Destination
Zambia
Leopard, lion, elephant, wild dog, river life, and expert walking guides.
Best season
June to October is a strong window for South Luangwa and walking safaris.
Overview
Zambia is where the walking safari was born. It is a destination for serious wildlife travelers, those who want fewer vehicles, more expert guiding, and the kind of unhurried bush experience that can only happen when you slow down and move on foot.
Experiences
What you can do
- Victoria Falls and Livingstone, Devil's Pool, microlight or helicopter flights over the falls, Zambezi River sunset cruises, and white-water rafting through the Batoka Gorge
- South Luangwa walking safaris, the birthplace of the walking safari, with expert trackers following big cats, elephants, and wild dogs on foot
- Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, guided walks to track endangered white rhinos on foot
- Lake Tanganyika, a quieter northern destination for watersports, birdwatching, and a beach-like lake atmosphere
Why Zambia
Key highlights
- South Luangwa, the global home of the walking safari
- Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World
- Devil's Pool, swim at the edge of the falls (seasonal)
- White rhino tracking on foot at Mosi-oa-Tunya
- Some of Africa's finest and most experienced wildlife guides