LOWER ZAMBEZI & VICTORIA FALLS

Depart from Lusaka Airport on board Royal Zambezi's private aircraft at 9.30 am, arriving at Royal airstrip at 9.45 am., OR the afternoon flight which departs Lusaka at 4.00 pm and arrives at 4.15 pm. On arrival at Royal Airstrip you will be met by the staff of Royal Zambezi and transfer to the lodge.

Below we feature what you can expect on a typical day at Royal Zambezi Lodge. Included activities at the lodge are morning, afternoon and evening game rives, fishing - it is an anglers paradise and the boatmen will help you land that elusive Tiger Fish, river safari - cruise down the mighty Zambezi spotting game as you go along, canoe safaris - drifting quietly down the river with your paddle ensures you can get up close and personal with the game and bird life, walking safaris with experienced guides, mountain hiking and cultural village tours.

A TYPICAL DAY ON SAFARI AT ROYAL ZAMBEZI LODGE

Safaris are planned very carefully to coincide with when you are most likely to see wildlife. This means early, late afternoon, or even night game drives are essential to see the animals at their most active. How a typical day might unfold…

Early morning

An early start means an equally early wake-up call. A continental breakfast is served from about 6am and at sunrise you head off on your early morning activity of choice. This is generally the best time to spot the wildlife as the temperature is cool and the animals are still very active, including the big cats who will be returning from a night of hunting.

Late morning

After a few hours, you will return to the lodge either for brunch or to relax before lunch. Some may opt to stay out all day and will have a bush lunch to make the most of a day in the park.

Lunch and afternoon

Most guests opt to have lunch in the lodge then either relax in their suites, or use the lodge amenities such as the pool or the bush spa. Tea and cake is then available from 3.30pm before you then head out for an afternoon activity.

Evening

As with early morning, the evening game drive is often the best time to see the wildlife. The predatory animals begin to stir from their heat-of-the-day slumber, and similarly, their prey become ever more active and alert as darkness falls. Vehicles and boats usually return just before dark in time for a shower, pre-dinner drinks and then dinner. The evenings are often rounded off with a few drinks around the lodge bar and swapping safari stories.

Night

Sometimes, you will have the opportunity to go on a game drive at night. Vehicles are equipped with powerful spotlights, as well as expert trackers who will generally spot any wildlife well before you will. This is often the best time to spot the elusive leopard, which more often than not will be high up in a tree. A game drive at night gives you a completely different perspective of the bush and is an unforgettable experience.

After breakfast transfer to Royal Airstrip for your flight to Livingstone, upon arrival you will be met by our representative for the short drive across the border to Victoria Falls Zimbabwe. This afternoon we have included a guided Tour of The Falls

A day at leisure to enjoy the many optional activities available - we have listed a small selection of what is available to pre-book.

Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

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