The Zambia Explorer
- Zambia | Africa
- 2028 Departures
Zambia is home to some of Africa's most pristine and predator-rich wilderness, with a landscape ranging from the meandering Luangwa River to the rugged escarpments of the Zambezi and the vast seasonal floodplains of Busanga. Located in southern Africa, this untamed and spacious country offers game viewing that is both intimate and world-renowned.
700+
Species of birds
1,200+
Lions
237+
Diversity of mammals
Zambia is a landlocked country often called the “Real Africa” for its untouched wilderness. It encompasses a stunning mosaic of habitats: the meandering river valleys of South Luangwa, the rugged waterways of the Lower Zambezi, and the vast floodplains of Busanga Plains in Kafue National Park.
During the dry season (May to October), animals gather around shrinking rivers and waterholes, offering spectacular game viewing. June is especially exceptional for photography, with sparse vegetation, golden morning light, and predators on the move. Guests can expect Africa’s highest density of leopard in South Luangwa, lion prides on termite mounds in Busanga, and wild dog sightings along the Luangwa River, all set against a backdrop of over 700 bird species.
As a result, Zambia remains a premier safari destination, hosting an incredible density and diversity of wildlife found almost nowhere else on Earth.
Home of the Predators
Zambia’s great carnivores, superbly adapted to its river valleys and open floodplains. Guests can expect extraordinary encounters with these apex hunters in South Luangwa and the Busanga Plains, where leopard thrives in densities found almost nowhere else on Earth, lion prides lounge on termite mounds, and painted wolf packs hunt with remarkable speed and cooperation.
For photographers, this means unparalleled opportunities. The elusive leopard offers dramatic subjects against ebony groves and riverine forests. The lion prides provide extended viewing on open floodplains with golden light and clean backgrounds. The wild dog delivers action-packed sequences of coordination and chase. Their intelligence, camouflage, and stamina make for compelling images in a challenging yet rewarding environment, meaning few places on the continent offer a more profound wildlife photography experience.
Plains Game, Mammals & Birds
Africa's Untamed Heart
- Transfer departs Lusaka Airport and Transfer arrives at Latitude 15
- Check In at Latitude 15 Degrees
Room Type: Guest Room x 6
Basis of Stay: Breakfast Included
- Check Out from Latitude 15 Degrees
- Transfer departs Latitude 15 Hotel and Transfer arrives at Lusaka Airport
- Flight departs Lusaka Airport and Flight arrives at Mfuwe Airstrip
- Transfer departs Mfuwe Airstrip and Transfer arrives at Shawa Camp
- Check In at Shawa Luangwa Camp
Room Type: Luxury Couples Tent x 4, Premium Tent x 2, Pilot Tent x 1
Basis of Stay: Fully Inclusive
- Morning and Evening Game Drives in South Luangwa Park
- Check Out from Shawa Luangwa Camp
- Transfer departs from Shawa Camp and Transfer at arrives Mfuwe Airstrip
- Flight departs from Mfuwe Airstrip and Flight arrives at Royal Airstrip
- Transfer departs Royal from Airstrip and Transfer arrives at Potato Bush Camp
- Check In at Potato Bush Camp
Room Type: Luxury Safari Tent x 3, Family House x 1, Pilot Tent x 1
Basis of Stay: Fully Inclusive
- Morning & Evening Drive in Lower Zambezi
- Check Out from Potato Bush Camp
- Flight departs Royal Airstrip and Flight arrives at Busanga Plains Airstrip
- Transfer departs Busanga Plains Airstrip and Transfer arrives at Chisa Busanga Camp
- Check In at Chisa Busanga CampRoom Type: Nest x 5, Pilot Tent x 1Basis of Stay: Fully Inclusive
- Morning & Evening Game Drives in the Busanga Plains , North Kafue National Park
- Check Out from Chisa Busanga Camp
- Transfer departs Busanga Plains Airstrip and Transfer arrives at Lusaka Airport
- Flight departs Royal Airstrip and Flight arrives at Lusaka Airport
Inclusions - Group 1
- 1 night at Latitude 15 | Bed & Breakfast
- 4 nights at Shawa Camp | Accommodation, All meals, All non-premium drinks, Selected Activities, Laundry, Park fees, bed levies, angling fees, CLZ conservation fees
- 4 nights at Potato Bush Camp | Accommodation, All meals, All non-premium drinks, Selected Activities, Laundry, Park fees, bed levies, angling fees, CLZ conservation fees
- 4 nights at Chisa Busanga Camp | Accommodation, All meals, All non-premium drinks, Selected Activities, Laundry, Park fees, bed levies, angling fees, CLZ conservation fees
- Meet & Greet on arrival at the airport
- Road Transfer to and from the Airport
- Safari Charter Flights
- 25 kg per person. Please note that the standard allowance is 15 kg, but we have secured an additional 10 kg per person for the group.
- A total of 3 vehicles will be used per tour group. Accordingly, each guest can enjoy their own row of seats for added comfort and privacy.
Exclusions
- Premium Drinks
- Travel insurance (we strongly recommend taking this out)
- Incidentals
- International flights
- Tips, gratuities
- Any additional Victoria Falls based sighting and activities
- International flights, comprehensive insurance, visas and anything not mentioned in the inclusions.
Payment Terms
- 25% Non Refundable deposit to secure the trip.
- 75% Balance to be paid 120 days prior to date of arrival.
- 100% payment due if the start date of the tour is within or less than 120 days of booking
A photo odyssey with Sara Jenner
For as long as Sara could remember she has had a passion for travel and searching for the wildest and most remote places on earth. Back in the UK when she was only 10, she remembers trading in her favourite pink bicycle for the money to start her travel fund. Every birthday and Christmas she added a little more in the kitty and finally, at 18 she realised her dream of diving at the Great Barrier Reef!
Ever since Sara has been travelling the globe in search of wild and remote places and has spent many months volunteering on wildlife conservation projects in a bid to help endangered species. Sara’s love of wildlife and the great outdoors has taken her to all seven continents. Over the past decade she has travelled extensively in the polar regions working as an Expedition Leader on small vessels in the High Arctic, Antarctica, and Sub Antarctic Islands.
Sara’s love for the wild extends beyond icy landscapes. As a photographic guide in the heart of Botswana, the enchanting realms of East Africa, and the mystical landscapes of India, she truly leads a life of two wondrous halves. With each click of her camera, Sara weaves captivating tales of nature and its untamed inhabitants, crafting exquisite snapshots of life’s most precious moments.
Step into Sara’s world and let her lens transport you to the untamed, where the beauty of wildlife dances in every frame.
SARA JENNER,
Trip Leader
Group 1
$13,000 USD
Per Person
Group 2
$13,000 USD
Per Person
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