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Zambia & Botswana Agricultural Tour Zambia - Lusaka - Lower Zambezi - Livingstone (Victoria Falls) - Chobe National Park

14 Days / 13 Nights

23 July 2019 - 05 August 2019

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Key

B&B: Bed and Breakfast

D, B&B: Dinner, Bed and Breakfast

FI: Fully Inclusive

Accommodation Destination Start End Basis Duration

Overnight Travel 23 Jul 24 Jul 1 Night

Protea Hotel by Marriott Lusaka Safari

Lodge

Zambia 24 Jul 26 Jul D, B&B 2 Nights

Lilayi Lodge Lusaka 26 Jul 27 Jul D, B&B 1 Night

Royal Zambezi Lodge Lower Zambezi 27 Jul 30 Jul FI 3 Nights

Camp Nkwazi Livingstone (Victoria

Falls)

30 Jul 2 Aug D, B&B 3 Nights

Wildtrack Safaris Eco Lodge Chobe National Park 2 Aug 4 Aug D, B&B 2 Nights

Overnight Travel 4 Aug 5 Aug 1 Night

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Day 1: Overnight Travel (Tue, 23 July)

Day Itinerary

Check in for your light to Perth. Arrive at Perth International airport this evening in time for your overnight flight to

Johannesburg with South African Airways.

We can provide connecting flights to Perth from Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide and Brisbane. Flights from other areas

may be arranged at an additional cost.

Flight Information

Day 2: Protea Hotel by Marriott Lusaka Safari Lodge, Zambia

(Wed, 24 July)

Day Itinerary

This morning you will arrive into Johannesburg where you will connect to your flight to Lusaka in Zambia.

Flight Information

On arrival in Zambia collect your luggage and clear customs and immigration. Thereafter you will be met by your

guide and it's straight into touring. You'll be taken to Chisamba Farming Block to visit a large farming operation

which is involved in beef, seed maize, arable (crops) and poultry.

From there you'll visit Seed Research Station, here they grow a number of grass seeds for pasture production which

are then sold on the local market. In addition they also have another company which produces a range of natural

skin care products and have a number of their own spas within Lusaka. Enjoy lunch on the farm.

Tonight the group will either overnight at a Guest Farm in Chisamba or at Chisamba Safari Lodge depending on final

numbers.

Date Flight Airline Departure Airport Time Arrival Airport Time

23

Jul

SA7255

(Scheduled)

SAA operated

by Virgin

Melbourne

International Airport

[MEL]

18:15 Perth International

Airport [PER]

20:35

23

Jul

SA281

(Scheduled)

South African

Airways

Perth International

Airport [PER]

23:40 OR Tambo

International Airport

[JNB]

04:50

(24 Jul)

Date Flight Airline Departure Airport Time Arrival Airport Time

24 Jul SA8160

(Scheduled)

South

African

Airways

OR Tambo

International Airport

[JNB]

06:35 Kenneth Kaunda

International Airport

[LUN]

08:30

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This unique, peanut-shaped country, once known as Northern Rhodesia, offers visitors an authentic African

experience complete with adrenalin pumping adventure sports, a variety of fascinating cultural activities, and an

abundance of indigenous wildlife, which finds refuge in Zambia’s vast national parks. Spend your evenings enjoying

the spectacular site of the world’s largest waterfall, the Victoria Falls, while sipping on sundowners after an

exhilarating day of whitewater rafting down the rapids of the mighty Zambezi River. If that sounds a little too

adventurous for your taste, take a houseboat cruise along the exquisite Lake Kariba while watching wild elephants

drink at the riverbank as you try your hand at catching the elusive tiger fish. However you choose to spend your time

in this unique country, you are bound to leave with a heavy heart and a desire to return again soon to this

exceptionally beautiful Southern African country.

Overnight: Protea Hotel by Marriott Lusaka Safari Lodge

Located within its own private game reserve of approximately 2 500 acres, Protea Hotel Safari Lodge is set within

beautiful gardens, with separate open sided buildings for the restaurant and bar, and a lovely swimming pool. Ideal

for the business and leisure travellers who want comfort, tranquillity and convenience only 30 minutes from Lusaka

City Centre.

