DAY 1-22 SEP: Protea Hotel Lusaka Welcome to Zambia! Upon arrival at the Lusaka International Airport, you ll be assisted with clearing customs and transferred by road to the Protea Hotel in Lusaka for your overnight stay on a bed and breakfast basis. Dinner this evening is at your leisure. 1 P a g e
DAY 2-6 23 SEP- 27 SEP Lower Zambezi Mvuu Lodge This morning after breakfast, your host will assist you in checking out of the Protea Hotel and connecting with your transfer to the airport for your charter flight to Mvuu Lodge in the Lower Zambezi Valley. Upon arrival at Mvuu, we ll be assist you through check in for your four night stay on a full board basis (excluding drinks and fishing equipment hire). You have unlimited fishing during your stay. Mvuu Lodge Lower Zambezi This laid-back hideaway is situated is in the Chiawa Game Reserve bordering the Lower Zambezi National Park. The camp is not fenced and wild animals such as elephants can often be seen roaming the camp. During your stay the group has 5 game drives included that we will allocate throughout our stay to fit in with the groups requirements. The challenge of catching the renowned Tiger Fish from the banks of the great Zambezi River or from a boat provides you with the opportunity to lose yourself in the adrenalin rush. Relax with a sundowner, great food and warm hospitality on the open aired deck, overlooking the river. Finish off the day around a blazing bonfire in the boma as you listen to the sounds of the African bush... 2 P a g e
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TO FISH THE LOWER ZAMBEZI The Lower Zambezi is the portion of the Zambezi River that runs between Lake Kariba and Cahorra Bassa. As such, the flow of water through this section of the river is more controlled than other regions due to being downstream from Lake Kariba. The river has very healthy fish populations as well large numbers of hippo, elephant and buffalo in the region. At Mvuu, you will primarily target tigerfish drifting with bait. This happens in two ways: you can either buy bait at the Lodge or you can target some of the smaller tigers, bream or chessa fish by spinning with little Mepps lures or fishing with worms. Once you have caught your live bait, then your guide will fillet it and begin drifting for tiger. Simply lobbing the bait overboard, the current will drift it about 30m away from the boat and you wait for the hit. The bait will usually be picked up by either tigerfish or vundu (enormous lower Zambezi catfish). Tigerfish are known for the hard jaws, fearsome teeth and incredible acrobatic jumps once hooked and the golden rule is strike harder than you think and keep that rod tip down! The boats at Kiambi are mixture of fibreglass pontoons and aluminium cruisers that will allow for maximum manoeuvrability if you get stuck into a trophy fish! Rod and reel are available for hire at Mvuu. A Typical Day at Mvuu Lodge... A typical day at Mvuu begins with early morning tea and coffee and before heading out for some fishing on the Zambezi River. Return for brunch and when you re satisfied, there is time for an afternoon siesta or relaxing time around the pool. Meet again on the Mvuu deck before departing for your afternoon s fishing on the Zambezi River for the enigmatic tigerfish! Return after sunset in the evening for a shower before meeting around a roaring fire for dinner. During your stay at Mvuu you have included game drives that can be taken at anytime throughout your stay 3 P a g e
DAY 6 27 SEP Following breakfast, your hosts will assist you as you check out of Mvuu Lodge and transfer to the Lusaka International Airport. Upon arrival in Lusaka, you ll again be assisted with checking in for your domestic Proflight flight to Livingstone. Once on the ground, you ll be transferred to the Zambezi Sun Hotel, where we ll get you checked into your rooms for your four night stay on a bed and breakfast basis. DAY 7 28 SEP This morning after breakfast, you have an opportunity to visit Victoria Falls. The Falls are open to Zambezi Sun guests to visit at any time during the day at no cost. Enjoy a scenic walk around one the Seven Wonders of the Natural World which is a mere two minutes from the Hotel. Close to the Falls you ll also find a local market selling handcrafted African goods and curios. This afternoon you get to choose from an included activity. A helicopter flight over the Falls, a walk with lions, an elephant back safari, white water rafting, half day tiger fishing trip on the Upper Zambezi, walking with Cheetahs or a round of golf. DAY 8 29 SEP Today we spend at our own leisure, with the option of booking in extra activities in Victoria Falls. In the evening we have an included sunset cruise on the Zambezi with drinks and nibbles included. DAY 9 30 SEP The included activity for the day is an opportunity is a day trip to Chobe National Park in Botswana. Chobe is home to one of the world s largest elephant populations. The first half of the day is spent viewing game on a river cruise before we return for lunch. After lunch we spend the afternoon in the park trying to catch a glimpse of some big cats and other game. DAY 10 1 OCT Enjoy your breakfast before checking out of the Zambezi Sun Hotel as we embark on our short journey to Sekoma Lodge on the Upper Zambezi 4 P a g e
