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- Kanzwa short holiday break excursion - 2 Nights Safari Tour to Kafue National Park - Southern Region (Ngoma Area Management)
- Budget Lower Zambezi National Park wildlife-focused safari (4 Days).
- Starry Skies & Wild Wonders:Itezhi Tezhi in 4 Days
- Highlights of Zambia - 10 days
- Kafue 6 Days / 5 Nights Budget Safari
- 4 Days: Exciting Itezhi Tezhi Nocturnal Stargazing and Safari Experience
- From Livingstone: 3-days safari travel to Kafue National Park (southern part), Ngoma Area Management
- From Livingstone: 3 days - Explore Lochinvar National Park for bird-watching excursion
- Zambia Walking Safari
- Highlights of Zambia
Kanzwa short holiday break excursion - 2 Nights Safari Tour to Kafue National Park - Southern Region (Ngoma Area Management)
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The park itself is enormous… Probably best combined with one of the other more 'animals on tap' parks.”
Lynette, traveled in October
Zambia's largest national park spans 22,400km². Naumba River Camp on Lake Itezhi Tezhi serves as base for tracking the Big Five through Ngoma Area Management and visiting David Sheppard's Elephant Orphanage, plus cultural visits to Iyanda village.
Duration 3 days Destinations Lusaka, Kafue National Park Age Range 5 to 85 year olds Operated in English, French, Spanish National Park Kafue Physical Rating Moderate Distance 347 mi Operator Lochinvar Safaris From $1,050
2% Off- NZ$1,029+$33 local paymentsYou save $21
Budget Lower Zambezi National Park wildlife-focused safari (4 Days).
1 Review by TourRadar travelers
Lower Zambezi National Park reveals elephants among ancient albida trees in this hidden gem. Expert guides lead game drives and river cruises spotting buffalo, hippos, and lions from Masau River Camp's prime location.
Duration 4 days Destinations Lusaka, Lower Zambezi National Park Age Range 8 to 99 year olds Operated in English, French, Spanish National Park Lower Zambezi National Park Physical Rating Moderate Distance 179 mi Operator Lochinvar Safaris From $1,491
10% Off- NZ$1,343+$50 local paymentsYou save $149
Duration 4 days Destinations Kafue National Park, Livingstone Age Range 2 to 90 year olds National Park Kafue Physical Rating Easy Distance 235 mi Operator Across Africa Tours & Travel From
10% Off- NZ$2,134
Kasaka River Lodge offers prime game viewing along the Zambezi. Remote sectors of Kafue National Park, including exclusive Busanga Plains from Kasonso Camp, provide diverse wildlife encounters through boat safaris and game drives.
Duration 10 days Destinations Lusaka, Lower Zambezi National Park, Kafue National Park Age Range 12 to 80 year olds Operated in English, German National Park KafueLower Zambezi National Park Physical Rating Moderate Distance 520 mi Operator Adventure Purists Ltd. From
10% Off- NZ$7,618
Zambia's premier wildlife viewing unfolds in Kafue National Park, where predators roam from Nanzhila Plains to Lake Ithezi-Thezi. Riverside camps like Mayukuyuku and Kasabushi provide strategic bases for dawn and dusk game drives.
Duration 6 days Destinations Livingstone, Kafue National Park, Lusaka Age Range 12 to 75 year olds National Park Kafue Physical Rating Moderate Distance 409 mi Operator Adventure Purists Ltd. From
10% Off- NZ$2,253
4 Days: Exciting Itezhi Tezhi Nocturnal Stargazing and Safari Experience
1 Review by TourRadar travelers
Experience Zambia's premier wildlife at Kafue National Park's southern region. Explore Ngoma and Nkala Game Management Areas, watching elephants at dedicated orphanage. Evening stargazing by Lake Itezhi Tezhi reveals Southern Hemisphere constellations.
Duration 4 days Destinations Lusaka, Kafue National Park, Livingstone Age Range 13 to 99 year olds National Park Kafue Physical Rating Easy Distance 409 mi Operator Lochinvar Safaris From
10% Off- NZ$2,053+$66 local payments
From Livingstone: 3-days safari travel to Kafue National Park (southern part), Ngoma Area Management
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Not only that, but booking and discussion about plan was smooth. His team is well committed to provide good experience for customers.”
