4 Days Best Zambia Safari to Kafue National Park
This 4 Days Best Zambia Safari to Kafue National Park takes you to Kafue National Park, one of Africa's largest and most spectacular wildlife sanctuaries. This carefully crafted safari experience offers an intimate encounter with Zambia's incredible biodiversity, featuring walking safaris, boat cruises along the mighty Kafue River, and classic game drives through diverse ecosystems. The park spans over 22,400 square kilometers of untouched African wilderness, providing sanctuary to an extraordinary array of wildlife species.
Your Zambia Safari journey will take you deep into the heart of Kafue National Park, where you'll witness four of Africa's legendary Big Five animals in their natural habitat. The absence of rhinos and giraffes in this ecosystem makes it unique, while the presence of the elusive cheetah adds an extra thrill to your wildlife viewing experience. From the seasonal floodplains of Busanga to the miombo woodlands, every landscape tells a different story of survival and adaptation.
This comprehensive Zambia Safari itinerary combines the excitement of traditional game drives with the intimate experience of guided walking safaris and peaceful boat excursions. Expert local guides will share their extensive knowledge of animal behavior, bird identification, and conservation efforts while ensuring your safety throughout the adventure. The tour offers a perfect blend of adrenaline-pumping wildlife encounters and serene moments of reflection in one of Africa's most pristine wilderness areas.
Tour highlights
Day 1: Arrival and pick up from Lusaka, transfer to Kafue National Park
Day 2: Proceed to morning walking safari, afternoon classic game drive
Day 3: Transfer to boat safari along Kafue River, evening game drive
Day 4: Continue with final game drive, departure back to Lusaka
Price Includes:
- Park fees
- All activities as mentioned in the itinerary
- Ground transport per 4WD custom safari vehicle
- Bottled water in the safari vehicle
- Full board accommodation as mentioned in the itinerary
- Service of an English-speaking driver-guide
- Driver allowances
- All mentioned activities except for the optional ones
Price Excludes:
- Zambia Visa
- International and Internal Flights
- Personal needs such as gratuities, beverages etc.
- Air tickets
- Optional Activities
- Laundry fees
- Tips
- Life insurance
- Other drinks apart from water
Itinary in details
- Day1Arrival and pick up from Lusaka, transfer to Kafue National Park
Your incredible Zambia Safari adventure begins with arrival and pick up from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport in Lusaka, where our experienced English-speaking driver-guide will warmly welcome you to the heart of Africa. The journey to Kafue National Park covers approximately 220 kilometers and takes about 3.5 hours through scenic Zambian countryside, passing through local villages and farmlands that showcase rural life. This Zambia Safari transfer offers glimpses of traditional Zambian culture as you travel westward toward one of Africa's most pristine wilderness areas. Upon arrival at your comfortable safari lodge within Kafue National Park, you'll check in and enjoy a delicious lunch while receiving a comprehensive briefing about your upcoming Zambia Safari activities and safety protocols.
- Day2Proceed to morning walking safari, afternoon classic game drive
Proceed to an exhilarating morning walking safari at dawn, where your Zambia Safari experience becomes truly intimate as you track wildlife on foot through the African bush with armed professional guides. This unique safari activity covers 3-4 kilometers over 2-3 hours, allowing you to observe smaller wildlife, learn about medicinal plants, and understand animal tracking techniques that have been passed down through generations. After a hearty brunch back at the lodge, your Zambia Safari continues with an afternoon classic game drive through Kafue's diverse ecosystems, searching for four of the Big Five including leopards, lions, elephants, and buffalos. The evening game drive extends until sunset, providing optimal wildlife viewing opportunities as animals become more active, making this Zambia Safari Day absolutely unforgettable.
- Day3Transfer to boat safari along Kafue River, evening game drive
Transfer to the banks of the magnificent Kafue River for a morning boat safari, where your Zambia Safari takes on a completely different perspective as you glide silently through pristine waters teeming with hippos and crocodiles. This 3-hour boat excursion covers approximately 15 kilometers of the river system, offering excellent opportunities to spot the rare sitatunga antelope, various water birds, and elephants coming to drink at the water's edge. Your Zambia Safari continues with lunch at a scenic riverside location before returning to the lodge for a brief rest during the heat of the day. The adventure resumes with an evening game drive focusing on predator sightings, as your guide expertly navigates the park's network of game tracks in search of the elusive cheetah and other nocturnal animals that make this Zambia Safari truly spectacular.
- Day4Continue with the final game drive, departure back to Lusaka
Continue with an early morning game drive as your final Zambia Safari activity, departing the lodge at sunrise for one last opportunity to spot any wildlife species you may have missed during previous days. This 3–4-hour morning safari focuses on areas where cheetahs are frequently sighted, providing you with the best chance to complete your African wildlife checklist before departure. After returning to the lodge for a hearty breakfast and packing, your Zambia Safari concludes with the journey back to Lusaka, covering the same 220-kilometer route that brought you to this incredible wilderness paradise. The return transfer takes approximately 3.5 hours with a lunch stop en route, arriving at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport or your Lusaka hotel by late afternoon, completing your unforgettable Zambia Safari adventure with memories to last a lifetime.