Safari Cruise along the Zambezi River - South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe (port-to-port cruise)

Depart on a regular flight from Johannesburg to Kasane, Botswana. On arrival you will be transferred from the airport to your CroisiEurope lodge on board a small private boat. Take advantage of your trip to observe the numerous bird species living among the flooded flatlands. You may even catch a glimpse of a few hippos or crocodiles basking in the sun! You’ll be greeted by the lodge crew upon arrival and settle into your comfortable room. Dinner and overnight at the lodge in absolute tranquility at the heart of the wilderness.

Today you will journey out on a full-day dedicated to the discovery of Chobe National Park. Exploration by Jeep in this park, which is unique for hosting more than a quarter of Africa's elephant population. African lunch in the heart of nature. Afterwards, board a small private boat and sail off on Chobe River all the way to Sedudu Island and its marshes. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Join a trip to authentic villages on Impalila Island, Namibia, to discover the traditional Namibian houses, culture and customs. Return to your lodge for lunch. This afternoon, you can enjoy time at leisure at the lodge, taking advantage of the pool and comfortable fittings, then join a discovery of the Zambezi River on a small private boat. Dinner at the lodge. Tonight, let your guide tell you all about the traditions of this particular island. Spend the night at the lodge.

Depart from the lodge for one last water safari in the Chobe National Park area. After lunch along the water, set out for the Kasane airport. On board private planes, you’ll be amazed at the stunning panoramas over Lake Kariba and the changing landscapes of the wilderness during your flight from Kasane to Kariba. You’ll be transferred to board the ship and comfortably settle into your cabins. Start sailing across the lake. Reaching over 140mi/200km in length and spanning a distance of approximately 25mi/40km at its widest point, the lake flooded flatlands, hills and forests alike, creating unique and emblematic landscapes. Dinner and overnight on board.  

At sunrise, set sail through the rare and mysterious landscapes of Lake Kariba where drowned trees reach skywards from the depths of the reflecting water. Set out on a small private boat to discover the small waterways going into the Matusadona National Park and their unique wildlife. Gliding along their meanders, large bends and small, unspoiled inlets, you’ll be amazed by the magical atmosphere all around. Return on board for lunch. This afternoon, sail towards Palm Bay. When the sun starts to set, set out on a small private boat to admire the changing colors of the sky. Dinner and overnight on board.

Journey out this morning on a safari to discover the area around Matusadona National Park. Bordered by the Sanyati and Ume Rivers, this 1,400 sq km untouched area is home to numerous animal species such as elephants, hippos, crocodiles, buffalos as well as thousands of birds, among which the legendary African Sea Eagle, the majestic Yellow-billed Stork, or the Black Heron with its interesting hunting method. You 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. Lunch on board and start sailing again. During this time, a round table will be the opportunity to learn more about the creation of the Lake, its inhabitants as well as its ecosystem. Dinner and overnight on board.

• The regular domestic flight Johannesburg/Kasane
• Private flights Kasane/Kariba/Victoria Falls
• Airport taxes (€150 - 2024 rates)
• Accommodation in a double cabin in your choice of category
• Double-occupancy accommodation in a first-class CroisiEurope lodge and in 4* hotels
• All meals
• Drinks served by CroisiEurope at all meals and drinks served at the bar on the African Dream and at the CroisiEurope lodge
• In Johannesburg and Victoria falls, drinks include: 1 water, 1 glass of local wine or 1 soda or 1 local beer, 1 tea or coffee per person and per meal
• The excursions mentioned in the program (excluding optional excursions)
• Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
• Tips (excluding tips for crew members on board the African Dream and at the lodge)

Tips : To make your vacation worry-free, the equivalent of €20 per passenger will be given to service providers in your destination countries (excluding tips for crew members on board the ship and at the lodge) as tips. We feel this amount is appropriate in consideration of local customs and practice.

• International flights and their taxes
• Flight between Victoria Falls and Johannesburg
• Transfers airport/hotel/airport
• Cancellation and baggage insurance
• Zimbabwean visa (approx. US$30 - must be paid for on site in US$, cost differs by Nationality)
• Cancellation/baggage insurance
• Optional excursions
• Tips for crew members on board the African Dream and at the lodge (for informational purposes, daily tips per passenger amount to US$5)
• The Botswana Tourism levy (US$30 to be paid for on site in US$, and likely to be applicable in the year)
• Personal expenses