Day 1
Chongwe River Camp / Lower Zambezi

From Mfuwe, Zambia, fly to to Lower Zambezi National Park, a 2,000-square-mile area of pristine wilderness that protects a vast landscape of rolling hills and reed islands along the wildlife-rich lower Zambezi River. Transfer to Chongwe River Camp, situated on the confluence of the Chongwe and Zambezi rivers, and settle into camp. This afternoon enjoy your first canoe safari. Overnight at Chongwe River Camp.

Days 2-3
Chongwe River Camp / Lower Zambezi

The Zambezi is Africa’s fourth largest river, and on the lower Zambezi, the river is gentle, its edges overhung with a thick riverine fringe, mostly diasporus, ficus, and other riverine species. The park is home to buffalo, hippos, zebra, and predators including leopard, lion, and hyena. Herds of elephant, numbering in the hundreds, wade in the shallows and on the reed islands of this storied river. On the canoe safaris, drift at a leisurely pace downstream in two-person canoes, watching wildlife, listening to the sound of the huge variety of birdlife, and admiring the sheer beauty of the surroundings. Further inland is a floodplain fringed with mopane forest and interspersed with winterthorn trees (Acacia albida), a great area for walking safaris. Walking safaris accompanied by an armed bush tracker are a specialty at this beautiful camp, and they provide a wonderful way to get close to wildlife. Game drives in completely open 4WD vehicles are another delight at Chongwe, and one can also enjoy night drives, a chance to see nocturnal animals such as hyena, civet, and porcupine and possibly large cats on the prowl. Overnights at Chongwe River Camp.

Day 4
Lusaka / Depart

Transfer to the Royal airstrip for your flight to Lusaka.

Extension Costs

$1950 per person, double occupancy (minimum 2 persons)
Single supplement: $650
Internal airfare: $600 (subject to change)

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