Follow Zambia’s Lifeblood Rivers
THREE RIVERS ZAMBIA SAFARI
Zambia is home to some of Africa’s most pristine wilderness areas, where great rivers shape both the landscapes and the wildlife that thrives within them. This carefully curated safari takes you to three of the country’s most iconic parks – South Luangwa, Lower Zambezi, and Kafue. Known collectively as the “Three Rivers” experience, this journey follows Zambia’s lifeblood, offering extraordinary game viewing, diverse habitats, and authentic safari camps that place you at the heart of the wilderness.
This 12 night Three Rivers Zambia Safari begins in South Luangwa National Park, renowned as the birthplace of the walking safari and one of Africa’s premier wildlife sanctuaries. From there, you travel to the Lower Zambezi, where wide river channels provide dramatic settings and opportunities for canoeing and boating safaris. The adventure concludes in the remote Busanga Plains of Kafue National Park, a seasonal wetland that attracts huge herds of plains game and the predators that follow.
This safari is available from April to November and combines three highly regarded camps, each chosen for their location, quality of guiding, and authentic design. Expect welcoming service, stylish tented accommodation, and activities tailored to each park’s landscapes and wildlife. For more information about Zambia as a destination, visit our Zambia Safaris page.
Remote game viewing at Lion Camp, South Luangwa
- Canoeing and boating in the Lower Zambezi
- Unique Nest Rooms at Chisa Busanga, Kafue
- Exceptional guiding and personalised safari activities
- A seamless fly-in safari across three of Zambia’s best parks
Three Rivers Zambia Safari Rates
This trip starts and ends in the capital, Lusaka. The rate is per person sharing and includes 11 nights of accommodation, all meals & local drinks & park fees on safari, all game activities on safari, all charter flights and road transfers. This trip can be run in reverse.
Free nights and flights have been applied in the shoulder season.
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Day by Day itinerary
Days 1 to 5: Lion Camp, South Luangwa
Your safari begins with a scheduled flight from Lusaka to Mfuwe, followed by a road transfer into South Luangwa National Park. Known for its high density of leopards and exceptional predator sightings, the park is also home to large herds of elephants, buffalo, and endemic species such as Thornicroft’s giraffe and Cookson’s wildebeest. The Luangwa River forms the park’s natural boundary and attracts wildlife in abundance, especially during the dry season when water sources are scarce elsewhere.
Lion Camp is situated in a remote northern sector of the park, offering an exclusive experience away from busier central areas. Elevated walkways link the main lodge to ten spacious suites, each with canvas walls, thatched roofs, and private decks overlooking the open plains. Interiors feature natural materials and neutral tones that blend seamlessly with the surroundings. The camp includes a swimming pool, open-air dining, and a cosy lounge with sweeping views. Activities focus on both game drives and guided walking safaris, allowing you to experience the park’s diverse ecosystems and prolific wildlife from different perspectives.
Days 5 to 9: Potato Bush Camp, Lower Zambezi
From Mfuwe, you fly to Lower Zambezi National Park, one of Zambia’s most scenic reserves. The Zambezi River forms the southern boundary, while the Zambezi Escarpment rises to the north. The park is known for its large elephant herds, frequent sightings of lion and leopard, and an abundance of hippo and crocodile in the river channels. The combination of riverine woodland, floodplains, and escarpment hills creates a diverse and rewarding safari environment.
Potato Bush Camp sits along the banks of the Zambezi River and offers four luxury safari tents, including a spacious two-bedroom family tent. Each suite features a private plunge pool, en-suite bathroom with indoor and outdoor showers, and a shaded veranda with river views. The camp’s main area includes a comfortable lounge, dining space, and swimming pool, all designed to maximize the river setting. Activities are varied: enjoy traditional game drives, walking safaris, boat cruises, and some of Africa’s best canoeing opportunities. Angling is also popular, with the Zambezi famous for tiger fish. Evenings often conclude with sundowners on the water as the river reflects the colours of the setting sun.
Days 9–13: Chisa Busanga Camp, Kafue
The final leg of your journey takes you via Lusaka to the northern sector of Kafue National Park. Covering over 22,000 square kilometres, Kafue is Zambia’s largest national park and one of Africa’s most diverse. The Busanga Plains are a seasonal floodplain open from June to November, famous for large herds of red lechwe and puku, as well as lions that thrive in this rich environment. Wide open vistas and high concentrations of game make this an exceptional area for photography and observing predator-prey interactions.
Chisa Busanga Camp offers one of Zambia’s most unique safari accommodations. The camp features four “Nest Rooms” — treehouse-style suites inspired by weaver bird nests found in the region. Each nest provides complete privacy with en-suite facilities, solar power, and elevated views across the plains. The main area is built on raised decking and includes dining and lounge spaces overlooking the floodplains. Activities centre on morning and afternoon game drives, as well as guided walks that highlight the smaller details of the ecosystem.
Day 13: Departure
After a final morning activity and breakfast, you will fly from Busanga back to Lusaka, where your Three Rivers Zambia Safari concludes.
