Embark on a journey like no other—immerse yourself in the vibrant culture, stunning landscapes, and incredible wildlife of Zambia with us.

𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬
💰 Standard Price: $2,400 per person (sharing)
💰 Solo Traveler: $3,360 (Should request for it via email: lochinvarsafaritours@gmail.com)

💰 𝐀𝐝𝐝-𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐞𝐞𝐬:
1. 1st Entry in the Mosi-oa-tunya National Park to view the Victoria Falls at $20 per person (paid locally).
2. 2nd Entry in the Mosi-oa-tunya National Park for a sunset cruise on the mighty Zambezi River at $20 per person (paid locally).
3. 3rd Entry in the Mosi-oa-tunya National Park for game viewing excursion at $20 per person (paid locally).

𝐑𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐞: Livingstone – Choma – Chisekesi - Monze – Mazabuka – Chikakanta – Lusaka (end).

𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰.
Our Pride, Our Heritage, Your Adventure.
Discover Zambia’s vibrant cultural heritage and stunning wildlife on an immersive Nanzhila tour. This exclusive package blends authentic culture, art, and history with an unforgettable safari adventure, offering exceptional value.

Day 1: You arrive in Livingstone, the tourism Capital City of Zambia
 Arrival in Livingstone: Upon arrival at Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula Airport, you will be met by our hospitality team and transferred to your lodge.
 Afternoon Activity (Time Permitting): Enjoy a relaxing sunset cruise on the Zambezi River, offering breathtaking views, wildlife sightings (hippos, crocodiles, elephants), and a stunning African sunset.

 Evening:
o 19:30 PM: Freshly prepared dinner at the lodge.
o 20:00 PM: Meet & Greet Session (for group travelers) and a briefing from the Chief Experience Officer (CEO) covering safety, eco-tour practices, and cultural etiquette.
o 21:50 PM: Retire for the night after an exciting day.

For Travelers Already in Zambia: If you are already in Zambia, you will need to be in Livingstone at least a day before the tour starts and provide your pick-up location (lodge, hotel, or residence).

Note: Activity timings may vary due to circumstances.

Morning Activities
 07:10 AM: Wake-up and morning bath.
 07:30 AM: Enjoy a sumptuous breakfast.

 08:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Victoria Falls Tour & Craft Market Visit
o Explore the breathtaking Mosi-oa-Tunya/Victoria Falls, the world’s largest sheet of falling water, famous for its mist, spray, and rainbows.
o Visit the local craft market outside the falls’ perimeter for authentic souvenirs.

 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM: Travel back to Livingstone city.

 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM: Livingstone Museum Tour
o Discover Zambia’s oldest and largest museum, featuring archaeological, historical, and cultural exhibits, including David Livingstone memorabilia.
o Highlight: Complimentary guided tours are available.

 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM: Livingstone City Walk
o Stroll through the colonial-era city centre, explore shops, local markets, banks, and ATMs.
o Optional: Purchase drinks and snacks at Shoprite (personal expense).

 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM: Lunch at the lodge.

Afternoon Activities
 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM: Rest and relaxation at the lodge.
 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM: National Art Gallery Visit
o Enjoy a 30-minute tour showcasing Zambia’s vibrant artistic heritage.
 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Mukuni Village Tour
o Experience authentic Zambian village life, interact with locals, and learn about traditional customs and culture.

 6:00 PM: Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight rest.

Meals & Dining Information
 Meals are prepared by our chef for quality control.
 Some lodges may include breakfast in the room rate.
 Guests are welcome to dine at their lodge’s restaurant at their own expense, payable at check-out.

Note: Activity timings may vary due to unforeseen circumstances.

Morning Activities:
 05:30 AM – Wake-up and morning bath.

 06:10 AM – Pick-up from the lodge and transfer to Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park entrance (park entry fees apply).

 06:45 AM – Game drive in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, including a break by the Zambezi River.

 Rhino Walking Safari – Guided walking safari to view the White Rhinos, with an optional donation to Wildlife Protection Officers.

 09:30 AM – Exit the park and return to the lodge.
 09:35 AM – Breakfast at the lodge.

Travel & Historical Sightseeing:
 10:30 AM – Depart for Kalomo via T-1 road (128 km), passing through Zimba.

 01:00 PM – Arrive in Kalomo, Zambia's first colonial capital.
 Tour the First Colonial Administrator’s House, a historic monument believed to be Zambia’s first state house.
 Visit Kalundu Mound, an Iron Age archaeological site.

