4-Day South Luangwa Luxury Wildlife Escape

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

Lusaka - South Luangwa National Park - Afternoon Game Drive

Upon arrival at Lusaka Airport, you will connect to a scheduled domestic flight to Mfuwe, the gateway to South Luangwa National Park. On landing, you will be welcomed by a professional safari guide and transferred to Kafunta River Lodge, an exclusive luxury lodge set inside the park, with opportunities for wildlife sightings en route. Lodge offers spacious en-suite chalets overlooking the Luangwa River, refined comfort, exceptional service, and highly experienced guides. After check-in, guests enjoy a leisurely lunch with river views, followed by time to relax and unwind after the journey. In the late afternoon, the safari experience begins with a guided game drive in the park, renowned for its rich wildlife density and pristine wilderness. Sightings may include elephants, giraffes, impala, puku, buffalo, and abundant birdlife. As the sun sets, guests pause for a scenic sundowner before returning to the lodge for a gourmet dinner and an overnight stay accompanied by the natural sounds.

Main Destination:

South Luangwa National Park

Best Time To Visit July to October (Animals are easy to find)

High Season July to October (Busy and high-season rates apply)

Best Weather April to August (Cooler and it hardly ever rains)

Wildlife in South Luangwa NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

LeopardCommon

BuffaloAbundant

HippoAbundant

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ZebraCommon

HyenaCommon

Wild DogOccasional

WildebeestRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

Kafunta River Lodge

• Luxury lodge bordering South Luangwa NP without fences

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

South Luangwa NP Walking Safari & Afternoon Game Drive

The day begins early with tea or coffee before setting out on a guided walking safari—South Luangwa National Park’s signature experience and one of Zambia’s most celebrated safari highlights. Accompanied by an expert professional guide and armed scout, guests explore the bush on foot, learning to interpret animal tracks, identify plants and insects, and recognize bird calls, gaining a deeper appreciation of the ecosystem. This intimate encounter offers a rare and immersive perspective of the African wilderness. After the walk, return to the lodge for a hearty breakfast, followed by leisure time to relax, swim, or enjoy wildlife viewing from camp. Lunch is served at the lodge, with time to rest during the heat of the day. In the late afternoon, head out on a game drive as temperatures cool, focusing on predators such as lions and leopards, which are frequently sighted in the area. Dinner is served back at camp, with an overnight stay at the luxury Kafunta River Lodge.

Main Destination:

South Luangwa National Park

Accommodation:

Kafunta River Lodge

• Luxury lodge bordering South Luangwa NP without fences

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Morning & Afternoon Game Viewing - Optional Night Safari

Following an early breakfast, guests depart on a sunrise game drive—one of the best times to encounter predators returning from nocturnal hunts. South Luangwa is renowned for excellent leopard sightings, as well as large herds of elephant and buffalo along the Luangwa River. A picnic breakfast may be enjoyed at a scenic spot within the park before continuing with game viewing. Late morning and midday are spent back at the lodge at leisure, with time to relax and enjoy lunch overlooking the river or nearby waterholes frequented by hippos and abundant birdlife. In the late afternoon, guests set out on another game drive, exploring different areas of the park and soaking up the golden light of sunset. After dinner, an optional night safari offers the chance to spot nocturnal species such as genets, civets, bush babies, owls, and hunting leopards. Dinner and Overnight at the Kafunta River Lodge. (Luxury Private Chalets).

Main Destination:

South Luangwa National Park

Accommodation:

Kafunta River Lodge

• Luxury lodge bordering South Luangwa NP without fences

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

South Luangwa NP-Final Safari & Departure to Lusaka

The final day begins with an optional short morning game drive or guided walk, providing a last opportunity to capture sunrise photographs and savor the quiet beauty of the bush. You will return to the lodge for a relaxed breakfast, with time to freshen up before departure. After check-out, a scheduled transfer takes guests to Mfuwe Airstrip for the domestic flight back to Lusaka. This brings to a close an immersive South Luangwa safari experience, thoughtfully combining game drives, walking safaris, and authentic wilderness encounters. For those continuing their journey, seamless connections can be arranged to international departures or onward extensions such as Victoria Falls or Lower Zambezi National Park. The itinerary concludes with lasting memories of Zambia’s premier wildlife destination and its exceptional biodiversity.

Main Destination:

Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (Lusaka)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

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