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  • April in BotswanaOSSO Botswana April 2017
    Day1

    Victoria Falls

    April 8, 2017 in Zimbabwe

    An overland, mobile camping safari from Victoria Falls to Maun via Chobe, the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans and the Okavango Delta: with the express purpose of learning a little about Botswana prior to linking up with the students of Sedie and Mathiba Schools

    Fri 7 April Depart Sydney, Australia
    Sat 8 April Arrive Victoria Falls (midday), Zimbabwe
    Sun 9 April Victoria Falls
    Mon 10 April Kasane, Chobe National Park
    Tues 11 April Kasane, Chobe National Park
    Wed 12 April Nata & visit to salt pans
    Thu 13 April Makgadikgadi Pans (Planet Baobab)
    Fri 14 April Maun camping
    Sat 15 April Okavango,mokoros and overnight camping
    Sun 16 April Okavango, mokoros and overnight camping
    Mon 17 April Sitatunga Camp & horse riding safari
    Tues 18 April Sedie School & Lion Conservation talk
    Wed 19 April Sedie School & Rhino Rehabilitation project
    Thu 20 April Sedie School & Wildlife film show (Dr Tim Liversedge)
    Fri 21 April Sedie School, then fly Maun - Johannesburg - Perth
    Sat 22 April Perth - Sydney    Read more

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  • Lilies DiarySAMBIA Fernweh
    Day1

    DEVIL’S POOL – NATURWUNDER HAUTNAH

    March 1 in Zambia

    Die aufregendste Art und Weise, um die Viktoriafälle zu erleben, ist wohl darin zu baden. Der von der Natur geschaffene Devil’s Pool liegt auf einer kleinen Insel namens Livingstone Island direkt am Abgrund der Fälle.
    Mehr Infos im Blogpost auf www.lilies-diary.com/sambia-reisetipps/

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  • Lilies DiarySAMBIA Fernweh
    Day1

    DIE VIKTORIAFÄLLE – SMOKE THAT THUNDERSS

    March 1 in Zambia

    Sambia hat aufgrund seiner außergewöhnlichen Topographie zahlreiche Wasserfälle, die größten, schönsten und dementsprechend auch bekanntesten sind dabei die Viktoriafälle. Ihr könnt auf keinen Fall nach Sambia reisen ohne sie zu sehen! The place to be ist also Livingstone, eine kleine Stadt in unmittelbarer Nähe zu den Wasserfällen.
    Mehr Infos im Blogpost auf www.lilies-diary.com/sambia-reisetipps

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  • ConfettiEnVoyageAfrika-Asien-Ozeanien
    Day60

    Victoria Falls

    October 13 in Zimbabwe

    Après avoir pris le train de nuit depuis Bulawayo, nous y voilà dans l'endroit le plus touristique du Zimbabwe mais aussi à l'une des 7 merveilles du monde! ! Et on comprend mieux pourquoi: c'est juste grandiose:) On savoure ce lieu unique aux aurores pour éviter l'éventuelle foule et la chaleur pesante!

    Pour plus de photos et d'infos, RDV sur notre deuxième blog:https://www.myatlas.com/ConfettiEnVoyage/l-inattendu-zimbabwe/t/406008Read more

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  • LouisaJamesZimbabwe
    Day8

    Elephant Interaction

    August 16, 2017 in Zimbabwe

    We had a couple of mornings where we went and had time with an elephant, feeding it and petting it. We also had the chance to sit up on its back and cling on whike it stood up. They are trained through positive reinforcement, gaining food treats as a reward. It showed that they are still wild animals when one elephant refused to sit diwn and allow our friend to get off her back. She had to climb onto the shoulders of the elephant trainer.Read more

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  • Jacalyn BishopSouthern Africa
    Day17

    Victoria Falls

    July 9, 2017 in Zimbabwe

    Lazy morning. Still up at 6:30 but only by our internal alarms. Breakfast is included at this hotel, so we met up with mom and dad for breakfast at 9. At 10, Yvonne picked us up to go to Victoria Falls (only a few minutes away). She had pre purchased tickets, so we walked right in. She gave us a short orientation and discussion about the falls and we started our 4.4km, leisurely walk, with 16 look-out points to appreciate the exquisite falls. March and April are the high water flow months for the falls. By November the volume of water will have greatly decreased.
    The falls were made famous by Dr. David Livingstone in 1855 when he came across them for the first time. ("Dr. Livingstone I presume?") Yvonne brought us ponchos for the wet portion of the trip which was a must (to stay dry anyway!). I had a chance to talk with Yvonne quite a bit on the walk. She is so easy to talk to and is very honest about the state of affairs in Zimbabwe (though it would be illegal for her to say some of the things she says!) Belmond subcontracts her to guide tours in this area. She started her business, Routes Through Africa, 6 years ago after managing the local Abercrombie and Kent tour operator office here in Victoria Falls. She tells us that very few women own their own companies in this country. Pretty remarkable!
    We had lunch with Yvonne at The Lookout Cafe (recommended by her) which had beautiful views of the falls and the historic bridge (finished in 1904) that spans the Zambezi River. Ken had crocodile which truly tastes just like chicken. (I confirmed. 😊) This restaurant is also the point where travelers sign up for bungee jumping, swinging and zip line. We saw a few people jump. Made me sick just looking at them!
    We had a half hour back at the hotel before Yvonne drove us to our next activity at 3:30p. We took a sunset cruise on the Ra Ikane, a small skiff with seating for 12. Drinks were included along with some small appetizers which were fine, not excellent. We had nice views of birds and crocodiles, a water monitor lizard, saw hippos, and saw another lovely sunset. We were back at 6:15p.
    Yvonne picked us up and drove us back to the hotel (5-10 minutes).
    We ate at the terrace again, this time just dessert. The ice cream brownie was mediocre in my opinion.
    An early night tonight - back up to the room by 7:30, but Ken and I ended up sitting in the lounge downstairs so that the room could be turned-down.    Read more

