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Wild Western Zambia

Duration
12 Days
Price from
£14,300 pp.
Location
Zambia, Africa
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Trip Highlights

  • Spend time in lesser travelled Western Zambia
  • Witness the might of Victoria Falls
  • Exclusive and intimate wildlife veiwing

What's Included

  • 11 nights accommodation
  • All transfers and guides
  • Flights within Zambia
Our specialist says:

Get away from the crowds in the wildlife rich, but much under visited National Parks of Western Zambia. Enjoy exceptional guiding, unique wildlife encounters and some of the finest lodges the continent has to offer, all rounded off with a few days relaxing at Victoria Falls

Getting off the beaten track in many countries can mean compromising on the quality of experience – lodges can be a little on the “rustic” side, and wildlife experiences can be middling, which puts even the most ardent safari enthusiast off dipping their toe in little-known areas. Western Zambia bucks this trend dramatically, offering an unrivalled wildlife experience away from the crowds in lodges that are the envy of their contemporaries across Africa.

Tamara , one of our Zambia experts, says:

"As someone who has been grown up on safari across Africa, Zambia truly is something special to me. The space, the wildlife and the lack of other visitors gives you an experience that is hard to find in other parts of Africa. Remote and wild... If you ever get the chance to visit Zambia I would definitely not let it pass..."

Start with an overnight in Lusaka, Zambia’s bustling, modern capital city. Here you can relax by the pool and prepare yourselves for the incredible adventure that awaits. The following morning, you will be taken back to the airport for a flight to the Kafue National Park, a vast expanse of wilderness that few have heard of and even fewer visit. Enjoy incredible wildlife encounters, on foot, in boats and vehicles, as your guides get you up close and personal with some of Africa’s most iconic beasts.

From there, a plane and a short drive will take you into the heart of the Liuwa Plain National Park, a hidden gem of a park with only one permanent lodge, which will be your home for the next few nights. Explore at your heart’s content, safe in the knowledge that you will be one of just a handful of people who visit the park in any given year. Enjoy unique wildlife encounters in a park where, despite a sizeable lion population, hyenas are the apex predator. After your time exploring Liuwa, fly down to Livingstone for a few days relaxing on the banks of the Zambezi River. Your base will be one of Zambia and indeed Africa’s most beloved lodges, which boasts amazing river views and has Victoria Falls in easy striking distance.

This trip offers a unique blend of iconic experiences, outstanding lodges and an absence of crowds – if you are looking for something truly unique, then this is definitely the trip to take and will make you the envy of safari enthusiasts the world over.

Trip Itinerary

Day 1 Destination Lusaka

Staying at Latitude 15

Arrive in Lusaka, where a driver will be waiting at the airport to transfer you into the city where you will be spending the night at the lovely Latitude 15, an oasis of tranquillity in the heart of this bustling metropolis. Spend the afternoon relaxing by the pool and admiring the significant art collection before enjoying dinner and drinks in the cozy bar and restaurant area.

Day 2 On to the Kafue National Park

Staying at Ila Safari Lodge

After breakfast your driver will transfer you back to Lusaka airport for a flight up to the Kafue National Park. From the airport you will enjoy a game drive transfer through the park where you will be staying at the lovely Ila Safari Lodge for the next 3 nights. Nestled on the banks of the Kafue River it is the perfect modern interpretation of a traditional safari lodge and the ideal base for exploring this mighty National Park – one of Zambia’s under visited gems.

Day 3 Exploring with your guide

Day 4 Relax and enjoy Ila

Day 5 Time to head to Liuwa Plain

Day 6 Time to explore the park

Day 7 Wildlife and wide open spaces

Day 8 Revel in spending isolation

Day 9 To Victoria Falls

Day 10 Exploring The Falls

Day 11 Relaxing at Tongabezi

Day 12 Time to head home

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Duration

12 Days

Location

Zambia, Africa

Price from

£14,300 pp.

Price Includes

  • Domestic flights
  • All applicable transfers, activities, and guides
  • Accommodation and meals as listed

Price Excludes

  • Single supplements
  • International flights to/from Zambia
  • Any activities, meals or fees not listed as included

Price is per person based on two people sharing and excluding international flights

Meals and accommodation are as follows:

  • 1 night with Breakfast at Latitude 15 - Original Side Room
  • 3 nights Fully Inclusive at Ila Safari Lodge - Tented Suite
  • 4 nights Fully Inclusive at King Lewanika - Villa
  • 3 nights Fully Inclusive at Tongabezi - Dog House
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When to go to Zambia

Find out the best time to visit Zambia with our month by month guide.

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January

January is a good time to visit Victoria Falls, but the rest of the country is very humid and wet leading to many camps shutting during January.

February

February remains wet, so its a good month to visit the thundering Victoria Falls, however only a few camps stay open for boating and walking. The rains have created lush vegetation, during this time of year it is alive with the sound of migratory birds in their breeding plumage, an excellent time for birders to visit Zambia.