Each of the luxury rooms and chalets have a private veranda, telephone, satellite TV, free wireless internet access

and a view of the lake or the bush. Inter-leading rooms are available on request and subject to availability.

Day 3: Protea Hotel by Marriott Lusaka Safari Lodge, Zambia (Thu, 25 July)

Day Itinerary

This morning there's a visit to a Macadamia Nut farmer who produces nuts for the local market. Macadamia are

indigenous to Australia and generally do quite well in Southern Africa.

Afterwards head off to have lunch with a private commercial farmer who grows maize, wheat, tobacco and who also

farms beef and game. Enjoy lunch on the farm.

Return to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.

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Day 4: Lilayi Lodge, Lusaka (Fri, 26 July)

Day Itinerary

This morning you'll head south through the centre of Lusaka (capital City of Zambia) to visit an integrated pig, fish,

beef and game farm.

You'll also have an afternoon visit to a beef and arable farm.

This evening it's dinner at the beautiful Lilayi Lodge where you'll be spending the night.

Lusaka, Zambia’s cosmopolitan capital, is a typical modern African city. Set on open plains at the heart of the

country, the city serves as Zambia’s rapidly developing economic and transport hub with new buildings popping up

everywhere and many chain stores and shopping malls springing up all over the sprawling suburbs. Lusaka’s wide,

tree-lined boulevards feature a range of tourist facilities including hotels, guest houses, coffee shops, fast food

outlets, nightclubs and pubs. Visitor attractions include the Henry Tayali Gallery, showcasing local artworks; The

National Museum, covering Zambia's colonial history; the Lilayi Elephant Orphanage; and a number of colourful

markets. Don’t miss the popular Munda Wanga Environmental Park where you will find a Wildlife Park and

Sanctuary, Botanical Gardens, Recreational Village and an Environmental Education Centre

Overnight: Lilayi Lodge

Experience luxury nestled inside our game park as wildlife graze right outside your veranda. Our deluxe chalets sleep

two people comfortably. Each unit consists of an open plan, en suite bedroom with a tastefully furnished lounge. The

bathrooms boast Victoria Albert Volcanic Limestone soaker baths and spacious showers, while the room’s folding

bay windows open up to a wooden deck and veranda. Amenities include LED satellite television, wireless Internet

connection, bar fridge and coffee/tea station.

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Day 5: Royal Zambezi Lodge, Lower Zambezi (Sat, 27 July)

Day Itinerary

An early morning departure today with a packed breakfast. Head south through Lusaka city centre, past Kafue town

and down to the Lower Zambezi River. Depending on traffic the trip could take about 3 to 4 hours.

Visit Zambeef Chiawa Farms. This is a large arable farming operation which irrigates over 2000 ha of maize & soya

beans in summer and maize& wheat in winter, all irrigated from the Zambezi River . They also branch out with some

fish farming and grow lucerne all year round.

After lunch at a nearby Lodge you'll then hop aboard a boat and head down the Zambezi River to the Royal Zambezi

Lodge. A luxury lodge built on the banks of the Zambezi River.

Evening sundowner/game cruise on the Zambezi River (Africa’s 4th largest River) and there is a chance for some of

you to throw a rod in to try and catch a tiger fish. Common animals seen are elephant, hippo and buffalo.

Located on the Zimbabwean border in southern Zambia the Lower Zambezi National Park is known for its

exceptional, undeveloped wildlife areas. It is known for its abundant game and a variety of different wildlife can be

spotted such as hippos, buffalo, crocodiles, fish eagles and herds of elephants. The landscape features rugged

unspoilt wilderness made up of vast floodplains scattered with woodlands. Visitors can look forward to an array of

wonderful activities along the Zambezi including game drives, walking safaris, canoe trips and excellent tiger fishing.

Overnight: Royal Zambezi Lodge

Royal Zambezi Lodge is a striking combination of contemporary style and comfort in a completely unspoiled bush

environment. Offering king-size beds in large, fully netted, canvas tents under thatched canopies, comfortable sofas

in front of roaring open fires and airy verandas, the lodge is a luxurious base from which to explore this beautiful

area.

