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- 13-day trip
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Zambia travel | Luxury travel unique Zambia
On this luxury, tailor-made trip through Zambia, you will visit Victoria Falls, Kafue National Park, Lower Zambezi and South Luangwa. You will travel by domestic flights and private transfers and stay in small-scale lodges in remote locations. This luxury trip is all about exclusivity, with safaris without other vehicles and personal guidance throughout. You will start at Victoria Falls and then travel to Kafue, where you will safari by vehicle and on foot in areas with large groups of buffalo and predators. In Lower Zambezi you will explore the river by boat and canoe, seeing elephants and hippos along the banks. In South Luangwa, you will go out with a guide for walking safaris and night safaris, actively following animals rather than just observing them. Your accommodation, transfers and park entrances are pre-determined. This luxury trip is fully customised, so you will travel in complete exclusivity and not have to arrange anything yourself.
Travel programme
Travel overview
- Day 1 – 2 Flight to Zambia
- Days 3–5 Safari in Kafue National Park
- Days 6–8 Boat safaris in Lower Zambezi National Park
- Days 9–12 Spot wildlife in South Luangwa National Park
- Day 13 Departure from Zambia
Air travel to Zambia
After an intercontinental flight, you will arrive in Zambia. Upon arrival at Livingstone Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our local representative. Following the welcome, a transfer will take you to your accommodation. You will be staying at Tongabezi Lodge for the next few days. This delightful accommodation offers a fantastic view over the Zambezi River. A little further on, the waters of this mighty river plunge some 100 metres. These are the world-famous Victoria Falls. This is the area’s absolute highlight and is certainly well worth a visit.
There are many activities you can enjoy in the area around the falls. You can, of course, visit the falls themselves, but it is also possible, for example, to take a helicopter flight over the falls or go on a sunset dinner cruise on the Zambezi.
Included:
• Meet & Greet on arrival
• Transfer to your accommodation
• Accommodation on a full-board basis, including activities organised by the lodge
Exclusive:
• Intercontinental flight
Safari in Kafue National Park
After your breathtaking visit to the waterfalls, it’s time to travel to your next destination. You will first be taken to the airport, where your flight to Lusaka, the capital of Zambia, is already waiting for you. Upon arrival in Lusaka, you will be met and taken to Kafue National Park. The journey will take around 5 hours. Enjoy everything you come across along the way, from local villages to the stunning landscapes. When you arrive at your accommodation, you’ll have the chance to relax by the pool and unwind after a long day of travelling.
During your stay in Kafue National Park, you’ll have the chance to take part in various safari activities. Kafue is Zambia’s largest and oldest national park, offering unspoilt nature and exciting safari opportunities. For example, you can go on game drives with an experienced guide, searching for wildlife such as elephants, buffalos, zebras and lions. You can also go on a boat safari along the Kafue River, where you might spot hippos, crocodiles and many species of bird.
Included:
• Airport transfer
• Domestic flight from Livingstone to Lusaka
• Transfer to Kafue National Park
• Accommodation on a full-board basis, including safari activities
Boat safaris in Lower Zambezi National Park
You will leave Kafue National Park and be taken back to the Zambian capital, Lusaka. Upon arrival, you will be escorted to your connecting domestic flight. This flight will take you to Lower Zambezi. You will be staying here for the next few days at a beautiful property situated on the Zambezi River, allowing you to enjoy stunning views at all times.
It is, of course, possible to take a wonderful boat trip along the river. For example, you could go kayaking here, or undertake game drives and bush walks. Furthermore, you can go on a special night game drive, giving you the chance to spot active nocturnal animals such as leopards, civet cats and aardvarks.
Included:
• Airport transfer
• Domestic flight from Lusaka to Royal Airstrip
• Transfer to your accommodation
• Accommodation on a full-board basis, including safari activities
Spot wildlife in South Luangwa National Park
Over the next few days, you will round off your special tour of Zambia in the country’s most famous national park, where safaris are at their very best: South Luangwa National Park. From Lower Zambezi National Park, you’ll fly to Mfuwe, which lies to the south of South Luangwa. A transfer will take you to your accommodation. You’ll be staying at a delightful, luxury accommodation equipped with every convenience. It’s a wonderfully peaceful place where you can relax after an exciting day on safari.
You’ll go on several game drives in the park. South Luangwa National Park is renowned for the relative ease with which leopards can be spotted, which is quite exceptional. Normally, leopards are very shy and sleep in the shade during the day, making them difficult to spot. You may also encounter elephants, lions, buffalos, zebras, hyenas and hippos here.
