Zambia: back to the wild

Day 1: Kapamba Bush Camp, South Luangwa, Zambia

Fly into Lusaka, enjoy a delicious lunch and head on by flying to South Luangwa. From here on the most southern section of the South Luangwa National Park you will find the Kapamba Bush Camp. With a Moroccan feel this bush camp offers sunken baths, beautiful decks overlooking the river and a relaxing lounge area. Inclusive of three nights accommodation, all meals, standard bar drinks, two game viewing activities per day (game drives, walking safaris), laundry, park fees, Luangwa conservation and community levies and airport/intercamp transfers. Excludes premium brand drinks and bottled wines.

Accommodation Type: en-suite chalet with river views, veranda and sunken plunge pool
Travel time: 1 hour and ten minute flight to Mfuwe airstrip then a three hour game drive to Kapamba Bush Camp
Number of nights: 3

Day 4: Bilimungwe Bush Camp, South Luangwa, Zambia

With four raised lodges to stay in, the Bilimungwe Bush Camp is authentic and rustic whilst offering style and comfort. Surrounded by mahogany trees, the camp is in amidst wildlife with rich and elegant interiors. Make use of their resident guide Manda Chsanga for walking safaris or game drives. There are three watering holes it is perfect for a chance to spot wildlife. Inclusive of three nights accommodation, all meals, standard bar drinks, two game viewing activities per day (game drives and walking safaris), laundry, park fees, Luangwa conservation and community levies and intercamp/airport transfers. Excludes premium brand drinks and bottled wines.

Accommodation Type: raised thatched room with open-air waterfall shower
Travel time: approx. 30 minute transfer
Number of nights: 2

Day 6: Old Mondoro Camp, Lower Zambezi, Zambia

Set in Lower Zambezi the Old Mondoro Camp is a firm favourite with the local elephants and the al fresco dining gives you a chance to see them wandering in the evenings and much wildlife throughout the day. Staying in individual lodges, this camp is comfortable and the perfect spot to go on a game drive at the border of the National Park. Inclusive of three nights accommodation, all meals, standard bar drinks, two daily game viewing activities per day (game drives, walking safaris, boat cruises, fishing, canoeing), laundry, park fees, conservation and community levies and return airstrip transfers.

Accommodation Type: king-size bed or two singles, en-suite with ‘splash tub’ overlooking the Zambezi
Travel time: approx. 4 hour transfer to Mfuwe Airport, 1 hour and 30 minute flight, 25 minute transfer to Old Mondoro Camp
Number of nights: 3

Day 9: Ila Safari Lodge, Kafue National Park, Zambia

A tranquil and luxurious lodge, Ila Safari Lodge is the oldest in the Kafue National Park. Ila Safari Lodge offer beautiful tented camps and a range of activities from boat cruises to walking safaris and game drives. Inclusive of 3 nights accommodation, all meals, standard bar drinks, two game viewing activities per day (game drives, walking safaris, boat cruises, fishing, visit to local village and school), laundry, park fees, one way road transfer and one way flight. Excludes premium brand drinks.

Accommodation Type: luxury safari tent with en-suite bathroom and either outdoor shower or bath, deck
Travel time: approx. 25 minute transfer to Jeki airstrip, 35 minute flight to Lusaka, approx. 1 hour chartered flight and short transfer
Number of nights: 3