Zambia · Safari

3-Day Lower Zambezi Safari from Lusaka with Boat Ride and Game Drive

3 Days Round trip from Lusaka Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Embark on a thrilling game drive in Lower Zambezi National Park
  • 02 Enjoy a scenic boat ride on the mighty Zambezi River
  • 03 Experience unforgettable wildlife encounters and stunning landscapes
  • 04 Explore Lusaka with a city and museum tour on the last day

Embark on a thrilling 3-day safari adventure to Lower Zambezi National Park from Lusaka. This carefully crafted itinerary includes scenic boat rides along the Zambezi River, exciting wildlife game drives, and a city and museum tour in Lusaka. Visit the historic Kafue River Bridge, witness diverse wildlife in their natural habitat, and explore Zambia's stunning landscapes.

Embark on a thrilling 3-day safari adventure to Lower Zambezi National Park from Lusaka.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Lusaka, Lower Zambezi National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Lusaka Departure and Journey to Lower Zambezi

  • 06:30 am: Breakfast at your hotel in Lusaka.
  • 05:30 pm: Meet and greet session in the hotel lobby.
  • Team leader briefing on the tour for the next day.
  • 07:30 am: Pick-up from your hotel or lodge to start the safari.
  • Travel by road to Chirundu, en route to Lower Zambezi National Park via the T2 Kafue Highway.
  • 09:40 am: Visit Kafue River and Kafue River Bridge.
  • Kafue Bridge was relocated to Zambia in 1949 after being constructed across the River Thames in England in the 1940s.
  • Turnpike Junction: Branch off from the T2 road to the T1 Livingstone Road.
  • Brief stop at the lay-by station for fresh bananas and apples.
  • Lunch: Enjoy lunch in Chirundu.
  • Post-lunch: Continue to the lodge or camp along the Zambezi River.
  • Afternoon activity: Boat ride on the Zambezi River.
  • 07:30 pm: Dinner at the lodge or camp.

Retire for the night.

2
Day 02

Full-Day Game Drive in Lower Zambezi National Park

  • 04:45 am: Early morning boat ride to the park gate (~70 km, ~2 hours).

Game Drive

  • Full-day (10-hour) game drive using an open 4x4 safari vehicle.
  • Visit watering points to observe animals drinking.
  • Packed breakfast and lunch at selected spots within the park.
  • Afternoon: Continue exploring the park, maximizing chances to see more wildlife.
  • 05:00 pm: End the game drive and head back to the main camp.
  • 07:30 pm: Dinner and relaxation at the camp.

Retire for the night.

3
Day 03

Return to Lusaka with City and Museum Tour

  • 05:00 am: Wake-up call.
  • 06:30 am: Breakfast.
  • 07:30 am: Begin the return journey to Lusaka.
  • Lusaka City Tour: Visit key landmarks and Lusaka Museum.
  • Departure: Transfer to the airport, depending on your flight time.

End of the tour.

Zambezi River, Lower Zambezi National Park wildlife, Kafue River Bridge

Where this trip takes you

Zambezi River, Lower Zambezi National Park wildlife, Kafue River Bridge

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Lusaka 2 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transport
  • Full board meals in Lower Zambezi
  • Safari tour guide
  • Game drive
  • Accommodation in Lower Zambezi
  • Snacks
  • Mineral water
  • Boat cruise
  • Lusaka City Tour
  • Lusaka Museum Tour

What's Not Included

  • Visa
  • Camera
  • Binoculars
  • Insurance
  • Park fees
  • Meals in Lusaka
  • Accommodation in Lusaka

What to bring

  • Passport
  • Safari attire
  • Sunglasses
  • Visa
  • Insurance
  • Camera
  • Binoculars

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Lusaka, Zambia
Tour start
Lusaka, Zambia
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Lusaka.

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