South Luangwa Luxury Safari Experience

5 Days

Zambia

Luxury

Enjoy a luxury safari experience in untouched wilderness set along the iconic Luangwa River. Chikunto Safari Lodge is located within the South Luangwa National Park less than an hour’s drive from the National Park’s Mfuwe gate.

Flanked by rolling plains, plateaus, riverbanks and miombo vegetation our lodge is in an area of distinctive natural beauty. Experts have dubbed South Luangwa one of the greatest wildlife sanctuaries in the world. The concentration of games around the Luangwa River and its oxbow lagoons is among the most productive in Africa.

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Inclusions

Accommodation
All meals and snacks (breakfast, lunch, afternoon cake, 3-course dinner)
All soft drinks, water, wine, beers & Spirits – excluding premium brands
Two game viewing activities per day (game drives (dry season) – 4 to maximum 6 Pax per vehicle, boat cruises – subject to water levels (Emerald season: Mid-February – end April) and Pre-Booked Walking Safari
Transfer from and to Mfuwe airport
Laundry , Value Added Tax & Service charge
Cultural/village tour – on request (trips take place instead of a game drive)
Visit local market and Tribal Textiles – on request (trips take place instead of a game drive)
National Park Fees , bed levy and tourism levy.

The Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival /Flight to Mfuwe in South Luangwa NP

When you land at Lusaka Intl airport our representative will welcome you and assist you check in onto your local flight to Mfuwe Airport.

On your arrival at Mfuwe airport you will be met by your guide and transferred to Chikunto for 4 nights on fully inclusive stay, depending on your arrival time , you will be able to enjoy your first afternoon game drive.

Days 2-4

Explore South Luangwa National Park

You will have three full days to explore South Luangwa National Park with some of the most breathtaking and untouched wilderness in Africa and a world-renowned wildlife haven. This Park is also renowned for its walking safari, which allows visitors to view elephant, hippo and even lion close-up under the supervision of professional and knowledgeable armed guides.

You will have two daily Safari activities , one in the morning and the other in the afternoon or evening . The Safari activities includes game drives and bush walks – game drives are conducted by professional and experience Safari guides.

Day 5

Departure

Today you will have breakfast and possibly your last shared morning activity (if time allows) and you will be transferred back to Mfuwe Airport for your departing flight and in Lusaka our team will be available to assist you with the onward flight arrangements.

Where You'll Be Staying

Chikunto Safari Lodge

South Luangwa National Park

At Chikunto Safaris we are passionate about operating sustainably, minimising our ecological footprint and delivering a truly memorable experience for every one of our Guests. Our planet is precious and the resources it provides are finite, which is why we choose to operate by solar power; recycle and minimise our water usage; reduce and recycle waste; use eco-friendly cleaning products and avoid the use of chlorine in our magnificent salt-water counter-current Swimming Pool. We are closely entwined with our local…

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What's not included

International & Regional Flights - Premium brand drinks - Visas & Travel insurance - Any Increase in government tax and park fees - Supplement for Deluxe Suite with Stargazing & Sleepout Platform (subject to availability, usually June – October) - Accommodation Single supplement 30% - Tips and gratuities

Why Choose Absolute Zambia Safaris?

Absolute Zambia Safaris is a specialist in bespoke and private safaris in Zambia. Through our large safari operators, we proudly assist our guests in designing custom-made safaris.

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Dillon P

01/01/2025

Epic experience Truly a once in a lifetime experience! We always felt safe and well looked after on the trip, the scenery was excellent and the value for money was off the charts. Definitely a trip we would want to do again.

howard0928

10/11/2024

Excellent operator! Absolute Zambia was fantastic. Every connection ran smoothly, a representative was in hand whenever necessary. Booked us in fantastic lodges with great accommodations and even better food Highly recommended

Sorel

19/10/2024

Well organized, amazing safari Robert helped us plan every detail of our first safari/trip to Africa. He was incredibly responsive via email, and allowed us to explore a variety of options. We visited the city of Lusaka, 2 game parks, Victoria Falls, Johannesburg, and a Mozambique beach resort. Every step of the way went smoothly.I especially recommend South Luangwa and Lower Zambezi game parks for safari. We saw a wide range of game and our guides were knowledgeable. It was overall an amazing experience.

