Zambia

Victoria Falls, known locally as Mosi-oa-Tunya — “The Smoke That Thunders” — is one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World and sits proudly on Zambia’s southern border with Zimbabwe. The Zambian side offers some of the most dramatic viewpoints of the falls, with walking trails that bring you face to face with the sheer power of the Zambezi River as it plunges into the gorge below. Experience the falls on a guided tour, soar above them in a microlight or helicopter, or unwind on a luxury sunset cruise along the Zambezi. World-class accommodations in Livingstone provide the perfect base, combining elegant comfort with easy access to one of Africa’s greatest natural spectacles.

South Luangwa National Park is widely regarded as one of Africa’s finest safari destinations, renowned for its exceptional leopard sightings and extraordinary concentrations of wildlife along the Luangwa River. This pristine valley is home to lions, elephants, buffalo, and over 400 bird species, making it a paradise for wildlife enthusiasts and photographers alike. South Luangwa is also the birthplace of the walking safari, offering an intimate, on-foot perspective of the African bush that few experiences can rival. Stay in exclusive luxury camps that combine comfort with a genuine sense of wilderness, where expert guides bring the bush to life after dark on thrilling night drives.

The Lower Zambezi National Park is one of Zambia’s most breathtaking and least-visited wilderness areas, offering a truly immersive river safari experience. Stretching along the banks of the mighty Zambezi River, the park provides incredible opportunities to spot elephants wading across channels, hippos lounging in the shallows, and big cats hunting on the floodplains. Canoe safaris and fishing expeditions add a unique dimension to any visit, while the towering escarpment provides a dramatic backdrop to the entire landscape. Exclusive riverside camps deliver a seamless blend of luxury and adventure in one of Africa’s most scenic settings.

Kafue National Park is one of Africa’s largest and most diverse national parks, yet it remains one of the continent’s best-kept secrets. Spanning over 22,000 square kilometres, Kafue encompasses a remarkable variety of habitats — from the famous Busanga Plains, which flood seasonally to attract enormous herds of red lechwe and puku, to dense miombo woodland teeming with predators. The park is home to lions, cheetahs, wild dogs, and a wealth of bird life that makes it a firm favourite among ornithologists. Remote and exclusive, Kafue rewards those who venture off the beaten path with unspoiled landscapes and profound wildlife encounters.

Liuwa Plain National Park is one of Africa’s most extraordinary and least-known wilderness areas, home to the continent’s second-largest wildebeest migration. Every year, hundreds of thousands of blue wildebeest gather on the vast, open floodplains of western Zambia in a spectacular display of untamed Africa at its most raw. The park is also renowned for its large lion prides and extraordinary birdlife, with flamingos, wattled cranes, and pelicans gracing its seasonal wetlands. Managed in partnership with the local Lozi people, Liuwa represents a shining example of community-based conservation in action, and a visit here is a profoundly authentic African experience.

Named after the legendary Scottish explorer David Livingstone, this vibrant town on the banks of the Zambezi River serves as the adventure capital of Zambia. Beyond the world-famous Victoria Falls, Livingstone offers a thrilling array of activities including white-water rafting through the Batoka Gorge, bungee jumping from the iconic Victoria Falls Bridge, guided tours of the Royal Livingstone Museum, and tranquil sunset cruises on the Zambezi. The town’s luxury lodges and boutique hotels offer elegant accommodation paired with warm Zambian hospitality, making Livingstone an ideal start or end point for any Southern African safari itinerary.