Discover Africa Safaris

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$10,900 to $13,490 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

Arrival in South Luangwa National Park

Arrival in South Luangwa National Park

Your safari starts at Lusaka airport. On arrival, you'll connect with the scheduled flight to Mfuwe Airstrip. You'll meet with your ranger and transfer to the camp where you will spend the next 4 nights exploring this incredible and diverse area. You'll arrive at Chinzombo, located across from the National Park, in one of the most game-rich areas of South Luangwa National Park. You'll take a boat across the river with your experienced guide for a game drive, safari walk, or boat cruise (seasonal) to catch sight of lions, leopards, and other predator action. Your stay includes your meals, selected beverages, laundry, and all scheduled shared activities.

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:
Time + Tide Chinzombo
  • Luxury lodge located inside South Luangwa NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 2-4

South Luangwa National Park Exploration

South Luangwa National Park Exploration

You'll have three full days to explore this untouched wilderness area. This area is renowned for its walking safari, which allows you to view wildlife close-up under the supervision of professional and knowledgeable armed guides. Nearby, a wildlife hide overlooks a lively oxbow lagoon—perfect for photography. Your days will be filled with amazing game-viewing experiences. You'll be back at the lodge. You can lounge on the riverfront sun deck with a book from the open-air library. You will enjoy dinner under the stars, made with fresh produce. Sip a drink around the fire pit suspended high atop the river bank.

Main Destination:
South Luangwa National Park
Accommodation:
Time + Tide Chinzombo
  • Luxury lodge located inside South Luangwa NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 5

Flight to Lower Zambezi National Park

Flight to Lower Zambezi National Park

Today you'll bid the South Luangwa farewell as you head to your next destination, the Lower Zambezi National Park. You will be transferred to Mfuwe airstrip and then be flown to the airstrip where you will then be transferred to Chongwe River Camp, your home for the next three nights. The small number of camps in Lower Zambezi National Park keeps it free from overcrowding. The area is best known for its impressive variety of safari activities —you'll enjoy drives to walking safaris, take to the rivers on a boat cruise or canoeing safari, or try your hand at tiger fishing.

Main Destination:
Lower Zambezi National Park
Best Time To Visit July to October (Animals are easy to find)
High Season July to September (Busy and high-season rates apply)
Best Weather April to August (Cooler and it hardly ever rains)

Wildlife in Lower Zambezi NP

ElephantAbundant
LionCommon
LeopardCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraCommon
HippoAbundant
Show more
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogOccasional
Accommodation:
Time + Tide Chongwe Camp
  • Luxury tented camp bordering Lower Zambezi NP without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 6-7

Lower Zambezi National Park

Lower Zambezi National Park

The Lower Zambezi National Park is the newest of Zambia’s exceptional, undeveloped wildlife areas. Most activities are concentrated along the Zambezi as this is what draws the animals and aside from game drives and walking safaris, the area offers canoe trips and tiger fishing. Your stay includes all your meals, selected beverages, and a range of activities: game drives (day and night), walking safaris, cultural visits, canoeing (seasonal), and boat cruises (seasonal).

Main Destination:
Lower Zambezi National Park
Accommodation:
Time + Tide Chongwe Camp
  • Luxury tented camp bordering Lower Zambezi NP without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 8

Livingstone

Livingstone

You'll enjoy your last breakfast in the wilderness, and transfer to the airstrip for your flight to Livingstone, via Lusaka. On arrival at the airport, you will be transferred to the luxurious Tongabezi Lodge where you will spend two nights to relax, but also to enjoy this wonderful spot on the mighty river. A wide range of activities are on offer during your stay at Tongabezi. You will marvel at the mighty Victoria Falls, take an early morning game drive around the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, drift down the Zambezi River on a sunset boat cruise, or indulge in a romantic sampan dinner floating out on the river.

Main Destination:
Livingstone (City)
Accommodation:
Tongabezi Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located just outside Mosi-oa-Tunya NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 9

Smoke That Thunders

Smoke That Thunders

You can choose to be active or to relax before your flight back home. There is no set itinerary so you are free to do as much or as little as you wish. You can book every inclusive excursion at a time that fits perfectly with your lifestyle. Delectable meals can be savored in one of three open-air dining decks or the privacy of your cottage or house. A shimmering swimming pool mimics the colors of the Zambezi and invites you to cool off.

* Note that park fees are payable directly at the lodge, depending on the activities you choose.

Main Destination:
Livingstone (City)
Accommodation:
Tongabezi Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located just outside Mosi-oa-Tunya NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 10

Farewell

Farewell

It is time to say your goodbyes on this last day of the journey. After breakfast, you will be transferred to Livingstone Airport where you can then connect to your onward journey, or contact us to extend your safari.

Main Destination:
Livingstone Airport (Livingstone)
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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