Zambia

Tailor-made safaris that include Zambia.

7-Day Kruger Park and Vic Falls Combo Most requested Special
  • 7 days
  • 2 lodges
  • All-inclusive

7-Day Kruger Park and Vic Falls Combo

  • 3 nights aboard Kruger Shalati, the train on the bridge over the Sabie River
  • Twice-daily game drives in open Land Rovers across Kruger National Park
  • 3 nights at The Wallow Lodge in Victoria Falls
  • Full-day Chobe National Park trip with river safari, lunch and game drive
  • Guided tour of Victoria Falls on the Zimbabwean side
  • All flights from Johannesburg and internal transfers included
  • Honeymoon
  • Luxury

Per person, complete package, from

US$5,490 US$5,850

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11-Day Southern Africa Safari in Style Most requested Special
  • 11 days
  • South Africa
  • 3 lodges
  • Fly-in

11-Day Southern Africa Safari in Style

  • 3 nights at The Cape Milner with Table Mountain and V&A Waterfront at hand
  • 3 nights at Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge in a private Kruger concession
  • Twice-daily Big Five game drives with expert guides
  • 3 nights at The Wallow Lodge on a private concession near Victoria Falls
  • Guided tour of the Falls, sundowner river cruise and cocktails at Batoka Gorge
  • All internal flights and transfers across Cape Town, Kruger and Victoria Falls
  • Luxury
  • Big 5

Per person, complete package, from

US$4,100

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7-Day Ultra-Lux Kruger and Vic Falls Fly-in Safari Most requested
  • 7 days
  • 2 lodges
  • Fly-in
  • All-inclusive

7-Day Ultra-Lux Kruger and Vic Falls Fly-in Safari

  • 3 nights at Lukimbi Safari Lodge in Kruger National Park
  • Twice-daily open-vehicle game drives and guided bush walks
  • Suite with private deck, indoor and outdoor showers overlooking the river
  • 3 nights at the 5-star Palm River Hotel in Victoria Falls
  • 3-course dinner at Cassia Restaurant, Ilala Lodge Hotel
  • All flights from Johannesburg to Kruger, on to Vic Falls and back
  • Family
  • Luxury

Per person, complete package, from

US$5,180

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3-Day Livingstone, Victoria Falls Safari
  • 3 days
  • Zambia
  • 1 lodge

3-Day Livingstone, Victoria Falls Safari

  • 2 nights at the 5-star Royal Livingstone Hotel on the Zambezi
  • 10-minute walk to Victoria Falls from the hotel
  • Guided walking tour of Victoria Falls
  • Helicopter or microlight flight over the Falls
  • Sunset cruise on the Zambezi aboard the African Queen
  • Round-trip transfers from Livingstone Airport included

Per person, complete package, from

US$1,610

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7-Day Safari in Kapama Game Reserve and Victoria Falls
  • 7 days
  • Zimbabwe
  • 2 lodges
  • All-inclusive

7-Day Safari in Kapama Game Reserve and Victoria Falls

  • 3 nights at Kapama River Lodge in the Greater Kruger
  • Twice-daily Big Five game drives and guided bush walks
  • 3 nights at the ultra-luxe Victoria Falls Safari Club
  • Guided tour of Victoria Falls and a Zambezi sunset cruise
  • Cultural village visit with optional helicopter flight over the falls
  • Flights from Johannesburg to Hoedspruit and on to Victoria Falls
  • Luxury
  • Photo

Per person, complete package, from

US$4,660

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4-Day-All-Inclusive Victoria Falls Safari at Elephant Camp Special
  • 4 days
  • Zimbabwe
  • 1 lodge
  • All-inclusive

4-Day-All-Inclusive Victoria Falls Safari at Elephant Camp

  • 3 nights at Elephant Camp inside Victoria Falls National Park
  • Suites with private plunge pools overlooking the Zambezi Gorges
  • Guided tour of Victoria Falls and the Canopy Tour
  • Game drives and walking trails tracking the Big Five
  • Sunset cruise on the Zambezi Royal Boat
  • Round-trip road transfers from Victoria Falls Airport included

Per person, complete package, from

US$2,220 US$2,690

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7-Day Safari Promotion: From Sabi Sands to Victoria Falls
  • 7 days
  • South Africa, Zimbabwe
  • 1 lodge
  • All-inclusive

