Lake Kariba

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Kariba

Kariba (Town) Kariba is the major gateway to both Matusadona and Mana Pools National Parks. Many people fly here from Harare, Victoria Falls or Hwange and are then transferred by aircraft, boat or vehicle to their respective camps. This is a good place to meet Zimbabweans on vacation. Kariba Dam, one of the largest in Africa, is a short distance from town. Water sports (beware of crocodiles and hippos) and cruises on the lake are available. Accommodation - Tourist Class: Caribbea Bay Re¬sort, located on the shores of Lake Kariba, is a Sardinian-style resort with 81 rooms (some air-conditioned) with ensuite facili¬ties,

Siavonga

Siavonga Siavonga is a small village situated on Lake Kariba just west of Lake Kariba Dam. ACCOMMODATION - TOURIST CLASS: * Mauchinchi Bay Lodge is a 60-bed lodge with swimming pool. Boating and fishing are offered.

Lake Kariba

Lake Kariba Sunsets over the deep blue waters of island-doted Lake Kariba are rated among the most spectacular in the world. This, one of the largest man-made lakes on earth covering over 1970 square miles (5100 km2), was formed in 1958 by damming the Zambezi River. The lake is 175 miles (280 km) long and up to 20 miles (32 km) in width and is surrounded, for the most part, by untouched wilderness. When the dam was completed and the waters in the valley began to rise, animals were forced to higher ground, which quickly became islands soon to be submerged under

Chizarira National Park

Chizarira National Park This remote undeveloped park is situated on the Zambezi Escarpment overlooking the Zambezi Valley and the southern part of Lake Kariba. Chizarira covers 737 square miles (1910 km2) of wild, untouched bush with plateaus, deep gorges, thick woodlands and floodplains. Chizarira is a park for the adventurer more interested in experiencing the wilderness than in seeing huge herds or animals. Much of the park is heavily wooded. Walking *s allowed if accompanied by a fully licensed guide; this is the best way to explore this seldom-visited park. The best view of Lake Kariba and the Zambezi Valley is from Mucheni

Lake Tanganyika

Lake Tanganyika Lake Tanganyika Forms Much Of The Western Border Of Tanzania And Is Indeed An "Inland Sea." This Is The World's Longest Lake (446 Mi./714 Km.) And The World's Second Deepest Lake (Over 4700 Ft./1433 M.). Only Lake Baikal In Russia Is Deeper, At Over 5700 Feet (1738 M). More Than 400 Species Offish Inhabit Lake Tanganyika's Clear Waters. Easiest Access To The Lake In Tanzania Is By Flying To Kigoma.

Matusadona National Park

Matusadona National Park Situated on the southern shore of Lake Kariba and bounded on the east by the dramatic Sanyati Gorge and the west by the Umi River, this scenic 543-square-mile (1407 km2) park has an abundance of elephant, kudu, impala and buffalo — especially along the shoreline in the dry season (May-October). Other game includes lion, sable antelope, roan antelope and water-buck. Leopard are occasionally spotted in the Sanyati Gorge. Game viewing by boat near shore and walking safaris are popular. Fishing is excellent but beware of crocodiles. Several-day walking safaris and private tented safaris with profes¬sional guides are another great

Lake Natron Region

Lake Natron Region Lake Natron, Located Between The Ngorongoro Conser¬vation Area And The Kenya Border, Is A Shallow, Alkaline Lake Approximately 38 Miles Long And 15 Miles Wide (60 X 25 Km). This Remote Lake Is One Of East Africa's Largest Breeding Areas For Flamingos. South Of Lake Natron Is Oldoinyo Lengai, The Only Active Carbonatite Volcano In The World And Holy Mountain Of The Masai. This Steep Mountain Takes About 10 Hours To Climb And Return To Its Base. The Gol Mountains, Located Between Lake Natron And The Serengeti, Is An Interesting Area For Hiking.

Lake Bogoria National Reserve

Lake Bogoria National Reserve Lake Bogoria National Reserve, Located North Of Nakuru, Has Numerous Hot Springs And Geysers Along The Lake Shore. Thousands Of Flamingos Frequent This Alkaline Lake, As Do Greater Kudu On The Steep Slopes Of The Lake's Eastern And Southern Shores. Camping: Campsites Are Available With Few Or No Facilities

Lake Baringo

Lake Baringo Lake Baringo, A Freshwater Lake Located 20 Miles (32 Km) North Of Lake Bogoria, Is A Haven For A Colorful And Mixed Variety Of Birdlife (Over 400 Species Recorded) And A Sporting Center For Water Skiing, Fishing And Boating. The Early Morning Boat Ride Along The Lake Shore Is One Of The Finest Bird Watching Excursions I've Experienced. Hippo, Crocodile, Fishermen And Villages Along The Shore May Also Be Seen. Accommodation - Class A/B: * Island Camp Is A Very Peaceful Tented Camp Located In The Center Of Lake Baringo On 01 Kokwa Island. All Tents Have Private Facilities. Take A

Mana Pools National Park

Mana Pools National Park During the dry season, Mana Pools National Park has one of the highest concentrations of wildlife on the continent. The park is situated on the southern side of the Zambezi River downstream (northeast) of Lake Kariba. This 845-square-mile (2190 km2) park is uniquely charac¬terized by fertile river terraces reaching from the slow-moving Zambezi River inland for several miles. Small ponds and pools such as Chine Pools and Long Pool were formed as the river's course slowly drifted northward. Reeds, sandbanks, and huge mahogany and acacia trees near the river give way to dense mopane woodland to the park's