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12-Day Highlights of Zambia

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Overview

This 12-day holiday to Zambia features the Lower Zambezi National Park and Kafue National Park, one of the oldest and second-largest in Africa.

Each of these national parks boasts an abundance of wildlife such as lions, leopard, wild dogs, zebra, buffalo’s fantastic birdlife, and the elusive cheetah. You will have the opportunity to experience the famous African walking safari and also Victoria Falls in Livingstone, the home of adventure activities.

Over 12 days, you'll experience the beauty of Zambia and the outstanding animals that call it home!
Outdoors & Nature
Cruising
Adventure

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive & Transfer to Maramba River Lodge

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Arrive & Transfer to Maramba River Lodge

When you arrive at Livingstone International Airport, you will be welcomed by a representative who will assist with luggage and your transfer to Maramba River Lodge. Once checked in, sit back and relax while looking over the river or head out on a walk around the complex before dinner that night.

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    Accommodation

    Maramba River Lodge

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Lapangan Terbang Livingstone to Maramba River Lodge

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    Meals

    Dinner

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    Destinations

    Livingstone

Day 2

Guided Victoria Falls Tour & Sunset Boat Cruise

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Guided Victoria Falls Tour & Sunset Boat Cruise

After breakfast, you'll be picked up for your guided tour of Victoria Falls Then, later you will be dropped at the lodge in time for lunch and some free time to relax. Later on you will have afternoon tea and snacks before you are picked up for your sunset boat cruise. You'll cruise whilst watching the wildlife and you will be served complimentary drinks and snacks.

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    Accommodation

    Maramba River Lodge

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Guided Tour of the Victoria Falls - Zambia Side

    Sunset Boat Cruise

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Livingstone

    Southern Province

Day 3

Flight to Lusaka & Adventure to Hippo Lodge

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Flight to Lusaka & Adventure to Hippo Lodge

After breakfast in the morning, you will check out and your driver will take you to Livingstone airport in time for your flight to Lusaka. Upon arrival, you will be met by your representative who will lead you on a 4- to5-hour adventure to Hippo Lodge. Later in the afternoon, you will have afternoon tea and snacks then you will go out on a game drive or sunset cruise in Kafue National Park.

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    Accommodation

    Hippo Lodge

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Game Drive from Hippo Lodge

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Maramba River Lodge to Livingston Municipal Airport

    Plane from Livingston Municipal Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport

    Private Driver from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Hippo Lodge

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Livingstone

    Mumbwa

    Central Province

Day 4

Game Viewing in Kafue National Park

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Game Viewing in Kafue National Park

After breakfast in the morning, you'll head out on a three-hour game drive or a walking safari with an armed escort. There's also the option to go on a boat game viewing safari or bathing in the hot springs instead. Later in the afternoon, you'll enjoy afternoon tea then head out on a game viewing sunset cruise. After the cruise, you'll return to the lodge in time for a delicious dinner.

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    Accommodation

    Hippo Lodge

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Game Drive from Hippo Lodge

    Afternoon Game Viewing in Kafue National Park

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Mumbwa

    Central Province

    Northwestern Province

Day 5

More Game Viewing in Kafue National Park

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More Game Viewing in Kafue National Park

After breakfast in the morning, you'll get ready for another day of game drives, walking safaris and boat safaris as you further explore Kafue National Park. In the afternoon, you'll enjoy afternoon tea then head out on a game viewing sunset cruise. After the cruise, you'll return to the lodge in time for a delicious dinner enjoying your last night at the lodge.

  • accommodation icon
    Accommodation

    Hippo Lodge

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Game Drive from Hippo Lodge

    Afternoon Game Viewing in Kafue National Park

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Mumbwa

    Central Province

    Northwestern Province

Day 6

South Luangwa National Park and Thornicroft Lodge

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South Luangwa National Park and Thornicroft Lodge

Today, you will have breakfast then depart for Lusaka on a five-hour road transfer to Lusaka International Airport in time for your domestic flight to Mfuwe in South Luangwa National Park.
When you arrive at Mfuwe Airport, a guide from Thornicroft Lodge will be waiting for you. He will then give you a briefing on what to expect and take you on a one-hour transfer to the lodge. You'll check-in and later, you will be served dinner.

