Zambia
Raw and powerful, Zambia is Africa at its most pure.
Where the Wild Reigns Supreme
Zambia invites you to step off the vehicle and into the wild. The original home of the walking safari – an adventure for experienced safari enthusiasts – a Zambia safari will reconnect you with nature at its most raw. Each discovery on a walking safari is immediate and alive: lion tracks in the dust, hippos in the river, and the first light spreading over the Luangwa Valley or the Busanga Plains. Of course, you don’t have to walk on a safari in Zambia. Traditional game drives and photographic hides are also available, in some of the wildest country on the continent.
Walking safaris in Zambia blend exploration and ease. Watch elephants from your deck, and listen to the nighttime symphony of the bush. Camps are intimate, welcoming, and soulful; offering adventure without pretense. Here you can experience an unfiltered connection to the natural world, and an opportunity to delve deeper into the spirit of safari.
“Karen is very knowledgeable and provided me with detailed answers to my many questions and concerns as a solo traveler. She was influential in my decision-making. Besides the amazing wildlife sightings and the knowledgeable guides who made sense of everything we saw, I was so impressed with the courtesy and friendliness of the camp staff… I found that although I was travelling alone, I never felt alone.”
-Joyce W., New York
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Bespoke Zambia Safari Highlights
- Walk the Luangwa Valley, where skilled guides reveal tracks and small details often missed from a vehicle.
- Explore the wildlife-rich Lower Zambezi National Park, home to abundant elephants, hippos, and predators along pristine riverbanks.
- Stay in understated, high-quality bush camps that emphasize authenticity, comfort, and close connections to the surrounding wilderness.
- Discover shifting landscapes—from dry-season game concentrations to lush green-season birdlife—offering unique photographic opportunities.
- Experience an Africa few others see – untouched, remote, and truly wild.
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Regions to Explore
Lower Zambezi
Set along the Zambezi River, this park offers a safari shaped by its waters. Wildlife gathers at the river’s edge, best observed by canoe, boat, or on foot with expert guides. Elephants wade through channels, while hippos and crocodiles drift nearby. The escarpment rising behind the floodplain adds drama. Lower Zambezi feels both relaxed and immersive, blending adventure with a sense of tranquility.
North and South Luangwa
North and South Luangwa are celebrated for their walking safaris and exceptional guiding, offering an intimate understanding of Zambia’s wilderness. The Luangwa River anchors the ecosystem, attracting dense wildlife and endemic species found nowhere else. Whether on foot or by vehicle – tracking predators, observing behavior, and reading the land – these parks deliver an authentic safari experience grounded in the expertise of its local guides. If you’ve been to Africa a few times and are ready to go deeper, a multi-day walking safari in Luangwa will offer a new perspective.
Kafue
Kafue is one of Africa’s largest and least explored national parks, offering a sense of discovery that is increasingly rare. Its diverse habitats range from floodplains to woodlands, supporting a wide array of wildlife. Seasonal changes transform the landscape, particularly in the Busanga Plains, where predators thrive. Indeed, the lions of Kafue are like nowhere else; muscular giants that must contend with difficult hunting conditions to survive. Kafue’s remoteness and scale create a safari that feels exploratory and unfiltered, ideal for travelers drawn to space and solitude.
Mosi oa Tunya
Mosi oa Tunya, “The Smoke That Thunders,” protects the Zambian side of Victoria Falls and the lush riverine forest surrounding it. While compact in size, the park offers meaningful wildlife encounters, including tracking its carefully monitored rhino population on foot, and river safaris and sundowner cruises along the Zambezi. The contrast between tranquil forest paths and the raw power of the falls creates a striking sensory experience, blending natural beauty with cultural significance. Mosi oa Tunya is commonly paired with safaris in Botswana, as it is easy to access and a wonderful way to start or end a safari in the Okavango Delta.
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