$10,442 to $11,102 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Into the Luangwa, Arrival in Zambia's Most Game-Rich Valley
Into the Luangwa, Arrival in Zambia's Most Game-Rich Valley
On arrival into Lusaka International Airport, you are met by a Robin Pope Safaris representative and assisted onto your light aircraft flight to Mfuwe. The flight takes around an hour and offers your first glimpse of Zambia’s wilderness from above.
At Mfuwe, your guide meets you for a game drive transfer into the Nsefu Sector of South Luangwa National Park, an area known for its rich wildlife and low vehicle density. Tena Tena is one of only two camps in this exclusive sector, set on a sweeping bend of the Luangwa River.
After settling into your tent, lunch is served beneath a magnificent mahogany tree, followed by time to rest before your first afternoon and evening game drive.
- Main Destination:
- Lusaka (City)
- Accommodation:
- Tena Tena Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Exploring the Nsefu Sector, Classic Game Drives and Riverine Wildlife
Exploring the Nsefu Sector, Classic Game Drives and Riverine Wildlife
After breakfast around the campfire, you head out to explore the Nsefu Sector in more depth. Morning and afternoon game activities reveal a mosaic of habitats, from riverbanks to open plains and ebony groves.
Depending on the season, we highly recommend an all day picnic drive, allowing you to range further afield and experience a full day immersed in the park.
- Main Destination:
- South Luangwa National Park
- Accommodation:
- Tena Tena Camp
Wildlife in South Luangwa NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3-4
Freedom to Roam, Walking Safaris, Remote Drives and Cultural Encounters
Freedom to Roam, Walking Safaris, Remote Drives and Cultural Encounters
These days are yours to shape, with activities planned around your interests and the prevailing conditions. Options include classic game drives, guided walking safaris through the ebony forest, or venturing further afield into quieter areas of the park.
For those keen to add a cultural dimension, visits to Kawaza Village or Tribal Textiles can be arranged, offering insight into local life and craftsmanship. Nothing here is fixed, your guide works with you to create the most rewarding days possible.
- Main Destination:
- South Luangwa National Park
- Accommodation:
- Tena Tena Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Across Zambia by Air, From Luangwa to the Zambezi River
Across Zambia by Air, From Luangwa to the Zambezi River
This morning you fly from South Luangwa to the Lower Zambezi, landing at Jeki Airstrip. From here, you transfer to your chosen camp, either Kutali Camp or Chula Island Camp, both operated by the excellent Tusk and Mane team.
Set along the Zambezi River, these camps embrace a rustic, fly camping style that places you right at the heart of the landscape.
- Main Destination:
- Lower Zambezi National Park
- Accommodation:
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Chula Island Camp
Wildlife in Lower Zambezi NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6-7
Land and Water Safaris, Walking, Canoeing and the Lower Zambezi Escarpment
Land and Water Safaris, Walking, Canoeing and the Lower Zambezi Escarpment
You have three full days to explore the Lower Zambezi, an area defined by its dramatic escarpment and the life giving presence of the river. Activities focus on walking safaris, complemented by game drives, boating and canoeing.
This blend of land and water based experiences offers a different perspective on wildlife, from elephants wading through the river to predators moving along the banks at dusk. Guiding here is a standout feature, with passionate teams who know the area intimately.
- Main Destination:
- Lower Zambezi National Park
- Accommodation:
- Chula Island Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8-10
The Busanga Plains, Big Skies, Predators and the Heart of Kafue
The Busanga Plains, Big Skies, Predators and the Heart of Kafue
After breakfast and farewells, you are driven through the park to the airstrip for your flight into Kafue National Park. Landing at Lufupa Airstrip, you transfer to your chosen camp, either Musekese Camp or Ntemwa Busanga Camp.
Musekese Camp offers an intimate, personalised safari experience with a strong sense of place, while Ntemwa Busanga Camp is perfectly positioned for exploring the southern Busanga Plains, a haven for wildlife photography.
The Busanga Plains are renowned for their high density of predators, including the famous swamp lions, as well as excellent sightings of cheetah and leopard. Birdlife is outstanding, particularly during the dry season when water birds congregate in large numbers.
- Main Destination:
- Kafue National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ntemwa-Busanga Camp
Wildlife in Kafue NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 11
Final Morning in the Wild, Return to Lusaka
Final Morning in the Wild, Return to Lusaka
After breakfast and a final morning activity, if time allows, you transfer back to Lufupa Airstrip for your flight to Lusaka, connecting onwards to your international departure. Your safari through Zambia’s wild heart comes to an end.
- Main Destination:
- Lusaka (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
