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12 Day Angola, Northern Explorer Tour
offered by supplier M19089 (view this supplier profile)
Key Information:
Tour Duration: 12
day(s)
Group Size: 6
- 12
people
Destination(s):
Angola
Specialty Categories:
Cultural Journey
Season: June - November
Airfare Included: No
Tour Customizable: No
Minimum Per Person Price: 4250 Pound Sterling (GBP)
Maximum Per Person Price: 4500 Pound Sterling (GBP)
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At Undiscovered Destinations Angola is at the heart of our program. A country determined to put its troubles behind and build a better future; we have been committed in supporting Angola from the outset of peace. Our Northern Explorer samples the very best of Angola; from the vibrant capital Luanda to remote waterfalls, stunning landscapes scattered with coffee plantations, a fabulous coastal drive as well as a stop at Kissama Game Park. Perhaps a striking ray of hope in a new dawn for Angola, the efforts to establish Kissama as an important wildlife conservation project should be applauded. Visitors will be encouraged to know that wildlife can now be spotted in ever greater numbers. The tour complements our exciting choice of itineraries in the south and for the first time gives travelers the opportunity to explore the wonders of Northern Angola. Although still pioneering and including a lot of travel over some of the worst roads in Africa, this tour will appeal to those looking for a slightly softer adventure. Being a hotel based trip; with no camping this is the perfect way to discover a hidden and most remarkable corner of Angola.
Your Itinerary:
Day 1: UK to Luanda. Overnight flight to Luanda arriving the next day
Day 2: Luanda. Arrival in Luanda and transfer to your comfortable 3*/4* hotel. Time to freshen-up before taking in some of the capital’s sights on a short city tour. Get to know your fellow travelers and our local team over a leisurely dinner. Overnight Luanda hotel.
Day 3: Luanda to Malange (8 hours). A full day drive to the east, passing little visited forests where we hope to catch sight of monkeys, as well as birds endemic to the area. Overnight Malange hotel.
Day 4: Kalandula Falls (6 hours). Today we will make an excursion to the Kalandula Falls (3 hours each way). As with much of this tour we pass through some of the most beautiful landscapes in Angola. Overnight Malange hotel.
Day 5: Malange to Cambambe (6 hours). Today we return to the west traveling via Pedras Negras to Cambambe. Site of a large hydroelectric dam, Cambambe supplies power to Luanda as well as irrigation water for the valley of the Kwanza River. Overnight hotel at the dam.
Day 6: Cambambe to Waku Kungo (5 hours). Today we travel directly south, passing through more amazingly beautiful landscape to Waku Kungo, the southernmost point of our tour. The journey will be fascinating as with all our tours in Angola, you will be amongst an elite group of pioneering travelers to explore this incredible country. Throughout you will have plenty of opportunity to meet the local people and learn about their culture and traditions. Overnight hotel Waku Kungo.
Day 7: Waku Kungo to Sumbe (6 hours). Probably one of the most scenic days of the trip, we head towards the Atlantic Coast passing through Gabela an area known for its endemic birds. This is also one of the main coffee growing regions and we will pass hills covered with plantations. Before reaching Sumbe we stop at the Cachoeiras Falls. Overnight hotel Cachoeiras Falls.
Day 8: Sumbe–Cabo Ledo (4 hours). We start our journey north, hugging the spectacular Atlantic coastline. We travel through the town of Porto Amboim before reaching our destination, Cabo Ledo. With its deserted, pristine beach, Cabo Ledo is a welcome break. Simply relax on the beach, take a swim or enjoy some of the finest seafood in Southern Africa. Overnight Cabo Ledo Beach Cabanas.
Day 9: Cabo Ledo–Kissama National Park (2 hours). After a couple of hours drive we enter the Kissama Game Park, home to a growing number of animals. We believe that Kissama is typical of the spirit of Angola and its proud people. It is at the forefront of the country’s wildlife regeneration efforts, thanks largely to a pioneering relief project known as Operation Noah’s Ark. The project seeks to rehabilitate the park by importing elephants from game reserves in South Africa and Botswana. The project has gone on to introduce zebras, ostrich, wildebeest and giraffe. Visitors may also be lucky to spot the indigenous palanca antelope that was thought to have been on the brink of extinction. Overnight Kissama National Park.
Day 10: Kissama National Park to Luanda (2 hours). The final leg of this amazing tour takes us back to the capital, once again following the beautiful coastline. En route we will be able to take in fine views of the Mussulo Islands located just south of Luanda and a popular weekend spot for the city’s residents. We check-in to a good 3*/4* hotel to enjoy our last night. It will be a good chance to reflect on what will have been a wonderful introduction to this incredible, unexplored country. Overnight Luanda hotel.
Day 11: Luanda Departure. Transfer to the international airport for your departure, arriving the UK the following day.
Day 12: UK Arrival.
Dates:
- Group Tours, Group Sizes – Minimum 6, Maximum 12:
* 8 November 2009 to 19 November 2009: £4,500
* 18 April 2010 to 29 April 2010: £4,500
* 5 September 2010 to 16 September 2010: £4,500 (subject to confirmation)
- Private Journeys (Weekly departures).
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Price Includes:
- International flights and pre-paid departure taxes
- All accommodation based on twin/double share
- All transport (4WD vehicles throughout) and transfers
- Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Park entrance fees
- An English speaking guide.
Price Excludes:
- Travel insurance
- Drinks
- Angolan Visa
- Single Supplement (Optional on group tours).
Note: On our group tours, there is no single supplement, we will match you with a roommate of the same gender. Our policy is to avoid supplements unless requested by you.
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Africa
Angola
Local Culture
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