Few places in the world remain as wild as they were 150 years ago, but there are tracts of Africa that still feel primal. Southern Zambia is one of them. Vast, unmarred landscapes teem with great herds of game and stealthy predators, continuing the great dance of life as they have for millennia. When European explorers like David Livingstone ventured into terrain that was terra incognita to the outside world, they were stunned by the vibrancy of these habitats, with wildlife thriving in prolific numbers. That sense of awe is just as palpable in Zambia today, as we encounter nature’s immensity on a scale that's rarely matched. About 40% of the country is preserved in parks and game reserves, offering an unparalleled wilderness safari experience without the crowds. Come discover Zambia, land of untamed rivers, sprawling plains and abundant animals—where the essence of wild Africa still reigns.
Trip Highlights
A Genuine Wilderness Safari Experience
Discover Zambia, an under-the-radar safari destination, before others do—on a far-from-ordinary adventure into its most enticing wildlife reserves
Remote & Intimate Camps Surrounded by Wildlife
Enjoy exclusive occupancy of small, secluded camps in premier wildlife habitat in South Luangwa and Lower Zambezi national parks
Land & Water Safaris Offer Diverse Exploratory Modes
South Luangwa is where walking safaris were pioneered—join expert guides on foot, plus game drives, boat cruises and canoe safaris
Find a Less-Discovered Safari Experience Before Others Do
Zambia is still very much an under-the-radar safari destination, with limited crowds or panache, although it’s big on amazing wildlife. Whether you’re a safari connoisseur or a first-time visitor to Africa, come explore Zambia with us before it becomes popular. Here are all the reasons why you should!
Our Most Active African Safari...Get Out & Walk!
While most safaris are rather sedentary affairs, requiring that you stay in a vehicle the entire time, Zambia is different: the walking safari was pioneered here, and our guides are seasoned pros at safely exploring on foot. Get your boots on the ground in South Luangwa National Park, as you walk with an experienced (and armed) guide for a rare encounter with nature at eye level. (Though please note that walking safaris are entirely optional.)Exclusive Opportunities for Exploration
In addition to the rare chance to enjoy walking safaris, our itinerary includes other special private opportunities to explore the Zambian wilderness in a variety of modes, including night drives in search of nocturnal wildlife, boat cruises in search of hippos and elephants in the Zambezi River, and canoeing, for a quiet, eye-level encounter with birds and wildlife along the banks.Travel in An Exceptionally Small Group—Just Six Travelers
A small group is key to intimate wildlife encounters. We’re able to approach quietly, avoiding any disturbance to the animals. We can bask in the peace of nature without intrusion from noise. And we are able to stay in the smallest of safari camps, adding to the feel of what it might have been like to be in Africa a century ago.Superior Wildlife Viewing in Less-Visited Destinations
In South Luangwa and Lower Zambezi national parks, we find tremendous concentrations of game, from massive elephants and great herds of Cape buffalo to zebra, giraffe and agile antelope species, and the lions and leopards that prey upon them. Other predators include side-striped jackals and packs of rare African wild dogs. You’ll also find spectacular birdlife, including marabou stork and rainbow-plumed bee eaters.Private Chartered Flights Maximize Your Time on Safari
Chartered flights by light aircraft seamlessly connect our safari locations, avoiding long, rough, dusty drives—allowing us to spend more time scouting for wildlife instead of enduring uncomfortable conditions in transit. Considering the vast expanses of wilderness that comprise Zambia, this is key feature to optimize your safari experience.The Best Safari Vehicles—with a "Window" Seat for All
You won’t find a better mode of safari transport than the state-of-the-art 4x4 vehicles we use, designed for overland travel in the most remote bush conditions, with suspension systems that offer a safe and more comfortable ride. Our vehicles have open sides, with no glass to impede your view. And every guest gets a side seat—no one is stuck in the middle, and since we don’t fill them to capacity, there’s plenty of room for your gear.Intimate Safari Camps Offer Close-Up Wildlife Encounters
Our small, solar-powered camps, with just four tents each, are for the exclusive use of Nat Hab guests. Steeped in the classic safari ambience of old, they are replete with every comfort to ensure a welcome respite from your adventures in the bush. Isolated in spots where wildlife is prolific, their settings maximize quiet encounters with animals—many of which often wander right through camp! Private verandas provide guests a personal view on the African wild, with photography possibilities right out the door of your tent.Zambia’s Most Outstanding Safari Guides
Our guests enjoy the personalized service of some of the Africa's top naturalist guides—a Nat Hab hallmark. Our Zambia guides are also experts at conducting walking safaris, which were pioneered in Zambia and remain a safari centerpiece in this country. Your Expedition Leader is among the most highly trained guides in Africa, with additional resources provided by WWF’s top scientists—meaning you get superlative interpretation to enrich your wildlife encounters and nature immersion. Our philosophy on this is simple: an African safari is only as good as the guide, so we must provide the very best! See Expedition Leader bios and traveler comments regarding the quality of our leaders.Our Quality-Value Guarantee Ensures Your Superior Zambia Safari
With Natural Habitat Adventures, you receive our exclusive guarantee, which clearly states that we will meet the lofty expectations we set in our promotional materials. To our knowledge, this is the most ambitious guarantee made by any adventure travel company. Read our important promise.Feel Good About Your Carbon-Neutral Journey
We care deeply about our planet, as we know you do. When you travel with us, the carbon emissions from your trip are 100% offset—including your round-trip flights from home. Natural Habitat Adventures has been the world’s first carbon-neutral travel company since 2007.Natural Habitat Adventures is WWF's Travel Partner
Because of our commitment to environmentally friendly travel, as well as the exceptional quality of our adventures, World Wildlife Fund—the world's leading environmental conservation organization—has named Natural Habitat Adventures as its worldwide travel partner, a designation that makes us exceedingly proud!
