- $4478  8 Nights / $5320  10 nights

Discover some of the remotest rivers in Africa, the ever changing Luangwa and Zambezi rivers as they flow through the untouched African wilderness. This safari combines the comfort and luxury of river lodges with the rustic beauty of bush camps, a real bush experience. The first days are spent at Kafunta River Lodge, which offers the opportunity to discover the game rich Mfuwe area. Activities at Kafunta River Lodge include game viewing in open vehicles and experience unique night drives, offering the opportunity to view nocturnal animals. The central location of Kafunta River Lodge allows us to explore vast areas of South Luangwa National Park. You will have the chance to enjoy day and night time game drives in open 4x4s giving you opportunities to observe and photograph the valley's incredibly varied and numerous wildlife species. You will enjoy some of the very best walking safaris in Africa too, your armed guides will point out the signs as you walk quietly through the bush. It is an incredible feeling, senses are heightened you become aware of every nuance - from the tiny scratches in the sand made by the long quills of a porcupine, or the pungent aroma of fresh elephant dung to the call of Oxpeckers hinting that big game is close by.

A 3 hour drive from Kafunta River Lodge through remote wilderness takes you to our Camp in the very south of the National Park. We leave the safari vehicle on the banks of the Luangwa River and cross the river by boat. Island Bush Camp is rebuilt each year on the only inhabitable Island in the Luangwa River although seasonal changes in the shape of the river have meant that camp stopped being a true island! The camp is built with natural, locally sourced materials, the chalets are set along the bank of the river, all rooms have private verandah over looking the river and each chalet has it's own en-suite bathroom, with running water, flush toilets and hot bucket showers. Island bush camp offers rustic comfort and is the base for daily walking safaris.

From The Luangwa you will be flown to the beatifull Lower Zambezi Valley.

Kasaka -

The eight chalets are luxury tented and tastefully decorated with an authentic African flavour. Each has an elegantly furnished en-suite bathroom with flush toilets and powerful heated showers. The lodge is situated in a natural bush environment with each chalet secluded amongst the native flora. Kasaka has a 'tame side' with beautiful manicured gardens and colourful indigenous plants and a 'wild side' for the more adventurous, which is connected to the main lodge by overhead walkways to allow for the passage of wildlife within the camp. Kasaka's bar and deck area are nestled amongst huge tamarind trees and is the perfect location for watching the world go by on the river. This is an ideal setting for you to relax in our leather loungers or sofas to read or just relax after your day's activities. The library area offers books of interest related to Africa and its abundant flora and fauna as well as a variety of board games.

The thatched dining area over looks the river and dining can also be arranged on the deck for dining under the stars. There is a swimming pool, situated on the 'tame side', which overlooks the mighty Zambezi River. Sunloungers, large sunshades and two hammocks are available to help you relax during the quieter part of the day. Pool towels are available and drinks are served by the pool. All chalets provide freshly laundered towels and bathrobes plus toiletries for your convenience. Kasaka offers its guests early morning and late afternoon drives when the bush is cooler and the game is more active. Our new open top Land Rovers provide guests with maximum comfort when on their drives which last between two to four hours depending on the requirements of the guests and the animal activity! Evening drives will normally drive for about an hour and a half before stopping for sundowners at one of the guides' favourite spots! Cruising on the magnificent Zambezi River is a great way to see the local wildlife. Our three pontoon boats can take you on a river safari where you will see a huge variety of animals such as, hippos, crocodiles and elephants and a wide array of birds. The National Park is home to herds of Elephant and Buffalo and offers frequent sightings of Lion and Leopard. Impala, Waterbuck and Kudu are common sightings as are Zebra, Warthog, Monkeys, Baboons and Hyena. The thrill of safari really comes to light when the sunsets and the vehicle's spotlight is used to track the animals. Civet's, Porcupines, Genets and Honeybadgers are a few of the nocturnal animals you are likely to encounter. Your experienced local guides have a huge range of knowledge of the local flora and fauna and animals and they are happy to answer any questions guests may have.

Itinerary

• Arrival Lusaka, flight to South Luangwa
• 3 (4) nights Kafunta River Lodge.
• 2 nights Island Bush Camp
• Flight from South Luangwa to Lower Zambezi
• 3 (4) nights Kasaka River Lodge
• Return flight to Lusaka