Laurent - societyofexploration

18/09/2024

100% recommendation for your Zambia travels Robert arranged a two weeks photography tour for us, combining Wildlige and culture (Likumby Lya Mize and Nyau mask dances) and we enjoyed it a lot. He was extremely responsive to answer all our questions before the tour and arranged many extras that are, for photographers, of the utmost importance - private safari vehicles, full day game drives, efficient planning - making sure we didn‘t miss a thing! Also the recommended lodges were faultless. A special thanks to our driver, Kamara, who, with his professionalism and positive attitude, helped to overcome every small difficulty that we met during our overland travel days. The budget we gave was also respected and we got good value for our money. I give a 100% recommendation to this reputable Zambian owned company.

marys

25/08/2024

AMAZING EXPERIENCE Robert Zgosi was amazing! Everything on our trip was perfectly planned and executed. I couldn't have asked for a better experience! I have recommended this company to friends and would definitely use them again!

Diamond1924

07/07/2024

Absolutely Great Tour AZS organised a perfect customised tour for us, combining Victoria Falls and South Luangwa nature reserve. Everything went really smoothly from stepping off the plane at Livingstone, crossing the Zimbabwean border, internal Zambian flights, and selecting terrific Lodges. We were pleasantly surprised to be welcomed at Lusaka Airport as we connected to our flight to Mfuwe. Would thoroughly recommend - AZS were brilliant at rearranging everything when we had to delay our trip as well. Really good.

Anna L

14/05/2024

Perfect holiday in Zambia Robert designed a perfect trip for our family. He chose local owned lodges that met our budget. He was always available to make sure we were okay or to give us advice. I highly recommend Absolute Zambia Safari!

Howard K K WONG

13/05/2024

The most professional and trustworthy agent for safaris in Africa We have just returned from a wonderful 9 days’ trip in Zimbabwe which was recommended and well organized by Robert from Absolute Zambia Safaris. According to our budget and wishing list, Robert organized us to stay at two wonderful lodges each close to two different National Parks in Zimbabwe and last stop by Victoria Falls. I was lucky to have entrusted Robert to organize my first experience of safari at his own country ( 5 days’ Luangwa trip) in 2019. Same as before, we did not have to think about anything on this trip but enjoying every moment on our safaris, especially the sightings of white rhinos which we mostly interested in. All the arrangements were seamless with only one hiccup, it was not the fault of Robert or his team but the “Imvelo” whose tram services could not be resumed on the date as they had hoped. What a pity that we could not celebrate our special event on that tram as planned. Robert be given credit once again in this regard, he promptly negotiated with Imvelo who eventually compensated us a charter flight to Victoria Fall with no extra charge and had out luggage forwarded by road to our hotel on the same day. All the way through our return to the airport for our flight back home, definitely exceeded our expectations. Robert of Absolute Zambia Safaris was truly amazing and I wholeheartedly recommend him to those planning a trip in South Africa.

Gary V

19/12/2023

Another perfect holiday We were a party of eight, most of us on a return trip (last one in 2020 - also with Absolute Zambia Safaris) under the expert guidance of Robert. It was again a holiday without a single complaint. Pickups were reliable and punctual, the David Livingstone resort is perfectly located on the banks of the Zambezi with comfortable beds, sumptuous food, an infinity pool, and an unlimited supply of food and drinks on the silent but spacious sunset cruise. Robert (from Absolute Zambia Safaris) dealt with all our changes, additions, amendments, and cancellations with endless patience and understanding. It was a perfect holiday, we will be back. Thank you Absolute Zambia Safaris.

Lisa A

24/11/2023

Amazing five-day trip Absolute Safari organised an amazing five-day trip for us which included 2 nights in Mwanfushi safari lodge and 2 nights by Victoria falls. Everything worked out perfectly and Robert was quick on the email, answering and organising according to our wishes. Our driver Brian was excellent and always on time and the price very reasonable. Can highly recommend.

South Luangwa Luxury Safari Experience

Inclusions

The Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival /Flight to Mfuwe in South Luangwa NP