12 Days Victoria Falls, Kafue, South Luangwa & Lower Zambezi National Park

Offered by Absolute Zambia Safaris Overview: This itinerary feature Lower Zambezi National Park and the best to explore this Park is through the Zambezi River with unique and Must do activity Guided Canoe Safari, Kafue National Park one of the oldest and second largest in Africa boast of its abundance of wildlife such as Lions., Leopard, Wild dogs, zebra, buffalo’s fantastic birdlife, the cheetah (Though rare sighting of a Cheetah). It also features one of the best in Africa south Luangwa Paradise as others call the Home of Walk Safari or The Valley of the leopards boast of its closer to nature because of its abundance of wildlife with animals likely to see such Leopard, Lion, Hyena, Elephant, Buffaloes, Zebras, Giraffe just to mention few of them and also good birds’ life. Clients will have the opportunity to experience the famous African walking safari and also Victoria Falls in Livingstone the home of adventure activities.

Day 1 to 3: Maramba River Lodge – Livingstone (Victoria Falls)

 

Ideally located just 4km from the Victoria Falls and just outside of Livingstone, Zambia. Maramba River Lodge provides a most attractive all-year-round accommodation base in a shaded woodland setting. The Lodge is situated on a bluff overlooking the Maramba River. We are often visited by the resident wildlife with elephant wandering through the grounds at certain times of the year.

Maramba’s private chalets are spacious and airy and nestle under mopane and mahogany trees. All our rustic, thatched chalets have creative mukwa and wrought iron fittings, en-suite tiled bathrooms, mosquito proofing with treated nets, ceiling fans, internal safe, and views over the Maramba River or floodlit waterhole. Our chalets are available in twins, doubles and family units that sleep 4.

Facilities: Activity Centre for all local activities, 24-Hour Security, Laundry, Curio Shop & Swimming Pool

Day 3 to 6: Hippo Lodge - Kafue National Park

 

INTRODUCTION

Hippo Lodge is an owner-run camp and is geared towards creating a personalised and intimate atmosphere that one would expect from a classic safari lodge. Bruce Whitfield, who has over a decade of experience guiding in Kafue National Park, will show you the magic of the bush with his extensive knowledge in African wildlife.

The lodge is situated on the east bank of the Kafue River, in the northern sector of the Kafue National Park, 100 km west-northwest of Mumbwa. Northeast of Hippo is the Lubungu ferry crossing on the old Kasempa road. Approximately 40 km downstream is Lufupa Lodge.

Hippo is a comfortable 4-hour drive from Lusaka in the dry season (May to mid-November) and the road is passable all year round for a reasonably high-clearance vehicle, although a reliable 4x4 vehicle is needed in the wet season (December to April). The Hippo airstrip lies less than 2 km from the lodge and is open in the dry season. A flight from Lusaka International to the camp takes no more than an hour and a half. This is the only airstrip in the area (1100 km long).

Activities include 4x4 game drives; walking safaris with armed escort; excellent birding and fishing; river cruises; or Indulge yourself in the tranquil and healing azure waters of our nearby natural hot springs. View Activities Available

 

If you want to be closer to nature choose the secluded self-catering camp on the beautiful, wooded Lunga Island 25 minutes upstream, with 6 furnished en-suite safari tents and a fully equipped kitchen and braai area. Read about Hippo Lunga Island.

Hippo Lodge has a peaceful atmosphere heightened by its seclusion deep within the Zambian bush, far from the bustle of modern city life. Come and fish, go game viewing or simply relax on the deck and watch the waters of the Kafue flow by as the sun sets on another perfect African day.

ACCOMMODATION

Hippo Lodge is idyllically situated on the east bank of the Kafue River within the northern sector of Zambia’s Kafue National Park, a 5-hour drive from Lusaka on a road accessible all year round.

Accommodation consists of five private thatched chalets, plus 2 rustic safari tents, all en-suite. Each chalet is secluded from the rest and they all have exquisite views of the river. One of them is a spacious self-catering villa which can also be booked as a full-board option, ideal for bigger families.

