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7-Day Best of Zambia & Ngorongoro Safari is a Days 7 tour in Zambia via the Zambia & Ngorongoro Safari route, starting from USD 10120. Below you'll find the latest itinerary, inclusions & exclusions, and how to book.

Duration
Days 7

Route
Zambia & Ngorongoro Safari

From
USD 10120

Operator
Kitano Tours & Safaris

ABOUT 7-Day Best of Zambia & Ngorongoro Safari

This unique adventure begins and ends in Zanzibar, combining Tanzania’s Ngorongoro Crater with Zambia’s South Luangwa and Lower Zambezi National Parks. Experience thrilling game drives, walking safaris, and river excursions while enjoying a seamless connection between beach relaxation and untamed wilderness.

Duration: Days 7
Route: Zambia & Ngorongoro Safari
Starts at: USD 10120

Overview

Itinerary

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Highlights for 7-Day Best of Zambia & Ngorongoro Safari

Day 1: Fly Zanzibar to Arusha & Transfer to Ngorongoro
Day 2: Full-Day Safari in Ngorongoro Crater
Day 3: Ngorongoro to Dar es Salaam
Day 4: Fly Dar es Salaam to South Luangwa
Day 5: Walking Safari in South Luangwa
Day 6: Victoria Falls Safari
Day 7: Morning Safari & Fly Back to Zanzibar

Itinerary Overview

Day	Title
Day 01	Fly Zanzibar to Arusha & Transfer to Ngorongoro
Day 02	Full-Day Safari in Ngorongoro Crater
Day 03	Ngorongoro to Dar es Salaam
Day 04	Fly Dar es Salaam to South Luangwa
Day 05	Walking Safari in South Luangwa
Day 06	Victoria Falls Safari
Day 07	Morning Safari & Fly Back to Zanzibar

Day 01: Fly Zanzibar to Arusha & Transfer to Ngorongoro

>> Depart Zanzibar in the morning on a flight to Arusha. Upon arrival, meet your safari guide and drive through the scenic highlands toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Settle into your lodge overlooking the crater rim and enjoy dinner with views of the African sunset. Overnight at Ngorongoro.

Time: 8-10 hours
Meals: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Non-alcoholic drinks

Accommodation: Rhino Lodge > Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)

Day 02: Full-Day Safari in Ngorongoro Crater

>> Descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full day of wildlife viewing. Spot lions, elephants, buffalo, zebras, and possibly the rare black rhino. Stop for a picnic lunch beside a hippo pool before continuing your safari. Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and relaxation.

Time: 8-10 hours
Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks

Accommodation: Rhino Lodge > Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)

Day 03: Ngorongoro to Dar es Salaam

>> After breakfast, enjoy a leisurely drive back to Arusha. Catch your afternoon flight to Dar es Salaam, where you’ll be met and transferred to a coastal hotel. Spend the evening at leisure — relax by the sea, enjoy fresh seafood, or explore the city’s vibrant waterfront. Overnight in Dar es Salaam.

Time: 8-10 hours
Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks

Accommodation: Golden Tulip Dar City Center >Mid-range hotelin Dar es Salaam (City, Tanzania)

Day 04: Fly Dar es Salaam to South Luangwa

>> Take a morning flight from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka, then connect to Mfuwe Airport near South Luangwa National Park. Upon arrival, transfer to your lodge and enjoy your first afternoon game drive, spotting elephants, leopards, giraffes, and hippos. Dinner and overnight at a safari camp inside the park.

Time: 8-10 hours
Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks

Accommodation: Kafunta River Lodge > Luxury lodge bordering South Luangwa NP (Zambia) without fences

Day 05: Walking Safari in South Luangwa

>> Experience Africa on foot with an expert walking safari — a signature activity in South Luangwa. Learn about animal tracks, bird calls, and the smaller wonders of the bush. In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive in search of predators and sunset views over the Luangwa River. Return to camp for dinner under the stars.

Time: 8-10 hours
Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks

Accommodation: Kafunta River Lodge > Luxury lodge bordering South Luangwa NP (Zambia) without fences

Day 06: Victoria Falls Safari

>> Transfer to Livingstone for a full-day Victoria Falls adventure. Walk along scenic viewpoints and rainforest trails, marveling at the thunderous waterfalls and mist rising from the gorge. Enjoy the stunning scenery, take photos, and immerse yourself in this natural wonder before returning to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Time: 8-10 hours
Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks

Accommodation: Waterberry Zambezi Lodge – Waterberry Lodge > Luxury lodge located near Victoria Falls (Zambia)

Day 07: Morning Safari & Fly Back to Zanzibar

>> Enjoy a final morning activity if time permits. Transfer to Lusaka for your flight back to Zanzibar via Dar es Salaam. Arrive in the evening and transfer to your beach resort, concluding your adventure.