A Zambian walking safari

9 days—A classic Zambian walking safari

$4711-5715 USD

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Safari summary

You'll be spending 8 nights in two of Zambia's greatest National Parks - experiencing some of the best walking safari's in Africa!

South Luangwa National Park
Bordering the Luangwa River, the northern and southern Luangwa National Parks contain some of the most breathtaking and untouched wilderness in Africa. As a result of this and the parks’ successful anti-poaching campaigns, the area has developed into a world-renowned wildlife haven. The South Luangwa National Park is renowned for its walking safari, which allows visitors to view elephant, hippo and even lion close-up under the supervision of professional and knowledgeable armed guides.

Lower Zambezi
Located on the Zimbabwean border in southern Zambia the Lower Zambezi National Park is known for its exceptional, undeveloped wildlife areas. It is known for its abundant game and a variety of different wildlife can be spotted such as hippos, buffalo, crocodiles, fish eagles and herds of elephants. The landscape features rugged unspoilt wilderness made up of vast floodplains scattered with woodlands. Visitors can look forward to an array of wonderful activities along the Zambezi including game drives, walking safaris, canoe trips and excellent tiger fishing.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	Game drives
	Activity level	Easy activity
	Best months	May, June, July, August, September, October
	Countries	Zambia
	Parks	Lower Zambezi South Luangwa

Fine details

Safari highlights

Boat, canoe, dhow, kayak, mokoro safari
Fishing
Night game drives

Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1/2 Today you will have a flight from Lusaka to Mfuwe where you will be met by Kafunta and transferred to the lodge. Here your activities are walking focused but there are also game drives and a photographic hide that you can enjoy. There is also a spa and hot spring if you fancy a bit of relaxation. [FI]

Day 3

Day 3/4 It is 3 hours today on a game drive to Island Bush Camp, here your only activities are walks and making the most of this remote location. [FI]

Day 5

Day 5 You will walk 7km today to Three Rivers Camp, your luggage will be transferred there for you. At the camp you can discover this area on foot and also by vehicle if you wish. [FI]

Day 6

Zambezi

Day 6/7/8 You will have a transfer of 2 hours to Mfuwe airport where you will meet your flight to Lusaka. You will then connect to a flight to Royal airstrip in Lover Zambezi, there you will be met and transferred to the camp. This area offers excellent walking as well as game drives, boat cruises and canoeing. [FI]