Itinerary
- Day 1
Lilongwe to South Luangwa National Park
After breakfast in Lilongwe, you'll be transferred by road toward the Chipata border to meet the Zambian safari team. The drive takes you through rural landscapes and traditional villages into South Luangwa National Park, arriving at your lodge around lunchtime. In the afternoon, head out on a game drive where you might spot elephants, giraffes, buffalo, hippos, and leopards as the sun sets over the Luangwa Valley.
- Start point
- Lilongwe, Malawi (We will pick you up from your hotel/lodge in Lilongwe Malawi - Please provide us in advance the name and address of the Lodge/hotel in Lilongwe )
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Delectable meal at the lodge), Dinner (Freshly prepared dinner at the lodge)
Included Activities
- Afternoon game drive in South Luangwa National Park
Landmarks South Luangwa National Park Luangwa Valley - Day 2
South Luangwa National Park
This entire day focuses on exploring South Luangwa's wildlife. After breakfast, head out on a morning game drive as the park comes alive at first light. Midway through, pause for a bush breakfast surrounded by nature. Back at the lodge for lunch and a rest, then set out again at 2:00 PM for an afternoon game drive where you might see big cats preparing for their evening hunt. You'll return to the lodge around 6:00 PM for dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Sumptuous breakfast at the lodge), Breakfast (Mid-morning bush breakfast in the heart of the wilderness), Lunch (Well-prepared lunch at the lodge), Dinner (Delicious dinner at the lodge)
Included Activities
- Morning game drive in South Luangwa National Park
- Mid-morning bush breakfast in the park
- Afternoon game drive in South Luangwa National Park
Landmarks South Luangwa National Park - Day 3
South Luangwa National Park to Lusaka
Begin with an early morning walking safari at sunrise, experiencing the bush on foot with guides who point out fresh tracks, hidden birds, and wildlife rhythms. Return to the lodge for breakfast, then check out and transfer to Mfuwe International Airport for your flight to Lusaka on Proflight. After arriving at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, you'll be transferred to a hotel in Lusaka. In the afternoon, visit the Lusaka National Museum and Kabwata Cultural Village to explore cultural heritage and interact with local artisans. At 5:00 PM, attend a meet-and-greet briefing session at your lodge.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Well-earned breakfast at the lodge after the walking safari)
Included Activities
- Walking safari in South Luangwa National Park
- Visit to Lusaka National Museum
- Visit to Kabwata Cultural Village
- Meet-and-greet briefing session with Lochinvar Safaris Hospitality Team
Landmarks Lusaka National Museum Kabwata Cultural Village - Day 4
Lusaka to Kafue National Park
Your Busanga Plains adventure starts with a very early departure at 4:00 AM from Lusaka. Travel west along the M9 road through small towns and rural landscapes toward Mumbwa, passing through miombo woodland. Cross the famous Hook Bridge where the Kafue River runs beneath, then continue north into Kafue National Park's remote interior. You'll arrive at camp around midday for lunch and rest. In the afternoon, head out on a game drive across the plains where predators and herbivores roam, returning at sunset for dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Packed breakfast with warm beverages provided for the journey), Lunch (Delicious lunch at Moshi/Bongololo Camp), Dinner (Hearty dinner at the camp)
Included Activities
- Afternoon game drive in Busanga Plains, Kafue National Park
Landmarks Hook Bridge Kafue National Park Busanga Plains 
- Day 5
Busanga Plains, Kafue National Park
Dedicate this full day to exploring Busanga Plains, one of Zambia's most pristine wildlife areas. Start with breakfast at 6:30 AM, then depart on a morning game drive at 7:30 AM in open safari vehicles to look for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, buffalo, and various antelope species. Pause at 10:30 AM for mid-morning refreshments. Around 12:30 PM, stop for lunch at a scenic spot, then continue with an afternoon game drive from 2:00 PM. Return to camp by 6:00 PM to watch the sunset, followed by dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Hearty breakfast at your lodge/camp), Lunch (Delicious lunch at a scenic spot in the plains), Dinner (Dinner served at the lodge/camp)
Included Activities
- Morning game drive in Busanga Plains with wildlife spotting
- Mid-morning refreshments in the plains
- Afternoon game drive in Busanga Plains
Landmarks Busanga Plains - Day 6
Busanga Plains to Lusaka
Start with an early breakfast at 6:00 AM, then head out on a final game drive through the Busanga Plains from 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM. Spot lions, leopards, elephants, and various antelope species one last time. Depart at 8:30 AM and drive toward the park exit gate, crossing the Kafue Hook Bridge before joining the M9 highway back to Lusaka. You'll arrive in Lusaka around 4:30 PM and check in at your hotel. Rest and freshen up for the following day's travel.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Early breakfast at your camp/lodge in the Busanga Plains)
Included Activities
- Last game drive through Busanga Plains
Landmarks Busanga Plains Hook Bridge - Day 7
Lusaka to Lower Zambezi Valley
Rise early and have breakfast at your hotel at 6:30 AM, then depart Lusaka at 7:30 AM. Drive through the city and descend the escarpment into the Zambezi Valley along the D152/RD491 route. After passing Kafue town around 9:50 AM, pause at the historic Kafue Railway Bridge, built in 1906, where your guide shares stories about this 13-truss landmark. Arrive in Chirundu town around noon for lunch (self-pay), then continue on gravel roads into the Lower Zambezi Game Management Area. Check in at Masawu River Camp around 3:30 to 4:30 PM, with a possible cultural tour to Chiawa Village before dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Hearty breakfast at your hotel), Dinner (Delicious dinner at the camp)
Included Activities
- Visit to Kafue Railway Bridge
Optional Activities
- Cultural tour to Chiawa Village
Landmarks Kafue Railway Bridge Kafue River Chirundu - Day 8
Lower Zambezi National Park
Wake at 6:30 AM, freshen up, and have a light breakfast or tea. Depart from Masawu River Camp at 6:40 AM in either a closed or open safari vehicle depending on Tsetse fly conditions. Spend the morning spotting elephants, buffaloes, hippos, crocodiles, and antelopes along the riverbanks in the Game Management Area, then enter the main Lower Zambezi National Park after paying entry fees. Explore different park loops in search of predators and wildlife. Stop around 12:30 PM for lunch at a water pool surrounded by scenic landscape. Continue afternoon game viewing, then return to camp for dinner at 7:30 PM.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Light breakfast or tea/coffee at camp), Lunch (Hearty lunch at a main water pool inside the park), Dinner (Sumptuous dinner at the camp)
Included Activities
- Morning game viewing in Lower Zambezi Game Management Area and National Park
- Afternoon game viewing in Lower Zambezi National Park
Landmarks Lower Zambezi National Park - Day 9
Lower Zambezi Valley to Lusaka
Wake at 6:30 AM at Masawu River Camp, take a warm shower, and have a hearty breakfast. Check out at 7:30 AM and board your vehicle for the return trip to Lusaka. Travel back through Chirundu town, Kafue, and scenic landscapes, enjoying views of the Zambezi Valley escarpment and Kafue River. You'll arrive in Lusaka around midday with the option to check in at a hotel (own arrangement and self-pay) or head directly to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport for your onward flight. This marks the end of your 9-day wildlife adventure.
- End point
- Lusaka, Lusaka, Zambia (We will drop you either at your hotel in Lusaka or directly to the Lusaka's international airport)
- Meals
- Breakfast (Hearty breakfast at Masawu River Camp)
