Zambia Classic Safari - Sample Itinerary

Sample Zambia Classic Safari Itinerary at a Glance

DAY 1 – Tongaberzi Lodge/Livingstone (Victoria Falls) – Fully Inclusive – Fly to Livingstone or Victoria Falls airport and road transfer to Tongabezi Lodge.

DAY 2 – Tongaberzi Lodge/Livingstone (Victoria Falls) – Fully Inclusive – Morning tour of the falls and evening sunset cruise on the Zambezi River. The afternoon is free or your choice of activities offered by the lodge.

DAY 3 – Mfuwe Lodge/South Luangwa NP – Fully Inclusive – After breakfast fly from Livingstone to Mfuwe airport via Lusaka. Afternoon bush spa massage and evening game drive.

DAY 4 – Bilimungwe Bushcamp/South Luangwa NP – Fully Inclusive – After breakfast, you will pack up and head for your first camp in the South Luangwa National Park, Bilimungwe Bushcamp. Afternoon tea and evening game drive.

DAY 5 – Bilimungwe Bushcamp/South Luangwa NP – Fully Inclusive – Morning bush walk, brunch in the bush and late afternoon game drive with sundowners.

DAY 6 – Bilimungwe Bushcamp/South Luangwa NP – Fully Inclusive – After breakfast you will set out for an intrepid exploration on foot. Spend a lazy afternoon in your hammock on your private deck before afternoon tea and your evening game drive.

DAY 7 – Chindeni Bushcamp/South Luangwa NP – Fully Inclusive – Morning game drive and transfer to Chindeni Bushcamp. Afternoon to relax and late afternoon walking exploration to discover the rich diversity of the surrounding area.

DAY 8 – Chindeni Bushcamp/South Luangwa NP – Fully Inclusive – Morning game drive and bush brunch. Afternoon watching the migratory birds and wildlife flocking to the lagoon – along with the resident elephants, zebra, and much more!

DAY 9 – Chindeni Bushcamp/South Luangwa NP – Fully Inclusive – – Morning bush walk and afternoon game drive.

DAY 10 – Chindeni Bushcamp/South Luangwa NP – Breakfast – Morning game drive back to Mfuwe airport and fly to Lusaka to connect with your onward international flight.

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Tongabezi Lodge/Livingstone (Victoria Falls)

The luxurious Tongabezi Lodge is situated on the banks of the Zambezi River, just upstream of the Victoria Falls. The lodge features a lounge, a bar, two main area swimming pools, and a gym. Meals are served in the large dining room, on an outdoor deck overlooking the river, in the privacy of your room, or floating on the Zambezi River. The five houses and four river cottages are each individually styled and cater for two to five guests. Game drives, bush walks, and boating trips are all-inclusive. Victoria Falls can be viewed in close proximity to the lodge, on a short excursion with your guide.

Located near the Zambezi River in southwestern Zambia, the bustling town of Livingstone is famous as the home of the magnificent Victoria Falls. One of the original natural wonders of the world, the World Heritage Site is known locally as ‘The Smoke that Thunders’. This spectacle is accessible from both Zambia and Zimbabwe.

ACTIVITIES

Victoria Falls is an ideal place to combine game viewing and water sports. There is much to do including excellent fishing, a thrilling bungee jump and arguably the best commercial whitewater rafting in the world. Visitors can hike around the falls, try zip lining or enjoy the incredible bridge swing. Those seeking more leisurely activities can take sunset cruises along the river, with champagne and snacks included, meander through the vibrant local Livingstone Market, or discover the region’s history and archaeology at the Livingstone Museum.

ROOM CONFIGURATION

River Cottages – Redefining life on the banks of the Zambezi River the River Cottages feature high ceilings, giant bespoke wood and glass windows and doors leading onto expansive sustainable pine decks. The signature African fusion Tongabezi style has been distilled to the best of ‘Made in Zambia’ in both the interior and outdoor spaces. Famous for keeping the romance of travel alive and the Cottages were designed to provide a private haven where your every whim just happens to be attended to by your very own valet.

Houses and Chalets – include the Nut House, Tree House, Bird House, Honeymoon House, Dog House, Garden House and Sindabezi Chalet and Singabezi Honeymoon Chalet. Each house is uniquely designed, constructed and decorated with the best art, textiles, and textures that have been collected from all around the African continent – from Morocco, Mali, Zambia, and South Africa just to start. This creates a lusciously romantic setting for relaxation, without losing an inch of the incredible river-view.

PROPERTY FACILITIES

24-hour Security, Activity Desk, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Gym, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Private Vehicle Available, Restaurant, Secure Parking, TV Room

ROOM FACILITIES

Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fan, Fireplace, Fridge, Hair Dryer, Heater, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mini Bar, Mini Bar (Complimentary), Mosquito Nets, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah

SERVICES

Airport Shuttle (Available), Babysitting Service, Chauffer Service, Credit Card, Foreign Exchange, Room Service, Room Service (24 hours), Travel Desk

Mfuwe Lodge/South Luangwa National Park

A unique lodge situated in the South Luangwa National Park with 18 luxury en-suite thatched chalets, each with a private decking area that overlooks a beautiful oxbow lagoon that attracts abundant wildlife. Mfuwe Lodge provides the visitor with a special glimpse of Africa as she was – untouched, unspoilt and unforgettable.

Accommodation comprises 18 guest chalets, each with its own private deck. Game drives and walks are conducted by an experienced and knowledgeable team of guides. The lodge also boasts a Bush Spa where a range of relaxing and healing African therapies are provided.

Bordering the Luangwa River, the northern and southern Luangwa National Parks contain some of the most breathtaking and untouched wilderness in Africa. As a result of this and the parks’ successful anti-poaching campaigns, the area has developed into a world-renowned wildlife haven. The South Luangwa National Park is renowned for its walking safari, which allows visitors to view elephant, hippo and even lion close-up under the supervision of professional and knowledgeable armed guides.