7 Day Royal Livingstone & Zambezi Queen Luxury Holiday (4 nights Zambia & 2 nights Chobe, Botswana)

The Royal Livingstone Hotel is a luxurious 5*plus hotel situated on the Zambian side of the Victoria Falls. The hotel stretches along the banks of the Zambezi River, just a short walk to the entrance of The Victoria Falls. It's named in honour of the explorer Dr David Livingstone, and its interior design reflects the elegance of days gone by, using an African architectural style. Royal Livingstone hotel accommodation consist of 173 spacious en-suite rooms, of which 113 has twin beds and 54 has king-size beds. Each hotel room has its own private veranda.

The Zambezi Queen located along the banks of the great Chobe River, the Zambezi Queen, offers world-class sophistication in one of the most remote locations on earth. With only 14 suites, the ZQ is as unique and adventurous as it is comfortable and elegant. In fact, it is unsurpassed in all aspects and the last word in Luxury African River Safaris. Each suite features air-conditioning and a private balcony, offering unobstructed views of the river and vistas. Enjoy remarkable game viewing from the comfort of your bedside.

ITINERARY Activity times differ depending on the season and will be finalised when making your reservation. Note that the Livingstone Island may be closed due to high water levels and a Lion Walk will be included in its place during this time. The Royal Livingstone Express operates on Wednesdays and Saturdays. As such the itinerary may have to be changed around to accommodate this. The Zambezi Queen 2 night safaris depart every Monday & Wednesday. Day 1:

TBC: Transfer from the Livingstone airport to the Royal Livingstone Hotel. Check in time is at 14h00. 16h00: Depart for your sunset cruise on the mighty Zambezi River. 19h00: Dinner at the hotel (own expense)

Day 2:

06h20: Depart for your Elephant Back Safari. Remember to wear comfortable clothing that can stretch with comfortable shoes.

10h00: Breakfast at the hotel (please arrange with them for a late breakfast) 13h00: Enjoy lunch on the deck overlooking the river (own expense) 15h30: Depart on your 3 hour afternoon open vehicle game drive in a game reserve. 19h00: Dinner at the hotel (own expense)

Day 3: 09h00: Breakfast at the hotel

Explore the wonders of the Victoria Falls after breakfast. It is an easy walk from the hotel and park entry fees are included for all Sun International guests.

12h15: Meet your guide on the deck in front of the hotel for your Lunch tour to the magnificent Livingstone Island. Remember to pack your swim suit and wear comfortable shoes. (The island is usually closed during March & April pending water levels). (During the months that the island is closed due to dangerous water levels, this activity will be replaced with a Lion Walk which departs around 06h00 and returns to the hotel for breakfast.)

16H00: Depart for an olde worlde experience aboard the iconic Royal Livingstone Express Train, including a fine dining dinner.

Day 4: 09h00: Breakfast at the hotel, overlooking the Zambezi River

11h00: After breakfast you will be collected for your “Flight of Angels”, a 15 minute helicopter flight that allows you magnificent aerial view of the falls.

TBC: We have not planned anything specific for the rest of the day, thus allowing you flexibility in your choice of activities to partake in. Some of these optional activities include a visit to the Zimbabwean side of the falls, with a village tour and a dinner at The Boma – Place of Eating before returning to Zambia, Village tours & a visit to the Livingstone Museum in Zambia, Horse trails, Adrenaline activities and much more!

Day 5:

06h30: Breakfast & check-out of hotel 07h30: Today we move to Botswana, crossing the border by ferry! You luggage will be taken to a lodge while you join a

3 hour open vehicle game drive in the Iconic Chobe National Park! After the game drive, you can have a drink at the lodge while collecting your luggage and will be met there by

one of the Zambezi Queen staff. 13h00: Boat transfer to the Zambezi Queen, including border formalities for both Botswana and Namibia as the boat

navigates the waters in both countries. Lunch will be served on the boat.

16h30: Enjoy an afternoon water-based game drive – either on the main vessel or tender boats

19h00: Safety Briefing by the captain Dinner on-board Zambezi Queen

22h00: Generator shuts down and the inverter system kicks in (only reading lights & LED lighting available)

Enjoy a quiet night and experience the African stars by night. Day 6: 06h00: Generator starts up and you are now able to charge your electronic devices.

