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8 Day Zambia’s Premier Adventure: Wild Zambezi and Luangwa
8 Day Zambia’s Premier Adventure: Wild Zambezi and Luangwa
African Overland Tours
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Price From
R112,525
Price Disclaimer: Tour is Priced USD 6750 (15 – 30 Jun 26) | USD 7298 (01 – 31 Jul 26) | USD 8189 (01 Aug – 31 Oct 26)
Single Supplement USD 885
Single Traveller: Tour is Priced USD 7655 (15 – 30 Jun 26) | USD 8199 (01 – 31 Jul 26) | USD 9090 (01 Aug – 31 Oct 26)
Price fluctuation may occur based on the season. For more information please speak to your travel consultant
This package is not available from January – 14 June & November to 31 December annually due to the closures.
*Currency estimated. Tours are Based in South African Rand (ZAR) and converted on the day. Some Tours are Based in EUR/USD
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Length
8 days
Tour SKU
ACS4116
Starts
Mafuta
Comfort Level
Premier
Ends
Mfuwe
Age Range
All Ages
Tour Type
Smaller Group Tours
Operated in
English Guided
Group Size
Min 2
Tour Highlights
- Lower Zambezi
- South Luangwa National Park
- North Luangwa National Park
Why You'll Love this Tour
Embark on an 8 day Zambian Premier Adventure exploring the wild side of Zambia across its remote and stunning national parks. Your journey begins in Lower Zambezi National Park, a haven for abundant wildlife and diverse ecosystems, offering game drives and river activities. Progress to South Luangwa National Park, renowned for its walking safaris and close-up wildlife encounters. Your immersive experience culminates in North Luangwa National Park, one of Zambia’s least explored parks, where you’ll track big game on foot through a truly pristine wilderness. Discover authentic Africa and create unforgettable memories of its natural wonders.
ITINERARY
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1
Lower Zambezi, Zambia
Upon your arrival at Royal Airstrip, you’ll receive a warm welcome and be seamlessly transferred to your lodge, nestled within the captivating Lower Zambezi region. The Lower Zambezi National Park, spanning approximately 4,092 square kilometers (1,580 square miles), is a haven of diverse ecosystems, including lush floodplains, dense woodlands, and scenic escarpments. Located on the Zimbabwean border, it’s celebrated for its abundant game, from majestic herds of elephants to hippos, buffalo, crocodiles, and fish eagles. You will stay at Baines’ River Camp, set under Jackalberry and Tamarind trees right on the banks of the Zambezi River. This exquisite lodge blends traditional charm with modern luxury, offering an ultimate escape for the discerning traveler. Each of the eight Explorer Suites and one Family Suite accommodates up to 20 guests, providing elegance, privacy, and spectacular river views from every freestanding suite. Expect amenities like air-conditioning, ceiling fans, minibars, personal safes, king-size beds, and spacious bathrooms. The day concludes with a fully inclusive experience
Accommodation: Baines’ River Camp or similar
2
Lower Zambezi, Zambia
Today offers an incredible opportunity to delve deeper into the Lower Zambezi Valley with both morning and afternoon activities. You can look forward to thrilling game drives and unique water-based game viewing experiences. The park’s rich variety of habitats provides a sanctuary for a wide range of wildlife species, ensuring an unforgettable game viewing experience. Beyond the scheduled activities, the camp’s prime location allows for optional game drives and walks within the Lower Zambezi National Park, or exploring the Zambezi River by motorboat and canoe, even trying your hand at catching a tigerfish. All meals and activities are included as part of your fully inclusive stay
Accommodation: Baines’ River Camp or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Highlights: Morning and Afternoon Game Game Drives, Water based Game Viewing
3
South Luangwa National Park, Zambia
After a delicious breakfast, you’ll board a flight to Mfuwe Airport (own expense), where you’ll be met and transferred to Tafika Camp, your home for the next three nights. Situated on the banks of the Luangwa River, Tafika Camp offers amazing views, making it a wonderful place to relax. South Luangwa National Park, bordering the Luangwa River, is famed for its breathtaking and untouched wilderness. Thanks to successful anti-poaching campaigns, it has become a world-renowned wildlife haven, particularly celebrated as the birthplace of the walking safari. Over these days, you’ll have the chance to partake in a diverse range of activities, including traditional game drives, exhilarating walking safaris, unique cycling safaris, and enriching cultural visits to the nearby Mkasanga Village. Your stay at Tafika Camp is fully inclusive of all meals, fees, and activities, with most drinks (excluding premium brands) also included