Included:
• Transfer to the airstrip
• Domestic flight from Royal Airstrip to Mfuwe
• Transfer to South Luangwa National Park
• Accommodation on a full-board basis, including safari activities
Accommodations
Tongabezi Lodge
The luxurious Tongabezi Lodge is located on the banks of the Zambezi River, slightly upstream from Victoria Falls. The lodge features a lounge, a bar, two swimming pools and a gym. Meals are served in the main dining room, on an outdoor terrace overlooking the river, in the privacy...
The luxurious Tongabezi Lodge is located on the banks of the Zambezi River, slightly upstream from Victoria Falls. The lodge features a lounge, a bar, two swimming pools and a gym. Meals are served in the main dining room, on an outdoor terrace overlooking the river, in the privacy of your room or floating on the Zambezi River. The five cottages and four river cottages are each individually furnished and can accommodate two to five guests. Game drives, bush walks and boat trips are all-inclusive. Victoria Falls can be viewed close to the lodge on a short excursion with your guide.
Your stay: 2 nights
Ila Safari Lodge
Ila Safari Lodge is a true eco-lodge with facilities of the highest quality for up to 24 guests. The lodge is located on the banks of the mighty Kafue River in an area, which is home to many wild animals. From the lodge, guests have stunning views over the water. The central Boma is best enjoyed by...
Ila Safari Lodge is a true eco-lodge with facilities of the highest quality for up to 24 guests. The lodge is located on the banks of the mighty Kafue River in an area, which is home to many wild animals. From the lodge, guests have stunning views over the water. The central Boma is best described by the phrase 'eco friendly meets dynamic design' and is the flagship of the lodge.
The lodge consists of 10 ultra-modern and luxurious safari tents, each with its own private terrace. Two of the 10 tents are family suites and very suitable if you are travelling with the family. Each tent offers shade, privacy and its own piece of Kafue wilderness.
Your stay: 3 nights
Royal Zambezi Lodge
Royal Zambezi Lodge is a striking combination of contemporary style and comfort in a completely pristine bush setting. The lodge offers king-size beds in large, fully equipped safari tents, comfortable couches for campfires and airy verandas. It is a luxurious base from which to explore this beautiful environment,...
Royal Zambezi Lodge is a striking combination of contemporary style and comfort in a completely pristine bush setting. The lodge offers king-size beds in large, fully equipped safari tents, comfortable couches for campfires and airy verandas. It is a luxurious base from which to explore this beautiful area.
The design of the Royal Zambezi Lodge allows nature and the environment to play a leading role in ensuring the relaxed atmosphere and magical experience. The Lodge is an ideal place to stay when combining a visit to Victoria Falls with a safari in Lower Zambezi National Park. The lodge is perfect for a family safari, as well as a romantic setting for a honeymoon.
Pack for a purpose
Royal Zambezi Lodge is affiliated with Pack for a Purpose. Pack for a Purpose is a charitable organisation that allows travellers to spend several kilos of their luggage weight to help local residents. Think school supplies, clothes, medical equipment and other necessities donated to the local project through the lodge. To make sure you bring what is actually needed locally, the lodge explains the project.
Click here for information about the project at Royal Zambezi Lodge:
https://www.packforapurpose.org/destinations/africa/zambia/royal-zambezi-lodge/
Your stay: 3 nights
Lion Camp
Lion Camp is a lodge located in one of the best safari locations in Zambia. The lodge is located 40 kilometres north of the Mfuwe gate in South Luangwa National Park. The safaris are characterised by expert guiding and an abundance of wildlife. Moreover, few other...
Lion Camp is a lodge located in one of the best safari locations in Zambia. The lodge is located 40 kilometres north of the Mfuwe gate in South Luangwa National Park. The safaris are characterised by expert guiding and abundant wildlife. Moreover, few other safari vehicles are encountered, allowing for an exclusive safari experience.
From the style and comfort of the suites to the delicious, locally produced menu paired with the estate's South African wine. Everything contributes to the overwhelming experiences guests will have here. Also, be sure to try a bush dinner under the beautiful African stars. It is an experience that will not soon be forgotten.
Pack for a purpose
Lion Camp is affiliated with Pack for a Purpose. Pack for a Purpose is a charitable organisation that allows travellers to spend several kilos of their luggage weight to help local residents. Think school supplies, clothes, medical equipment and other necessities donated to the local project through the lodge. To make sure you bring what is actually needed locally, the lodge explains the project.
Click here for information about the project at Lion Camp:
https://www.packforapurpose.org/destinations/africa/zambia/lion-camp/
Your stay: 4 nights
Destinations
Victoria Falls (Zambia)
One of the world's natural wonders, Victoria Falls, is a World Heritage Site and an extremely popular tourist attraction. Locally known as 'The Smoke that Thunders', this spectacle is accessible from both Zambia and Zimbabwe and is an ideal place to combine safari and water sports. There is excellent fishing, a terrifying bungee jump and perhaps the best whitewater rafting in the world.
