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12-Day Wildlife Safari with Mountainbiking

Kafue National Park, Zambia

12-Day Wildlife Safari with Mountainbiking

4.9 / 5 · 24 reviews Offered by Adventure Purists 12-Day

Overview

On this trip, you will visit Zambia's most beautiful parks, the huge Kafue National Park and the Lower Zambezi National Parks as well as the beautifull Batoka Gorge and the Victoria Falls. You will do mountain bike tours and hiking trips in between to explore this beautiful country and get in contact with its people.

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Quick Facts

Tour details

Duration

12-Day

Route

Livingstone to Lusaka

Via Batoka Gorge, Livingstone (City), Kafue NP

Country & park

Zambia / Kafue National Park

Style

Shared safari

Group size

1-12 travelers

Starts

Any day if available

Minimum age

12 years

Activities

game drives, nature hikes/walks, boat trip & mountain bike safaris

Accommodation

Maramba River Lodge - Mid-range lodge inside Mosi-oa-Tunya NP – Meals at Own Expense

Meals

Meals at Own Expense; All Meals Included

Pickup

Airport transfer included

Booking

Request quote

Currency

EUR

Solo travelers

Can join this group tour

12-Day Wildlife Safari with Mountainbiking
Kafue National Park visual context for this itinerary.

Rates

Rates Per Person

EUR

Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 n/a* EUR €3.278 EUR
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027 n/a* EUR €3.278 EUR

Before booking

Important To Know

This tour is not available to single travelers or groups larger than 8 people.
A travel party of 2 people can join this group tour, but it requires a minimum of 4 people to run.
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in Euros (EUR).
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 Batoka Gorge (Highlight)
Day 3 Livingstone (City)
Day 4-7 Kafue NP
Day 8 Lilayi GR
Day 9-10 Lower Zambezi NP
Day 11 Lake Kariba
Day 12 Kenneth Kaunda Airport (Lusaka)
End Lusaka (Day 12)

Tour Features

Budget tour

This budget tour includes camping and lodges. Guests must assist with camp chores.

Shared tour

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

Can start any day

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

Cannot be customized

The accommodations and destinations of this tour cannot be changed.

Not for single travelers

Single travelers cannot join this group tour and it requires a minimum of 4 people to run.

12
Minimum age of 12 years

The minimum age for this tour is 12 years.

Activities & Transportation

Activities: game drives, nature hikes/walks, boat trip & mountain bike safaris
Game drives: open-sided 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: normal 4x4 vehicle & mountain bike
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

Maramba River Lodge

Day 1

Maramba River Lodge

Mid-range lodge inside Mosi-oa-Tunya NP – Meals at Own Expense

Meals at Own Expense

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Budget camping Batoka Gorge (Highlight) – All Meals Included

Day 2

Budget camping Batoka Gorge (Highlight) – All Meals Included

Batoka Gorge (Highlight) – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

Budget camping Livingstone (City) – All Meals Included

Day 3

Budget camping Livingstone (City) – All Meals Included

Livingstone (City) – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

Budget camping Inside Kafue NP – All Meals Included

Day 4

Budget camping Inside Kafue NP – All Meals Included

Inside Kafue NP – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

Budget camping Bordering Kafue NP without fences – All Meals Included

Day 5-7

Budget camping Bordering Kafue NP without fences – All Meals Included

Bordering Kafue NP without fences – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

Lilayi Lodge

Day 8

Lilayi Lodge

Luxury lodge near Lusaka (City) – Breakfast & Lunch Included

Breakfast & Lunch Included

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Kasaka River Lodge

Day 9-10

Kasaka River Lodge

Mid-range self catering accommodation bordering Lower Zambezi NP without fences – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

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Galloping Waters Houseboat

Day 11

Galloping Waters Houseboat

Mid-range safari houseboat at Lake Kariba (Zambia) – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

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Day 12

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.

