Best of Zambia
8 nights
Location | South Luangwa and Lower Zambezi, Zambia |
Group size | 2 plus |
Singles | Contact us |
Price | Contact us |
Experience the best of Zambia’s South Luangwa National Park and Lower Zambezi National park on this exciting 8 night itinerary which can be extended to include the famous Victoria Falls.
Luangwa Valley:
- Famous for its high concentrations of leopards, hippo, elephant and general wildlife.
- Sweeping riverine landscapes and verdant lagoons
- 400 bird species.
- Wonderful guiding and relaxed hospitality
- Dense ebony and leadwood forests plus centuries old baobabs
Lower Zambezi National Park:
- On the Zambezi opposite the famous Mana Pools
- Lion and wild dog sightings are excellent
- Boating and game drives
Our suggested guide – David Rogers
David Rogers is one of the most experienced photo guides in Africa and has been running photographic workshops since 2005. He has written books and run numerous lodges to Zambia which he regards as his second home.
Day 1: You will fly from Lusaka – Mfuwe
Day 2, 3, 4: Four nights South Luangwa National Park staying in an authentic olde-world camp experiencing one of the finest game viewing areas in Africa on game drives, night drives and on foot.
Day 4: Fly Mfuwe – Lusaka – Royal Airstip
Day 5, 6, 7 : You will finish with three nights in an authentic safari camp in Lower Zambezi National Park exploring the national park with its wonderful winter thorn forests by game drive and also exploring the river by boat with its abundant hippos and elephants.
Day 8: Royal Airstrip – Lusaka – Home/Onwards to Victoria Falls
As far as when to go, game viewing in the rivers and lagoons of South Luangwa are particularly good when the dry season takes hold but are always beautiful. In the Lower Zambezi area, the winter thorn tree forests are spectacular, while elephants are drawn to the area particularly towards September and November.
Includes:
- Accommodation
- Activities
- All meals (including unique bush breakfasts)
- Local drinks
- Flights from Lusaka to Lower Zambezi and South Luangwa
- Excellent guiding
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