Day 6 to 9: Wildlife Camp – South Luangwa National Park

 

Wildlife Safari Camp is a safari-camp on the banks of the Luangwa River in Zambia. This camp provides guests with an affordable front-row seat to one of the greatest wildlife sanctuaries in Africa, South Luangwa National Park. Since 1992 Wildlife Camp has been one of the most famous and popular camps in the Luangwa Valley, providing our guests with spectacular and authentic experiences in the African bush.

Wildlife Safari Camp has 9 en-suite chalets, five of which are situated in a quiet corner of the camp, overlooking a lagoon area and surrounded by huge shady trees while the other four are located in the centre of our camp, conveniently close to our reception area, main bar and restaurant. These four chalets each offer unique views over the Luangwa River. The Camp also has En-suite Safari Tents which are ideal for budget guests who cannot afford the slightly higher rates for the Chalet

Day 9 to 12: Kiambi Safari Lodge – Lower Zambezi National Park, Zambia

Kiambi Lower Zambezi is your first gentle, mellow taste of the Lower Zambezi, and sets the uniquely African stage for your forthcoming journey of discovery.

Kiambi Safari owns and operates an exclusive lodge in the Lower Zambezi Valley – Kiambi Lower Zambezi, situated in the Chiawa Game Management area of the Zambezi Valley, in a prime location on the confluence of the Zambezi and Kafue Rivers. The Lodge welcomed the first guests at Kiambi Lower Zambezi in May 1999 and has from its inception, enchanted one and all by truly capturing the essence of the Lower Zambezi. Kiambi Lower Zambezi offers a unique composite experience, a rare combination of Africa’s culture, scenery and wildlife. This is “The real Africa”. Each of the luxury thatched chalets is set on a raised wooden platform, with spacious en-suite facilities and private verandas with a view over the Zambezi. While relishing the supreme comfort, furnished stylishly in Rhodesian teak and equipped with the necessities to make your stay comfortable; Kiambi guests never lose that close-to-nature experience

All luxury thatched cottage come with tea and coffee facilities, air condition, an en-suite bathroom with hot showers.

Included in this Safari Itinerary are: Maramba River Lodge – Victoria Falls (Livingstone)

• 2 Nights Chalet or Luxury Tented Accommodation
• Breakfast, Mid-morning & afternoon teas
• 1 x Guided Victoria Falls (Zambia)
• 1 x Sunset Boat Cruise

Hippo Lodge – Kafue National Park

• 3 Nights Chalet Accommodation or Rustic safari tents (All Ensuite)
• All Meals (Breakfast, Brunch & Three Course Dinner)
• 2 Game Viewing Activities Per Day (Morning or Night Game Drive, Walking Safari, Boat game viewing/sunset cruise)
• National Park Entry Fees

Wildlife Camp – South Luangwa National Park

• 3 Nights Chalet Accommodation
• All Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Three Course Dinner, Tea/Coffee & Snacks)
• 2 x Game Viewing Activities Per Day (Walking Safari, Morning Game Drive & Night Game Drive)
• National Park Entry Fees & All Government Taxes
• Laundry Service Services
• Two-way Mfuwe Airport Transfers

Kiambi Safari Lodge – Lower Zambezi National Park

• 3 Nights Luxury Ensuite Tented Chalet Accommodation
• All Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Three Course Dinner)
• 1 x Three Hours Guided Canoe Safari
• 1 x Sunset Boat Cruise

Transfers & Flight Included are:

• Return Road Transfers from Maramba River Lodge to Livingstone International Airport
• Return Road Transfers from Lusaka Intl Airport to Hippo Lodge
• Return Road Transfers Mfuwe Airport to Wildlife Camp
• Return Road Transfers from Lusaka International Airport to Kiambi Safari Lodge

Excluded are:

• Visa Fee when applicable
• Insurance (Its recommended for clients to arrange it in the country of residents)
• Lunch and Dinner at Maramba River Lodge – Victoria Falls
• Laundry Services at Maramba River Lodge & Kiambi safari Lodge
• Anything of Personal Nature and not mention in Inclusions above