7-Day Safari Promotion: From Sabi Sands to Victoria Falls

  • 3 nights at Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge, then 3 at The Elephant Camp
  • Twice-daily open-vehicle game drives and a walking safari in Sabi Sand
  • Big Five tracking across the unfenced Sabi Sand and Kruger wilderness
  • Guided tour of Victoria Falls plus a Zambezi sunset cruise
  • One bonus activity: Flight of Angels, white-water rafting, Chobe day trip or Malachite dinner cruise
  • All inter-camp flights from Johannesburg via Skukuza and Kruger included
  • Big 5
  • Honeymoon
  • Luxury

Per person, complete package, from

US$8,800

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8-Day Cape Town Family Safari and Vic Falls Combo
  • 8 days
  • South Africa
  • 3 lodges
  • All-inclusive

8-Day Cape Town Family Safari and Vic Falls Combo

  • 3 nights at the Victoria & Alfred Hotel on Cape Town's V&A Waterfront
  • Table Mountain cable car, Bo-Kaap and optional Robben Island visit
  • 2 nights at Gondwana Family Lodge in Sanbona with twice-daily Big Five game drives
  • 2 nights at The Wallow Lodge on a private concession inside Victoria Falls National Park
  • Guided tour of Victoria Falls and sundowners over Batoka Gorge
  • Internal flights Cape Town to Vic Falls to Johannesburg included
  • Family
  • Big 5

Per person, complete package, from

US$4,890

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11 Day Luxury Kruger, Victoria Falls & Cape Town
  • 11 days
  • South Africa, Zambia
  • 3 lodges
  • All-inclusive

11 Day Luxury Kruger, Victoria Falls & Cape Town

  • 4 nights at the Victoria & Alfred Hotel on Cape Town's Waterfront
  • Table Mountain cable car, Cape Peninsula drive and Boulders Beach penguins
  • 3 nights at Lion Sands River Lodge for Big Five game drives in Sabi Sand
  • 3 nights at Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma on the Zambezi River
  • Guided tour of Victoria Falls plus sundowner cruises and canoeing
  • All internal flights between Cape Town, Kruger and Victoria Falls included
  • Luxury

Per person, complete package, from

US$9,960

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10-Day Exploring Victoria Falls, Hwange & Chobe National Park Safari
  • 10 days
  • 2 lodges
  • All-inclusive

10-Day Exploring Victoria Falls, Hwange & Chobe National Park Safari

  • 3 nights at Victoria Falls Hotel, 3 at Camelthorn Lodge, 3 at Chobe Game Lodge
  • Guided tour of Victoria Falls and sundowner cruise on the Zambezi
  • 12-minute helicopter flight over Victoria Falls
  • Game drives and nature walks in Hwange National Park
  • Game drives and Chobe River boat safaris among Africa's largest elephant herds
  • All inter-country flights and road transfers included
  • Luxury

Per person, complete package, from

US$14,390

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7-Day Victoria Falls and Chobe: Classic Railway Safari Adventure
  • 7 days
  • South Africa
  • 1 lodge
  • All-inclusive

7-Day Victoria Falls and Chobe: Classic Railway Safari Adventure

  • 3 nights aboard Rovos Rail in a Pullman Suite from Pretoria to Victoria Falls
  • Gourmet meals and all beverages included throughout the rail journey
  • 3 nights at Ngoma Safari Lodge overlooking Chobe National Park
  • Game drives among Chobe's renowned elephant herds
  • Boat safari on the Chobe River for hippo, croc and birdlife
  • All road transfers between Victoria Falls Station, Kasane Airport and the lodge
  • Big 5

Per person, complete package, from

US$7,980

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4-Day Fly-In Victoria Falls Ultimate Adventure
  • 4 days
  • 1 lodge
  • Fly-in

4-Day Fly-In Victoria Falls Ultimate Adventure

  • 3 nights at Batonka Guest Lodge in Victoria Falls
  • Sundowner cruise on the Zambezi aboard the Pure Signature Deck
  • Sunrise walking tour of Victoria Falls with a 25-30 minute helicopter flight
  • Full-day crossing into Botswana for a Chobe game drive and boat cruise
  • Round-trip flights from Johannesburg and all transfers included
  • Honeymoon
  • Luxury
  • Walking

Per person, complete package, from

US$1,810

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Where to stay

Lodges in Zambia.

Three price bands, the most-requested in each. 25 lodges across this destination.

The most requested in Affordable.

Top 3

The most requested in Premium.

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The most requested in Lux.

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The basics

Why, when, and where.

