10 Days Madagascar, Zambia & Botswana Adventure
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Vendor : BIGDREAMS AFRICA SAFARIS
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10 Day Itinerary
Upon arrival in Antananarivo, meet with our team, who will go through the tour program with you before departing from Antananarivo by the East road to reach the village of Andasibe. Arrive in the early afternoon, lunch at the restaurant. Then, stroll in the village. Then, have the opportunity to discover the private park of Vakona: This reserve, very well-conceived, includes a small informal museum, crocodiles lake, various species of reptiles and batrachians, several endemic plants, a superb aviary and especially a “mini-park” with lemurs including several small islands where various species of these prosimians are loafing around.
Move by canoe from islet to islet, to get very close to the specimens of the park, partly tamed. An unforgettable encounter even for the most skeptical. Dinner and night at the hotel.
Dinner: At your hotel in Analamazaotra
Overnight: Mantadia Lodge
Activity duration may vary
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day dedicated to the visit of the most accessible and unmissable park. Guided tour of the tropical rainforest: The Analamazaotra National Park. Discover animals and plants endemic to Madagascar. This site is home to species of diurnal and nocturnal lemurs namely the tawny lemur (Eulemur fulvusfulvus), the red-bellied lemur (Eulemur rubriventer), the woolly avahi (Avahi laniger), the grey hapalemur (Hapalemur griseus) and the vari lemur (Vareciavariegata), and several species of birds. The abundance of vegetation explains the greenery of the park, namely pandanus, rosewood, tree ferns, lichens, epiphytic orchids, and many medicinal plants.
During the walk, we hear the voice of the great Indri Indri lemurs or “Babakoto”, its weight reaches up to 25kg, it is tailless. The guide explains the life of wild animals and makes it a pleasure to take pictures. Then, picnic lunch and you continue the visit in Mantadia National Park. The park is home to many exceptionally rare species of flora and fauna including 51 species of reptiles with an endemicity rate of 95%. 84 species of amphibians with an endemicity rate of 98%. 117 species of birds with an endemicity rate of 63%. As for its flora, more than 1200 species of plants with an endemicity rate of 77%. After the visit, the route continues for a possible return to the Capital.
Lunch – Dinner: At your hotel in Analamazaotra
Overnight: Mantadia Lodge D3
Activity duration may vary
Transfer back to the capital Antananarivo. Enjoy your packed lunch before embarking on an afternoon tour of the Capital of the island. You will visit the former Royal Palace Rova of Madagascar. This is one of the famous historical cultures of Madagascar during the colonial period, executed by the monarchs of the Kingdom of Imerina in the 17th and 18th years and the monarchs of the Kingdom of Madagascar in the 19th. It is located at an altitude of 1462m on the highest elevation of the capital, the Analamanga, and is thus almost 200m above the quarters of the lower city.
Overnight: Carlton Madagascar
Activity duration may vary
Meet and greet at Victoria Falls Airport. Our guide will be waiting for you in the arrival hall carrying a branded sign board. – Arrival at Victoria Falls, one of the most famous landmarks in the world and visited by thousands of tourists every year, yet the town of the same name remains small and filled with plenty of old-world frontier charm. Victoria Falls town is bright and friendly and a great place to browse craft markets and collect souvenirs of your African travels as you take some time to absorb the atmosphere and pick up a greater sense of the African cultures and the rich history that have shaped the Victoria Falls over time.
Wildlife lovers may need to look no further than right in front of them as animals are known to roam the streets with cheeky baboons hanging around in the trees and occasionally even an elephant or two strolling across the road to the nearby Zambezi River. (n) – Soak up the beauty of Africa on a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River. The immense, calm waters of the Zambezi River lend themselves to leisurely boat cruises amongst the peace and tranquillity of the surrounding wilderness.
From your lodge you will be taken to the jetty and begin your sailing journey upstream from the Victoria Falls. As you peacefully drift along the river you can admire the splashes of colour that the setting sun paints in the sky as well as watch the wildlife that congregates along the river banks in the coolness of the evening. Your wondrous cruise is rounded off with aperitifs and snacks served on board the boat.
