South Luangwa Photo: Time + Tide 
zambia
The walking safari was born in Zambia’s South Luangwa, and it’s still one of the best places to explore on foot. Guides here are some of the most experienced in Africa, and the camps are small and owner-run.
The Lower Zambezi offers canoe safaris past elephants and hippos, the Kafue is huge and little visited, and Liuwa Plain has Africa’s second-largest wildebeest migration in November.
In the south, Livingstone gives you the Zambian side of Victoria Falls, including Devil’s Pool on the edge of the falls when the water is low.
where to go
Leopards, walking safaris and some of the best guiding in Africa.
Canoeing, fishing and boating on the Zambezi, with elephants on the banks.
Huge and wild, with the Busanga Plains in the north.
The Zambian side of the falls, with Devil's Pool and river lodges.
Remote grassland with wildebeest, hyena and very few visitors.
Walking-only wilderness with black rhino.
when to go
Most bush camps open from May to November, with some staying open for the green season.
June to October
Classic safari and walking season, with wildlife around the rivers. October is very hot.
November to April
Rain, lush landscapes and birdlife. Boat safaris in South Luangwa from February to March.
March to May, and August to January
The falls are at their fullest in March to May. Devil's Pool opens when the water is low, usually from August.
where to stay
South Luangwa Photo: Time + Tide 
Lower Zambezi Photo: Chiawa Safaris 
Kafue Photo: Wilderness A small camp on the Busanga Plains, open in the dry season.
Ask us about this hotel
Livingstone Photo: Tongabezi A riverside lodge above the falls, with a private island for dinner.
Ask us about this hotel
Zambezi Photo: Royal Chundu Looking for something different? We know many more hotels and villas in Zambia, and we'll happily suggest the right one for you.
experiences
Walk between bush camps with an armed scout and specialist guide.
Paddle past elephants and hippos on the river.
Swim on the edge of Victoria Falls when the water is low.
Look for leopards, genets and porcupines by spotlight.
Wildebeest, hyena and big skies in one of Africa's most remote parks.
A bird's-eye view of Victoria Falls and the gorges.
June to October for classic safari. November to April is the green season, when some camps close and others offer boat safaris.
Yes, with experienced guides and armed scouts. Zambia has some of the best walking guides in Africa.
Usually from mid-August to December or January, when the water is low. We’ll confirm when you book.
Zambia is a malaria area. Please speak to your GP or a travel clinic, and check the TravelHealthPro website for the latest advice.
Malawi, Botswana or Zimbabwe, with Victoria Falls as the link.
pair it with
The Okavango Delta and the Kalahari. Small, exclusive camps and some of the best guiding in Africa.
Explore
The Maasai Mara, Laikipia's private conservancies and the Indian Ocean coast. Classic safari country.
Explore
Lake Malawi's clear water and islands, easily paired with a safari in neighbouring Zambia.
Exploreget in touch
Tell us when you'd like to travel and we'll suggest the camps and guides that suit you.
Start a conversationDiscreet. Personal. No obligation.
ATOL protected
Travel advice: The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office has up-to-date advice on health and safety across the globe, as well as local laws, and passport and visa information. Please check travelaware.campaign.gov.uk and follow @FCDOtravelGovUK and Facebook.com/FCDOtravel regularly for updates ahead of travel, as the advice can change.
