10 Days In The Heart Of The Wild

Arrive at a remote airstrip in the breathtaking Namib Desert, where sweeping aerial views of dunes and mountains set the tone for your journey. You’ll be welcomed and transferred by 4×4 to your luxury lodge with wildlife sightings en route.

After check-in and a light gourmet lunch, enjoy your first guided desert experience. Explore the fascinating “Living Desert” with an expert guide, discovering unique flora and the elusive “Small Five,” all specially adapted to this harsh environment.

In the evening, pause for sundowners overlooking the vast landscapes of NamibRand Nature Reserve as the desert glows in sunset hues. Return to the lodge for a refined dinner under the stars, followed by optional stargazing in one of the world’s clearest night skies.Unwind in your private suite, immersed in the silence and beauty of the desert.

Luxury Stay at Little Kulala : An elegant desert retreat located on a private reserve with exclusive access to Sossusvlei’s dunes. The thatched villas offer rooftop skybeds, plunge pools, and shaded outdoor lounges, perfect for soaking in the desert atmosphere in complete privacy

An early start is essential today. Begin your day before dawn with a journey into Namib-Naukluft National Park, arriving in time to witness sunrise over the iconic dunes of Dune 45 or Big Daddy. Watch as the shifting light paints the dunes in deep gold and crimson tones  a truly unforgettable spectacle.

Continue to Deadvlei, where ancient, blackened camel thorn trees stand frozen in time against a striking white clay pan, framed by towering orange dunes one of Africa’s most surreal and photogenic landscapes. Return to your lodge late morning for a well-earned rest. Enjoy a leisurely lunch, relax during a midday siesta, or cool off in your private plunge pool while taking in the vast desert views.

Luxury Stay at Little Kulala : An elegant desert retreat located on a private reserve with exclusive access to Sossusvlei’s dunes. The thatched villas offer rooftop skybeds, plunge pools, and shaded outdoor lounges, perfect for soaking in the desert atmosphere in complete privacy

Start your morning with an optional hot air balloon safari for a bird’s-eye view of one of the oldest landscapes on Earth. Drift silently above rolling dunes and open plains, followed by a champagne breakfast in the dunes. In the afternoon, explore the depths of Sesriem Canyon, where millions of years of water erosion have carved a narrow gorge into the sedimentary rock. For a more active afternoon, the lodge offers electric fat-bike excursions across the gravel plains.

Luxury Stay at Little Kulala : An elegant desert retreat located on a private reserve with exclusive access to Sossusvlei’s dunes. The thatched villas offer rooftop skybeds, plunge pools, and shaded outdoor lounges, perfect for soaking in the desert atmosphere in complete privacy

Enjoy a final leisurely breakfast on the lodge deck, watching for oryx and springbok gathering at the nearby waterhole. If time permits, take a final guided walk to learn about the geological history of the area and gain deeper insight into the desert’s ancient landscapes.

Thereafter, transfer to the airstrip for your light aircraft departure to to Kasane, offering one last breathtaking aerial view of the spectacular “sea of sand” as you leave the desert behind. Upon arrival enjoy a luxury transfer to your riverfront lodge along the Zambezi, providing a tranquil base to experience both Zimbabwe and Zambia. You’ll arrive amidst the vibrant, lush palette of the Lower Zambezi, where the river’s gentle rhythm sets the pace of the day.While you are undeniably in the wild, the experience is elevated by a luxury camp that re-imagines the traditional safari.

In the afternoon, you may choose to set off across the water, gliding through the bays in traditional canoes. With every stroke of the paddle, a new wonder is revealed. Peer into the dense river thickets, where you might spot a predator quietly resting or basking in the sun.

Luxury Stay at Royal Chundu -Zambia: Located on a secluded stretch of the Zambezi River, Royal Chundu provides private riverfront villas, fine dining, and immersive safari experiences, ideal for those seeking both luxury and serenity.

Glide through translucent, lily-padded channels where the only sound is the rhythmic dip of your paddle. At this unique “water-level” eye line, the world transforms. You’ll drift past majestic buffalo and elegant waterbuck grazing inches from the bank, offering a surreal proximity to nature that remains inaccessible to land vehicles. This quiet approach allows you to witness the river’s secrets the flash of a Malachite Kingfisher or the gentle exhale of a distant hippo without disturbing the ancient rhythm of the wild.

Following a gourmet alfresco lunch and a tranquil afternoon siesta, trade your paddle for a private safari vehicle. As the golden hour descends, set out on a specialized leopard tracking expedition. The riverine forests and towering leadwood trees of the Zambezi National Park serve as the perfect sanctuary for these apex predators, hosting one of the highest densities of leopard in Southern Africa. With expert trackers guiding the way, you’ll unravel the mysteries of the bush in search of the continent’s most enigmatic cat.

Luxury Stay at Royal Chundu

End your end with a Bush Social sundowner at a scenic bend in the river, followed by a night drive to spot honey badgers, porcupines, and hunting lions.

Morning: Explore the Faidherbia (winter-thorn) forests on a walking safari. Accompanied by an expert scout, you’ll focus on the finer details of the ecosystem tracking prints, identifying bird calls like the Narina Trogon, and learning the medicinal uses of local flora.

