6 Day Great Zambezi Canoe Safari
Lower Zambezi · Chirundu · Mupata Gorge
From $2,420 pp in a group of 5
7 days · Zambia
6-Night South Luangwa and Livingstone Safari in Zambia
- South Luangwa
- Livingstone
This safari package is purely for keen photographer clients - all the camps featuring in the package are one of the best places for photographing and have a wonderful view of the mighty Victoria Falls. The locations of the camps are perfect including the professional safari guides who are knowledgeable, skilled and has passion for wildlife. They take their time to explain and position their safari vehicles according to the angle the client requires in order to get a quality photos.
from$3,850pp in a group of 3
$4,600 pp for a solo traveller. See every group size
- 7days
- 1country
- 3travellers at most
In brief
What this safari is
Track and Trail River Camp is an intimate safari lodge offering authentic and unique safari experiences. Ideally located on the banks of the Luangwa River and opposite the South Luangwa National park, only a 5 min, drive from the main entrance. Zikomo Safari is in Zambia, across the river from South Luangwa National Park, set a midst an ancient valley filled with diverse African wildlife.
Before you go
This safari package is purely for keen photographer clients. We specialize in photographic safaris and where possible the guide will position the vehicle to get the best angle for photographic purposes. They will also part with advice and knowledge where they can, for you to get the best picture possible.
Before you book
Quick facts
- Starts at
- Lusaka airport on day one
- Length
- 7 days / 6 nights
- Book ahead
- Please ask at least 7 days ahead
Day by day
The itinerary
Each day shows where you spend it, with today's sunrise and sunset there.
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Day 1: Flight from Lusaka to Mfuwe in the South Luangwa
South Luangwa
Upon arrival at Lusaka airport, you will connect on the local flight from Lusaka to Mfuwe in the South Luangwa where you will find your safari guide waiting for you who will help you with your luggage and later transfer you from the airport to Track and Trail River camp in the South Luangwa National Park.
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Day 2: Track and Trail River Camp in South Luangwa
South Luangwa
At Track and Trail River Camp you can join us for a morning or a night drive in the South Luangwa National Park, Zambia. The morning safari starts around 06.00, just after a light breakfast at sunrise and takes place in open safari vehicles to fully experience the surroundings. You will be accompanied by one of our professional, passionate and knowledgeable guides that will tell you all about the fascinating flora, fauna and birdlife of the Luangwa valley. We specialize in photographic safaris and where possible the guide will position the vehicle to get the best angle for photographic purposes. They will also part with advice and knowledge where they can, for you to get the best picture possible. The safari will take about 4 hours, with a short break for a cup of coffee or tea and small bite. Around 10.00 you will return to camp and after refreshing yourself a delicious brunch will be waiting for you around 11.30.
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Day 3: Transfer from Track and Trails River Camp to Zikomo Safari Camp
South Luangwa
Depending on your day-to-day activities, on this day you will pack your luggage and your safari guide will transfer you from Track and Trails River Camp to Zikomo Safari Camp for another three nights stay within the South Luangwa National Park. This transfer will take about 1hrs driving passing through interesting areas of the South Luangwa National Park.
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Day 4: Zikomo Safari Camp in Nsefu Sector of the South Luangwa
South Luangwa
Only a forty-five (45) minute drive from Mfuwe International Airport, this affordable Eco Hotel is in an area away from other safari lodges, camps and accommodations. Zikomo Safari is spread under a canopy of ageless shade trees on the banks of the Luangwa River. It's placement in the isolated Nsefu sector allows guest's immediate access to one of the least crowded and most wildlife rich areas in the world.
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Day 5: Flight from Mfuwe to Livingstone
Livingstone
This being your last day in the South Luangwa - you will pack your luggage and your safari guide will transfer you from Zikomo Safari Camp to Mfuwe Airport for your local flight from Mfuwe to Livingstone via Lusaka for your last 2 nights in Livingstone before heading to your next destination.
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Day 6: Victoria Waterfront Lodge in Livingstone
Livingstone
Fun and lively, the Victoria Falls Waterfront is the perfect place to stay when you are looking for centrally located, yet affordable Livingstone accommodation. The Victoria Falls Waterfront Lodge has long been known as the heart of Livingstone, Victoria Falls Zambia. Only four kilometres from the areas main attraction, the Victoria Falls, the resort is ideally positioned to take advantage of the many activities that are on offer in the area. The Waterfront resort offers great facilities including a restaurant and bar where many sundowners have been enjoyed from the deck whilst overlooking the Zambezi River and Siloka Island.
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Day 7: Victoria Waterfront Lodge and departure
Livingstone
The Victoria Falls Waterfront Lodge Facilities include affordable Vic Falls accommodation, only 4 kms from the Victoria Falls, Zambia, located on the Zambezi River, restaurant and bar, sunset cruise daily and Internet café, a wonderful place from which to do activities, and enjoy fantastic pizzas at the restaurant.
Your group
Price for your group
2 travellers: $4,050 each, $8,100 in total.
| Travellers | Per person | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $4,600 | $4,600 |
| 2 | $4,050 12% off | $8,100 |
| 3 | $3,850 16% off | $11,550 |
Prices are in US dollars per person, from the group rates listed with this trip.