March

If you want to witness Vic Falls at its fullest, March is the month to visit, with huge volumes of spray often obscuring the view. The birding is still magnificent in March, and camps offer fantastic value for money as there are no crowds.

April

In April the weather starts to dry, however rain remains a prominent feature of April. In the Lower Zambezi National Park, lush vegetation is at its thickest making animals more difficult to spot. April is seen to be the best time of year to witness the rarely seen Wild Dog in South Luangwa National Park.

May

May is a mixed month, the onset of the dry season means rains are unlikely, however access to certain camps is tricky due to sodden grounds. Game viewing in South Luangwa and Lower Zambezi begin to improve as the vegetation things and waterholes begin to dry up, forcing wildlife together.

June

June is a great time to visit Zambia, the ground starts to dry out and camps are offering excellent deals and there are few visitors to share safari vehicles so you may have some areas to yourself.

July

July is high season, temperatures rise and all the camps are officially open. If you want to see game then South Luangwa is the best option, whereas the Lower Zambezi is perfect for river cruises and fishing.

Victoria falls is at its best, without being overly wet and clouded with spray.

August

August's hot and dry weather kicks off what Zambia is famous for, walking safaris. It is the prime time to combine game viewing with Victoria Falls.

September

Temperatures sore in September reaching high 20's making the long days particularly pleasant. This month sees Carmine Bee Eaters arrive, flocks of hundreds nest in river banks providing a thrilling spectacle of colour and sound.

October

October sees temperatures sore again, game viewing is best done in the early mornings to avoid the hot midday sun.

November

November brings the start of the rainy season, but the good news is the sporadic showers are not too disruptive and visitors get to see dramatic skies and stormy skies brewing. Temperatures are high and it can be humid, but the mixed weather brings great value stays. Plus many young animals are being born, making it a fantastic time to see the parks come to life.

December

The rainy season is in full force in December, grasslands begin to lengthen, foliage thickens and game viewing becomes a little trickier. The rivers rise and dependant on water levels travellers can visit 'devils pool' at Vic Falls, providing high excitement and a head for heights needed if you want to get close to the drop off.

Shirley Newman

What can I say….my son and myself had the most wonderful time in Kenya thanks to the first-class itinerary that Ben and Louise put together for us. We spoke with Ben many times to ensure he ‘got it right’. This was our 2nd visit to Kenya, and it certainly lived up to our expectations and memories. Throughout our time in Kenya, we saw many lions, giraffes, elephants, ostriches, hyenas, cheetahs, and leopards, to name just a few. Nothing was too much trouble for all the staff; we cannot have been looked after any better. I would highly recommend Far and Wild; they are so knowledgeable and have personally visited the lodges and areas. We are already planning another visit, and we cannot wait. Since our return again Ben phoned to see how it went in addition to emails.

August, 2025
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I have just returned from the most amazing trip to Tanzania, booked with Far & Wild. Everything went so smoothly from the first time I spoke with them. The planning was great, the itinerary was perfect for us, and the lodges were amazing. We spent 10 nights with an amazing guide, travelling through Northern Tanzania and even got to see the migration, which was a lifetime ambition of mine. This wasn't our first safari, so we were nervous as to how it would compare, but it was spot on. We're particularly grateful that she suggested a private 'bush lunch' in the Ngorongoro Crater as the public picnic spot was very busy! I will certainly be using them again to book our next trip....we're thinking of a relaxing beach stay next time to get over the excitement of safari!

July, 2024
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Just back from another amazing F&W organised trip to Namibia with the family (8 adults). Having been there before, Alistair tailored our trip to include our favourite locations and added a new one for us, Okonjima Plains camp, which we loved.The quality of accommodation and guiding, activities, food and drinks was exceptional throughout. Although not inexpensive I felt it was good value for the level of luxury we had. Kwessi Dunes, Shipwreck lodge, Ongava, Okonjima with pit stops Windhoek (city tour recommended ), Swakopmund (Sandwich Harbour and Walvis Bay tour) and Grootberg lodge (best sundowner drive )

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July, 2024
Henri Papenfus

Back home again, basking in the joys of a superb safari. Every aspect you arranged for us, including linking up with Mack Air and Wild Horizons locally to transport us. The choice of camps, Camp Hwange in Zimbabwe and Muchenenje Safari Lodge in Botswana, was spot on and exactly what we had hoped for - ideally situated, comfortable, in good surroundings, and with excellent wildlife on the doorstep and throughout the wider country. The service staff in each looked after us very well, catering was excellent, and the game guides were professional, knowledgeable and helpful. The weather was, as usual for that part of the world, also good at the time of our visit. Blue skies and stunning sunsets. Warm but not too hot during the day, although quite cold at sunrise when viewing game. The viewing started. You made us happy, and we recommend you to similar safari enthusiasts with confidence.

June, 2024
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Far and Wild went above and beyond to make sure my trip to Zambia was special. I would definitely recommend them and their services to anyone wanting to travel to Africa.

May, 2024
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March, 2024
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