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Essence of the South Luangwa Safari

Inspirational safari holiday to Zambia

Dust off those hiking boots and embark on a thrilling game drive and walking adventure in Zambia's South Luangwa National Park. Experience the 'real' Africa staying in simple, back-to-nature camps, where you will lose yourself in the sights and sounds of the wilderness. Go even wilder with the addition of a sleepout under the stars experience. The itinerary takes in 3 of our favorite Time + Tide bush camps, namely Luwi, Nsolo and Kakuli. Expect outstanding guiding, day and night game drives, walks and the truly memorable game viewing.

The South Luangwa is particularly famous for its leopard sightings and large pods of hippos. For the ultimate safari experience, return to the wild with Time + Tide's signature Sleepout Under the Stars. Just like the early explorers, spent a night falling asleep under a canopy of a million twinkling stars, listening to the susurrations of the nighttime bush. A cozy bedroll, bush loo and culinary team ensure that this experience is as comfortable as it is memorable.

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Day by Day summary

  • Starts - Catch your overnight flight from JFK to Lusaka
  • 3 nights - Time + Tide Luwi, South Luangwa National Park, Zambia
  • 2 nights - Time + Tide Nsolo, South Luangwa National Park, Zambia
  • 1 night - Time + Tide Signature Sleepout, South Luangwa National Park, Zambia
  • 2 nights - Time + Tide Kakuli, South Luangwa National Park, Zambia
  • Ends - Transfer to Lusaka for your international flight home

At a glance

  • Country Icon Zambia
  • Nights Icon 8 Nights
  • Safari Icon Safari

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Guide Price

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Includes flights from JFK
Time tide king lewanika lodge sleepout tent experience 1280
Time tide luwi camp fire 1280
Time tide kakuli game viewing hideout 1280

Highlights

  • A thrilling back-to-nature safari for the truly adventurous
  • Zambias famous bush camps - remote, intimate and wild
  • Sleepout Under the Stars experience
  • Day and night game drives and walking safaris
  • The South Luangwa - the Valley of the Leopard
Itinerary Details

Day-by-day

Catch your overnight flight from JFK to Lusaka

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Day 1 - 4

Arrive at Lusaka Airport and connect with a light aircraft flight to Mfuwe Airport in the South Luangwa. A guide will be there waiting to drive you the +- 2 hour drive to your bush camp.

  • 3 nights

Luwi Bushcamp
All Inclusive | Grass, Bamboo & Thatch Chalet
Zambia

Time Tide Luwi Tent interior
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Day 4 - 6

You can either choose to walk the +-3 hour walk to your next bush camp or be driven by your guide, game viewing en route.

  • 2 nights

Nsolo Bushcamp
All Inclusive | Grass & Wood Chalet
Zambia

A tented bedroom
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Day 6

This afternoon you will be driven to your camping spot set high in a dry river bed.

  • 1 night

Return to Wild Sleepout
All Inclusive | Sleep out
Zambia

A sleepout set up
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Day 7 - 9

Choose to walk to your next bush camp or have your guide escort you in the vehicle.

  • 2 nights

Kakuli Bushcamp
All Inclusive | Traditional Safari Tent
Zambia

Time Tide Kakuli Safari Room

Day 9

Bid the wilds of the South Luangwa goodbye as you return to Mfuwe Airport for your flight via light aircraft to Lusaka Airport. Here you will connect with your onward flight home.

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Our trips are unashamedly high-end but always deliver excellent value for money. Our guide price covers the majority of trip costs upfront, on a per person basis, including international flights and all transfers.

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Includes

  • Accommodation as specified
  • Meals as specified
  • Drinks (excluding premium brands)
  • Light aircraft transfers as detailed in the itinerary
  • All scheduled safari activities offered by the camps or lodges
  • Road transfers as detailed in the itinerary
  • National Parks and conservation entry fees
  • Carbon-offsetting with One Tree Planted
  • Conservation donation to Save the Rhino
  • Community projects contribution with Uthando
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Excludes

  • Gratuities
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Additional activities not offered as scheduled by the accommodation
  • Visas and visa fees where relevant
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ACTIVITIES

This sample trip offers countless adventures and activities to ensure lifetime memories are made. From unforgettable thrills to indulgent relaxation, choose those that appeal most and we will curate your perfect itinerary.

  • 4 WD Safari Icon 4WD Safari
  • Birdwatching Icon Birdwatching
  • Boat Trip Icon Boat Trip
  • Guided Walking Safari Icon Guided Walking Safari
  • Night Drive Icon Night Drive
  • Fly Camping Icon Fly Camping
  • Star Gazing Star Bed Icon Star Gazing/Star Bed
  • Photography Safari Icon Wildlife Hide
Enriching encounters

ICONIC WILDLIFE

Whether you want to tick the Big Five off your bucket list or seek out specific safari species, our expert guides reveal the typical wildlife sightings to expect on this sample trip.

  • African Wilddog
    African Wilddog
  • Spotted Hyena
    Spotted Hyena
  • Puku
    Puku
  • Lion
    Lion
  • Leopard
    Leopard
  • Impala
    Impala
  • Hippo
    Hippo
  • Elephant
    Elephant
  • Crocodile
    Crocodile
  • Bushbuck
    Bushbuck
  • Buffalo
    Buffalo
  • African Fish Eagle
    African Fish Eagle
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