Sekoma Island Lodge Western Zambia Enjoy a four night stay at Sekoma Island Lodge in permanent tents on a full board basis (excluding drinks and fishing equipment hire). Sekoma Island forms a part of a chain of islands and channels in the centre of the Mambova rapids, below which lies Kazangula the eastern point of the Caprivi Strip and where four countries meet (Zimbabwe, Botswana, Namibia and Zambia). A Robinson Crusoe island, it teems with indigenous fauna and abundant flora and boasts more than 70 different fish species! The waters surrounding Sekoma Island are only navigable by mokoro (dugout boat) except for the northern point area which has been converted into the Lodge s harbor and clients, therefore, have total exclusivity. After settling into your tents, meet on the Sekoma deck for some high tea before joining your separate guides for the afternoon s adventures on the Upper Zambezi River. Following your afternoons fishing, you will have an opportunity to shower and freshen up before meeting up in the bar for drinks and dinner. 5 P a g e
FISHING TIPS & TACKLE FOR THE UPPER ZAMBEZI The Upper Zambezi is the portion of the Zambezi River that runs from the source of the river to the Victoria Falls. As such, the flow of water through this section of the river is far more dependent on natural rainfall and vast stretches of this river form enormous floodplains that are a vital breeding g ground for small fish. This essentially allows the river to re-stock itself as such. The river generally flows a bit quicker and there is also less wildlife occurring on the banks of the Upper Zambezi river these days. At Sekoma, your fishing will be completely different to the Lowe r Zambezi in that you will probably do most of the fishing with rapala lures and spinners. Trolling 9 13cm Rapalas behind the boats for tigerfish or spinning in the rapids or drop offs is the most successful method of fishing at Sekoma and it is not uncommon to land five or six fish in a session. Remember for every successful strike, expect to miss four other fish! Sekoma will supply you with all the tackle required as well as the guides to point you in the right direction. You may also have the opportunity of catching a three spot bream or the nembwe two very good fighting and wonderful eating fish that hide amongst deep structure and mud drop offs along the river banks. The boats at Sekoma are flat bottom aluminium swamp cruisers with carpets taking a maximum of three anglers. DAYS 11 13 2-4 OCT A Typical Day at Sekoma Island Lodge... A typical morning at Sekoma begins with early morning tea and coffee before heading out for some fishing on the Zambezi River. Return for brunch on the Sekoma deck and thereafter, there is time for an afternoon siesta or relaxing time around the pool. Meet again on the Sekoma deck for high tea before departing for your afternoon s fishing, birding walk or sunset cruise. Return after sunset in the evening for a shower before meeting around a roaring fire in the boma for dinner. DAY 14 5 OCT Following your breakfast, you ll be transferred by road to the Livingstone International Airport. Here you will connect with your international flight back to Johannesburg. Upon arrival in Johannesburg, your Wonders of the Zambezi journey will be concluded. 6 P a g e
IMPORTANT INFORMATION Inclusions All breakfasts. Lunches and dinner at Mvuu & Sekoma Lodge. Fishing safari activities at Mvuu & Sekoma Lodge. Game drives at Mvuu Lodge. Fishing boats and 20l of fuel a day at Mvuu & Sekoma Lodge. All activities in Victoria Falls as per itinerary. All accommodations mentioned on the basis above. 24hr travelling host. Exclusions Any relevant VISA fees, airport taxes. Travel Insurance. Drinks. Gratuities. Fishing equipment hire at Mvuu and fuel exceeding 20l a day. International flights Items or services of a personal nature not stated as included in the above itinerary. *Package is based on USD fluctuation and is subject to change until paid in full 7 P a g e
3 NIGHT LUXURY KRUGER EXTENSION FROM $2299.00 PP FLIGHTS, MEALS, GAME DRIVES INCLUDED DAY 14 6 0CT An early morning departure from Johannesburg to Kruger National Park aboard your South African Airways flight. Upon arrival you ll be welcomed and transferred in comfort to Chapungu Luxury Tented Camp or similar. Bathed in the warmth and color of the afternoon sun and in true African style, luxury tents overlook the magnificent bushveld. It is here that you ll while away moments relaxing and reflecting on the tranquility and intimacy afforded by this small camp. Eight comfortable tents, each with private facilities and feature bushveld baths, are connected by pathways to the main camp. Enjoy a relaxing evening in the African Wilderness. BREAKFAST/LUNCH/DINNER INCLUDED DAY 15 07 OCT Sunrise and sunset ranger guided safaris in the Kruger National Park. The diversity of the Kruger National Parks flora is matched by an equally dazzling variety of mammalian, avian, reptilian and amphibian species. 507 bird and 147 mammal species reside in the Kruger National Park, while recent surveys substantiate the presence of 7000 elephants, 2000 lions and 400 endangered African Wild Dogs (Lycaon Pictus). After your jaw-dropping day of exploring and observing Africa s remarkable wildlife, unwind under the immense African sky during your relaxing evening back at camp. BREAKFAST/LUNCH/DINNER INCLUDED DAY 17 09 OCT Enjoy breakfast and a relaxing morning at the lodge. Check out and meet your driver at reception. You ll be transferred to the airport where you will board your flight to Johannesburg. BREAKFAST INCLUDED 8 P a g e