$5,749 to $7,406 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Arrival
Day 1
Settling into Lusaka
Settling into Lusaka
Arrive in Lusaka and ease gently into Africa with space to breathe and recover after international travel. This first night acts as a calm and reassuring buffer, giving children time to adjust to new surroundings and rhythms. It allows anticipation to build naturally, so that the transition into the bush feels smooth, unhurried, and full of quiet excitement for the adventure ahead.
- Main Destination:
- Lusaka (City)
- Accommodation:
- Lilayi Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2-5
Exploring the Lower Zambezi
Exploring the Lower Zambezi
Fly by light aircraft to the Lower Zambezi, where the river shapes each day. Settle into Baines’ River Camp and experience life on the water’s edge, where the Zambezi is your constant companion. Days unfold along forested banks and wide floodplains, with wildlife drawn to the river’s edge. Watch elephants wade across channels, hippos surface beside the boat, and fish eagles call overhead.
From Camp you can enjoy canoe safaris drifting quietly along hidden channels, guided walks through riverside woodland, relaxed boat cruises at sunset, catch and release fishing, and classic game drives. These activities are designed to engage younger travellers while still captivating adults with close, unhurried wildlife encounters. With four nights here, familiarity grows naturally, turning the bush into a place of comfort, connection, and deeper understanding rather than mystery.
- Main Destination:
- Lower Zambezi National Park
- Accommodation:
- Baines' River Camp
Wildlife in Lower Zambezi NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Back to Lusaka
Back to Lusaka
Return to Lilayi Lodge in Lusaka for one night between Baines’ River Camp and Victoria Falls at Waterberry Lodge. Set in peaceful bush surroundings, it offers time to rest, refresh, and reflect on river adventures while easing into the next stage of your journey.
- Main Destination:
- Lusaka (City)
- Accommodation:
- Lilayi Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7-10
Follow the Zambezi to Victoria Falls
Follow the Zambezi to Victoria Falls
Continue downstream to Livingstone, where the Zambezi widens and the journey shifts from immersion to awe. At Waterberry Lodge, enjoy tranquil river stays with guided boat cruises, canoeing on gentle channels, catch and release fishing, island picnics, birdwatching, and visits to local villages and markets. Sunset cruises offer golden views of the river, while mornings bring bird-rich breakfasts on the deck and time to relax in the gardens overlooking the Zambezi. Guests can also enjoy spa treatments, guided walks along the riverbank, and easy access to Victoria Falls for short excursions and cultural visits in Livingstone.
Victoria Falls offers scale and drama with mist drifting through rainforest and rainbows forming in afternoon light, balanced by calm moments on the river above the Falls. The area invites reflection, gentle adventure, and cultural insight, bringing the journey to a resonant close here.
- Main Destination:
- Victoria Falls (Zambia)
- Accommodation:
- Waterberry Zambezi Lodge – Waterberry Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 11
Heading Home
Heading Home
This family adventure through Zambia succeeds by giving children freedom to explore and parents the confidence to slow down. With thoughtful pacing, flexible guiding, and landscapes chosen for variety and safety, it transforms safari into a shared experience. The result is a journey that educates, inspires, and strengthens bonds, leaving families more connected to each other and to the wild places they have discovered together.
- Main Destination:
- Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport (Livingstone)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
