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VICTORIA FALLS

ACCESS to Victoria Falls Zimbabwe is assured with 24 international flights every week – 21 from Johannesburg and three from Namibian capital, Windhoek. These are complemented by a daily flight from Harare by Air Zimbabwe, plus a good road network from the South African border at Beit Bridge right through to the Falls.

Additionally Air Botswana flies into Kasane, Chobe, just a 90-minute road transfer (and often a game drive itself) to the Falls and Nationwide, BA Comair and SAA all fly into Livingstone, Zambia, just a 30-minute transfer across the bridge border into Zimbabwe.

And Air Zimbabwe is gearing up for the building momentum – they have approval to buy four more modern jets – two 767s and two 737s.

Climate guide

There are three distinct seasons in the Victoria Falls area. May to August is cooler and dry, with average high temperatures ranging from 25-27°C (77-81°F) and average lows between 7-10°C (45-50°F).

September to October/November is hot and dry, with average highs between 32-34°C (90-93°F) and average lows between 15-19°C (59-66°F). November/December to April is warm and wet, with high humidity.

Victoria Falls enjoys a mild and dry winter from around June to mid-August and as one can see from the temperatures above it is an all year round destination. We have a warm to hot spring until the rains start in mid-November; it becomes warm and wet and stays so until the rainy season passes at the end of April! The rainy season is often characterised by sudden torrential downpours with violent storms followed as quickly by blue skies and sunshine.

Annual rains start in the middle of November but it's only in January that the headwaters hit Victoria Falls, levels climb again and 'high water season' starts. The peak of the annual flood usually hits the falls around Easter time. Rafting stops when the Zambezi is in full spate, sometimes from around mid March to early May each year. The dry season generally runs from May to October through the southern fall (Autumn), winter and into spring. The summer wet season itself, also referred to as the 'Green Season', generally starting with fresh rains in November.

The Victoria Falls – Now In Its 150 Millionth Fantastic Year - Reaches Its Zenith In About May Each Year.

It’s a truly awe-inspiring experience – the sight, the sound, the smell; the humbling feeling that here indeed is Nature’s Supreme Masterpiece. No photograph can begin to depict the reality…and nothing prepares you for your first sight. With Livingstone’s statue, the Main Falls and 70% of the mile-wide view located on the Zimbabwe side this is one of those must-do-in-my-lifetime experiences, and destinations, that always surpasses expectations.

Best viewing is usually between the months of February through July, but be prepared to get wet! The skies above may be blue, but the billowing spray from the Falls spirals high into the air and a torrent comes crashing down. However, viewing the Falls at any time of the year is always spectacular, even just to witness the amazing topography of the Batoka Gorge. The Main Falls are an impressive sight and can be viewed 365 days of the year – from the Zimbabwe side. It’s always a good idea to view the falls from the air in order to appreciate the full perspective. Experience The Flight of Angels in a helicopter or stretch your adventure by taking the flip in a floatplane that takes off and lands on the Zambezi River. Open-sided, this plane offers incredible photo opportunities and is unique to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.

Continue your adventure on the Zambezi by experiencing the wet and wild ride in a jet boat that even creeps right up to the Boiling Pot virtually under the spray of the Falls. White water rafting is also a real adrenaline pump in the lower gorge and the new Victoria Falls Bridge tour offers a historical and informative insight into 100 years of Victorian engineering as well as magnificent views of the falls and the Batoka Gorge.

Vic Falls is praised for world-class hotels, elegant lodges, good B&Bs, excellent camp sites, thrilling game viewing and for being “the epicentre” of Southern Africa’s adventure sports. “The rand, euro, pound or US dollar will buy more fun and luxury than anywhere else in Africa and the people are amongst the friendliest on the continent.”

Victoria Falls Fly In - 4 Days / 3 Nights Package 2010

Day 1
On arrival you will be met by Hedgehog Safaris representative and transferred from Victoria Falls Airport to hotel in Victoria Falls.

Zambezi River Cruise

In the afternoon you will be picked up from the hotel for a Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi River. The Zambezi River is the 4th largest in Africa after the Nile, Zaire and Niger respectively. The source is in North Western Zambia and flows approximately 2800km to its mouth in Mozambique into the warm Indian Ocean. The cruises are shaded and gently make their way upstream towards the National Park, usually accompanied by a brief talk about the River and its wildlife by your skipper. Relax and enjoy the riverine vegetation one of which is the Mulala Palm - a tall attractive palm tree that produces a vegetable ivory fruit that grows to the size of a cricket ball. The bird life is excellent while you cruise past hippo and occasionally crocodile. In the drier months, wildlife such as elephant and many antelope species can be seen grazing on the Riverbanks or swimming across to the smaller islands. The cruises last approximately 2 hours.

