NEW - Discover Tanganyika Safaris

Lake Tanganyika offers a myriad of experiences, sites and activities. For the ultimate unique adventure, experience one of our Lake Discovery Safaris. In the true spirit of Africa we have designed a large wooden dhow to plough the waters of Zambia's Tanganyika.   L.V. Nyumfi is built entirely from natural materials and maintains the mystic that is part of this remote region. At 13 metres in length and a capacity to carry up to 10 people in comfort your trip will be the experience of a lifetime.

 

The boat has been fitted with a dive deck and ladder to ensure easy and safe access to the water, a large shaded wooden deck for relaxing, all safety equipment and a friendly crew.

Craig is your guide and host. With years of experience in Ecology (BSc), SCUBA diving (OWSI), Lake Tanganyika and Zambia, delve deeper into the experience

We are offering several itineraries based on various interests. Please enquire about scheduled trips not included here or build your own custom adventure.

  5 Night Lake Safaris

 

Encompassing Sumbu National Park, Kalambo falls, Cape Chaitika and Lufubu River. Activities include fishing, snorkelling, game walks, bird watching, hiking, cultural interactions.

The tour includes 3 nights accommodation at Ndole Bay Lodge and 2 nights accommodation at Isanga Bay Lodge. Ndole Bay is used as a base to explore Sumbu National Park and the surrounding areas.

 

Fishing, Kampasa Rainforest walk, night Kapenta fishing trip and game viewing are conducted from here. SCUBA diving is available at all locations. Isanga Bay is located near Kalambo Falls (2nd highest in Africa).

The first night involves an introduction and information session over welcome drinks at Isanga Bay Lodge. The next day either hike to Kalambo falls, relax on the beach or take a boat up the Kalambo River.

 

Spend another night at Isanga Bay and the next day travel to Ndole Bay Lodge.

 

Along the way the boat anchors at remote Cape Chaitika for a swim, dive or snorkel in the crystal clear waters. Learn the secrets about the multitude of colourful Cichlids underwater.

 

 

The following day is spent entirely within Sumbu National Park; start off with some fishing in the morning and a deep water swim.

 

Stop on a pristine white beach for lunch and a break.

In the afternoon travel further into the Park and go for a 2 hour walk to visit Kampasa Rainforest. Deep within the park this forest is home to significant wildlife numbers and has religious significance to the local people.

 

Spend another night at Ndole Bay and decide on the next day's activities. Go for a dive or snorkel at Cape Chipimbi and visit the remote village of Munshi where the boat builders of Tanganyika practice their craft.

 

Travel back to Ndole Bay Lodge under a vibrant sunset to enjoy a final night celebrated with a beach braii and fire.

Local drummers and a fireshow top off a perfect day.

 

 

 

 

Your last day is spent travelling back to Mpulungu via the Lufubu river Valley and Nangu headland. Spectacular scenery and a sail dotted lake pass the trip.

 

NOTE: Itineraries vary slightly with Ndole Bay departures.

 

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  4 Nights Sumbu National Park Experience

ENCOMPASSING NUNDO HEAD, KAMPASA RAINFOREST, LUFUBU RIVER AND CAPE CHAITIKA.

This tour concentrates on the wilderness that is Sumbu NP as seen from the Lake. The first night is spent at Ndole Bay Lodge in an en-suite room. Welcome drinks and an orientation session take place in the evening.
After breakfast the next morning travel along the pristine shoreline of the Park. Stop on a secluded beach within the park to camp for the night. Go for a short walk at Nundo Head in the evening visiting the balancing stones of the local Tabwa tribe, and come across game coming down for their evening drink.

 

Alternatively go for a dive at our newly discovered dive site "wonderland" and feed abundant Frontosa by hand. Experience the real Africa around a beach campfire and a delicious meal accompanied by the symphony of an African star filled night. Start early the next morning with a walk deeper into the NP to Kampasa rainforest, home to significant wildlife numbers including the elusive Sititunga antelope. Have lunch on board the boat while taking a scenic cruise to the other end of the NP spotting game along the way.

 

Set up camp several Kilometres up the Lufubu River in the dramatic Yendwe valley and take a short climb up the escarpment for spectacular views across the Lake and valley.

 

In the morning go for a swim or dive in the crystal clear waters off Cape Chaithika. Learn the secrets about the multitude of colourful Cichlids underwater. Travel back to Ndole Bay Lodge under a vibrant sunset for a final beach braii, local drummers and cold drinks.
 

NOTE: Itineraries vary slightly with Mpulungu departures.

 

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