Is it safe to travel to Africa?

Yes, Africa is a safe continent with 54 countries, and safety varies by region. When you are In larger cities, standard urban precautions apply: avoid displaying expensive jewelry, stay in well-lit areas at night, and use reputable transport services like Uber or official hotel transfers.

When is the best time to visit?

It depends on your goal: Wildlife Safaris: The dry season (May to October) is best for Southern and East Africa. Animals congregate around water holes, and the thinning vegetation makes them easier to spot. The Great Migration: Usually peaks in Kenya’s Masai Mara from July to October. Beach Holidays: For Cape Town, December to March is ideal. For East African islands like Zanzibar, June to October offers the best weather.

What is the "Big Five"?

The "Big Five" refers to the five most difficult animals to hunt on foot, now the most sought-after for photography: Lion, Leopard, Rhinoceros, Elephant, and Cape Buffalo.

Visa requirements vary significantly based on your citizenship and destination: On-Arrival/E-Visas: Many countries (like Kenya, Tanzania, and Rwanda) offer convenient e-visas or visas on arrival. Visa-Free: South Africa and Botswana offer visa-free entry to many Western nationalities for up to 90 days. Passport Tip: Most countries require your passport to be valid for 6 months beyond your departure date and have at least 2–3 blank pages.

Can I use credit cards?

In major cities and luxury lodges, Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted. However, for local markets, tipping, or rural areas, you will need local cash. US Dollars (printed after 2009) are also widely accepted as "emergency" currency in many East and Southern African countries.

Will I have internet access?

Wi-Fi will be provided by Safariwide Team, though it can be slow no connections due to some remote bush locations. For better connectivity, you can easily buy a local SIM card at the airport upon arrival for affordable data.

: 3 Countries in 1 trip: Genuine Safari Excursion – Best of Zambia (Victoria Falls), Zimbabwe (Hwange & Culture) and Botswana (Chobe)

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Trip Highlights

Wildlife safaris in 3 National Parks (Mosi-oa-Tunya, Chobe, Zambezi)
Experience Victoria Falls (Zambia & Zimbabwe sides)
Chobe game drive & boat cruise
Cultural & heritage tours
Wildlife viewing: The Big 5 animals

Meet and greet session:

Afternoon: The very first day of your arrival, in the afternoon around 5pm, your tour guide and driver will come through to your overstay place to give you a warm Welcome and share the itinerary with you and answer any questions you may have regarding the tour you are about to embark with them. After a fruitful discussion with them, we believe you are excited to meet your guides.

Thereafter, enjoy your rest from the long flight as you await your commencement of your trip and rest assured that you are in the safe hands: Good night Explorers and see you tomorrow.

Thank you once again for booking with SafariWide – we love you dearly.

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Day 1: Lusaka to Choma

- 06:30 am: The tour begins at StayEasy Lusaka Hotel, where participants meet the trip leader and receive a briefing on safety and country information. Travelers are advised to arrive early due to potential traffic congestion.
- 06:50 am: Meet and greet session (may occur the previous day).
- 07:30 am: Depart Lusaka for Choma, traveling via the T-2 Kafue Road and T-1 Livingstone highway.
- 09:50 am: Stop at Kafue River and the Kafue Bridge for a closer view of the river.

- Heritage stop: Visit the Munali Hills Pass National Monument, marking Dr. David Livingstone’s passage through the hills.
- 10:20 am: Continue to Mazabuka, passing through green farms, traditional villages, and schools.
- 11:30 am: Arrive in Mazabuka, known as "The Sweetest Town" due to its sugarcane industry.
- 11:40 am: Depart for Monze, passing sugar plantations.
- 13:20 pm: Arrive in Monze, an agricultural town.
- 13:30 pm - 15:00 pm: Visit the Samu Lya Moomba National Heritage site in Bweengwa area, a key location for Zambia’s independence struggles.
- 13:50 pm: Enjoy lunch at Indian Classic Food Restaurant or another local restaurant.
- 14:00 pm: Stop at Family Safari private animal sanctuary for a wildlife viewing experience.
- 14:30 pm: Depart for Choma, passing through small villages along the way.
- 18:00 pm: Arrive in Choma and check into accommodation.
- 19:00 pm: Dinner at a local restaurant.
- 21:30 pm: Retire for the night.

