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Safari itinerary · Zambia · South Luangwa

10-Day Ultra Lux Zambia Safari

Spend 9 nights at Zambia’s top luxury camps, including Lolebezi and Thorntree River Lodge, on a curated safari through lesser-known parks rich in wildlife and birdlife.

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From $17,075 per person

Duration10 days
Your stayThorntree River Lodge
From, per person$17,075
TransfersIncluded

The journey

About this itinerary.

Spend 9 nights at Zambia’s top luxury camps, including Lolebezi and Thorntree River Lodge, on a curated safari through lesser-known parks rich in wildlife and birdlife.

Where you'll travel: Zambia South Luangwa

Itinerary

Days 01–03

Luxury Sungani Lodge Experience

Fly from Lusaka International Airport to Mfuwe International Airport, where you'll be greeted and transferred to Sungani Lodge to kick off your luxurious Zambian adventure. Upon arriving at the lodge, take in the panoramic views of South Luangwa National Park from the deck overlooking the lagoon. Enjoy a welcome drink before settling into your luxurious tented accommodation.

Once refreshed, choose between an afternoon game drive or a walking safari to immerse yourself in the wilderness. Return to the lodge for a delicious buffet lunch on the main deck, featuring a variety of meats, salads, homemade bread, and hot dishes. Pair your meal with a G&T, a glass of wine, or a refreshing mocktail.

Afternoon tea, complete with homemade sweet and savoury treats, is served on the deck. Spend the afternoon relaxing in your private plunge pool or keep active with a visit to the gym nearby. Dinner will be a seasonal feast with locally sourced ingredients, offering a taste of authentic African cuisine.

Luxury Sungani Lodge Experience

Days 04–06

Majestic Zambezi River at Lolebezi Lodge

Start your morning with a personalized à la carte breakfast, featuring grilled dishes and freshly brewed local coffee, as you watch the park come to life from the sun-drenched deck. You'll then transfer to Mfuwe International Airport for a short flight to Jeki Airstrip, where you'll be escorted to Lolebezi Lodge for the next part of your luxurious safari journey.

At Lolebezi, you'll check into your luxury suite, complete with a private plunge pool. Enjoy a welcome drink while admiring the scenery from your private deck or join other guests by the lodge's main pool. Experience the thrill of game drives, spotlighting the region's leopards and elephants, or opt for a guided walking safari through acacia forests, encountering Africa's iconic wildlife.

For a different vantage point, explore the Zambezi River with a boat safari or canoe trip, offering close-up encounters with crocodiles, hippos, and a variety of bird species. Fishing enthusiasts can try their hand at catch-and-release fishing for the famed tiger fish. At the end of each day, savour gourmet meals crafted from fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

Majestic Zambezi River at Lolebezi Lodge

Days 07–09

Paradise at Thorntree River Lodge

After breakfast, you'll transfer to Jeki Airstrip for your flight to Livingstone International Airport. From there, your representative will guide you to Thorntree River Lodge, where you'll be treated to a luxurious stay amidst abundant wildlife and fine dining.

Each suite at Thorntree River Lodge features a private plunge pool, viewing deck, sumptuous bathtub, outdoor and indoor showers, and a fully stocked bar cart. From your deck, marvel at the Zambezi River and the lush riverbanks that create an intimate connection with this iconic waterway.

Dine in the main lodge’s open-air lounge and dining area, enjoying gourmet African cuisine, with access to a private wine cellar stocked with premium wines. Activities include game drives, river cruises, cultural visits, fishing, canoeing, and rhino tracking walks. Take private excursions to both the Zambian and Zimbabwean sides of Victoria Falls, or opt for an unforgettable helicopter ride over the falls, offering breathtaking views.

Paradise at Thorntree River Lodge

Day 10

Day of Departure

After a final game drive and breakfast, you'll be transferred to Livingstone International Airport for your departure, concluding your extraordinary Zambian adventure.

Day of Departure

The complete package

Everything included.

Stay

Sungani Lodge

  • 3 Nights in 5-star in South Luangwa National Park
  • All meals, tea, coffee, soft drinks, and alcoholic beverages

Lolebezi Safari Lodge

  • 3 Nights in 5-star in Zambia
  • All meals, tea, coffee, soft drinks, and alcoholic beverages

Thorntree River Lodge

  • 3 Nights in 5-star in Zambia
  • All meals, tea, coffee, soft drinks, and alcoholic beverages

Experiences

  • Specified inclusive safari activities

Travel

  • All inter-camp transfers

The same as booking direct

Rates and dates.

Per person sharing for the complete package. Final pricing depends on dates, room category and party size.

Valid until 31 Oct 2026

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Peak / migration

16 Jun 2026 – 31 Oct 2026

$18,485

per person

International flights excluded

Shoulder

16 Oct 2026 – 31 Oct 2026

$17,075

per person

International flights excluded

The rate is for the complete package, per person sharing. A single supplement may apply for solo travellers. We offer a price match guarantee, just ask your specialist.

Your specialist for this itinerary

Nerine Du Plessis

Nerine Du Plessis

Safari Specialist - Southern Africa

Knows 10-Day Ultra Lux Zambia Safari backwards. Your direct contact from first enquiry to the day you come home.

"After a year of planning with Safari.com, Luxury Safari Consultant - Leighann Croeser, our long wait was greatly rewarded. In September 2025, we spent 21 extraordinary days in South Africa, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. Our plan was to start in Cape Town, go to Zulu Nyala and then another safari in Kruger. With expertise guidance from Leighann Croeser, we added in Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge, Victoria Falls, Panoramic Route, and Johannesburg. These additions to our trip, greatly enhanced our FIRST African vacation, adding incredible sites, knowledgeable tours and beautiful accommodations. Our visit to Cape Town was all arranged by Leighann. She gave us hotel choices based on what we wanted to do. We choose the Winchester Hotel. A beautiful location with the popular walking path going around the bay, a delicious restaurant on property, and wonderful rooms with views. We loved the courtyard! We had a wonderful driver, David, for three day who arranged our visit to the Apartheid Museum, Atlas Spice Shop, Table Mountain, Stellenbosch wineries, Cape of Good Hope, and penguins! After four fun filled days, we headed up to Zulu Nylan Safari Lodge for 6 nights, Johannesburg -1 night so we could drive the Panoramic Route staying at Angles View Hotel, Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge – 3 nights and finally Victoria Falls – 4 nights with a both sides tour of Victoria Falls and the Steam Train Dinner. Here is our big note: Flying and driving around to each of these locations takes incredible experience and planning for your trip. Trying to navigation these websites in America was difficult. We can’t tell you how important it is to have someone in Africa to handles these domestic flights, hotels reservations and drivers. Leighann booked all of our interior airline flights, checked us in for every flight, and drivers for every flight. We had a weather delay in Richard’s Bay. Our flight to Johannesburg was delayed 5 hours. Leighann called our hotel - DaVinci, the restaurant we booked for that night (Alto234) and the driver. Upon arrival, we were promptly met by our driver and taken to this beautiful hotel downtown Johannesburg. A little late to dinner but the most incredible evening at the top of Alto234 Bar with endless views. Leighann Croeser is an amazing, highly experience travel consultant for “all of Africa”. We can’t say enough good words about her. She enhanced our visit to an unexpected level of service, a can-do attitude with a grace we have never experienced! When you’re so far away in country, like Africa, you want our Luxury Safari Consultant - Leighann Croeser as your travel adviser!"
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