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Victoria Falls

The Victoria Falls, near Livingstone is a dramatic scenic contrast and a change of pace from the reserves. The most spectacular views of Victoria Falls are from the Zambian side of the gorge and the area has a choice of good hotels and lodges. Activities include canoeing and river cruises on the tranquil Upper Zambezi above the falls and for the more adventurous, microlight flights over the gorge and white water rafting below the falls.

The Zambezi has two characters - the wide gentle river above the Victoria Falls is the perfect place for languorous sunset boat cruises or gentle canoeing, whilst below the Falls, the more adventurous can enjoy serious white water rafting or jet-boating. The peak flow of the Zambezi is five times greater than the Colorado - this is a heart stopping Grade 5 ride! River rafting adventures range from a single day's grade 3-4 activity to a five day bush camping and rafting trip. To gain an overall impression of the Falls, the helicopter 'Flight of Angels' is essential. Microlight rides and bungee jumping are available for the truly daring.

Zimbabwe is currently experiencing much political instability. Currently our clients are going mainly to Victoria Falls which remains trouble-free. However, we fervently hope that visitors will wish to visit other areas of Zimbabwe in the future.

Victoria Falls Explorer

Stay 2 nights at the gracious Victoria Falls Hotel and enjoy return transfers, a spectacular dance display, a tour of the falls and a sunset boat cruise on the mighty Zambezi. This tour can be extended with 2 nights safari in the Chobe region.

Meals Bed & Breakfast
Accommodation Victoria Falls Hotel - Luxury 5 star hotel
Departure Dates On request
Transport Luxury VW microbus with Air-conditioning
Price Includes Meals, accommodation, transfers and tours as stated, return flight from Johannesburg
Price Excludes Visas, items of a personal nature, meals not specified
Minimum Number 1
Climate Sub-tropical climate with hot, rainy summers and warm, sunny, dry winters
Best time to go Suitable all year
Health Requirements Anti-Malarial precautions essential. Sunblock essential.
Combines well with South African tours Botswana safaris Chobe safari
Other Ideas Extra nights can be easily added.
Notes $30 departure tax payable locally.

Day 1 : Depart Johannesburg for 2 nights, Victoria Falls Hotel
Fly from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls. Transfer to Victoria Falls Hotel for 2 nights. The Victoria Falls Hotel has the best location in town. Soak up the elegant Edwardian ambience as you sip cocktails on the terrace, which has a spectacular view of the 'smoke that thunders'. A leisurely ten-minute walk through the lush tropical gardens and along a private path brings you to the Falls. Guests enjoy dining at one of three restaurants, reading in the library or by the romantic pool or playing tennis on the floodlit courts. The 188 rooms offer air-conditioning, telephone, and satellite television. This afternoon you enjoy a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River.

Day 2 : Tour of the Falls
Morning tour of the falls and Traditional Living Village. Afternoon at leisure. Transfer to the African Spectacular Dance show in the early evening. The rest of the evening is at leisure.

Day 3 : Return to Johannesburg
Time at leisure in the morning. Late morning transfer to Victoria Falls Airport for return flight to Johannesburg. Alternatively you can extend your stay with 2 or 3 nights in the Chobe Area.

	Jan. 1-June 30 2005	July 1-Oct. 31 2005
price per person sharing	$816	$850
single supplement	$282	$312

Livingstone Explorer

Stay 2 nights at the Royal Livingstone Hotel and enjoy return transfers, a tour of the falls and a sunset boat cruise on the mighty Zambezi. This tour can be extended with 2 nights safari in the Chobe region.

Meals Bed & Breakfast
Accommodation Royal Livingstone Hotel - Luxury 5 star hotel
Departure Dates On request
Transport Luxury VW microbus with Air-conditioning
Price Includes Meals, accommodation, transfers and tours as stated, return flight from Johannesburg
Price Excludes Visas, items of a personal nature, meals not specified
Minimum Number 1
Climate Sub-tropical climate with hot, rainy summers and warm, sunny, dry winters
Best time to go Suitable all year
Health Requirements Anti-Malarial precautions essential
Combines well with Chobe Safari Okavango Delta Safari
Other Ideas Extra nights can be easily added.
Notes US$20 departure tax payable locally, visa issued on arrival (currently fee-waived)

Day 1 : Depart Johannesburg. 2 nights Royal Livingstone Hotel, Victoria Falls (Zambian Side)
Morning flight from Johannesburg to Livingstone. Transfer to Royal Livingstone Hotel for 2 nights. Late afternoon sunset boat cruise. The Royal Livingstone is an elegant 5 star hotel in an unrivalled setting overlooking the Falls. The 173 rooms, with their hand-carved mahogany furniture, have an African feel with eastern overtones. All have a balcony or patio with views of the mature acacia trees, lawns and river. The hotel has a superb restaurant, large pool (which seems almost in the Zambezi), pool bar and small casino. A splendid large wooden deck affords sweeping views, ideal for cocktails at sunset.

Day 2 : Tour of the Falls and time at leisure
The day is at leisure for a variety of optional excursions. You have unlimited access to the Falls on the Zambian side.

Day 3 : Return to Johannesburg
Time at leisure in the morning. Late morning transfer to Livingstone for return flight to Johannesburg. Alternatively you can extend your stay with 2 or 3 nights in the Chobe Area.

2006 Price Per person sharing , Jan. 1-Oct. 31 = $ 768, Single supplement $300