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Zambia Tours give you access to Victoria Falls along with incredible nature and wildlife in its national parks.

The popular city of Livingstone is the gateway to Victoria Falls with several museums and local markets to visit. Alternatively spend the day enjoying various adventure activities nearby such as white water rafting, canoeing and bungee jumping.

South Luangwa is the best park in Zambia and one of the most majestic in Africa.

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Best time go on Zambia Tours

Zambia has a tropical climate with a large amount of rainfall. While the dry season is from May to October. April and May are generally the least rainy months however the areas are still lush and green. Nights are however sometimes cold so pack sensibly.

From June to August the rain is minimal and the days are clear and warm. In September and October the temperature is much hotter especially in the Lower Zambezi, Mana Pools and Luangwa regions. This is however great for game viewing because the animals congregate around the waterholes.

The rainy season is from November to April with heavy rains affecting tourism resulting in many parks closing over this period. It is however hot during this time. The north experiences earlier rain and the east receives more rain than the western and lowland areas.

  • Tour Length 42 days
    Group Size Max 20
    Starts & Ends Starts: Cape Town Ends: Nairobi
    Countries South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Malawi, Tanzania, Kenya
    Overview Safari drives in the Serengeti? Check! A river Cruise in Chobe National Park? Check. Comfortable accommodation? Big Check! We’ve left no stone unturned when putting together this legendary itinerary. All you need to do is kick back discover the stunning wilderness and vibrant cultures of eight countries across the continent. This is how you travel Africa.

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    Cape Town to Nairobi Tour (Comfort) (42 Days)

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  • Tour Length 34 days
    Group Size Max 16
    Starts & Ends Starts: Dar es Salaam Ends: Cape Town
    Countries Tanzania, Malawi, Zambia, Botswana, Namibia, South Africa
    Overview Powdery beaches backed by massive baobabs, the billowing sails of wooden dhows, electric blue waters teeming with rainbow clouds of tropical fish - this isn't a dream, it’s day one of your adventure and it only gets better from here. This paradise-inspired trip hits all the spots, taking you from the go-slow island vibe of Zanzibar to the slick cosmopolitan feel of Cape Town. Top it off with open-top safaris in Chobe and wilderness excursions in Okavango. Now, this is how you travel Africa.
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    Zanzibar to Cape Town Adventure Tour (34 Days)

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  • Tour Length 22 days
    Group Size Max 16
    Starts & Ends Starts: Dar es Salaam Ends: Pretoria
    Countries Tanzania, South Africa, Malawi, Zambia, Zimbabwe
    Overview Discover where the wild things really are on this eye-opening trip across the mother land. This 22 day African adventure puts you up close and personal with some of the continent’s most prized highlights. From Zanzibar’s exotic Spice Route to the shimmering mass of Lake Malawi, the heart-pounding roar of Victoria Falls, and the golden bushveld of the Kruger Park - you're sure to tick off numerous items from that travel bucket list.
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    Zanzibar, Victoria Falls & Kruger Overland (22 Days)

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  • Tour Length 64 days
    Group Size Min 1 Max 22
    Starts & Ends Starts: Cape Town Ends: Nairobi
    Countries Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Malawi, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Namibia, South Africa
    Overview
    Make magical memories on this amazing Cape Town to Masai Mara tour. Venture to remote regions, relish natural wonders and immerse yourself in colourful cultures as you enjoy the adventure while traveling Africa authentically. Head off from the cosmopolitan city of Cape Town complete with mighty Table Mountain, travel towards the mystic desert landscapes of Namibia where you will uncover wildlife and historical rock art. Leave the dust to settle as you go in search of greener landscapes of the lush waterways of Botswana teeming with elephants. Next stop,Victoria Falls, as you witness the "smoke that thunders" and wet your feathers before moving onto South Luangwa National Park with an abundance of wildlife game drives. Malawi awaits, where peace and tranquility prevail as you take a breather. Discover Zanzibar and Stone Town's flavors and just before you get hooked, we'll whisk you off to the wildlife mecca of Tanzania where the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater fulfill all your game drive fantasies. Take an epic journey through forests to encounter mountain gorillas up close in Uganda and complete your adventure with the world renown Masai Mara National Reserve. It's two months packed with action and dreamy moments, truly the trip of your lifetime!

