Zambia Safaris: Wild, Remote & Wonderfully Underrated
A Zambia safari offers untamed Africa at its best, with some of the finest wildlife experiences. From world-class walking safaris and canoeing on the Zambezi River to predator-packed plains and intimate bush camps, Zambia is the complete package.
And with expert guiding, contrasting game reserves, and dramatic scenery, this is Africa for true safari lovers.
What we love is the sheer contrast between its game reserves. Plus you have one of Africa's greatest rivers on display: the mighty Zambezi.
Why not check out our article on 10 Reasons to Visit Zambia.
Where to Safari in Zambia: South Luangwa, Lower Zambezi & Beyond
- South Luangwa: known for its leopards, walking safaris and stunning ox-bow lakes
- Lower Zambezi: eerily beautiful winter-thorn trees, perfect for walking safaris, multitude of safari activities on the Zambezi River
- Zambezi River: Serenely canoeing along the channels of the Zambezi river
- Kafue & the Busanga Plains: sheer quantity and diversity of predator sightings
- The remote and completely unspoilt Liuwa Plains and Northern Luangwa
Why Choose a safari in Zambia and Victoria Falls?
How to compare Zambia as a safari destination with its more famous neighbours? A Zambia safari has three distinct advantages.
- First of all, the standard of guiding is uniformly high. The Zambia safari lodges are often run by visionary characters. They balance a passion for wild places with the fierce dedication of bush entrepreneurs. Every guide has to pass stringent guiding exams, especially the walking safari guides. Thus your guide’s all-round bush knowledge is notable.
- Secondly, and unusually, you can enjoy both night drives and bush walks WITHIN the national parks of Zambia.
- Finally there is a friendly service ethic which is pervasive throughout the Zambia safari industry.
We have a great article comparing a Zambia safari with Botswana and Zimbabwe if you need more info.
Zambia for Honeymoons & Romance: Waterfalls, Wilderness & Wine by the Fire
Zambia may not be the first name that springs to mind for a honeymoon — and that’s exactly what makes it perfect. It’s a place for couples who want to do things differently. Picture this: sundowners on the banks of the Zambezi River, private bush dinners under a sky lit by stars. Checking out the elephants from the deck of your tented room, perhaps with a G&T in hand?
The lodges here are often small, owner-run and full of character. Many have just 4 to 6 rooms, offering the kind of privacy and personal service you’re looking for.
And then there’s Victoria Falls. Whether you want to swim to the edge of Devil’s Pool, take a helicopter ride over the mist, or simply toast each other while enjoying sundowners on the Zambezi, the Falls bring just the right mix of awe and adrenaline.
Bonus? While Zambia isn’t “cheap,” it’s usually more affordable than Botswana’s Okavango Delta lodges.
Sample Zambia Tour Packages: From Classic to Off-the-Beaten-Track
Whether you're planning an epic honeymoon, a walking safari from camp to camp or combining Zambia with Malawi for the ultimate bush & beach safari, Zambia offers it all.
And each sample safari tour can be personalised to suit you.
Classic Highlights of Zambia:
Zambia and Malawi:
The ultimate Bush and Beach combo!
Zambia & Malawi Bush & Beach Getaway
Walking Safaris: Zambia’s Signature Experience
Some are exclusively walking safaris, others combine walking with game drives
South Luangwa Safari with Bushcamp Company
South Luangwa Safari with Time & Tide
Specialist Zambia Tours: Green Season Gems & Rail Adventures:
Rivers & Rainbow – great green season safari in South Luangwa
Rovos Rail – Tail of Two Oceans – visits South Luangwa and northern Zambia
Getting to Zambia: Surprisingly Easy
Zambia is relatively easy to get to with flights into Livingstone (for the Victoria Falls) from Johannesburg, Cape Town, Kruger International Airport. You can also fly into Lusaka from Johannesburg and Cape Town with Proflight.
Emirates & Quatar Airlines connects many Countries to Lusaka via their hub of Dubai or Quatar. (Thus avoiding the need for an overnight stay in Johannesburg.
Within Southern Africa, you can now fly from Nairobi in Kenya to Livingstone so it's easy to combine and an East African safari with seeing the Victoria Falls.
Within Zambia, there is only one way to travel and that’s by air. Victoria Falls and all the major National Parks are connected by scheduled “seat in charter” flights. So your safari fits seamlessly together.
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