5 day Zambia Safari

Our 5-Day Zambia Safari takes you to just two of Zambia’s many highlights. The first stop is the Victoria Falls which is a must-see if you have come all the way to this part of Africa. From here we visit the Lower Zambezi National Park, a wildlife region in the southeast part of the country.  Home to big trees, big game and beautiful big blue skies, the Lower Zambezi never fails to enchant an African traveller. The safari includes flights both regionally (from and back to Johannesburg) and of course the internal light aircraft transfers needed to join the two regions. We can amend this itinerary to lengthen or add in other areas should you wish.

5 day Zambia Safari

Itinerary at a Glance:

  • Day 01

    Johannesburg to Livingstone, Zambia

  • Day 02

    Guided Tour of Victoria Falls on the Zambian side

  • Day 03

    Livingstone to Lower Zambezi Valley

  • Day 04 & 05

    On Safari at Royal Zambezi, Lower Zambezi, Zambia

  • Day 06

    Royal Zambezi (via Luska) to Johannesburg

Day 01

Johannesburg to Livingstone, Zambia

Today you board your flight from Johannesburg to Livingstone, Zambia for the start of your 5-Day Zambia Safari. On arrival, you will be met and transferred to the Royal Livingstone Hotel where you spend the next (2) nights on a bed-and-breakfast basis.

The lawns at Royal Livingstone attract regular animal traffic
A Suite Interior, Royal Livingstone

Livingstone is a small yet bustling little town close to Victoria Falls on the Zambian side. The Royal Livingstone Hotel is situated right on the banks of the Zambezi River a little way upstream from where the water plunges into the gorge. Located next to the Mosi oa Tunya National Park guests at the Royal Livingstone regularly see wildlife including hippos and elephants from the hotel property.

Day 02

Guided Tour of Victoria Falls on the Zambian side

After breakfast, you will be taken on a guided tour of the falls where you can see the falls in their full glory.  A visit to the local market is also possible where all manner of curios and memorabilia can be seen or purchased. By lunch time you will be back at the hotel and in the afternoon you will be taken on a sunset boat cruise aboard the African Queen. This boat cruise includes drinks & snacks.

Swimming Pool, Royal Livingstone, Zambia
Zambezi River above the Falls, Royal Livingstone

Day 03

Livingstone to Lower Zambezi Valley

This morning after breakfast you will be collected from the hotel and transferred to the Livingstone Airport. Here you board your light aircraft for the flight (via Lusaka), into the Lower Zambezi Valley. Upon landing you will be met and transferred to the Royal Zambezi where you spend the next (3) nights on a fully inclusive basis.

Royal Zambezi overlooks the Zambezi River

Day 04 & 05

On Safari at Royal Zambezi, Lower Zambezi, Zambia

The Royal Zambezi is on the banks of the seemingly lazy but voluminous Zambezi River. The area is a vast wilderness with a landcape varying from rugged hills, big trees on expansive flood plains, and of course the river itself.
Safari activities range from game drives, canoeing safaris, boating safaris, fishing, visits to local villages or simply relaxing and unwinding in an African setting.

Room Interior, Royal Zambezi
Lions, buffalo, elephant and much more are regularly seen
Swimming Pool, Royal Zambezi
Canoe Safari on the Zambezi River

Day 06

Royal Zambezi (via Luska) to Johannesburg

This morning after your game drive and safari, you will be transferred to the airstrip for your flight back to Lusaka Airport. Here you connect with the commercial flight back to Johannesburg, South Africa.

Safari Price

2025
$5,425 per person sharing (Jan)
$5,530 per person sharing (Feb - May)
$6,405 per person sharing (June, Oct - Nov)
$6,540 per person sharing (July - Sep)
$5,805 per person sharing (Dec)

Price Includes

02 Night’s accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis (Royal Livingstone)
03 Night’s accommodation on a fully inclusive basis:
All meals,  soft drinks, house wines, local beers,non premium drinks, teas & coffees, Two activities per day and park fees (Royal Zambezi)

All road transfers as per itinerary
Light aircraft transfers as per itinerary
Sightseeing in Victoria Falls as per itinerary
Airport taxes subject to change

Flights:
JNB - Livingstone One Way Incl taxes (Economy Class)
Lusaka - JNB One way Incl taxes (Economy Class)

Price Excludes

Personal items and gratuities
Lunches & dinners at Livingstone (Vic Falls)
Visas if required
Bar accounts not specified
Meals not specified
Flights not specified
Laundry
Travel Insurance
Additional activities / sightseeing / entry fees

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