Safari Tour

6-Day Budget Camping Safari Through Kafue National Park

by Adventure Purists6 daysZambia, Zimbabwe

Overview

Tour Overview

Zambia Safari: Join us on this short safari from Lusaka, Zambia's capital, to Livingstone and the world-famous Victoria Falls (or vice versa). Instead of traveling

Day by Day

Itinerary

1

Lusaka to Kafue National Park

Day 1Lusaka to Kafue National Park Lusaka to Kafue National Park Early in the morning, we pick you up from your accommodation in Lusaka, and can have a stopover at a shopping center where you can buy some alcoholic drinks or other refreshments. We drive to Kafue National Park where we will camp on the banks of the Kafue River at a nice, shady campsite. Guests are requested to help with setting up tents and loading vehicles. Main Destination: Kafue National Park Best Time To Visit July to October (Animals are easier to find) High Season July to October (Higher rates apply; busier) Best Weather April to August (Cooler and it hardly ever rains) Wildlife in Kafue NP ElephantCommon LionCommon BuffaloCommon ZebraCommon HippoCommon LeopardOccasional Show more WildebeestOccasional HyenaOccasional Wild DogOccasional CheetahRare GiraffeNone White RhinoNone Black RhinoNone Accommodation: Budget camping Bordering Kafue NP without fences Meals & Drinks: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Non-alcoholic drinks Day 2-4Kafue National Park Kafue National Park We will be staying in the central part of Kafue, in the Chunga region. We will spend the whole day doing game viewing in the park. Several small rivers cross this area which leaves a number of waterholes in the dry season for the animals to quench their thirst. Wild dogs, which roam large areas of the park, and cheetahs and lions are among the inhabitants here. We will camp on the banks of the Kafue River. Guests are requested to

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Lake Ithezi Thezi, Southern Kafue National Park

Day 5Lake Ithezi Thezi, Southern Kafue National Park Lake Ithezi Thezi, Southern Kafue National Park After a morning drive in the central part of the Kafue National Park, we head south to Lake Ithezi-Thezi. Experience the beautiful scenery on the lakeshore and animals quenching their thirst as we watch from our campsite at Hippo Bay, next to the lake. Guests are requested to help with setting up tents and loading vehicles. Main Destination: Kafue National Park Accommodation: Budget camping Inside Kafue NP Meals & Drinks: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks

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Livingstone

Day 6Livingstone Livingstone Today, we leave Kafue National Park and drive to Livingstone. There are a lot of activities on offer including white-water rafting, sundowner drift, canoeing, swimming under the Victoria Falls and Devil’s Pool and much more. We will drop you off at your accommodation in town. We can arrange activities and book a lodge for you. Main Destination: Livingstone (City) Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included) End of tour (See Getting There for more details)End of tour (See Getting There for more details) Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost. Interested in This Tour? Request a Quote We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators (Learn why) Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly Next: Overview Next: Day by Day Next: Rates Next: Inclusions Next: Getting There Next: Offered By Best price guarantee Your request will be sent directly to the operator If preferred, you can contact the operator directly Next: Request a Quote Request a Quote Disclaimer This tour is offered by Adventure Purists, not SafariBookings. This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings. This group tour requires a minimum of 4 people to run. The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject t

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Included & Excluded

Included

  • What is included in this tour

Not Included

  • A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost

What travellers say

Verified Reviews

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Lisa S 5.0/5

We all had an incredible time on our safari in Kafue National Park and got to see amazing wildlife including the very rare pangolin. Our guides, Moses & Joseph were amazing, right from the start they were helpful, informative and had...

Cristian Marcelo 5.0/5

Bundu safaris is a team that cares about every detail, focusing on the comfort of the client. The service, technical explanations about wildlife and the food are TOP ! Absolutely recommended !

Bernd 5.0/5

We have had very good experiences with Adventure Purists in the past. Christa has chosen the Msandile Lodge for us in South Luangwa. This lodge is beautifully located right on the Luangwa. The service and the food were very good, as was our...

Patricia 5.0/5

Can't recommend Adventure Purists enough. We had a beautiful adventure in Zambia, most importantly because Christa accommodated our specific requests so perfectly. We wanted to stay in only two park areas in 13 days and focus on as many...

Gerd Woweries 5.0/5

Bundu organised a dream trip through Zambia for us. The support at all stages of the trip was exceptionally friendly and professional, and the service was outstanding. It was the best Africa tour we have ever been on! Thanks to Christa and...

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

How long is 6-Day Budget Camping Safari Through Kafue National Park?

This safari runs for 6 days and 5 nights across Zambia, Zimbabwe. The itinerary is designed to maximize wildlife viewing while allowing comfortable travel between parks and lodges.

Is 6-Day Budget Camping Safari Through Kafue National Park well-rated?

Yes, this safari has an aggregate rating of 4.9 out of 5 based on 23 verified reviews. Adventure Purists consistently receives positive feedback for wildlife sightings and overall experience.

Who operates 6-Day Budget Camping Safari Through Kafue National Park?

6-Day Budget Camping Safari Through Kafue National Park is operated by Adventure Purists, a safari company based in Zambia, Zimbabwe. You can view their full profile, other tours, and verified reviews on SafariPicked to compare before booking.