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7-Day South Luangwa and Lower Zambezi Epic Safari

South Luangwa National Park, Zambia

7-Day South Luangwa and Lower Zambezi Epic Safari

5.0 / 5 · 36 reviews Offered by Wilderness Horizon Safaris 7-Day

Overview

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.

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Quick Facts

Tour details

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

7-Day South Luangwa and Lower Zambezi Epic Safari
South Luangwa National Park visual context for this itinerary.

Rates

Rates Per Person

USD

Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 n/a* USD $3,740 USD

Before booking

Important To Know

This tour is not available to solo travelers or groups larger than 7 people.
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.
Rates include a local payment. This means that part of the rate must be paid upfront and part on location during the tour. Move your mouse pointer over a rate to see the local payment.
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

Tour route map
country Zambia
Start Lusaka (Day 1)
Day 1-3 South Luangwa NP
Day 4-6 Lower Zambezi NP
End Lusaka (Day 7)

Tour Features

Mid-range tour

This mid-range tour uses lodges.

Private tour

This tour will be organized exclusively for you. However, wildlife viewing activities are run by the lodges/camps and will be shared with others.

Can start any day

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can be customized

You can request changes to this tour.

Not for solo travelers

Solo travelers cannot book this private tour.

6
Minimum age of 6 years

The minimum age for this tour is 6 years.

Activities & Transportation

Activities: game drives, evening/night game drives & boat trip
Game drives: normal 4x4 vehicle & open-sided 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: normal 4x4 vehicle & air transfer
Book your own international flights when using this operator
A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Accommodation & Meals

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

Day 1-3

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

Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2-3: All Meals Included

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 PhotosMopani 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 PhotosMopani 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
Lower Zambezi Lodge

Day 4-6

Lower Zambezi Lodge

Mid-range lodge bordering Lower Zambezi NP without fences – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

Lower Zambezi LodgeLower Zambezi LodgeLower Zambezi Lodge

Day 7

End of tour

No accommodation

(No accommodation)

Breakfast & Lunch 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.

South Luangwa National Park

Day 1

South Luangwa National Park

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

Destination: South Luangwa National Park Stay: Mopani Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge bordering South Luangwa NP without fences Meals: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Non-alcoholic drinks
Paradise Valley in South Luangwa National Park

Day 2

Paradise Valley in South Luangwa National Park

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

Destination: South Luangwa National Park Stay: Mopani Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge bordering South Luangwa NP without fences Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Lower Zambezi National Park

Day 4

Lower Zambezi National Park

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

Destination: Lower Zambezi National Park Stay: Lower Zambezi Lodge Mid-range lodge bordering Lower Zambezi NP without fences Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Lower Zambezi National Park

Day 5

Lower Zambezi National Park

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

Destination: Lower Zambezi National Park Stay: Lower Zambezi Lodge Mid-range lodge bordering Lower Zambezi NP without fences Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 7

Departure

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

Destination: No major destination visited Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks

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

Getting There

This tour starts and ends in Lusaka
Book your own international flights when using this operator
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
Wilderness Horizon Safaris
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Offered by

Wilderness Horizon Safaris

5.0 operator rating 36 reviews

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

Reviews

5.00 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

They provided wonderful and unforgettable days for us.

The 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

Verified

I can wholeheartedly recommend Mopani Safari Lodge to anyone looking for an authentic safari experie

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

Photo by Marian
Photo by Marian

Marian · Poland

Verified

Very serious, professional and caring travel agency towards its customers. In a word: EXCELLENT !!!

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 !!!

The Leopard's Dinner
The Leopard's Dinner

Alessandro · Italy

Verified

Excellent service with a personal approach

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.

Photo by Dmitrii
Photo by Dmitrii
Photo by Dmitrii
Photo by Dmitrii

Dmitrii · Israel

Practical answers

Tour FAQs

8 answers

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 6 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 changes to this tour.

Where do travelers stay during 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

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

Booking terms

Disclaimer

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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