The design of Royal Zambezi Lodge allows nature and the environment to play a leading role in ensuring the relaxed

pace and magical experience enjoyed by guests. The Lodge is an ideal place to stay when combining a visit to Victoria

Falls. It works perfectly for a family safari holiday yet also as the romantic setting for honeymoon couples.

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Day 6: Royal Zambezi Lodge, Lower Zambezi (Sun, 28 July)

Day Itinerary

The following two days are yours to enjoy the activities and facilities of Royal Zambezi Lodge.

There are many activities offered at Royal Zambezi Lodge – including game drives, walks, night drives, tiger fishing

and canoeing.

Overnight Royal Zambezi Lodge – all inclusive of all meals, laundry, park fees, conservation levies, game activities

Game viewing

The lodge is surrounded by game management area which offers fantastic game viewing in open woodland, grassy

floodplains and riverine forest. The Lower Zambezi National Park, only five minutes drive away, is home to huge

herds of Elephants and Buffalo, and offers frequent and reliable Lion and Leopard sightings. The river is an ideal

place to view wildlife and birdlife. Clients can opt for open vehicle drives, night drives, bush walks in the area or boat

trips for game-viewing. Enjoy walking safaris, photographic safaris and Birding safaris - the riverine ecosystem host

spectacular Birdlife.

Day 7: Royal Zambezi Lodge, Lower Zambezi (Mon, 29 July)

Fishing

The Lower Zambezi offers one of the finest freshwater angling experiences in the world. Expert resident guides take

fishing excursions on new, fully-fitted aluminium boats. For guests who are new to fishing or fly-fishing, our guides

provide expert instruction and assistance. Rods, Tackle and flies are provided although enthusiasts may bring their

own. All fishing is on a catch and release basis. Fly fishing is an extra $50 per person per day for any groups over 2

people.

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Day 8: Camp Nkwazi, Livingstone (Victoria Falls) (Tue, 30 July)

Day Itinerary

This morning you'll take a Charter flight to Livingstone. Livingstone is the adventure Capital of Zambia and renowned

for the mighty Victoria Falls which she shares with Zimbabwe.

Flight Information

Met upon arrival in Livingstone then head north for about 1 and a half hours to the cattle ranching area of

Zambia. Visit and enjoy lunch at a commercial beef farm producing for the local market.

Afterwards head back to Livingstone you'll will be spending the next couple of nights at Camp Nwazi. A tented lodge

on the banks of the upper Zambezi River.

One of the original natural wonders of the world, the Victoria Falls is a World Heritage Site and an extremely popular

tourist attraction. Known locally as ‘The Smoke that Thunders’ this spectacle is accessible from both Zambia and

Zimbabwe and it is an ideal place to combine game viewing and water sports. There is excellent fishing, a terrifying

bungee jump and arguably the best commercial whitewater rafting in the world.

Overnight: Camp Nkwazi

Camp Nkwazi, is nestled on the banks of the mighty Zambezi river,+- 20 minutes’ drive from Livingstone. The river

extends the length of the property and there are breathtaking views over the water with the sightings of a variety of

game, rich and rare bird life with the likes of Fish Eagle, African Fin Foot, Pel’s Fishing Owl, African Paradise

Flycatcher, Horn-Bill, King Fishers, Bee-eaters etc.etc. Fishing is good with the potential of catching a tiger or bream

Date Flight Airline Departure

Airport

Time Arrival Airport Time

30 Jul TBA

(Charter)

TBA Royal Zambezi

Lodge

TBA Harry Mwanga Nkumbula

International Airport [LVI]

TBA

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close to your chalet.

Camp Nkwazi is located close to the Mosi-Oa Tunya, Chobe and Kafue national parks and right opposite the Zambezi

National Park.

Day 9: Camp Nkwazi, Livingstone (Victoria Falls) (Wed, 31 July)

Day Itinerary

Today venture into Mosi O Tunya National Park – Zambia’s smallest park and be on the lookout for white

rhino. Following which you'll visit a nearby Tilapia farm.

