Luxury African Safari Packages in Zambia for 2026
Zambia safari packages offer an authentic and exclusive safari experience — where untamed wilderness meets luxury comfort. Known as the home of the walking safari, Zambia’s 2026 tours take you deep into pristine national parks, remote lodges, and along the mighty Zambezi River. Enjoy front-row seats to Victoria Falls, exceptional wildlife viewing, and intimate safari camps far from the crowds.
Why Choose Zambia for a Luxury Safari in 2026?
Zambia is Africa’s best-kept safari secret. Known for its authentic walking safaris, unspoiled national parks, and warm local hospitality, Zambia offers a safari experience that feels both exclusive and deeply personal. From the shimmering waters of the Lower Zambezi to the predator-rich valleys of South Luangwa, every moment brings you closer to nature’s heartbeat.
Private camps, river-front lodges, and fly-in safaris connect across the country, revealing vast open spaces, abundant wildlife, and some of Africa’s most breathtaking scenery.
When Is the Best Time to Visit Zambia for a Luxury Safari in 2026?
The ideal time for a Zambia luxury safari in 2026 is during the dry season, from May to October, when animals gather around shrinking water sources, making wildlife spotting easier.
- South Luangwa & Kafue: May to October offers the best predator and game-viewing opportunities, with clear skies and cooler temperatures.
Lower Zambezi: May to October ensures optimal river levels for canoe safaris and boat-based wildlife viewing.
Liuwa Plain: June to September is prime for witnessing the blue wildebeest migration.
Victoria Falls: May to September is ideal for both viewing the falls in their full glory and enjoying adventure activities.
The dry season also brings comfortable temperatures, excellent road conditions, and fewer mosquitoes, making it the perfect time for intimate, luxury safari experiences across Zambia’s parks.
Best Places to Visit in Zambia on a Luxury Safari
1.Why Is South Luangwa National Park a Must-Visit Destination on a Zambia Luxury Safari in 2026? The Birthplace of the Walking Safari
South Luangwa National Park is the soul of Zambia’s safari experience raw, remote, and filled with wildlife. Known as the birthplace of the walking safari, it offers unmatched intimacy with nature as you track lions, elephants, and leopards on foot, guided by expert naturalists.
Top Luxury Lodges in South Luangwa Park
Chinzombo by Time + Tide – A modern safari masterpiece on a private stretch of the Luangwa River, offering plunge pools, spa treatments, and open-air suites.
Puku Ridge Camp – Elevated luxury tents with sweeping plains views and private plunge tubs, perfect for honeymooners.
Tafika Camp (Remote Africa Safaris) –Ideal for guests seeking authentic bush walks and cultural immersion.
2.Why Is Lower Zambezi National Park a Must-Visit Destination on a Zambia Luxury Safari in 2026? The River of Elephants and Serenity
Lower Zambezi National Park is one of Africa’s most exclusive safari regions offering tranquil canoe safaris, fishing for tigerfish, and thrilling boat-based game viewing. Expect sightings of elephants, hippos, and lions often without another vehicle in sight.
Top Luxury Lodges in Lower Zambezi Park
- Sausage Tree Camp – A chic riverside retreat with private plunge pools, open-air baths, and personal butlers.
- Chiawa Camp – Zambia’s pioneering eco-lodge, renowned for its fine dining, guiding excellence, and prime riverfront setting.
- Lolebezi (African Bush Camps) – Ultra-modern design meets wilderness solitude, offering stunning Zambezi views and exclusive walking safaris.
3.Why Is Victoria Falls (Mosi-oa-Tunya) a Must-Visit Destination on a Zambia Luxury Safari in 2026? The Smoke That Thunders
No Zambian safari is complete without witnessing the majestic Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. The roaring cascade of the Zambezi River creates a mist visible for miles a spectacle that captivates every traveler.
Adventure-seekers can white-water raft or walk the Knife-Edge Bridge, while luxury travelers unwind at riverside lodges just minutes from the falls.
Top Luxury Lodges near Victoria Falls (Livingstone
Royal Livingstone Hotel by Anantara – Colonial elegance steps from the Falls, with zebra-dotted lawns and sunset decks.
Tongabezi Lodge – A romantic riverside escape with cliff-top cottages and impeccable service.
Thorntree River Lodge (African Bush Camps) – A modern eco-lodge offering private pools, spa treatments, and exclusive river access.
4.Kafue National Park is Africa’s Vast, Untamed Wilderness
Kafue National Park is one of Africa’s largest and most untouched reserves, a realm of endless plains, winding rivers, and incredible wildlife diversity. Its vastness means you can explore for days without another vehicle, making it ideal for travelers seeking solitude and authenticity.
Wildlife thrives here: lions, cheetahs, leopards, and African wild dogs roam freely, while the Busanga Plains host dramatic predator-prey scenes and sunrise balloon safaris.
Top Luxury Lodges in Kafue National Park
Wilderness Shumba Camp – Elevated on a tree island in the Busanga Plains, offering sweeping views and predator-packed drives.
Ila Safari Lodge – A stylish eco-luxury lodge along the Kafue River with solar-powered suites and boat safaris.
