Zambia Grand Safari
Duration
9 Days
Destination
Southern Africa
Style
Signature
Best For
Wildlife & Adventure
Women-Led · Custom-Made Luxury Safaris · Exclusive African Wilderness Escapes
Overview
Zambia's two flagship parks in one trip: walking safaris and exceptional leopard encounters in South Luangwa, followed by canoeing and river activities on the Lower Zambezi. The standard best-of-Zambia itinerary for first-time visitors, and an ideal base for adding our Victoria Falls & South Luangwa Safari.
Trip Highlights
South Luangwa walking safaris -- the finest in Africa
Exceptional leopard density in South Luangwa
Lower Zambezi canoe safaris alongside elephants and buffalo
Tiger fishing on the Zambezi
Two of Africa's greatest safari parks in a single itinerary
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1Arrive South Luangwa
Fly into Mfuwe International Airport and transfer to camp in South Luangwa National Park. Afternoon game drive along the Luangwa River.
Day 2South Luangwa -- Morning Walking Safari
Early morning walking safari with your professional guide and armed scout. Afternoon game drive covering the park's central areas for leopard, lion, and elephant.
Day 3Relocate to Bush Camp
Transfer to a remote walking-safari bush camp for a more immersive experience deeper in the park.
Day 4Full Walking Safari Day
A full day on foot with your guide and scout: tracking spoor, learning to read the landscape, and encountering wildlife at ground level. Night drive for leopard and nocturnal species.
Day 5Fly to Lower Zambezi
Fly via Lusaka to the Lower Zambezi National Park, transferring to camp for an afternoon boat safari on the Zambezi River.
Day 6Lower Zambezi -- Canoe Safari
Morning canoe safari paddling silently alongside elephants, hippos, and buffalo at the river's edge. Afternoon at leisure or optional walking safari in the riverine woodland.
Day 7Walking Safari & Tiger Fishing
Guided morning walk in the Lower Zambezi's riverine forest. Afternoon tiger fishing with a specialist guide, or a second canoe trip.
Day 8Full Day at Leisure -- River Activities
Final full day on the Zambezi. Game drive, canoe, boat safari, or fishing at your choice. Sunset cruise on the river.
Day 9Fly to Lusaka -- Depart
Transfer to the airstrip for a flight to Lusaka and 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 and river 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 South Luangwa & Lower Zambezi National Parks. 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 5 and Day 9. 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
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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.
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