Tras llegar al aeropuerto de Lusaka hacia la hora de comer, traslado al Protea Safari Lodge, cerca de Lusaka. Alojamiento en habitaciones modernas. Cena en el restaurante del hotel. (-/-/-).
Itinerario
En lugar de limitarte a hacer safaris y explorar la zona en un vehículo, una exploración a pie te abre experiencias diferentes y una nueva perspectiva del entorno natural. A menudo no oirás los sonidos de los pájaros en un vehículo, ni verás a las hormigas soldado cargando su botín tras una incursión contra las termitas.
Nuestro objetivo no es ofrecer la "clásica" experiencia de safari a pie por la que son famosos los operadores de renombre del valle del Luangwa. Ofrecemos un safari con paseos cortos ocasionales por zonas adecuadas para explorar a pie. La duración y la ubicación de nuestros paseos pueden variar según la época del año y las precipitaciones de la temporada de lluvias anterior y, por supuesto, los distintos lugares en los que nos encontremos.
Los paseos no son extenuantes, pero se requiere una forma física y una salud normales para disfrutar de las excursiones a pie.
Programa del tour
Llegada a Lusaka
Punto de partida
Lusaka, Lusaka, Zambia
Parque Nacional de Kasanka
Traslado desde Chisamba al Parque Nacional de Kasanka (unas 6 horas en coche).
El raro y muy tímido antílope Sitatunga suele verse pastando cerca del campamento. Por la tarde haremos una excursión a pie. Acampada dentro del Parque Nacional. (FB)
Pantanos de Bangweulu
Tras el desayuno, traslado a los Humedales de Bangweulu (unas 4 horas).
Estos remotos pantanos son únicos en ecología, fauna y flora. El agua cubre enormes extensiones de los pantanos hasta aproximadamente abril de cada año, cuando la línea de flotación retrocede lentamente, y las aves acuáticas se congregan para alimentarse en las charcas y canales. El día 3 por la tarde haremos un safari para explorar la zona.
El día 4 buscaremos a la esquiva cigüeña picozapato (dependiendo del nivel del agua, iremos a pie o en canoa; el paseo también puede implicar vadear el pantano).
Esta interesante ave de aspecto extraño se ha vuelto muy rara en la mayor parte de África, pero aquí en Bangweulu son bastante comunes.
Las manadas de miles de Lechwe en este paisaje aparentemente interminable, ¡es una experiencia africana inolvidable!
Acampa en el Campamento Nsobe (2x FB).
Parque Natural de Mutinondo
Temprano por la mañana nos dirigiremos a nuestra siguiente parada, Mutinondo Wilderness (5-6 horas en coche). Enormes "whalebacks" (rocas de granito) esparcidas entre el bosque de Miombo crean el paisaje único de Mutinondo. Disponemos de un día entero para explorar y disfrutar del ambiente especial de esta zona. El día 6 haremos 2 caminatas cortas o 1 larga.
2x Camping (2x FB)
Termas de Kapsihya
Después de desayunar, nos dirigiremos a nuestra siguiente parada: las Aguas Termales de Kapishya (4-5 horas en coche).
Por la tarde daremos un paseo por los alrededores del campamento y observaremos algunas aves; antes y después de la caminata podrás relajarte en las aguas termales.
Cerca se encuentra la casa histórica Shiwa N'Gandu (posible visita por cuenta propia en lugar de la caminata, se cobrará entrada).
Acampa a orillas del río Manshya. (FB)
Parque Nacional de Luangwa Norte
Nos dirigimos al límite noroeste del Parque Nacional de Luangwa Norte (unas 3 horas de viaje). Instalamos nuestro campamento en el Campamento Samala, cerca de la Puerta Mano. Por la tarde daremos un paseo a lo largo del río, y es posible darse un refrescante baño en el arroyo de la montaña.
Acampada en el Campamento Samala, en el límite del parque (FB).