 02:30 PM – Lunch break in Kalomo.

Afternoon & Evening Activities:
 02:45 PM – Depart for Choma (100 km drive).
 05:30 PM – Arrive in Choma, the provincial headquarters of Zambia’s Southern Province.

 Check-in at Twin Cave Lodge, Leons Lodge, Meridian Lodge, or another suitable accommodation.

 07:00 PM – 09:30 PM – Dinner.

 09:40 PM – Retire for the night after an exciting day.

Note: Timings may vary based on circumstances during the actual tour.

Day Schedule
07:30 AM – Morning Wake-Up & Refresh
Begin your day with a refreshing bath to prepare for an exciting cultural and historical experience.

08:00 AM – 08:30 AM – Breakfast
Enjoy a delicious breakfast before setting out for the day’s activities.

09:00 AM – 11:30 AM – Choma Museum & Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula Statue Tour

 Choma Museum & Art Gallery: Discover Zambia’s rich history and the heritage of the Tonga tribe through artifacts, traditional crafts, and historical exhibits.

 Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula Statue: An outdoor visit to the statue of Zambia’s political freedom fighter, with insights into his role in the country’s independence.

12:30 PM – 1:30 PM – Lunch Break
Enjoy a meal at a recommended restaurant in Choma.
1:50 PM – Travel to Chikuni Mission (Chisekesi) – Mukanzubo Cultural Research Institute

 Explore the Mukanzubo Cultural Research Institute, a center dedicated to preserving and promoting the Tonga culture, heritage, and traditions.

5:10 PM – Check-In at Mukanzubo Lodge/Hostel
Relax and settle into your accommodation at Mukanzubo Lodge or hostel facilities.

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM – Dinner
Savor a well-prepared evening meal in a serene environment.

7:00 PM – 9:30 PM – Evening Relaxation
Unwind and socialize with fellow travelers, reflecting on the day’s cultural experiences.

9:30 PM – Rest & Overnight Stay
After a fulfilling day of exploration, retire for a restful night.

Note:
 Timings may vary due to unforeseen circumstances or situational changes.
 Comfortable attire is recommended for cultural visits.

08:00 AM – 08:30 AM – Breakfast
Enjoy a delicious and energizing morning meal.

09:00 AM – 12:30 PM – Cultural Activities (Morning Session)
 Traditional Music & Dance Performances
 Guided Cultural Tour & Museum Exploration (Artifacts, Traditional Instruments, Beadwork)

12:30 PM – 1:30 PM – Lunch
Relish a sumptuous meal before the afternoon activities.

2:00 PM – 6:00 PM – Cultural Activities (Afternoon Session)
 Engage in Traditional Games & Daily Village Activities (Pounding, Grinding)
 Experience Traditional Costumes & Photo Shoots
 Learn About and Taste Traditional Village Meals

7:00 PM – 9:30 PM – Evening Relaxation
Unwind with friends and reflect on the day's experiences.

9:30 PM – Rest & Overnight Stay
Retire for a restful night after a fulfilling day.

Note:
 Activity sequence may be adjusted as needed.
 Comfortable, culturally appropriate attire is recommended.

07:30 AM – Wake-Up & Refresh
Prepare for another day of cultural exploration.

08:30 AM – Breakfast
Enjoy a nourishing morning meal.

09:00 AM – 7:00 PM – Cultural Excursion
Engage in various cultural activities at Mukazubo Cultural Research Institute, exploring traditions, heritage, and local customs.

7:00 PM – 9:30 PM – Dinner & Relaxation
Enjoy an evening meal and unwind with friends.

9:30 PM – Rest & Overnight Stay

Note:
 Activity timings may vary based on circumstances.

Program of the day
07:30 am: Wakeup call; thereafter take a warm shower.

07:30-07:45 am - Take your sumptuous breakfast

08:00 am – Depart from Mukazubo Cultural Reseach Centre: Travel to the Family Safari Lodge situated along the T-1 tourism main route outside Monze. Here you see variety of wild animals in a private forest reserve belonging to Family Safari.

NEXT: Thereafter, travel and arrive in Monze: - An agriculture town, with an estimated population of 163,578 people.

10:30 am: Visit the Samu Lya Moomba national heritage site outside Monze town in Chief CHOONGO’s chiefdom to see Zambia's deep cultural heritage.

Narration (information tip): Samu Lya Moomba holds a special place in Zambia's history as it was the location some freedom fighters from across Zambia would meet to strategise on the attainment of Zambia's political independence.

