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Southern Africa

Zambia

The home of the walking safari. South Luangwa is the connoisseur's choice — small camps, brilliant guides, leopards in the daytime.

Best time
June to October (dry, intense game viewing)
Visa
Visa on arrival USD 50, or KAZA UniVisa with Zimbabwe
Duration
5 to 8 nights
From
From USD 4,800 pp / 5 nights
Parks & reserves
  • South Luangwa
  • Lower Zambezi
  • Kafue
  • Victoria Falls (Livingstone side)
Good for
Walking safarisRepeat safari travellersGuide nerds

Highlights

  • Walking safaris pioneered by Norman Carr
  • Leopards at extraordinary density in South Luangwa
  • Canoe safaris on the Lower Zambezi
  • Devil's Pool swim at Victoria Falls (Sept–Dec)

How to explore

  • Fly Lusaka → light aircraft to Mfuwe or Royal Zambezi
  • Pair with Vic Falls — only a 90-min flight
  • Walking safaris from age 12+
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