2008
Zambia Discovery 1
Awe-inspiring journeys through one of Africa’s least discovered countries.
Our opinion
The lodges and their wonderful settings provide some of the many highlights on this safari. A sense of real Africa is enjoyed with great service and rewarding game viewing.
Escorted
English speaking driver/guide is included on safari.
Itinerary
- South Luangwa: 5 nights
- Victoria Falls: 2 nights
Day 1 London/Lusaka/South Luangwa
British Airways overnight flight from Heathrow to Lusaka. On arrival fly by Zambian Airways to South Luangwa National Park and Nkwali Camp for three nights. Set amidst an ebony grove on the bank of the Luangwa River overlooking the grasslands of the national park, the camp has just six spacious chalet style rooms with en suite bathroom and veranda. The camp also has a swimming pool.
Day 3 South Luangwa
Enjoy the hospitality of Nkwali and the action filled days on safari. Each day, though flexible, will have two game drives/walks each day with time to relax by the pool in the early afternoon. This area of Luangwa is particularly good for viewing giraffe and leopard amongst the variety of resident wildlife.
Day 5 South Luangwa
Transfer to the far northern reaches of the South Luangwa National Park and Nsefu Camp for two nights. Just six beautiful rondavel style rooms open up allowing bed side views of the Luangwa River. Each room has an en suite bathroom and a wooden veranda. The camp lies in the heart of an undeveloped area and offers total comfort in remoteness and seclusion. The view of the river is superb and a terraced area allows game viewing during the day between game drives. The bar, tucked in beside a huge extinct termite mound, overlooks a waterhole that is very productive for game, especially leopard at night.
Day 6 South Luangwa
Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives or walks. Night game drives are ideal for watching the nocturnal wildlife of Africa and Zambia is one of the few countries where this is possible.
Day 7 South Luangwa/Victoria Falls
Transfer to Mfuwe airstrip in the south and fly by Zambian Airways light aircraft via Lusaka to Livingstone for two nights or more at the superb River Club. Located overlooking the Zambezi the River Club offers intimate accommodation in two storey open sided cottages.
Day 9 Victoria Falls/Johannesburg/London
Fly by British Airways to Heathrow via Johannesburg arriving the following day. Alternatively extend your stay with a beach break in Mauritius.
Mauritius Extension
Zambia Discovery: 6 nights
Johannesburg: 1 night
Mauritius: 5 nights
Day 9 Victoria Falls/Johannesburg
Fly by Nationwide Airlines to Johannesburg for one night at the Mondior Concorde, conveniently located close to the airport.
Day 10 Johannesburg/Mauritius
Fly Air Mauritius and enjoy five or more nights at Heritage Golf & Spa Resort in a Deluxe room including breakfast and dinner.
Day 15 Mauritius/London
Air Mauritius daytime flight to Heathrow arriving later the same day.
Zambia Discovery 2
South Luangwa: 3 nights
Lower Zambezi: 2 nights
Victoria Falls: 2 nights
Day 1 London/Lusaka/South Luangwa
British Airways overnight flight from Heathrow to Lusaka. On arrival fly by Zambian Airways to the South Luangwa National Park and Nkwali Camp for three nights. Enjoy an afternoon game drive or walk, alternatively relax and enjoy the camp’s atmosphere and swimming pool.
Day 3 South Luangwa
Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives with a chance also to see game by night. Overnight at Nkwali Camp.
Day 5 South Luangwa/Lower Zambezi
Fly by Proflight light aircraft to the Lower Zambezi National Park for two nights at Chongwe River Camp. Located on the confluence of the Chongwe and Zambezi Rivers the camp has just six comfortable safari tents with en suite bathroom. The bar and dining area is the focal point and looks out onto the river frequented by animals which regularly come to drink and feed.
Day 6 Lower Zambezi
Declared a national park as recently as 1983 the Lower Zambezi remains unspoilt by tourism and due to its infancy affords high levels of protection from the government. There are many activities available at Chongwe, such as canoeing, river cruises, fishing and game drives, all arranged from the camp.
Day 7 Lower Zambezi/Victoria Falls
Fly by Proflight light aircraft to Lusaka and onwards via Zambian Airways to Livingstone for two nights at the Royal Livingstone, located on the banks of the Zambezi River in view of the rising plumes of mist from Victoria Falls.
Day 9 Victoria Falls/Johannesburg/London
Fly by British Airways to Heathrow via Johannesburg arriving the next day.
