10 Day Zambia Safari

On this 10-Day Zambia Safari, we take you into two of Zambia’s most beautiful and remote safari areas, namely the South Luangwa Valley and Lower Zambezi National Parks. Both offer true wilderness experiences where big game including elephants, lions, wild dogs, hippos and many more species abound. We end the safari with some time at the Victoria Falls which is a natural spectacle that you should not miss. The safari starts and ends in Johannesburg, South Africa - the regional hub for all safaris to Southern Africa. Naturally, we can easily amend the itinerary to suit your specific interests if you decide you want to include other areas or spend more or less time in another.

10 Day Zambia Safari

Itinerary at a Glance:

  • Day 01

    Johannesburg to Mfuwe Lodge, South Luangwa National Park, Zambia

  • Day 02

    On Safari at Mfuwe Lodge, South Luangwa National Park, Zambia

  • Day 03

    Mfuwe Lodge to Kapamba Bushcamp, South Luangwa National Park, Zambia

  • Day 04 & 05

    On Safari at Kapamba Bushcamp, South Luangwa National Park, Zambia

  • Day 06

    Kapamba Bushcamp to Royal Zambezi Lodge, Lower Zambezi, Zambia

  • Day 07 & 08

    On Safari at the Royal Zambezi Lodge, Lower Zambezi, Zambia

  • Day 09

    Lower Zambezi to Waterberry Zambezi Lodge, Livingstone (Victoria Falls), Zambia

  • Day 10

    Experience the activities on offer at Waterberry Lodge

  • Day 11

    Livingstone to Johannesburg

Day 01

Johannesburg to Mfuwe Lodge, South Luangwa National Park, Zambia

Today you will board your scheduled flight at OR Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg for Lusaka, Zambia. On arrival, you will be met and assisted to a light aircraft for your flight to Mfuwe Airport.
Here you will be met and transferred by game drive vehicle to Mfuwe Lodge where you spend 02 nights on a full board basis including game-viewing activities, National Park fees & conservation levies, Airport and inter-camp transfers.

Sunset on the deck at Mfuwe Lodge
Relaxing lounge area at Mfuwe Lodge

Day 02

On Safari at Mfuwe Lodge, South Luangwa National Park, Zambia

Located on the edge of the South Luangwa National Park, the Mfuwe Lodge offers 18 en-suite chalets that look onto a lagoon that is home to hippos and crocs and is regularly visited by elephants. Daily Safari activities at Mfuwe Lodge can include both guided walking safaris that go out early in the morning or if you prefer open vehicle safaris that also leave just after dawn and again in the late afternoon and into the early evening with spotlights. Mfuwe Lodge is famed for the periodic visits of elephants right through the reception area!

Elephants often walk through the reception area at Mfuwe
The main area and boma at Mfuwe Lodge

Day 03

Mfuwe Lodge to Kapamba Bushcamp, South Luangwa National Park, Zambia

After breakfast, you will be transferred into the South Luangwa National Park and onto the Kapamba Bushcamp, where you will spend 03 nights on a full board basis including accommodation, drinks (except premium brands), game-viewing activities, National Park fees & conservation levies, Airport and inter-camp transfers.

Kapamba Bush Camp, South Luangwa, Zambia
Kapamba Bushcamp although rustic, ticks all the necessity boxes

Day 04 & 05

On Safari at Kapamba Bushcamp, South Luangwa National Park, Zambia

Kapamba Bushcamp is truly that - an authentic bush camp deep in the wilds of the national park. Built on the banks of the Kapamba River this camp has just 4 chalets offering a uniqueness in privacy and peacefulness. The river attracts a good flow of animal activity that can be watched from the camp.
However, it’s good to get out and about on the guided safaris - either on foot or by vehicle. A classic experience at the end of an afternoon walk or safari is to wade into the shallow waters and enjoy a sundowner right there in the water.

Walking Safari at Kapamba Bush Camp, Zambia
Sundowners set up in the Kapamba River, Zambia

Day 06

Kapamba Bushcamp to Royal Zambezi Lodge, Lower Zambezi, Zambia

After your last game drive you will be transferred to Mfuwe for your flight to Lusaka from where you will board your scheduled charter flight to the Lower Zambezi Valley. Upon landing you will be met and transferred to the Royal Zambezi Lodge.
Here you will spend 02 nights on a full board basis including soft drinks, house wines, local beers, non-premium drinks, teas & coffees, Two activities per day, Private Guiding/Vehicle/Boat, and a Complimentary 15-minute foot/hand massage at an award-winning Royal Bush Spa, WiFi, park fees and Laundry.

Leopards are among the big predators in the Lower Zambezi Valley, Zambia

Day 07 & 08

On Safari at the Royal Zambezi Lodge, Lower Zambezi, Zambia

Overlooking the Zambezi River, the Royal Zambezi Lodge is set under the big trees that typify the flood plains of the Zambezi Valley. The Zambezi Valley is synonymous with excellent game viewing for lions, leopards and elephants to name a few. It also offers some of the best freshwater game fishing in the subcontinent… all of this is set in a vast wilderness setting. Daily safari activities range from game drives both day and night, to fishing, sunset river safaris, guided canoeing trips and cultural village tours to one of the real and functioning villages in the area.