Note: Activity times and order may change depending on circumstances.
Day 2: Choma to Livingstone

- 06:10 am: Wake-up call and warm shower.
- 07:00 – 07:30 am: Hearty breakfast at the lodge.
- 08:30 am: Check-out from the lodge and load belongings into the tour vehicle.
- 08:40 am: Travel to Choma Museum to learn about the history of Zambia's Southern Province. Afterward, depart for Kalomo.
- 12:30 pm: Arrive in Kalomo, the first colonial capital of Northern Rhodesia (now Zambia). Historical highlights include:
o The former Colonial Administrator's Residence.
o The first Standard Chartered Bank of North-Western Rhodesia.

Historical Facts:
- Kalomo was the colonial capital of Northern Rhodesia (1907-1911).
- Livingstone is the tourist capital of Zambia, named after Dr. David Livingstone, and was the capital of Northern Rhodesia until 1935. The town's first traffic lights were installed in 2011.
- 15:30 pm: Proceed to Livingstone.
- 18:30 pm: Arrive in Livingstone, check-in at accommodation.
- 09:30 pm: Enjoy a sumptuous dinner.
- Nightlife: For those interested, transport arrangements will be made to explore the nightlife in Livingstone city at nightclubs (beverages at own cost).
- 11:00 pm: Retire for the night.

Note: The times and order of activities may change based on the day's situation.
Day 3: Chobe National Park Safari (Botswana)

- 06:45 am: Pick-up from your lodge in Livingstone and travel to the Kazungula Zambia/Botswana border (88 km).
Visa Info: You will need to apply for a visa to enter Botswana (and possibly Zimbabwe), depending on your nationality.
- 08:00 am: Arrive at Kazungula border for entry into Botswana. Present your passport and pay any necessary border fees.

- Chobe National Park Safari:
o After crossing the border, meet your Botswana guide and drive 22 km to Chobe National Park.
o Embark on a game drive in the park to see elephants, lions, leopards, wild dogs, and other wildlife.

- 12:30 pm: Enjoy a buffet lunch at Chobe Safari Lodge or another location nearby.
- 14:30 pm: Take an afternoon boat cruise on the Chobe River to view elephants, crocodiles, hippos, and birds.
- 16:00 pm: Finish the boat cruise and head back to the border station.
- 16:40 pm: Re-enter Zambia and return to Livingstone (88 km).
- 18:00 pm: Arrive at your lodge in Livingstone.
- 18:30 pm: Enjoy dinner at your lodge.
- 20:00 pm: Relax with drinks at a bar/restaurant in Livingstone.

Note: Activity times and order may change depending on circumstances
Day 4: Livingstone: Tour the mighty Victoria Falls and the Livingstone Museum.

- 07:00 AM – Enjoy breakfast.
- 07:20 AM – 09:30 AM – Explore the Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, witnessing its breathtaking beauty and misty rainbows.
- 12:00 PM – Return to Livingstone and visit the Livingstone Museum to learn about the region’s history and culture.
- 02:00 PM – Lunch break.
- 03:00 PM – Rest at the lodge.
- 04:00 PM – Visit Mukuni Village for a guided cultural tour.
- 06:00 PM – Enjoy dinner.
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Day 5: Game drive in the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park in Livingstone & Sunset cruise on the mighty Zambezi River.

08:30 AM – Enjoy a hearty breakfast before embarking on a game drive and Rhino walk safari in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park. Witness diverse wildlife, including elephants, buffalo, and the endangered white rhino, with excellent photography opportunities.

- 12:00 PM – Exit the park and visit the National Art Gallery, Zambia’s first national gallery showcasing local and international artwork.
- 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM – Lunch break.
- Afternoon – Relax on a scenic sunset cruise along the Zambezi River, spotting wildlife such as hippos, crocodiles, and elephants, while enjoying snacks and drinks onboard.
- Evening – Transfer back to the lodge for dinner at 7:30 PM, followed by a restful night.
Day 6: Day Trip - Game viewing in Zambezi National Park in Zimbabwe, situated at the door steps of Victoria Falls.

