Tanzania Trip Idea

Victoria Falls and Safari

Indulge in a luxurious Zambian getaway. Start with the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls, then venture into the wilderness for an exclusive safari, encountering Zambia's diverse wildlife while unwinding in stunning accommodations, creating an unforgettable African adventure. Indulge in a luxurious Zambian getaway. Start with the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls, then venture into the wilderness for an exclusive safari, encountering Zambia's diverse wildlife while unwinding in stunning accommodations, creating an unforgettable African adventure.

Best Time To Go

May to October

Victoria Falls is at its full thundering glory between March and June. At other times of the year, the falls are just as spectacular and your safari experience is at its very best.

Ideal Length

From 10 days

Allow ample time to explore Victoria Falls' wonders and indulge in an immersive safari experience, ensuring a relaxed pace to savour all destinations' highlights.

From The Team

Emily Lowther

Journeysmith

"As safari destinations go, Zambia is one of the best, and one of my favourites. With exhilarating walking safaris and the most amazing game viewing, all in near complete privacy it’s easy to see why Zambia is a firm favourite of even the most seasoned traveller."

Key Highlights

Microlight flight over Victoria Falls

Soar above Victoria Falls in a thrilling microlight flight, witnessing its majestic cascade from an exhilarating, bird's-eye perspective.

Night Game Drives

Embark on thrilling game drives after dark, unveiling the elusive nocturnal wildlife amidst the enchanting Zambian wilderness

River Cruises

Enjoy serene river cruises, spotting wildlife along the banks, immersing in nature's tranquillity, and witnessing breathtaking sunsets.

Fishing Adventures

Experience thrilling fishing adventures, angling for prized catches amid stunning landscapes and abundant waterways.

Itinerary At A Glance

Days 1 - 3

Days 4 - 7

Days 8 - 10

Days 1 - 3

Days 4 - 7

Days 8 - 10

Days 1 - 3

Victoria Falls

Victoria Falls is nothing short of a spectacle. Spanning a mile across and standing 350 feet high, Vic Falls is one one of the world’s largest waterfalls and can be viewed from both Zambia and Zimbabwe.

One of the greatest waterfalls anywhere in the world.

See Vic Falls from Zambia or Zimbabwe.

Scenic helicopter tours available.

Whitewater rafting excursions for the daring.

Quiet lodges situated upriver.

Days 4 - 7

Lower Zambezi

The Lower Zambezi National Park is home to a wealth of wildlife. From the Zambezi River, the park extends across a range of escarpments, offering much-needed respite from the dry season.

A timeless safari experience in a riverine landscape.

Wide variety of wildlife including big cats and wild dogs.

Fabulous birdwatching including bee eaters and kingfisher.

Small number of exclusive lodges provide privacy.

Great for canoeing and walking safaris.

Best game viewing between May and November.

Days 8 - 10

South Luangwa

The South Luangwa National Park is one of the finest walking safari locations in all of Africa. As it should be, perhaps, seeing as the concept was born in this very park.

Beautiful valley floodplain with a winding river.

Outstanding wildlife viewing.

Idyllic walking safaris.

Nighttime game drives.

Birdwatching.

Best to visit during the dry season.

Place to Stay

Exterior Of Lodge Tongabezi Lodge Victoria Falls

Victoria Falls, Zambia

Tongabezi Lodge

Tongabezi Lodge is the perfect place to enjoy Zambia at your own serene pace, and to relax at the end of the day.

Hero Image Bedroom Deck Royal Chundu River Lodge Victoria Falls

Victoria Falls, Zambia

Royal Chundu

Check in to the prestigious Royal Chundu Private Island Lodge, the only Relais & Châteaux property in Zambia, which is situated on an island in the Zambezi.

Hero Image Camp Deck Anabezi Camp Lower Zambezi

Lower Zambezi, Zambia

Anabezi Camp

Situated at the far-eastern reaches of the park, Anabezi is characterised by the elephants which are drawn to the surrounding Winterthorn trees.

Hero Image Drinks River Views Chongwe Camp Lower Zambezi

Lower Zambezi, Zambia

Chongwe River Camp

Situated under a canopy of Albida thorn trees Chongwe River Camp is family owned and managed and benefits from a friendly and informal atmosphere.

Hero Image Exterior Of Villa Puku Ridge Camp South Luangwa

South Luangwa, Zambia

Puku Ridge

Puku Ridge inhabits a remote world of its own, watching the ancient patterns of life and survival while treating its visitors to enjoyably civilised hospitality. This small and intimate camp is built unobtrusively overlooking a vast floodplain where the Puku antelope after which the camp is named can be seen grazing throughout the day.

Hero Image Swimming Pool Lion Camp South Luangwa

South Luangwa, Zambia

Lion Camp

There are no fences at Lion Camp, so elephant, buffalo, and antelope come and go as they please. You can watch them from your private deck or the board walk, and they may well be watching you as you swim in the pool. The camp prides itself on its support for conservation and local community development initiatives, including Conservation South Luangwa and the Chipembele Wildlife Education Centre.

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Positive Impact

Supporting local communities, conserving wildlife and preserving wild spaces are commitments that have been ingrained in the Journeysmiths business model for over thirty years.Supporting local communities, conserving wildlife and preserving wild spaces are commitments that have been ingrained in the Journeysmiths business model for over thirty years.

African Communities

In Africa, we support Ripple Effect, a cross-country, African-based charity who help small-scale African farmers release the potential of their land and lives. With every African journey we arrange we make a donation to Ripple Effect. In just over a decade, with the help of our generous clients, we have donated over £115,000 to Ripple Effect’s work in Africa!

5% of Net Profit to Charity

In addition to fundraising, a minimum of 5% of our annual net profits are donated to charitable initiatives. We support four amazing charities who aid communities and wildlife conservation in our key destinations.

Property Partners

Partnering with people who share our values is vital to achieving our positive impact goals. We prioritise working with properties that collaborate with local communities and address location-specific needs from education to anti-poaching.

Price Guide

Each journey is tailor-made to you with prices to reflect, but you can expect to pay:
From £10,000 per person
Journeysmiths expert team of Travel Designers creates individual itineraries tailor-made just for you. When you book with us, we’ll design your dream holiday where you will create memories of a lifetime, benefitting from over 30 years of experience, expert travel advice and preparation, flawless organisation, and complete ATOL or TOPP financial protection.

Our worldwide network of deep relationships affords us excellent confidential rates with properties, airlines and service providers. This means the price of your holiday will generally be the same as if you booked every individual element yourself - just without any of the hassle.

Each and every holiday we put together is completely unique with prices to reflect. On a superb safari holiday, where the average cost per person is in the range above, you’ll stay in the world’s most exclusive and remote camps, with transport planned right to the door, and every meal, game drive and almost all activities included. Add personalisations like visiting in the height of peak season, chartering a private plane or embarking on unusual activities, and that figure can quickly increase!

Wow What A Truly Incredible Trip

Paula

United Kingdom

"Wow what a truly incredible trip, created for our family. Paul and his team put together an itinerary that was just perfect, they suggested Zambia as it offered land and water to see the vast array of wildlife that Zambia has to offer."

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