Pool area at Royal Zambezi Lodge overlooking the Zambezi River
Room Interior at Royal Zambezi Lodge

Day 09

Lower Zambezi to Waterberry Zambezi Lodge, Livingstone (Victoria Falls), Zambia

After breakfast, you will board your charter flight to Lusaka, where you will connect with your flight to Livingstone. On arrival, you will be met and transferred to Waterberry Lodge where you will spend 02 nights on a full board basis including accommodation, laundry & 2 in-house activities a day - Falls tour, river cruises, fishing, picnics birding & guided walks Airport transfers, Local drinks and house wines.

Waterberry Lodge is set in tranquil gardens on the banks of the Zambezi River

Day 10

Experience the activities on offer at Waterberry Lodge

The bustling little town of Livingstone is located just a couple of kilometres from the natural spectacle of Victoria Falls. The Waterberry Lodge itself is located 30 minutes upstream from the falls & town. The lodge is easy and friendly and is set right on the banks of the Zambezi in green gardens that offer shade and tranquillity. With just 7 chalets the lodge promises its guests staying there will not just be a number in a big hotel, but rather a friend.

Waterberry Lodge upstream from the Victoria Falls
A flight over the falls is an optional extra that can be arranged
The Victoria Falls are truly a natural spectacle
A guided walking tour of the falls is included in your stay

Daily activities on offer from the lodge include:
Guided tour of the falls
Sunset cruise on the river in the late afternoon
Fishing on a catch-and-release basis
A walking tour through the village guided by the staff who live there.

Day 11

Livingstone to Johannesburg

After breakfast, you will be transferred by road to Livingstone Airport where you will board your scheduled flight to Johannesburg, which marks the end of an unforgettable safari.

Safari Prices

2025
$9,880 per person sharing (16 Apr - May, Dec)
$11,085 per person sharing (Jun & Oct)
$11,760 per person sharing (Jul - Sep)
$10,755 per person sharing (Nov)

Price Includes

02 Nights accommodation on a full board basis including game-viewing activities, National Park fees & conservation levies, Airport and inter-camp transfers (Mfuwe Lodge)
03 Nights accommodation on a full board basis including drinks (except premium brands), game-viewing activities, National Park fees & conservation levies, Airport and inter-camp transfers (Kapamba Bushcamp)
03 Nights accommodation on a full board basis including soft drinks, house wines, local beers, non-premium drinks, teas & coffees, Two activities per day, Private Guiding/Vehicle/Boat (Not guaranteed for guests on any specials), Complimentary 15-minute foot/hand massage at the award-winning Royal Bush Spa, WiFi, park fees Laundry (Royal Zambezi Lodge)
02 Nights accommodation on a full board basis including laundry & 2 in-house activities a day - Falls tour, river cruises, fishing, picnics birding & guided walks Airport transfers, Local drinks and house wines (Waterberry Lodge)

All inter-camp transfers as per itinerary
All inter-camp flights as per itinerary

Price Excludes

Flights into and out of Zambia
Visas if required
Personal items and gratuities
Bar accounts not specified
Meals not specified
Flights not specified
Laundry
Travel Insurance
Additional activities/sightseeing/entry fees

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09 November 2024
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28 September 2024
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16 August 2024
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07 August 2024
We chose African Travel Gateway because of their awesome reviews and they did not disappoint! Bianca created a fabulous itinerary combining a luxury private reserve experience, a trip to Victoria Falls, a riverboat stay viewing the animals from a different perspective, ( and BTW the best scrambled eggs we have ever tasted) and a stay at a lodge where we saw different animals and a ride on a bush plane landing in what seemed the middle of nowhere! Every connection was seamless, no stress traveling at its best.Our hosts and guides were excellent, and lovely people. The food was wonderful and of course loved the sundowner drinks and our first” Bush Bar! Would definitely go back for more adventure, thank you ATG for a lovely experience!
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06 August 2024
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25 May 2024
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13 May 2024
Amazing, Outstanding and Fabulous are a few words to describe our Safari. This was my 7th African Safari, that Lize at So. African Travel has planned for my Family and Friends. All of them were extremely over the top and satisfying. From the accommodations, to the food and most of all seeing all of the Big Five at every Lodge. I highly recommend using Lize, as she has always given us many options to pick from. All of which have been perfectly organized by Lize. Once you fly into Johannesburg, she reserves a room for you at the Hotel right next to the airport. Then the next morning we fly into the Krueger to get to our Lodge. She also organizes the flight for you. And then after the Safari, we usually go into Cape Town, which she also organizes that flight too. We can't say enough about what a Great Travel Agent Lize is. If you want your trip to be perfect call Lize! Thank you Lize! as I said before "You're the Best"! Karen Lenew.
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