Falls: Zimbabwe Side • Flight: Falls by helicopter
View one of the world’s natural wonders on a visit to the Zimbabwe side of the Victoria Falls. This enormous sheet of falling water was first discovered by David Livingstone in 1855, although it had been known to the local people for much longer than that. It is shared by two countries, Zambia to the north and Zimbabwe to the south. Around two thirds of the falls are located on the Zimbabwe side and this country is also considered to have more classical views of the mains falls with footpaths leading you to breathtaking viewpoints such as Devils Cataract, Main Falls, Horseshoe Falls and the very popular Rainbow Falls. The sights from here are considered some of the best on the planet while the sheer force of the tumbling water is a sensory treat as water plunges and tumbles, sending sprays of mist up into the skies.
Marvel at the wonder of natural forces with a helicopter flight over the Victoria Falls. Your 12-minute adventure will get your heart racing and your eyes captivated on the scenes below as you take to the skies and begin your flight over the Zambezi River. This river is the fourth longest in Africa and is surrounded by pristine wilderness that is especially beautiful to observe from above, with many islands and channels through which the crystal-clear water winds its way. The Batoka Gorge, lying just below the Victoria Falls, showcases stunning, deep chasms that cut into the earth before you arrive at the highlight of your trip, the falls themselves. This flight is often referred to as ‘the flight of angels’, and as you float through the misty spray and rainbows created by the thundering falls you will feel as if you are indeed in heaven.
Overnight: Ilala Lodge (Deluxe Room – Dinner,Bed and Breakfast)
Activity duration may vary
Inspire your creative side in an artistic wildlife experience. This incredible three-hour activity will place you in close proximity to one of Africa’s largest mammals, while simultaneously allowing you to put brush to canvas in the presence of splendid nature. Beginning with an elephant interaction session, observe, connect and share time with these marvelous creatures before expressing your encounter through art with the aid of an easel and paint.
After feeding and meeting the elephants from the safety of an elevated deck, you can retire to a shady spot near the water hole where you can immortalize your emotive experience on canvas. A local artist will be on hand to assist you if necessary, while the elephants play and cool down in the muddy water nearby. This unique workshop is hosted by Art of Africa, a group of young artists from the Victoria Falls area with the aim of exposing African art to the rest of the world.
Overnight: Ilala Lodge (Deluxe Room – Dinner, Bed and Breakfast)
Activity duration may vary
Arrival at Muchenje Safari Lodge. This quiet and restful lodge overlooks the seasonal floodplains of the Chobe River and is located high on an escarpment in the Chobe Forest Reserve. The lodge offers half and full-day game drives in the Chobe National Park, as well as night drives and nature, walks within the reserve, providing a good opportunity to slow down the pace and admire the natural beauty of the region.
The Chobe National Park plays host to some of the best game viewings in the world as it is filled with an enormous diversity of wildlife, attracted by the water and lush river banks. Muchenje lies on the quieter western end of the Chobe riverfront and also offers game viewing from cruise boats and cultural visits to the local village. The beautifully appointed thatched cottages afford privacy and floodplain views from secluded decks and there is a communal swimming pool and outdoor gym for guests to use at their leisure.
Overnight at the Lodge: Muchenje Safari Lodge (Chalet – Fully Inclusive)
Activity duration may vary
Arrival at Muchenje Safari Lodge. This quiet and restful lodge overlooks the seasonal floodplains of the Chobe River and is located high on an escarpment in the Chobe Forest Reserve. The lodge offers half and full-day game drives in the Chobe National Park, as well as night drives and nature, walks within the reserve, providing a good opportunity to slow down the pace and admire the natural beauty of the region. The Chobe National Park plays host to some of the best game viewings in the world as it is filled with an enormous diversity of wildlife, attracted by the water and lush river banks. Muchenje lies on the quieter western end of the Chobe riverfront and also offers game viewing from cruise boats and cultural visits to the local village. The beautifully appointed thatched cottages afford privacy and floodplain views from secluded decks and there is a communal swimming pool and outdoor gym for guests to use at their leisure.
Overnight at the Lodge: Muchenje Safari Lodge (Chalet – Fully Inclusive)
Activity duration may vary
- Morning activity.
- Breakfast
- Charter flight transfer
- End of our services
Activity duration may vary
Pricing Includes:
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9 nights accommodation as per program
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9 breakfasts, 7 lunches, and 9 dinners
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Luggage porterage (except for self-catering accommodation and campsite)
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Air Transport: from Madagascar to Johannesburg OR Tambo, from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Victoria Falls
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Local taxes such as VAT or bed levy are included at the rate applicable at the time the costing is done and can change
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without notice
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Park entry fees and safari guide fees
Pricing Excludes
- International Flight Cost
