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10-Day The Best of Zambia is a 10-Day tour in Zambia via the Zambia route, starting from USD 9765. See the latest itinerary, inclusions, exclusions, and secure booking options below.
10-Day
Zambia
USD 9765
Kitano Tours & Safaris
About 10-Day The Best of Zambia
Uncover Zambia's finest on this 9-night adventure. Marvel at the thundering Victoria Falls from land, water, and sky, toast the sunset on the Zambezi, and indulge in an exclusive Livingstone Island lunch. Encounter abundant wildlife on thrilling game drives and walks in South Luangwa, then drift along the Lower Zambezi's wild waterways, where elephants, hippos, and breathtaking scenery create the ultimate safari finale.
- Duration: 10-Day
- Route: Zambia
- From: USD 9765
Highlights for 10-Day The Best of Zambia
Day 1: Arrival to Livingstone
Day 2: Spend the day in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Day 3: Livingstone Island Tour
Day 4: Fly to South Luangwa
Day 5-6: South Luangwa Safari
Day 7: Fly to Lower Zambezi National Park
Day 8-9: Lower Zambezi Safari Adventure
Day 10: Day of departure
Itinerary overview
| Day | Title |
|---|---|
| Day 01 | Arrival to Livingstone |
| Day 02 | Spend the day in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe |
| Day 03 | Livingstone Island Tour |
| Day 04 | Fly to South Luangwa |
| Day 05-06 | South Luangwa Safari |
| Day 07 | Fly to Lower Zambezi National Park |
| Day 08-09 | Lower Zambezi Safari Adventure |
| Day 10 | Day of departure |
Day 01: Arrival to Livingstone
>> On arrival in Victoria Falls, you will be met by a representative. Depart for your onward transfer to the hotel, situated in Livingstone. Upon arrival at the hotel, check in and spend the day at leisure.
In the afternoon, meet your driver for your transfer to the African Queen jetty for your sunset cruise.
The African Queen is a triple deck 70-ft catamaran furnished with Rhodesian teak, beech wood and brass finishes. Accommodating a total of 120 guests and offering luxurious cruises on the Zambezi River, you can experience all the wonders that nature and this mighty river have to offer.
Spend the balance of the evening at leisure.
- Time: 8-10 hours
- Meals: Meals at own expense Drinks not included
- Accommodation: Avani Victoria Falls Resort > Luxury hotel located At
Day 02: Spend the day in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
>> Have breakfast at the hotel.
After breakfast, join a guided walking tour of Victoria Falls. Explore multiple viewpoints to witness the thundering cascades and rainbow-filled spray.
Afternoon microlight flight over the Falls and Zambezi River for a heart-racing aerial perspective.
Evening at leisure.
- Time: 8-10 hours
- Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
- Accommodation: Avani Victoria Falls Resort > Luxury hotel located At
Day 03: Livingstone Island Tour
>> After breakfast at the hotel, your guide will meet you at the hotel reception and transfer you to the jetty for your Livingstone Island Tour (lunch tour).
Your tour begins by departing by boat for Livingstone Island from the Livingstone Island Launch Site. Our guides will let you in on the incredible history of the island as you follow the footsteps of Dr David Livingstone all the way to the edge of the waterfall. Depending on the river's height, prepare to be drenched in the spray from the falls or watch a rainbow stretch across the open gorge. Those who wish can even take a dip in Devil's Pool or Angel's Pool, and everybody completes the experience with a 5-star gourmet meal prepared for you on the island itself.
Return to the hotel and spend the balance of the evening at leisure.
- Time: 8-10 hours
- Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinks not included
- Accommodation: Avani Victoria Falls Resort > Luxury hotel located At
Day 04: Fly to South Luangwa
>> Have breakfast at the hotel and check out.
Morning transfer to the airport for your flight to South Luangwa National Park, via Lusaka.
Arrive and settle into your safari camp.
Afternoon game drive in search of elephants, leopards, giraffes, and wild dogs.
Sundowners in the bush followed by a lantern-lit dinner.
- Time: 8-10 hours
- Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
- Accommodation: Mfuwe Lodge > Luxury lodge located inside South Luangwa NP
Day 05-06: South Luangwa Safari
>> Early morning game drive to witness predators returning from the hunt and herbivores grazing in the soft light.
Brunch back at camp, then time to relax by the pool or watch wildlife from your deck.
Afternoon bush walk with an expert guide to discover tracks, birdlife, and smaller creatures.
Evening game drive with spotlights for nocturnal sightings like genets and leopards.
Return to the lodge and freshen up before dinner.
- Time: 8-10 hours
- Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
- Accommodation: Mfuwe Lodge > Luxury lodge located inside South Luangwa NP
Day 07: Fly to Lower Zambezi National Park
>> Breakfast at the lodge and check out.
Transfer to the Mfuwe for your morning flight to the Lower Zambezi National Park via Lusaka.
On arrival in Lusaka, you will be met by a Pro-flight representative and assisted with check in for your onward scheduled charter flight to The Royal Airstrip.
Arrive at The Royal Airstrip, and meet your Royal Zambezi representative, for your onward transfer to the lodge.
On arrival you will be met by the wonderful staff that will be looking after you for the next few days.
Activities available at The Royal Zambezi include: -
Game drives.
Bushwalks.
Canoeing.
Angling.
Birding.
River Cruises.
Enjoy an afternoon activity.
You will return to the lodge ensuring that you have enough time to freshen up before dinner.
The beauty of the African bush lies in its unpredictability.
You will return to the lodge and enjoy dinner.
- Time: 8-10 hours
- Meals: All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
- Accommodation: Royal Zambezi Lodge > Luxury tented camp located just outside Lower Zambezi NP
Day 08-09: Lower Zambezi Safari Adventure
>> You are woken up very early by your ranger for your morning safari. Of course, you can choose to stay and have a relaxing morning at the lodge.
Before you head out you will enjoy coffee and snacks.
During the morning drive you will stop in a secluded spot in the bush to enjoy a fresh cup of coffee.
On return to the lodge a hearty breakfast of your choice will be served.
Take a dip in the pool or relax at the lodge viewing animals from the deck.
You will be met by your ranger for afternoon tea before setting off on a game drive to find some of Africa's wildlife.
Sundowners and snacks will be scheduled at a place in the bush where the magnificent African sunset can be enjoyed.
A short night drive with spotlights turned on in the search for some of Africa's nocturnal animals will follow the sundowner stop.
You will return to the lodge ensuring that you have enough time to freshen up before dinner.
Dinner is served at the lodge.
- Time: 8-10 hours
- Meals: All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
- Accommodation: Royal Zambezi Lodge > Luxury tented camp located just outside Lower Zambezi NP
Day 10: Day of departure
>> Enjoy your final safari (Time permitting) followed by breakfast.
You will be transferred to The Royal Airstrip for your onward scheduled charter flight departing for Lusaka.
- Time: 8-10 hours
- Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
- Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)
Inclusions
- Park fees (For non-residents)
- All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
- All flights during the tour
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Exclusions
- International flights (From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)