Duration: 7 Nights
When: Year Round
Snapshot: A great family itinerary covering two vastly different wildlife areas both offering a variety of activities including walking, boating, fishing and canoeing. Working brilliantly for families with slightly older children who can take part in all the activities, this itinerary includes a completely private house and a family house within a great safari property.
Itinerary
Day 1 – South Luangwa
Arrive at Lusaka airport this morning where you will connect with your onward flight to Mfuwe for the South Luangwa. You will be met and driven through the local communities until you reach Robins House where you will stay in this fantastic two bedroom house for the following 3 nights. Robins House is located just outside the national park but with your own guide and vehicle you can choose your schedule and get away from the crowds while being based in the most wildlife dense area of the South Luangwa.
Day 2 and 3 – South Luangwa
The South Luangwa is known for its fantastic guiding and there is not much better way to enjoy a family holiday than in a private safari house where you have complete freedom and flexibility to set your own safari. This is an amazing opportunity not available in many places and the charming Robins House is a great option for small families.
Day 4 – Lower Zambezi
Today you will be transferred back to the airstrip where you will fly to Lusaka and on to the Lower Zambezi. Here you will be met by you guide who will transfer you to Sausage Tree Camp for the next 4 nights in their Kigelia House a wonderful private two bedroom unit.
Day 5 and 6 – Lower Zambezi
The Lower Zambezi is a great place for families with slightly older kids because of the range of activities available to keep everyone entertained and interested. Not only is it an incredible safari destination but it is also possible to include canoeing and walking safaris as well as fishing on the Zambezi for tiger fish. This safari will offer your family a truly unforgettable experience and create memories that you will share for years to come.
Day 7
Today you will transferred back to Royal Airstrip for your proflight Zambia flight to Lusaka and your onward arrangements. Look at the extension options below to add some relaxation or something different to the end of this itinerary.
Details
3 nights Robins House (family house, fully inclusive, private guide & catering, excludes premium drinks)
4 nights Sausage Tree Camp (Kigelia House, fully inclusive, private guide & catering, excludes premium drinks)
Pricing: £25,220 per family of 4 travelling in mid season
All pricing is given as a guideline, as all our itineraries are tailor made actual costs will depend on dates, passengers and exchange rates as well as any alterations to the itinerary.
Inclusions: Internal flights and transfers, full board accommodation, house wines, beers and spirits.
Exclusions: International flights
POSSIBLE EXTENSIONS
- Lake Malawi “beach” extension – There are a few options of places to stay but by far the best is the idyllic Kaya Mawa on Likoma Island.
- Victoria Falls – If you fancy winding down for a couple of days after safari then this is a good option, as a bonus you get to see one of the seven wonders of the world!
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