7 days tour in Zambia National Parks

Zambia is renowned for its pristine national parks, rich wildlife, and breathtaking landscapes. A tour through Zambia’s national parks offers a diverse range of experiences, from game drives and walking safaris to boat cruises and cultural visits. Here’s an overview of the top national parks in Zambia and what to expect on your adventure:

Day 1: Arrival in Zambia | South Luangwa National Park | Evening Game Drive

On arrival in Zambia, you will be welcomed and picked by our Mobbing Adventure Safaris guide who will be holding an A4 paper with your name printed on it at Mfuwe International Airport in the morning hours and be transferred to South Luangwa National Park.

On arrival, you will check-in and have lunch at your lodge. After lunch, you will go on a thrilling evening game drive. The park has a high density of wildlife and it is famous for its large population of leopards. You will enjoy dinner and your overnight stay at Marula Lodge.

  • Accommodation: Dinner and overnight stay at Marula Lodge.

Day 2: Morning and Evening Game Drives in South Luangwa National Park

After breakfast, you will head out for a morning game drive in South Luangwa National Park. The park is home to numerous large lion prides. You will also find elephants, buffalo, zebras, and pukus in abundance here.

In the evening, you will head out for a game drive in South Luangwa National Park. Feel your senses heightened as you head out into the bush, learning about the park’s complex ecosystems, as well as the techniques that professional safari guides and park rangers use to track wildlife.

The park is right at the end of Africa’s Great Rift Valley, with the river winding through the vast parklands, making for epic landscapes. This abounding natural beauty also attracts wildlife and huge concentrations of big game can be found here, such as lions, leopards, giraffes, elephants, hippos, and many other animal species.

  • Accommodation: Dinner and overnight stay at Marula Lodge.

Day 3: Bush Walk | Local Village Tour | Luangwa River Boat Cruise

  • After breakfast, you will head out and have a bush walk to discover a level of detail you simply can’t experience from the safety and comfort of a safari vehicle. After the walking safari with an armed guide, you will go back to your lodge to relax and have lunch.After lunch, you will go for a boat cruise (boat safari) down the Luangwa River. During this trip, you might see hippos, elephants, crocodiles, lions, and many other animals that live in the park.In the evening, you will visit the local village of Kawaza to meet the Kunda people and learn about their way of life, as well as learn about the amazing work done by the local conservation initiative Conservation South Luangwa and their efforts in anti-poaching.
  • Accommodation: Dinner and overnight stay at Marula Lodge.

Day 4: Fly to Lusaka | Transfer to Kafue National Park

  • After breakfast, you will be taken back to Mfuwe where you will board a domestic flight back to Lusaka and be transferred by our guide to Kafue National Park, Zambia’s oldest and largest national park. Located in a remote area of the national park, you will stay in Musekese Camp’s charming thatched-roof chalets, where you can watch wildlife out on your private deck.On arrival, you will check into your lodge and rest
  • Accommodation: Dinner and overnight stay at Musekese Camp.

Day 5: Morning and Evening Game Drives in Kafue National Park

  • After breakfast, you will head out for a morning game drive to spot some of Kafue National Park’s best wildlife spots, such as the Busanga Plains, where you can see antelopes, elephants, zebras, and lions. Rare species to look out for include red lechwe, sable, and the African wild dog, as well as the elusive cheetah.You’ll watch hippos splashing in Lake Itezhi-Tezhi and look to the skies to see the various bird species that live in the trees around the Busanga Swamp, such as African finfoot, half-collard kingfisher, and African skimmer.After a few hours of resting at your lodge, you will go for an evening game drive. Several small rivers cross this area which leaves several waterholes in the dry season for the animals to quench their thirst. Wild dogs, which roam large areas of the park, and cheetahs and lions are among the inhabitants here.
  • Accommodation: Dinner and overnight stay at Musekese Camp.

