12 Days Zambia’s Untamed Wilderness & Waterfalls

happy holiday

Stay & Enjoy

15% off on all booking

Lions in a tree Lake Manyara National Park

Trip Overview

Experience Zambia’s raw and unspoiled wilderness on this 12-day adventure, combining walking safaris, river expeditions, and the breathtaking Victoria Falls. Begin in South Luangwa National Park, the birthplace of walking safaris, where you’ll track elephants, lions, and leopards on foot. Move on to Lower Zambezi National Park, where you’ll enjoy canoeing safaris, game drives, and sunset cruises along the Zambezi River. End your journey at Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, with thrilling helicopter rides and river activities.

This itinerary is perfect for wildlife enthusiasts, adventure seekers, and travelers looking for an authentic Zambian experience.

Great For

Walking Safari Enthusiasts

Big Five Wildlife Lovers

Adventure & River Safari Seekers

Photographers & Nature Lovers

Highlights

Package Included

Tour Plan

Day 1: Arrival in Lusaka – Welcome to Zambia
  • Meet & greet at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, with a private transfer to your hotel.
  • Optional city tour, visiting the Lusaka National Museum and local craft markets.
  • Accommodation: Latitude 15° Lusaka | Meals: Dinner
  • Scenic flight to South Luangwa, one of Africa’s top wildlife destinations.
  • Day 2: Afternoon game drive, spotting leopards, elephants, and wild dogs.
  • Day 3: Walking safari with expert guides, learning about tracking techniques and animal behavior.
  • Day 4: Full-day game drive and night safari, increasing chances of seeing nocturnal predators in action.
  • Day 5: Visit a local conservation project or enjoy a river safari along the Luangwa River.
  • Accommodation: Chinzombo Lodge | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Fly to Lower Zambezi National Park, a haven for canoeing safaris and riverside game viewing.
  • Day 6: Afternoon game drive, watching elephants and lions along the riverbanks.
  • Day 7: Full-day canoeing safari, paddling past hippos, crocodiles, and herds of buffalo.
  • Day 8: Morning walking safari, followed by a sunset boat cruise on the Zambezi River.
  • Day 9: Relax at the lodge, enjoy catch-and-release fishing, or take an optional scenic flight over the park.
  • Accommodation: Anabezi Camp | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Fly to Livingstone, the gateway to Victoria Falls, one of the largest waterfalls in the world.
  • Day 10: Visit the Victoria Falls National Park, witnessing the thundering cascades and rainforest trails.
  • Day 11: Optional helicopter flight (“Flight of Angels”), Zambezi River sunset cruise, or white-water rafting.
  • Day 12: Leisure morning, followed by transfer to Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport for departure.
  • Accommodation: Royal Livingstone Hotel | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, descending into the largest unbroken volcanic caldera in the world.
  • Day 8: Full-day game drive, spotting rhinos, hippos, and lions.
  • Day 9: Visit a Maasai village, learning about their traditional lifestyle and conservation efforts.
  • Accommodation: Ngorongoro Crater Lodge | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  •  
  • Fly to Zanzibar, arriving at a luxury beachfront resort.
  • Day 6-7: Relax on powdery white sands, enjoy spa treatments, and explore vibrant local markets.
  • Day 8: Guided Stone Town heritage tour, exploring narrow streets, spice markets, and historical sites.
  • Day 9: Snorkeling or diving trip to Mnemba Atoll, home to dolphins and coral gardens.
  • Day 10: Morning at leisure before transfer to Zanzibar International Airport.
  • Accommodation: Zuri Zanzibar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Places You’ll See