5 Days in Zambia and Best Okavango Trips
This 5 Days in Zambia and Best Okavango Trips combine the best of southern Africa's wildlife destinations, from the renowned walking safari capital of South Luangwa to the pristine waterways of Botswana's Okavango Delta. Your 5 Days in Zambia and Okavango Trips begin in the heart of the Luangwa Valley, where the birthplace of walking safaris offers intimate encounters with wildlife in their natural habitat. The journey continues seamlessly to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Okavango Delta, where traditional mokoro canoes glide through crystal-clear channels surrounded by papyrus and water lilies.
Your 5 Days in Zambia and Okavango Trips showcase two distinctly different ecosystems, each offering unique wildlife experiences and cultural encounters. From tracking leopards on foot through the mopane woodlands of "Nsefu" (meaning "place of the waterbuck") to navigating the seasonal floodplains of the Okavango known locally as "Okavango Swamps." The contrast between Zambia's dry savannah landscapes and Botswana's lush wetlands creates an unforgettable safari experience that highlights the incredible diversity of southern African wilderness.
These carefully crafted 5 Days in Zambia and Okavango Trips provide expert guides who share their deep knowledge of both terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems while ensuring your safety and comfort throughout the journey. The combination of classic game drives, guided walks, mokoro excursions, and cultural interactions creates a comprehensive safari experience that showcases the very best of what both countries have to offer
Tour highlights
Day 1: Pick Up from Lusaka and Transfer to South Luangwa National Park
Day 2: Continue with Walking Safari in South Luangwa Valley
Day 3: Proceed to Classic Game Drive in Luangwa Wilderness
Day 4: Transfer to Okavango Delta via Maun Airport
Day 5: Continue with Mokoro Excursion and Wildlife Viewing in Okavango
Price Includes:
- Park fees and conservation levies for South Luangwa and Okavango Delta
- All activities mentioned in the itinerary
- Ground transport in custom 4x4 safari vehicles
- Bottled water during game drives and transfers
- Full board accommodation at specified lodges
- Professional English-speaking driver-guides and mokoro polers
- Driver allowances and park fees
- Walking safaris, game drives, and mokoro excursions
- All mentioned activities (excluding optional experiences)
Price Excludes:
- Zambia and Botswana Visas (where applicable)
- International and internal flights
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Optional activities
- Laundry services
- Travel insurance
- Beverages beyond provided water
- Tips for staff and guides
Itinary in details
- Day1Pick Up from Lusaka and Transfer to South Luangwa National Park
Your 5 Days in Zambia and Okavango Trips begin with an early morning pickup from Lusaka, followed by a scenic 4-hour drive covering 350 kilometers to South Luangwa National Park through the rural heartland of eastern Zambia. These immersive 5 Days in Zambia and Okavango Trips commence with arrival at your lodge in the Mfuwe area, where you'll check in and enjoy lunch before embarking on your first afternoon game drive in the legendary Luangwa Valley known locally as "Nsefu." Your 5 Days in Zambia and Okavango Trips experience continues with wildlife viewing along the Luangwa River, where hippos, crocodiles, and various antelope species congregate, setting the stage for the incredible adventures ahead
- Day2Continue with Walking Safari in South Luangwa Valley
Dawn breaks on your 5 Days in Zambia and Okavango Trips with the sounds of the African bush as you prepare for South Luangwa's signature walking safari experience in the birthplace of this safari activity. These authentic 5 Days in Zambia and Okavango Trips continue with a guided 3-4 hour walking safari through the mopane woodlands and riverine forests, covering approximately 5-8 kilometers while tracking wildlife on foot with expert guides and armed scouts. Your 5 Days in Zambia and Okavango Trips adventure intensifies as you learn bushcraft skills, animal tracking techniques, and gain intimate knowledge of the smaller creatures and plants that make up this pristine ecosystem. The afternoon brings relaxation at your lodge followed by a night drive, offering opportunities to spot nocturnal animals like leopards, servals, and the elusive African wild cats.
- Day3Proceed to Classic Game Drive in Luangwa Wilderness
Your 5 Days in Zambia and Okavango Trips continue with a full day of classic game drives through different sectors of the 9,050 square kilometer South Luangwa National Park, known for its incredible concentrations of wildlife. These comprehensive 5 Days in Zambia and Okavango Trips feature morning and afternoon game drives covering the famous oxbow lagoons and seasonal pans where predators like lions and leopards frequently hunt. Your 5 Days in Zambia and Okavango Trips experience includes visits to the Mfuwe Lagoon area, approximately 20 kilometers from your lodge, where large herds of buffalo, elephant, and various antelope species gather during the dry season. The day concludes with sundowners overlooking the Luangwa River, where you'll reflect on the incredible wildlife encounters and prepare for tomorrow's journey to Botswana.
- Day4Transfer to Okavango Delta via Maun Airport
Today your 5 Days in Zambia and Okavango Trips transition from Zambia's terrestrial paradise to Botswana's aquatic wonderland with a morning transfer to Mfuwe Airport for the 2-hour flight to Maun, covering approximately 800 kilometers across southern Africa. These exciting 5 Days in Zambia and Okavango Trips continue with arrival in Maun, known as the "Gateway to the Okavango," where you'll be met by your local guide and transferred via light aircraft to your luxury camp in the heart of the Delta. Your 5 Days in Zambia and Okavango Trips experience begins immediately with a scenic 30-minute charter flight over the vast floodplains, offering aerial views of the intricate waterway system known locally as "Okavango Swamps." Upon arrival at your exclusive camp, you'll enjoy lunch and a briefing about the unique ecosystem before your first mokoro excursion through the pristine channels.
- Day5Continue with Mokoro Excursion and Wildlife Viewing in Okavango
The final day of your 5 Days in Zambia and Okavango Trips begins with a traditional mokoro excursion through the crystal-clear channels of the Okavango Delta, poled by expert local guides who share their intimate knowledge of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. These unforgettable 5 Days in Zambia and Okavango Trips continue with game viewing from the unique perspective of the waterways, where you'll spot hippos, crocodiles, and various bird species including the majestic African fish eagle and colorful bee-eaters. Your 5 Days in Zambia and Okavango Trips conclude with a walking safari on one of the Delta's seasonal islands, known locally as "mokoro," where you'll encounter wildlife adapted to this unique wetland environment before returning to camp for lunch and your afternoon departure back to Maun Airport.