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Zambia Canoe and Walking Safari

Trip length

13 Day

Categories

Conservation Safari
Immersive Adventure Safari
Walking Safari

Cost Per Person

Economy to Moderate

Add-ons

All tours include many optional extras to extend and customize your experience.

This Itinerary

Overview

From a vehicle you can see Africa. On foot you will feel, hear and smell Africa.

Zambia is one of Africa’s great safari frontiers, with 10% of the country protected as National Parks and Game Reserves. From the awe of Victoria Falls to the remote Luangwa Valley, Zambia offers unmatched opportunities for wildlife encounters.

Canoeing on the great Zambezi River is one of Africa’s most unique and immersive experiences. Drift with the current as you watch birdlife along the shore, swish past pods of hippos, and relax—your canoe offering a peaceful, non-intrusive way to take in the wild.

Walk among Africa’s big and small game in untamed terrain, accompanied by an expert naturalist and armed guide. This style of safari dramatically heightens the senses, offering thrilling, up-close encounters that simply aren’t possible from a vehicle.

Highlights

elephant canoe

  • Victoria Falls – The adrenaline capital of Africa, offering activities like white-water rafting, bungee jumping, and breathtaking views of the world’s largest waterfall.

  • Day and Night Game Drives – Explore open plains in custom Landrovers, with daytime sightings of big game and thrilling nocturnal encounters after sunset.

  • Walking Safaris – Track big and small game on foot with armed guides and naturalists, heightening your connection to the wilderness.

  • Canoe Safaris on the Zambezi – Glide past hippos and birds with expert guides; no prior canoeing experience needed.

  • Luangwa Valley Wildlife – Renowned for predator sightings and high concentrations of game in a pristine, off-the-beaten-path setting.

  • Remote Camps & Luxury Lodges – Stay in comfortable, well-appointed lodges or tented camps that immerse you in the wild surroundings.

Walking Safari: What to Expect

  • Easy & Accessible: Our walks are easy, manageable, and suitable for average fitness levels—not long, strenuous treks.
  • The Best of Both Worlds: In wildlife areas, walking is combined with other travel modes, allowing you to explore on foot while maximizing wildlife-viewing opportunities.
  • Experience the Bush Up Close: Walking offers a closer connection to the landscape, wildlife, sounds, and smaller details you may miss from a vehicle.
  • Expertly Guided for Your Safety: Our wildlife-area guides are highly trained and fully armed, providing confidence and security while you explore on foot.

Contact Us at anytime to have us build the perfect Zambia trip for you.

walking safari

Details

DAY 1: Zambezi Valley

Arrive in Lusaka and take a charter flight to the Zambezi Valley. Stay in a luxury safari camp on the banks of the Zambezi River. Elephant, buffalo, kudu, waterbuck, leopard, lion, and hyena are regularly seen on day and night drives. The camp offers spacious safari tents with en-suite facilities and hot and cold running water. Settle around the campfire and enjoy the sounds and magic of the African night under a vast starry sky.

DAY 2-4: Zambezi River Canoe & Bush Camp Safari

After an early breakfast, enjoy morning game walks and canoe safaris on the lower Zambezi, drifting through channels alive with elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and abundant birdlife. Explore the extraordinary Chifungulu channel and have a picnic lunch on the riverbank. Drift downstream to a rustic, exclusive riverside tented camp where your bags are transferred by vehicle.

Early morning game walks and afternoon/night drives offer a closer look at Africa’s smaller creatures and a deeper immersion in this unique ecosystem.

DAYS 5–6: South Luangwa Valley

After a game walk and breakfast, take a charter flight to Mfuwe, then transfer by open Land Rover to a traditional bush camp on the banks of the Manzi River. The region is rich with big game and vibrant birdlife. Enjoy easy-paced game walks and drives that allow time to notice the small wonders of the bush alongside tracking buffalo, lions, and elephants. Walking safaris and game drives form the core of this immersive safari experience.

DAYS 7–9: Luangwa River Confluence Area

Take a leisurely game drive to a secluded camp at the confluence of the Kampamba and Luangwa rivers. This tranquil location offers the perfect base for exploring the valley on foot and by vehicle. Expect plentiful wildlife sightings with a good mix of bush walks, game drives, and night drives. The camp’s remote setting ensures privacy and a deep connection with nature.

DAYS 10–11: Heart of South Luangwa National Park

After an early morning walk, transfer to a camp nestled in riverine forest with views over permanent waterholes. This area is renowned for superb walking safaris through unspoiled Mopane groves. Spend your days walking, game viewing, and enjoying night drives, maximizing your chances of spotting elusive nocturnal species.

DAY 12: Luxury Wildlife Lodge in Luangwa Valley

Conclude your safari at a beautiful lodge set in one of Africa’s richest wildlife areas, surrounded by ebony woodlands and open grass plains. Elephants frequently cross the nearby Luangwa River. After sundown, embark on a night drive hoping to catch a glimpse of the elusive leopards that inhabit this region.

DAY 13: Homeward Bound

Return transfer to Mfuwe International Airport for your flight to Lusaka.

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