Tilapia are mainly freshwater fish inhabiting shallow streams, ponds, rivers and lakes and less commonly found living

in brackish water. Historically, they have been of major importance in artisanal fishing in Africa, and they are of

increasing importance in aquaculture and aquaponics. Interestingly Tilapia are considered an invasive pest in

Australia. As they're able to adapt to a variety of water conditions they quickly spread and take over dams, creeks

and rivers due to their aggressive nature and effective breeding strategies.

Enjoy lunch on the farm and then head off to a Tobacco and Banana Farm.

Return to Camp Nkwazi for dinner and overnight.

Day 10: Camp Nkwazi, Livingstone (Victoria Falls) (Thu, 1 August)

Day Itinerary

Today visit the Victoria Falls on the Zambian side of the river and some of the local markets. Head back to the lodge

for lunch. Some time to relax before partaking on sunset cruise on the Zambezi River.

Day 11: Wildtrack Safaris Eco Lodge, Chobe National Park (Fri, 2 August)

Day Itinerary

Transfer roughly 1 and a half hours by road to Botswana. Clear custom and immigration formalities as you exit

Zambia and enter Botswana. Arrive in time for a lunch time game cruise on the Chobe River. Chobe National Park

is renowned for its large concentrations of wildlife and in particular elephant.

From here you will be transferred to the Pandamatenga Farm block, Botswana’s biggest commercial farming

area. There are over 43,000 hectares of rain fed crops on black cotton soils - mainly sorghum, cowpeas, mung-

beans, chickpeas, millett & sunflower. All grown for the local market.

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Arrive late afternoon at Wild Tracks Eco Lodge – a luxury lodge situated on the edge of the Pandamatenga farm

block and Hwange National Park (Zimbabwe).

Renowned for its impressive, shifting migratory population of more than 50 000 elephants, Chobe National Park is

situated in the far northeast of Botswana, bordered to the north by the mighty Chobe River. It is the second largest

national park in Botswana featuring four distinct ecosystems: the Savuti Channel in the west; the Linyanti Swamps in

the northwest; the arid hinterland in between and Serondela in the extreme northeast with fertile plains and thick

forests. This diversity of habitats provides a sanctuary to an astonishing array of African wildlife. In addition to

spotting Chobe's great pachyderm herds, you are likely to spot lion, leopard, hyena, wild dog, impala, waterbuck,

kudu, zebra, wildebeest giraffe, and warthog. The park is also famous for its wonderful riverboat safaris, making

Chobe an essential destination for any avid safari enthusiast.

Overnight: Wildtrack Safaris Eco Lodge

Wildtrack Safaris Eco Lodge borders the Hwange National Park and is situated near the village of Pandamatenga and

the Kazuma National Park.

Botswana’s beautiful Chobe region is only an hour from the lodge, making it possible to explore the Chobe National

Park and River.

The lodge lives up to its name; it is our aim to minimise our impact on the environment. The entire lodge is solar-

powered; all hot water is supplied by solar geysers, waste is recycled and effluent treated and returned to the

environment safe and clean.

Wildtrack Safaris Eco Lodge is a private and exclusive lodge comprising of eleven thatched luxury suites - one of

which is both wheelchair friendly and family oriented. Each suite is uniquely styled and themed to reflect Africa's rich

and diverse cultures, with extra-length King size beds appointed in crisp, white linen.

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Day 12: Wildtrack Safaris Eco Lodge, Chobe National Park (Sat, 3 August)

Day Itinerary

Today will be spent visiting farms in the Pandamatenga Farm Block. You'll enjoy lunch with local farmers before this

afternoon heading off on a game drive.

Day 13: Overnight Travel (Sun, 4 August)

Day Itinerary

Enjoy breakfast this morning and afterwards depart Wildtracks eco Lodge for Kasane to meet you international

flight to Johannesburg and onwards home.

On arrival in Johannesburg you will have several hours to enjoy the shopping, relax or make use of one of the pay to

use lounges (own expense).

