Day 1 – Arrival Livingstone
Livingstone town, named after missionary and explorer David Livingstone, is located
about 10km from the Zambian side of Victoria Falls. Livingstone acts as a gateway
to the magnificent attractions of the Falls and the Mosi Oa Tunya National Park.
In fact, the majority of visitors catch no more than a fleeting glimpse of the town
as they transfer from the airport to their accommodation close to Victoria Falls.
However, if you're interested in local culture and history, your lodge can arrange
a trip into town to visit the Livingstone Museum - the oldest museum in Zambia,
with interesting displays of David Livingstone memorabilia - and the bustling Maramba
Market, which sells everything from vegetables and cooking pots to handcrafts and
colourful fabric.
Transfer
Met on arrival at Livingstone Airport guests will be assisted to the transfer vehicle.
Transfer by road from the airport to your hotel.
Check In
On arrival at the hotel guests will complete the check in formalities.
The Royal Livingstone Hotel
On the forested banks of the great Zambezi River, is
The Royal Livingstone Hotel,
pride of Zambian hospitality. In its cool lounges and shaded verandas, you will
encounter the grace and elegance and luxury of an earlier, more courteous age. Rooms
are tastefully decorated in earth tones of the bushveld. The Royal Livingstone has
173 rooms and is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World. The hotel has an Executive
Boardroom that seats 12. A magnificent sun deck overlooks the Zambezi as it flows
relentlessly to the Falls. Named after Britain’s Queen Victoria, the Victoria Falls,
one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, provide this Sun International Resort
with a magnificent backdrop on the banks of the Mighty Zambezi River. The Falls
span the entire width of the river, a distance of 1 700 metres, and plunge 108 metres
down the sheer rockface, creating a spectacle that leaves visitors from all over
the world in awe of its power, grace and beauty.
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Situated in the 46-hectare Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Wildlife Park, which fringes the
Zambezi River and overlooks the Victoria Falls the Zambezi Sun rests on the banks
of the Zambezi River in Zambia. This three-star hotel offers an environment that
is suitable for everyone. The hotel is built around a large central pool which allows
you to cool off in the heat of the sun. The 212 rooms have a variety of views. Open
and airy, the rooms are designed with Zambian influences, creating an atmosphere
of bright earthy colours that’s fun and welcoming. All rooms are air-conditioned
and have satellite television. Alongside the pool an al fresco grill serves poolside
lunches, while the indoor buffet restaurant serves breakfast and dinner.
Transfer
Guests will be transferred by road from the hotel to the mighty Zambezi River for
a sunset cruise.
Sunset Cruise
The African Queen is a triple deck 70ft catamaran, furnished with Rhodesian Teak,
Beech Wood and brass finishes. Accommodating a total of 120 guests, offering luxurious
cruises on the Zambezi River, you can experience all the wonders that nature and
this mighty river have to offer. Functions, venue hire and conference rooms are
available.
On arrival at the Royal Landing, you are greeted with a cold cocktail and the sounds
of the Marimba Band, a local instrument that laments the sounds of Africa. A full
bar on both upper and lower deck serve a selection of cocktails, iced drinks and
a variety of snacks. The African Queen embraces both the mystery and tradition of
an African way of life untouched by time.
Return to the hotel in the dark.
The balance of the evening is at leisure.
Services Included
Vehicle & guide services: Transfer from Livingstone Airport to the hotel and
return transfers for the sunset cruise
Entrance fees included: Sunset Cruise including River usage fee
Meals Included: None
Overnight accommodation | The Royal Livingstone Hotel or The Zambezi Sun Hotel |
Standard rooms | Bed and breakfast basis
Day 2 – Livingstone
Breakfast
Enjoy a scrumptious breakfast at the hotel.
Tour of The Falls
On the opposite cliff, facing the falls, you can take a well marked and paved walk
through the rain forests. Every so often the path will open out into a clearing
for a view of the falls. Further along this path is the Knife Edge Bridge which
affords an impressive panorama depending on the time of year. Although less can
be seen of the width of the Falls during the wet season, the intense spray provides
welcome relief from the heat, but don’t carry anything you don’t want to get wet!
* Please note that water levels on the Zambian side are lower than on the Zimbabwe
side from July to December.
The balance of the day is at leisure.
Services Included
Vehicle & guide services: None
Entrance fees included: Tour of The Falls
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight accommodation | The Royal Livingstone Hotel or The Zambezi Sun Hotel |
Standard rooms | Bed and breakfast basis
Day 3 – Depart
Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer
Guests will be transferred by road from the hotel to Livingstone Airport arriving
in time to connect with the outbound scheduled flight.
END OF SERVICES
Nett cost
USD 446.00 nett
/ per person (Based on 1 full paying guests)
USD 296.00 nett / per person sharing (Based on 2 full paying guests)
USD 150.00 nett / single supplement
USD 289.00 nett / per person (Based on 1 full paying guests)
USD 210.00 nett / per person sharing (Based on 2 full paying guests)
USD 79.00 nett / single supplement
Validity
07-09 May 2014 and 13-15 May 2014
Included
- Transportation (VAT exempt) in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Services and expenses, meals and accommodation where applicable of experienced
SATOUR registered driver/guide on touring
and transfers applicable to the following passenger numbers. - 0-2 Passengers
- Accommodation in standard rooms at hotels, lodges and camps, unless otherwise
indicated in the itinerary.
