Compare Luxurious Luangwa & Lower Zambezi by Audley Travel vs 8-day Zambia Victoria Falls + Safari by Ker & Downey Africa
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Duration | 11 days | 8 days |
Price From | $ 13,023 | $ 4,999 |
Price Per Day | $ 1,184 | $ 625 |
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Trip Style | Private guided tour | Private guided tour |
Lodging Level | Luxury | Premium |
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Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Internal airfare and ground transport included |
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The wild heart of Africa, Zambia is a green oasis of national parks fed by rivers and wetlands that attract a huge variety of animals. Elephant, lion, wild dog and hyena are commonly spotted, and leopards cool off from the sun on the shady branches of trees. Before or after your safari in Zambia you can visit Victoria Falls, half of which lies within the country’s boundaries. Our specialists will use their own safari experiences in Zambia to plan your trip, whether you want to focus on searching for the Big Five or look for more unusual wildlife. Added to its game drives, Zambia is known as the home of the walking safari, and its guides are among the highest qualified in Africa. They’ll show you how to track animals, identify birds from their calls and discover the hidden world of insects as you walk through the bush. |
This 8-day highlights of Zambia is great for all members of the family and the lodge Sussi & Chuma also offers child friendly game drives, child friendly menus and evening meals and also supports the local village and school in Livingstone as well. |
Day 1 : International outbound flight
Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Lusaka Airport.
Day 2 : South Luangwa National Park
Arrive in Lusaka and connect onto a light aircraft flight to Mfuwe. On arrival in Mfuwe transfer through the South Luangwa Park to your lodge. Enjoy an afternoon game drive in the park.
Day 3 : South Luangwa National Park
A day of safari activities from Chinzombo. You will be able to go out on walking safaris or game drives with your guide, as well as a night drive to spot some of the nocturnal wildlife of the Luangwa.
Day 4 : South Luangwa National Park
Today you will take a safari drive across to Mchenja Bushcamp. The camp overlooks the Luangwa River and is shaded by ebony trees. Relax at camp before going on an afternoon/evening safari activity.
Day 5 : South Luangwa National Park
Today you will participate in morning and afternoon game viewing activities. The South Luangwa National Park is regarded as one of the finest safari destinations in Africa, and the game is phenomenally varied.
Day 6 : Lower Zambezi National Park
You will leave the South Luangwa today and catch your onward flight to the Lower Zambezi. You will be met at the airstrip and driven to camp. Here you will be able to relax before heading out to explore on your evening game activity. The sunsets in the Lower Zambezi are fantastic so make sure you make the most of these.
Day 7 : Lower Zambezi National Park
A full day of game viewing activities around Sausage Tree. You will be taken out on the morning, afternoon and evening activities of your choice. Sausage Tree prides itself on tailoring activities to your needs. You may like to take a drive in the beautiful woodland areas of the Lower Zambezi. This is home to elephant, leopard, giraffe and more.
Day 8 : Lower Zambezi National Park
A full day to enjoy the fabulous game viewing on offer at Sausage Tree Camp. The focus here is on water-based activities and there is some great game-viewing to be done on boat safaris. The bird-life is prolific at this time of year and you will also see herds of elephant and pods of hippo that live in Zambezi. Each day you are also likely to go on an evening game drive.
Day 9 : Lower Zambezi National Park
Final day on safari, enjoying activities from Sausage Tree Camp.
Day 10 : International return flight
You will leave camp today and fly back to Lusaka.
Day 11 : International return flight
Arrive home today to complete your journey.
Days 1 to 3: Livingstone
From Livingstone Airport you will take a short transfer with a Ker & Downey Africa representative to your lodge.
This hotel has river-facing rooms with a fantastic view of the Zambezi River where you can the views from your private balcony and is nearby the Victoria Falls which is one of the Seven natural wonders of the world. There is lots on offer at The David Livingstone including a Health Spa in a tranquil environment, a restaurant in a traditional Zambian restaurant, shuttle services to Livingstone town. Great setting with grass banks on the Zambezi River for you to watch amazing sunrises or sunsets.
On day 2 we have included a Guided Tour of the Falls on the Zambian side which will take between 2 to 3 hours. You will get to see the Falls with a knowledgeable guide for an unforgettable experience.
Activities And Services
- Kalai Restaurant
- Gwembe Terrace
Recommended
- Ujiji Bar
Days 4 to 7: Victoria Falls (Zambia)
After a gourmet breakfast with a view of the Zambezi River, you will be collected by your driver and taken back to Livingstone Airport, from the airport you will change vehicles and you will be transferred to your next lodge in Zambia which is 12kms upstream from Victoria Falls.
We have chosen this lodge as it is the only lodge in the area to offer guided walking safaris is in the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park and accommodation is in tree-houses connected by wooden walkways set amongst the trees.
They offer game drives in custom-built 4x4 safari vehicles into the National Park and guests can be lucky enough to see the rare wild dog on occasion in the Park. Also offers guests a walking tour of Victoria Falls, canoeing on the Zambezi, Sundowner Cruise, a local school & village tour where guests can hire bicycles to use to tour the village and seasonal fishing.
Activities And Services
- Game Drive
- Tour of Victoria Falls
- Walking Safari
- Canoeing on the Zambezi
- Sundowner Cruise
- Local School & Village Tour
- Fishing
Optional
- Flight of Angels
- White Water Rafting
- Livingstone Island Visit
- Tour of Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe Side)
Day 8: End Of Itinerary
After your morning activity, usually a game drive or walking safari, take a short transfer back to Livingstone to either the airport or alternative destination for your onward journey.