Quest Lodges and Safari

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$2,189 pp (USD)

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Arrival in Zambezi

Arrival in Zambezi

Day begins with your arrival in Lusaka, where you are warmly welcomed and assisted through airport formalities. You will then take a short flight to the Lower Zambezi region, followed by a scenic road transfer to Kiambi Lodge, set along the riverbanks. After check-in, enjoy your first game drive, exploring the surrounding wilderness and spotting wildlife in their natural habitat. Return to the lodge in the evening for a delicious dinner, relaxing as the sounds of the African bush set the tone for your adventure.

Main Destination:
Lower Zambezi National Park
Best Time To Visit July to October (Animals are easy to find)
High Season July to September (Busy and high-season rates apply)
Best Weather April to August (Cooler and it hardly ever rains)

Wildlife in Lower Zambezi NP

ElephantAbundant
LionCommon
LeopardCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraCommon
HippoAbundant
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HyenaOccasional
Wild DogOccasional
Accommodation:
Kiambi Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located outside Lower Zambezi NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Canoeing

Canoeing

The begins with an early morning canoeing adventure along the pristine Zambezi River, offering a unique, up-close perspective of the Lower Zambezi’s wildlife. Glide quietly past hippos, elephants, and abundant birdlife, while your expert guides point out tracks and signs of animals along the riverbanks. Midway, stop at a local riverside village for a cultural tour, meeting the community and learning about their daily life and traditions. Enjoy a scenic picnic lunch set on the riverbank, surrounded by the sounds of the bush and flowing water. After lunch, continue your canoe journey, exploring hidden channels and spotting more wildlife in remote areas only accessible by water. As the day ends, your mobile tented camp is ready along the riverbank, offering comfort while keeping you immersed in nature. Gather around for a delicious dinner under the stars, sharing stories of the day’s encounters, and fall asleep to the gentle sounds of the river and African wilderness.

Main Destination:
Lower Zambezi National Park
Accommodation:
Kiambi Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located outside Lower Zambezi NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

More of Canoeing

More of Canoeing

The day starts with another early morning canoeing expedition, taking you deeper into the untouched waterways of the Lower Zambezi. Drift silently along the river as wildlife awakens, spotting elephants drinking, hippos surfacing, and a variety of birds in the reeds. After a riverside breakfast at the mobile camp, continue exploring hidden channels and secluded spots, with opportunities for photography and wildlife tracking. Stop mid-morning for a short bush walk along the riverbank, guided by your expert rangers, to learn about local flora, fauna, and animal signs. Enjoy a picnic lunch in a scenic riverside location before resuming your canoeing adventure in the afternoon, soaking in the peaceful wilderness and occasional wildlife sightings. Return to your mobile tented camp as the sun sets, then relax with a hearty dinner under the stars, reflecting on the day’s intimate encounters with Africa’s wild riverscape.

Main Destination:
Lower Zambezi National Park
Accommodation:
Kiambi Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located outside Lower Zambezi NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Departure

Departure

Day4 breakfast then departure

Day 4 begins with a final breakfast at your mobile riverside camp, savoring the peaceful sounds of the Zambezi and the surrounding wilderness. After breakfast, you will break camp and prepare for departure. Transfers take you back to the Royal Airport, where you catch your onward flight, carrying unforgettable memories of canoeing through pristine waterways, close wildlife encounters, and the immersive beauty of the Lower Zambezi—a perfect conclusion to your unique river safari adventure.

Main Destination:
Lusaka (City)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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Disclaimer

  • This tour is offered by Quest Lodges and Safari, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
  • Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. If flights cost more, your quote will reflect this.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
  • This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Quest Lodges and Safari.