The Highlights of Zambia 2025
July 24 - August 4, 2025 | US$ 5,990
US$ 5,990 per person sharing (international airfare not included)
July 24, 25, 2025: Flight to Lusaka, Zambia
Your international flight takes you to Lusaka, Zambia (arriving July 25). Upon arrival, Ryan will welcome you with champagne and cold face towels, before driving you to the nearby Wild Dogs Lodge in time for a delicious ‘welcome to Africa’ dinner!
July 26, 27: Kafue National Park
After breakfast by the pool, drive 4.5 hours from Lusaka to Kafue National Park, where we will spend two nights at Mukambi Safari Lodge on the banks of the Kafue River. Live in the company of the local wildlife which find sanctuary around the lodge area including impalas, baboons, monkeys, elephants, hippos, leopard, jackal and even a small pride of lion! After your game drive or fishing trip, cool down in the infinity pool while the hippos wallow in the river below or relax with a cold drink in hand in one of the lounge areas offering stunning panoramic views.
July 28,29,30: Busanga Plains
After breakfast, drive to the northern section of Kafue National Park to Busanga Plains Camp. The unique wetland of palm groves, papyrus-choked reed beds, and lily-covered lagoons, support lion, cheetah, African buffalo, hippo, oribi, lechwe, zebra, wildebeest and elephant.
The luxurious tented camp consists of en-suite tents overlooking the beautiful Busanga Plains, next to the expansive plains and tree-studded islands where fig trees and wild date palms draw their nutrients from the remains of giant anthills. Take a refreshing dip in the pool or sunbathe on the wooden deck whilst taking in the resplendent landscape. Busanga is a special place, like no other you will encounter in Africa.
July 31, Aug 1,2: South Luangwa National Park
After breakfast and one last game drive, board your small airplane (included) for your 70 minute flight over beautiful Zambia to Lusaka. Enjoy some delicious coffee, and then board your small airplane (included) to Mfuwe and the famous South Luangwa National Park where we will spend the next three days at Track & Trail River Camp. This is an intimate safari lodge offering an authentic and unique safari experience, allowing us to relax and unwind between game drives along the beautiful Luangwa River.
August 3,4: Lusaka Departure Flight
After one last wildlife drive, board your small airplane (included) for a 70 minute flight back to Lusaka. Enjoy a final meal together before transferring to the Lusaka airport in time for your flight home (arriving home on August 4), with memories of a unique Zambian adventure that will last a lifetime!
Included for this safari:
- En-suite accommodations (based on double occupancy) and all meals as per the itinerary.
- Soft drinks, Bottled water and Bar beverages at Mukambi Lodge and Busanga Camp.
- Exclusive transport in 4×4 Landcruisers with ‘pop-up’ roof / open sides, and guaranteed window seat.
- Services of exceptional English-speaking guides, knowledgeable of local region and culture.
- Complimentary bottled drinking water.
- Daily safari briefings.
- All park entry fees, conservation fees, airport transfers, and departure taxes.
- Guided safari walks, school/orphanage visits, and cultural excursions as per the itinerary.
- Leadership in ethical, socially responsible practices.
- Three domestic flights as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Next day laundry service at your safari camps.
- Complete pre-departure information including packing lists, trip itinerary, and flight details.
Not included:
- International airfare.
- Travel/medical/cancellation/interruption insurance.
- Single Supplement (if you would like your own room).
- Bar beverages at Wild Dogs Lodge and Track & Trail Lodge.
- Passport fees, inoculations, and Tourist Entry Visa.
- Gratuities for drivers, and room stewards.
- Any optional excursions not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Souvenirs, and items of a personal nature.