African Dream
The newest venture is the African Dream!
She will be equipped with two decks with an additional viewing deck and set to transverse the waters of the Chobe and Kasai Channels of Botswana and Namibia, taking in the beauty of the surrounds. This boat,once completed, will be able to accommodate a maximum of 16 passengers housed in 8 cabins on the main deck ( 6 Suites and 2 suites with balconies).The luxurious lounge and restaurant is set to lend to a superior trip.
The proposed trip is planned to operate on a set itinerary with 3 nights on the boat inter-spaced with excursions by road /small viewing boats into the Chobe National park and 3 nights accommodation at Kaza Safari Lodge with the last night being spent in Vic Falls .
This newest member to the Collection is being developed to introduce o the discerning traveler to the secret world of meandering water ways and magnificent bird life of the Chobe and surrounds.
She will be equipped with two decks with an additional viewing deck and set to transverse the waters of the Chobe and Kasai Channels of Botswana and Namibia, taking in the beauty of the surrounds. This boat,once completed, will be able to accommodate a maximum of 16 passengers housed in 8 cabins on the main deck ( 6 Suites and 2 suites with balconies).The luxurious lounge and restaurant is set to lend to a superior trip.
The proposed trip is planned to operate on a set itinerary with 3 nights on the boat inter-spaced with excursions by road /small viewing boats into the Chobe National park and 3 nights accommodation at Kaza Safari Lodge with the last night being spent in Vic Falls .
This newest member to the Collection is being developed to introduce o the discerning traveler to the secret world of meandering water ways and magnificent bird life of the Chobe and surrounds.
SAFARI-CRUISE IN SOUTHERN AFRICA
SOUTH AFRICA – BOTSWANA – NAMIBIA – ZIMBABWE
A Unique 9-Day trip to the ends of the earth
Itinerary:
Highlights:
Day 1: Arrive in Johannesburg
You will arrive into Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport where you will be met by your guide who will transfer you to discover the Soweto neighborhood and learn about what it is famous for in the Soweto Uprising and of 2 million inhabitants, 9 different ethnic origins, including Zulus and Xhosas. After this you will then be taken to visit the Mandela House -the Nelson Mandela National Museum to learn about this South African icon and how he saved South Africa.
You will then be taken to a Croisi Europe affiliated Hotel / Lodge for your accommodation
Day 2: Flight towards Kasane & Arrival
A guide will meet and greet you at the Kasane Airport. You will be transported in our air conditioned vehicle to the African Dream Luxury Ship. You will be checked in and shown to your cabin before making your way to the terrace for your de-briefing.
Overview:
Once you know your way around, a guide will collect you & embark on an afternoon Chobe river cruise. The wide banks and sweet grass attract game of all sorts, including the swamp antelope and red lechwe. The birdlife is extraordinary! By boat is the perfect way to explore, possibly encountering herds of elephant swimming across the river, or close encounters with hippo or crocodiles. Enjoy your Dinner with exceptional African scenery as your bonus. Meet and chat with other interesting people from around the world.
Day 3: Safari in Jeeps
Today, you will embark on an early morning game drive though the famous Chobe National Park, home to a huge number of herbivores, especially elephant. Covering a vast swathe of wild country (10,500 square kilometres), the park (established 1960) boasts one of the greatest concentrations of game found on the African continent.
In the afternoon you will be taken on another river cruise and watching the sun set over the Chobe Horizon.
You will then be taken back to the African dream for an unforgettable dinner.
Day 4: Day spent cruising and observing wildlife
Discover one of the richest pockets of wildlife in Africa like a variety of birds, mammals, reptiles and insects by boat and learning interesting facts along the way of these magnificent creatures. Enjoy an afternoon cruise meandering gently along the river, enjoying the magnificent sights.
Day 5: Chobe River Early morning water safari
By boat is the perfect way to explore, possibly encountering herds of elephant swimming across the river, or close encounters with hippo or crocodiles. This game rich Sedudu Island has received top review on Trip Advisor and is not to be missed!
You end off your cruise by checking in to your Croisi Europe lodge – The Kaza Safari Lodge
Overview:
Day 6: Impalila Island Visit to a Local School
Today, your guide will take you to a local school situated on Impalila Island where you will be met by the children who will teach you interesting facts of school life.
You will then be transferred back to the lodge for lunch and a siesta before embarking for afternoon activities like fishing and sunset cruise.
After dinner, a storyteller will fill our evening with mysterious African fables that will enlighten your imagination.
