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Day 4-5: Zambezi Expeditions

Zambezi Expeditions // 2 Nights

A game drive transfer will take you from Kanga Camp to Zambezi Expeditions Camp. Spend a further 2 nights here exploring the area. We can highly recommend some walking safaris and canoeing. Camp Management will confirm the details for your transfer to the next camp during your stay.

Zambezi Expeditions showcases one of the most magnificent settings in Zimbabwe’s iconic Mana Pools National Park. Comfortable yet classic, the camp offers the kind of intimacy with nature that can only be achieved by immersing yourself in the heart of the wild.

Fall asleep to the sound of the flowing river and chuckles of hippo and wake-up with the dawn chorus to a spectacular African sunrise. At Zambezi Expeditions you will connect with nature in a deep and meaningful way.

With unique access to the Zambezi River, your days will be filled with adventurous canoeing safaris, tracking game along the shorelines by foot, and fishing for the iconic tiger fish. An absolute must, however, is a game drive in an open 4 x 4 along the flood plains and into the heart of the Mana Pools UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Set under the shade of winter thorn and ebony trees, each luxury tent has en-suite bathroom facilities with hot bucket showers.

Day 6-7: Nyamatusi Camp

Nyamatusi Camp // 2 Nights

A game drive transfer will take you from Zambezi Expeditions to the luxurious Nyamatusi Camp. Spend a further 2 nights here. Camp Management will confirm details for your light aircraft transfer during your stay.

This Mana Pools safari camp is set in one of the wildest and most remote parts of Africa, on the banks of the Zambezi, one of the world’s oldest rivers. Embracing comfort, this property embodies sustainable design. Fully solar-powered and built from all-natural materials, it encompasses its wilderness location in the most elegant way. Here, your Mana Pools safari plays out against a sweeping riverine landscape, where epic encounters of the giants that roam this land await.

Your Mana Pools safari follows the gentle ebb and flow of life on the river. Marvel at the incredible sights and sounds of one of Africa’s last remaining wilderness hinterlands from the cosy bar or, refreshing pool.

Nyamatusi Camp, lightly translated, means ‘wild game’. Spend your days walking in the footsteps of ancient explorers and tracks of elephants that criss-cross the floodplain. Watch the drama of nature play out before your eyes on game drives or thrilling canoeing safaris. Fishing on the Zambezi River (catch and release only) and birding safaris are highlights here. All these activities are included in your stay and led by qualified and passionate guides keen to share their knowledge and love of the bush with you.

Each romantic luxury tent is adorned with soft drapery and is replete with air-conditioning, indoor and outdoor shower plus a private viewing deck and plunge pool. Thoughtfully located charging points are placed in your guest tent for those all-important cameras.

Day 8-9: Bumi Hills Safari Lodge

Bumi Hills Safari Lodge // 2 Nights

Today you will fly from Mana Pools to Bumi Hills. On arrival you will be met by a guide for a transfer to the lodge. Spend 2 nights here in this stunning safari camp overlooking Lake Kariba. Camp Management will confirm details for your light aircraft transfer during your stay.

Set on a range of remote hills in one of Zimbabwe’s finest wilderness locations, Bumi Hills Safari Lodge is utterly captivating. With the Zambezi escarpment as its backdrop, this haven of serenity overlooks the eternal shimmering waters of Lake Kariba below. Not only is Kariba’s shoreline wildlife-rich, but the lodge’s proximity to Matusadona allows for the wildlife to freely move between the national park and Bumi Hill’s private concession, creating endless game-viewing opportunities, led by passionate team of guides.

The stresses of modern life melt away at the blissful spa where a sparkling infinity pool offers cool respite and endless views of shimmering Lake Kariba below. For the active guest, the well-equipped gym is an invigorating prospect.

Lake Kariba lodge offers the lake as your playground. Spend your days cruising on the water or meandering the surrounds on a walking safari; discover the ancient secrets within the fossilised dinosaur footprints unique to this area. Activities include guided walking safaris, stargazing, boating, birding, catch-and-release fishing, day and night game drives searching for lions in particular, as well as engaging cultural visits to our nearby local community.

Book a visit to our local projects during your stay. The trip includes a visit to the primary school, the wildlife co-existence project, and a game drive. Transfer by vehicle: 3 hour travel time including the game drive.

Duration: Half day trip, including refreshments.

Ten spacious luxury suites are thoughtfully appointed with all the comforts you expect of this luxurious Lake Kariba lodge. Each is replete with air-conditioning, en-suite bathroom, hairdryer, battery charging points, mini-bar and a private viewing deck extending spectacular views of the lake and its surrounds.