Why

Zambia is a wilderness adventure destination that encompasses rugged terrain, diverse wildlife and the world-renowned Victoria Falls. Voted as the "Safest Country in the World to visit in 2018", Zambia boasts a wide range of adrenalin activities including scenic helicopter flights, white water rafting and walking along the edge of the Falls. A visit to Victoria Falls in Livingstone combines perfectly with a safari experience in one of twenty national parks. Ranking amongst the finest game parks in the world, Zambia offers unforgettable game drives, river safaris, and walking safaris in a remote part of Africa.

When

Zambia has a sub-tropical climate and its weather is defined by a wet and dry season rather than summer and winter.

The best time for a safari in Zambia is during the Dry season, May to October, when animals congregate around the rivers and waterholes. During the Wet season, from November to April, dirt roads in the parks can become impassable, and most parks and camps close down.

The Mfuwe sector of South Luangwa National Park has sandy soil and all-weather roads, making it accessible year-round.

The best time to visit Victoria Fallson the Zambia side is at the end of the rainy season (March-May) when the Zambezi River is in full flood and the falls are at their most spectacular.

If you travel during the dry season (especially in October and November) there may be no water coming over the Zambian side of the falls, in which case you'll need to cross over to Zimbabwe to see the main falls. Certain activities such as white-water rafting are only on offer when water levels are low, and this is also the time to take a dip in the Devilโ€™s Pool.

Where

Zambia was voted the "Safest Country in the World to visit in 2018" after a comprehensive evaluation by the US Department of State and the Global Peace Index. A country known for its rugged terrain and diverse wildlife, Zambia is the ideal destination for travelers looking for a true wilderness adventure. The top attraction is the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls. Internationally recognized as one of the โ€œSeven Wonders Of The Worldโ€, the Falls is a spectacular sight with never-ending rainbows and the greatest falling curtain of water.

During the drier months of the year, it is possible to walk along the lip of the falls and can only be done from the Zambian side. After thousands of years of erosion, a rock pool formed right on the very edge of the 100m sheer drop, making Devil's Pool a popular attraction for the fearless traveler.

Zambia is home to twenty national parks with South Luangwa, Kafue and Lower Zambezi ranking amongst the finest game parks in the world.

South Luangwa is famous for walking safaris and is the finest way to experience Africaโ€™s pristine wilderness first-hand. There are 60 different animal species and over 400 different bird species to be seen in the reserve.

Kafue is the oldest and largest of Zambiaโ€™s national parks offering a diversity of animals including rare antelope and great opportunities to view the highly sought after African wild dog

and leopard.

Lower Zambezi is still relatively undeveloped with its beauty lying in its wilderness state. The park offers the opportunity to get close to game wandering in and out of the Zambezi channels and to view the thriving birdlife along the riverbanks.

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Photos from our guests

A traveller's view.

Every photo below was taken by a guest of ours on a recent trip to Zambia. No stock imagery, no marketing shots. What they saw, on their cameras.