Day 6: Busanga Plains Exploration | Walking Safari

  • After breakfast, you will have another day in Kafue National Park. This will allow you to get to know this park, its wildlife, and an interesting mix of vegetation.You will have a walking safari and an evening game drive. Apart from Busanga plains game such as antelope, you can look forward to sightings of predators like lions, cheetahs, leopards, and hyenas, as well as wild dogs.Our guides have a wealth of knowledge which they will share with you, from the insects on the ground to the birds in the sky and everything in between.
  • Accommodation: Dinner and overnight stay at Musekese Camp.

Day 7: Departure | Flight Home

  • After having a delightful breakfast, you will head to town for shopping and lunch. Afterward, you will be dropped off at the Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (or another location in Lusaka) for your scheduled flight back home.However, you’ll leave with a camera full of photos and several stories to recount to loved ones back home, having encountered the very best of Zambia’s creatures, great and small.
  • Transfer to Lusaka: Head to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport for your flight back home.

This tour offers a comprehensive exploration of Zambia’s national parks, combining thrilling wildlife encounters with local cultural experiences.

Mount Kilimanjaro Trekking via Rongai Route

Why Choose the Rongai Route?

The Rongai Route is known for its unique approach to Mount Kilimanjaro, starting from the northern side of the mountain, close to the Kenyan border. This route offers trekkers a peaceful and scenic journey with excellent opportunities to spot wildlife, including Colobus monkeys and various bird species.

  • Less Crowded: Compared to other routes, Rongai offers a quieter, more serene trekking experience, perfect for those looking to enjoy the mountain in solitude.
  • Gradual Ascent: The gradual slope and steady ascent make the Rongai Route one of the easier routes on Kilimanjaro, allowing for better acclimatization and increasing the chances of reaching the summit.
  • Diverse Landscapes: As you ascend, you will pass through diverse landscapes, including lush rainforests, moorlands, alpine desert, and finally, the icy summit zone. Each day offers new and exciting scenery.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Moshi (900 m) – Rongai Gate (1950 m) – 1st Caves Camp (2600 m)

  • Trekking Time: 5 hours
  • Distance: Approx. 8 km
  • Vegetation: Montane Forest

Your Kilimanjaro adventure begins with a drive from Marangu Park Gate to the Rongai trailhead (1,950 m), approximately a 3-hour journey. Upon arrival, enjoy a packed lunch and begin your trek through cypress plantations and lush montane forest, where you may spot Colobus monkeys. The trail ends at 1st Caves Camp (2,600 m), where your porters will have set up camp. Relax and enjoy a warm meal as temperatures drop, preparing for the cold night ahead.

  • Overnight: 1st Caves Camp (2,600 m)
  • Meals: All included

Day 2: 1st Caves Camp (2600 m) – Kikelelwa Cave (3600 m)

  • Trekking Time: 6 to 7 hours
  • Distance: 9 km
  • Vegetation: Moorland

The trek continues through heather-covered moorland, offering expansive views as you head to Second Cave Camp (3,450 m) for lunch. After a rest, you proceed to Kikelelwa Cave (3,600 m), also known as the 3rd Cave. This section provides great acclimatization, ensuring your body adjusts well to the altitude.

  • Overnight: Kikelelwa Cave (3,600 m)
  • Meals: All included

Day 3: Kikelelwa Cave (3600 m) – Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4330 m)

  • Trekking Time: 3 to 4 hours
  • Distance: Approx. 6 km
  • Vegetation: Moorland

Today’s trek involves a gradual ascent, and the landscape changes dramatically as you approach Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4,330 m), nestled beneath the towering peaks of Mawenzi. After arriving, relax and enjoy a hot lunch before spending the afternoon exploring the surrounding ridges and towers, taking in stunning views of Kibo Peak.

  • Overnight: Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4,330 m)
  • Meals: All included

Day 4: Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4330 m) – Kibo Hut (4700 m)

  • Trekking Time: 4 to 5 hours
  • Distance: Approx. 9 km
  • Vegetation: Alpine Desert

Start your day with an easy hike across the Northern Saddle, a barren alpine desert with hardy grasses and unique flowers. The Rongai and Marangu routes merge at this point, and you’ll face a steeper final section leading to Kibo Hut (4,700 m), where you’ll rest before your summit push. After dinner, your guide will brief you on the final ascent to Uhuru Peak.