Livingstone

Day 1

Livingstone

Pick up from Livingstone Airport and transfer to Maramba River Lodge in Livingstone. In the afternoon, opportunity to visit the Victoria Falls (entrance fee not included, at own expense). A la Carte dinner will be served in the restaurant (not included). Mid-range lodge located inside Mosi-oa-Tunya NP Meals at own expense Drinks not included

Destination: Livingstone (City) Stay: Maramba River Lodge Mid-range lodge located inside Mosi-oa-Tunya NP Meals: Meals at own expense Drinks not included

Day 2

Siabwawinga

The morning is free for your own explorations or activities in Livingstone. In the early afternoon, we hop onto our mountain bikes and ride about 25 kilometers through the African bush. Our destination: the camp at the impressive Batoka Gorge. At sunset, we take a short hike to a spectacular viewpoint overlooking the river valley. The rugged landscape, bathed in warm evening light, forms the backdrop for our private campsite – a place of tranquility and pure authenticity. Clients are requested to set up tents on their own and pack them away on their own as well as help packing the vehicle. (B/L/D). All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Batoka Gorge (Highlight) Stay: Budget camping Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Mabula Farm

Day 3

Mabula Farm

After a hearty breakfast, we load up our converted safari vehicle and set off. In Chibule, we make a brief stop to experience everyday life in an African village. The final 25 kilometers we cover by bike, riding through rural landscapes until we reach our private campsite on a game farm. As the sun sinks toward the horizon, we embark on a sundowner tour to a nearby dam. There we hope to spot kudu, impala, eland, and other wildlife gathering at the water’s edge. The day draws to a close with camping in spacious dome tents nestled in the Miombo forest. (B/L/D). All meals included Drinks not included

Destination: Livingstone (City) Stay: Budget camping Meals: All meals included Drinks not included
Kafue National Park

Day 4

Kafue National Park

With our loaded Land Rover, we drive to Dumdumwenze, the southern entrance of the park. On the way to our camp, we have the chance to cover part of the route by bike. The trail leads across bush tracks, ox‑cart paths, and narrow footpaths that cut through the landscape like fine lines. In the afternoon, we set off in our specially converted safari Land Rover for a sundowner game drive, exploring the lagoons and floodplains that shape this impressive scenery. The day concludes with camping at Hornbill Lodge, located within the Kafue National Park. (B/L/D). 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)
Lake Ithezi Thezi

Day 5

Lake Ithezi Thezi

A morning safari in the nearby Nanzhila Plains promises exciting wildlife sightings in the fresh early hours. After the game drive, a hearty brunch awaits us before we continue northward. Around midday we reach Chibila Camp, where our campsite offers sweeping panoramic views over the shimmering lake. Later, we explore the shores of the dam. Here we may once again encounter the big cats, while elephants, various antelope species, and a diverse birdlife enrich the scene. (B/L/D). Bordering Kafue NP without fences All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Kafue National Park Stay: Budget camping Bordering Kafue NP without fences Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Kafue National Park

Day 6

Kafue National Park

The last few kilometers we cover by bicycle, immersing ourselves in the pristine Miombo woodland. On a granite hill we enjoy our sundowner: the light refracts across the rocks, and the landscape opens wide and endless. A boat ride takes us along the Kafue River. Towering granite formations, sculpted into bizarre shapes by time, line the way. Walks, game drives, and boat excursions let us experience the wilderness in all its facets. We spend two nights at a private campsite directly on the river – a place where nature and silence set the rhythm. (B/L/D). Bordering Kafue NP without fences All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Kafue National Park Stay: Budget camping Bordering Kafue NP without fences Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Lusaka

Day 8

Lusaka

We set off early in the Land Rover and drive to Lilayi Lodge, located south of Lusaka. On the way, we pause for an early lunch (at own expense) at the Olive Grove Restaurant. The afternoon is dedicated to preparations: we stock up on supplies for the coming days and take a leisurely walk through the farm grounds to enjoy the natural surroundings (and possible sightings of Giraffe, various antelopes, and a prolific bird life). As evening falls, we check into Lilayi Lodge – a luxurious retreat nestled within its own private wildlife reserve on the outskirts of Lusaka. Dinner at the lodge a la carte restaurant (at own expense) (B/-/-). Luxury lodge located near Lusaka (City) Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Lilayi Game Reserve Stay: Lilayi Lodge Luxury lodge located near Lusaka (City) Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Lower Zambezi National Park