Zarko, traveled in September
This 3-day Kafue safari showcases leopards and wild dogs in Ngoma game area. Visits to David Sheppard Elephant Orphanage's conservation work and Lake Itezhi Tezhi's hippos complement comfortable lodging and expert wildlife guides.
Duration 3 days Destinations Livingstone, Kafue National Park Age Range 6 to 99 year olds Operated in English, French, Spanish National Park Kafue Physical Rating Easy Distance 471 mi Operator Lochinvar Safaris From $1,125
5% Off- NZ$1,069+$33 local paymentsYou save $56
Wildlife thrives at Zambia's premier sanctuary near Chunga Lagoon, home to rare Kafue Lechwe and 400+ bird species. The adventure includes Gwisho Hotsprings, guided wildlife tracking, and authentic Batwa culture on Nyimba Island, with accommodation at Lochinvar Safari Lodge.
Duration 3 days Destinations Livingstone, Choma, Monze, Lochinvar National Park Age Range 7 to 99 year olds Operated in English, French, Spanish Physical Rating Moderate Distance 374 mi Operator Lochinvar Safaris From $791
5% Off- NZ$752You save $39
Morning walks in South Luangwa's pristine Nsefu sector reveal Thorneycroft's giraffe and Cookson's Gnu. Hippo families and Carmine bee-eaters frequent the exclusive Kalovia campsite. North Luangwa Park's remote wildlife and Bangweulu Swamps' thousands of Lechwe antelope complete this safari.
Duration 15 days Destinations Mfuwe, South Luangwa National Park, North Luangwa National Park, Lusaka Age Range 12 to 75 year olds National Park South Luangwa National Park Physical Rating Moderate Distance 448 mi Operator Adventure Purists Ltd. From
5% Off- NZ$6,758
Wildlife viewing bases include Kasaka Lodge for Lower Zambezi's riverside encounters, Kasonso Camp for remote Busanga Plains, and Wildlife Camp for South Luangwa's night drives. Highlights include Thorneycroft's giraffe and vast hippo populations.
Duration 14 days Destinations Lusaka, Lower Zambezi National Park, Kafue National Park, South Luangwa National Park, Mfuwe Age Range 12 to 75 year olds National Park South Luangwa National ParkKafueLower Zambezi National Park Physical Rating Moderate Distance 769 mi Operator Adventure Purists Ltd. From
5% Off- NZ$10,262
Zambia Safari Tour Reviews
- Kanzwa short holiday break excursion - 2 Nights Safari Tour to Kafue National Park - Southern Region (Ngoma Area Management)
Really enjoyed my three day/two night Karfue National Park tour with this team. If you’re after personal, customised service, then these guys will be able to help you. The park itself is enormous… Probably best combined with one of the other more “animals on tap” parks like Chobe or South Luangwa. Mark went out of his way to make sure I had a good in-depth look at the more remote sections of the park which is very beautiful and very under touristed. Instead of rigid to game drives, we spent the whole day doing several of the Park game circuits which I really appreciated. Accommodation at the lodge was not great, but adequate and much better than paying three or four times as much at a luxury lodge to do the same daytime activities. Overall, a great option for the value, seeking Traveler – you won’t regret it.
An Unforgettable Adventure with Lochinvar Safaris. I had the privilege of joining the "4 Days: Exciting Itezhi Tezhi Nocturnal Stargazing and Safari Experience" during the festival Christmas and New Year period of 2025. I must say it was an absolutely superb experience! Lochinvar Safaris organized and conducted the tour with outstanding professionalism and care. Every detail was thoughtfully planned, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience from start to finish. Our tour guide, Okelo, deserves special praise for his patience, knowledge, and warm demeanor. He went above and beyond to explain everything in great detail, making the safari both educational and incredibly enjoyable. His passion for stars, wildlife and dedication to creating memorable moments for us was truly commendable. I also thoroughly enjoyed the camaraderie with other travelers, which added to the joy of the journey. The breathtaking landscapes, the incredible wildlife, good stargazing experience and the expert guidance made this safari unforgettable. If you're considering adventure travel in Zambia, I highly recommend Lochinvar Safaris.