Flight Information

Date Flight Airline Departure Airport Time Arrival Airport Time

04

Aug

SA8307

(Scheduled)

South African

Airways

Kasane Airport [BBK] 14:00 OR Tambo International

Airport [JNB]

15:55

04

Aug

SA280

Scheduled)

South African

Airways

OR Tambo International

Airport [JNB]

21:15 Perth International

Airport [PER]

12:20

(05

Aug)

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Day 14: End of Itinerary (Mon, 5 August)

Day Itinerary

This afternoon around Midday you will arrive into Perth. Collect your luggage and clear customs and immigration,

you can re-check or bag drop your luggage for your onwards domestic flights (if applicable)

Flight Information

COST: $12,890 per person twin share*

Subject to a minimum of 15 passengers travelling

*Tour cost is subject to air/tax increases plus currency fluctuations.

Non-refundable deposit required: $1,000 per person

Balance required no later than: 28 May 2019

Single Supplement: $765 per single

Tour Cost Includes:

2 nights lodge or guest farm in Chisamba dinner, bed and breakfast basis

1 night Lilayi lodge dinner, bed and breakfast.

Farm visits and lunches

Bus transfers to and from farms and to and from the Lower Zambezi

3 Nights Royal Zambezi Lodge including all meals, local drinks, laundry. 1 full day into the Lower Zambezi National Park; game walk, canoeing, fishing

3 nights Camp Nkwazi – Dinner, bed & breakfast, lunch last day and 2 boat cruises

Tour of Victoria Falls Zambia

Farm visit in Livingstone

2 Nights Wild Tracks Eco Lodge Dinner, bed and breakfast

Pandamatenga Farm Block Botswana with farm visits, game drive and lunch time cruise on chobe river

Transfers to Pandamatenga and to Kasane airport

CHARTER Flight Chiawa to Livingtone

Accompanied by an English Speaking Zamag Tours & Safaris Guide

Bottled water on the buses

International Flight ex Australia on SAA incl tax Tour cost does NOT Include:

Compulsory medical , travel and cancellation insurance

Visas

Drinks at hotel in Lusaka, guest farm, Camp Nkwazi

Gratuities - This is not compulsory but is customary in Zambia and should be given at your discretion.

Fishing tackle at Royal Zambezi costs extra $20 per person per day.

Note* Luggage is restricted to 15kg per person

Date Flight Airline Departure Airport Time Arrival Airport Time

05 Aug SA7256

(Scheduled)

SAA operated

by Virgin

Perth International

Airport [PER]

17:25 Melbourne

International Airport

[MEL]

23:00

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IMPORTANT NOTES: The tour cost is subject to change due to currency fluctuations, visa fee increases, airfare, fuel surcharges and / or tax increases. As this is a group package, all passengers must travel on the same outbound flight to Dublin. Post touring options are available and will incur an amendment fee of $75.00 per person plus extra touring and insurance costs. PASSPORTS AND VISAS All travellers will require a full valid passport, and it is your responsibility to ensure that you have valid visas for all countries visited on your holiday, and/or sufficient blank pages for any visas and for entry/departure stamps. Your passport must be valid for at least six months after the end of your holiday. If you have more than one passport, we recommend that you use one passport only for the entire journey. This will save problems and potential delays at border crossings. Requirements differ depending on your nationality - check with the appropriate embassies for details. It is your responsibility to ensure that you are in possession of the correct visas for your holiday and onward travel. Swagman Tours cannot accept responsibility for anyone who is refused entry to a country because they lack the correct documentation. Please check the actual requirements with the necessary embassy or your Travel Agent. Please also do not assume that any inaccuracies within your documentation will be detected or can be rectified - you must ensure, that your "paper-work" is in order. There will be times during the trip, when your passport will be collected e.g. by your tour leader, hotel reception staff, or police. HOLDERS OF FOREIGN PASSPORTS: Travellers holding non Australian passports must have the relevant re-entry permit to return to Australia and must check with their National Consulate of any visa requirements to your holiday destination country(s). NOTE: Passport and visa requirements are liable to change at short notice. Travellers are advised to check their entry requirements with their embassy or consulate.

FARM & TECHNICAL VISITS: A fully furnished list of confirmed visits both to farming properties and technical stops will be given with your ticket wallets approximately 2-3 weeks prior to your departure.

* Changes and alterations may take place from details listed in the itinerary *.

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