  • Overnight: Kibo Hut (4,700 m)
  • Meals: All included

Day 5: Summit Attempt – Kibo Hut (4700 m) – Uhuru Peak (5895 m) – Horombo Hut (3720 m)

  • Trekking Time: 8 hours to Uhuru Peak, 6 hours to Horombo Hut
  • Distance: 6 km ascent, 21 km descent
  • Vegetation: Stone scree / ice-cap summit

You will begin your summit attempt at midnight, trekking through a rocky path to William’s Point (5,000 m) and Hans Meyer Cave (5,150 m). After reaching Gillman’s Point (5,681 m), the final stretch to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) is snow-covered, and the views from Africa’s highest point are unforgettable. After celebrating at the summit, descend to Kibo Hut for lunch, and continue down to Horombo Hut (3,720 m) for a well-earned rest.

  • Overnight: Horombo Hut (3,720 m)
  • Meals: All included

Day 6: Horombo Hut (3720 m) – Marangu Gate (1980 m) – Return to Moshi

  • Trekking Time: 6 hours
  • Distance: Approx. 27 km
  • Vegetation: Low alpine zone and montane forest

After breakfast, descend through the lush forest, passing Mandara Hut (2,700 m), and reach Marangu Gate (1,980 m). Here, you will receive your summit certificate and enjoy a farewell celebration with your trekking team. A transfer will take you back to your lodge in Moshi, where you can enjoy a well-deserved hot shower and a relaxing evening.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Explore Tanzania’s Premier Safari Destinations: Tarangire, Ngorongoro, and Serengeti- 6 Days

Tarangire National Park: A Hidden Gem of Tanzania

Known for its vast elephant herds and towering baobab trees, Tarangire National Park is one of Tanzania’s lesser-known treasures. Located slightly off the main safari circuit, Tarangire offers a peaceful and uncrowded safari experience with a rich variety of wildlife.

  • Elephants and Baobabs: Tarangire is famous for its large herds of elephants, often seen grazing under the shade of ancient baobab trees. It’s one of the best places in Tanzania to see these gentle giants in their natural habitat.
  • Unique Wildlife: In addition to elephants, Tarangire is home to zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, lions, and the elusive leopard. The park is also a haven for birdwatchers, with over 500 bird species, including the brightly colored yellow-collared lovebird and the majestic Kori bustard.
  • Tarangire River: The park is named after the Tarangire River, which flows year-round and serves as a lifeline for the wildlife during the dry season. Game viewing is particularly rewarding as animals gather around the riverbanks in search of water.
  • Best Time to Visit: The dry season from June to October is the best time for wildlife viewing as animals congregate around the river.

Ngorongoro Conservation Area: A Natural Wonder

The Ngorongoro Conservation Area is a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Tanzania’s most famous destinations. It is home to the Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest inactive volcanic caldera, and one of the best places in Africa to see a wide variety of wildlife in a concentrated area.

  • Ngorongoro Crater: Often referred to as the “Eighth Wonder of the World,” the Ngorongoro Crater offers some of the most breathtaking views and wildlife experiences in Africa. The crater is home to abundant wildlife, including the Big Five: lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and the critically endangered black rhinoceros.
  • Unique Ecosystem: The crater’s enclosed ecosystem creates a microcosm of Africa’s wildlife, where predators and prey coexist in an extraordinary balance. It’s one of the few places to see lions hunting in the early morning or spot rhinos grazing in the crater floor’s grasslands.
  • Cultural Encounters: Ngorongoro is also home to the Maasai people, who continue to live alongside the wildlife in traditional villages. During cultural tours, visitors can learn about Maasai culture and their relationship with the land and wildlife.
  • Best Time to Visit: Ngorongoro can be visited year-round, but the dry season (June to October) offers the best wildlife viewing opportunities, especially for rhino sightings.

Serengeti National Park: The Crown Jewel of Africa

Serengeti National Park is one of the most iconic safari destinations in the world, known for its wide-open plains, teeming wildlife, and the Great Migration, one of the planet’s most incredible natural spectacles.