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    64 Day Cape Town to Masai Mara Adventure

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  • Tour Length 63 days
    Group Size Min 1 Max 22
    Starts & Ends Starts: Nairobi Ends: Cape Town
    Countries Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Malawi, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Namibia, South Africa
    Overview

    On this epic journey through ten countries over 63 unforgettable days, you will receive what you ask for. Enjoy a close encounter with animals that you usually only see in zoos or on nature documentaries. From endangered mountain gorillas and lumbering elephants to ferocious lions and tiny dik-dik antelope, you will have the opportunity to get up close and personal with these animals. Meet people from a variety of cultures and communities along the way, such as spice growers on Zanzibar, fishermen on Lake Malawi, and San people. From Nairobi to Cape Town and the adventure that lies in between - you will be astonished at the diversity of life, culture, and natural beauty that this continent has to offer.

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    63 Day Nairobi to Cape Town Adventure

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  • Tour Length 58 days
    Group Size Max 16
    Starts & Ends Starts: Nairobi Ends: Cape Town
    Countries Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Malawi, Zambia, Botswana, Namibia, South Africa
    Overview This  Nairobi to Cape Town Overland Epic Adventure travels through Africa from Lake Victoria in Uganda to Table Mountain in Cape Town. We visit the misty highlands in the Ugandan jungles to see a group of majestic gorillas before watching the thunderous Victoria Falls as the waters of the Zambezi thunder down. Relish the views as you look out over the vast deserts and sand dunes in the Namib.
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    Nairobi to Cape Town Overland Adventure (58 Days)

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  • Tour Length 57 days
    Group Size Max 20
    Starts & Ends Starts: Cape Town Ends: Nairobi
    Countries South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Malawi, Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda
    Overview This tour isn’t just a sample of Africa; it’s the entire buffet spread. From meeting the San bushmen in the blazing Kalahari to Big Five game drives in Etosha National Park, and floating through the Okavango in a "mokoro" canoe - we’ve got it all laid out for you. Top it off with the privilege of camping under the continent’s star-studded sky and then you’re really traveling Africa. From open top safaris in the Masai Mara, to camping in the Serengeti, and gorilla trekking in Uganda, this is a wildlife odyssey like no other. Throw in a paradise island, dramatic canyons, and intimate village tours, and you’ve found yourself in a story book expedition that will change your life. Fifty-seven days, nine countries, seven national parks, one continent. This is how you travel Africa.  

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    Cape Town to Nairobi Tour (Camping) (57 Days)

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  • Tour Length 57 days
    Group Size Max 20
    Starts & Ends Starts: Nairobi Ends: Cape Town
    Countries South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Malawi, Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda
    Overview From open top safaris in the Masai Mara, to camping in the Serengeti, and gorilla trekking in Uganda, this is a wildlife odyssey like no other. Throw in a paradise island, dramatic canyons, and intimate village tours, and you’ve found yourself in a story book expedition that will change your life. Fifty-five days, nine countries, seven national parks, one continent. This is how you travel Africa.  

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    Nairobi to Cape Town Overland (Comfort) (57 Days)

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  • Tour Length 57 days
    Group Size Max 20
    Starts & Ends Starts: Nairobi Ends: Cape Town
    Countries South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Malawi, Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda
    Overview From open top safaris in the Masai Mara, to camping in the Serengeti, and gorilla trekking in Uganda, this is a wildlife odyssey like no other. Throw in a paradise island, dramatic canyons, and intimate village tours, and you’ve found yourself in a story book expedition that will change your life. Fifty-five days, nine countries, seven national parks, one continent. This is how you travel Africa.

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  • Tour Length 57 days
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    Starts & Ends Starts: Cape Town Ends: Nairobi
    Countries South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Malawi, Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda
    Overview This tour isn’t just a sample of Africa; it’s the entire buffet spread. From Big Five game drives in Etosha National Park, and floating through the Okavango in a "mokoro" canoe - we’ve got it all laid out for you. Top it off with the privilege of gazing up at the continent’s star-studded sky and now you’re really travelling Africa. From open-top safaris in the Masai Mara, to camping in the Serengeti, and gorilla trekking in Uganda, this is a wildlife odyssey like no other. Throw in a paradise island, dramatic canyons, and intimate village tours, and you’ve found yourself in a storybook expedition that will change your life. Fifty-five days, nine countries, seven national parks, one continent. This is how you travel Africa.