Parque Nacional de Luangwa Norte
La etapa de hoy nos lleva desde 1400 m de altitud por la escarpa hasta el caluroso valle del Luangwa. Mientras conducimos, la temperatura aumenta y el frondoso bosque de Miombo da paso a la calurosa sabana (unas 3 horas de viaje). Daremos un breve paseo por los alrededores del campamento con un explorador. Grandes manadas de hipopótamos llaman a esta zona su hogar; se pueden ver elefantes y varias especies de antílopes desde nuestro campamento.
Acampada en el camping, justo fuera del Parque Nacional. (FB).
Por el PN Luambe al Parque Nacional Luangwa Sur
Haz las maletas y conduce por el Parque Nacional de Luambe hasta el sector de Nsefu del Parque Nacional de Luangwa Meridional (unas 3 horas en coche).
El PN South Luangwa es conocido por su abundancia de fauna africana: Jirafa de Thornicroft, Gnu de Cookson, Cebra de Crawshay y grandes manadas de búfalos y elefantes. Por la tarde haremos un safari en el Swctor Nsefu del parque (ese día no está prevista ninguna excursión a pie).
Acamparemos en el río Luangwa, cerca de la Reserva Natural de Chibembe. (FB).
Parque Nacional de Luangwa Meridional
Atravesando aldeas tradicionales, nos dirigiremos a la zona central del Parque Nacional de Luangwa Sur, donde instalaremos nuestras tiendas en el Campamento de Fauna Salvaje (a 1,5 horas en coche aproximadamente). Estos días exploraremos la zona con nuestro vehículo de observación de animales en nuestro safari a lo largo del río, que a menudo produce avistamientos espectaculares. Las familias de hipopótamos se dan en grandes cantidades en el río, sin parangón en África.
2x Acampada a orillas del río Luangwa en el Campamento de Fauna Salvaje. (2x FB).
Safari a pie en el PN Luangwa Sur
Tras otro safari matutino, preparamos una pequeña mochila y por la tarde iniciamos nuestra excursión a pie hasta el Campamento de Arbustos, situado a orillas del río Luangwa, bajo enormes árboles de caoba de Natal que proporcionan sombra durante los días calurosos. La fauna es abundante y se puede avistar desde el campamento. Un guía cualificado y un explorador dirigirán la excursión.
A la mañana siguiente, el amanecer y el canto de los pájaros despiertan la sabana. Tras el desayuno, es hora de hacer las maletas y volver al campamento a pie: otras tres horas a través de la naturaleza salvaje de África.
Por la tarde del día 14 haremos un último safari para ver la puesta de sol.
2x Camping (2x FB).
Salida
Traslado al aeropuerto de Mfuwe y salida.
Punto final
Mfuwe, Eastern, Zambia
Política de cancelación
1. Validity of agreement.
Only the English version of this agreement is valid on a court of law. The German version must be regarded as a correct translation of the English version as possible.
2. The offer.
2.1 The safari or tour offer will be in accordance with the description of the offer Contained in the latest Prospectus. Any additions or alterations to the offer must be confirmed by ADVENTURE PURISTS in writing. The offer as agreed to, which includes statements and details given with the booking confirmations, is binding.
3. Notice by ADVENTURE PURISTS.
3.1 In the following circumstances and cases ADVENTURE PURISTS may give notice and thus cancel this agreement:
a. Seemingly important reasons that could lead to the cancellation of a tour or any other offer prior to the commencement of such tour or offer, or the discontinuation of a tour or any other offer after commencement of such a tour or offer, such as mechanical defects to transportation mediums (vehicles etc.), weather conditions, acts of God, unrest, strikes, epidemics, unexpected governmental legislation and regulations or any other similar occurrences or incidents not deliberately caused by ADVENTURE PURISTS.
b. If the traveler for whom the reservation according to this agreement has been made, be it the client according to this agreement or not, persistently disturbs, harasses or inconvenience fellow travellers, and/or unreasonably affects the performances of the tour or any other offer and/or when the behaviour of the traveller is contravening this agreement to such an extent that an immediate cancellation of this agreement is justified.
c. If the client is in breach of contract.