  • The Great Migration: Every year, over two million wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles embark on a perilous journey across the Serengeti in search of fresh grazing grounds. The migration is a breathtaking event that attracts predators like lions, cheetahs, and crocodiles, making for thrilling wildlife action.
  • Big Five Safaris: The Serengeti is one of the best places to see the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino). Lion prides are commonly seen lounging in the sun, while leopards can often be spotted in trees, surveying the land for prey.
  • Diverse Ecosystems: The Serengeti is divided into several regions, each offering a unique landscape and wildlife experience. The Seronera Valley is known for its year-round game viewing, while the Western Corridor offers a chance to see the dramatic river crossings during the migration. The Northern Serengeti is ideal for those seeking a quieter, more exclusive safari experience, away from the crowds.
  • Hot Air Balloon Safaris: One of the most magical ways to experience the Serengeti is from the air. A hot air balloon safari gives you a bird’s-eye view of the stunning landscapes and wildlife below as the sun rises over the plains.
  • Best Time to Visit: The dry season (June to October) is the best time for game viewing and witnessing the Great Migration. The calving season from January to March is also an excellent time to visit, as thousands of newborn animals fill the plains, attracting predators.

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Upon arrival at the airport, you’ll be met by your driver who will be waiting for you upon arrival. You will drive to Haradali’s home Arusha, and on a clear day, you may have views of Kilimanjaro in route. After a long day travelling, you may want to rest, but if you want to keep yourself busy until the evening, we can arrange a city tour or other experiences dependent on your interests.

Accommodation: Haradali’s home

Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire
National Park
After breakfast, you will have a 2-hour drive to Tarangire National Park. Along the way, you will take in the scenic views of the grassland plains speckled with ancient baobab trees, traditional Maasai houses, and cattle being herded by the nomadic people. You will see all that Tarangire National Park is known for. See its famous ancient baobab trees, tree-climbing pythons, and the largest concentration of African elephants, lions, leopards, and cheetahs. After a picnic lunch in mid-day, you will resume your afternoon game drive then drive to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Maasai Eco boma

Day 3: Maasai ecoboma to Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, you will travel via the cooler highlands towards the southern Serengeti and at mid-day you will reach the plains of the Serengeti National Park. This park is one of the largest in Tanzania and has a diversity of habitats and landscapes, short grass plains, savannah, thick bush, swamps and lakes. Bizarre rock formations called kopjes dot the grassy landscape where predators are often seen. The Serengeti is famous for its yearly migration when hundreds of thousands of wildebeests and zebras trek to find fresh grass and water. You will spend the night at the lodge inside the park.

Accomodation: Awali tented campsite

Day 4: Full-Day Game Drive at Serengeti National Park

The entire day is dedicated to game viewing in the Serengeti National Park. The areas that you visit will depend on where the migrating herds are. Predators usually follow closely behind the trekking animals and include lions, leopards (in the acacia trees) and cheetahs. During the short rainy season in November and December, the herds move from the hills in the north to the plains in the south. During the longer rainy season from April to June, they return up north. As the migration is completely dependent on the yearly rainfalls, the location of the herds may vary from year to year but your guide will know where to locate the animals and where to see them best. You will spend another night at the lodge.

Accomodation: Awali tented campsite

Day 5: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
Rise and shine! After breakfast at daybreak, you will travel back to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area before you drive down into the crater. The massive collapsed volcano is home to over 25,000 mammals ranging from the Big Five (lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino and leopard) to spotted hyenas, rare wild dogs and some of the more than 500 bird species of the area. After an extensive game drive and a picnic for lunch, you will leave the caldera in the afternoon and return to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accomodation: Escarpment lodge in Karatu

Last Day

After breakfast our guide will take you back to Arusha to your lodge, for ending the safari and have a little celebration for accomplishing the journey, during the way to arusha our guide will take you to Meserani snake park if interested. The next day after ending the safari our guide will take you to the airport according to your flight schedule and end your journey with us

Accomodation: Haradali’s home