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  • Tour Length 56 days
    Group Size Max 16
    Starts & Ends Starts: Cape Town Ends: Nairobi
    Countries Botswana, Kenya, Malawi, Namibia, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia
    Overview This Cape Town to Kenya and Gorillas Adventure provides a broad insight into Southern and Eastern Africa’s grandest attractions. We leave from Cape Town and head off to Mt Kilimanjaro, explore the gigantic sand dunes in ancient deserts and relax on golden beaches on the tropical island of Zanzibar. The mighty Victoria Falls is next on the list before journeying to the Chobe River, viewing the majestic Ngorongoro Crater and the infinite Serengeti plains.
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  • Tour Length 56 days
    Group Size Max 16
    Starts & Ends Starts: Cape Town Ends: Nairobi
    Countries Botswana, Kenya, Malawi, Namibia, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia
    Overview This Cape Town to Kenya and Gorillas Epic Comfort Adventure provides a broad insight into Southern and Eastern Africa’s grandest attractions. We leave from the scenic city of Cape Town and head off to Mount Kilimanjaro, exploring the gigantic sand dunes in ancient deserts and relax on golden beaches on the tropical island of Zanzibar. The mighty Victoria Falls is next on the list before journeying to the Chobe River, viewing the majestic Ngorongoro Crater and the infinite Serengeti plains.
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  • Tour Length 55 days
    Group Size 18 - 22
    Starts & Ends Starts: Cape Town Ends: Nairobi
    Countries South Africa, Botswana, Kenya, Malawi, Namibia, Tanzania, Uganda, Zimbabwe, Zambia
    Overview Spanning 9 countries over 55 days the Cape Town to Nairobi and Gorillas Safari our overland adventure vehicles will take you across the rugged terrain to explore the Okavango Delta, the depths of the Ugandan Wilderness and the vast deserts of Namibia.

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    Cape Town to Nairobi and Gorillas Safari (Inclusive) (Under 39’s) (55 Day)

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  • Tour Length 52 days
    Group Size Min 1 Max 22
    Starts & Ends Starts: Johannesburg Ends: Nairobi
    Countries Kenya, Tanzania, Malawi, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, South Africa, Uganda,
    Overview An adventure from Johannesburg to Nairobi will allow you to experience the best of Africa's natural attractions. The outdoors are at the heart of Africa - rainforests, national parks, waterways, coastlines, and plenty of savanna. Experience Victoria Falls and the Serengeti plains, see mountain gorillas up close and be welcomed by the warm hospitality of the Malawian people. The Okavango is home to unique wildlife and perfect conditions for camping on balmy beaches in Tanzania, trekking through steamy rainforests and mokoroing along the Okavango river. This all-encompassing African journey offers a wide variety of experiences, from spotting the Big Five to relaxing on Zanzibar's idyllic beaches to interacting with Masai warriors.

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  • Tour Length 49 days
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    Starts & Ends Starts: Cape Town Ends: Nairobi
    Countries South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Malawi, Tanzania, Kenya
    Overview

    Experience Southern Africa overland for 49 days from coast to coast. Your journey will begin in Cape Town before traversing desert landscapes, rolling savannas, and lush mountain landscapes. You may have the opportunity to cruise lakes and delta waterways, as well as experience massive waterfalls. Visit bustling cities and rural villages where you can interact with locals. You will have the opportunity to enjoy everything from game drives in national parks full of iconic animals to lying on pristine beaches during this grand journey.

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Budget Tours to Zambia

Lusaka is in the south-central region and is the capital city of Zambia. While English is the official language, Nyanja is spoken widely by locals. Livingstone is the Zambian gateway to the magnificent Victoria Falls also known as Mosi-oa-Tunya or ‘the smoke that thunders’. Victoria Falls is famous for being the largest waterfall in the world. Near Livingstone there are several museums and local craft markets to visit. Or rather spend your day enjoying adventurous activities including white water rafting, canoeing and bungee jumping.

