12-Day Zambezi and Luangwa Valleys

>> You will arrive in Livingstone and transfer to Maramba River Lodge. After arrival, you might visit the mighty Victoria Falls. The day is at your leisure —there are plenty of activities to choose from: white water rafting, rhino trekking, sunset cruise, helicopter flight, and visit to the Falls — the choice is yours (activities not included).
Your overnight stay will be at Maramba River Lodge in en-suite Safari Tents.

• Time: 8-10 hours
• Meals: Meals at own expense Drinks not included

•  Accommodation: Maramba River Lodge > Mid-range lodge located inside Mosi-oa-Tunya NP

>> Today we drive to Mazabuka, the ‘sweetest town’ in Zambia, where sugar cane is grown on big farms. We stay overnight on a game farm, where also the highly endangered White Rhinos roam freely. In the afternoon we can do a short drive and hopefully we will see one of those ancient looking creatures.
Overnight at Makuku Game Farm in en-suite Safari Tents. (FB).

• Time: 8-10 hours
• Meals: All meals included Drinks not included

•  Accommodation: Makuku Farm Tented Camp > Budget located less than 1hr drive from Mazabuka (Town)

>> This day will be a long day of driving. You will arrive at Kasaka River Lodge near the Lower Zambezi National Park in the late afternoon. The lodge is situated on the banks of the Zambezi River, you will hear the grunting of the hippos throughout the night.
Your overnight stay will be in safari tents at Kasaka River Lodge.

• Time: 8-10 hours
• Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

•  Accommodation: Kasaka River Lodge > Mid-range self catering accommodation bordering Lower Zambezi NP without fences

>> A visit to the Lower Zambezi Park is one of the highlights of Zambia.
The Zambezi River on the one side and the Escarpment on the other form the backdrop of our game viewing. You will do game drives in the national park and along the river to watch the animals coming to drink.
You will stay overnight in Chalets at Kasaka Lodge.

• Time: 8-10 hours
• Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

•  Accommodation: Kasaka River Lodge > Mid-range self catering accommodation bordering Lower Zambezi NP without fences

>> After packing up, You'll drive up the escarpment to Lusaka where you can do some shopping for the next days in the bush. You'll stay overnight in chalets at a comfortable lodge close to Lusaka (Hanlo Estate, Pioneer Camp, or Wilddog Lodge). Dinner in a restaurant. (B/L/-).

• Time: 8-10 hours
• Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

•  Accommodation: Pioneer Lodge > Mid-range lodge located near Lusaka (City)

>> En route to Chipata, you will drive through a beautiful mountainous landscape and stop at Luangwa Bridge, a thriving market, where all kinds of baskets and mats as well as hand-carved items are offered. You'll stay overnight in modern rooms at Protea Hotel (B/L/-).

• Time: 8-10 hours
• Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

•  Accommodation: Protea Hotel Chipata > Mid-range hotel located in Chipata (City)

>> South Luangwa National Park is known for its abundance of African wildlife: Thorneycroft’s giraffe, Cookson’s Gnu, Crawshay’s zebra, leopards, lions, and big herds of buffalos and elephants.
Game drives along the Luangwa River often produce spectacular sightings. Hippo families occur in high numbers in the river, unequaled in Africa.
During the dry season (July to October), many side channels of the river dry up, leaving the fish trapped. This attracts many different species of predators, such as the African fish eagle, jackal, and hyena, to mention but a few. The colorful Carmine bee-eaters are often seen perching in front of their nests in the riverbanks.
Your overnight stay will be at Wildlife Camp or Marula Lodge.

• Time: 8-10 hours
• Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

•  Accommodation: Marula Lodge > Mid-range lodge located just outside South Luangwa NP

>> After breakfast, you will transfer to Mfuwe Airport and depart for your onward travels.

• Time: 8-10 hours
• Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included

•  Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)