Day 10-11: Mobile Safari, Botswana

Private Mobile Camp // 2 Nights

A flight will take you to the Victoria Falls International Airport. On arrival you will be met by a Safari Logistics driver for a transfer across the border to Botswana’s Kasane Airport. From there you will fly to Maun’s International Airport. Here you will meet your guide and set-off on your safari. You will drive approximately 4 hours to a remote part of the Okavango Delta for a 2 night mobile tented walking safari. Explore this area on twice daily walking safaris in search of the abundant wildlife in the area. Wild Expedition Safaris

Wild Expedition Safaris is one of the top locally owned and operated mobile tented safari operators in the Okavango Delta and surrounds. Specialising in walking and mokoro safaris in remote areas of the Delta, Wild Expeditions boasts some of the most experienced and highly regarded safari guides in the industry, to ensure a safe and unparalleled adventure in true wilderness. The importance of specialist walking safari guides cannot be overstated!

They also offer traditional vehicle based mobile safaris all over Botswana to compliment their walking and mokoro safaris.

The camp itself is very simple allowing for it to be easily mobile, but still boasts enough comfort to ensure you are fresh and ready for multiple days of safaris. Each 3x3m dome tent has an attached en-suite bathroom area which consists of a pitfall toilet and a bucket shower which is prepared by staff with warm water at any time of the day or night. The dome tents themselves have two stretchers with mattresses, clean linen, bath towels and an interior light. In front of the tent is a hand basin and a water jug which is typically used for brushing of teeth or freshening up.

Being a fully inclusive and serviced mobile camp there is a cool-box filled with a small but varied mix of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages alongside plenty of purified water. The meals are prepared by experienced bush chiefs whom never fails to impress with their ability to cook with little more than a campfire. The fantastic meals are enjoyed by the open-air dining table with pre and post diner drinks and stories being shared around the inviting campfire.

In areas where walking safaris are permitted, the combination of activities (walking, mokoro, or boating) does vary day by day, per trip and seasonally according to the flood levels. Activities are focused on finding wildlife. Time is often spent tracking members of the big 5 on foot whilst learning about the smaller intricacies of the bush along the way. This is not a typical short ‘bush walk’ around camp where guides avoid wildlife – this is a REAL wildlife based experience where lions, elephants and buffaloes are often encountered on foot. This is where the highly specialised guides shine!

In other areas where walking is not permitted, activities will be vehicle based, focussing on photography and observation of animal behaviour.

The daily activities typically consist of a longer morning activities and shorter afternoon activities according to temperature increases and guests comfort. Day trips can also be arranged along with a packed lunch to explore new areas. The use of mokoro’s does vary depending on the water levels, camps location and whether they are needed to access new walking areas. The key for a successful safari in the Okavango is allowing for flexibility around the activities.

Day 12-13: MmaTsebe Tented Camp

MmaTsebe Tented Camp // 2 Nights

Today a transfer will take you to the newly built MmaTsebe Tented Camp in the Khwai Community Concession. Spend 2 nights here exploring the area on twice daily activities. Camp Management will confirm details for your light aircraft transfer (25 July) during your stay.

MmaTsebe Tented Camp offers an authentic safari experience nestled within an ancient riverine forest along the Mbudi River in Khwai, on the northern boundary of Moremi Game Reserve in Botswana. This secluded camp provides a unique blend of adventure, peace, and a connection to the vibrant wildlife and pristine nature of northern Botswana.

Located just 30 minutes’ game drive from North Gate Moremi Game Reserve and Khwai airstrip, MmaTsebe Tented Camp is a hidden gem offering an intimate connection with the African bush. Surrounded by the game-rich area of Khwai, which shares borders with Chobe National Park, Savuti, and Moremi Game Reserve, guests are guaranteed an unforgettable safari experience. With its authentic tented accommodations and commitment to sustainability, MmaTsebe Tented Camp replaces the glitz of modern hotels with the rustic charm and tranquility of the African wilderness.

MmaTsebe Tented Camp offers an array of activities to immerse guests in the heart of the Botswana wilderness. From thrilling game drives and serene mekoro trips on the river to relaxing by the camp swimming pool or enjoying a gin & tonic with locally distilled Okavango Gin, there is something for everyone. Additionally, guests can embark on a full-day boat cruise for exceptional wildlife viewing, including the chance to spot the elusive sitatunga.

Every aspect of MmaTsebe Tented Camp, from its eco-friendly operations to the carefully curated safari experiences and the comfortable, nature-integrated accommodations, ensures an authentic and memorable safari adventure in one of Africa’s most pristine environments.

Day 14: Departure

A light aircraft transfer will take you from MmaTsebe Camp to Maun’s International Airport for onward connection. We wish you safe travels and hope that your stay has been full of unforgettable highlights and memorable experiences!