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World Class Waterfall and Safari

A week in Zambia combining the world famous Victoria Falls and the world famous South Luangwa National Park.

If you only have a week to travel Zambia, this itinerary will cover the essentials. Spend 2 nights at Victoria Falls to fit in all of the adrenaline activities the falls has to offer, and then head to the best destination for a safari in the country - the South Luangwa National Park.

Trip Highlights

This trip is fully customisable in terms of length, days on safari, days at the beach, safari activities, accommodation needs and luxury fine-tuning to meet your wildest dreams, budgets and party size. Do call us any time to price-up and customise this itinerary for you.

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Trip Itinerary

NB. All of our trips are fully customisable in terms of length of time, regions, properties and budget. The below is just a sample of an itinerary that has worked well for clients in the past. Do call us any time to talk about this itinerary or any other element of your trip!

Day

1-2

Victoria Falls zimbabwe

Met on arrival in Livingstone Airport and transferred to Tongabezi to stay for 2 nights on a full board basis. The rate at Tongabezi includes full board accommodation (all meals and drinks) and all activities. These include: sunrise and sunset boat trips on the Zambezi, guiding canoeing excursions (depending on the water levels and hippo activity), lunch on a local island with guided walks, fishing, a visit to the Victorian falls on the Zambian side, game drive in the Mosi-Oa-Tuna National park, walk in the gorge below the falls, a cultural visit to the museum, local village visit and a mountain bike trail to the local village.
Tongabezi rhino walk 04 victoria falls zambia

Day

3-5

Nkwali Camp, South Luangwa National Park zambia

Transferred to Livingstone airport to fly to the South Luangwa National Park (Mfuwe airport). Met on arrival and transferred to Nkwali Camp to stay for 3 nights on a full board basis. Nkwali Lodge is sat on the banks of the Luangwa River, on private land owned and run by Robin Pope Safaris. Its position, outside of the parks boundaries, means that exclusivity and privacy are combined with excellent game viewing the perfect combination for those looking for a bit of seclusion! The rate at Nikwali Camp includes full board accommodation (all meals and drinks), all game-viewing activities, national park fees and conservation levies, and airstrip transfers.
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6-7

Tena Tena Camp, South Luangwa National Park zambia

Transferred to the Nsefu sector of the park to stay in Tena Tena for 2 nights on a full board basis. Tena Tena has long been a safari favourite in South Luangwa National Park and as the original Robin Pope Safari camp, it is clear why! With cosy tents and open-plan bathrooms, the accommodation at Tena Tena is authentic and provides a beautiful base when you return back from a day of game viewing. The rate at Tena Tena Camp includes full board accommodation (all meals and drinks), all game-viewing activities, national park fees and conservation levies, and airstrip transfers.
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8

Back home!

Transferred back to Mfuwe airport to fly to Lusaka and connect onto international flights home (booked by you).

Please go to either of our Tailormade Safari Trips pages to see a lot more safari trips, ideas and budgets.

What kind of Wildlife should you see on the World Class Waterfall and Safari trip in 2026/27?

For 2026/27, we expect you’ll be able to find the following wildlife in the World Class Waterfall and Safari bearing in mind the quality of guiding, budgets, time of year and duration of stay all affect your chances of finding or seeing any of the following outstanding animals that dwell in World Class Waterfall and Safari…

The Parks & Regions featured in the World Class Waterfall and Safari itinerary...

A general introduction to the parks and regions featured in the World Class Waterfall and Safari for 2026/27.

South Luangwa National Park

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From $398 per person per night
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South Luangwa National Park

Victoria Falls

zambia

From $398 per person per night
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Victoria Falls

Lusaka

zambia

From $398 per person per night
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Lusaka

Do visit our Africa Wildlife page for our full wildlife viewing guide...

What are the other great Camps & Hotels across the same World Class Waterfall and Safari parks and regions...

