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7-Day South Luangwa & Victoria Falls Safari

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Overview

This seven-day itinerary gives you the opportunity to experience the abundance of Zambia wildlife found in South Luangwa National Park, with morning and night game drives. During your safari experience, you'll be treated to staying in the iconic Mfuwe Lodge, known across the world for being built directly on top of an elephant pathway.

Not only that, but you'll also experience the mighty Victoria Falls the most famous landmark in Africa and one of the largest waterfalls in the world. Your time by the waterfall will include a helicopter flight over the Falls to get a birds-eye view of the Smoke that Thunders. Your trip will come to an end with a sunset boat cruise on the Zambezi River!
Outdoors & Nature
Cruising
Sightseeing

Itinerary

Day 1

Fly from Lusaka to Mfuwe & Transfer to Mfuwe Lodge

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Fly from Lusaka to Mfuwe & Transfer to Mfuwe Lodge

When you arrive at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, you will catch your flight to Mfuwe. You will be greeted by your Mfuwe Lodge guide who will transport you from the airport to the lodge, a one-hour drive on a tardy road through the Mfuwe settlement area. You will stop at the main gate entrance to the park where Mfuwe Lodge is located where you will stay for the first three nights of your unforgettable Zambia wildlife safari.

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    Accommodation

    Mfuwe 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

    Plane from Lusaka to Mfuwe

    Private Driver from Mfuwe International Airport to Mfuwe Lodge, The Bushcamp Company

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    Meals

    Lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Northern Province

Day 2

Game Viewing Activities in South Luangwa National Park

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Game Viewing Activities in South Luangwa National Park

This morning, after breakfast is served first, you will head out on a morning game drive or walking safari. You will return to the lodge in time for brunch. You'll have an afternoon of free time, enjoying afternoon tea and the lodge surroundings. Later, you'll be picked up for your night game drive to spot animals coming out to hunt at dusk. Later on, you'll return to the lodge in time for dinner.

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    Accommodation

    Mfuwe 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

    Morning Game Viewing in South Luangwa

    Late-Afternoon Game Drive at South Luangwa National Park

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Northern Province

    Eastern Province

Day 3

Another Day on Safari in South Luangwa National Park

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Another Day on Safari in South Luangwa National Park

After breakfast is served, you'll head out on a morning game drive or a walking safari with an experienced guide. The walking safari originated in the South Luangwa National Park and is still one of the best ways to experience this unique land. You'll then return to the lodge for lunch and some downtime. After afternoon tea, you'll get ready to head out again on a late-afternoon game drive which will have you back in time for dinner.

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    Accommodation

    Mfuwe 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

    Morning Game Viewing in South Luangwa

    Late-Afternoon Game Drive at South Luangwa National Park

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Northern Province

    Eastern Province

Day 4

Say Goodbye to Mfuwe Lodge & Fly to Livingstone

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Say Goodbye to Mfuwe Lodge & Fly to Livingstone

This morning, you'll enjoy your last breakfast at the lodge. Depending on your flight departure time, you might have time to go out on a morning game drive. Later on, your driver will collect you and take you to the airport for your flight to Livingstone. Your representative will welcome you and transfer you to Victoria Falls Waterfront Lodge, where you will stay for the last few nights of your Zambia Safari.

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    Accommodation

    Victoria Falls Waterfront3 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 Mfuwe Lodge, The Bushcamp Company to Mfuwe International Airport

    Plane from Mfuwe International Airport to Livingston Municipal Airport

    Private Driver from Livingston Municipal Airport to Victoria Falls Waterfront

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Northern Province

    Livingstone

Day 5

Victoria Falls Guided Tour & Sunset Boat Cruise

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Victoria Falls Guided Tour & Sunset Boat Cruise

This morning after breakfast, you will be taken on a Victoria Falls guided tour on the Zambia side for about three hours. Then, you will be dropped at the lodge for lunch and to relax. Later in the afternoon around 4 pm, you will go on a sunset boat cruise. During the cruise, you will be served sundowner drinks and snacks while enjoying some amazing wildlife such as elephants, crocodiles, hippos and lots of birds. Later, you will be dropped at the lodge almost in time for dinner.

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    Accommodation

    Victoria Falls Waterfront3 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

    Guided Tour of the Victoria Falls - Zambia Side

    Sunset Boat Cruise

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Livingstone

    Southern Province

Day 6

Helicopter Flight over Victoria Falls & Reptile Park Tour

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Helicopter Flight over Victoria Falls & Reptile Park Tour

After breakfast, you will be picked up for a 15- to 30-minute helicopter flight. This is a great activity to see and experience the mighty Victoria Falls and the Zambezi River from above. You will later be taken for a tour of the Reptile Park; this will show you some of Livingstone's most notorious crocodiles as well as a fascinating collection of Zambia's most dangerous and venomous snakes that have been put in the park. After lunch back at the lodge, you'll have the afternoon free.

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    Accommodation

    Victoria Falls Waterfront3 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

    Flight of Angels Helicopter Ride

    Livingstone Crocodile Park

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Livingstone

Day 7

Departure Day

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Departure Day

This morning, after one last breakfast, your driver will pick you and take you to Livingstone International Airport in time for your departing flight.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Victoria Falls Waterfront to Lapangan Terbang Livingstone

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Livingstone

Included in Price

  • 6 nights accommodation
  • 8 activities
  • 6 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 6 dinners
  • Airport transfer
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Laundry
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

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