During your afternoon, Choose between a final high energy game drive or a session of catch-and-release tiger fishing. For those seeking relaxation, an indulgent outdoor shower or a dip in your private plunge pool offers a chance to watch elephants wander through the camp grounds. Evening: A farewell “Sandbank Dinner.” Dine under a canopy of stars on a temporary island in the middle of the Zambezi, surrounded by the gentle lapping of water and the distant calls of the wild.

The area is renowned for its lush riverine forests, abundant birdlife, and frequent wildlife sightings along the riverbanks, including elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and various antelope. Days can be spent immersed in the natural beauty and power of the Zambezi, whether walking along river trails, photographing the diverse bird species, or simply relaxing on your private deck overlooking the water. Evenings are a time for gourmet dining with stunning river views, offering a peaceful and luxurious atmosphere after a day of exploration.

Signature activities include the private “Flight of Angels” helicopter tour over Victoria Falls, providing unmatched aerial perspectives of the 108-meter waterfall, Batoka Gorge, and winding Zambezi River; a seasonal Livingstone Island lunch, where guests can enjoy a private gourmet picnic and, when conditions allow, swim safely at the edge of the Devil’s Pool; sunset river cruises along the upper Zambezi, spotting hippos, elephants, and abundant birdlife while enjoying cocktails or champagne; and guided nature walks, where expert guides reveal the secrets of the Zambezi ecosystem, its plants, and wildlife, ensuring an unforgettable and immersive riverfront experience.

Luxury Stay at Royal Chundu (Zambia): Located on a secluded stretch of the Zambezi River, Royal Chundu provides private riverfront villas, fine dining, and immersive safari experiences, ideal for those seeking both luxury and serenity.

After a scenic charter flight from Livingstone, your safari concludes in the serene wilderness of the Lower Zambezi National park at Lolebezi Safari Lodge, offering a secluded and intimate riverside escape. This stretch of the Zambezi is celebrated for its pristine riverfront, abundant wildlife, and quiet elegance, providing the perfect finale to your journey. Days are spent immersed in the rhythms of the river, observing elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of birdlife in their natural habitat.

evenings culminate in a private sandbank dinner under the stars, combining gourmet cuisine with the sounds of the river and the African night sky.

Luxury stay at Lolebezi Safari Lodge: Every private suite is complete with a sumptuous bathtub and a serene plunge pool, each offering breathtaking views of the Zambezi River. With marble vanities, indoor and outdoor showers, and lavish Kingsize beds, the blend of comfort and luxury is unparalleled.

Renowned for its thriving elephant herds, packs of wild dogs, and abundant leopards, Lolebezi is a beacon of wildlife diversity.Nestled on the banks of the Zambezi River in Zambia’s Lower Zambezi National Park  one of Africa’s most exclusive and remote locations this Icon Experience offers an extraordinary blend of opulence and nature

Water-level wonders await. From the power of a motorboat on the open Zambezi to the stealth of a canoe in its hidden channels, this is a safari in 4D. Experience ‘eye-to-eye’ encounters with massive herds on the floodplains, then disappear into the thickets where predators wait in the shadows. Six days, dozens of angles, and one undeniable truth: there is no travel experience on earth quite like a Zambezi river safari.

The highlight is a canoe safari, gliding silently along the water past elephants crossing the river, allowing for up-close wildlife encounters with minimal disturbance.

Luxury stay at Lolebezi Safari Lodge: Every private suite is complete with a sumptuous bathtub and a serene plunge pool, each offering breathtaking views of the Zambezi River. With marble vanities, indoor and outdoor showers, and lavish Kingsize beds, the blend of comfort and luxury is unparalleled.

Lolebezi’s diverse wildlife and stunning rivers escapes solidify its status as the shining jewel of the Lower Zambezi. Engage in an incredible range of activities that will leave you with a profound experience of authentic Africa. Create unforgettable memories on the Zambezi River through  fishing or Daily game drives offer a unique vantage point to explore new and vast landscapes, while guided walking safaris offer one-of-a-kind wildlife interactions

Leave the hum of the engine behind and trade tires for tracks. In the Lower Zambezi National Park, a walking safari isn’t just an activity—it’s an invitation to join the rhythm of the bush. Led by expert trackers, you’ll bypass the big cats in favor of the wild’s finer details, learning to read the landscape like a living map.From the elegant curve of a sable antelope’s horns to the skittish grace of lechwe and kudu, the park’s legendary ungulate diversity takes center stage when you’re on their level. It is a rare, quiet perspective on the wild that few travelers ever witness.

Luxury stay at Lolebezi Safari Lodge: Every private suite is complete with a sumptuous bathtub and a serene plunge pool, each offering breathtaking views of the Zambezi River. With marble vanities, indoor and outdoor showers, and lavish Kingsize beds, the blend of comfort and luxury is unparalleled.

Wake up to the tranquil rhythm of the Zambezi River, with mist rising over the water and wildlife activity beginning around the lodge.

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast on your private deck while watching elephants along the riverbanks. Before departure, opt for a final canoe or boat safari through the river channels, offering close-up wildlife encounters such as hippos, crocodiles, and antelope or Take time to unwind at the lodge.

After check-out, transfer to the airstrip for your charter flight to Lusaka International Airport, marking the end of your journey.