6 Day Luxury South Luangwa Walking Safari

Join us on this unforgettable 6-Day Luxury Walking Safari in Zambia’s South Luangwa National Park, where under the guidance of Luambe Camp’s guides, you will explore on foot the incredible wilderness of South Luangwa and Luambe National Parks. Your journey will begin and end in Lusaka, Zambia – a few nights in Victoria Falls can be added on as well, speak to one of our experienced consultants on how we can make this walking safari a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

6 Day Luxury South Luangwa Walking Safari

Itinerary at a Glance:

  • Day 01

    Flight from Lusaka to Mfuwe, overnight in South Luangwa National Park

  • Day 02

    Travel to Luambe National Park, Luambe Camp

  • Day 03 & 04

    On walking safari in the Luambe National Park, Mobile Camping

  • Day 05

    Travel to Luambe Camp

  • Day 06

    Departure to Lusaka

Day 01

Flight from Lusaka to Mfuwe, overnight in South Luangwa National Park

Today you will begin your journey into one of the most iconic African national parks – the South Luangwa National Park. Your trip begins at Lusaka Airport where you will check in for your flight to Mfuwe Airport on the outskirts of the park.  Upon arrival, you will be transferred to a partner lodge of Luambe Camp where you will spend the night. Enjoy a restful evening before your walking safari begins tomorrow.

Luxury rooms on arrival in the South Luangwa National Park
The famous sausage tree overhanging the boma in South Luangwa

Day 02

Travel to Luambe National Park, Luambe Camp

Today will begin with a hearty breakfast before you head off on your transfer through the northern part of the South Luangwa National Park and into the Luambe National Park.  Luambe camp is set along the banks of the Luangwa River which makes for gorgeous views right from your tent.  Luambe Camp has only 4 tents, exclusivity at its best, each tent is furnished with 4-poster beds, ensuite bathrooms, an inside sitting area and a private veranda overlooking the river.

Luambe Camp, luxurious tents alongside the Luangwa River
A look inside the luxury tents at Luambe Camp
The Luambe Camp Boma, on the banks of the river

Upon arrival in camp, you will be given a briefing for the next two days whilst enjoying afternoon tea.  You will then head out on an afternoon game drive before returning to camp for a delicious dinner around the boma.

Day 03 & 04

On walking safari in the Luambe National Park, Mobile Camping

Today your walking safari through the Luambe National Park begins. Your day will begin with a light breakfast and coffee before setting out on foot towards your first mobile camp of the safari.

You will walk through the remote bushlands of the Luambe National Park, along the river, through the forest and over the open savannah.  You are likely to come across all kinds of wildlife such as hippos, elephants, wild dogs, lions, plains game and so much more – you are in excellent hands with your Luambe Camp Guide and a Zambia National Parks Scout with you at all times.

Walking along the riverbanks in the Luambe National Park
A luxurious bed under the start for the night
Kudu amongst the giant trees in Luambe National Park
Dine along the Luangwa River as the sun begins to set
Elephant and Carmine Bee Eaters in the dry riverbed

When the temperatures reach their highest around midday you will be led into the shade of the trees to escape the heat and settle down for a tasty lunch.  Once the heat subsides you will begin on foot again towards your mobile camp for the night.  The mobile camp is not your standard camp, these mobile camps have you sleeping under the stars on the banks of the river.  Each bed is draped with mosquito netting and fitted with the most comfortable linens to ensure you have a restful night.  Dinner is served as the sun begins to set.

Day 05

Travel to Luambe Camp

This morning you head out on your last morning of your walking safari, you will rise early from your star bed and set out on foot towards Luambe Camp.  A hearty brunch will be served under the beautiful trees.

After brunch, you will be transferred back to Luambe camp where you will spend the last night of your safari sharing stories around the campfire and taking in all that you have experienced over the past few days.

Lunch is taken under these magnificent trees
Relax and watch the river slip by from your tent at Luambe Camp
Hippos at sunset in the Luangwa River

Day 06

Departure to Lusaka

As all good things do, your time in the Luangwa Valley has come to an end.  After your last breakfast along the river, you will be transferred back to Mfuwe Airport in time for your flight to Lusaka.  From here you will continue your onward journey with incredible memories of your time in the South Luangwa and Luambe National Parks.

Tour Costs

June – October 2025
$3,695 per person sharing

Cost Include

01 nights accommodation on a full board basis (South Luangwa)
04 nights accommodation on a fully inclusive basis (Luambe Camp and Mobile Camps):
All meals
Teas, coffees & snacks
Twice daily game viewing activities / Walking safaris
Park fees
The services of a professional ranger and camp staff
Bar accounts (excl premium imports)

All road transfers as per itinerary
Tourism levy of 1 %

Flights:
Lusaka to Mfuwe return excl taxes (economy class)

Costs Exclude

Visas if required
Airport taxes
Personal items and gratuities
Bar accounts not specified
All drinks in South Luangwa
Meals not specified
Flights not specified

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