Safari length
12 days
Zambia safari
Plains and Rivers
A fly-in safari linking Zambia’s most exclusive wilderness areas.
Overview
This safari will take you through the wilds of Kafue National Park, skirting around the beautiful shores of Lake Itzhi-Tezhi, and staying at Konkamoya Lodge—an Italian-run operation focused on Italian and African fusion dining, and providing an exceptional experience with its warm hosts in this incredible landscape filled with a diverse range of flora and fauna.
Following that, we will transfer you north to Ntemwa, located on the Busanga Plains, where you will experience Classic Zambia’s phenomenal safari offering. This is an owner-run operation known for its excellent guiding and superb cuisine. The Busanga Plains have long been regarded as one of the top wildlife areas in Southern Africa.
Next, you will move into the Lower Zambezi, one of the most beautiful and wild valleys in Southern Africa, home to a tremendous variety of wildlife—some different from what you would have encountered in Kafue.
Finally, we will fly you up to North Luangwa, where you’ll stay with Classic Zambia’s North Luangwa Camp, a phenomenal operation deep in the heart of the Zambian wilderness.
Map
Key Information
Duration
12 days
Safari type
Luxury
Included meals
19 (12 breakfast, 3 lunch, 4 dinner)
Transport
Boat, Minibus
Group sIZE 12-18
12 days
Accommodation
11 nights, comfortable lodge
Areas Visited
Gallery
Day by Day
Day 1 & 2
We will collect you from Lusaka International Airport or another location and transfer you by road to Konkamoya Lodge. The drive takes approximately six hours. After settling into camp and enjoying some refreshments, you will head out on a game drive around the shores of the lake, returning to camp for dinner in the evening. The following day, you will wake early to a scrumptious breakfast and enjoy a morning drive around the local area.
Days 3–5
We will transfer you by road to Ntemwa Bush Camp on the Busanga Plains—a scenic drive of around eight hours. Upon arrival, after the long journey, we suggest simply settling into camp and heading out for sundowners nearby, preparing for the days of exploration ahead. On Day 4, you’ll embark on a game drive across the Busanga Plains in search of the region’s famous lions and predators, along with a wide variety of antelope species and large herds of buffalo moving along the Lufupa River. The same schedule applies to Day 5, with the addition of a night drive in the evening—an exciting opportunity to spot nocturnal creatures rarely seen by day.
Days 6–9
After your time on the Busanga Plains, on the morning of Day 6, you’ll take a charter flight to the Lower Zambezi, where you’ll be met by the team from Kutali Camp and transferred to the lodge.
On the afternoon of your arrival, we recommend a boat cruise, though the selection of activities will be entirely up to you and can be decided with your hosts on the ground.
The next three days will be spent exploring the Lower Zambezi’s rich ecosystem, with activities ranging from walking safaris and game drives to canoeing.
Days 9–11
You’ll take a private charter flight up to North Luangwa, where you’ll be greeted by the Kutandala team and hosted in one of Zambia’s most exclusive wilderness areas—truly a hidden gem.
Set along the Mwaleshi River, this is a remote and thrilling adventure for lovers of big game and wild, untouched landscapes.
Activities include morning walking safaris and afternoon or evening game drives.
Day 12
On the morning of Day 12, you will fly by charter plane back to Lusaka, where you’ll be transferred by the Zambia Safari Company to Ciela Resort. You’ll be booked on a bed and breakfast basis, giving you the freedom to choose from the wide variety of restaurants available at the resort.
The following day, the Zambia Safari Company team will collect you and transfer you to Lusaka International Airport for your departing international flight.
Paul's perspective
This safari will take you through the wilds of Kafue National Park, skirting around the beautiful shores of Lake Itzhi-Tezhi, and staying at Konkamoya Lodge—an Italian-run operation focused on Italian and African fusion dining, and providing an exceptional experience with its warm hosts in this incredible landscape filled with a diverse range of flora and fauna.
Following that, we will transfer you north to Ntemwa, located on the Busanga Plains, where you will experience Classic Zambia’s phenomenal safari offering. This is an owner-run operation known for its excellent guiding and superb cuisine. The Busanga Plains have long been regarded as one of the top wildlife areas in Southern Africa.
Next, you will move into the Lower Zambezi, one of the most beautiful and wild valleys in Southern Africa, home to a tremendous variety of wildlife—some different from what you would have encountered in Kafue.
Finally, we will fly you up to North Luangwa, where you’ll stay with Classic Zambia’s North Luangwa Camp, a phenomenal operation deep in the heart of the Zambian wilderness.
Price from
$15,135 pp
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