Chisa Busanga Camp – Unique “nest” rooms elevated above the plains, offering privacy and panoramic wildlife views.
5.Liuwa Plain National Park is Africa’s Hidden Migration Secret
Tucked away in Zambia’s far west, Liuwa Plain National Park is one of Africa’s wildest and least-visited gems. This remote grassland hosts the second-largest wildebeest migration on the continent — featuring the rare and stunning blue wildebeest moving in rhythmic waves across the golden plains each year.
The park’s open landscape also supports cheetahs, hyenas, and graceful crowned cranes, making it a paradise for photographers and nature enthusiasts. Originally protected by the iconic lioness Lady Liuwa, this park symbolizes Zambia’s conservation triumph remote, raw, and truly untamed.
Top Luxury Retreats in Liuwa Plain National Park
- King Lewanika Lodge by Time + Tide – The park’s only permanent luxury lodge, featuring open-fronted villas, dramatic sunsets, and exclusive access to the blue wildebeest migration
6.Remote Zambia For the True Wilderness Explorer
For seasoned safari-goers craving untouched frontiers, Remote Zambia offers pure, untamed beauty. Explore the North Luangwa National Park, famous for walking safaris and vast herds of buffalo; the Bangweulu Wetlands, home to the rare shoebill stork; and Lusenga Plain, where conservation is reviving ancient wilderness.
Top Camps and Lodges in Remote Zambia
Mwaleshi Camp (North Luangwa) – Intimate bush charm and exceptional walking safaris.
Shoebill Island Camp (Bangweulu Wetlands) – A birder’s paradise and home to the elusive shoebill.
Takwela Camp (North Luangwa) – A peaceful eco-retreat where two rivers meet, offering solitude and abundant wildlife
8-Day Diverse South Luangwa-Zambia
- The Birth Place of All Walking Safaris
- $7,060 – $8,720 (USD) pp Sharing
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All rates are subject to availability and may change without notice.
- Destination : Zambia ♥ Shared Tour ♥ Luxury
- Safari Trip :
- Lusaka International Airport (start)
- South Luangwa National Park, Zambia (end)
- Accommodation :
- Luxury Mfuwe Lodge (Award winning Lodge)
- Chindeni is a secluded bush camp
- Bilimungwe is a Remote River-front safari camp
- Zungulila Remote Tented Bush Camp
- Perfect for :
- Seclusion
- Photographic Safari
- A Family
- Nature enthusiastic
- Honeymoon
- Small Groups
- Honeymoon Couples.
- Tour Highlights :
- Walking Safari
- Exceptional Game Viewing
- African Bush Exposure
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8-Day Lower Zambezi luxury Safari
September 22, 2025
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- $ 1,400 USD pp Sharing
- Rates are starting prices per person, per night sharing.
We book at the same price as going direct. Please enquire for the latest pricing.
- Destination : Zambia ♥ Shared Tour ♥ Luxury
- Safari Trip :
- Jeki Airstrip (start)
- Jeki Airstrip (end)
- Accommodation :
- Chiawa Camp Camps with luxury suites
- Old Mondoro Camp
- Perfect for :
- Wildlife Adventure
- A Family Safari
- Romantic Couples
- Small Groups
- Solo Travellers
- Tour Highlights :
- Explore Lower Zambezi on foot
- Evening Boat Cruises
- Game Drives
- Canoe Safari
8-Day South-North Luangwa Safari
This Safari is Conducted Exclusively on Foot.
- $7,094 (USD) pp Sharing
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- Destination : Zambia ♥ Shared Tour ♥ Luxury
- Safari Trip :
- Mwanya (Lukuzi) Airstrip, South Luangwa (start)
- Mfuwe Airport , Zambia (end)
- Accommodation :
- Tafika Luangwa River-front Chalets
- Remote Mwaleshi River-front Bush Camp
- Perfect for :
- Photographic Safari
- A Family
- Nature-enthusiastic
- Honeymoon
- Small Groups & Couples.
- Tour Highlights :
- Exclusive Walking Safari
- Exceptional Day & Night Game Viewing
- Mountain-Biking
- A Local Village Visit
NB: All game viewing is conducted on walking safaris accompanied by a guide and an armed scout. The guides at Mwaleshi are among the most experienced and knowledgeable in the area. Be on the lookout for Cookson’s wildebeest, hyena, puku, eland, and especially buffalo and lion.
10-day Magical Botswana- Zambia Safari
- $ 870 – $1,050 (USD) pp Sharing
- Rates are starting prices per person, per night sharing.