3.2 The decision to give notice according to this agreement lies solely with the Management of ADVENTURE PURISTS. In any case ADVENTURE PURISTS is obliged to immediately inform the client when the preconditions for a cancellation or discontinuation of a tour or any offer have been postulated.
4. Withdrawal and cancellation from the contract of tourism
The client can cancel the contract of tourism at any time, essential for that is the access of the cancellation notice to ADVENTURE PURISTS. In case of cancellation or if the client does not leave out for the trip, ADVENTURE PURISTS can claim refund for the already done tour arrangements and necessary expenses.
In any case the following charges will become due:
Time Charges
4 weeks before travel 40% cancellation fee
2-4 weeks before travel 60% cancellation fee
0-2 weeks before travel 100% cancellation fee
5. Objections and complaints.
5.1 Possible claims by the client (tour participant) for whatever reason, in all cases prescribe 6 months after the date of completion of the relevant tour. All claims submitted after this period are null and void.
5.2 During the journey (tour or safari) any possible defects or failures or any given contingencies , occurrences or incidents which appear to the client (tour participant) to be a deficiency or shortcoming, must immediately (on the spot) be communicated to the tour leader of ADVENTURE PURISTS. If such a deficiency is not communicated on the spot and immediately to ADVENTURE PURISTS, subsequent compensation claims on the matter are not possible. Any substantial deviation from the performance and offer contained in the agreement, or incidents and occurrences which may appear to the client (tour articipant) to be a substantial deviation and/or defect, the client must, in addition to communicating the matter to the tour leader, inform the head office of ADVENTURE PURISTS in writing immediately. If neglecting and failing to do so, the client forfeits all rights to subsequent claims for compensation and damages.
6. Liability of ADVENTURE PURISTS.
6.1 ADVENTURE PURISTS as a reputable business, is liable for the satisfactory supply and delivery of the contractually agreed product, being tours, safaris and other related offers. ADVENTURE PURISTS accepts no further liability.
6.2 ADVENTURE PURISTS accepts full liability for damages incurred, due to a tour/offer , or part thereof, which has not been supplied and delivered according to this agreement. ADVENTURE PURISTS liability is limited to an amount equal to the agreed price of the tour or offer, and only includes the immediate direct (not consequential) damages incurred. Partial reductions or omissions made to the tour or offer, do not entitle the client to a full refund of the tour price.
6.3 ADVENTURE PURISTS is not liable for any deficiencies, shortcomings, defects or damages that may arise due to third parties (subcontractors) such as hotels, lodges, other safari-and tour operators etc. In such instances ADVENTURE PURISTS undertakes to remove and eliminate such deficiencies, shortcomings or defects, if at all possible, and/or make alternative arrangements or bookings. The decision to refund an appropriate portion of the tour price lies entirely with ADVENTURE PURISTS, which decision will only be taken after consultation with the client (tour participant).
6.4 ADVENTURE PURISTS is strictly not liable for any deficiencies, shortcomings, and defects, possible additional costs arising therefrom and damages due to accidents and disasters occurring during transportation by air. Any possible claims for damages have to be directed to the appropriate Carrier.
6.5 ADVENTURE PURISTS is not liable for any disorders of products when acting as an agent for, and on behalf of, other parties. As far as it is possible, clients will be informed if a specific tour, etc. is offered by ADVENTURE PURISTS on behalf of others and is thus merely acting as an agent.
6.6 ADVENTURE PURISTS is strictly not liable for damages incurred due to :
• Acts of God
• War or war-like conditions
• Unrest
• Strikes
• Epidemics
• Natural disasters
• Unfavourable climatic conditions
• Governmental legislation and regulations
• Mechanical defects of transportation mediums
• All occurrences and incidents with alike/similar consequences and effects as for the examples given above.
