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7-Day Zambia Loop: Lusaka, Lower Zambezi, South Luangwa & Victoria Falls

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Day 1: Lusaka city

Lusaka, Zambia on August 16, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Mint Café

Popular downtown spot with coffee and light Zambian breakfasts — a good spot to plan the day and buy bottled water for travel.
ZMW80, 1h0m

9:00am

Lusaka National Museum

National history and ethnography museum that explains Zambia’s past and culture; visit for context before heading into the bush (open 9:00am–4:00pm).
ZMW30, 1h30m

11:30am

Lunch at The Royal Dil (Lusaka)

Well-reviewed Indian restaurant near the city centre offering hearty meals and reliable service — good fuel before a long drive or flight.
ZMW150, 1h0m

2:00pm

Kabwata Cultural Village & craft market

Meet local artisans, buy crafts and see demonstrations; open roughly 9:00am–5:00pm and great for souvenirs.
ZMW50, 1h30m

5:30pm

Dinner at Roma Revolving Restaurant

Iconic spot with panoramic views of Lusaka; good place to relax and sample grilled meats and local dishes (opens around 5:30pm).
ZMW200, 1h30m

Day 2: Lower Zambezi

Lower Zambezi National Park area (Chongwe/Jeki), Zambia on August 17, 2025

6:30am

Drive or transfer to Lower Zambezi (depart Lusaka)

Scenic 2.5–3.5 hour drive east from Lusaka to lodge areas (or short charter flight); plan to arrive early for afternoon activities.
ZMW0, 3h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at lodge

Simple midday meal at your lodge; most camp menus are freshly prepared and suited to safari schedules.
ZMW180, 1h0m

4:00pm

Zambezi sunset boat cruise

Relaxing river cruise to see hippos, elephants at the river edge and birdlife; cruises generally run 4:00pm–6:00pm and finish at sunset.
ZMW220, 2h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at lodge

Camp or lodge dinner often served family-style or on the riverbank — excellent for swapping wildlife stories with guides.
ZMW250, 1h30m

Day 3: Lower Zambezi

Lower Zambezi National Park area, Zambia on August 18, 2025

6:30am

Morning canoe safari

Guided canoeing on the Zambezi is a signature experience — silent approach to birdlife and hippo pools (typically starts ~6:30am); check lodge schedule.
ZMW260, 2h30m

10:30am

Relax and lunch at lodge

Down-time for a nap or pool; lunch usually available between 12:00pm–2:00pm depending on lodge.
ZMW180, 2h0m

3:30pm

Guided bush walk or game drive

Afternoon/early-evening walking safari or vehicle game drive to see tracks, smaller mammals and larger game at waterholes (starts ~3:30pm).
ZMW300, 3h0m

7:30pm

Bush dinner under the stars

Special dining experience often offered by lodges — great for stargazing and night sounds of the bush.
ZMW320, 1h30m

Day 4: Travel day

Transfer to South Luangwa (Mfuwe), Zambia on August 19, 2025

6:00am

Early transfer back to Lusaka / charter to Mfuwe

Depending on your booking: drive back to Lusaka for a scheduled flight to Mfuwe (Mfuwe is the airport for South Luangwa) or take a charter; expect most commercial flights mid-morning to early afternoon.
ZMW0, 5h0m

1:30pm

Arrive Mfuwe and lunch at camp

Check into your safari camp near South Luangwa National Park and have a light lunch before an afternoon activity.
ZMW200, 1h0m

4:30pm

Evening sundowner game drive

First game drive in South Luangwa — prime time for predators returning from the day’s heat; drives often run 4:30pm–7:30pm.
ZMW350, 3h0m

8:00pm

Dinner at camp

Enjoy a lodge dinner and an early night after a long travel day; camps often include meal and guide briefings for next-day safaris.
ZMW300, 1h0m

Day 5: South Luangwa safari

South Luangwa National Park, Zambia on August 20, 2025

6:00am

Morning game drive

Early-morning drive (typically 6:00am–9:30am) when predators and big cats are most active; excellent for photography and close sightings.
ZMW400, 3h30m

10:30am

Brunch and rest at camp

Midday rest — camps offer brunch and optional naps or pool time before the afternoon activities.
ZMW0, 2h0m

3:30pm

Afternoon game drive and walking safari

Afternoon drive with an optional guided walk to see smaller wildlife, birds, and learn tracking skills (drives usually 3:30pm–6:30pm).
ZMW420, 3h0m

8:00pm

Nightcap and dinner

Campfire stories and dinner; some camps offer night drives (permit-dependent) that start after dark for nocturnal species (confirm with your lodge).
ZMW300, 1h0m

Day 6: Travel to Livingstone

Mfuwe to Livingstone (Victoria Falls), Zambia on August 21, 2025

6:00am

Short morning game drive

Optional early drive (6:00am–8:30am) for one last chance at sightings before departure; confirm timing with lodge to ensure airport transfer.
ZMW350, 2h30m

10:30am

Transfer to Mfuwe airport and fly to Livingstone (via Lusaka if needed)

Commercial flights often route via Lusaka; allow most of the day for connections — arrive in Livingstone late afternoon or evening.
ZMW900, 6h0m

7:30pm

Dinner in Livingstone town

Try The Royal Livingstone or a riverfront restaurant for Zambezi views and regional dishes; relax after travel.
ZMW220, 1h30m

Day 7: Victoria Falls

Livingstone (Victoria Falls), Zambia on August 22, 2025

7:30am

Visit Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park & Victoria Falls (Zambian side)

Walk the viewpoints beside the Falls to feel spray and see different perspectives; park hours are typically 6:00am–6:00pm so morning is best for good light and fewer crowds.
ZMW160, 2h30m

10:30am

Livingstone Island / Devil’s Pool tour (seasonal)

If running and water levels allow (commonly seasonal; often Aug–Jan), this guided morning tour visits the island and the famous Devil’s Pool at the lip of the Falls — book in advance.
ZMW1200, 2h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at The Lookout Café or waterfront

Casual lunch overlooking the Zambezi — good spot to rest and enjoy river views before afternoon activities.
ZMW220, 1h0m

4:00pm

Sunset cruise on the Zambezi

Late-afternoon boat cruise upstream for wildlife and a spectacular sunset; cruises commonly depart around 4:00pm–5:00pm and return by dusk.
ZMW300, 2h0m

7:30pm

Dinner and depart/overnight

Enjoy a final dinner in Livingstone; if departing the next day, confirm airport transfer times with your hotel (Livingstone airport has flights to Lusaka and regional hubs).
ZMW250, 1h30m
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