- 07:00 AM – Breakfast in Livingstone, Zambia.

- 07:30 AM – Cross the Victoria Falls Bridge on foot, learning about its historic construction.
- 09:00 AM – View Victoria Falls from the Zimbabwean side, experiencing its full grandeur with 16 viewpoints and lush rainforest.
- 12:30 PM – 02:00 PM – Lunch at Look Out Café (self-funded) or Malonga Village Restaurant (covered by the tour).
- 02:00 PM – 02:30 PM – Take a town tour drive in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.
- 03:00 PM – 06:00 PM – Game drive in Zambezi National Park, spotting elephants, buffalo, lions, and more.
- 06:00 PM – Return to Livingstone, Zambia.
- 08:30 PM – Dinner at the lodge.
Day 7: Free Day in Livingstone – Optional ActivitiesThis is an open day for personal exploration in Livingstone and the surrounding areas. You
- can choose from various adventure and water-based activities at your own cost.Suggested Activities:- Water & Adventure Activities on the Zambezi River:
  o Devil’s Pool or Angel’s Pool Experience (depending on water levels)
  o Bungee Jumping
  o Abseiling, Canoeing, Kayaking
  o Microlight or Ultralight Flights over Victoria Falls
  o Helicopter Flights over Victoria Falls
  o Fishing, Hiking, Horse Riding
  o Jet Boat Rides, Quad Biking, Rafting
  o Lion Walk, River Boarding, and River Cruises- Relaxation & Wellness:
  o Enjoy a sun-soaked day at Radisson Blu Hotel in Livingstone.
  o Indulge in spa and wellness treatments.Meals will be arranged based on your planned activities. Advance booking is required for
  selected activities.Note: Activity timings may be adjusted based on availability and conditions.
- Day 8: Departure
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- 06:30 am: The tour begins at StayEasy Lusaka Hotel, where participants meet the trip leader and receive a briefing on safety and country information. Travelers are advised to arrive early due to potential traffic congestion.
- 06:50 am: Meet and greet session (may occur the previous day).
- 07:30 am: Depart Lusaka for Choma, traveling via the T-2 Kafue Road and T-1 Livingstone highway.
- 09:50 am: Stop at Kafue River and the Kafue Bridge for a closer view of the river.

- Heritage stop: Visit the Munali Hills Pass National Monument, marking Dr. David Livingstone’s passage through the hills.
- 10:20 am: Continue to Mazabuka, passing through green farms, traditional villages, and schools.
- 11:30 am: Arrive in Mazabuka, known as "The Sweetest Town" due to its sugarcane industry.
- 11:40 am: Depart for Monze, passing sugar plantations.
- 13:20 pm: Arrive in Monze, an agricultural town.
- 13:30 pm - 15:00 pm: Visit the Samu Lya Moomba National Heritage site in Bweengwa area, a key location for Zambia’s independence struggles.
- 13:50 pm: Enjoy lunch at Indian Classic Food Restaurant or another local restaurant.
- 14:00 pm: Stop at Family Safari private animal sanctuary for a wildlife viewing experience.
- 14:30 pm: Depart for Choma, passing through small villages along the way.
- 18:00 pm: Arrive in Choma and check into accommodation.
- 19:00 pm: Dinner at a local restaurant.
- 21:30 pm: Retire for the night.

Note: Activity times and order may change depending on circumstances.
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- 06:30 am: The tour begins at StayEasy Lusaka Hotel, where participants meet the trip leader and receive a briefing on safety and country information. Travelers are advised to arrive early due to potential traffic congestion.
- 06:50 am: Meet and greet session (may occur the previous day).
- 07:30 am: Depart Lusaka for Choma, traveling via the T-2 Kafue Road and T-1 Livingstone highway.
- 09:50 am: Stop at Kafue River and the Kafue Bridge for a closer view of the river.

