18-Day Liuwa, Kafue & Kasanka Expedition

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

Livingstone

You arrive at Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport in Livingstone and transfer to Maramba River Lodge. Today there is no scheduled activity, giving you a relaxing, unrestricted afternoon. After check-in, unwind in the serene riverside setting, perhaps enjoy a book on the shaded veranda or a stroll along the lodge grounds, where birdsong fills the air. The lodge’s lush gardens overlook the Zambezi River, offering a peaceful atmosphere to decompress after your travels. Dinner at the lodge restaurant will be at your own cost, with a menu featuring local flavors and international options.

Main Destination:

Livingstone (City)

Accommodation:

Maramba River Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Mosi-oa-Tunya NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinks not included

Transfer to Sioma

After a hearty breakfast, we pack up and hit the road for Sioma Ngwezi. We drive through scenic landscapes, stopping for photo moments and breaks as needed. We reach the community campsite near the reserve, where welcoming hosts show us to shaded pitches and basic amenities. Campfire aromas rise as we settle in, share stories, and enjoy hot tea. All meals are included, featuring hearty Zambian staples. The following day, we embark on a village and falls tour, learning about local culture, customs, and the spectacular falls.

Main Destination:

Ngonye Falls (Highlight)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Liuwa plains national park

After breakfast, we pack our luggage and head toward Liuwa Plains National Park, camping at Katoyana Campsite. On arrival, there is no scheduled activity, so you can settle into the shaded pitches, check the facilities, and unwind to the whisper of grasses and distant wildlife. The next day includes two exciting game drives—one morning and one afternoon—to maximize sightings of Liuwa’s legendary plains fauna. We’ll pause in Mongu City to stock groceries and fresh produce. All meals are provided, from hearty breakfasts to comforting dinners under the stars.

Main Destination:

Liuwa Plain National Park

Best Time To Visit November (Animals gather on the plain)

High Season Never (The park is rarely visited)

Best Weather April to August (Cooler and little rain)

Wildlife in Liuwa Plain NP

LionCommon

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaCommon

CheetahOccasional

BuffaloOccasional

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Wild DogVery Rare

ElephantNone

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LeopardNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Liuwa Plain NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Morning and afternnon game drive

There will be 2 game drives in a day, morning and afternoon game drives in the plains best for wildebeest migration and more chances to see different species of birds. Walking safari will be done inside the park with a scout and a bird guide. This tour will be guided with a local and experience guide. All meals will be provided.

Main Destination:

Liuwa Plain National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Liuwa Plain NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Morning and afternoon game drive

There will be 2 game drives in a day, morning and afternoon game drives in the plains best for wildebeest migration and more chances to see different species of birds. Walking safari will be done inside the park with a scout and a bird guide. This tour will be guided with a local and experience guide. All meals will be provided.

Main Destination:

Liuwa Plain National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Liuwa Plain NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Walking and afternoon game drive

There will be 2 game drives in a day, morning and afternoon game drives in the plains best for wildebeest migration and more chances to see different species of birds. Walking safari will be done inside the park with a scout and a bird guide. This tour will be guided with a local and experience guide. All meals will be provided.

Main Destination:

Liuwa Plain National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Liuwa Plain NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer to Mongu city

After breakfast, we pack our luggage and drive to Mongu City and stop at a mall to stock up on our groceries for Kafue National Park. We camp at Mutoya Campsite along the Barotse Plains. On this day, there will be no activities. All meals are included.

Main Destination:

Mongu (City)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer to kafue NP

After breakfast, we pack our luggage and drive to the central park of Kafue National Park and camp at Royce Campsite along the Kafue River. On the day of arrival, there will be no activity. There will be 2 game drives a day, morning and afternoon. All meals will be provided.

Main Destination:

Kafue National Park

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

High Season July to October (Higher rates apply; busier)

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

Wildlife in Kafue NP

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

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WildebeestOccasional

HyenaOccasional

Wild DogOccasional

CheetahRare

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Kafue NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Morning and afternoon game drive

Begin the day with an early morning game drive, when wildlife is most active and the park comes alive with sounds and movement. After returning to camp for breakfast and some rest, head out again in the afternoon for another game drive, offering further opportunities to encounter a wide variety of animals and birdlife. These drives allow you to experience different habitats within the park and enjoy changing light conditions, making for rewarding wildlife viewing throughout the day.