Day 7: Impalila Island Trip to a Namibian Village
Village life can be quite difficult and not the way we precept it to be. Today you will be taken to explore the Impalila Island local village on this uniquely positioned island. The Island straddles the intersection where four countries meet. It is here where it is possible to stand and see four countries – Zimbabwe, Zambia, Namibia and Botswana.
In the middle of the island there is a particularly old and large baobab tree. If you make it to the top you can see the point where the four countries of Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe and Namibia meet. Climb the lookout baobab and sit high above the Zambezi flood plain and behold an endless view over all four countries. This baobab has an astounding girth of 48 meters.
Impalila is led by a chief who has the power to give land to the people in need.
Night spent at kaza Safari Lodge
Day 8: Depart for Victoria Falls
Today after breakfast we bid farewell to Kaza Safari Lodge & Kasane as we make our way by road in an air-conditioned bus to Victoria Falls where one of the 7 Wonders of the World are kept.
You will be assisted with a hotel check-in at one of the Croisi Europe affiliated Hotel / Lodge. Later, a transfer to the Zambezi River for an unforgettable lunch. Enjoy snacks and cocktails as you gently glide along this mighty African river, where the kraaai, kraaai of a fish eagle is perhaps offset by the grunts emanating from large pods of hippo. Crocodiles slink into the water as you pass by. Watch the birds, untold numbers in a thrilling variety.
After lunch, your guide transfers you to your tour of one of the world’s Seven Wonders. The Devil’s Cataract plunges dangerously right before you, so loud your exclamations can’t be heard. A little distance away, encounter the statue of the British explorer, David Livingstone. His meeting with H.M. Stanley on 10 November, 1871, gave rise to the popular quotation “Dr. Livingstone, I presume?” During his explorations 1852–56, he was the first European to see the Mosi-oa-Tunya (‘the smoke that thunders’) waterfall (which he renamed ‘Victoria Falls’ after his monarch, Queen Victoria.) He later wrote: “Scenes so lovely must have been gazed upon by angels in their flight.” It’s a saga worth delving into. Turn your back on free-roaming baboons as you observe the Main Falls, the widest section of the world’s largest sheet of falling water. Return to your accommodation and enjoy the rest of the afternoon before dinner.
Tonight, a transfer to ‘The Boma’, for a night of authentic African dining, savouring wild meats to the sounds of ‘tom-toms’, an African drum made from animal hide. Dance and sing with the locals, and then back to your hotel, your head filled with a million new ‘African images’ and experiences that is unforgettable.
Day 9: Depart Victoria Falls
Today, is an option to do a different activity like Soaring over Victoria Falls in a helicopter (12 minutes) before departing for your onward or home bound journeys.
9 Days in Southern Africa Highlights:
SOUTH AFRICA – BOTSWANA – NAMIBIA – ZIMBABWE
A Unique 9-Day trip to the ends of the earth
Itinerary:
Highlights:
- Cruise along the Chobe and Zambezi Rivers on board our new
- Croisi Europe ship
- Top-rated Croisi Europe lodge
- Safaris on land and in the water
- All the major cities and sites: Johannesburg and Victoria Falls
- All meals included
Day 1: Arrive in Johannesburg
You will arrive into Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport where you will be met by your guide who will transfer you to discover the Soweto neighborhood and learn about what it is famous for in the Soweto Uprising and of 2 million inhabitants, 9 different ethnic origins, including Zulus and Xhosas. After this you will then be taken to visit the Mandela House -the Nelson Mandela National Museum to learn about this South African icon and how he saved South Africa.
You will then be taken to a Croisi Europe affiliated Hotel / Lodge for your accommodation
Day 2: Flight towards Kasane & Arrival
A guide will meet and greet you at the Kasane Airport. You will be transported in our air conditioned vehicle to the African Dream Luxury Ship. You will be checked in and shown to your cabin before making your way to the terrace for your de-briefing.
Overview:
- The African Dream is a «5-anchor»
- Observation deck gives a clear view of the landscape
- Cosy terrace for those relaxing moments
- Panoramic restaurant and lounge allow for perfect views
- Maximum capacity: 16 passengers
- 8 cabins spread out on the main deck
- 6 Suites
- 2 Suites with balconies - Exterior-facing suites only
Once you know your way around, a guide will collect you & embark on an afternoon Chobe river cruise. The wide banks and sweet grass attract game of all sorts, including the swamp antelope and red lechwe. The birdlife is extraordinary! By boat is the perfect way to explore, possibly encountering herds of elephant swimming across the river, or close encounters with hippo or crocodiles. Enjoy your Dinner with exceptional African scenery as your bonus. Meet and chat with other interesting people from around the world.
