|  | Vast tracks of wilderness, sensational wildlife and few tourists: these are the hallmarks of Zambia, a huge landlocked country in the heart of Southern Africa.
- Zambezi River
- Victoria Falls
- Canoeing
- Boat cruise
- Bird watching
- Game viewing
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| Start: Lusaka
| Day 1 Lusaka
You will be met by your guide on arrival at the airport and transferred to your campsite just outside of Lusaka. Relax after your flight or explore Zambia's capital.
Distance: 20 km
Accommodation: Camping at Pioneer Campsite or similar
Meals: Dinner | Day 2-4 Kafue National Park
Departing from Lusaka at 6h30 we head for the northern part of the Kafue National Park where we'll camp for 3 nights. This reserve, established in 1924, covers a huge area of wetland and miombo woodland and is a wilderness sanctuary for lion, elephant, leopard, puku, lechwe and many other antelope as well as over 400 species of birds. The Kafue River which forms part of the eastern boundary of the reserve is home to hippo and great numbers of crocodiles. The Kafue is a seldom visited area; untamed stretches of wilderness reminiscent of ancient primal Africa.
Distance: 350 km
Accommodation: Camping at Lufupa Camp
Meals: B, L, D x3 | Day 5 Lochinvar National Park
Lochinvar National Park south of Lusaka is situated on the Chunga Lagoon with its abundant birdlife. The wetlands and surrounding floodplains support herds of buffalo, lechwe and zebra and we'll take full day to explore the area. Our visits bring much needed funds which help support the anti-poaching teams in this area.
Distance: 500 km
Accommodation: Camping
Meals: B, L, D | Day 6 - 7 Victoria Falls, Livingstone
We camp for 2 nights in Livingstone, Zambia, named after Dr David Livingstone, and visit the Mosi oa Tunya or 'the smoke that thunders' - Victoria Falls. These magnificent falls are one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Extra activities at own expense.
Distance: 350 km
Accommodation: Camping at Zambezi Waterfront
Meals: B, L, D x2 | Day 8 - 9 Kariba
We make our way to the shores of Lake Kariba. About 160km downstream of Victoria Falls, Africa's fourth longest river flows into a vast artificial lake created by one of the worlds largest dams. Explore the area and relax on a boat cruise as the sun sets.
Distance: 480 km
Accommodation: Camping at Eagles Nest Campsite
Meals: B, L, D x2 | Day 10 - 13
We drive down into the Lower Zambezi Valley and spend three nights camping on the banks of the Zambezi River. Enjoy 3 days canoeing down the Zambezi River, home of the tribal mythical god - Nyami Nyami. The river attracts elephants and other wildlife from the surrounding wilderness. After a day highlighted by bird watching and game viewing, relax on your final evening around a campfire recalling the wonderful memories of a great journey.
Distance: 100 km
Accommodation: Camping
Meals: B, L, D x4 | Day 14 Lusaka
After breakfast, we leave the Lower Zambezi area behind and make our way back to Lusaka where the tour ends.
Distance: 180 km
Meals: Breakfast | End: Lusaka
| Rate includes:
. 13 nights camping accommodation
. entrance fees
. use of camping equipment (except sleeping bags)
. transport in 4x4 safari vehicle
. professional guide
. lower Zambezi canoeing excursion
. meals as per itinerary | Group size
Maximum: 10 |
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