One of our customers captured this unforgettable moment with the legendary elephant named Boswell in Mana Pools
One of our customers captured this unforgettable moment with the legendary elephant named Boswell in Mana Pools
Our American guests from Florida capturing a rainbow arching over Victoria Falls, observing hippos in the Zambezi River, and viewing their outside suite at Victoria Falls River Lodge - Island Treehouse Suites
Our American guests from Florida capturing a rainbow arching over Victoria Falls, observing hippos in the Zambezi River, and viewing their outside suite at Victoria Falls River Lodge - Island Treehouse Suites
Our American guests from Florida capturing a rainbow arching over Victoria Falls, observing hippos in the Zambezi River, and viewing their outside suite at Victoria Falls River Lodge - Island Treehouse Suites
Our American guests from Florida capturing a rainbow arching over Victoria Falls, observing hippos in the Zambezi River, and viewing their outside suite at Victoria Falls River Lodge - Island Treehouse Suites
Our American guests from Florida capturing a rainbow arching over Victoria Falls, observing hippos in the Zambezi River, and viewing their outside suite at Victoria Falls River Lodge - Island Treehouse Suites
Our American guests from Florida capturing a rainbow arching over Victoria Falls, observing hippos in the Zambezi River, and viewing their outside suite at Victoria Falls River Lodge - Island Treehouse Suites
Our South African guests at Thorn Tree Lodge in Zambia captured stunning photos of hippos, the boma area, and Victoria Falls.  These magnificent images showcase the magic of their safari experience
Our South African guests at Thorn Tree Lodge in Zambia captured stunning photos of hippos, the boma area, and Victoria Falls. These magnificent images showcase the magic of their safari experience
Our South African guests at Thorn Tree Lodge in Zambia captured stunning photos of hippos, the boma area, and Victoria Falls.  These magnificent images showcase the magic of their safari experience
Our South African guests at Thorn Tree Lodge in Zambia captured stunning photos of hippos, the boma area, and Victoria Falls. These magnificent images showcase the magic of their safari experience
Our South African guests at Thorn Tree Lodge in Zambia captured stunning photos of hippos, the boma area, and Victoria Falls.  These magnificent images showcase the magic of their safari experience
Our South African guests at Thorn Tree Lodge in Zambia captured stunning photos of hippos, the boma area, and Victoria Falls. These magnificent images showcase the magic of their safari experience
Our South African guests at Thorn Tree Lodge in Zambia captured stunning photos of hippos, the boma area, and Victoria Falls.  These magnificent images showcase the magic of their safari experience
Our South African guests at Thorn Tree Lodge in Zambia captured stunning photos of hippos, the boma area, and Victoria Falls. These magnificent images showcase the magic of their safari experience
USA guests enjoyed a luxury journey through South Africa, Zambia, and Zimbabwe, from Cape Townโ€™s The Marly Boutique Hotel to Simbavati Hilltop Lodge, Victoria Fallsโ€™ Royal Livingstone Hotel, and Malori Mashuma Camp.
USA guests enjoyed a luxury journey through South Africa, Zambia, and Zimbabwe, from Cape Townโ€™s The Marly Boutique Hotel to Simbavati Hilltop Lodge, Victoria Fallsโ€™ Royal Livingstone Hotel, and Malori Mashuma Camp.
USA guests enjoyed a luxury journey through South Africa, Zambia, and Zimbabwe, from Cape Townโ€™s The Marly Boutique Hotel to Simbavati Hilltop Lodge, Victoria Fallsโ€™ Royal Livingstone Hotel, and Malori Mashuma Camp.
USA guests enjoyed a luxury journey through South Africa, Zambia, and Zimbabwe, from Cape Townโ€™s The Marly Boutique Hotel to Simbavati Hilltop Lodge, Victoria Fallsโ€™ Royal Livingstone Hotel, and Malori Mashuma Camp.
USA guests enjoyed a luxury journey through South Africa, Zambia, and Zimbabwe, from Cape Townโ€™s The Marly Boutique Hotel to Simbavati Hilltop Lodge, Victoria Fallsโ€™ Royal Livingstone Hotel, and Malori Mashuma Camp.
USA guests enjoyed a luxury journey through South Africa, Zambia, and Zimbabwe, from Cape Townโ€™s The Marly Boutique Hotel to Simbavati Hilltop Lodge, Victoria Fallsโ€™ Royal Livingstone Hotel, and Malori Mashuma Camp.
USA guests enjoyed a luxury journey through South Africa, Zambia, and Zimbabwe, from Cape Townโ€™s The Marly Boutique Hotel to Simbavati Hilltop Lodge, Victoria Fallsโ€™ Royal Livingstone Hotel, and Malori Mashuma Camp.
USA guests enjoyed a luxury journey through South Africa, Zambia, and Zimbabwe, from Cape Townโ€™s The Marly Boutique Hotel to Simbavati Hilltop Lodge, Victoria Fallsโ€™ Royal Livingstone Hotel, and Malori Mashuma Camp.

Imagery

Zambia, in pictures.

Recent travellers

Word from people who have just been to Zambia.

Quotes pulled directly from Trustpilot. Where we have specific reviews mentioning Zambia, those come up first. Otherwise these are recent five-star notes from across the trips we have planned.

"Sara was recommended from friends that she helped plan a safari for in 2024. She extremely helpful and set up alternate itineraries for us with detailed day by day and cost estimates. She patiently talked us several pro/โ€ฆ"
US ยท with Sara Van Coillie
"Candis and Dolan were exceptional from the moment we made contact. Theyโ€™ve answered all of our questions, provided great suggestions, were responsive and efficient in all bookings for this trip (safari, day trips, transfโ€ฆ"
CA ยท with Candis Sequera
"Keith has been amazing with helping us book our trip! We booked it very last minute as we havenโ€™t had time and as this is our honeymoon we wanted it to be very special. Keith has checked in continuously to make sure weโ€™rโ€ฆ"
GB ยท with Keith Kudzai Chideme
"Zene was exceptional - very patient with us as we went through many questions and alternatives as first time travelers to Africa."
IT ยท with Zene Devine

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