$11,251 to $14,268 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Arrival
Day 1
Touching Down in Lusaka
Touching Down in Lusaka
Arrive in Lusaka and pause before the wilderness calls. This first night offers space to rest, recover, and adjust after international travel, helping you feel refreshed and present. It creates a calm, unhurried transition so the safari experience begins grounded and with ease.
- Main Destination:
- Lusaka (City)
- Accommodation:
- Latitude 15°
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2-4
Entering the Luangwa Valley
Entering the Luangwa Valley
Fly into South Luangwa and arrive beside a quiet bend of the Luangwa River at Mchenja Bush Camp, where wildlife movement is constant, and encounters feel close and immediate. This stretch of riverine forest is known for elephants crossing at dusk and predators moving confidently along open banks, with frequent leopard sightings and hippos gathered in deep channels. Safari here is intimate, with short distances, lingering sightings, and a strong sense of proximity to the land.
From Mchenja Bush Camp, explore on expertly guided walking safaris that reveal the bush at ground level, and game drives that track wildlife through changing light from dawn to night. Seasonal night drives offer a chance to see nocturnal species, while bush picnics and riverside breakfasts bring long pauses in wild settings. Evenings are marked by open air dinners under the stars and the sounds of the river nearby, creating a rhythm that feels both wild and deeply personal.
- Main Destination:
- South Luangwa National Park
- Accommodation:
- Time + Tide Mchenja
Wildlife in South Luangwa NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5-7
Deepening Perspective in South Luangwa
Deepening Perspective in South Luangwa
Remain within South Luangwa but shift further upriver to Kakuli Bush Camp, where the landscape opens into wider floodplains and long views across the valley. This area encourages a broader understanding of the ecosystem, with longer game drives that explore varied habitats and reveal shifting wildlife patterns through changing terrain and light. The experience feels expansive rather than intimate, adding depth to your journey through the valley.
From camp, guided walking safaris bring close attention to tracks, plants, and river life along the Luangwa, while boat trips on the river offer a different perspective of hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife. Sundowner drives pause in open spaces as the sky deepens in colour, and night drives reveal the activity of nocturnal species. Evenings at camp are relaxed, with time around the fire and open-air dining that connects you to the sounds and rhythms of the bush.
- Main Destination:
- South Luangwa National Park
- Accommodation:
- Time + Tide Kakuli
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8-11
Following the Zambezi
Following the Zambezi
Travel south by light aircraft to the Lower Zambezi and Chongwe River Camp, where escarpments rise behind broad river channels and the pace shifts once more. Set at the meeting point of the Chongwe and Zambezi rivers, the camp offers a blend of water and land based safari. Canoe safaris drift quietly past elephants and hippos, while guided boat cruises explore hidden channels rich with birdlife. Afternoon game drives trace the riverbanks as wildlife gathers to drink, and walking safaris reveal tracks, plants, and smaller details of the ecosystem.
At camp, guests can also enjoy catch and release fishing, sunset river cruises, and relaxed time in riverside hides watching wildlife at close range. Evenings are spent around the fire or dining under open skies, as the river reflects the fading light. This final stage widens the lens, offering contrast and balance after the intensity of the Luangwa, and a peaceful sense of completion to the journey.
- Main Destination:
- Lower Zambezi National Park
- Accommodation:
- Time + Tide Chongwe Camp
Wildlife in Lower Zambezi NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 12
Start your Journey Home
Start your Journey Home
This luxury journey through Zambia is defined by progression. Each location builds on the last, and each landscape offers a new way of seeing. By pairing exceptional wildlife regions with thoughtful transitions and quiet, well-judged comfort, it delivers depth without excess. The result is a safari that feels assured and complete, leaving travellers with a layered understanding of Zambia and a lasting connection to its wild heart.
- Main Destination:
- Lusaka (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
