Day 1 -2: Livingstone, Zambia

Your African safari tour starts in Livingstone in Zambia, where the group will meet at 14:00pm. You will have 2 days to explore the Victoria Falls, one of the greatest natural wonders of the world, plunging into the tempestuous Zambezi Gorge.

Here guests can enjoy a myriad of adventure activities, including white water rafting on the mighty Zambezi River, and bungi jumping (own expense). You spend the night at a camping site, inclusive of breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Day 3: Lake Kariba, Zambia

You will camp along the tranquil shores of Lake Kariba, home to Hippo, Crocodile and a wide variety of birdlife. At sunset you enjoy a lovely cruise, affording great photo opportunities. Camping accommodation inclusive of breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Days 4 - 5: Lower Zambezi Canoeing, Zambia

On day 4 of your Southern Africa overland trip, you drive down into the Lower Zambezi Valley, where you will spend 2 nights at a lodge on the banks of the river. You enjoy a full day of canoeing down the Zambezi River, home to the tribal mythical god - Nyami Nyami.

This mighty river attracts herds of Elephant and other wildlife, looking to quench their thirst. You also enjoy some bird and game watching before retiring around the camp fire for the evening. Lodge accommodation inclusive of breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Day 6: Lusaka, Zambia

After a morning spent relaxing on the banks of the river on day 6 of your African safari tour, you head towards Lusaka, the bustling capital city of Zambia. Here the tour will stock up on supplies in the many shops and markets around town.

Days 7 - 9: South Luangwa National Park, Zambia

Today you make your way down into 'the valley' of the Luangwa River in the wild and remote South Luangwa National Park. This national park is home to a wide range of wildlife and is one of Africa's premier wildlife sanctuaries.

Wildlife inhabiting this area includes Hippo, Crocodile, Elephant, Lion and Leopard. You camp on the banks of the Luangwa River for 2 nights and explore the area on game walks and open night drives in search of the nocturnal creatures of the park. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is included.

The camp you will be using operates under the auspices of the Wildlife Environmental and Conservation Society of Zambia and donates 60% of their proceeds towards the education of Zambian children.