Tour Overview
wildlife safari is the focus of this 10 day Zambia itinerary with Eton Safaris. The route is paced for clear daily logistics, guided activities matching Zambia Wildlife Safaris, comfortable lodge stays on overnight days, and a final day with breakfast and lunch only before departure.
10-day Mosi-oa-Tunya boat safari in Kafue National Park Safari Zambia in Zambia with Eton Safaris. We arrange lodges, park permits, transport, and guided safaris with experienced local teams. Share your travel dates and interests for a tailored itinerary.
Tour Highlights
- day Mosi-oa-Tunya boat safari focus across Zambia
- Guided time in Kafue National Park
- Signature activity: Zambezi canoe safari
- Private driver-guide and road support
- Lodge base at Nsefu Camp (route dependent)
- Meal plan aligned to daily safari timing
- Transparent inclusions for park fees and listed activities
- Designed for strong on-page clarity and itinerary scannability
Includes
- Park entry fees (non-resident rates)
- All included activities (optional extras not included)
- All accommodation as per the itinerary (upgrade options available)
- An expert driver/guide to enhance your experience
- All transport throughout the tour (optional transfers not included)
- All taxes and service charges
- Meals as specified in your daily itinerary
Excludes
- International flights (to/from your home country)
- Roundtrip airport transfers
- Pre-tour and post-tour accommodation
- Tips and gratuities (recommended guideline: per day)
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Any government-imposed tax or park fee increases
- Selected meals as specified in the day-by-day section
- Drinks and beverages
Itinerary in details
Day1Arrival Transfer & Orientation Toward Kafue National Park
A measured start to the day unfolds when a transfer from Mfuwe Airport, easing into Zambia's landscapes while your guide outlines the coming days. The route then leads into Kafue National Park, where night drive for leopards sets the tone for this privately guided departure. Check-in at Nsefu Camp follows, with time to settle before dinner and a clear briefing on tomorrow's pace. You end the day reviewing wildlife highlights with your guide over dinner.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Nsefu Camp
Day2Kafue National Park Focus Day — boating on the Luangwa
Your journey opens with dedicated time in Kafue National Park. Rangers and your private guide coordinate boating on the Luangwa, balancing comfort stops and wildlife movement through the day. Guides next introduce you to Mfuwe Lodge for hot meals, a short rest, and optional evening discussion of conservation notes relevant to the area. Nightfall brings a restorative pause under clear African skies.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Mfuwe Lodge
Day3Kafue National Park Focus Day — sunset deck drinks overlooking hippos
Travelers set out as dedicated time in Kafue National Park. Rangers and your private guide coordinate Victoria Falls guided walk, prioritizing low-impact access for wildlife movement through the day. A scenic transfer carries you to Chongwe River Camp for hot meals, a short rest, and optional evening discussion of conservation notes relevant to the area. As dusk arrives, the lodge becomes a quiet base for stories from the trail.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Chongwe River Camp
Day4Kafue National Park Focus Day — classic walking safari
Guests leave camp promptly as dedicated time in Kafue National Park. Rangers and your private guide coordinate classic walking safari, following ranger cues for wildlife movement through the day. Later in the day the focus shifts to Royal Chundu for hot meals, a short rest, and optional evening discussion of conservation notes relevant to the area. Evening settles with time to rest and prepare for the next chapter.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Royal Chundu
Day5Kafue National Park Focus Day — night drive for leopards
The private vehicle departs once dedicated time in Kafue National Park. Rangers and your private guide coordinate village walk near Mfuwe, focusing patiently on wildlife movement through the day. By afternoon the program moves into Nsefu Camp for hot meals, a short rest, and optional evening discussion of conservation notes relevant to the area. The lodge team settles you in while your guide confirms the next morning’s plan.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Nsefu Camp
Day6Kafue National Park Focus Day — Zambezi canoe safari
This chapter of the safari starts when dedicated time in Kafue National Park. Rangers and your private guide coordinate Zambezi canoe safari, building photographic opportunities around wildlife movement through the day. After a short refreshment stop you reach Mfuwe Lodge for hot meals, a short rest, and optional evening discussion of conservation notes relevant to the area. Guests wind down with optional briefings on tomorrow’s conservation notes.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Mfuwe Lodge
Day7Kafue National Park Focus Day — Victoria Falls guided walk
With soft morning light across the landscape, dedicated time in Kafue National Park. Rangers and your private guide coordinate sunset deck drinks overlooking hippos, pairing interpretive commentary with wildlife movement through the day. Your driver then links the next segment toward Chongwe River Camp for hot meals, a short rest, and optional evening discussion of conservation notes relevant to the area. Dinner is timed for an early start tomorrow, keeping energy high for the trail.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Chongwe River Camp
Day8Kafue National Park Focus Day — riverbank game viewing
Following a short safety orientation, dedicated time in Kafue National Park. Rangers and your private guide coordinate riverbank game viewing, balancing comfort stops and wildlife movement through the day. The itinerary pivots naturally into Royal Chundu for hot meals, a short rest, and optional evening discussion of conservation notes relevant to the area. The schedule closes with a relaxed return and an early night ahead.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Royal Chundu
Day9Kafue National Park Focus Day — village walk near Mfuwe
The day begins as dedicated time in Kafue National Park. Rangers and your private guide coordinate night drive for leopards, prioritizing low-impact access for wildlife movement through the day. From there the experience deepens around Nsefu Camp for hot meals, a short rest, and optional evening discussion of conservation notes relevant to the area. You end the day reviewing wildlife highlights with your guide over dinner.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Nsefu Camp
Day10Final Activity Window & Departure via Mfuwe Airport
After a calm briefing, a final outing around Kafue National Park, keeping the schedule flexible so highlights of boating on the Luangwa can be enjoyed without rush. Before long you continue toward your outbound transfer route, with packed timing that protects flight or border connections. After a light midday meal, the safari concludes as your driver returns you toward Mfuwe Airport. Nightfall brings a restorative pause under clear African skies.
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch Only
Accommodation: No accommodation
Frequently asked questions
What animals will I see on Wildlife in Zambia?
Wildlife focuses on the parks and habitats Zambia is known for — savannah game drives, boat cruises where available, and lodges close to the wildlife you came to see.
How many days do I need for Wildlife?
A short Wildlife highlight can work in a few days. A fuller Zambia wildlife circuit with two or more parks is typically a week or more.
When is the best time for Wildlife in Zambia?
Dry months usually mean easier game viewing. We plan Wildlife around rains, park roads, and the wildlife movements that matter for your dates.
Can I add gorilla trekking or beach time to Wildlife?
Yes, only where those experiences exist. We keep Wildlife as the wildlife core and add gorillas, chimps, or beach days in destinations that actually offer them.
