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8-Day Sable Safari - Southern Kafue Explorer

Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, Zambia

8-Day Sable Safari - Southern Kafue Explorer

4.9 / 5 · 37 reviews Offered by Zamsato 8-Day

Overview

The 8-day Roan Safari - Southern Kafue Explorer features the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park and the vast Kafue National Park. Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park is the only national park in Zambia that is home to the square-lipped rhinoceros. The Kafue National Park is the biggest Zambian National Park, with more than 500 bird species recorded and a number of iconic mammal species, including sable and roan antelopes.

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Quick Facts

Tour details

Duration

8-Day

Route

Livingstone to Lusaka

Via Mosi-oa-Tunya NP, Kafue NP, Lusaka (City)

Country & park

Zambia / Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park

Style

Shared safari

Group size

1-12 travelers

Starts

On request

Minimum age

12 years

Activities

game drives & walking safaris (with an armed guide)

Accommodation

Kalahari Sand Ridge Inn Budget guest house in Livingstone (City) – Breakfast Included +6 Photos +5 Photos - Budget guest house in Livingstone (City) – Breakfast Included

Meals

Breakfast Included; Breakfast & Lunch Included

Pickup

Airport transfer included

Booking

Request quote

Currency

USD

Solo travelers

Can join this group tour

8-Day Sable Safari - Southern Kafue Explorer
Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park visual context for this itinerary.

Rates

Rates Per Person

USD

Start datesSingle2+ people
Jun 24, 2026 n/a* USD $2,706 USD
Jul 15, 2026 n/a* USD $2,706 USD
Aug 5, 2026 n/a* USD $2,706 USD
Aug 26, 2026 n/a* USD $2,706 USD
Sep 18, 2026 n/a* USD $2,706 USD
Oct 8, 2026 n/a* USD $2,706 USD
Oct 28, 2026 n/a* USD $2,706 USD
Nov 18, 2026 n/a* USD $2,706 USD
Dec 9, 2026 n/a* USD $2,706 USD
Apr 14, 2027 n/a* USD $2,706 USD
May 5, 2027 n/a* USD $2,706 USD
May 26, 2027 n/a* USD $2,706 USD
Jun 16, 2027 n/a* USD $2,706 USD
Jul 7, 2027 n/a* USD $2,706 USD
Jul 28, 2027 n/a* USD $2,706 USD
Aug 18, 2027 n/a* USD $2,706 USD
Sep 8, 2027 n/a* USD $2,706 USD
Sep 29, 2027 n/a* USD $2,706 USD
Oct 20, 2027 n/a* USD $2,706 USD
Nov 10, 2027 n/a* USD $2,706 USD
Dec 1, 2027 n/a* USD $2,706 USD
Dec 22, 2027 n/a* USD $2,706 USD
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Important To Know

This tour is not available to single travelers.
This group tour requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 12 years and older.

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Route

Tour route map
country Zambia
Start Livingstone (Day 1)
Day 2 Mosi-oa-Tunya NP
Day 3-6 Kafue NP
Day 7 Lusaka (City)
Day 8 Kenneth Kaunda Airport (Lusaka)
End Lusaka (Day 8)

Tour Features

Budget tour

This budget tour includes camping and lodges.

Shared tour

On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 8 people per vehicle.

Scheduled departures

This tour starts on fixed start dates only.

Can be customized

You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.

Not for single travelers

Single travelers cannot join this group tour and it requires a minimum of 2 people to run.

12
Minimum age of 12 years

The minimum age for this tour is 12 years.

Activities & Transportation

Activities: game drives & walking safaris (with an armed guide)
Game drives: open-sided 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: normal 4x4 vehicle
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Accommodation & Meals

Kalahari Sand Ridge Inn Budget guest house in Livingstone (City) – Breakfast Included +6 Photos +5 Photos

Day 1

Kalahari Sand Ridge Inn Budget guest house in Livingstone (City) – Breakfast Included +6 Photos +5 Photos

Budget guest house in Livingstone (City) – Breakfast Included

Breakfast Included

Kalahari Sand Ridge Inn Budget guest house in Livingstone (City) – Breakfast Included +6 Photos +5 PhotosKalahari Sand Ridge Inn Budget guest house in Livingstone (City) – Breakfast Included +6 Photos +5 PhotosKalahari Sand Ridge Inn Budget guest house in Livingstone (City) – Breakfast Included +6 Photos +5 Photos
Kalahari Sand Ridge Inn Budget guest house less than 1hr drive from Mosi-oa-Tunya NP – Breakfast & Lunch Included

