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Unforgettable adventure on the waters of southern Africa: from the Zambezi River to magnificent Lake Kariba

Looking for a holiday with a change of scenery, relaxation, exclusivity and a wealth of incredible natural wonders?

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Main features
Boat type: péniche
Number of cabins: 8
Maximum capacity: 16 travelers
Crew members: 15

Cabins

Double cabin
Capacity: 2 Berths maximum
Spacious, comfortable cabin with two single beds that can be pushed together, en-suite bathroom (sink, shower and private toilet), hairdryer, TV, safe and air conditioning. Located on the main deck, it features a French balcony with an unobstructed view.
Double cabin with balcony
Capacity: 2 Berths maximum
Spacious, comfortable cabin with two single beds that can be pushed together, en-suite bathroom (sink, shower and private toilet), hairdryer, TV, safe and air conditioning. Located on the main deck, it offers panoramic views from its 3.5 m² balcony.
Double cabin with extra child's bed
Capacity: 3 Berths maximum
Spacious, comfortable cabin with two single beds that can be pushed together, en-suite bathroom (sink, shower and private toilet), hairdryer, TV, safe and air conditioning. Located on the main deck, it has a French balcony with an unobstructed view. An extra bed (150cm x 80cm) is available for a third person aged 7 to 14 inclusive.
NB : The pictures, information, and visuals presented are not contractually binding. The itinerary and program indicated may be modified without notice for technical reasons (captain's decision).

Itinerary

Johannesburg
Meet at the hotel around 11:30 a.m. Lunch.
Transfer to downtown. Visit the Apartheid Museum, which... more+ has been recognized worldwide since its opening in 2001 as the premier museum dedicated to the history of 20th-century South Africa, with a particular focus on the Apartheid era.
Panoramic city tour. The financial capital of South Africa, Johannesburg is also a city of superlatives: the richest city in Africa, the tallest buildings, the greatest social disparities, but also one of the most beautiful atmospheres you’ll ever experience.
Welcome, check-in, dinner, and overnight stay at a 5-star NL hotel. 
Included activities: Visit to the Apartheid Museum, Panoramic tour of Johannesburg, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Johannesburg Kasane
Flight Johannesburg / Kasane, Botswana. Transfer to your lodge by private boat. On the way, observe... more+ the different species of birds that inhabit these flooded plains, and perhaps catch the surprised gaze of one of the many hippos or a family of crocodiles lounging on the banks.
Welcome and installation at the lodge for total immersion in the heart of nature. Absolute peace and quiet guaranteed! Dinner and overnight at the lodge. 
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Kasane
A day dedicated to exploring Chobe National Park. Take a 4x4 safari through this park, which is... more+ home to more than a quarter of Africa’s elephant population.
Enjoy an African lunch at a “floating restaurant” offering breathtaking views of the river and wildlife. After lunch, depart for a boat safari aboard private boats on the Chobe River to the wetlands of Sedudu Island.
Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge. 
Included activities: 4x4 exploration of Chobé National Park, Nautical safari on the Chobé River, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Kasane Impalila Island Kasane
Departure for a village tour on Impalila Island, Namibia. Discover the traditional habitat and... more+ local way of life. Return to the lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, a choice of activities: free time to relax at the lodge and enjoy the pool and comfortable facilities, or discover the Zambezi River by private boat. Dinner at the lodge. Your evening is rounded off by your guide, who will tell you all about the traditions of the island's inhabitants. Overnight at the lodge. 
Included activities: Discovering villages on Impalila Island in Namibia, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Kasane Kariba
Depart from the lodge for a final boat safari in the Chobe National Park region.
Enjoy lunch on... more+ the water. Drive to Kasane Airport. Experience the ever-changing savanna landscapes and breathtaking views of Lake Kariba from the air during the Kasane–Kariba flight in a private plane.
Transfer to your boat, board, and settle in. Begin cruising on the lake. At 200 km long and 40 km wide, the lake has flooded plains, hills, and forests, and its landscapes are now iconic.
Dinner and overnight stay on board. 
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Kariba Palm Bay Kariba
At sunrise, sail through the symbolic and emblematic landscapes of Lake Kariba: the silhouettes of... more+ dried trees emerging from the waves are reflected in the water like in a mirror, giving the lake its mysterious atmosphere. Discover the small streams that meander through the Matusadona National Park on a private boat, and the species of animals they shelter; their meanders, wide bends and small wild creeks will plunge you into an enchanting atmosphere. Return and lunch on board. Afternoon sailing to Palm Bay. When the light becomes magical, take a private boat out to admire the pink sky. Dinner and overnight on board. 
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Kariba
Morning safari to discover the Matusadona National Park region, located between the Sanyati and Ume... more+ rivers. Covering an area of over 1,400km², this wild territory is home to numerous species of animals including elephants, hippos, crocodiles and buffalo, as well as thousands of birds including the mythical African fish eagle, majestic yellow-billed storks and the black egret with its amazing fishing technique. And if we're lucky in the heart of the savannah, a feline may cross our path. The park's history is linked to that of the lake: when the waters rose during the construction of the dam, several thousand animals were rescued and taken to Matusadona, where hunting is strictly forbidden. This was the gigantic “Operation Noah”, which saved large mammals, fawns and impalas. Lunch on board. Resumption of navigation and round-table discussion on the history of the lake, its inhabitants and ecosystem. Dinner and overnight on board. 
Included activities: Land and water safari in Matusadona National Park, more+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Kariba Victoria Falls
Sunrise cruise to Kariba.
Disembarkation.
On the way to the airport, visit the “dam wall,”... more+ the massive dam that diverted the Zambezi River to create the lake in 1955 and which today supplies nearly 70% of Zimbabwe’s electricity. You’ll hear the story of how this lake was created, along with the legends surrounding it, including that of Nyami Nyami, the spirit of the river.
Private plane flight from Kariba to Victoria Falls.
Lunch cruise on the Zambezi River upstream from the falls. In the afternoon, explore Victoria Falls on foot: its many viewpoints are among the most exceptional on the planet. The Zambezi River plunges into the world’s largest waterfall from a height of over 108 meters, a spectacle of “roaring mists” that David Livingstone named “Victoria Falls.”
Dinner and overnight stay at a 4-star NL hotel. 
Included activities: Walking Tour of Victoria Falls, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Victoria Falls
Breakfast. Optional: early morning helicopter flight over Victoria Falls (to be booked at time of... more+ registration). End of our services at your Victoria Falls hotel. 
Optional services: Helicopter Tour of Victoria Falls, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner

included

The price includes
Flight Johannesburg / Kasane
Private flights Kasane / Kariba / Victoria Falls
Accommodation in double rooms in first-class lodges and 4 and 5*NL hotels
In Johannesburg and Victoria Falls, drinks included: 1 water + 1 glass of local wine or 1 soda or 1 local beer + 1 tea or 1 coffee per person and per meal
Gratuities (excluding boat and lodge staff)
Bed linen, towels, shower gel and shampoo
Activities included in the program
Meals included in the program
The price does not include
Flight Victoria Falls / Johannesburg
Return airport/hotel transfer
Zimbabwean visa (US$30 to date, payable on site in US$ for French, Belgian and Swiss nationals - for other nationalities, please check with the Zimbabwean embassy in your country)
Cancellation/luggage insurance
Optional excursion
Tips for boat and lodge staff (allow $5 per day per passenger)
Botswana entry tax ($30 to be paid locally in US$, subject to change within the year)
Namibian visa
International flights and taxes
Transfer from the airport to the port
Transfer from the port to the airport
Activities not included in the program
Meals not included in the program
Additional information
Excursions must be added at least two weeks before the cruise departure date. Any changes made after the reservation has been confirmed will incur a €50 change fee per booking
Optional excursions are subject to availability and must be booked in advance before departure
Languages spoken on board: English and French
Optional services
Flights not included in the programme are available on request
Activities and excursions upon request more+

Activities

Visit to the Apartheid Museum
included
Panoramic tour of Johannesburg
included
4x4 exploration of Chobé National Park
included
Nautical safari on the Chobé River
included
Discovering villages on Impalila Island in Namibia
included
Land and water safari in Matusadona National Park
We’ll journey out on a safari to discover the area around Matusadona National Park. Bordered by the Sanyati and Ume Rivers, this 1,400km²/540 sq mi-large untouched area is home to numerous animal species such as elephants, hippos, crocodiles, buffalos as... more+ well as thousands of birds. We might be lucky enough to cross paths with a big cat or two! The history of the park is closely linked with that of the lake: during the construction of the dam, the rising floodwaters affected the native wildlife although the damage was mitigated by Operation Noah, an initiative which saved the lives of over 6,000 animals. This rescue operation allowed for large mammals, big cats, impalas and more to be moved to Matusadona where hunting is strictly prohibited. 
included
Walking Tour of Victoria Falls
The trail that takes you past the falls’ many viewing points is one of the most spectacular on the planet: as you proceed, the angle of view changes, revealing the full grandeur of this natural spectacle. The Zambezi River plunges over the world’s... more+ largest waterfall, more than 108 meters high, a spectacle of “roaring mists” that David Livingstone named “Victoria Falls.” NOTE The times and order of visits are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change.  
included
Helicopter Tour of Victoria Falls
A helicopter tour of the falls offers a spectacular view of the natural spectacle created by the waterfalls and their impressive mist, as well as the opportunity to see the Zambezi River from the air—its approach to the rocky gorge that forms the... more+ falls—along with the city of Victoria Falls and the surrounding landscape. NOTES The flight lasts 12 minutes. Schedules and the order of visits are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change.  
Not included 245 € / people

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