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  • Jessica GerschwitzGreat Africa Expedition
    Day37

    Bungee Jumping

    July 15, 2017 in Zimbabwe

    I bungee jumped off of Victoria Falls Bridge which is situated between Zimbabwe and Zambia, so I guess you could say I bungee jumped in two countries at once!

    This is the third bungee jump that I have done but that adrenalin you get from jumping off of a bridge will always be there, the feeling you get while free falling is not comparable to anything else!

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  • Jacalyn BishopSouthern Africa
    Day16

    And on to Zimbabwe

    July 8, 2017 in Zimbabwe

    Had a shortened game drive this morning from 7 to 10:30. Only a pride of lions worth mentioning though they did perform when they suddenly ran after a Steenbok. It was quick though with no catch.
    Our 14 seater flight left for Kasabi at 11:25. This time I was prepared! Scopolamine patch, Meclizine and Zofran to start then no looking outside the window and staying distracted playing a game on my iPad. Worked like a charm! The flight was 40 minutes long. We were met by Yvonne, our guide for this last portion of our trip. She seems wonderful - beautiful English and incredibly knowledgeable. The historical and current political/societal conflict in Zimbabwe is extraordinarily depressing. It is a true dictatorship here led by Robert Mugabe (who is 93 years old). There is a 95% unemployment rate! Zimbabweans are required to use banks to save money with strict limits on what cash can be withdrawn. The government changed currency suddenly several years back (from a highly devalued currency to the US dollar). This was done overnight and those with a lifetime of savings in the banks, lost it all. There is enormous corruption and voter fraud here so little changes. Makes one grateful to live in a democratic country!
    Yvonne drove us the 10 minutes into Zimbabwe. We had to purchase our visas (good for both Zimbabwe and Zambia which is very close) and clear customs. This took about 30 minutes including time in line. She then drove us 60km (about 40-50 minutes) to Victoria Falls where she dropped us off at the Victoria Falls Hotel. Very elegant hotel much like the Grand Hotel in Mackinac Island - fancy in its heritage, location and view but small rooms with little storage (no towel rods which is strange). We are in room 136 and mom in dad in room 137. Unfortunately, we are on the 2nd floor with no elevator here which is tough for both mom and dad.
    We had 45 minutes before we left for a helicopter ride above the falls at 4. (12-15 minute ride for $150/person). I got the co-pilot seat with great views and opportunities for photos. It was a beautiful first view of the falls. Given that Victoria Falls is part of a National Park there were warthogs right on the property too!
    We were back at the hotel by 5:30pm and went down for dinner on the hotel terrace at 6. I had a yummy ceasar salad and Ken's chicken sandwich was delicious. (Ice cream sundae was weak though) 😕. It's annoying to have to pay for our meals again not to mention, they charge for still water!
    Up to the rooms by 8 and, I am totally ready for bed!    Read more

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  • Jessica GerschwitzGreat Africa Expedition
    Day36

    Shearwater Explorers Village

    July 14, 2017 in Zimbabwe

    This campsite looks amazing, the campsites have cement blocks for the tents and lots of green grass surrounding them with a huge undercover meal area and kitchen. The bathrooms were clean and modern. There was a bar and restaurant area as well as a beautiful pool, I am very happy to be staying here for a few days.

    We set up our tents and then all met at bar where we were one of the hotel's staff members gave us information about optional activities available in Victoria Falls. I have decided to do a guided tour of Victoria Falls, bungee jump and the lion encounter.

    The second to last night we went out as a family for dinner where we all ordered different meats such as warthog, crocodile, impala, giraffe etc. I tried most of them but my favourite would have to be the crocodile!

    The last night at the camp I let my hair down a little bit and 'Jess the Mess' came out to play, 8 pre-mixed vodkas and 5 double shot vodkas with coke all within two hours was probably not the best idea. I was drinking because my tent buddy Nicole was leaving me and was already out drinking with her new tour group. We also met the new people joining our group that night, it first time we have met so I probably didn't give a very good first impression. I ended up in bed at about 12am but woke up at about 12:30am and vomited in my tent, once I made it to the bathroom I rested there for about an hour. The next morning was a struggle but no sympathy because it was self inflicted!    Read more

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  • Gustav VermaasOkavango to Vic Falls 2017
    Day8

    Day 8 – Kasane to Victoria Falls

    January 1 in Zimbabwe

    With the memories of our wildlife encounters firmly etched in our minds, we crossed the border to Zimbabwe - a painfull experience. After a quick visit to the hotel we crossed to the spectacular Victoria Falls, also known by the local name of “Mosi-oa Tunya” (the smoke that thunders).

    Accommodation : Victoria Rainbow Hotel

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Victoria Falls, Chutes Victoria, VFA

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