South Luangwa Zambia Safari – 5 Nights

The following is a bush experience package encompassing 5 nights in the South Luangwa National Park. The first days are spent at Kafunta River Lodge, which offers the opportunity to discover the game rich Mfuwe area. Game activities at Kafunta River Lodge include game viewing in open vehicles and unique night drives offer the opportunity to view nocturnal animals. A 2 hour drive from Kafunta River Lodge through remote wilderness takes you to Island Bush Camp in the very South of the national park. The camp is the base for the daily walking safaris. Longer packages can also be offered as well as those including the North Luangwa National Park. This trip operates from the end of May to October during the dry months. Mahlatini can arrange to add on an additional element to this trip such as Victoria Falls, a trip to South Africa or a beach break in Mauritius for example.

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Day 1 & 2:
Arrive at Lusaka and fly by light aircraft to the South Luangwa National Park for 2 nights stay at :
Day 3 & 4:
Head South to a really remote area of the South Luangwa for a 2 nights stay at:
  • Mahlatini recommends the following accommodation:
  • Island Bush Camp in a Chalet (FB)
Day 5:
Head back North for a nights stay at:
Day 6:
Transfer to Mfuwe Airstrip for light aircraft flight to Lusaka for onward connections.

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Day 1 & 2:

On arrival into Lusaka Airport you will catch a light aircraft flight to Mfuwe Airstrip in the South Luangwa National Park. Here you will be met by your driver guide and transferred to Kafunta River Lodge situated on the banks of the Luangwa River. The lodge’s location offers the opportunity to discover the game rich Mfuwe area. Game activities at Kafunta River Lodge include game viewing in open vehicles and unique night drives offer the opportunity to view nocturnal animals.

Day 3 & 4:

After your morning game activities you will head South (2 hour drive) to a really remote area of the South Luangwa National Park where you will stay at Island Bush Camp for the next 2 nights where you will be able to take part in walking safaris or the daily game drives. Island Bush Camp is built from natural, locally sourced materials, and the chalets are set along the banks of the Luangwa River. The camp offers rustic accommodation in grass/reed huts build on stilts that ensure safety from wild animals and provide an unlimited view of the Luangwa River. The camp offers rustic comfort and each chalet has its own en-suite bathroom, with running water, flushing toilets and hot bucket showers. The camp is the base for the daily walking safaris.

Day 5:

After your morning game activities and breakfast you will transfer back to Kafunta River Lodge for your final night in the South Luangwa National Park. Kafunta River Lodge specializes in game drives, which are accompanied by its outstanding team of safari guides. The early morning hours are ideal for a game drive or alternatively a walking safari can be arranged. During your afternoon game drive you will stop for sundowners while experiencing the magnificent African sunset. You continue with the drive in the dark which allows you to spot nocturnal animals.

Day 6:

Today you will be transferred by road back to the Mfuwe Airstrip for your flight to Lusaka for onward connections.

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Cost:
  • Zambia Bush Experience – Prices range from £1,025 per person sharing.
Seasons:
1 July – 31 Oct
20 May – 30 June
Camps are Closed Between 31 October and 20 May.
Notes:
Prices are dependant on season and exclude international flights which can be arranged.
Includes:
  • Full Board Accommodation excluding beverages
  • Light aircraft flights as indicated
  • Day and night game drives and walking safaris
  • National Park Fees
Excludes:
  • International Flights into Lusaka & out of Lusaka
  • Visas
  • Gratuities
  • Beverages
  • Personal travel expenses
  • Travel Insurance
  • Departure tax

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Customer Review

Holiday to Zambia, Botswana and South Africa during April 2012

Zambia Review

Impresses with small part we visited. The people we met were proud of their country.

Rated... 5stars

Signed:

Vivien and Andrew Kelly

Zambia Factfile

Timezone:
GMT +2
Language:
English, many local languages
Currency:
Kwacha, US Dollars
Best time:
Year round destination
Flights:
10 hours from Europe
Visas:
Required, call for info