Zambia Safari Experience
Overview
A raw, less crowded African safari experience covering Lusaka, the world-renowned South Luangwa National Park and the majestic Victoria Falls in Livingstone – perfect for first-time safari travellers.
Highlights
- Evening game drive on arrival at South Luangwa
- Early morning Big 5 game drives
- Walking safari – unique to Zambia
- Bird watching in the wilderness
- Sunset cruise on the Zambezi River
- Guided tour of Victoria Falls ("The Smoke That Thunders")
- Optional helicopter ride over Victoria Falls
- Optional bungee jumping & river rafting
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Lusaka
Arrive in Lusaka via connecting flights (commonly via Dubai or Nairobi). Meet & greet at the airport with private transfer to hotel. Relax and settle in after the journey. Overnight stay in Lusaka.
Day 2: Transfer to South Luangwa National Park
Flight or road transfer to South Luangwa – one of Africa's finest wildlife parks. Check-in at safari lodge. Evening game drive for your first thrilling wildlife experience. Dinner and overnight at lodge.
Day 3: Safari in South Luangwa
Early morning game drive (the best time for wildlife sightings – elephants, lions, leopards, hippos and crocodiles). Breakfast at lodge. Optional walking safari, a unique Zambian experience. Evening game drive followed by dinner at lodge.
Day 4: More Safari & Relaxation
Morning safari or guided bird watching session. Leisure time at lodge – enjoy the pool, nature walks or simply soak in the wilderness views. Evening game drive. Overnight at lodge.
Day 5: Transfer to Livingstone
Transfer to Livingstone – the adventure capital of Zambia. Check-in at hotel. Relaxed evening with an optional sunset cruise on the legendary Zambezi River. Overnight stay in Livingstone.
Day 6: Visit Victoria Falls
Guided tour of the magnificent Victoria Falls, locally known as "The Smoke That Thunders" – one of the world's largest waterfalls. Optional activities include a helicopter ride over the falls, bungee jumping or white-water river rafting. Leisure evening. Overnight in Livingstone.
Day 7: Departure
Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to airport. Departure with unforgettable safari memories.
Trip Details
- hotel & safari lodge accommodation
- daily breakfast
- private airport transfers
- flight transfer to South Luangwa
- evening & morning game drives
- optional walking safari
- optional sunset cruise on Zambezi River
- guided Victoria Falls tour
FAQs
6 nights' accommodation across Lusaka, South Luangwa and Livingstone, daily breakfast, all transfers, game drives and a guided Victoria Falls tour. International flights, visas, travel insurance and optional activity charges are not included.
Cancellations made 30+ days before departure incur a 10% fee; 15–29 days before: 25%; 7–14 days: 50%; less than 7 days: 100%.
Indian passport holders can obtain an e-visa or visa on arrival for Zambia. We recommend applying for the e-visa in advance for a smoother entry.
For safari and wildlife sightings, May to October (dry season) is ideal. For the most dramatic views of Victoria Falls, February to May offers the fullest flow.