- Meals as indicated in itinerary.
- Entrance fees as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Tourism levies where applicable
Other included Value added Welcome Tourism Services
- 24 Hours Manager On Duty helpline for the full duration of clients’ stay in South
Africa.
- Meet and greet staff at all international airports within South Africa.
- Extended office hours :
Monday – Friday 07h00 – 17h30
Saturday 08h00 – 13h00
Sunday 08h00 – 13h00
- Countrywide infrastructure, with offices located in Johannesburg, Durban, and
Cape Town.
- Extended passenger liability of R100 million per incident.
Not included
- Personal extras (curios, gifts etc.)
- Any gratuities.
- Porterage.
- Entrance fees not mentioned above.
- Any airfare or airport departure taxes
- New Zambian airport tax (the Aviation Infrastructure and Development Fee) in Zambia
will be enforced on the 1st of October 2012. It will no longer be included on any
flight tickets and will now be collected in Zambian Kwacha cash direct from the
passenger. The amount payable is currently K28,000 for Domestic Flights and K56,000
for International Flights and is payable on departure from all Zambian airports.
- Aviation security charges at Livingstone Airport (departure), currently at US$
5.00 per person, payable direct.
- Zambia Single Entry visa of US$ 50.00 per person (applicable to every entry into
Zambia).
- Zambia Transit Entry visa of US$ 50.00 per person (applicable to every transit
entry into Zambia).
- Zambia Double Entry visa of US$ 80.00 per person (applicable to double entry into
Zambia).
- Airport Departure Tax in Livingstone, currently at US$ 25.00 per person, payable
direct.
- Zambia’s National Airports Corporation (NACL) has introduced an Aviation Infrastructure
and Development charge. This will be payable at the Airport with all other taxes.
This fee will only be payable in local currency: ZMK56,000.00 per person
- Any medical
or travel insurance.
- Optional tours and transfers are not included in the total person package cost
Cancellation Policy
Should any reservation be cancelled, the following cancellation fees will be due
and payable:
All cancellations must be made in writing and shall be effective only on the date
on which Welcome receives the written notice of cancellation.
60 to 46 days before travel date 25%
45 to 31 days before travel date 50%
30 to 16 days before travel date 75%
15 to 0 days before travel date 100%
All percentages refer to the total booking value
Important Notes
- Please note that clients should be made aware of luggage restrictions on Domestic
Flights prior to departure. Guests are restricted to 1 bag of 20 kgs only on several
Domestic Carriers. Should guests travel with 2 bags – the second bag will be charged
for at R300.00 which will be for the client’s own account.
- Please be aware that coaches also do not have capacity for copious amounts of
luggage, hence we would urge you to advise your clients to limit their luggage
- Travellers from South Africa to Zambia and travellers from Zambia to South Africa
will now require proof of yellow fever vaccination. Vaccinations have to be conducted
at least 10 days before arrival in Zambia.
- River Usage levy – currently US$ 10.00 per person payable directly in USD cash
notes only
- Please note the terms and condition applicable to groups are not the same as the
FIT terms and conditions on our website and our brochure. Once a group has been
confirmed a contract fitting the specifics of that particular group will be sent
to cover deposits requirements and release dates etc.
- A copy of the terms and conditions are available on request.
- This is a cost proposal only and is subject to availability of quoted services
at time of booking.
- Proposal is subject to terms and conditions of business as per our Agents Manual.
Copy of conditions is however available on request.
- Costs are nett and non-commissionable.
- Costs are based on rates made available by our suppliers for requested travel
period.
- Costs are subject to change due to currency fluctuations or any other statutory
increases beyond our control.
- It might be necessary, due to circumstances beyond our control, where we might
need to change the programme. Closing times at sightseeing points, changed flight
times, road blocks, detours or act of God can also delay the programme. We reserve
the right to make changes due to circumstance of this nature.
Very important note for all potential visitors to South Africa
- Please ensure that when booking a trip for yourself or clients that your/their
passports all comply with immigration regulations.
- According to an international regulation, passports must have at least two blank
pages in them when one enters a country, and it should also not have less than 6
months to go before expiry. South African immigration officials are very particular
about enforcing this regulation and will not allow guests to enter the country should
their passports be incorrect.
- Unless otherwise stated, all services are subject to our general terms & conditions,
which are available on our website: www.welcome.co.za/terms.htm
- Errors and Omissions Excepted
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Contact Information
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Tel:
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(+27-11) 676 3300
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Fax:
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(+27-11) 884 1590
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Email:
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tours@welcome.co.za
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Location:
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4th floor, 66 Grayston, 2 Northwich Close, Sandton, Johannesburg, South Africa,
2196
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Post Address:
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PO Box 651817, Benmore, South Africa, 2010
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