Accommodation: Tafika Camp or simila
Meals: Breakfast x3, Lunch x3, Dinner x3
Included Highlights: South Luangwa National Park Game Drives, Walking Safaris, Cycling Safaris
Please Note: Plane flight to Mfuwe Airport (own expense) USD 505 per person
4
North Luangwa National Park, Zambia
Following breakfast, your journey continues to the vast and truly wild North Luangwa National Park. A scenic 30-minute flight will take you to Mwaleshi airstrip (own expense), followed by a road transfer to Mwaleshi Camp, hidden within a picturesque bend of the Mwaleshi River. This camp is described as a “truly special place – unlike any other in Zambia”. Featuring just four thatched chalets built from natural materials, each with en-suite bathrooms and uninterrupted river views, Mwaleshi offers a genuine feeling of solitude and seclusion. It’s located in an area of pristine wilderness with very few roads, yet the game viewing is excellent, with buffalo and lion roaming in vast numbers. Your days here will be filled with immersive morning and afternoon walks, following existing animal trails to track big game on foot in Zambia’s wildest park. You can even enjoy wallowing in the Mwaleshi River between walking safaris. Your stay is fully inclusive of all meals, fees, activities, and most drinks (excluding premium brands)
Accommodation: Mwaleshi Camp or similr
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Highlights: Morning and Afternoon Walking Safaris
Please Note: Mwaleshi Airstrip to Mfuwe Airport (own expense) USD 430 per person
5
Mfuwe, Zambia
Your incredible safari adventure concludes after breakfast. You will be transferred from Mwaleshi Camp to Mwaleshi airstrip for your flight to Mfuwe Airport, carrying unforgettable memories of Zambia’s natural wonders. This final day’s basis is Bed and Breakfast
Meals: Breakfast
Please Note: Flight to Mfuwe Airport (own expense) USD 430 per person
UPCOMING DEPARTURE DATES
Included in the Tour Price:
- Lower Zambezi Morning and Afternoon Game Game Drives, Water based Game Viewing
- South Luangwa National Park Game Drives, Walking Safaris, Cycling Safaris
- North Luangwa National Park Morning and Afternoon Walking Safaris
INCLUSIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
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- Accommodation – Lodges
- Activities, transport and excursions as mentioned
- Services of an English-speaking guide on the excursions specified
- National Park entrance fees
- Return airport transfers
- Passenger safety charge
- Landing fees
- Contribution to the Luangwa Conservation & Community Fund
- Lower Zambezi Morning and Afternoon Game Game Drives, Water based Game Viewing
- South Luangwa National Park Game Drives, Walking Safaris, Cycling Safaris
- North Luangwa National Park Morning and Afternoon Walking Safaris
- Flights: International & domestic
- Royal Airstrip to Mfuwe Airport USD 505 per person
- Flight from Mfuwe airport to/from Mwaleshi airstrip (North Luangwa) USD 430 per person
- Visa fees
- Airport & border taxes
- Pre and post tour accommodation
- Optional activities
- All drinks
- Laundry
- Personal expenses such as gratuities, telephone calls, curios etc.
- Travel insurance (Get Adventure Travel Insurance)
Price From
R112,525
Price Disclaimer: Tour is Priced USD 6750 (15 – 30 Jun 26) | USD 7298 (01 – 31 Jul 26) | USD 8189 (01 Aug – 31 Oct 26)
Single Supplement USD 885
Single Traveller: Tour is Priced USD 7655 (15 – 30 Jun 26) | USD 8199 (01 – 31 Jul 26) | USD 9090 (01 Aug – 31 Oct 26)
Price fluctuation may occur based on the season. For more information please speak to your travel consultant
This package is not available from January – 14 June & November to 31 December annually due to the closures.
*Currency estimated. Tours are Based in South African Rand (ZAR) and converted on the day. Some Tours are Based in EUR/USD
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Frequently Asked Questions
Most travelers can obtain a 30-day visa on arrival, but check requirements based on your nationality. East African Tourist Visas (covering Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya) are also available.
Zimbabwe offers several less-traveled but equally rewarding destinations such as Chizarira National Park, Bvumba (Vumba) Mountains, Mount Selinda / Chirinda Forest, Nyanga National Park and the Chinhoyi Caves.
Absolutely! Popular combos include Zimbabwe (Victoria Falls), Botswana (Chobe), Malawi (Lake Malawi), or Namibia (Caprivi Strip).
Yes, in most popular tourist spots like Cape Maclear and Nkhata Bay, where schistosomiasis (bilharzia) risk is minimal and well-managed. Locals and travelers swim daily. Still, avoid stagnant waters, and consider taking a post-trip treatment if you're concerned.
Hike the Zomba Plateau or Mount Mulanje, boat on the Shire River, snorkel for cichlids, visit UNESCO rock art sites, or share local life in lakeside villages
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