Coffee & Tea available in the dining / lounge area on the upper deck 08h00: Breakfast commences on board the Zambezi Queen.

After breakfast you have the option of one of the following activities: • Water based game viewing on tender boat • Fishing from tender boat • Local Village Tour in Namibia Return for lunch on board the main vessel Rest and Relaxation Enjoy our pool deck or spend time in the lounge as you view the river and the wildlife around you In the afternoon you have the option of one of the following activities: • Water based game viewing on tender boat (no passport required) • Fishing rom tender boat (no passport required)

19h30: Traditional African dinner on board the Zambezi Queen, including African singing and dancing 22h00: Generator shuts down and the inverter system kicks in (only reading lights & LED lighting available). Enjoy a

quiet African night. Day 7:

06h00: Generator starts up 07h30: Breakfast on board the Zambezi Queen

Disembarking commences between 8h00 and 10h30 – depending on onward arrangements. • All passengers need to be stamped out of Namibia and into Botswana at Kasane Immigration • All passengers are collected by their transfer operators at Kasane Immigration in Kasane Town for their transfers to either Victoria Falls or Livingstone airports. • All passengers departing from Kasane Airport, are taken to a nearby lodge by tender boat where they can relax in the gardens or by the pool and have lunch before the airport transfer

TBC: Transfer to the applicable airport for your onward flight.

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Inclusions: One way airport transfer from Livingstone Airport to the Royal Livingstone Hotel. 4 nights’ accommodation in a Luxury room at The Royal Livingstone, including breakfast daily. Unlimited access to the Eastern Cataract of The Falls and park fees. An African Queen Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi, including transfers, snacks &local beverages. An Elephant Back Safari and Elephant Interaction. A 3 hour open vehicle game drive in the Mosi oa Tunya game reserve A Livingstone Island Lunch Tour (to be replaced with a morning Lion walk when the island is closed) A Dinner on the Royal Livingstone Express A 15 minute Flight of Angels over The Victoria Falls. Cross border transfer from Livingstone to Kasane, Botswana A 3 hour open vehicle game drive in the Chobe National Park 2 nights’ accommodation in a suite aboard the Zambezi Queen The Zambezi Queen package includes:

• Boat Transfers to/ from Kasane Immigration Office (Botswana) and Namibia Immigration office (Namibia) • Boat Transfers to/ from Namibia Immigration office (Namibia) and Zambezi Queen River Boat • Three meals per day • All soft drinks, mineral water, tea and coffee, local wine and beer /ciders • Water-based game viewing and bird watching on tender boats • One land-based cultural tour of a local village in Zambezi Region, Namibia • Tiger & bream fishing in season (basic fishing) • 15% VAT and tourism levy (Namibia)

One way airport transfer from Kasane to Kasane, Livingstone or Victoria Falls airport Exclusions: Optional accommodation upgrades, Optional extra activities, Lunches and Dinners not mentioned, all drinks except where specified otherwise, Items of a personal nature, including laundry, telephone, fax and internet connectivity, Gratuities. All flights Travel & medical insurance Visas if required (Zambia, Botswana & Namibia) - Zambezi Queen sails between Namibia and Botswana The Zambezi Queen package excludes:

• Alcoholic beverages (other than soft drinks, mineral water, tea and coffee, local wine and beer /ciders) • Additional transfers • Curio Shop purchases • Evacuation Cover. Guests are advised to take out relevant Travel Insurance • Gratuities • Private guiding or additional safari activities • Land-based open vehicle game drive in Chobe National Park, Botswana (passport required) - additional cost

Note that some activities may require a minimum number of 2 passengers to depart.

NET RATES:

Validity Type Royal Livingstone Luxury Room & Zambezi Queen

Royal Livingstone Corner Luxury Room & Zambezi Queen

1 Jan – 31 Mar 2015 Per person sharing US $3332 US $3718

Per person single US $4481 US $5119

1 Apr – 30 Nov 2015 Per person sharing US $3542 US $3978

Per person single US $5041 US $5801

DEPARTURE DATES: This tour can depart on Thursdays & Saturdays, pending availability. Bear in mind that the Royal Livingstone Express only runs on Wednesdays & Saturdays while the Zambezi Queen 2 night safari departs on Mondays and Wednesdays, as such the itinerary will be amended accordingly.

*All services are subject to availability. Terms & Conditions apply*