Day 2

Kalahari Sand Ridge Inn Budget guest house less than 1hr drive from Mosi-oa-Tunya NP – Breakfast & Lunch Included

Budget guest house less than 1hr drive from Mosi-oa-Tunya NP – Breakfast & Lunch Included

Breakfast & Lunch Included

Budget camping Inside Kafue NP – All Meals Included

Day 3-6

Budget camping Inside Kafue NP – All Meals Included

Inside Kafue NP – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

Wild Dogs Lodge

Day 7

Wild Dogs Lodge

Mid-range lodge in Lusaka (City) – Breakfast & Lunch Included

Breakfast & Lunch Included

Wild Dogs LodgeWild Dogs LodgeWild Dogs Lodge

Day 8

End of tour

No accommodation

(No accommodation)

Breakfast Included

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.

Arrival in Livingstone

Day 1

Arrival in Livingstone

Upon arrival at Livingstone's "Harry Mwanga Nkumbula" International Airport (LVI), we welcome you and transfer you to the lodge where you'll do the final preparations for the 8-day Roan Safari - Southern Kafue Explorer. Accommodation will be in comfortable rooms. Budget guest house located in Livingstone (City) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Livingstone (City) Stay: Kalahari Sand Ridge Inn Budget guest house located in Livingstone (City) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park / Victoria Falls

Day 2

Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park / Victoria Falls

Did you know that Livingstone's Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park has square-lipped rhinos, aka white rhinos? In the morning, when it is still cool, you will head to the national park and go on a walking safari. This is our chance to see nature from the ground level, check for tracks, and talk about plants and their use. The aim is to find some of the white rhinos and see them from a close range. After this exhausting exercise, you'll have a picnic by the river. A visit to Livingstone isn't complete without seeing the Victoria Falls. To do this is the plan for the afternoon. Accommodation is in rooms. Lunch and dinner are at your own expense. Budget guest house located less than 1hr drive from Mosi-oa-Tunya NP Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park Stay: Kalahari Sand Ridge Inn Budget guest house located less than 1hr drive from Mosi-oa-Tunya NP Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Southern Kafue National Park

Day 3

Southern Kafue National Park

You'll be leaving Livingstone, by the way Northern Rhodesia's first capital, northward and head back to the wild. The southern Kafue National Park is our target. Mopane and Teak woodlands, the Nanzhila Plains, Lake Itezhi-Tezhi. You'll look for buffalos and elephants. Did you know that "Game Rangers International" operates Camp Phoenix in this part of the national park? This is the release facility for orphaned elephant babies. You will pay them a visit on day 4 when it is feeding time for the young elephants. Accommodation is in our comfortable canvas tents. Inside Kafue NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Kafue National Park Stay: Budget camping Inside Kafue NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Central Kafue National Park

Day 5

Central Kafue National Park

You'll move further north but still in the Kafue National Park. This park is the largest and most biodiverse in Zambia. It's similar in size to Wales or Massachusetts. Since you are inside the national park, you'll do a game drive to the next camp. You'll cross numerous small creeks and drive over hills, always on the lookout for animals and birds. Your camp is on the banks of the Kafue River. You will stay in our comfortable canvas tents. On day 6, you will do some of the game drive loops. Inside Kafue NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Kafue National Park Stay: Budget camping Inside Kafue NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Lusaka

Day 7

Lusaka

After your last breakfast in the wilderness, you will pack up everything. The drive out to the Kafue National Park will be your last game drive on this safari. As soon as you reach the tarmac, you will head east towards Lusaka. Your big circle around the western part of Zambia is complete. You will finish your Kwalata Safari —the Southern Kafue Explorer in Lusaka. Accommodation will be in rooms. Mid-range lodge located in Lusaka (City) Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Lusaka (City) Stay: Wild Dogs Lodge Mid-range lodge located in Lusaka (City) Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Departure

Day 8

Departure

After a comfortable night at the lodge, you will have your last breakfast together. Depending on your flight time, we can do some sightseeing in Lusaka or just spend time relaxing. We will transfer you to Lusaka "Kenneth Kaunda" International Airport (LUN) for your departure for your onward flight. Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Lusaka Airport (Lusaka) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other 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)

