Upon arrival at Cape Town International Airport, you will be greeted by a driver for a private transfer to a stylish guest house situated in the fashionable Gardens neighbourhood. Alongside its comfortable and elegant ambiance, Welgelegen House boasts a prime location near tourist highlights. You will spend three nights here with ample opportunity to explore all the surroundings have to offer.

Allocate an afternoon to visit the fabulous V&A Waterfront and leisurely stroll through the shopping district or explore the renowned Zeitz Museum of Contemporary African Art to marvel at its original collection. An early evening could be spent chartering a boat for a romantic sunset cruise, followed by an evening of refined dining and lively bar-hopping along Kloof Street.

On a clear day, take a hike up the iconic Table Mountain for breathtaking views of Robben Island, the City Bowl, Atlantic Ocean, and beyond. A cable car trip will also provide a scenic mountain experience. Delight in conviviality at a selection of restaurants and bars nestled at the summit of Table Mountain. Follow this with a refreshing dip at any of the numerous sandy white beaches Cape Town offers, from Camps Bay to Clifton.

After enjoying a delicious continental breakfast, a private transfer to Cape Town International Airport will escort you to your next flight to Lusaka, where a light aircraft will transport you to Mfuwe Airport. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by a guide and driven to your lodge for the next two nights of bliss.

Mfuwe Lodge offers an award-winning safari experience located in the game-rich region of South Luangwa National Park, where you’ll encounter hippos, buffalo, elephants, and some of Africa’s major predators such as lions and leopards. Luxuriously spacious open-plan chalet accommodations provide a private viewing deck overlooking the lagoon for comprehensive game viewing. A bush spa and expansive swimming pool offer relaxation opportunities, with treatments, massages, and refreshing cocktails available throughout your stay.

A full day at Mfuwe Lodge can be devoted to engaging in authentic African safaris. An expertly guided walking safari will lead you on an active exploration of the lodge’s surroundings, teeming with various flora and fauna awaiting discovery. Opt for an early morning game drive to observe animals against a backdrop of sunrise or go on a night game drive to encounter nocturnal creatures such as the pangolin or aardvark.

The following day, a road transfer will take you further into South Luangwa National Park to Chindeni River Lodge for a five-night stay, offering an original bushcamp experience in comfortably styled safari tents. Scheduled activities make this portion of the itinerary stress-free, providing a fully curated safari experience, including delicious buffet-style lunches with a wide selection of fresh meals and communal evening dining.

The region of South Luangwa National Park offers a once-in-a-lifetime safari experience with seasonal and unique wildlife sightings. Birdwatchers will enjoy lively bird-watching during the Green Seasons of November to April, while Big 5 animal spotting is abundant. Your days will be filled with scenic game drives and early morning guided bush walks, with the option of twilight evening drives.

Opt for a half-day walk to neighbouring game sites for a fascinating guided tracking of big game on a full day. Expert guides offer an abundance of knowledge about the park and its inhabitants, from the largest to the smallest elements, including exciting wildlife and endemic flora.

Most nights will be spent sharing stories of the day’s adventures around a communal campfire under a blanket of glistening stars. Chindeni is deeply involved in the broader South Luangwa area with positive impact initiatives targeted at local schools, including feeding schemes, and sourcing sustainable freshwater.

After a relaxing night’s rest, you will transfer back to Mfuwe Airport for a connecting flight to Livingstone via Lusaka. You will then be road transferred for a three-night stay in a gorgeous luxury chalet with private views of the Zambezi River.

The last stop in your Zambian safari getaway boasts excellent proximity to the world’s largest sheet of falling water – the mighty Victoria Falls. Its seasonal flow is sourced directly from the Zambezi River and offers a fantastical spray of watery mist and iridescent rainbows as the water plunges along the basalt gorges. These breathtaking views offer a glimpse of the glorious feat of nature unlike any other.

An all-inclusive stay at the Chundukwa River Lodge will keep your days and nights packed with exciting safari staples and some uniquely interesting excursions. From animal-abundant game drives and sunset cruises to a uniquely thrilling horseback safari and cultural village tours.

A transfer back to Livingstone Airport will bid you a warm goodbye to your African adventure and set you onward for the rest of your journey.