Day 9

Lower Zambezi National Park

In the morning, we set off from Lilayi Lodge on our mountain bikes. The route first takes us through rural countryside, passing small homesteads and fields, before we reach an impressive mountain landscape further south. Riding through this wild scenery rewards us with spectacular views until we finally arrive at the Kafue Gorge Dam, where our Land Rover is already waiting. In the evening, we unwind at the cozy Kasaka River Lodge or Lower Zambezi River Lodge. Situated directly on the mighty Zambezi, the lodge offers not only comfort but also the unique atmosphere of a river that is one of Africa’s great lifelines.(B/L/D). Mid-range self catering accommodation bordering Lower Zambezi NP without fences All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Lower Zambezi National Park Stay: Kasaka River Lodge Mid-range self catering accommodation bordering Lower Zambezi NP without fences Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Lower Zambezi National Park

Day 10

Lower Zambezi National Park

We set off on a long game drive through this wildlife-rich and spectacular landscape. Along the way, we pause for a picnic on the banks of the Zambezi, where elephants sometimes join us. On the small side channels of the river, life is bustling—birds, antelopes, and other animals animate the waters and the shores. In the late afternoon, we take a boat trip to enjoy the sunset. Before us stretches the wilderness of the Zambezi Valley, glowing golden in the day’s last light. Overnight at Kasaka River Lodge / Lower Zambezi River Lodge. (B/L/D). Mid-range self catering accommodation bordering Lower Zambezi NP without fences All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Lower Zambezi National Park Stay: Kasaka River Lodge Mid-range self catering accommodation bordering Lower Zambezi NP without fences Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Lake Kariba

Day 11

Lake Kariba

Lake Kariba, the largest reservoir in the world by volume unfolds its majestic expanse before us. From Siavonga, our journey begins aboard a lavish houseboat that gently carries us across the shimmering waters. We spend the night in comfortable cabins near Lotri Bay. A boat excursion takes us to hidden coves and breathtaking viewpoints. In the late afternoon, we climb a hill to watch the sunset over the lake – a magnificent finale to an adventure-filled day (B/L/D). Mid-range safari houseboat located at Lake Kariba (Zambia) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Lake Kariba (Zambia) Stay: Galloping Waters Houseboat Mid-range safari houseboat located at Lake Kariba (Zambia) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Lusaka

Day 12

Lusaka

Transfer back to the harbour and on to Lusaka (approx. 5 hour drive). Drop-off at the airport and departure (B/L/-). Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Kenneth Kaunda International 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)

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

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
Adventure Purists
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Adventure Purists

4.9 operator rating 24 reviews

After being in the mobile safaris business since 1992 , Johannes Stallmann founded Bundu Safaris /Adventure Purists Ltd Zambia in 2005 concentrating thoroughly on Zambia and being one of the first offering fully catered mobile Safaris in this country. Rely on our experience and equipment and enjoy Zambia - The Real Africa!

Office In

Zambia

Size

1-5 employees (Founded in 2005)

Tour Types

Small & medium group tours (Budget & mid-range)

Destinations

Botswana, Malawi, Namibia, Zambia, Zimbabwe

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

A great and well-cooperating tour operator, that will plan your stay around your wishes!

