Victoria Falls & Chobe

Road transfer from Victoria Falls Airport to A’Zambezi River Lodge - 2 Nights A’Zambezi River Lodge, Victoria Falls (Bed and Breakfast)

Road transfer from A’Zambezi River Lodge to Kubu Lodge - 2 Nights Kubu Lodge, Kasane (Includes accommodation, all meals, 3 activities  and 2 days park entry fees)

Road transfer from Kubu Lodge to Victoria Falls Airport

DAY 1 & 2:  A’ZAMBEZI RIVER LODGE, VICTORIA FALLS

Guests will be met on arrival at Victoria Falls Airport and will be transferred to A’Zambezi River Lodge where they will stay for 2 nights.

Located in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, 4 km upstream of the Victoria Falls and 25 km from the airport, The A’Zambezi River Lodge nestles on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River within the periphery of the Zambezi National Park. The imaginative architecture with its sweeping curve of grass thatch blends well with the lush green lawns. A’Zambezi is the perfect retreat to relax and unwind in the quiet ambience of the African wild life and nature, whilst enjoying renowned services. The A’Zambezi is the only town hotel with direct river frontage and jetty site in Victoria Falls.

A’Zambezi River Lodge offers comfortable accommodation in 88 rooms that all have air conditioning, en-suite bathrooms, complimentary tea/coffee facilities, a telephone and satellite television. A’Zambezi River Lodge also has 4 executive suites with a bar, lounge and spa bath and 2 inter-leading rooms for families. The lodge is built in under a large thatched roof and guests have a fantastic view of the majestic Zambezi River. Secure parking is also offered.

There are 2 restaurants to cater for all dietary requirements. “Amulonga” is a buffet and à la carte restaurant where guests can enjoy authentic open-air dining, garden breakfasts and riverside lunches. Live African music and dancing keeps guests entertained while dining al fresco. Facilities and activities include a swimming pool, bars, barbecue areas, children’s playground and indoor games (table tennis and darts). Boats can be hired for a cruise down the Zambezi River.

A courtesy bus runs on an hourly basis between A’Zambezi River Lodge and the town centre. Guests can go curio shopping in the town centre or participate in activities such as game and bird watching, play golf, go for a nature walk, visit the crocodile and snake farm (300m away) and, for the more adventurous, white water rafting, bungi jumping, elephant back riding, horseback riding or going for a walk with lions. Activities can be booked at reception.

Victoria Falls town lies on the southern bank of the Zambezi River at the eastern end of the Victoria Falls. It is a lovely tourist town which is easy to explore on foot and which offers a wide range of activities from the challenge of white water rafting and bungi jumping, to the awe-inspiring elephant back safaris and sunset cruises. It has something for everyone.

The Victoria Falls are one of the Seven Wonders of the World and is the largest sheet of falling water on earth - a spellbinding and mesmerising spectacle. The sheer mass of water cascading down the 100m drop across nearly 2km makes  a thunderous roar and creates a magnificent spray of water that can be seen for miles - hence the local name 'mosi oa tunya' meaning 'the smoke that thunders'.

Access to Victoria Falls is within easy walking distance from the town centre. Water flow over the falls varies throughout the year. The river's annual flood season is February to May when the spray can reach a height of over 400m, this is spectacular from above but it makes it very difficult to see the falls at ground level as it is under a heavy shower/mist. Water levels start dropping in August and are at their lowest October - December when much of the rocky face becomes dry. At times of low water, the falls are best viewed from the Zimbabwe side or from Livingstone Island.

DAY 3 & 4:  KUBU LODGE, KASANE

Following breakfast, guests will be transferred by road to Kubu Lodge in Kasane, where they will stay for 2 nights.

Kubu Lodge is a small, privately owned and run lodge set on 30 hectares of riverine forest on the banks of the Chobe River, on the doorstep of the world famous Chobe National Park, and only an hour away from the mighty Victoria Falls.

Set upon rolling lawns and shaded beneath giant ebony and wild fig trees, the lodge offers a haven just outside the centre of Kasane, with panoramic views of the Chobe River. Accommodation consists of eleven charming thatched chalets on stilts with full en-suite facilities, ceiling fan, mosquito nets and tea and coffee making facilities. Each chalet has a view of the river and it is an excellent choice for families offering several family chalets and warm hospitality.