Overnight at hotel in Victoria Falls on Bed and Breakfast Basis

Day 2

AM Guided Falls Tour

After breakfast enjoy a guided Tour of The Falls. The Victoria Falls is one of the 7 natural wonders of the world and is arguably the greatest waterfall in the world. David Livingstone was the first European to visit the Falls and named it after Queen Victoria. The local name is perhaps more descriptive - Mosi oa Tunya (meaning the Smoke that Thunders). This spectacle occurs when the tranquil expanse of the Zambezi River plunges over a chasm 1708 metres wide and 103 metres deep, creating a shower of spray and a deafening noise. The tour lasts approximately 1.5 hours, guided by a courier through the Rainforest along a 1.7Km ramble. After a briefing and explanation of the Falls, the guide walks with the guests along the path, stopping at the numerous viewpoints to gaze at the Falls. AM or Pm trips.

The rest of the day is at leisure for optional activities.

Overnight at hotel in Victoria Falls on Bed and Breakfast Basis

Day 3

After breakfast Full Day Chobe Day Trip

Chobe Park in Botswana is renowned for its variety of wildlife and particularly the large herds of elephant that can often be seen, mainly in the high season. The safaris begin with a road transfer across the border at Kazangula (approximately 90 minutes from Victoria Falls). Your day includes a boat/pontoon cruise and game drive in open 4x4 vehicle, each activity usually lasting around 3 hours. Drinks and lunch are included. The day begins at 0730 hours from Victoria Falls, returning around 1700 hours depending on the time of year.

Evening Boma Dinner

In the evening you will be transferred to the Boma Restaurant, It is a cultural experience as well as a restaurant, situated in Gusu Bush near the Victoria Falls Safari Lodge. The Menu specialises in a range of traditional Zimbabwean dishes as well as a barbeque buffet so everyone’s tastes are catered for but also with the chance to try local delicacies such as mopani worms, game stews and traditional beer. Shangaan dancers and singers entertain you and the Restaurant has its own sangoma - a traditional storyteller. Join in the interactive drumming! The Restaurant is open from 7pm and dress is casual.

Overnight at hotel in Victoria Falls on Bed and Breakfast Basis

Day 4

Transfer to Victoria Falls Airport for departure flight.
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RATES 2010

All rates are Nett to Hedgehog Safaris, Zimbabwe. Minimum 2 pax.

VICTORIA FALLS RAINBOW HOTEL:

01/01/10-31/12/10: US$793 per person sharing with US$202 single room supplement

Extra night: US$92 per person sharing with US$64 single room supplement

Situated just 2km away from the mighty Victoria Falls, you can hear the roar of the Falls as you sit back and relax by the enticing pool. Rainbow Hotel has of 88 Air Conditioned rooms with enclosed balconies.

KINGDOM HOTEL:

01/01/10 - 31/12/10: US$932 per person sharing with US$295 single room supplement.
Extra night: US$132 per person sharing with US$113 single room supplement

Kingdom hotel, a modern tribute to Africa's ancient allure. Built around a man made lake, the Kingdom's cresting domes and pillars bridge the hazy divide between comfortable reality and extravagant fantasy. It has a total of 294 rooms comprising of Twin bedded rooms, Suites, Double rooms and twin bedded paraplegic rooms with inter-leading bedrooms.

VICTORIA FALLS HOTEL (standard room):

01/01/10 - 31/12/10: US$962 per person sharing with US$370 single room supplement.
Extra night: US$175 per person sharing with US$130 single room supplement

VICTORIA FALLS HOTEL (deluxe room):
01/01/10 - 31/12/10: US$992 per person sharing with US$395 single room supplement.
Extra night: US$195 per person sharing with US$155 single room supplement

Total number of guest rooms is 180. All are air-conditioned, sophisticated, cool and very comfortable in the grandest Colonial style. Providing 24-hour room service, personal room safe, bathrobes, umbrella for use during guest's stay, hairdryer, complimentary early morning tea/coffee, direct dial telephone, satellite TV including BBC World & CNN, mini-bars in suites

VICTORIA FALLS SAFARI LODGE:
01/01/10-31/12/10: US$1067 per person sharing with US$380 single room supplement
Extra night: US$190 per person sharing with US$130 single room supplement

Set high on a plateau which forms a natural boundary to the Zambezi National Park, Victoria Falls Safari Lodge enjoys uninterrupted views of unspoilt bush, spectacular African sunsets and on-site waterhole..
Victoria Falls Safari Lodge has 51 standard twin rooms and 10 of them have interconnecting doors and all are air conditioned. Suites also available.

INCLUDED
3 nights accommodation on BB
1 Sunset Cruise (including US$5 river usage fee)
1 Guided Tour Of The Falls (including US$20 entry fee)
Full Day Chobe Safari in Botswana, inc lunch and game drive
1 Boma Dinner
Return airport transfers from Victoria Falls Airport (Surcharge from Livingstone Airport U$20 per person)
M&G

EXCLUDED
Flights
Visa fees & departure tax
Gratuities
Optional activities
Other meals & drinks
Any other expenses of a personal nature.

Terms and Conditions
Payment to be made in full latest 30 days prior to travel for FIT’s and latest 60 days prior to date of travel for Groups (+10 pax). Confirmation of booking will only be made on full payment to Hedgehog Safaris.

Cancellation policy:

Cancellation after confirmation Loss of deposit
60 – 46 days prior to departure 20% of total cost
45 – 31 days prior to departure 50% of total cost
30 – 01 days prior to departure 100% of total cost

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