6.7 ADVENTURE PURISTS only accepts liability for accidents, illness and diseases, if proof of gross negligence or any form of serious default on behalf of ADVENTURE PURISTS can be established. Such liability is limited to the direct (not consequential) damages incurred to a maximum amount equal to twice (2x) the agreed price of the tour or offer. In all other cases ADVENTURE PURISTS is not liable for death, injuries, illness or diseases. Should these lead to the discontinuation or interruption or the tour, refunds to the client (participant) due to the non-participation of any portion of the tour are not possible. ADVENTURE PURISTS will however do its utmost best to assist the client (participant) in limiting the inconvenience and damages incurred.
6.8 ADVENTURE PURISTS accepts liability for delays (such as late arrival at the airport etc.) and possible consequential damages, directly or indirectly, that arise for the client due to such delays, only if proof of gross negligence to any form of serious fault on behalf of ADVENTURE PURISTS can be established.
6.9 ADVENTURE PURISTS is strictly not responsible for the luggage and all personal effects and belongings of the client (participant), including all personal documents (passports, issued air tickets etc.)
6.10 ADVENTURE PURISTS is not responsible for any type of travelling insurance. The client (participant) is personally responsible for sufficient travelling insurance.
6.11 The client (participant) is personally responsible to acquire the necessary and correct travel documents (passports, visas, etc.) which conform to the current rules and regulations. Should insufficient travel documents detrimentally affect the performance of the tour or offer, or cause cancellation and discontinuation of the entire or portions of the tour or offer, the client forfeits any right to claim for damages or refunds. Any possible additional costs incurred by ADVENTURE PURISTS due to insufficient travel documents will be to the clients (participants) account.
It goes without saying that Adventure Purists will do it's upmost to avoid incidents and occurrences which will detrimentally affect the product (i.e. Tour or Safari) offered and agreed to. The safety and satisfaction of the client (participant), as well as customer service which the most pretentious client will approve of, is of utmost importance to Adventure Purists.
7. Applicable law and Domicile.
7.1 This agreement between the client and ADVENTURE PURISTS and the interpretation thereof, shall be subject to Zambian law only.
7.2 Legal actions against ADVENTURE PURISTS can only be lodged at the Domicile of ADVENTURE PURISTS as stated in Clause 7.3 below
8. General.
8.1 Copyright: Adventure Purists LTD (Pty).
8.2 Registered office:
• ADVENTURE PURISTS LTD (PTY)
• 1364 Kabompo Road
• Livingstone
• Republic of Zambia
• International:
• Tel: +260-969496264, +43 6645863317
7.3 Domicil:
• ADVENTURE PURISTS LTD (PTY)
• 1364 Kabompo Road
• Livingstone
• Republic of Zambia
• International:
• Tel: +260-969496264, +43 6645863317
The client and ADVENTURE PURISTS herewith agree to abide by the Terms and Conditions of this Agreement. Whereas the client intends to proceed with the tour or other offer as set out in the booking confirmation and which tour or offer ADVENTURE PURISTS has agreed to provide
Detalles del tour
Servicios adicionales
- Todas las comidas (excepto la cena en Lusaka)
- Todos los traslados (incluido el traslado al aeropuerto el primer y el último día del programa)
- Guía competente de habla inglesa y un ayudante/cocinero
- Todo el equipo de acampada (excepto saco de dormir y almohada), tiendas grandes (1,80 m de altura) con camilla, colchón de alta densidad y cubrecolchón.
- Todas las entradas al parque
- Noche a pie en el PN Luangwa Sur
- Todas las actividades indicadas en el programa.
Servicios adicionales
- Vuelos internacionales y vuelo nacional de Mfuwe a Lusaka el día 15 (o el día 1 para la WS4)
- Bebidas alcohólicas y refrescos (nosotros suministramos zumo y agua potable).
- Safari nocturno
- Saco de dormir y almohada
- Entrada a Shiwa N'gandu (unos 20-00 US$ por persona)
- Seguro personal, gastos personales (por ejemplo, curiosidades) y propinas
Bueno saber
Divisa
Zambia
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