Land and lake Safaris

Land and Lake Safaris 2012

Sapitwa soaring at (3001m), the highest point in Central Africa is achievable without any technical experience, a worthy goal

Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights

Day 1 - Arrive at Likhubula Forest Lodge. Initial briefing and 3D orientation. Depending on the time of arrival we can either take a warm up hike to Dziwe-Lankhalamba rock pools and falls (2 Hrs) or visit a near by rock pools (10 min) returning to the lodge before sunset. Detailed briefing after dinner. Overnight at Likhubula Forest Lodge. Hiking time (HT) 2Hrs.

Day 2 - We climb into Chisepho Valley and up the Chapaluka path. The route offers scenic views of the Likhubula and Thuchira Gorges. The overnight hut at Chisepho is newly built and beautifully positioned. (HT) 7Hrs.

Day 3 - After an “early birds breakfast” we ascent Sapitwa [the highest peak in South Central Africa], arriving at the summit by 0900 Hrs. Views are superb from this height. We return to Chisepho where a substantial lunch awaits. In the afternoon it’s a more gentle trek on to our overnight forest hut in the Tuchila basin. Sunset at Elephant head viewpoint. Overnight, Thuchira forest hut. HT: 8-9 hrs.

Day 4 - Descend to our pick up point at Tinyade Estate via the fairly shaded and well weathered Lukulezi path. Transfer by vehicle to Likhubula Forest Lodge. Expected time of arrival is 1300hrs. Debrief after lunch and a refreshing shower. HT: 6 hrs. End of Tour

Price includes: All meals, park fees, a professional guide, all porter fees, all lodge and mountain hut accommodation fees, vehicle transfer to start / end point, MCM guest membership fees and a small contribution to Nakhonyo and Mbewa village fund.

Excludes: Transfers to and from Likhubula, drinks and personal effects.