Duration
12-Day
South Luangwa National Park, Zambia
12-Day Refined by the Wild in Zambia
Overview
Arrive in Zambia and let the world soften around you. This journey blends deep wilderness and river stillness with layered safari encounters, moving seamlessly by light aircraft between ecosystems. Time is spent in places of exceptional wildlife density, guided by experts who read the land with quiet authority. From South Luangwa to the Lower Zambezi, luxury is defined by access, pacing, and perspective. Comfort supports immersion, allowing discovery to unfold naturally.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Lusaka to Lusaka (City)
Via South Luangwa NP, Lower Zambezi NP
Country & park
Zambia / South Luangwa National Park
Style
Safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
7 years
Activities
game drives, evening/night game drives, walking safaris (with an armed guide), canoe/mokoro safaris & boat trip
Accommodation
Latitude 15° - Luxury hotel in Lusaka (City) – Breakfast Included
Meals
Breakfast Included; All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
GBP
Rates
Rates Per Person
GBP
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jun 1, 2026 - Nov 30, 2026
£13,426 GBP
£10,010 GBP
Dec 1, 2026 - May 31, 2027
£11,479 GBP
£8,701 GBP
Jun 1, 2027 - Nov 30, 2027
£14,097 GBP
£10,511 GBP
Before booking
Important To Know
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in British Pounds (GBP).
This tour accepts children who are 7 years and older.
Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. Flights may cost more, depending on travel dates. If so, your quote will reflect this.
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Route
country
Zambia
Start
Lusaka (Day 1)
Day 2-7
South Luangwa NP
Day 8-11
Lower Zambezi NP
End
Lusaka (City) (Day 12)
Tour Features
Luxury tour
This luxury tour uses tented camps and hotels.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
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Minimum age of 7 years
The minimum age for this tour is 7 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives, evening/night game drives, walking safaris (with an armed guide), canoe/mokoro safaris & boat trip
Game drives: open-sided 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: normal 4x4 vehicle & air transfer
This operator can book your international flights
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1
Latitude 15°
Luxury hotel in Lusaka (City) – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 2-4
Time + Tide Mchenja
Luxury bush camp inside South Luangwa NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 5-7
Time + Tide Kakuli
Luxury tented camp inside South Luangwa NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 8-11
Time + Tide Chongwe Camp
Luxury tented camp bordering Lower Zambezi NP without fences – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 12
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Meals at Own Expense
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Touching Down in Lusaka
Arrive in Lusaka and pause before the wilderness calls. This first night offers space to rest, recover, and adjust after international travel, helping you feel refreshed and present. It creates a calm, unhurried transition so the safari experience begins grounded and with ease. Luxury hotel located in Lusaka (City) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Lusaka (City) Stay: Latitude 15° Luxury hotel located in Lusaka (City) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Day 2
Entering the Luangwa Valley
Fly into South Luangwa and arrive beside a quiet bend of the Luangwa River at Mchenja Bush Camp, where wildlife movement is constant, and encounters feel close and immediate. This stretch of riverine forest is known for elephants crossing at dusk and predators moving confidently along open banks, with frequent leopard sightings and hippos gathered in deep channels. Safari here is intimate, with short distances, lingering sightings, and a strong sense of proximity to the land. From Mchenja Bush Camp, explore on expertly guided walking safaris that reveal the bush at ground level, and game drives that track wildlife through changing light from dawn to night. Seasonal night drives offer a chance to see nocturnal species, while bush picnics and riverside breakfasts bring long pauses in wild settings. Evenings are marked by open air dinners under the stars and the sounds of the river nearby, creating a rhythm that feels both wild and deeply personal. Luxury bush camp located inside South Luangwa NP All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
Destination: South Luangwa National Park Stay: Time + Tide Mchenja Luxury bush camp located inside South Luangwa NP Meals: All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
Day 5
Deepening Perspective in South Luangwa
Remain within South Luangwa but shift further upriver to Kakuli Bush Camp, where the landscape opens into wider floodplains and long views across the valley. This area encourages a broader understanding of the ecosystem, with longer game drives that explore varied habitats and reveal shifting wildlife patterns through changing terrain and light. The experience feels expansive rather than intimate, adding depth to your journey through the valley. From camp, guided walking safaris bring close attention to tracks, plants, and river life along the Luangwa, while boat trips on the river offer a different perspective of hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife. Sundowner drives pause in open spaces as the sky deepens in colour, and night drives reveal the activity of nocturnal species. Evenings at camp are relaxed, with time around the fire and open-air dining that connects you to the sounds and rhythms of the bush. Luxury tented camp located inside South Luangwa NP All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
Destination: South Luangwa National Park Stay: Time + Tide Kakuli Luxury tented camp located inside South Luangwa NP Meals: All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
Day 8
Following the Zambezi
Travel south by light aircraft to the Lower Zambezi and Chongwe River Camp, where escarpments rise behind broad river channels and the pace shifts once more. Set at the meeting point of the Chongwe and Zambezi rivers, the camp offers a blend of water and land based safari. Canoe safaris drift quietly past elephants and hippos, while guided boat cruises explore hidden channels rich with birdlife. Afternoon game drives trace the riverbanks as wildlife gathers to drink, and walking safaris reveal tracks, plants, and smaller details of the ecosystem. At camp, guests can also enjoy catch and release fishing, sunset river cruises, and relaxed time in riverside hides watching wildlife at close range. Evenings are spent around the fire or dining under open skies, as the river reflects the fading light. This final stage widens the lens, offering contrast and balance after the intensity of the Luangwa, and a peaceful sense of completion to the journey. Luxury tented camp bordering Lower Zambezi NP without fences All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
Destination: Lower Zambezi National Park Stay: Time + Tide Chongwe Camp Luxury tented camp bordering Lower Zambezi NP without fences Meals: All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
Day 12
Start your Journey Home
This luxury journey through Zambia is defined by progression. Each location builds on the last, and each landscape offers a new way of seeing. By pairing exceptional wildlife regions with thoughtful transitions and quiet, well-judged comfort, it delivers depth without excess. The result is a safari that feels assured and complete, leaving travellers with a layered understanding of Zambia and a lasting connection to its wild heart. Meals at own expense Drinks not included
Destination: Lusaka (City) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Meals at own expense Drinks not included
Tour step
End of tour
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Included
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All flights during the tour
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Excluded
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Lusaka
This operator can book your international flights
Fly to/from Kenneth Kaunda Airport (LUN - Check price) in Lusaka
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Offered by
Journey Africa
4.8 operator rating
Journey Africa is a luxury Tour Operator crafting private, considered safaris and journeys across Africa's most remarkable landscapes. Journeys Shaped by Purpose. Crafted, Never Packaged. Luxury with Support. Exploration that leaves a Legacy.
Office In
United Kingdom
Size
1-5 employees (Founded in 2025)
Member Of
IATA & ATOL
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Botswana, Kenya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Rwanda, Seychelles, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe
Practical answers
Tour FAQs
Are rates charged per person?
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Which currency is this tour priced in?
This tour is offered in British Pounds (GBP).
Can children join this tour?
This tour accepts children who are 7 years and older.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Latitude 15° - Luxury hotel in Lusaka (City) – Breakfast Included. Meals: Breakfast Included
Where does this tour start and end?
This tour starts and ends in Lusaka
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Journey Africa, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. If flights cost more, your quote will reflect this.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Journey Africa.
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