An Amazing Adventure Amongst the Animals of the Savanna

Hotel

Your trip begins with a three-night stay at the Cascades lodge. Located in the heart of a private island and surrounded by the Zambezi, this little corner of paradise offers all the comforts of a high standard hotel. Enjoy a meal in the restaurant with fellow travellers! The lodge's open terrace offers an exceptional panoramic view of the surrounding nature.

The lodge has the following services and amenities:
• Terrace overlooking the rapids of the Zambezi River• Restaurant• Lounge bar• Loan of fishing equipment• Wifi connection (free)• Insecticide sprays• Flashlight• Laundry service (extra charge)

Your room

The lodge is made up of 8 bungalows of approximately 80 m², equipped with a king size double bed, a private swimming pool, a large terrace with deckchairs and a panoramic view of the river. All bungalows are air-conditioned and have a lounge area, a television, a kettle, an espresso machine, a minibar, 220 V sockets, a hair dryer, a bathroom with a bathtub and an outdoor shower.

Itinerary of your cruise

This extraordinary journey combines safaris and cruises in breathtaking landscapes. You will come across exotic animals on your travels that you had always imagined seeing! Spot the big five: the lion, the rhino, the buffalo, the elephant and the leopard. Discover cheetahs, wildebeest, hippos, warthogs and many bird species also.

The itinerary may be changed without prior notice due to technical or weather conditions.
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Frequently asked questions

• Can I book my flights or a stay, in addition to my safari cruise?

  YES!
  GlobeSailor is a travel agency. We are able to offer flights or accommodation to all our customers who embark on a cruise with us. Our tailor-made offers adapt to your needs and your budget.
  
  We have created two 100% customisable offers:
  - Serenity Service: Reservation of your plane tickets.
  - Extension Service: Reservation of your accommodation (hotel, lodge, villa...) and/or additional activities (excursions, guided tours, car rental...) to immerse yourself in the culture and traditions.
  
  Our expert advisers, knowledgeable about the destination, will send you their best proposals for your holidays.

• What documents are required for your trip?

  Please check travel documentation requirements with your resident authority. These links may be useful for you:
  US: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/SouthAfrica.html
  UK: https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/south-africa/entry-requirements
  AU: https://cibtvisas.com.au/destination/zaf/south-africa-visa

• What are the recommended vaccines for your stay?

  For your safari cruise there is no obligatory vaccination. However, it is advisable that travellers are up to date with the following vaccinations (diphtheria, tetanus, poliomyelitis, hepatitis A and B and typhoid fever).
  
  Antimalarial treatment and yellow fever vaccine are recommended, please check with your doctor.
  Concerning minors, the update of the diphtheria-tetanus-poliomyelitis (DTP) vaccination is recommended, plus rubella-mumps-measles (ROR) as well as tuberculosis. It is important to consult a doctor or an international vaccination center before departure.
  
  Please note, travellers from countries where yellow fever is endemic must present proof of their vaccination against this disease (up-to-date vaccination card, vaccination certificate) upon arrival at the airport or border post.

• Is everyone on board English-speaking?

  Please note that this cruise is not exclusive to English travelers. It is quite common to meet people of various nationalities on board as we offer cruises to international clientele - encouraging curious and enriching exchanges for both passengers and crew.
  Crew members are multilingual and qualified to offer multilingual service.

• What is the baggage allowance for this trip?

  Warning: baggage standards to be respected!
  
  This trip includes the use of private planes to transport you between Kasane (lodge) and Kariba (boat).
  The airline operating the journeys, using private planes, imposes several restrictions concerning the luggage transported, for reasons of aircraft capacity as well as for security reasons.
  
  You will find the list of these requirements below:

  Your baggage in the hold (1 per person maximum) must not weigh more than 20kg.

  It must respect the following dimensions: 60cm long x 40cm high x 30cm wide.

  It must be made of soft fabric. Hard-shell suitcases are not accepted.

  Luggage with wheels is accepted (2 wheels maximum per bag).

  Your cabin baggage and accessories must not weigh more than 3kg.

  
  If your baggage does not meet the above standards, the airline will be forced to refuse carriage. Your stay onboard the African Dream would take place without your personal items. You will also be responsible, at the end of your cruise and before taking your international flight, to return to the lodge at your own expense to collect your suitcase.

• Useful information :

  This safari cruise is not suitable for people with reduced mobility or with walking difficulties. There any many walks on rocky or sloping ground that are planned in the program.
  
  The cruise aboard the African Dream, as well as the stay at the CroisiEurope lodge, are entirely dedicated to the protected sites of Lake Kariba and Chobe National Park. Life onboard and at the lodge revolve around the discovery and observation of the wild animal inhabitants of the lake and the parks. Security conditions will be applied on site and must be followed, in particular the prohibition to move away from the lodge or the boat outside the planned excursions, this stay taking place in the heart of the wild nature with wild animals present.
  
  

  Most of the stay is at the junction of three countries, which involves frequent border crossings, which can take time. Our teams on site do their best to minimise the wait.

  The visit to the villages of Impalila Island includes a passage in front of the school on the island. If you wish, you can take school supplies in your luggage (notebooks, pencils, etc.). If, however, when you come, the school is closed for a weekend, public holiday or school vacation, you can leave the supplies on site and our lodge manager will bring them to the teachers when classes resume.

  Flights on the African continent are provided by South African Airways or another company operating these routes.

  Domestic flights to Lake Kariba will be provided by Central Air Transport Service, Safari Logistics or another company carrying out these connections.

  
  Note:
  The circuit may be modified depending on weather conditions.
  The order of visits may be modified or reversed.
  Wildlife sightings cannot be fully guaranteed.
  The helicopter flight is carried out depending on the weather conditions.
  Children under the age of 7 are not permitted on this safari cruise for safety reasons.

• What is the climate there?

  There are two seasons in South Africa, summer from November to March (between 22° and 35°C) and winter from April to October (between 12° and 20°C). Despite some temperature variations, the South African climate is generally mild all year round.
  Botswana, Zimbabwe and Namibia have a semi-arid subtropical climate with a temperature of 20° to 28°C. There are two seasons: summer from November to March and winter from April to October, where temperatures can drop to 0°C at night.

• What currencies are used?

  Before your departure, we advise you to bring US dollars. This currency is accepted across the four countries that you visit.
  
  Local currencies:
  South Africa: the rand – €1 = 20.95 ZAR*
  Botswana: the pula – €1 = 14.97 BWP*
  Namibia: the Namibian dollar – €1 = 20.83 NAD*
  Zimbabwe: the Zimbabwean dollar pegged to the US dollar - 1USD = 322 ZWL*
  
  *exchange rate on 26/02/2024

• What is the time difference in Southern Africa?

  In the austral winter, from April to September, there is +1 hour time difference compared to the UK.
  In austral summer, from October to March, + 2 hours compared to the UK.

• Guaranteed departure from 10 participants

  The realisation of your cruise is subject to a minimum number of 10 passengers. In the event that this minimum is not reached, your GlobeSailor adviser will contact you no later than 60 days before the date of your departure, in order to offer you a postponement of your cruise.

• What are the regulations to be made to confirm my reservation?

  To confirm your reservation, you must contact your GlobeSailor adviser who will make an option for you and collect your deposit. The reservation will only be considered final once your deposit has been received (by bank transfer, Paypal or credit card). The deposit is 50% of the amount of the reservation. A 100% deposit will be required for any reservation within one month of departure. The balance will be due no later than 45 days before the boarding date.