South Luangwa National Park offers you an exclusive wildlife experience. This national park has a healthy leopard population along with a variety of game concentrated on the banks of the Luangwa River. This region of Zambia is the ideal Africa safari tour as it offers a rustic wilderness vacation.

Kafue National Park is in the west of Zambia and has the most diverse animal wildlife. The Zambian flooded grasslands eco-region supports large herds of herbivores which stay close to the swamps and marsh regions in the dry months of June to October.

Zambia Tours by length

Why go to Zambia?

  • Visit Victoria Falls – the largest waterfall in the World
  • Adrenalin activities such as white water river rafting, bungee jumping, horse riding, lion encounters etc.
  • See the mighty Zambezi’s whirlpool called ‘the boiling pot’
  • Visit the Munda Wanga Environment Park where animals are rehabilitated back into the wild
  • * Botanical gardens with over 500 plant species where you can enjoy picnics
  • * The Moto Moto Museum exhibiting the life and history of the Bemba folk
  • South Luangwa National Park – the best park in Zambia filled with wildlife for a perfect African safari
  • Kafue National Park the second largest park in the world – untouched with raw beauty and animals
  • Glide through the skies on a microlight over the falls

11 reasons to travel to Zambia

South Luangwa National Park

Certainly one of Africa’s best parks for wildlife viewing. South Luangwa has animals in abundance within jaw-dropping landscapes of wide floodplains and groves of trees. Expect to see vast herds of buffalo, elephant, zebra, giraffe, lions and wild dogs. In addition spot leopards which are normally hard to see in other parks however they are frequently spotted here at night.

Victoria Falls

As the world’s largest waterfall, Victoria Falls is one of Africa’s greatest natural spectacles. Victoria Falls will quite literally take your breath away. It’s likely that you will get slightly wet from the spray as you stand at viewpoints along the cliff edge. Experience the powerful roar of the water thundering down the Zambezi gorge sending up a mist that can be seen more than 50 kilometers away.

Adrenaline fun in Livingstone

Set on the Zambezi River near to Victoria Falls, Livingstone is known as Africa’s adrenaline capital. Endless heart pumping activities on offer to excite even the most fearless adventure seekers. Either take your pick of bungee jumping off a bridge over the river or white water rafting on the Zambezi. Those without a fear of heights will relish in a microlight flight over the falls or abseiling down a cliff. Finish your adventure off by swinging across a deep gorge or taking part in a wildlife safari on horseback.

Kafue National Park

Kafue National Park is the second largest park in the world although it has few visitors leaving you with pristine wilderness practically all to yourself. It’s spectacular landscape ranges from open grasslands to dense woodlands and massive granite hills. The wildlife density is lower than in Zambia’s other parks however if you’re patient you will be rewarded. Sightings of 20 different antelope as well as lion, leopard, cheetah and wild dog.

Walking safaris

Walking safaris were pioneered in Zambia and it remains the best place to explore the bush on foot. A safari on foot is a totally different experience to driving through the bush. It offers you the chance to be completely immersed yourself in the natural environment while you notice smells, sounds and smaller animals usually missed when driving.

Your guide will show you how to track animals on foot and with their direction you might have the thrill of being close to lions, elephant or giraffe. The best reserve for a walking safari in Zambia is South Luangwa National Park as it has a number of specialist walking camps. However walking safaris are also offered in the Lower Zambezi National Park and Kafue National Park.

Canoeing the Zambezi

A canoeing safari along the Zambezi River is one of the best ways to appreciate Zambia’s magnificent wildlife and scenery. Trips range from a few hours to a week-long paddling excursion down the river. With Zambia on the one side of the river and Zimbabwe on the other. The highlight is the chance to get close to pods of hippos and crocodiles. Herds of elephants come down to the banks for a swim along with thirsty buffalo and lion. The trip will also allow you to see hundreds of species of birds while you spend your nights camping in the wild under a blanket of stars.

The Lower Zambezi National Park

The World Heritage Site of the Lower Zambezi National Park has so much to offer in terms of a great African safari adventure. As it is relatively under-developed, it also offers an authentic wildlife experience as you get relatively close to the animals.

