Zambia Victoria Falls and Safari
The smoke that thunders combined with South Luangwa wildlife
Your Route
Livingstone → South Luangwa → Livingstone
Route Details
Victoria Falls (Livingstone)
Livingstone
Experience the world's largest waterfall from the Zambian side.
Highlights
- Victoria Falls viewing from Zambian side
- Optional bungee, microlight, or helicopter flights
- Sunset cruise on the Zambezi
- Devil's Pool swim (seasonal)
South Luangwa National Park
South Luangwa
Zambia's premier game reserve with walking safaris and night drives.
Highlights
- Walking safaris through pristine wilderness
- Night drives spotting nocturnal species
- Leopard and wild dog sightings
- Hippo and crocodile along the Luangwa River
Victoria Falls Departure
Livingstone
Final night at the Falls with optional activities.
Highlights
- Last chance for Falls activities
- Craft market shopping
- Relaxation before departure
A Typical Day
Sample from Victoria Falls (Livingstone)
7:00–12:00
Early Falls visit to avoid crowds
12:00–15:00
Town exploration or activity bookings
15:00–18:00
Adventure activity or relaxation
18:00–21:00
Sunset cruise on the Zambezi
Activities
Included Activities
Optional (additional cost)
Is This Right for You?
Best for
First-time visitors wanting Victoria Falls and safari, families with older children, honeymooners seeking adventure and wildlife.
Not ideal for
Safari purists wanting maximum bush time, travelers avoiding tourist hotspots, or those on very tight budgets.
Trade-offs
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Best Time to Go
High Water (Falls)
Victoria Falls at peak flow, South Luangwa green season
Dry Season (Safari)
Best safari viewing, Falls lower but still impressive
Why This Itinerary Works
Every Vurara Safaris itinerary reflects specific trade-offs. Here is the reasoning behind this route:
8 days balances depth at each location against travel fatigue. Shorter trips sacrifice wildlife time; longer trips face diminishing returns.
Segment order minimizes backtracking and positions high-density wildlife areas at optimal points in the journey.
Mid-range tier balances comfort with value. Private guiding available; camps offer quality without premium positioning.
First-time visitors wanting Victoria Falls and safari, families with older children, honeymooners seeking adventure and wildlife.
Why each segment was chosen:
Victoria Falls (Livingstone)
Location selected for wildlife density, logistical efficiency, and alignment with stated priorities.
South Luangwa National Park
Walking safari birthplace. Guide expertise here is unmatched. Remote positioning limits crowds.
Victoria Falls Departure
Location selected for wildlife density, logistical efficiency, and alignment with stated priorities.
These decisions are not arbitrary. They reflect documented trade-offs from thousands of safari conversations.
How Vurara Safaris makes decisionsCustomization Options
Accommodation Options
Travel Modes
Available Extensions
Lower Zambezi Extension
Add 3 nights for canoeing and fishing
Chobe Day Trip
Day trip to Chobe National Park in Botswana
Cost Context
$6,000–$11k/pp
Per person estimate
This cost band represents typical per-person pricing for this itinerary pattern. Actual costs vary based on accommodation tier, travel mode, season, and party size.
Excluding international flights, includes internal charters
Related Decisions
Questions to consider before booking