Zambia safari in South Luangwa National Park

Entry requirements

To enter Zambia, you will need a passport with at least two blank pages and a minimum of six months’ validity remaining. Visa requirements vary according to nationality and may change over time. We recommend consulting official travel advice before departure.

Food and drinks

Local cuisine

Zambian cuisine offers a variety of traditional dishes. Nshima, a maize-based staple food, is commonly served with meat, vegetables or fish. Other popular dishes include Ifisashi, (vegetables cooked in a peanut sauce), and Biltong, (dried cured meat).

Hygiene and safety

The accommodation and restaurants we select maintain high standards of hygiene. For additional peace of mind, we recommend:

• Drinking water and beverages only from sealed containers or those supplied by your lodge.
• Using bottled or lodge-supplied water when brushing your teeth.
• Avoiding ice in drinks.
• Avoiding uncooked vegetables and seafood.

Currency and payment

Local currency: Zambian Kwacha

Electronic payments and cash withdrawal facilities may be limited in remote and rural areas. For further information, please consult our travel preparation guide.

Health information

Travellers arriving from many European countries, including Italy, are generally not subject to mandatory vaccination requirements. For detailed advice on malaria prevention and health precautions, please refer to our travel preparation guide and official travel health resources.

Luggage

We recommend travelling light and limiting luggage to approximately 16–18 kg. Soft bags are strongly preferred over hard-shell or semi-rigid suitcases.

Clothing

Comfortable, breathable clothing is recommended, with lightweight garments for daytime temperatures and layers for cooler evenings or higher elevations. Comfortable walking shoes, ideally hiking shoes, are recommended, together with sandals for relaxing after the day’s activities.

Essential equipment

Don’t forget to pack sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, a reusable water bottle and binoculars.

Remember to carry all travel documents required for entry into Zambia, together with a photocopy of your passport. 

Medication

Pharmacies are generally only available in larger towns, so we recommend bringing a small supply of any medication you may require. A detailed packing list, including clothing, equipment and medical recommendations, is available in our travel preparation guide.

Price includes

• All transfers as specified in the itinerary, including transfers between lodges and to/from Mfuwe Airport
• All safaris included in the programme
• All accommodation as specified, based on double occupancy
• South Luangwa National Park entry fees
• Full-board accommodation
• 1% Community Levy
• Applicable taxes

Price excludes

• International flights
• Zambia visa (where applicable)
• Return domestic flight between Lusaka and Mfuwe
• Travel insurance (medical, cancellation and baggage cover)
• Optional activities not included in the programme
• Drinks
• Gratuities
• Personal expenses
• Any item not expressly listed under “Price Includes”

Pricing Information

Please remember that this itinerary is intended as a starting point and can be fully tailored to your preferences. The final price will therefore be recalculated at the time of booking, taking into account any modifications to the itinerary, alternative accommodation choices and any supplier price updates.