Zambia And Rwanda Safari: The Only 2 Weeks Itinerary Guide

This An Epic 2 Weeks in Zambia And Rwanda Safari Itinerary Guide. Experience walking safari in Zambia and gorilla trekking in Rwanda. Visit Victoria Falls & Volcanoes National Park.

A big five safari in Zambia precedes your luxury gorilla trekking experience, which is then followed by three days in Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park. Zambia is quickly rising to the top of the list of the most popular safari locations in Africa, thanks to its famed Victoria Falls (a UNESCO World Heritage site) and the second-largest wildebeest migration in Africa. Discover Zambia’s three thriving national parks, South Luangwa, Liuwa Plain, and Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Parks, and see the biggest waterfall on earth. During your trip, you will engage in world-class luxury at night while also taking part in guided game drives, walking safaris, and canoe safaris during the day. From your home base, Bisate Lodge, which was mentioned in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2018 Hot List, you continue your experience with luxurious gorilla trekking in Rwanda. Rwanda is the starting point for luxurious gorilla trekking in Africa and a must-do activity because it is home to the only remaining population of mountain gorillas.

What’s SAFARI like in ZAMBIA

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 – 3: Arrive in Zambia

As soon as you land at Livingstone Airport in Zambia, your luxurious gorilla trekking trip begins. For a road transfer to Thorntree River Lodge in Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park, a Bespoke African Safari Co. representative will meet you there. The following two days can be used to explore Victoria Falls, the nearby UNESCO World Heritage site, the park on daily wildlife drives, the rhino on a guided walking safari, and a cultural town. Your days should come to a close with a Zambezi River sunset cruise and superbly cooked exquisite meals on the floating river deck.

Included Activities

Visit a cultural village, go on daily game drives across the park, track rhinos on a guided walking safari, and learn about Victoria Falls. Take a Zambezi River sunset cruise to cap off your days.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Check-in at Thorntree River Lodge

Day 3 – 6: Transfer to Liuwa Plain

Luxury Safari in Liuwa Plain l Incredible Experience

Prepare for your transfer to the Liuwa Plain National Park after a leisurely breakfast. You will board the Livingstone Airport’s 07:30 flight to Kalabo, which is scheduled to arrive at its destination at 09:15. When you arrive, a representative of The Bespoke African Safari Co will welcome you and transport you to King Lewanika Lodge. King Lewanika Lodge, the first luxury lodge that was built permanently in the park, features renowned architecture and design in addition to award-winning safari guides. Witnessing the second-largest wildebeest migration in Africa, which takes place at Liuwa Plain National Park, and splurging on a five-star camping experience will be the highlights of your trip (an optional activity). Spend the following three days participating in guided wildflower walks, game drives, canoe safaris, and breathtaking helicopter flights. Use your time in Zambia to get to know the beautiful big 5 and get ready to meet an endangered mountain gorilla in East Africa, another one of Africa’s finest animals.

Included Activities

Spend the following three days participating in guided wildflower walks, game drives, canoe safaris, and breathtaking helicopter flights. Witnessing the second-largest wildebeest migration in Africa will be the highlight of your trip.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Check-in at Time + Tide King Lewanika Lodge

Day 6 – 10: Transfer to South Luangwa

The next stop on your journey is South Luangwa National Park, a location renowned for its unmatched walking safaris. You will take a flight this morning at 9:35 a.m. from Kalabo to Mafuwe Airstrip, stopping through Livingstone and Lusaka along the route. A Chinzombo lodge representative will meet you at the entrance to the park and transport you to your opulent villa. It is hardly surprising that the property, built by award-winning architects on the bend of the Luangwa River, has won the title of Best New Property in Africa for the past two years. You may anticipate seeing incredible predator action every day over your four nights there, in addition to learning about further animals on walking and boating safaris. Request a spa treatment at the facility or take in the expansive vistas of the diverse fauna that frequents the river bank for some relaxation.

Included Activities

On daily game drives, you can anticipate seeing top-notch predator action. You can also find other species on walking and boating safaris, or you can unwind at the on-site spa with views of the riverbank.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Check-in at Time + Tide King Lewanika Lodge

Day 10 – 11: Transfer to Kigali

It’s time to go gorilla trekking in Rwanda after your unforgettable vacation in Zambia. Your first aircraft of the day takes off from Mfuwe Airstrip at 08:55 and is headed to Lusaka. Take the Rwandair Express (WB 107) to Lusaka for your connecting flight, and you’ll get to Kigali around 21:20. When you arrive, your driver will be waiting to take you to The Retreat, where you will spend the night. The first totally eco-friendly building in Kigali, this five-star boutique hotel is the ideal starting point for your evening in the city.

Included Activities

Visit Lake Ruhondo and Bulera at the foot of the Muhabura Volcano, or go to the Kigali Genocide Museum to hear from a survivor about what happened.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Check-in The Retreat

Day 11 – 13: Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda (Unforgettable)

After breakfast at The Retreat, meet your driver to start your guided tour of the bustling capital city of Rwanda and the Kigali Genocide Museum. After your half-day trip, you will be taken on a 2-hour beautiful journey to Ruhengeri, where you will check-in at the upscale Bisate Lodge. One of Rwanda’s most prominent lodges, Bisate Lodge, lies next to Volcanoes National Park and promises its visitors the ultimate in luxury gorilla trekking. Set up residence in your opulent forest villa and take two days to explore Volcanoes National Park on guided hikes and gorilla treks. The gorilla treks leave daily from the Volcanoes National Park Headquarters, which is conveniently close to the camp. For a one-hour experience with an endangered mountain gorilla in Africa, you will be placed in one of the twelve habituated gorilla groups here. Trekking with golden monkeys, visiting local communities, birding, climbing, and taking part in the lodge’s forestry initiative are all additional things you can do while there.

Included Activities

Spend two days exploring Volcanoes National Park on guided hikes and gorilla treks, as well as excursions to local communities, birdwatching, hiking, and the lodge’s forestry initiative.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Check-in at Bisate Lodge

Day 14: Departure

Your journey through Rwanda comes to an end today. You will depart Bisate Lodge after breakfast in order to be transferred to Kigali International Airport for your return journey.

Scenic drive back to Kigali

End of the Zambia And Rwanda Safari Itinerary

Inclusions

• Accommodation and meals, as specified in the itinerary
• Activities and excursions, as specified in the itinerary
• Transportation services, as specified in the itinerary
• Your Trip Coordinator: a 24/7 point of contact supporting you during your trip
• Carbon emissions offsetting for your trip

Inclusions

• Entrance fees and meals, unless mentioned in the itinerary description
• Tips and personal expenses
• Visa and tourism fees
• Travel, health, and cancellation insurance
• International airfare

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