Duration
7-Day
South Luangwa National Park, Zambia
South Luangwa is arguably one of the best wildlife and safari destinations in Africa. During the dry season, the river attracts hundreds of wildlife making it a safari hotspot. The Lower Zambezi is also arguably one of the most thrilling &and relaxing safari destinations in Africa with an array of activities on offer both on land and Zambezi River. A combination of these two safari destinations will leave you with the most thrilling, adventurous, wildlife packed and relaxing safari experience.
Plan snapshot
Duration
7-Day
Route
Lusaka to Lusaka
Via South Luangwa NP, Lower Zambezi NP
Country & park
Zambia / South Luangwa National Park
Style
Mid-range safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
6 years
Activities
game drives, evening/night game drives & boat trip
Accommodation
Mopani Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge bordering South Luangwa NP without fences – Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included – Day 2-3: All Meals Included +4 Photos +3 Photos - Mid-range lodge bordering South Luangwa NP without fences
Meals
Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2-3: All Meals Included; All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
USD
Before booking
Quote flow
This mid-range tour uses lodges.
This tour will be organized exclusively for you. However, wildlife viewing activities are run by the lodges/camps and will be shared with others.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request changes to this tour.
Solo travelers cannot book this private tour.
The minimum age for this tour is 6 years.
Day 1-3
Mid-range lodge bordering South Luangwa NP without fences
Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2-3: All Meals Included
Day 4-6
Mid-range lodge bordering Lower Zambezi NP without fences – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 7
(No accommodation)
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Tour step
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
You will have a flight (morning or afternoon), depending on the flight schedule for that day. We will pick up at Mfuwe Airport and transfer to the lodge (Mopani Lodge or Wildlife Camp). You will have an evening/night drive and enjoy a delicious dinner. Beers and wines are not included in the rate in South Luangwa. Mid-range lodge bordering South Luangwa NP without fences Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 2
Light breakfast is served before a morning game drive to keep you comfortable but a more heavy meal (brunch) is served after the game drive. If you prefer a combination of a heavy breakfast before the drive and lunch at around midday, kindly communicate this to the lodge upon arrival. The game drive here is beyond magical as you will be able to have spectacular sightings of the biggest game including lions and leopards. South Luangwa is one of the best safari destinations in Africa. Mid-range lodge bordering South Luangwa NP without fences All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 4
Depending on the time of the flight to Lusaka, you will have a chance for a morning game drive. Then you will transfer to Mfuwe Airport for a flight to Lusaka. You will have a road transfer to Lower Zambezi upon arrival in Lusaka (flights to Lower Zambezi are available at an extra rate). Your lunch will be on the way. You will have a sunset cruise/sundowner cruise (this is dependent on the time of your arrival). Your dinner will be a 3-course meal. Mid-range lodge bordering Lower Zambezi NP without fences All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 5
You will have an early breakfast and leave for a morning game drive or a full-day game drive (a full-day game drive is from morning to late afternoon). You will have lunch at the lodge or scenic location inside the park if you're having a full-day game drive. You will also have a sunset cruise in your free time if you had a full-day game drive. Afterwards, you will have dinner. Mid-range lodge bordering Lower Zambezi NP without fences All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 7
You will have an early wake-up call, have breakfast and transfer back to Lusaka. End of the safari. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks
Tour step
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
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)
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
Offered by
Wilderness Horizon Safaris offers awesome custom tours & safaris to southern Africa's to explore & experience the thrills of its unique wonders: Amazing Wildlife, Pristine Wilderness , Beautiful Landscapes & Rivers. Our safaris take you to pristine areas with premier game viewing creating exciting, wonderful & unforgettable memories. Our itineraries are based on handpicked routes & bush camps/lodges creating tailor made safaris that guarantee an awesome bush experience/an adventure of a lifetime
Office In
Zambia
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 2015)
Tour Types
Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
Destinations
Botswana, Malawi, Zambia
Traveler feedback
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5The tour was great. We had wonderful guides who showed us so many animals and told us a lot about their behaviour and their way of life. To me these days belong to the highlights in my life.
Elisabeth · Germany
I spent six unforgettable days in South Luangwa National Park, staying at Mopani Safari Lodge. It’s a fantastic place to relax and also a perfect base for exploring the bush on safari. The chalet I stayed in fully deserves a 5-star rating – it was spacious, comfortable, and always impeccably clean. The staff at the lodge were extremely helpful and attentive, both during my time at the lodge and out in the field while photographing. I especially appreciated how much care was taken to ensure our safety and comfort – something that’s truly important for a wildlife photographer. The food was excellent – freshly prepared and delicious, whether served at the lodge or during game drives. I can wholeheartedly recommend Mopani Safari Lodge to anyone looking for an authentic safari experience in Zambia – whether you're a nature lover, a photographer, or simply seeking peaceful time in the wilderness. Marian
Marian · Poland
A few words are enough to describe my experience with my family (mum, dad and 11 year old) in the national parks of Zambia in June this year: a wonderful country and a fantastic trip !!! And all this thanks to the services booked through Wilderness Horizon Safaris. In my life I have been lucky enough to travel (both alone and with my family) to many countries in the world and to use the services of many local travel agencies: I believe that Wilderness Horizon Safaris is definitely the best agency I have ever dealt with. From the first contacts via email they have proven to be very efficient, timely and clear in their answers to my numerous questions and extremely correct and honest in the prices offered. And when we needed a "change of program" during the trip (transfer by plane instead of by car as initially planned in the agreed program) they were very quick and efficient in resolving everything in an instant as well as attentive in making sure that everything was ok for us. If you decide to travel to Zambia and visit its wonderful national parks, my advice is to rely on Wilderness Horizon Safaris specifying what your needs are, your budget, etc. and they will find the best choices and accommodations for you. Thanks again to Eva, David, Daniel and all the staff of Wilderness Horizon Safaris for the wonderful experience they made us live on our trip to Zambia !!!
Alessandro · Italy
I contacted this company two months before my holiday with the desire to go on a safari in Zambia. Before that, I had safari experience in South Africa, Tanzania and Botswana. The safari was in April. This is not a popular season for safaris in Zambia - many lodges and parks are still closed, there are few tourists yet. It is considered that this is still the rainy season, although it is the very end of it. Due to the small number of tourists during the rainy season, there were difficulties with flights. I want to say thanks to "Wilderness Horizon Safaris" - by rearranging the parks, negotiating with the lodges and the airline, they were able to organize all the flights according to the program at no extra charge for me. When flying to Lower Zambezi, I was the only passenger on the plane! I was in three parks - three nights in Kafue (Mukambi Safari Lodge), three nights in Lower Zambezi and three nights in South Luangwa (Mopani Safari Lodge). In Lower Zambezi I was upgraded to a better lodge than planned (to the Royal Lodge) and it was the most luxurious lodge I have ever been to. The other lodges on the program were also very decent, although I didn't really like the managers at Mopani. The entire safari went without a single problem. The transfers were on time, the manager periodically wrote to me with reminders about the next steps. Despite the rainy season, I saw many animals for which I came here - wild dogs, leopards, genets and others. I even managed to see a successful lionesses hunt during the night game drive.
Dmitrii · Israel
Practical answers
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 6 years and older.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request changes to this tour.
Mopani Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge bordering South Luangwa NP without fences – Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included – Day 2-3: All Meals Included +4 Photos +3 Photos - Mid-range lodge bordering South Luangwa NP without fences. Meals: Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2-3: All Meals Included
This tour starts and ends in Lusaka
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
This tour is offered by Wilderness Horizon Safaris, 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.
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