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- Destination : Botswana & Zambia ♥ Shared Tour ♥ Luxury
- Safari Trip :
- Khwai Lodge Airstrip / Xakanaxa Airstrip (start)
- Livingstone Airstrip (end)
- Accommodation :
- Khwai Leadwood River Lodges
- Linyathi Bush Camp. Chobe National Park
- Thorntree River Lodge, Zambia
- Perfect for :
- Wildlife Adventure
- A Family Safari
- Solo Travellers
- Romantic Couples
- Tour Highlights :
- Game viewing from hides
- Evening Boat Cruise
- Guided Bush Walks
- Bird Watching
- Cultural Tours
7-Day great Value Livingstone-Vic Falls-South Luangwa Valley
Reliable Team of Professionals on All Walking Safaris
- $5,120 – $6,150 (USD) pp Sharing
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- Destination : Zambia ♥ Shared Tour ♥ Luxury
- Safari Trip :
- Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport, Livingstone , Zambia (start)
- South Luangwa Mfuwe Airport, Zambia (end)
- Accommodation :
- Chundukwa River Lodge
- Luxury Mfuwe Lodge (Award winning Lodge in a Row)
- Perfect for :
- Wildlife Adventours
- Photographic Safari
- A Family
- Nature-Enthusiastic
- Honeymooners
- Small Groups
- Romantic Couples.
- Tour Highlights :
- Walking Safari
- Exceptional BIG5 Game Viewing
- Exploring on Horseback
- Majestic Victoria Falls
6-Day-Livingstone-Chobe
- $901-$ 1,360 USD pp Sharing
- Rates are starting prices per person, per night sharing.
We book at the same price as going direct. Please enquire for the latest pricing.
- Destinations : Zambia & Botswana ♥ Shared Tour ♥ Luxury
- Safari Trip :
- Livingstone Airport, Zambia (start)
- Kasane Airport, Botswana (end)
- Accommodation :
- Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma Lodge
- Chobe Chilwero en-suite cottages
- Perfect for :
- Photographic Safari
- Solo Adventurous
- A Family Safari
- Romantic Couples
- Honeymooners
- Tour Highlights :
- Walking Safari
- Victoria Falls Tour
- Zambezi Water-based Activities
- Evening Boat Cruise
- Game Drives
8-Day South Luangwa's-4x4-Walking-Bike-Safari
Cycling & Walking at Tafika Camp, Zambia
- $6,559 (USD) pp Sharing
Please treat all pricing as a guide only:
All rates are subject to availability and may change without notice.
- Destination : Zambia ♥ Shared Tour ♥ Luxury
- Safari Trip :
- Mfuwe Airport, Zambia (start)
- Mfuwe Airport, Zambia (end)
- Accommodation :
- Tafika Luangwa River Camp Chalets
- Remote Chikoko Tree Camp
- Big Lagoon Chalets Camp
- Perfect for :
- Safari-Enthusiastic
- Photographic Safari
- A Family
- Nature lovers
- Honeymooners
- Small Groups
- Love-Bird Couples
- Tour Highlights :
- Walking Safari
- Cycling & Moonlighting
- Exceptional Game Viewing
- A Quiet Experience with no Roads or Vehicles.
11-Day-Luxury-Kruger- Victoria Falls and-Cape Town
- $ 831 USD pp Sharing
- Rates are starting prices per person, per night sharing.
We book at the same price as going direct. Please enquire for the latest pricing.
- Destinations : Zambia & South Africa ♥ Shared Tour ♥ Luxury
- Safari Trip :
- Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport (start)
- Cape Town Waterfront (end)
- Accommodation :
- Lion Sands River Lodge
- Luxurious Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma Lodge
- Victoria & Alfred Hotel, Cape Town Waterfront
- Perfect for :
- African Bush Adventure
- A Family Safari
- Romantic Couples
- Community Visit
- Tour Highlights :
- BIG5
- Boat Cruise
- Game Drives
- World Class City Adventure
- Optional adrenaline activities—like white-water rafting, bungee jumping, and helicopter flights over the falls—are also available.
5-Day Romantic-Falls-Zambezi-Chobe
Water-Based Safaris
- $3,360 – $4,860 (USD) pp Sharing
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All rates are subject to availability and may change without notice.
- Destinations : Zambia & Botswana ♥ Shared Tour ♥ Luxury
- Safari Trip :
- Livingstone Airport (start)
- Kasane Airport, Botswana/ Livingstone Airport ,Zambia (end)
- Accommodation :
- Luxury Royal Livingstone Hotel, Zambia
- Chobe Chilwero River Lodge, Botswana
- Perfect for :
- Water-Based Adventure
- Photographic Safari
- A Family
- Solo Travellers
- Honeymooners
- Small Groups & Couples.
- Tour Highlights :
- Walking Safari
- Exceptional Game Viewing
- Water-Based Activities
- Spa
10-Day-Botswana-to-Zambia Luxury Safari
- $ 1,531 USD pp Sharing
- Rates are starting prices per person, per night sharing.
We book at the same price as going direct. Please enquire for the latest pricing.
- Destinations : Botswana & Zambia ♥ Shared Tour ♥ Luxury
- Safari Trip :
- Maun International Airport (start)
- Lusaka International Airport (end)
- Accommodation :
- Atzaro Camp Okavango, Botswana
- Thorntree River Lodge, Zambia
- Lolebezi Safari Lodge, Zambia
- Perfect for :
- Water-based Adventure
- A Family Safari
- Romantic & Couples
- Tour Highlights :
- Mighty Zambezi River Activities
- Evening Boat Cruise
- Game Drives
- Rhino Trekking