- Heritage stop: Visit the Munali Hills Pass National Monument, marking Dr. David Livingstone’s passage through the hills.
- 10:20 am: Continue to Mazabuka, passing through green farms, traditional villages, and schools.
- 11:30 am: Arrive in Mazabuka, known as "The Sweetest Town" due to its sugarcane industry.
- 11:40 am: Depart for Monze, passing sugar plantations.
- 13:20 pm: Arrive in Monze, an agricultural town.
- 13:30 pm - 15:00 pm: Visit the Samu Lya Moomba National Heritage site in Bweengwa area, a key location for Zambia’s independence struggles.
- 13:50 pm: Enjoy lunch at Indian Classic Food Restaurant or another local restaurant.
- 14:00 pm: Stop at Family Safari private animal sanctuary for a wildlife viewing experience.
- 14:30 pm: Depart for Choma, passing through small villages along the way.
- 18:00 pm: Arrive in Choma and check into accommodation.
- 19:00 pm: Dinner at a local restaurant.
- 21:30 pm: Retire for the night.

Note: Activity times and order may change depending on circumstances.
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- 06:30 am: The tour begins at StayEasy Lusaka Hotel, where participants meet the trip leader and receive a briefing on safety and country information. Travelers are advised to arrive early due to potential traffic congestion.
- 06:50 am: Meet and greet session (may occur the previous day).
- 07:30 am: Depart Lusaka for Choma, traveling via the T-2 Kafue Road and T-1 Livingstone highway.
- 09:50 am: Stop at Kafue River and the Kafue Bridge for a closer view of the river.

- Heritage stop: Visit the Munali Hills Pass National Monument, marking Dr. David Livingstone’s passage through the hills.
- 10:20 am: Continue to Mazabuka, passing through green farms, traditional villages, and schools.
- 11:30 am: Arrive in Mazabuka, known as "The Sweetest Town" due to its sugarcane industry.
- 11:40 am: Depart for Monze, passing sugar plantations.
- 13:20 pm: Arrive in Monze, an agricultural town.
- 13:30 pm - 15:00 pm: Visit the Samu Lya Moomba National Heritage site in Bweengwa area, a key location for Zambia’s independence struggles.
- 13:50 pm: Enjoy lunch at Indian Classic Food Restaurant or another local restaurant.
- 14:00 pm: Stop at Family Safari private animal sanctuary for a wildlife viewing experience.
- 14:30 pm: Depart for Choma, passing through small villages along the way.
- 18:00 pm: Arrive in Choma and check into accommodation.
- 19:00 pm: Dinner at a local restaurant.
- 21:30 pm: Retire for the night.

Note: Activity times and order may change depending on circumstances.

Trip Infos

Accomodation Single Accommodation
Transportation 4X4 Vehicle
Language Guided Trip in English
Age Requirements N/A

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FAQ's Expand all

Is it safe to travel to Africa?
Yes, Africa is a safe continent with 54 countries, and safety varies by region. When you are In larger cities, standard urban precautions apply: avoid displaying expensive jewelry, stay in well-lit areas at night, and use reputable transport services like Uber or official hotel transfers.
When is the best time to visit?
It depends on your goal: Wildlife Safaris: The dry season (May to October) is best for Southern and East Africa. Animals congregate around water holes, and the thinning vegetation makes them easier to spot. The Great Migration: Usually peaks in Kenya’s Masai Mara from July to October. Beach Holidays: For Cape Town, December to March is ideal. For East African islands like Zanzibar, June to October offers the best weather.
What is the "Big Five"?
The "Big Five" refers to the five most difficult animals to hunt on foot, now the most sought-after for photography: Lion, Leopard, Rhinoceros, Elephant, and Cape Buffalo.
Do I need a visa?
Visa requirements vary significantly based on your citizenship and destination: On-Arrival/E-Visas: Many countries (like Kenya, Tanzania, and Rwanda) offer convenient e-visas or visas on arrival. Visa-Free: South Africa and Botswana offer visa-free entry to many Western nationalities for up to 90 days. Passport Tip: Most countries require your passport to be valid for 6 months beyond your departure date and have at least 2–3 blank pages.
Can I use credit cards?
In major cities and luxury lodges, Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted. However, for local markets, tipping, or rural areas, you will need local cash. US Dollars (printed after 2009) are also widely accepted as "emergency" currency in many East and Southern African countries.
Will I have internet access?
Wi-Fi will be provided by Safariwide Team, though it can be slow no connections due to some remote bush locations. For better connectivity, you can easily buy a local SIM card at the airport upon arrival for affordable data.