Start exploring South Luangwa with morning, evening and night game drives, as well as walking safaris (Zambia’s specialty). Join expert guides to discover herds of elephant, buffalo, the endemic Thornicroft’s giraffe, prides of lion, as well as some of the best leopard viewing in Africa. With more than 60 mammal species and approximately 450 bird species, South Luangwa’s diversity of wildlife means you’ll be spoiled for choice for wildlife-watching activities.

Don’t miss the opportunity for a night game drive, which provides you with the opportunity to see some of Zambia’s nocturnal creatures, such as hunting lions and prowling leopards. In the day, try a mountain biking safari for a ride on one of the park’s cycling trails or take a microflight, where you can sit in an open cockpit. There’s also the option to visit the local village of Mkasanga, where you can meet with locals and learn about their way of life.

Main Destination: South Luangwa National Park

Accommodation: Tafika Camp (Luxury lodge located inside South Luangwa NP)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Next, you’ll head deeper into South Luangwa with a move to Chikoko Trails, a partner accommodation with Tafika. Chikoko Trails’ two camps, Chikoko Tree Camp and Crocodile River Camp, are both only accessible on foot. The lack of roads means that you’ll be treated to incredible wildlife sightings right at your camp. The camps only accommodate six guests at a time, so you’ll have the crackling campfire and sounds of the bush to yourself.

Main Destination: South Luangwa National Park

Accommodation: Chikoko Trails Camps (Luxury bush camp (with rustic facilities) located inside South Luangwa NP)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

South Luangwa is the birthplace of the walking safari and so the best way to enjoy wildlife watching in this remote corner of the national park is with an intrepid bush walk. Feel your senses heightened without the safety of a safari vehicle, then see the tiny creatures and plant life of the bush in more detail, as your guide and park ranger demonstrate how they track wildlife.

Main Destination: South Luangwa National Park

Accommodation: Chikoko Trails Camps (Luxury bush camp with rustic facilities located inside South Luangwa NP)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Heading out of South Luangwa, you’ll head up to North Luangwa via a private transfer. You’ll stay at Mwaleshi Camp; a semi-permanent, seasonal camp tucked away on a bend of the Mwaleshi River, blending seamlessly into the natural environment. Your simple thatched chalet is made from all natural materials, from which you can enjoy beautiful views of the Zambian bush.

Main Destination: North Luangwa National Park

Accommodation: Mwaleshi Camp (Mid-range bush camp located inside North Luangwa NP)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

North Luangwa is truly off the beaten path, although the park has been declared as a wilderness area, it is not open to the public and there are no permanent lodges here. Therefore, the only way to explore this unspoiled wildlife haven is via a walking safari with a permitted safari tour operator. You’ll head out into the bush with an expert guide, watching hippos congregate at the river and enjoying the tranquility of having a park practically to yourself.

During your walking safaris, you’ll be treated to sightings of the endemic Cookson’s wildebeest, buffalo, zebra, lions, hyenas and an array of colourful birds. North Luangwa is also the only place where you can see the elusive black rhino, which was re-introduced to Zambia in 2003, though sightings are rare. Don’t miss an adventure upstream to the gorgeous Mwaleshi Falls, where you can also enjoy a spot of swimming.

Main Destination: North Luangwa National Park

Accommodation: Mwaleshi Camp (Mid-range bush camp located inside North Luangwa NP)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Checking out of Mwaleshi, you’ll take a private transfer to the airport, which is also a game drive as you’ll be passing wildlife along the way. Your next safari stop is Lower Zambezi National Park, where you’ll be staying at the private and immersive Old Mondoro Camp, which is comprised of just five chalets featuring outdoor bathtubs overlooking the Zambezi River. There’s also the famous “loo with a view,” an outdoor toilet with spectacular views of the Zambezi!

Main Destination: Lower Zambezi National Park

Accommodation: Old Mondoro Camp (Mid-range lodge located inside Lower Zambezi NP)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Start your exploration of Lower Zambezi with a game drive for a chance to spot lions, the rare and critically endangered African wild dog, zebra, bushbuck, hippos, crocs and more than 400 species of bird. The region around Old Mondoro also boasts some of the most prolific leopard sightings in the whole of Africa, so make the most of the night game drives available to see these incredible creatures in the wild. Night drives also offer the chance to see hyenas, genets, civets, porcupines and honey badgers.

As well as game drives and walking safaris, the Lower Zambezi can also be explored by boat with plenty of river activities available. Enjoy a canoe safari, drifting down the river’s currents with the hippos and crocs to see wildlife come to drink at the water’s edge. Pack a picnic and head to the beautiful Chongwe Falls for a lunch with a view. Or visit a local Goba village to learn about the region’s culture, as well as the amazing work done by Conservation Lower Zambezi.

Main Destination: Lower Zambezi National Park

Accommodation: Old Mondoro Camp (Mid-range lodge located inside Lower Zambezi NP)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Leave Zambia’s national parks behind and head to the historic town of Livingstone, home of the epic Victoria Falls. You’ll be staying at the Islands of Siankaba Lodge, a world-class property spread across two mighty islands in the middle of the Zambezi. Flanked by Victoria Falls and Botswana’s Chobe National Park, you can enjoy the gorgeous setting, swimming pool, spa facilities, as well as an exquisite meal at the onsite restaurant and bar.

Main Destination: Victoria Falls (Highlight)

Accommodation: Islands of Siankaba (Luxury tented camp located in or near Victoria Falls)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Known as Mosi Oa Tunya (the Smoke that Thunders) to locals, Victoria Falls is the largest waterfall in the world (with a height of 108 metres and a width of 1,708 metres), a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Enjoy the falls with a white-water rafting trip, a helicopter flight over the falls for spectacular views, or a thrilling swim in the Devil’s Pool, a natural infinity pool right on the edge of the falls.

Other activities to enjoy in this area include a trip over the border to Zimbabwe (which has even more beautiful views of the falls), picking up souvenirs at the curio market, a guided nature walk, a mokoro canoe excursion, a sunset cruise with sundowners, a fishing trip on the Zambezi, a picnic island lunch or a cultural tour of local villages by bamboo bike or on foot.

Main Destination: Victoria Falls (Highlight)

Accommodation: Islands of Siankaba (Luxury tented camp located in or near Victoria Falls)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

You’re off-the-beaten-path tour of Zambia comes to a close as you take a domestic flight back to Lusaka for your onward international journey home. However, after two weeks exploring Zambia’s lesser-known regions and natural wonders, you’ll be leaving having experienced a truly wild African adventure, inspired to ask, “Where next?”.

Main Destination: Victoria Falls (Highlight)

Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
Drinks not included