12:30 am – In-transit lunch: You will be served with some delicious lunch whilst in transit to Mazabuka.

Narration: Mazabuka, dubbed “The Sweetest Town” in Zambia. This is because sugar canes that are processed into edible household sugar are grown on a large scale in Mazabuka.

15:30 pm: Travel to Chikakanta district to Chieftainess Mwenda's Chiefdom.

18:30 pm: Check-in at any good level guest lodge in Chikakanta

19:30 pm – Dinner.

21:30 pm – Retire to bed to sleep early.

Please note: The times indicated above against each activity may vary during the actual tour due to changed situations or circumstances.

Below is the order of activities on this eighth day.
07:30 am: Wake up, thereafter take a bath.

08:00 am – Enjoy morning breakfast

08:10 am: Receive short briefing by the Tour Coordinator on the day's activities and other issues.

08:30 am – Pay a courtesy call on Chieftainess Mwenda at her palace as tradition demands. You will present to her with any gifts without any ceremonial pomp.

09: 30 am - You will be transferred to your respective home villages as directed by the Chieftainess Mwenda herself or her authorized representative to see first-hand how the locals live.

10:00 am: Cultural excursion: You will Immerse yourself in authentic Tonga culture as you visit a traditional village, accompanied by an English-speaking guide who lives there himself. You will spend
the whole day with your host family in the village. You will do a hands-on participatory village tour in as many facets of village chores or activities as possible.

15:00 pm. You will then make a decision as to whether you will sleep over at your hoist family in the village or not.

16:30 pm. The rest of the team members who do not wish to sleep over in the village will be transferred back to the guest house or lodge.

18:30 pm - Relax in the evening at the guest house or Lodge.
21:00 pm: Retire to bed to sleep.

Please note: The times indicated above against each activity may vary during the actual tour due to changed situations or circumstances.

General Narration about Lusaka city:
More than 40% of the Zambian population lives in urban areas, The capital city of Zambia is Lusaka, located in the south-central part of Zambia. The nation's population of around 19.5 million, is concentrated mainly around Lusaka in the south and the Copperbelt Province to the north, the core economic hubs of the country. Lusaka is one of Africa’s most delightful and fastest growing cities in Africa. It is a metropolitan area that offers traditional and hearty Zambian welcome to all visitors.

Local culture and traditions
Lusaka was named after the village chief called Mwalusaaka whose port was located at the point where the National Assembly building now stands. The area was then expanded to provide settlement for workers working on the railway during the British colonial times. Today, Lusaka is a favourite town for many tourists, expatriates, students and the Zambians too simply because of the fast-growing infrastructure, housing and easy access to services.

Program of the day
**Wake up, thereafter take a bath. – Enjoy a morning sumptuous breakfast

07:30 am: Depart for Lusaka, the capital city of Zambia.

09:20 am: Munali Hills Pass route: You will experience the true Zambian culture of this beautiful country along the way to Lusaka. The vehicle will wind its way through beautiful landscape, passing through some green commercial farms, traditional African villages and schools along the way to Kafue.

Turn-Pike Turn Off: At Turn Pike junction, we will branch off from the T-1 Livingstone Road and turn into the T-2 Kafue Road. By the road-side, we will briefly stop-over by the lay-bye to buy some fresh bananas and apples.

13:40 pm: Arrive in Lusaka and check-in any good level accommodation facility.

14:00 pm: Take your sumptuous lunch.
Afternoon activities: Visit the Lusaka National Museum:

Overview: The National museum of Lusaka will be one of the highlight of your Lusaka tour where you will see exhibits like sculptures, paintings from all ages, cultural highlights and archaeological displays. This specific cultural heritage museum tells the background about Zambia using four main divisions; ethnography, witchcraft, history and contemporary art. What you will do: 1. Guided Tour of the Lusaka Museum

16: 30 - Return to your lodge to take a rest or just take a relaxed about of Lusaka's Central Business District. You will decide what you will do for the few remaining hours and tell the tour cordinator.

19:00 pm: Farewell dinner at any restaurant in Lusaka.
21:00 hrs. Retire to bed to sleep

Please note: The times indicated above against each activity may vary during the actual tour due to changed situations or circumstances.

**Wakeup, thereafter take breakfast.

- Morning rise up, and breakfast.

- Transferred to Lusaka International Airport (Kenneth Kaunda) to board your return flight home or to your next destination.

END OF THE 10 DAYS NAZHILA CULTURAL AND WILDLIFE SAFARI TOUR