Camping equipment

A professional driver/guide

All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)

All Taxes/VAT

Roundtrip airport transfer

Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Drinking water (On all days)

Excluded

International flights (From/to home)

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour

Sleeping bag

Bath towels

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 in Livingstone and ends in Lusaka, Zambia
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
Fly to Harry Mwanga Nkumbula Airport (LVI - Check price) in Livingstone
Fly back 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
Zamsato
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Offered by

Zamsato

4.9 operator rating 37 reviews

Zamsato - Zambia Safaris & Adventure Tours specializes in authentic, tailor-made safari experiences across Zambia. From breathtaking wildlife encounters to cultural explorations, we offer expertly guided tours that showcase the best of Zambia's natural beauty and adventure. Explore Africa your way with Zamsato!

Office In

Zambia

Size

1-5 employees (Founded in 2007)

Tour Types

Custom mid-range tours that can start every day

Destinations

Botswana, Malawi, Namibia, Tanzania, Zambia

Traveler feedback

Reviews

4.90 average

Overall

5.0/5

Communication

5.0/5

Accuracy

5.0/5

Value

5.0/5

Safety clarity

5.0/5

Cultural value

5.0/5
Verified

Very knowledgeable and showed a great love for Zambia and its environment!

Daniel arranged a tour for me after I gave him my dates and budget and an idea of what I'd like to see in Zambia. He responded quickly with a full itinerary and after that he always responded quickly to any queries I had before the trip. Overall, I had about 8 days visiting Victoria Falls, Lusaka and South Luangwa. It was all very well organised and Daniel knew so much about the country and the places we passed through. The highlight was definitely the time in South Luangwa with its fascinating wildlife. Daniel's knowledge here was incredible too and a real bonus. He seemed to know the names, habitats and behaviours of every bird or animal we saw, no matter how obscure! The tour was excellent and the accommodation provided was of a good standard - clean, comfortable but also nicely African in style. Daniel was very flexible and accommodating while on tour. I'd definitely book again!

Glen Thompson · Rwanda

Verified

Excellent safari to Kafue NP with Daniel from Zamsato

I booked a 4-night camping safari to Kafue NP through Zamsato starting in Livingstone and ending in Lusaka. Daniel, the owner of Zamsato tours, was also my driver and guide during the safari tour. It was very easy to communicate with him through emails before the tour to discuss all details of the tour. During the tour he was an excellent guide who knew a lot about flora and fauna of the park so I was able to learn a lot about the nature in this part of the world. Additionaly, he is also a great cook - as I booked a camping tour we prepared our own meals in the camps, from scratch and with fresh ingredients. It was a great experience sleeping in a tent and listening to the voices of nocturnal Africa. I would definitely recommend Zamsato and I also plan to book them again when I am back to Zambia.

Matjaz Nose · Slovenia

Verified

Family in the Bush

This was the highlight of our Zambia Safari The wildlife sightings in the park were spectacular. We came to Zambia to see Leapords and we were not disappointed. The accomadations were cozy and the food was phenomenal. The owners victoria and David were gracious and a pleasure to know. Dinners were spent with the hosts and we had a feeling of being with family. What they have given back to the local community is commendable. It is always uplifting to br with people of high character. The guides were knowledgable and a pleasure to be with. The time at camp is unforgetable and I hope to return sooner than later. This was a memory I will cherish.

Joe SUbsits · United States

Verified

Experienced and Professional local tour operator in Zambia

Daniel put together an extremely well organized tour which exactly met our requirements. He has obviously built up a network of experienced, reliable and friendly contacts to support him. Highlight of our trip was canoeing down the lower Zambesi - getting up close to the crocs, hippos and elephants.

David Green · Netherlands

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Tour FAQs

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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 US dollars (USD).

Can children join this tour?

This tour accepts children who are 12 years and older.

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?

Kalahari Sand Ridge Inn Budget guest house in Livingstone (City) – Breakfast Included +6 Photos +5 Photos - Budget guest house in Livingstone (City) – Breakfast Included. Meals: Breakfast Included

Are airport transfers included?

A transfer from and back to the airport is included

How does the quote request work?

We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators () Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly

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Disclaimer

This tour is offered by Zamsato, 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.

This group tour requires a minimum of 2 people to run.

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 Zamsato.

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