4 Days: Exciting Itezhi Tezhi Nocturnal Stargazing and Safari Experience
Lochinvar Safaris has been doing great work. I had excellent time with them for three full days. Not only that, but booking and discussion about plan was smooth. Mark is great communicator and organizer. His team is well committed to provide good experience for customers. We left Livingstone in the morning, and Oscar, who works with Mark was very knowledgeable about Zambia’s history and tradition. One of first highlights was visiting Pioneer cemetery, originally dedicated to Rhodesian Pioneers. Must visit for anyone who’s interested in this part of Zambia history. Drive to (and back from) Kafue NP is great, opportunity to visit local villages and how people live, plus view of great flora and fauna. Two nights stay at Itezhi tezhi town was well experience. Good accommodation, nice host and people who work there. Alice was making nice dishes with great presentation. The second day was drive in KNP, again great flora and fauna. Lots of opportunity to see various birds (like national bird Fish Eagle) and various animals (likely most often is Pumbaa, local name for warthog). The safari guide was KNP native Gift, very knowledgeable about his native land. We also visited Game Rangers International (located in KNP), dedicated to rescue mostly orphaned elephants. Finally it was nice visiting Longola Hot Springs, and have opportunity to see how local people enjoy it very much. Thanks for experience, Zarko
From Livingstone: 3-days safari travel to Kafue National Park (southern part), Ngoma Area Management
What our customers ask about Zambia Safari Tours
Which national parks in Zambia offer the best safari experiences?
The top safari locations in Zambia center around three main parks. South Luangwa National Park stands out for its concentration of leopards and dedicated walking safaris while Lower Zambezi National Park offers water-based game viewing and large elephant populations. Kafue National Park particularly the Busanga Plains gives visitors regular lion encounters. Visitors can base themselves at properties like Wildlife Camp in South Luangwa or Kasaka Lodge in Lower Zambezi. A TourRadar traveler shared: "South Luangwa was incredible for wildlife diversity - we saw Thornicroft's giraffe Cookson's gnu and enormous herds of elephants and buffalo during our stay at Wildlife Camp."
What are the best times of year to visit Zambia's national parks for optimal wildlife viewing?
The key window for Zambian safaris falls between June and October during the dry season. Animals gather predictably around remaining water sources making them easier to spot. South Luangwa sees large concentrations of wildlife particularly elephants and buffalo coming to drink at the Luangwa River. The Busanga Plains in Kafue National Park reaches its peak viewing potential from July to October as flood waters pull back. As one traveler noted "The wildlife viewing in South Luangwa during the dry season was incredible - we saw countless elephants hippos and even leopards coming to drink at the river."
What type of accommodation can I expect on a Zambia safari?
Zambian safari lodging spans from high-end lodges to basic camping sites. The upscale category includes places like Kasaka Lodge along the Zambezi River and Wildlife Camp in South Luangwa with well-appointed chalets and private bathrooms. For those seeking a more rustic experience mobile tented camps like Bongololo Campsite in Kafue provide authentic bush stays. As one TourRadar traveler mentioned: "The mix of accommodation was perfect - from luxury lodges at Wildlife Camp overlooking the Luangwa River to authentic bush camping under the stars in Kafue National Park."
What are the park entrance fees for Zambia's national parks?
Daily entrance fees vary by park. Lower Zambezi National Park charges USD 25 per person Kafue National Park costs USD 20 and South Luangwa National Park requires USD 30. Visitors to Busanga Plains in Kafue should factor in an extra USD 10 camping fee. Park officials request payment in recent USD bills as older currency may not be accepted.
What unique safari experiences does Zambia offer compared to other African destinations?
Walking safaris which originated in South Luangwa set Zambia apart from other safari destinations. The Lower Zambezi adds canoe-based wildlife viewing along the Zambezi River letting visitors get close to animals from the water. Kafue National Park's Busanga Plains offers an off-the-beaten-path experience with quality predator sightings and minimal tourist traffic according to TourRadar travelers.
What's the best way to combine multiple national parks in one safari?
An effective multi-park safari typically spans 10-14 days covering South Luangwa Lower Zambezi and Kafue National Parks. Most itineraries begin in Lusaka with flights to South Luangwa followed by transfers to Lower Zambezi using lodges like Wildlife Camp and Kasaka Lodge as bases. A TourRadar traveler advised: "We started at South Luangwa for the walking safaris then moved to Lower Zambezi for water-based game viewing - it was the perfect combination to see different aspects of Zambia's wildlife."