Kafue National Park
In western Zambia lies Kafue National Park, the country's largest and oldest National Park. The park has three rivers: the Lufupa, Lunga and Kafue rivers. The annual summer flooding of the Lufupa River creates an impressive landscape. The park boasts an impressive array of birds and other animals, and a number of private lodges make the beautiful reserve easy to visit. Visitors can look forward to catching a glimpse of swimming hippos, seeing an immense number of birds and a variety of other animals such as zebras and lions. In the more remote parts, antelope and elephants can also be spotted.
South Luangwa National Park
With its border on the Luangwa River, both the north and south of Luangwa National Park contain breathtaking sections of wilderness untouched. Because of this and successful anti-poaching campaigns, the park has developed into a world-renowned wildlife heaven. The south of Luangwa National Park is known for its walking safaris where visitors can see elephants, hippos and even lions up close under the watchful eye of professional guides.
Zambia
This unique peanut-shaped country, once known as Northern Rhodesia, offers visitors an authentic African experience with adrenaline-raising adventure sports, a wide range of fascinating cultural activities and abundant wildlife in the country's National Parks. Spend your evenings enjoying the stunning views of the world's largest waterfalls, the Victoria Falls, after a thrilling day of rafting on the Zambezi River. Or, if this sounds a little too adventurous, take a boat ride through Lake Kariba while watching elephants drinking on the shores. However you decide to spend your time in this unique country, it will be hard to leave this beautiful country again and you will long to return to it soon!
Lower Zambezi
The Lower Zambezi region, located on the border with Zimbabwe in southern Zambia, is best known as home to the Lower Zambezi National Park, with its exceptional, undeveloped nature reserves. Known for its abundance of wildlife, you can spot hippos, buffalo, crocodiles, ospreys and herds of elephants, among others. The landscape is characterised by rugged, untouched wilderness with vast floodplains interspersed with indigenous forests. Visitors can look forward to a range of fantastic activities along the Zambezi, including game drives, walking safaris, canoeing and excellent tiger fishing.
Luangwa National Park
The Luangwa National Park, situated in the eastern part of Zambia. This national park is divided into two areas along the impressive Luangwa River. South Luangwa National Park is easily accessible and is home to 50 different species of wildlife and 400 species of birds. It’s no wonder it has been named one of the world’s greatest nature reserves!
North Luangwa National Park, on the other hand, is virtually undeveloped. For instance, only two camps are permitted in the park, and these may only be set up for a few months each year. For this reason, the chances of encountering other tourists or cars in this park are very slim. This makes for a truly authentic experience.
The Luangwa River is one of the largest river systems in Africa and sustains the abundant flora and fauna in both national parks. Spectacular trees, plants and exotic wildflowers thrive in the Luangwa Valley. The culture of the local people is also a major attraction: the friendly, genuinely hospitable locals of Zambia welcome visitors and are happy to help them explore the area.
Central Kafue
Zambia's Kafue National Park is the country's largest park and the second largest in Africa. Central Kafue's contrasting landscape is characterised by riverine forests, miombo and savannah woodlands, vast open plains and majestic granite outcrops. Visitors can enjoy the pristine natural beauty of the diverse landscape and natural, unspoilt beauty. Drive along the Spinal Road for a chance to explore the most remote parts of Central Kafue National Park. Don't miss the chance to spot a wide range of African wildlife with regular sightings of puku, impala and bushbuck and catch a glimpse of the countless bird species that call this area home.
Zambia travel | Luxury travel unique Zambia
During this luxury trip, you will travel between parks on pre-booked domestic flights, stay in lodges right by the river or in the middle of the wildlife, and set out daily with a regular guide and vehicle. All safaris, transfers and overnight stays are custom-planned, so you don't have to wait for anything or arrange anything yourself.
We offer the described trip from €11,985 per person.
The travel sum is an indication and is subject to availability and travel period, among other things.
Included
• Domestic flights in Economy Class (including luggage and taxes)
• Accommodation in excellent and distinctive properties
• All meals as specified in the ‘itinerary’
• All necessary private transfers as specified
• All excursions as mentioned in the ‘itinerary’, including safaris in Kafue National Park and South Luangwa National Park
• National park entrance fees (camp fees, concession fees, park fees)
• Meet & Greet on arrival
• National Geographic or similar travel guide
• Administration fees (€50 per booking)
Positive impact of your trip:
• Contribution of €100 per person towards a positive impact via the Avila Foundation
Not included
• Intercontinental flights
• Visa fees
• Room category upgrade
• Travel and/or cancellation insurance
• Personal expenses/tips
• Meals and excursions not specified
• Contingency fund contribution (€2.50 per booking)
• SGR contribution (€5 per person)