Main Destination:

Kafue National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Kafue NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer to Itezhi-Tezhi Dam

After breakfast, we pack our luggage and drive to southern part of Kafue np and camp at new Kalala Campsite along Itezhi-Tezhi Dam in the southern part of Kafue. along the way we will be doing game drive. Two game drives every day (morning and afternoon game drives) inside the park. All meals are included.

Main Destination:

Kafue National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Outside Kafue NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Morning and afternoon game drive

After breakfast, we pack our luggage and drive to southern part of Kafue np and camp at new Kalala Campsite along Itezhi-Tezhi Dam in the southern part of Kafue. Two game drives every day (morning and af ternoon game drives) inside the park. All meals are included.

Main Destination:

Kafue National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Outside Kafue NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer to Lusaka

After breakfast, we pack our luggage and drive to Lusaka and we will lodge lukasa BnB. We will stock up on groceries in Lusaka, and there will be no activities on this day. Dinner at your own cost in the restaurant; lunch will be provided on the way.

Main Destination:

Lusaka (City)

Accommodation:

Lukasa BnB

• Mid-range guest house located in Lusaka (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer to mkushi

After breakfast, we pack our luggage and drive to Mukushi in northern part of zambia and lodge at Fika, we will stop in kabwe town to add up our groceries because they will be no malls or big market. Dinner in the restaurant at your own cost. There will be no activity on this day.

Main Destination:

Mkushi (Town)

Accommodation:

Fika Lodge

• Budget lodge located near Mkushi (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Kasanka national park

After breakfast we pack and drive to Kasanka National Park for an immersive fruit-bat migration experience. Afternoons include guided walking safaris through woodland and swamps, spotting antelope, birds and unique flora. Evenings feature the spectacular bat emergence at dusk — millions of straw-coloured fruit bats leaving the roost in a thunderous, swirling cloud. Comfortable lodging, expert guides, and all meals included; nights are peaceful under bush skies.

Main Destination:

Kasanka National Park

Best Time To Visit October to December (Bat migration)

High Season October to December (The park gets busy)

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

Wildlife in Kasanka NP

HippoCommon

ElephantOccasional

BuffaloOccasional

LeopardVery Rare

ZebraRare

HyenaVery Rare

Show more

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

CheetahNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Kasanka NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Morning and afternoon

Kasanka National Park for an immersive fruit-bat migration experience. Afternoons include guided walking safaris through woodland and swamps, spotting antelope, birds and unique flora. Evenings feature the spectacular bat emergence at dusk — millions of straw-coloured fruit bats leaving the roost in a thunderous, swirling cloud. Comfortable lodging, expert guides, and all meals included; nights are peaceful under bush skies.

Main Destination:

Kasanka National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Kasanka NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Morning and afternoon

Kasanka National Park for an immersive fruit-bat migration experience. Afternoons include guided walking safaris through woodland and swamps, spotting antelope, birds and unique flora. Evenings feature the spectacular bat emergence at dusk — millions of straw-coloured fruit bats leaving the roost in a thunderous, swirling cloud. Comfortable lodging, expert guides, and all meals included; nights are peaceful under bush skies.

Main Destination:

Kasanka National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Kasanka NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Mukushi town

After breakfast we pack our luggage and drive to Mukushi, arriving in time to settle into Fika Lodge for an overnight stay. The afternoon is at leisure — relax by the lodge, enjoy the grounds, or rest in your comfortable room; there are no scheduled activities today. Dinner is available in the lodge restaurant at your own cost. Overnight at Fika Lodge before continuing to Lusaka the following morning.

Main Destination:

Mkushi (Town)

Accommodation:

Fika Lodge

• Budget lodge located near Mkushi (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour

After breakfast we pack our luggage and drive to Lusaka, stopping en route for a quick lunch. After the break we continue to Lusaka Airport for your onward flight. This marks the end of your safari — safe travels and thank you for joining us. The end of tour.

Main Destination:

Lusaka (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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