This 10 day package is for those wanting an all inclusive, 100% guided Kayaking experience.  As much kayaking and wilderness adventure is packed into 10 days for paddlers with limited time available.

• Day one:
  Upon your arrival at Livingstone Airport you will be met by a ‘Kayak theZambezi.com’ representative and transferred to your accommodation at Fawlty Towers. After checking in and a relaxing afternoon by the pool, you will be picked up and taken on a sunset cruise on the upper Zambezi River. Hippo, crocodile, elephant and other species can be seen in the Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park, which flanks the river in this area. All drinks are included, and a barbecue dinner is provided on the cruise.
• Day two:
  After breakfast at Fawlty Towers we will take a short drive to the Boiling Pot for your first taste of The Zambezi. Today's run will be from rapid #1 through rapid #23.  Our guide will lead you down the river giving a detailed description of the rapids and scouting where necessary.
• Day three:
  Over breakfast today, our guide will discuss which section of the river will be run. We will concentrate more on a specific section of the river and the great playspots the Zambezi has on offer. A snack lunch is carried in the kayaks.
• Day four:
  After breakfast we will again run a specific section of the river, which will likely differ from the section that was run yesterday. A snack lunch is carried in the kayaks.
• Day five:
  Today will be a non-paddling day. You can participate in any of the regions’ activities in the morning, which include bungi-jumping, flights over the falls, game drives, rhino walks, or the Zambezi gorge swing. You could opt to check out some local sights or merely relax by the pool.
• Day six:
  Today marks the start of our multi-day trip. After breakfast we will make our way to the boiling pot, directly beneath the Victoria Falls. Few people have the chance to venture into this region due to the inaccessibility. This involves a short portage to the top of rapid #1 and then a paddle across a large eddy to witness a sight you will never forget. We will have a light lunch on the river before making camp between rapid #10 and #11. Our guides will prepare a delicious, evening meal.
• Day seven:
  After breakfast we will spend the day slowly making our way downstream, stopping to play to our hearts content. A light lunch will be served on the river before making our way to the beach below rapid #25. Sundowners and dinner will be served on the beach.
• Day eight:
  Breakfast on the beach will be followed by our longest river day. We will cover approximately 24km today, running a variety of large and small rapids, such as Closed Season, Open Season, The Narrows and Lets Make a Deal. Lunch will be served on the riverbank along the way. Upper and Lower Moemba are the last two rapids of the day and are two of the best on the entire river! Tonight, we dine and camp on the rim of the gorge, overlooking the river.
• Day nine:
  After a light breakfast we begin the drive back to Livingstone through traditional villages, arriving at Fawlty Towers by late morning. The afternoon can be spent as you choose prior to a farewell dinner at one of Livingstone’s restaurants.
• Day ten:
  This morning you will check out of Fawlty Towers and will be transferred to the Livingstone Airport for your flight out of Zambia. Alternatively, you may wish to stay longer and continue paddling, or explore the region further on a safari or similar adventure. If you do choose to stay on and further your paddling, we can continue organising your daily logistics.

WHAT IS INCLUDED?

Accommodation
Fawlty Towers offers the best budget accommodation in Livingstone and you will be housed in dormitories with either four or six beds. Twin and double rooms are available but will carry an extra cost.

Food

• Breakfast - Choose from Fawlty Towers extensive breakfast menu. When on the river, guides prepare a cooked breakfast.
• Snack lunches are provided on paddling days, these are carried in the kayaks. More substantial river lunches will be provided during the multi- day trip. Day five you will be required to provide your own lunch.
• Dinner – A barbecue is provided on the first night’s river cruise. Three course dinners are served during the multi-day trip and the final night will be at a restaurant where the food will be included. Dinner for nights two, three, four and five will be your own responsibility.
• Wine provided with meals (for additional drinks, kitty system)
• NOTE — On the nights you will be required to provide your own meals we can make arrangements for visiting Livingstone restaurants for those whom are interested.

Guides
A kayak guide will accompany you on the river everyday and an oarboat guide with equipment during the multi-day trip. All our guides have a minimum of three years experience on the Zambezi River.

Camping Gear
We supply tents and sleeping mats on the nights we camp.

Transfers
Livingstone Airport transfers and all river shuttles are included.

Visas
Free visas can be obtained for participants of the Ten-day Paddling Extravaganza providing they are entering Zambia via Victoria Falls Bridge, or Livingstone Airport.

Insurance
Evacuation insurance is included for emergency situations. Costs incurred for the treatment of any such injury are your own responsibility.

Porters
All porters’ fees are included.

Activities
Sunset cruise.

Park Fees
All park fees are included for the duration of the trip.

Video
A video is not included, however a videographer can be hired on a daily basis or for the multi day trip.

WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?

Equipment and Accessories

• Clothing – All personal items including long sleeve shirts and pants for night time protection. A lightweight rain jacket and personal toiletries, including insect repellents. A torch/flashlight is a great idea for the camping nights.
• Kayaking gear – You will be required to provide all your own kayaking gear. We do have a small range of gear for hire; please enquire should you need this.
• Camping gear — You will be required to provide your own sleeping bag for the nights we camp.

• You will need money for the meals not covered during the itinerary. Alcohol, souvenirs and transfers to, from or within Zimbabwe will also be your own responsibility. The same applies for any additional activities undertaken that are not included in the itinerary.

• As mentioned, you will have evacuation coverage in emergency situations, however it is imperative to carry your own medical and travel insurance.

  Prior to coming, be sure to visit your doctor to discuss what necessary precautions need to be taken when coming here. Make yourself aware of where Livingstone is, as some parts of Zambia are considered to be part of Central Africa. The Southern Province of Zambia, where Livingstone is situated is NOT in Central Africa.
   

• Please visit these websites for useful medical information:
  http://www.afro.who.int/      AND     http://www.masta.org/

• Non paddlers who accompany participants can join the multi day trip for days six, seven, eight and nine. These nights will be spent camping in the Batoka Gorge and during the day you will travel on the river in the support raft.
• Prior to these days there are plenty of other activities available in the region (bungi jumping, day trips to Botswana, houseboats etc.) as well as cultural and historic sites to keep you amused.

TRIP DATES AND PRICES 2007

10-Day Extravaganza

• To run a 10 day extravaganza we need a minimum of 4 people, if you have a group of 4 or more contact us and the start date for the trip can be arranged.
• if you have a group of less than 4 contact us with dates you would like to paddle the Zambezi and we will do our best to link you up with other like minded paddles.
• Trips run at low water only (Mid July to January)

  All trips will cost $1420 per paddler.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Custom made itineraries and dates can be arranged for groups of four paddlers or more.
• All trips have a maximum of ten client paddlers.
• A deposit of 50% is required to confirm a booking (payable in the UK), the remainder of which must be paid upon arrival in Livingstone.
• Group discounts are available for bookings of four paddlers or more.
• We also offer a four-day itinerary; information is available upon request.