South Luangwa, Kafue and Falls
South Luangwa National Park - Kafue National Park - Livingstone & The Victoria Falls
Overview
Encompassing two of Zambia’s best safari areas, alongside the iconic Victoria Falls, this itinerary gives travellers a fantastic snapshot of what Zambia has to offer.
Starting in the South Luangwa, made famous for it’s walking safaris, guests will be able to enjoy one of the best areas to see Lion and Leopard in Southern Africa. Birding is excellent here as well so the diversity makes it a very popular park. From there guests travel down to Kafue, where Lion are again abundant. One of the main draws of Kafue is the chance to see the elusive Cheetah and Wild Dog, rarely seen in much of Africa.
Finishing up at Livingstone gives guest some time to relax and enjoy the iconic Victoria Falls. There are many activities on offer here, including canoeing, river boat cruises, fishing trips, walking tours and flights over the top of the Falls by helicopter or microlight.
| Destination | Accommodation | Nights | Basis | Room Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Luangwa National Park | Tena Tena Safari Camp | 3 | FI | Standard |
| Kafue National Park | Shumba Camp | 3 | FI | Standard |
| Livingstone & The Victoria Falls | Toka Leya Lodge | 3 | FI | Standard |
*FI = Fully Inclusive
Day 1
This morning you will fly into Lusaka where you will be met and escorted to your flight up to Mfuwe, the gateway to the South Luangwa National Park. From there you will be transferred to Tena Tena Safari Camp where you will be spending the next 3 nights. After a bite to eat and some time to relax you will head out on your first safari – a chance to start spotting some of Africa’s fabled Big 5.
Tena Tena Safari Camp
With just 5 Tented Suites, Tena Tena offers an intimate setting for a South Luangwa Safari. The Tents are spacious, with their own outdoor showers and small veranda areas where guests can relax during the day. The main part of the lodge is moulded around a large termite mound and mahogany tree, giving it a unique feel. There are outside dining areas so you can enjoy your evening meal under the African stars.
Overnight at Tena Tena Safari Camp, Fully Inclusive basis
Day 2
Today will be a full day on safari from Tena Tena, enjoying the superb variety of safari activities that they can offer. You will be able to enjoy morning and evening game drives, guided walks with an armed ranger, village tours and, depending on the season, canoe safaris. In between all of this you will have some time to sit back, relax and enjoy the lovely surroundings of the lodge.
Overnight at Tena Tena Safari Camp, Fully Inclusive basis
Day 3
Another full day enjoying the range of activities on offer from Tena Tena.
Overnight at Tena Tena Safari Camp, Fully Inclusive basis
Day 4
You will have a final morning safari from Tena Tena before breakfast and a transfer to Mfuwe for your flight down to Kafue via Lusaka. You will be collected from the airstrip and transferred to Shumba Camp where you will be spending the next 3 nights. You will have some time to relax and have a bite to eat before commencing safari activities again.
Shumba Camp
Shumba commands an excellent location in the heart of the Busanga Plains, close to a variety of permanent water sources. The 6 spacious tents are all raised up on platforms offering spectacular views of the surrounding area, with their own small decking areas to relax on. The main lodge houses the raised dining area and boma where guests will be able to enjoy dinner under the stars.
Overnight at Shumba Lodge, Fully Inclusive basis
Day 5
Today will involve an early wake up call for your morning safari before heading back to the lodge for breakfast. You will then have some time to relax and enjoy the lodge, perhaps taking the chance to have a guided walk in the early afternoon. You will then take afternoon tea before your evening game drive – a great chance to see the predators searching for their evening meal before returning to the lodge for yours!
Overnight at Shumba Lodge, Fully Inclusive basis
Day 6
Your day on safari at Shumba does not have to be all game drives. You have the opportunity to take guided walks, go on birding excursions and, if the water levels permit, guided boat trips. There is also the chance to take a balloon ride over Kafue – a spectacular way to see this beautiful National Park.
Overnight at Shumba Lodge, Fully Inclusive basis
Day 7
A final morning safari will be followed by breakfast before being transferred to the Kafue Airstrip for your flight down to Livingstone. There you will be met by Toka Leya staff who will transfer you up to the lodge where you will be spending the next 3 nights. There will be some time to relax before perhaps enjoying an evening activity from the lodge.
Toka Leya Camp
Roughly 30 minutes upstream from Victoria Falls you will find Toka Leya Camp. With just 12 tented suites set overlooking the mighty Zambezi River. With wooden floors and comfortable furnishings they are very luxurious, with large decking areas to relax on during the day. Guests will be able to enjoy a diverse range of activities here, including walks, cultural village tours, boat trips, elephant excursions and fishing to name but a few. There is also a spa within the lodge if anyone wants to be pampered during their stay.
Overnight at Toka Leya Camp, Fully Inclusive basis
Day 8
With so much to see and do, days at Victoria Falls tend to be action packed. A walking tour of the Falls is a must and the guides from Toka Leya are a useful companion on one of these. Excursions on the river are another way to see the Falls, with may guest choosing to do a “Flight of the Angels” – a helicopter or microlight flight over the top of them. In between these activities, there will always be friendly staff at the lodge to serve drinks and ensure you are well looked after,
Overnight at Tokay Leya Lodge, Fully Inclusive basis
Day 9
More time to explore The Falls today, perhaps taking an Elephant back safari or just a quiet boat trip upriver from the Falls.
Overnight at Toka Leya Lodge, Fully Inclusive basis
