Victoria Falls & South Luangwa Safari
Duration
8 Days
Destination
Southern Africa
Style
Tailor-Made
Best For
Wildlife & Adventure
Women-Led · Custom-Made Luxury Safaris · Exclusive African Wilderness Escapes
Overview
Start in Livingstone with a visit to Victoria Falls and time on the Zambezi. Then fly to South Luangwa for the second half of the trip, moving from a safari lodge to a bush camp. Eight days bring together the Falls, river outings, walking and game drives without adding a third safari region.
Trip Highlights
Victoria Falls tour from the Zambian side -- the full width of the falls
Sunset river cruise on the Zambezi
Optional white-water rafting and helicopter flight of angels
South Luangwa walking safaris -- the finest in Africa
Remote bush camp experience deep in South Luangwa
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1Arrive Livingstone -- Victoria Falls
Arrive at Livingstone Airport and transfer to your riverside lodge on the Zambezi, within earshot of the falls. Afternoon at leisure with the spray of the falls visible from the river.
Day 2Victoria Falls -- Full Tour
Guided tour of Victoria Falls from the Zambian side, walking the rainforest path along the full 1.7km width of the falls -- one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World.
Day 3Zambezi River Activities
A full day of optional activities: white-water rafting through the Batoka Gorge, a helicopter flight of angels over the falls, a sunset river cruise on the upper Zambezi, or a guided tour of Livingstone town.
Day 4Fly to South Luangwa
Fly to Mfuwe International Airport and transfer to camp in South Luangwa National Park for an afternoon game drive along the Luangwa River.
Day 5South Luangwa -- Walking Safari
Morning walking safari: South Luangwa's signature activity. The park's professional guides are some of the most skilled in Africa, guiding you through a landscape of exceptional leopard density.
Day 6Relocate to Bush Camp
Transfer to a remote walking-safari bush camp deeper in the park for a more immersive final experience.
Day 7Full Day, South Luangwa
A final full day of walking and game drives. Night drive for leopard, lion, and nocturnal species.
Day 8Fly to Mfuwe -- Depart
Transfer to Mfuwe airport for onward or international connections. End of Saringi Tours services.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- All accommodation as specified (safari lodges, luxury hotels, beach resorts)
- All ground transfers and airport pick-ups/drop-offs throughout
- Expert English-speaking guide for all safari and touring sections
- All national park and private reserve entry fees (safari sections)
- Game drives in a 4×4 open safari vehicle
- Mineral water during all game drives and excursions
- Activities as specified per itinerary day
- All walking safari activities
- All park fees
Not Included
- International flights and any domestic or regional flights not expressly listed as included in your confirmed quote
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Zambia visa or entry-permission fees, where required for your passport
- Tips and gratuities for guides and lodge staff
- Alcoholic and premium beverages
- Personal items (laundry, telephone calls, souvenirs)
- Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
- Any costs arising from flight delays or itinerary changes
- Meals outside the meal plan stated for each day of this itinerary
Good to Know
Your route covers Livingstone (Victoria Falls) & South Luangwa National Park. The arrival arrangements on Day 1 and the final-day transfer form part of this itinerary; share your flight times with us before booking so we can check the connections.
Entry documents: check the passport, visa and entry-permission requirements for Zambia before travel. Requirements depend on your passport and can change. We confirm the planned crossings and arrival points with your itinerary.
The proposed route includes flight transfers on Day 4 and Day 8. Ask us to confirm the exact flight legs, fares and baggage allowance in your quote; an itinerary reference alone is not confirmation that an airfare is included.
Allow time for the road journeys shown in the daily plan. Driving times are estimates, with stops, road conditions affecting the day. Tell us about mobility needs or a preference for shorter travel days while we plan the route.
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What Our Clients Say
Rated 5 stars on TripAdvisor by travellers from across the world.
An excellent trip to parts of Kenya that are not on the main tourist routes, northern Kenya. Everything went smoothly Victor and Abdi, took care of everything. The choice of accommodation provided a great range of experiences. I would recommend Saringi to anyone.
read moreGot to see lots of animals and the experience was out of this world .
read moreI had an absolutely wonderful time in Kenya, all thanks to Millcent / Saringi Travel. From the incredibly friendly and reliable communication, to the flexible and thoughtful travel planning, all the way to the outstanding care on the ground, everything was simply perfect. I always felt well taken care of and in the best hands. What impressed me most was not only their professionalism, but also the sheer beauty of the entire experience. I'm still completely in awe! Thank you Millcent and thank you Letaloi!!!
read moreI booked my birthday trip to Diani with Saringi Tours, and it was an unforgettable experience for my friends and me. From start to finish, Saringi Tours impressed us with their professionalism and warmth.
read more8 days of fun and fantastic experiences. The whole trip was amazing. Mike was an excellent driver and guide with great knowledge of the area. Highly recommend Saringi Tours.
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