Sample Trip

Remote Zambia Safari

“An 11 Night Safari between South Luangwa & Lower Zambezi”

Budget level: High-End

Country

Zambia

When to Go

May to Oct

Duration

11 Nights

Safari Type

Fly camping, Lodge and Canvas, Walking Safari

Location

Lower Zambezi, Luangwa Valley

Kids Min Age

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Safari Rating

adventure

wilderness

wildlife

comfort

photographic

guiding

A safari that combines some of the most incredible owner-run Zambian bushcamps in both South Luangwa and Lower Zambezi National Parks. All camps are located in remote sections of the national parks ensuring a truly remote and authentic experience!

Itinerary in Brief

3 Nights Tafika Camp

2 Nights Crocodile River Camp

2 Nights Chikoko Tree Camp

4 Nights Tusk & Mane

The Remote Zambia Safari is an unparalleled itinerary that exposes you to the best experiences to be had in both South Luangwa and Lower Zambezi National Parks. From photographic game drives, walking safaris between bushcamps and canoeing safaris this is has to be one of the best Zambian safaris!

The safari starts with you arrival in Mfuwe Airport from where you will be transported to Tafika Camp which is located in the famous Nsefu sector of South Luangwa National Park. Spending 3 nights here is the perfect tranquil base from which guests can enjoy walking safaris, cultural visits, microlight flights (May only), unique cycling trails and game drives (day and night), during which the abundance of diverse game populations in the Nsefu sector ensure an unforgettable African safari. After Tafika its off on a 4 nights walking safari between 2 remote bushcamps on the Chikoko Trails. Chikoko Tree Camp and Crocodile River Camp are the two intimate and exclusive bush camps which form Chikoko Trails, where authentic walking safaris are offered within a remote northern area of the South Luangwa National Park. This is an excellent option for guests who enjoy a more active safari experience and an escape from the conventional game drive routine. After your walking safari, an included direct charter flight will have you landing in Lower Zambezi National Park where you will spend the next 4 nights between 2 fly camps Kutali and Chula. Kutali and Chula fly-camps are tucked away on remote Islands in the prime game viewing area near Jeki airfield. The camps are simple with old style luxury camping, under the stars and around the campfire providing all the luxurious one could ask for. Fly camping is to experience the African wilderness with as much freedom as possible, following the finest line drawn between a completely wild eco-system and ourselves. These safaris offer a chance to experience the best of the Lower Zambezi from the river to the escarpment.

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Detailed Itinerary

3 Nights: Tafika 4 Nights: Chikoko Trails 4 Nights: Tusk & Mane

3 Nights: Tafika

Tafika Camp is situated on the banks of the Luangwa River, North of the Nsefu Sector of South Luangwa National Park. Nestled in the shade of giant leadwood trees, the camp has a panorama of the river and its wildlife. Tafika can accommodate up to 14 guests in six thatched chalets (including a family chalet and honeymoon suite) with open-air en suite facilities, built around the trunks of stunning sausage trees. The food is excellent and is supplemented by a wonderful supply of home-grown fresh salad, fruit and vegetables.

Tafika is the perfect tranquil base from which guests can enjoy walking safaris, cultural visits, microlight flights (May only), unique cycling trails and game drives (day and night), during which the abundance of diverse game populations in the Nsefu sector ensure an unforgettable African safari.

4 Nights: Chikoko Trails

Chikoko Tree Camp and Crocodile River Camp are the two intimate and exclusive bush camps which form Chikoko Trails, where authentic walking safaris are offered within a remote northern area of the South Luangwa National Park. This is an excellent option for guests who enjoy a more active safari experience and an escape from the conventional game drive routine. One get lost in the idyll of Africa on foot and the minutiae of the bush come to the fore; the smells, the essence of the macro world and the sense of timelessness with added adrenaline as you also track (and often find) big game on foot.

Each camp accommodates a maximum of six people in thatched chalets with open-air en suite facilities, nestled in the shade of majestic ebony trees. Rooms have flush toilets, showers (with hot water provided on demand) and running (cold) water throughout the day. The camps are staffed by an experienced walking guide, an armed game scout, a chef and general camp staff, who contribute to a relaxed and pleasurable stay at our Chikoko Trails Camps.

4 Nights: Tusk & Mane

Tusk & Mane is a lovingly owner operated safari operation and offer a back-to-nature wilderness experience. Game drives and fishing are readily available and completely flexible although they concentrate primarily on walking safaris and canoe safaris.

Kutali Island and Chula Island are tucked away on remote Islands in the prime game viewing area near Jeki airfield. The camps are simple with old style luxury camping, under the stars and around the campfire providing all the luxurious one could ask for.

Fly camping is to experience the African wilderness with as much freedom as possible, following the finest line drawn between a completely wild eco-system and ourselves. These safaris offer a chance to experience the best of the Lower Zambezi from the river to the escarpment. Having no more than 10 guests at any stage ensures an intimate safari experience.