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13-Day Animal Kingdom of Zambia

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Trip Overview

This itinerary offers you amazing safari experience in the three top wildlife areas in Zambia, most of which are also the best in Africa. In two weeks, you'll see why Zambia is gloriously underestimated.

Explore the breathtaking safari in Lower Zambezi with waterbed activities such as canoe safaris and a boat cruise with the chance of seeing the Big 5 on the water's edge as you laze along the river. Enjoy game drive exclusivity in Kafue National Park. The second-largest and one of the oldest parks in Africa, Kafue National Park is some of the last remaining unspoiled parks of Africa, covering much of central Zambia, it's also Africa's largest.

End your Zambia tour with game drives in the morning and evening, and the legendary walking safaris in the famous South Luangwa National Park, the first on the continent.
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Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive in Zambia

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Arrive in Zambia

On arrival at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN), our representative will pick you up and transfer you to Kiambi Safari Lodge in the Lower Zambezi National Park, where you will stay for first three nights which will give you an unforgettable Zambia tour experience.

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    Accommodation

    Kiambi Safari Lodge

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Kiambi Safari Lodge

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    Meals

    Dinner

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    Destinations

    Chiawa

Day 2

Day of Boat Tours in Lower Zambezi

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Day of Boat Tours in Lower Zambezi

The day starts with breakfast in the morning followed by a three-hour guided canoeing safari outing, during your safari you are likely to see elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and lots of birds as make your way along the Zambezi River. You will return to the lodge in time for lunch. Then, relax, take a nap or go for a stroll to stretch your legs. You'll do a sunset boat cruise in the late afternoon. Sip on some sundowners as the animals wake up from their equally lazy afternoon.

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    Accommodation

    Kiambi Safari Lodge

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    Activities

    Guided Canoe Safari in the Lower Zambezi National Park

    Sunset Cruise on Lower Zambezi River with Kiambi Safari Lodge

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Chiawa

    Lusaka Province

Day 3

Game Safari Day in Lower Zambezi

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Game Safari Day in Lower Zambezi

Have breakfast first, then choose your morning activity, a game drive, a walking safari, or boat cruise on the Zambezi. Return to the lodge in time for lunch and have time to relax. Later in the afternoon, you will be served with an afternoon tea and coffee with snacks, followed by an afternoon game drive or sunset boat cruise that goes into the evening. Return to the lodge to relax and have dinner as the sky lights up with stars.

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    Accommodation

    Kiambi Safari Lodge

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    Activities

    Guided Canoe Safari in the Lower Zambezi National Park

    Lower Zambezi National Park

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Chiawa

    Lusaka Province

Day 4

Full-Day Transfer to Kafue National Park

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Full-Day Transfer to Kafue National Park

After breakfast, you will be picked up by our driver. As the transfer from Kiambi to Mu-Fungata Lodge in Kafue takes about 7 hours there will be a packed lunch and drinks ready for you when you want it. When you arrive, check-in and then relax, enjoy some drinks from the bar with the river view. Later in the evening, you will be served dinner.

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    Accommodation

    Mu-Fungata Safari Lodge

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Kiambi Safari Lodge to Mu-Fungata Safaris

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Chiawa

    Namwala

Day 5

Game Viewing Activities in Kafue

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Game Viewing Activities in Kafue

Start your day with breakfast followed by the morning game viewing activities that will be either a game drive or walking safari in Kafue National Park, then return to the lodge for lunch and free time to relax by the pool. Later in the afternoon, have some tea and coffee with snacks before you get ready for your afternoon activity which is either a game drive safari or a chance to try some rock climbing. Return to the lodge in time for dinner.

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    Accommodation

    Mu-Fungata Safari Lodge

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    Activities

    Game Drive from Hippo Lodge

    Afternoon Game Viewing in Kafue National Park

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Namwala

    Central Province

    Northwestern Province

Day 6

Safari Day in Kafue National Park

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Safari Day in Kafue National Park

Start your day with breakfast followed by the morning game viewing activities that will be either a game drive or walking safari in Kafue National Park, then return to the lodge for lunch and free time to relax by the pool. Later in the afternoon, have some tea and coffee with snacks before you get ready for your afternoon activity which is either a game drive safari or a chance to try some rock climbing. Return to the lodge in time for dinner.