Hi! Recently me and my girlfriend visited Zambia for our first time, and had our first ever safari there! We booked via Adventure Purists/Bundu Safari's, and we couldn't be happier with our choice! We first wanted to book for Kafue National Park, but Christa (our lovely contact person) recommended another tour which would be easier accessable during this time of the year. We simply told them what we wanted, for how long, and any additional requests, and they made it happen! Of course we booked this trip hoping to see beautiful nature and amazing animals. (We definitely did see everything we wanted, including the entire Big 5!) But having two of these amazing guides with us really made our trip complete. Moses and Joseph are two wonderful guys that really know what they’re doing and talking about. They make a great duo who can cook, drive, care, spot even the most well hidden animals, and tell us everything about all we want to know like behavior, characteristics, looks and so much more of all the animals we found. Please take good care of such amazing safari guides, as you probably won’t find them of this kind very often. They always asked if we could see everything back in the truck, they asked if there were specific species we should look after. They asked when we wanted to leave, eat, come back to camp, take on extra activities or just chill a bit. Super kind, caring, funny, sweet and pure people. We absolutely would recommend booking with these guys if someone books a safari with Bundu. It was amazing seeing all these different species together and in the wild, and the hunt to always spot even more was really exciting! We think we got really lucky with everything we found, and are really appreciative about being able to make such a unique trip with very unique people! Thank you so much for giving us this opportunity, and we will definitely see you in the future! Kind regards, Babette and Jari

Jari and Babette · Netherlands

Verified

Safari was amazing!

Safari was amazing thanks! All was well. We very much enjoyed our time there. Frank and Sabine were very friendly, and our guide Isacc very knowledgeable.

P N · United Kingdom

Verified

Extensive knowledge of the country, to give the best advice and organize a great tour

I wanted to say a big thank you for all the planning and organization of our trip. (17 Days - 6 people including two children ages 11 and 9) From the initial exciting camping, to the last wonderful lodge in South Luangwa – All the locations were very well chosen. The boat on Lake Kariba, staying at Dawn's cottages, the estate with wild life and many polo horses, the big chalet in Lower Zambezi! And thank you to all the team that assisted us - Andrew, Monica, Joseph. Also in Bostwana and South Luangwa we had really great guides. We were very lucky to see amazing animals, not at once but at each location new and even more special – I won’t bore you with photos :) But there all the usual suspects – highlight was the leopards, the pride of lions, the big heards of elephants, buffalos, wild dogs… and everything in between. All the best from Switzerland

Swiss Family · Switzerland

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Extraordinary encounters with animals and nature, thanks to a very dedicated and passionate team!

We thank Christa for recommending the best nature park for our budget during this season. We were lucky to do our 6-day camping safari in the Lower Zambezi with a wonderful Dutch couple who were also nature lovers. In our small group of four, we were guided by Moses who is an incredible expert at spotting even the most inconspicuous animals like panthers. Thanks to him, during our short safari we were able to see the big five: lions, elephants, panthers, buffalos and rhinos (the latter in a private reserve near Mazabuka where we also encountered giraffes and ostriches). Of course, we saw many other species, such as wild dogs, zebras, impalas, baboons, hippos, crocs, and so on. Each time, Moses explained to us the reasons for their behaviour and how they were linked to each other within their ecosystem. It was fascinating! We learnt a lot! Moses is also an incredible cook who, every evening at Mvuu camp, puts all his heart into preparing delicious traditional dishes in huge portions over the campfire. During our stay in Zambia, we couldn't find a restaurant that could match the quality of his cooking. We were also lucky enough to be driven by Joseph around the bumpy tracks of the park in a unique and beautiful modified Land Rover that we loved so much. Joseph is an extremely skilful (and joyful) driver who took us down tracks that no-one else would have dared. No track or path was impossible to follow the animal footprints of the Lower Zambezi NP! We highly recommend the expertise of Adventure Purists for safaris in Zambia.

Photo by Marie-Laure and Serge
Photo by Marie-Laure and Serge
Photo by Marie-Laure and Serge
Photo by Marie-Laure and Serge

Marie-Laure and Serge · Australia

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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 Euros (EUR).

Can children join this tour?

This tour accepts children who are 12 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?

The accommodations and destinations of this tour cannot be changed.

Where do travelers stay during this tour?

Maramba River Lodge - Mid-range lodge inside Mosi-oa-Tunya NP – Meals at Own Expense. Meals: Meals at Own Expense

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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This tour is offered by Adventure Purists, not SafariBookings.

This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.

This group tour requires a minimum of 4 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 Adventure Purists.

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