Zambia's Best Parks
9 Days Starting in Lusaka, Zambia and ending in South Luangwa National Park, Zambia
Visiting: Lusaka, Lower Zambezi National Park, Chongwe Gate (Lower Zambezi National Park), South Luangwa National Park
Tour operator:
Tour code:
ZBP
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 12
Age range:
12-80
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Gluten free
Tour operated in:
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Activities:
Private Available:
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Tour Overview
On this trip you will visit Zambia's most beautiful parks, Lower Zambezi and South Luangwa National Parks. The transfers are done partly by vehicle, partly by domestic flights. All nights are spent in middle class lodges with en suite bathrooms, all activities and meals are included.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Lusaka
Location: Lusaka
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Wilddog Lodge
After arrival in Lusaka transfer to a small lodge in the outskirts of town. Dinner in a restaurant.
Day 2 : Lower Zambezi National Park
Location: Lower Zambezi National Park
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Kasaka River Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast we drive through Lusaka and down the escarpment to the Zambezi valley. A visit to the Lower Zambezi Park is one of the highlights in Zambia.
Day 3 : Lower Zambezi National Park
Location: Chongwe Gate (Lower Zambezi National Park)
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Kasaka River Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
The Zambezi River on the one side and the Escarpment on the other form the backdrop of our game viewing. We do game drives in the park and boating along the river shore to watch the animals come to drink. On one of these days, we will do a sunset boat cruise on the Zambezi.
We stay in chalets a Kasaka Lodge or Lower Zambezi Lodge on the banks of the Zambezi River.
Day 4 : Lower Zambezi National Park
Location: Chongwe Gate (Lower Zambezi National Park)
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Kasaka River Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We have the whole day to explore the area on our game drives.
Day 5 : Flight To Mfuwe – South Luangwa National Park
Location: Mfuwe International Airport, South Luangwa National Park
Accommodation: Lodge, Lodge
Accommodation Name: Msandile Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
In the morning transfer to Royal or Jeki Airstrip and flight to Mfuwe airport. Transfer to our lodge on the banks of the Luangwa River. No activities are included for this afternoon. Overnight in Safari Tents at Msandile Lodge or similar.
Day 6 - 7 : South Luangwa National Park
Location: South Luangwa National Park
Accommodation: Lodge, Lodge, Lodge
Accommodation Name: Msandile Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
South Luangwa NP is known for its abundance of African wildlife: Thorneycroft’s giraffe, Cookson’s Gnu, Crawshay Zebra and big herds of buffalo and elephant.
Game drives along the Luangwa River often produce spectacular sightings. Hippo families can be seen in great numbers in the river, unparalleled in Africa.
Day 8 : South Luangwa National Park
Location: South Luangwa National Park
Accommodation: Lodge, LodgeLodge
Accommodation Name: Msandile Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transfer to Msandile Lodge on the eastern border of the national park. We will stay for 3 days here and explore the area on game drives (also night drives).
Overnight at Msandile Lodge
Day 9 : Departure
Location: Mfuwe International Airport, South Luangwa National Park
Meals Included: Breakfast
Transfer to the airport Mfuwe and flight back home.
What's Included
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1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
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Accommodation
as per itinerary
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Airport Transfers at Destination
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Fully Guided
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Game Drives on Safari
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Meals – Full Board
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domestic flight on day 5
What's Not Included
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Country Entry Visas
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Entrance Fees
US 25 pppd (on days 3,4 and 6-10)
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Drinks with Meals
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International Travel
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Tipping and Gratuities
Check out our Q&As
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes - on request
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
Yes
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Low
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What is the maximum group size?
12
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
Covid 19 vaccination is recommended
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
middle class lodges
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
No
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes - minimum age 12
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No
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What currencies are required for this tour?
US $ and Zambian Kwacha
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Not everywhere
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
No (US 25 pppd on days 3,4 and 6-10 to be paid at the gate)
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
25 kg for domestic flight
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Yes
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Are flights included in this tour?
No, (domestic flight on day 5 around EUR 400 pp)
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Free Date Changes
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Low Deposit
Bundu Safaris Ltd requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 30 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of bundu safaris ltd charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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Fully vaccinated staff
Maximum number of participants limited to 8 to guarantee enough space for clients during the pandemic.