For 2026/27 we highly recommend all the following camps & hotels in the same Lusaka, South Luangwa National Park, Victoria Falls parks & regions — and let us help customise and price-up your ideal trip for you...
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1 Tafika Camp

South Luangwa National Park, Africa, Zambia

Sat just north of the Nsefu region in the South Luangwa National Park, is Remote Africa’s Tafika Camp. This intimate camp, which can accommodate up to 14 guests, offers authentic accommodation in… More…

4 Nights

FROM $980 pp/pn

Tafika Camp

2 Toka Leya Camp

Victoria Falls, Africa, Zambia

Designed along the lines of a luxury safari camp, Toka Leya sits approximately 30 minutes drive upriver from the famous “smoke that thunders” or Victoria Falls. Celebrating its 10th year in 2018,… More…

3 Nights

FROM $1,145 pp/pn

Toka Leya Camp

3 Tongabezi

Victoria Falls, Africa, Zambia

Voted as the best safari lodge in Zambia by Conde Nast Travel, this luxury lodge is definitely one to consider when you are planning your trip to Victoria Falls! Tonagezi is set… More…

3 Nights

FROM $965 pp/pn

Tongabezi

4 Nsefu Camp

South Luangwa National Park, Africa, Zambia

Nsefu Camp homes history and exceptional wildlife. Built in 1956 by Norman Carr, this was the first safari lodge to occupy the South Luangwa National Park. It is the only camp located… More…

4 Nights

FROM $1,150 pp/pn

Nsefu Camp

And don't miss our Africa Wildlife page for a full guide to the amazing wildlife available...

What other Safari Trips & Tours do you have for the same regions in 2026/27?

An overview of what other tailor-made trips & tours The Africa Specialists have available to Lusaka, South Luangwa National Park, Victoria Falls parks & regions for 2026/27.

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Duration

$4,000$7,500

Price Brackets (USD)

9 Nights

The Best of Zambia

Lower Zambezi National Park, Lusaka, South Luangwa National Park, Victoria Falls

From $7,500 per person
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Waterberry lodge victoria falls zambia waterberry sunset cruise victoria falls zambia

8 Nights

The Greatest Walking Safari

Lusaka, South Luangwa National Park

From $5,000 per person
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Walking Safaris in South Luangwa, Zambia

8 Nights

World Class Waterfall and Safari

Lusaka, South Luangwa National Park, Victoria Falls

From $7,000 per person
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Victoria Falls, Zambia, Royal Livingstone Hotel

7 Nights

Crocodiles and Leopards

Lower Zambezi National Park, Lusaka, South Luangwa National Park

From $6,000 per person
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Leopard at the Old Mondoro Camp, Zambia

14 Nights

Zambia and Zanzibar

Lower Zambezi National Park, South Luangwa National Park, Tanzania, Zanzibar and islands, Zanzibar beaches

From $7,000 per person
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Pongwe Beach Hotel

9 Nights

Botswana Highlights

Chobe National Park, The Okavango Concessions, The Okavango Delta, Victoria Falls

From $4,000 per person
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Okavango Delta

11 Nights

Authentic Lodges and Mobile Camps

Chobe National Park, The Okavango Delta, Victoria Falls, Zambia

From $4,500 per person
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Jao Camp, Okavango Concessions

9 Nights

A Focus on Botswana

Chobe National Park, The Okavango Concessions, The Okavango Delta, Victoria Falls, Zambia

From $5,500 per person
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African Leopard

8 Nights

The Magic of Kafue

Kafue National Park, Lusaka

From $6,000 per person
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hippos in Zambia national park

Do visit our Africa Safari Finder page to find more trips and locations for 2026/27

When is the best time of year to go on the World Class Waterfall and Safari trip?

In theory, you could take the World Class Waterfall and Safari trip trip almost any time of year depending on preferences and wildlife/safari viewing plans, but if you want to avoid peak season or aim to get the timing “just right” then use the following guide for Lusaka, South Luangwa National Park, Victoria Falls or call us any time to check feasibility, costs or best options for the World Class Waterfall and Safari trip…

January fair

February fair

March mixed

April mixed

May mixed

June great

July best

August amazing

September great

October still good

November fair

December fair

Other Safari/Holiday types recommended for the same regions in 2026/27...

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