Gems of Zambia

Take in three of Zambia’s best national parks: South Luangwa, Lower Zambezi and North Kafue, which are are all different. The lagoons and riverine woodland of the Luangwa, the escarpment and water experience of the Zambezi, the miombo woodland and vast open plains of North Kafue are contrasting and all host exceptional game. The camps are small, personal and owner run. This is a spectacular safari through Zambia - through remote areas, with dedicated guides and excellent game.

Only available in the dry season with shoulder season rates June and October and peak season running July - September. Huge range of wildlife from the elusive leopards and wild dogs of Luangwa to the masses of hippos of the Zambezi mixed with the fascinating swamp plains of Kafue with it's herds of thousands of antelope. Internal flights and road transfers between camps and parks are included.

Information

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Included

Accommodation, meals, most drinks, laundry, game activities, transfers, national park fees; Internal flights.

Not included

International flights and premium brand drinks.

Is it for you?

This is an easy trip

Best time

June - October, the main dry season, is when wildlife begins to congregate at the dwindling water sources, offering good viewing opportunities. October is the hottest month, with temperatures sometimes reaching 40°C or more.

Getting there

There are several direct flights each week from Europe to Lusaka. It is about a 10 hr flight. There are also daily flights to Johannesburg (South Africa) which connect to Zambia. We can arrange the internationals from the UK and all connecting flights. Most journeys in Zambia involve internal flights as road travel is difficult on poor roads and is not recommended in most cases. There is a good network of internal scheduled flights and charters.Return flights to Lusaka from the UK start from about £500.

Weather and highlights

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- Jan
- Sunny
- 15
- 28
- Feb
- Sunny with Cloud
- 15
- 28
- Mar
- Heavy rain
- 15
- 26
- Apr
- Heavy rain
- 15
- 26
- May
- Sunny
- 10
- 24
- Jun
- Sunny
- 0
- 20
- Jul
- Sunny
- 3
- 22
- Aug
- Sunny
- 8
- 25
- Sep
- Sunny
- 15
- 30
- Oct
- Sunny
- 15
- 30
- Nov
- Rain
- 15
- 26
- Dec
- Rain
- 15
- 38

Combines the 3 best parks in Zambia
Great game viewing and guiding
Variety of activities - vehicle, boat and on foot
Remote and little visited Kafue National Park is the largest in Zambia

Itinerary

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Duration: 11 or 15 days

11 day Itinerary

Day 1:
Fly Lusaka to Mfuwe, South Luangwa. Robin Pope Safaris Camps
Day 2:
Robin Pope Safaris Camps
Day 3:
Robin Pope Safaris Camps
Day 4:
Robin Pope Safaris Camps
Day 5:
Fly Mfuwe - Lusaka –Jeki, Lower Zambezi. Chiawa Camp
Day 6:
Chiawa Camp
Day 7:
Fly Jeki - North Kafue. Lunga or Busanga
Day 8:
Lunga or Busanga
Day 9:
Lunga or Busanga
Day 10:
Lunga or Busanga
Day 11:
Fly back to Lusaka.

15 day Itinerary
As above but with 1 extra night at Robin Pope camps, 2 extra nights at Chiawa and 1 extra night in North Kafue.

Pricing guidelines for Zambia

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We hope the following will give you a rough idea of costs. These are quoted per person based on twin share for two people, without international flights but including internal flights. We’ve used good standard accommodation throughout. There are nearly always ways to spend more money than we’ve suggested (!), but these prices show a good and realistic range for each type of trip.

International flights will add from about £600 to £800 depending on the season and route (unless airlines have special offers). Zambia combines well with Malawi and Botswana.

For a specific personal quote based on any tailor made itinerary you have in mind, please contact us and we’ll be happy to help you.

Example tripPrice per person
1 week mid-high season safari staying in one park in good lodge or tented campBetween £3000 and £5000
2 week safari in various parks in quality lodges and tented camps.Between £4000 and £6000
1 week ‘green season’ safariFrom about £2500 +
2 weeks Zambia and Lake MalawiBetween £4000 and £5000

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