Wildebeest of Liuwa Plain National Park

In November each year, tens of thousands of wildebeest, zebra and red lechwe move between the remote Liuwa Plain National Park. It’s the second biggest wildebeest migration in Africa after the Serengeti and the Masai Mara offering an incredible wildlife experience without the crowds. The area is perfect for photographic safaris with an array of wildlife such as spotted hyena, wild dog and cheetah.

White water rafting on the Zambezi

The Zambezi River offers some of the best white water rafting on the continent. Nearly half the rapids on the Zambezi have been categorized as Grade Five which is about as challenging as you can get! Be prepared for a wild and somewhat wet ride as you navigate the churning rapids on this fast-paced adventure.

Lake Kariba

While on your Zambia tour take a cruise around the largest man-made lake in the world, Lake Kariba. Here you can call a houseboat home for a few days and experience water-based game viewing at a your leisure. Relax on the deck with a book as you spot hippos, crocodiles and elephants, buffalo, water-buck and lion on the shore. Alternatively head out on a tender boat and try your luck with some fishing.

Bat migration

While not as famous as the wildebeest migration which takes place annually in Kenya and Tanzania, Zambia’s bat migration is still a wondrous sight. At the end of every year, 10 million fruit bats migrate to Kasanka National Park from the neighbouring Democratic Republic of Congo. Observe as they eat their way through the fruits of the forest which proves to be quite a spectacle and certainly an unusual safari experience.

Wildlife highlights

Zambia is one of Africa’s best safari destinations due to a wealth of national parks and reserves packed with wildlife while free of the safari traffic jams common in southern and east African reserves.

South Luangwa National Park is Zambia’s flagship park, and a perfect place for your first Safari. Its dense concentrations of wildlife such as elephant and buffalo herds along with leopard and lion sightings make for a memorable visit. The incredibly beautiful landscape of woodland, grassland savannah and riverine forest lend itself to walking safaris allowing you to explore the bush on foot.

With over 22 000 square kilometers, Kafue National Park is the largest park in Zambia and the second largest in the world. Often overlooked by visitors due to being remote, it remains raw and rather breathtaking. The park is known for its leopard sightings and a huge diversity of antelope species, including the rare roan antelope along with herds of red lechwe.

The Lower Zambezi National Park sits alongside the Zambezi River. While home to abundant game such as elephants, buffalo, leopard and lion the greatest highlight is going on a canoe safari down the river.

Zambia also offers rare species and migrations to entice seasoned safari goers. The migration of fruit bats in November and December from the Congo to Zambia’s Kasanka National Park provides an unusual spectacle. Also in this park you might be lucky enough to sight the elusive semi-aquatic sitatunga antelope.

In addition the remote and undeveloped Liuwa Plain National Park is home to the second largest wildebeest migration in Africa with thousands of antelope gathering on the vast plains every November. While in the north east of the country, the community-owned Bangweulu wetlands are where you’ll find the world’s only population of black lechwe antelope.

How to get to Zambia

The main airport in Zambia is Kenneth Kaunda International Airport about 14km from Lusaka. Once you are in Lusaka you can fly or drive to the various national parks. To reach the popular South Luangwa National Park you can fly to Mfuwe International Airport which is just outside the park. Alternatively if heading for Victoria Falls you will should fly to Livingstone Airport. Airport transfers will then take you to the Falls.

Facts on Zambia

  • Zambia has a population of 11 million people with the official languages being English and Bemba
  • Full name: Republic of Zambia
  • Capital city: Lusaka
  • Area: 752,600 sq km; 290,579 sq miles
  • Population: 11,200,000
  • Time Zone: GMT/UTC +2 ()
  • Languages: English (official); Bemba (other)
  • Religion: Christian (50-75%), indigenous beliefs (50-75%)
  • Electricity: 230V 50HzHz
  • Electric Plug Details: British-style plug: 2 flat blades & 1 flat grounding blade; European plug with two circular metal pins;
    South African/Indian-style plug with two circular metal pins above a large circular grounding pin
  • Country Dialling Code: 260
  • Money matters: Currency: Zambia Kwacha (ZK)
  • Medical matters: Cholera, Malaria, Typhoid, Yellow fever, HIV/AIDS

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