Exploration Africa Wildlife and Safaris

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$3,179 to $3,295 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 1-5

Arrival in Mfuwe

Arrival in Mfuwe

South Luangwa National Park is one of Africa’s premier wildlife destinations, known for rich biodiversity and pristine landscapes. Guests enjoy immersive walking safaris and exciting game drives, offering close encounters with elephants, leopards, and diverse birdlife along the Luangwa River. Perfect for authentic, up-close safari experiences.

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
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Outside South Luangwa NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6-8

Walking and game drive

Walking and game drive

North Luangwa National Park is one of Zambia’s most remote and pristine wilderness areas, known for its untouched landscapes and rich wildlife. It offers exceptional walking safaris led by expert guides, allowing close encounters with species like elephants, buffalo, and endemic wildlife in a truly wild, unspoiled setting.

Main Destination:
North Luangwa National Park
Best Time To Visit July to October (Animals are easier to find)
High Season July to October (The park is little visited)
Best Weather April to August (Cooler and it hardly ever rains)

Wildlife in North Luangwa NP

ElephantCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
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Black RhinoOccasional
LionOccasional
Wild DogOccasional
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside North Luangwa NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 9-11

Shoebill searching

Shoebill searching

Our journey continues to Bangweulu Wetlands, a vast and remote wilderness famous for sightings of the rare Shoebill. This unique ecosystem of swamps and floodplains offers a truly off-the-beaten-path experience, where guests explore by boat and on foot in search of this prehistoric-looking bird and other remarkable wetland wildlife.

Main Destination:
Bangweulu Wetlands
Best Time To Visit May to July (Shoebills and black lechwe)
High Season Never (The park is never busy)
Best Weather April to September (Cool and it hardly ever rains)

Wildlife in Bangweulu Wetlands

CheetahCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
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ElephantVery Rare
LionVery Rare
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Bangweulu Wetlands
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 12-14

Fruit bat migration

Fruit bat migration

Kasanka National Park is a hidden gem known for its lush wetlands and remarkable biodiversity. Famous for the seasonal bat migration, the park offers unforgettable sightings of millions of fruit bats at dusk. Guests also enjoy guided walking safaris, exploring forest trails and wetlands for a more intimate encounter with wildlife.

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
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LionNone
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Kasanka NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 15

End of tour

End of tour

After an unforgettable stay in Kasanka National Park, your journey concludes with a scenic transfer back to Lusaka. Enjoy your final views of Zambia’s landscapes as you head to the airport for your departure. This marks the end of a remarkable safari filled with diverse wildlife, immersive experiences, and lasting memories of Africa’s natural beauty.

Main Destination:
Lusaka (City)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other 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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  • This tour is offered by Exploration Africa Wildlife and Safaris, not SafariBookings.
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  • This group tour requires a minimum of 4 people to run.
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