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    Accommodation

    Mu-Fungata Safari Lodge

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    Activities

    Game Drive from Hippo Lodge

    Afternoon Game Viewing in Kafue National Park

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Namwala

    Central Province

    Northwestern Province

Day 7

Fly from Lusaka to Mfuwe

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Fly from Lusaka to Mfuwe

Have breakfast in the morning and then our driver will pick you and transfer you to Lusaka International Airport in time for your flight to Mfuwe in South Luangwa National Park. The transfer takes about four and half hours so you will leave the lodge with a packed lunch. When you arrive in Mfuwe, there will be a driver ready to take you to your lodge in South Luangwa National Park and assist with check-in.

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    Accommodation

    Wildlife Camp

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Mu-Fungata Safaris to Lusaka

    Plane from Lusaka to Mfuwe

    Private Driver from Mfuwe to Wildlife Camp

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Namwala

    Mambwe

Day 8

Game Viewing in South Luangwa National Park

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Game Viewing in South Luangwa National Park

Start your morning early with breakfast, then head out on your morning game drive or walking safari with your guide who will teach you a little about bushcraft. Then you will return to the lodge in time for lunch, and an afternoon of relaxation. Late-afternoon, you'll have tea, coffee and snacks in preparation for the night game drive that leaves around 4 pm. You'll return for dinner.

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    Accommodation

    Wildlife Camp

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    Activities

    Walking Safari in South Luangwa National Park

    Late-Afternoon Game Drive at South Luangwa National Park

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Mambwe

    Northern Province

Day 9

Safari Day in South Luangwa National Park

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Safari Day in South Luangwa National Park

Start your morning early with breakfast, then head out on your morning game drive or walking safari with your guide who will teach you a little about bushcraft. Then you will return to the lodge in time for lunch, and an afternoon of relaxation. Late-afternoon, you'll have tea, coffee and snacks in preparation for the night game drive that leaves around 4 pm. You'll return for dinner.

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    Accommodation

    Wildlife Camp

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    Activities

    Wildlife Camp Morning Safari in South Luangwa National Park

    Late-Afternoon Game Drive at South Luangwa National Park

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Mambwe

    Northern Province

Day 10

Morning Game Drive and Drive to Nsefu Sector

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Morning Game Drive and Drive to Nsefu Sector

Have breakfast, then one last game drive or walking safari here before returning to the camp for lunch. A guide will take you from the Wildlife Camp to Zikomo Safari Camp, still within South Luangwa National Park but in the Nsefu Sector. Later in the afternoon, have some tea at Zikomo Safari Camp, followed by the afternoon to night game drive, returning to the camp for dinner and relaxation time at the bar.

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    Accommodation

    Zikomo Safari Camp

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    Activities

    Morning Game Drive or Walking Safari with Wildlife Camp

    Late-Afternoon Game Drive in Nsefu Sector

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Wildlife Camp to Zikomo Safari Camp

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Mambwe

    Northern Province

    Eastern Province

Day 11

Game Viewing in South Luangwa's Nsefu Sector

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Game Viewing in South Luangwa's Nsefu Sector

Start your morning early with breakfast, then head out on your morning game drive or walking safari with your guide who will teach you a little about bushcraft. Then, you will return to the lodge in time for lunch, and an afternoon of relaxation. Late-afternoon, you'll have tea, coffee and snacks in preparation for the night game drive that leaves around 4 pm. You'll return for dinner by the pool.

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    Accommodation

    Zikomo Safari Camp

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    Activities

    Morning Game Viewing in South Luangwa

    Late-Afternoon Game Drive in Nsefu Sector

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Eastern Province

Day 12

Safari Day in South Luangwa's Nsefu Sector

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Safari Day in South Luangwa's Nsefu Sector

Start your morning early with breakfast, then head out on your morning game drive or walking safari with your guide who will teach you a little about bushcraft. Then, you will return to the lodge in time for lunch, and an afternoon of relaxation. Late-afternoon, you'll have tea, coffee and snacks in preparation for the night game drive that leaves around 4 pm. You'll return for dinner by the pool.

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    Accommodation

    Zikomo Safari Camp

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    Activities

    Morning Game Viewing in South Luangwa

    Late-Afternoon Game Drive in Nsefu Sector

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Eastern Province

Day 13

Departure from South Luangwa National Park

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Departure from South Luangwa National Park

Depending on your flight time, you may do your last morning game drive and leave after lunch. At some stage, a guide from Zikomo Safari Camp will pick you up and transfer you to Mfuwe Airport in time for your flight to Lusaka.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Zikomo Safari Camp to Mfuwe International Airport

    Plane from Mfuwe International Airport to Lusaka

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Eastern Province

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What’s included?

  • 12 nights accommodation
  • 18 activities
  • 12 breakfasts, 11 lunches and 12 dinners
  • Airport transfer
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Laundry
  • Licensed English speaking guides

What’s not included?

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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