Day 3: Safari in Jeeps
Today, you will embark on an early morning game drive though the famous Chobe National Park, home to a huge number of herbivores, especially elephant. Covering a vast swathe of wild country (10,500 square kilometres), the park (established 1960) boasts one of the greatest concentrations of game found on the African continent.
In the afternoon you will be taken on another river cruise and watching the sun set over the Chobe Horizon.
You will then be taken back to the African dream for an unforgettable dinner.
Day 4: Day spent cruising and observing wildlife
Discover one of the richest pockets of wildlife in Africa like a variety of birds, mammals, reptiles and insects by boat and learning interesting facts along the way of these magnificent creatures. Enjoy an afternoon cruise meandering gently along the river, enjoying the magnificent sights.
Day 5: Chobe River Early morning water safari
By boat is the perfect way to explore, possibly encountering herds of elephant swimming across the river, or close encounters with hippo or crocodiles. This game rich Sedudu Island has received top review on Trip Advisor and is not to be missed!
You end off your cruise by checking in to your Croisi Europe lodge – The Kaza Safari Lodge
Overview:
- Situated on the water’s edge of Impalila Island
- 8 River facing rooms – sleeps 2 pax each
- 2 Guide Rooms
- Curio Shop with small trinkets and gifts
Day 6: Impalila Island Visit to a Local School
Today, your guide will take you to a local school situated on Impalila Island where you will be met by the children who will teach you interesting facts of school life.
You will then be transferred back to the lodge for lunch and a siesta before embarking for afternoon activities like fishing and sunset cruise.
After dinner, a storyteller will fill our evening with mysterious African fables that will enlighten your imagination.
Day 7: Impalila Island Trip to a Namibian Village
Village life can be quite difficult and not the way we precept it to be. Today you will be taken to explore the Impalila Island local village on this uniquely positioned island. The Island straddles the intersection where four countries meet. It is here where it is possible to stand and see four countries – Zimbabwe, Zambia, Namibia and Botswana.
In the middle of the island there is a particularly old and large baobab tree. If you make it to the top you can see the point where the four countries of Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe and Namibia meet. Climb the lookout baobab and sit high above the Zambezi flood plain and behold an endless view over all four countries. This baobab has an astounding girth of 48 meters.
Impalila is led by a chief who has the power to give land to the people in need.
Night spent at kaza Safari Lodge
Day 8: Depart for Victoria Falls
Today after breakfast we bid farewell to Kaza Safari Lodge & Kasane as we make our way by road in an air-conditioned bus to Victoria Falls where one of the 7 Wonders of the World are kept.
You will be assisted with a hotel check-in at one of the Croisi Europe affiliated Hotel / Lodge. Later, a transfer to the Zambezi River for an unforgettable lunch. Enjoy snacks and cocktails as you gently glide along this mighty African river, where the kraaai, kraaai of a fish eagle is perhaps offset by the grunts emanating from large pods of hippo. Crocodiles slink into the water as you pass by. Watch the birds, untold numbers in a thrilling variety.
After lunch, your guide transfers you to your tour of one of the world’s Seven Wonders. The Devil’s Cataract plunges dangerously right before you, so loud your exclamations can’t be heard. A little distance away, encounter the statue of the British explorer, David Livingstone. His meeting with H.M. Stanley on 10 November, 1871, gave rise to the popular quotation “Dr. Livingstone, I presume?” During his explorations 1852–56, he was the first European to see the Mosi-oa-Tunya (‘the smoke that thunders’) waterfall (which he renamed ‘Victoria Falls’ after his monarch, Queen Victoria.) He later wrote: “Scenes so lovely must have been gazed upon by angels in their flight.” It’s a saga worth delving into. Turn your back on free-roaming baboons as you observe the Main Falls, the widest section of the world’s largest sheet of falling water. Return to your accommodation and enjoy the rest of the afternoon before dinner.
Tonight, a transfer to ‘The Boma’, for a night of authentic African dining, savouring wild meats to the sounds of ‘tom-toms’, an African drum made from animal hide. Dance and sing with the locals, and then back to your hotel, your head filled with a million new ‘African images’ and experiences that is unforgettable.
Day 9: Depart Victoria Falls
Today, is an option to do a different activity like Soaring over Victoria Falls in a helicopter (12 minutes) before departing for your onward or home bound journeys.
9 Days in Southern Africa Highlights:
- Croisi Europe brings you to the ends of the world in luxury at our top-rated lodge and on our new «5-anchor» rated ship
- A unique cruise along the most beautiful bends of the Chobe and Zambezi Rivers
- Safaris on land and in the water to discover this amazing area
- The grandness of Victoria Falls
- Authentic gastronomy and traditions
- Moments of exchange with the locals
Map
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