The main lodge facilities include a bar, restaurant, curio shop and a secluded swimming pool. There is also a nature trail for bird watching enthusiasts. The lodge co-ordinates game viewing activities which can include game drives into the Chobe National Park and boat cruises on the Chobe River as the option of day trips across to Victoria Falls, the local snake park or crocodile farm.

AREA DESCRIPTION – KASANE - Situated on the banks of the Chobe River, Kasane is the administrative centre of the Chobe District. This little town supplies the tourism industry that surrounds it including the Chobe National Park and Chobe Forestry Reserve. There are a number of hotels, guest houses and camp sites located along the river. The Chobe National Park is only a 10 minute drive from town. Wildlife such as warthog, elephant and buffalo is often seen wondering around and walking down the road. Activities in the area include drives into the park and boat cruises on the Chobe River. Fishing trips on the river and day trips to the Victoria Falls across the river in Zimbabwe or Zambia can also be arranged.

DAY 5:  SAFARI ENDS

After breakfast and a leisurely morning, guests will transfer by road to Victoria Falls Airport in time for their onward connection.

***END OF ARRANGEMENTS***

Excluded:

• Visa’s & Vaccinations – Please check with your local embassy
• Additional meals, all drinks and activities at A’Zambezi River Lodge
• Drinks, laundry and additional activities at Kubu Lodge
• Errors and omissions

2012 Package Price (Rates Based on a Minimum of 2 Pax travelling)

Notes: Single supplement is for accommodation only, applicable when travelling with more than 2 guests. An additional supplement for road transfers is applicable for solo travelers.

GENERAL NOTES

• Road and air transfers and activities are quoted on a seat basis (shared) unless otherwise requested or specified.  Passengers may have various stops en-route to a destination. The transfer or charter company reserves the right to specify departure and arrival times.  Private charters can be requested at an additional cost.
• Passengers weighing over 100kg should please advise us at the time of booking as we may need to cost in an additional seat on internal flights for your safety and comfort.
  • There are strict luggage restrictions in place on any itinerary which includes light aircraft transfers for safety reasons. Luggage, including camera equipment and hand luggage, is restricted to 20 kg per person travelling (soft bags only) on seat rates.
  • All quotes exclude international flights and visa costs. The onus is upon the guests to ensure that passports and visas are valid for the countries visited.
  • The costs are subject to change at any time due to fluctuations in fuel costs, taxes, levies, government regulations, rate of exchange and factors that are imposed upon us by our suppliers that are beyond or control.
  • Please advise us of the ages of children (under 18) travelling, together with their date of birth, at the time of booking as not all lodges accept children and there may be restrictions or conditions applicable.
  • Please request any optional additional activities at the time of booking, specifically in Livingstone or Victoria Falls e.g. sunset cruise. We recommend that activities are booked in advance to guarantee availability.
  • Please allow a minimum 2 - 3 hours connection time in Johannesburg for international flights. Where you require us to book onward flights, please advice guests names in full as per their passport together with international arrival and departure details at the time of booking so that we can allow for this connection time accordingly.
  • Please note that Botswana is a Malaria area. Anti-malaria precautions should be commenced prior to departure. Please consult your doctor for specific advice.
  • There is no or limited electricity and no cell phone coverage in the camps and lodges excluding major towns and cities.
  • Please note that most camps & lodges in Botswana do not have double beds.  Twin beds are pushed together to make up a double room.
  • Although every effort is made to adhere to schedules the company reserves the right and in fact is obliged to occasionally change routes and camps on safaris as dictated by changing conditions or unforeseen circumstances.
  • Please notify us in advance of any special dietary requirements and / or medical conditions.
  • We wish to draw your attention to the fact that there are certain inherent risks involved when on a safari.

Terms and conditions for booking

• 30% non-refundable deposit is payable at confirmation of booking
• Balance of 70% payable 56 days before commencement
• 60% Refund for cancellation 42 - 56 days prior to commencement
• 50% Refund for cancellation 28 - 42 days prior to commencement
• Cancellation within 28 days subject to full forfeiture
• Payment of deposit implies acceptance of terms and conditions
• Cancellation must be made in writing to Brothers Safaris
• An administration fee of ZAR 500-00 per person will be charged for amendments made after confirmation
• Brothers Safaris reserves the right to use a similar lodge/hotel if the intended lodge/hotel is not available, this may affect pricing
• The itinerary costing is subject to availability and currency fluctuations
• Terms and Conditions are subject to change without notice