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    Accommodation

    Thornicroft Lodge3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Hippo Lodge to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport

    Plane from Lusaka to Mfuwe International Airport

    Private Driver from Mfuwe International Airport to Thornicroft Lodge

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Mumbwa

    Mambwe

Day 7

Game Viewing from Thornicroft Lodge

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Game Viewing from Thornicroft Lodge

Today, your morning will start quite early with a nice breakfast then a morning game drive or walking safari and you will return to the camp for lunch, free time to relax and afternoon tea time and then an afternoon/night game drive that starts around 4 pm. After the game drive, you'll make a stop for a sundowner drink and then return to the camp in time for dinner.

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    Accommodation

    Thornicroft Lodge3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Game Drives from Thornicroft Lodge

    South Luangwa National Park

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Mambwe

    Eastern Province

    Northern Province

Day 8

Walking Safaris and Game Drives from Thornicroft Lodge

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Walking Safaris and Game Drives from Thornicroft Lodge

Today you'll have yet another exciting day out on safari looking for wildlife. You'll head out on a game drive or a walking safari with your guide. You will return to the camp in time for lunch. You'll then have some free time to relax and enjoy afternoon tea time and then an afternoon/night game drive that starts around 4pm. After the game drive, you'll make a stop for a sundowner drink and then return to the camp in time for dinner.

  • accommodation icon
    Accommodation

    Thornicroft Lodge3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Walking Safaris from Thornicroft Lodge

    South Luangwa National Park

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Mambwe

    Eastern Province

    Northern Province

Day 9

Fly Back to Lusaka & Transfer to Kiambi Safari Lodge

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Fly Back to Lusaka & Transfer to Kiambi Safari Lodge

After breakfast in the morning and possibly a game drive, you'll head to Mfuwe airport at least one hour before your flight time to Lusaka. Upon arrival in Lusaka, you will be met by your driver who will take you on the three-hour drive to Kiambi Safari Lodge in Lower Zambezi National Park. You will have some free time to relax when you arrive.

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    Accommodation

    Kiambi Safari Lodge

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Thornicroft Lodge to Mfuwe International Airport

    Plane from Mfuwe International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport

    Private Driver from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Kiambi Safari Lodge

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Mambwe

    Chiawa

Day 10

Guided Canoe Safari & Sunset Boat Cruise

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Guided Canoe Safari & Sunset Boat Cruise

You will head out for a three-hour guided canoe safari. You'll spot lots of wildlife and birds which your guide will help point out to you. You'll then head back to the lodge for lunch, afternoon tea and some time to relax. Later in the afternoon, you'll head out once again on a sunset boat cruise. You'll say goodbye to another perfect African day as you return to your hotel for dinner.

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    Accommodation

    Kiambi Safari Lodge

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Guided Canoe Safari in the Lower Zambezi National Park

    Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi River

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Chiawa

    Lusaka Province

    Matabeleland North Province

Day 11

Free Day at Kiambi Safari Lodge

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Free Day at Kiambi Safari Lodge

Today, you will have free time to relax or try out optional activities such as angling (tiger fishing which is spot, catch and release), a village tour, game cruise or you can book a full-day in the Lower Zambezi National Park on safari. Throughout your time at Kiambi Safari Lodge, all of your meals are included. So, if you're looking for a relaxed day, you can hang out at the lodge and enjoy the surroundings.

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    Accommodation

    Kiambi Safari Lodge

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Free Time at Kiambi Safari Lodge

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Chiawa

Day 12

Departure Day

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Departure Day

On the last morning of your holiday to Zambia, after breakfast, you'll check out and say goodbye to your safari lodge. Your driver will then take you three hours to Lusaka airport where you'll be able to catch your departing flight.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Kiambi Safari Lodge to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Chiawa

Included in Price

  • 11 nights accommodation
  • 13 activities
  • 11 breakfasts, 8 lunches and 10 dinners
  • Airport transfer
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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