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Private safari journey · Zambia

7-Day Luxury Safari in Zambia’s South Luangwa and Lower Zambezi National Parks

Spend three nights at Time + Tide Chinzombo in South Luangwa, then three at Time + Tide Chongwe Camp for game drives, walking safaris and seasonal canoeing.

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Duration
7 days
5 stops
Stays
2 stays
Guide price
From US$7,322
per person
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Luxury tour
Private tour

The journey

Journey overview

Explore both the South Luangwa and the Lower Zambezi, with extended stays at remarkable camps. The unspoiled wilderness that is South Luangwa National Park is known as the Valley of the Leopard and the home to the walking safari. With endemic giraffe and wild dogs, the game viewing is fantastic. The Lower Zambezi National Park is a haven for elephants, predators and birdlife. It offers a variety of activities in Zambia, from game drives to canoeing, boat cruises, walking safaris and fishing.

  • Activities: game drives, evening/night game drives, walking safaris (with an armed guide) & boat trip
  • Game drives: open-sided 4x4 vehicle
  • Getting around: minivan & air transfer International flights can be arranged A transfer from and back to the airport is included
  • Luxury tour
  • Private tour
  • Can start any day
  • Can be customized
  • Not for solo travelers
  • Minimum age of 18 years

Availability

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Listing last checked on 28 Aug 2026

Journey route

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Day by day

Your itinerary

01Day 1

Day 1

Arrival in South Luangwa National Park

Your safari starts at Lusaka airport. On arrival, connect with the scheduled flight to Mfuwe Airstrip. Meet with your ranger and transfer to the camp where you will spend the next 3 nights exploring this incredible and diverse area. Arrive at Chinzombo, located across from the National Park, in one of the most game-rich areas of South Luangwa National Park. Take a boat across the river with your experienced guide for a game drive, safari walk or boat cruise (seasonal) to catch sight of lions, leopards and other predator action. Your stay includes your meals, selected beverages, laundry and all scheduled shared activities.
  • Luxury lodge located inside South Luangwa NP
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
02Days 2–3

Days 2–3

South Luangwa National Park Exploration

You have two full days to explore this untouched wilderness area. This area is renowned for its walking safari, which allows you to view wildlife close-up under the supervision of professional and knowledgeable armed guides. Nearby, a wildlife hide overlooks a lively oxbow lagoon—perfect for photography. Your days will be filled with amazing game viewing experiences. Back at the lodge, you can lounge on the riverfront sun deck with a book from the open-air library, or cool down at your plunge pool. You will enjoy dinner under the stars, made with fresh produce.
  • Luxury lodge located inside South Luangwa NP
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
04Day 4

Day 4

Flight to Lower Zambezi National Park

Today you bid the South Luangwa farewell as you head to your next destination, the Lower Zambezi National Park. You will be transferred to Mfuwe airstrip and then be flown to the airstrip where you will then be transferred to Chongwe River Camp, your home for the next three nights. The small number of camps in Lower Zambezi National Park keep it free from overcrowding. The area is best known for its impressive variety of safari activities – enjoy drives to walking safaris, or take to the rivers on a boat cruise or canoeing safari, or try your hand at tiger fishing (season dependent).
  • Luxury tented camp bordering Lower Zambezi NP without fences
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
05Days 5–6

Days 5–6

Lower Zambezi National Park

The Lower Zambezi National Park is the newest of Zambia’s exceptional, undeveloped wildlife areas. Most activities are concentrated along the Zambezi as this is what draws the animals and aside from game drives and walking safaris the area offers canoe trips and tiger fishing. Your stay includes all your meals, selected beverages and a range of activities: game drives (day and night), walking safaris, cultural visits, canoeing (seasonal) and boat cruises (seasonal).
  • Luxury tented camp bordering Lower Zambezi NP without fences
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
07Day 7

Day 7

Lusaka farewell

Time to say your good-byes on this last day of the journey. After breakfast, you will be transferred to Royal airstrip for the flight to Lusaka. Arrive Lusaka and connect with your international flight. Or extend your safari.
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Stays

Where you will stay

Accommodation is subject to confirmation for your dates.

Time + Tide Chinzombo Days 1 to 3 · 3 nights

Time + Tide Chinzombo

South Luangwa National Park

Luxury lodge inside South Luangwa NP

3 nights Room confirmed with quote
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Time + Tide Chongwe Camp Days 4 to 6 · 3 nights

Time + Tide Chongwe Camp

Lower Zambezi

Luxury tented camp bordering Lower Zambezi NP without fences

3 nights Room confirmed with quote
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What’s included

The exact inclusion list is confirmed for your dates before you commit.

Included in this journey

  1. Park fees (For non-residents)
  2. All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
  3. All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
  4. A professional driver/guide
  5. All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
  6. All flights during the tour
  7. All Taxes/VAT
  8. Roundtrip airport transfer
  9. Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
  10. Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Not included

  • 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

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From

US$7,322

per person

Guide price

US$10,025 per person

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2 stays

6 nights across 7 days.

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Listing updated

28 Aug 2026

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