. (B)

Day 10
Arrive in Washington with a lifetime of memories!

A Walk on the Wild Side Tour Cost

*Above rates are per person based on double occupancy

INCLUDES:

• International Airfare New York or Washington to Livingstone via Johannesburg
• Regional flights to/from Livingstone
• Air charter flights as indicated in itinerary
• All services as specified
• 7 Breakfasts
• 5 Lunches
• 5 Dinners
• Accommodation in standard rooms
• Transportation in luxury air-conditioned vehicles including qualified drivers
• Lion World Tours Representative Meet and Greet upon arrival
• Porterage for 2 reasonable size bags per person
  

EXCLUDES:

• Items of a personal nature such as laundry, telephone calls, etc
• All other services not mentioned above
• Gratuities/Tips for game rangers, tour guides, and drivers
• Cost of obtaining Passports or Visa
• Trip cancellation insurance