The detail
What is included
Included
- At Track and Trails River Camp: 2 nights accommodation in a chalet, all meals, laundry services, afternoon tea, 2 game viewing activities per day, return airport transfers (to and from Mfuwe airport), national park entry fees, conservation fees
- At Zikomo Safari Camp: 2 nights' accommodation in a chalet, all meals, laundry services, 2 game viewing activities per day, return airport transfers (to and from Mfuwe airport), national park entry fees, conservation fees
- At Victoria Falls Waterfront Lodge: 2 nights Chalet Accommodation, Full English break fast every day, 1 x Game drive, 1 x Lion walk/walking with Cheetah, 1 x Elephant ride
- Flight from Lusaka to Mfuwe in the South Luangwa
- Road transfer from Mfuwe airport to Track and Trails River Camp
- Road transfer from Track and Trails River Camp to Zikomo Safari Camp
- Road transfer from Zikomo Safari Camp to Mfuwe airport
- Flight from Mfuwe Airport to Livingstone via Lusaka
- Road transfer from Livingstone airport to Victoria Falls Waterfront Lodge
- Road transfer from Waterfront Lodge to Livingstone Airport for your Int flight
Not included
- Laundry Services
- Flights
- Visa
- Souvenirs
- Tips
- National Park entry fees to be paid direct on arrival where applicable
- Items of personal nature
- Insurance cover
- Airport departure taxes
- Visa fees for Zambia
- Extra activities not mentioned in the package above
- Meals at Victoria Falls Waterfront beyond what this package lists
- Park entry fees
- Transport to and from the meeting point if you do not use the included transfers
Nights and arrival
Where you stay and how you get there
Where you stay
Track and Trail River Camp is an intimate safari lodge offering authentic and unique safari experiences. The camp is made up of 9 chalets scattered along the river bank or surrounded by natural bushes, with charming accommodation options ranging from family to double and twin rooms, plus a Honeymoon suite. Local traditions of hospitality are combined with modern comforts such as an elevated swimming pool with unrevealed river view, open air gym, spa, restaurant offering international dishes and a Lime tree bar.
Getting there
Upon arrival at Lusaka airport, you will connect on the local flight from Lusaka to Mfuwe in the South Luangwa where you will find your safari guide waiting for you who will help you with your luggage and later transfer you from the airport to Track and Trail River camp in the South Luangwa National Park.
On arrival at Livingstone Airport, our representative will pick you up and transfer you to Victoria Falls Waterfront Lodge. Road transfer from Waterfront Lodge to Livingstone Airport for your Int flight.
What to bring
- Camera bodies and lenses, spare batteries, and memory cards
- Neutral safari clothing in layers, warm fleece for cold mornings, wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses
- Sturdy closed shoes for lodge paths and wet decks
- Binoculars
- Sunscreen and insect repellent
- Light waterproof layer for river spray or sudden rain
Good questions
Questions about this safari
How photographic are the game drives?
Morning and night drives in South Luangwa use open vehicles so sound and light stay unobstructed, and guides pause for shots rather than always rushing between sightings.
Which flights and transfers sit inside the package?
The bundle covers the flight from Lusaka to Mfuwe in South Luangwa, road transfers between Mfuwe airport and Track and Trail River Camp, road transfer from Track and Trail to Zikomo Safari Camp, road transfer from Zikomo Safari Camp to Mfuwe airport, flight from Mfuwe airport to Livingstone via Lusaka, road transfer from Livingstone airport to Victoria Falls Waterfront Lodge, and road transfer from Waterfront Lodge to Livingstone airport for onward flights.
How do we move from South Luangwa to Livingstone?
This being your last day in the South Luangwa, you will pack your luggage and your safari guide will transfer you from Zikomo Safari Camp to Mfuwe Airport for your local flight from Mfuwe to Livingstone via Lusaka for your last 2 nights in Livingstone before heading to your next destination.
How close is Victoria Falls Waterfront to the waterfall?
The lodge sits roughly four kilometres from Victoria Falls on the Zambian side, which keeps drives short for repeat visits and still leaves room for sunset cruises or town errands between viewpoint sessions.
Which meals are included at Waterfront?
Breakfast runs as full English each morning while you stay at Victoria Falls Waterfront, alongside the game drive, lion or cheetah walk, and elephant ride packaged into the stay.
Are all park fees bundled?
National park entry fees for Track and Trail River Camp and Zikomo Safari Camp sit inside those camp inclusion blocks while you stay there.
What about malaria risk?
River camps and Livingstone evenings attract biting insects, especially after sunset.
Can children join?
Big-cat walks, elephant interactions, boating, and some drives carry operator age or height rules.
What luggage rules apply on small planes?
Light aircraft between Lusaka, Mfuwe, and Livingstone usually limit soft bag weights strictly.
How do tips work?
Tips for guides, drivers, lodge teams, boat crews, and activity staff stay voluntary, and many guests prefer to acknowledge standout service at the end of each camp or activity block.
Read before you book
Guides for this safari
- Zambia safari guide Where Verdoro goes in Zambia, and when.
- Big game and wildlife safaris compared Every trip built around the animals, in one list.
More answers are on our safari questions page and in what guests say. We also arrange flights, hotels and insurance.
How payment works: the balance is due one month before your safari, a reservation made within 45 days of arrival is paid in full when it is confirmed, and a card payment carries a 3.9% service charge. The full wording is in our terms and conditions.
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