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Safari Itinerary

Day 1: Nkwali Camp

A guide and vehicle will meet up with at the tiny Mfuwe International Airport.
We will make our way through the town of Mfuwe to our base for the next few nights, this is a +- 1-hour drive.
Nkwali Camp with its views across the Luangwa river and bushveld lies within a private concession bordering the South Luangwa National Park.
With time on our side, there will be some time to relax after lunch and before the afternoon game drive (flight arrival times dependant).
On the afternoon game drive prepare yourself for some of the finest wildlife sightings in the whole of the African continent.
Overnight: Nkwali Camp

Days 2-3: Nkwali Camp

Two days at Nkwali Camp, we personally cannot think of anything better.
Breakfasts around a campfire.
Morning walks and/ or game drives with wildlife around every corner including the endemic species of giraffe "Thornicroft Giraffe".
There is a mid morning coffee break with cake on offer after the morning game activities.
Mid day is lunch time and a chance to relax and unwind at the swimming pool or a mid day nap.
Get ready for the afternoon that more often than not continues into the early night where with a bit of luck we can spot a few of those sneaky Leopards.
Dinner is around 20h30 in the evening.
Overnight: Nkwali Camp

Day 4: Nsefu Camp

After an early breakfast, a transfer game drive through the park takes you to a crossing point on the Luangwa River.
The Nsefu staff will meet the party, who will cross the river by boat, and then enjoy a 45-minute drive to camp, game viewing on route. Nsefu was the first game camp in Zambia and dates back to the early fifties.
The Nsefu area is one of the best areas in the Luangwa for wildlife and birdlife, this is without question.
Once at Nsefu Camp, we have time for a bit of relaxation and lunch before embarking on our afternoon and evening game drive.
Overnight: Nsefu Camp

Day 5: Nsefu Camp

In the surrounding ebony groves of Nsefu, we have a choice of wild walking safaris or game drives depending on weather and heat.
There is also the option (again depending on weather and heat) for an all day picnic drive to the salt pans, resulting in an exceptional day's safari.
Overnight: Nsefu Camp

Days 6-7: Nsefu Camp

After breakfast around the camp fire, your safari will continue with another relaxing day at Nsefu, with morning and evening game activities and the possibility of visiting Kawaza village.
This community tourism initiative is a great opportunity to meet local people and experience life in a real non-tourist village.
If you wish to visit, then it is best to mention this when booking your holiday or with Robin Pope Safaris on arrival.
Overnight: Nsefu Camp

Day 8: Chongwe River Camp

After we head to the Mfuwe Airport for our flight to the amazing Lower Zambezi valley.
Dotted with islands the Zambezi river is home to countless herds of Buffalo and elephant that are often followed closely by prides of Lion and 1000's of pods of hippos.
20 mins after landing we arrive at Chongwe River Camp, our home for the next few days.
The luxurious Chongwe River Camp offers vistas over the Chongwe and Zambezi rivers, with wildlife and birdlife abounding.
Activities here include game drives, walking safaris, canoeing and fishing excursions.
Elephant, hippo, buffalo and the big cats are even seen regularly in and around the camp!
After a late lunch, there will be a chance for an afternoon activity - be it on the river or by vehicle.
Overnight: Chongwe River Camp

Day 9-11: Chongwe River Camp

The next few days are at your discretion
Participate in anyone of the include activities, your safari, your call.
The Zambezi valley is extremely hot in summer (Temperature can get well over 40 degrees Celsius), please be warned.
Overnight: Chongwe River Camp

Day 12: Tongabezi Lodge or Sindabezi Island Camp

After breakfast and farewells, a drive through the park to the airstrip to meet the plane taking you to Livingstone via Lusaka (1.5 hours).
On arrival, you will be met and transferred to either Tongabezi Lodge or Tongabezi Island Camp (Sindabezi), where you will settle into your accommodation and be served a delicious lunch.
Accommodation at Tongabezi Lodge is set in a tranquil grove of ebony on a sweeping bend of the Zambezi River and consists of five tented cottages and four spacious open-planned stone and thatch houses.
Tongabezi Island Camp is three kilometers down stream from the lodge and accessed only from there by either motorised banana boat or canoe.
This unique camp consists of 4 cottages built from local timber, reed and thatch.
Each with spectacular private views overlooking the Zambezi.
The birdlife is outstanding and game is often seen around the Island Camp and Lodge.
Overnight: Tongabezi Lodge or Sindabezi Island Camp

Days 13-14: Tongabezi Lodge or Sindabezi Island Camp

There is a wide range of activities on offer at Tongabezi including fishing, canoe trips on the river, game drives in the Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park.
For the more adventurous, Livingstone boasts a whole host of adrenaline filled activities including whitewater rafting, bungee jumping and micro-lighting.
Or you may just wish to rest in camp and enjoy the spectacular scenery and peaceful atmosphere.
The day will end with a relaxed dinner served either in the main dining area or as a private meal outside of your room.
Overnight: Overnight: Tongabezi Lodge or Sindabezi Island Camp

Day 15: Safari Ends

After breakfast, a morning activity time permitting, or a transfer flight (1hr) to Lusaka to connect onto the onward flight.

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Lufupa Tented Camp

Lufupa Tented Camp is, without doubt, an intimate, personal camp that simply comprises of nine en-suite Meru-style tented units each with a wooden deck on which to contemplate the wide river view and the surrounding wildlife. Located in one of the more remote locations in Africa.

Kalamu Lagoon Camp

Positioned on a beautiful permanent lagoon just off the Luangwa River in the remote area of the South Luangwa National Park, imparting a feeling of remoteness and exclusivity. The Luamfwa Concession is located in the wild and uncrowded (with people that is!) southern sector of the Park.

Royal Livingstone Hotel

The Royal Livingstone Hotel, stretching along the banks of the Zambezi River, consists of a series of 17 colonial-style buildings with deep verandas, set amidst indigenous trees and plants is only a few steps from the mighty Zambezi.

Kapinga Camp

Kapinga Camp is situated in the extreme north of the Kafue National Park, and in the north-west corner of the Busanga Plains. The camp has been designed to blend in with the environment and natural products have been used as much as possible in the construction of the camp.

Kakuli Bush Camp

Kakuli Bush Camp is one of the few Zambian and Luangwa bush camps to open in February and March. At this time of year, the river is high, we gain access by boat and activities are either on the river or on foot in the drier, sandy areas that surround the camp, spectacular wildlife.

Shumba Camp

Shumba Camp is situated in the northern region of the Kafue National Park, in the famed Busanga Plains area. The Plains, covering approximately 750 square kilometers, is considered one of Zambia's most important wetlands as well as a wildlife paradise with a wealth of plains game, predators and birds.

Luwi Bush Camp

Due to its remote location, there are not many roads in the area so activities are centered on walking safaris. This fact makes Luwi Bush Camp one of the most enthralling camps in Zambia. The wildlife in the area is prolific and to track it each day on foot is a memory that will last a lifetime.