Deep in the heart of Africa is the continent’s best-kept secret: game-rich Zambia. The beauty of this destination is its wealth of wildlife and the lack of humankind. Apart from Victoria Falls, the world’s largest waterfall (called Mosi-oa-Tunya "The Smoke that Thunders" by the locals), this enchanting country is still very much under the radar.
All of the 20 national parks here are unfenced, so elephant, hippo, giraffe, buffalo, hyena and lion wander freely even outside of the parks’ perimetres. To the east, at the tail end of the Great Rift, lies South Luangwa National Park, 3,500 square miles of woodlands and floodplains and one of the greatest wildlife sanctuaries in the world. It has Africa’s highest concentration of hippos (50 per kilometre in the Luangwa River) and its unique species of giraffe, the Thornicroft, but it’s the frequency of leopard sightings that earns it notoriety. Also, South Luangwa is one of the few parks where night drives are allowed and so the opportunity to spot nocturnal creatures likes porcupine, civet cats and genets. To the south is Lower Zambezi National Park, the former game reserve of the Zambian president and as isolated and wild as the solitary bull elephants that roam through it. On one side the mighty Zambezi thunders through, while on the other is a high escarpment. Game can be viewed by canoe or on foot as it is said that the guided bush walk or walking safari was initiated here.
Rivers or rapids, on foot or in the air however you explore Zambia, Red Savannah can tailor-make a luxury safari itinerary that will reveal the mesmerising magic of this exceptional African destination.
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LUXURY SAFARIS IN ZAMBIA
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Flight time from London
14 hours -
Time Zone
UTC +2 -
Currency
Zambian Kwacha -
Best Time to go
May - October -
Average Temperature
22°C - 32°C
Featured Zambia Safaris
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Zambia is the home of the walking safari where you can track all manner of game on foot, spot hippo and crocodile from your private terrace and spend a night under the stars camping in the bush.
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Walk in the footsteps of Dr Livingstone under the rainbow spray of the Falls, paddle amongst hippos and take dinner by candlelight on the banks of the Zambezi.
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Witness the second largest migration of wildebeest in Africa in Liuwa Plain, the big cat sightings in the Luangwa Valley, and visit the world's largest curtain of falling water at Victoria Falls.
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The perfect family safari combining the leopard haven of the South Luangwa with the hippos and crocodiles of the Lower Zambezi. Finish your journey off in the refreshing spray of Victoria Falls.
Featured Lodges & Camps in Zambia
Lower Zambezi National Park, Zambia
Set in the Lower Zambezi National Park, on the bank of the Zambezi River, Chiawa's superb position allows it to offer a large range of activities, from boating to game walks, and proximity to abundant wildlife.
Lower Zambezi National Park, Zambia
Positioned on the banks of the Zambezi River, overlooking reed islands and at the heart of the Lower Zambezi National Park, this luxury camp offers truly exceptional game viewing opportunities.
FEATURED PRIVATE HOUSES IN ZAMBIA
Chiawa Conservancy, Zambia
Located on a secluded riverside, Chongwe River House is a private house with just four bedrooms, suitable for private use. Guests take game drives, canoe rides and boat cruises to spot game, though the house's privileged position on the banks of the Chongwe River means that wildlife venture close enough for guests to watch from the comfort of the veranda.
Livingstone, Zambia
Ideal for families or small groups of friends, this sole occupancy property is stylishly decorated and features four comfortable bedrooms and is near the famous Victorial Falls.
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"Thank you so very much for everything and making Andrew’s first proper wild Safari such a success."
