North and South Luangwa
If you are after a remote and true African safari holiday then the North and South Luangwa national park is the place…
Zambia
The home of the walking safari, Zambia is renowned for on-foot adventures. Sleep in small bush camps, track lion paw prints at first light and finish the day ankle-deep in the cooling waters of one of the Zambezi’s quiet tributaries.
With a feeling of untamed nature, Zambia is a country that draws people back, time and time again. To many, a Zambian safari represents the real Africa – a still undiscovered wilderness where exploration on foot reaps the greatest rewards.
From the plains of Liuwa and the savannah of Luangwa to the thundering majesty of Victoria Falls, Zambia encapsulates the idea of an African adventure.
Lower Zambezi
The Lower Zambezi is a beautiful area where the river and the wildlife meet in silence.
Livingstone
This small town on the edge of the Zambian side of the Victoria Falls has endless history and provenance.
Kafue National Park
This enormous expanse of wilderness covers a large tranche of central Zambia, with a number of rivers cutting through it.
Liuwa Plains National Park
One of Zambia's - if not Africa's - most remote parks, the Liuwa Plains National Park lies in the far west of…
Why choose Zambia
Home of the walking safari, Zambia offers some of the best on-foot game wildlife viewing in Africa. Led by an expert guide, explore the magnificent Luangwa Valley on foot, with the option to even walk from camp to camp as part of a specialised walking safari.
And beyond this, Zambia has plenty to offer. On its southern border, the Victoria Falls crash majestically down into the Zambezi; in the remote north, conservation and royal rituals sit side by side on the Liuwa Plains; and farther west, prehistoric shoebill storks hide in the Bangweulu Wetlands.
Why travel to Zambia with Steppes
With over two decades of experience arranging Zambian safaris, we know not just the best camps but the people behind them. A walking safari is brought to life by the guide, so we will always recommend camps that are renowned for their guides.
It’s also a reality of a Zambian safari that some of the better sightings come in busier areas of the parks. That’s why we often choose to combine multiple camps within the same park – balancing seclusion with exceptional sightings.
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Our Recommendation
Don’t know where to start? This suggested holiday combines all the best elements of a Zambian walking safari: experienced guides, intimate camps and complete wilderness.
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Zambia
Landscapes and Wildlife of Kafue National Park
Explore Zambia’s largest park, Kafue – a vast but little-visited wilderness. Venture deep into the wilds of this captivating park, spotting plains game, big cats and incredible numbers of birds. Finish with the majestic landscape of the Busanga Plains, where lion prides…
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Zambia
Liuwa Plains Safari
Lost amidst the forgotten grasslands of Zambia’s western expanses, the remote Liuwa Plains National Park is a unique and complex ecosystem. Explore this captivating park, rich with plains game and home to the largest wildebeest migration in Southern Africa.
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Zambia
Landscapes and Wildlife of Kafue National Park
Explore Zambia’s largest park, Kafue – a vast but little-visited wilderness. Venture deep into the wilds of this captivating park, spotting plains game, big cats and incredible numbers of birds. Finish with the majestic landscape of the Busanga Plains, where…
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Zambia
Liuwa Plains Safari
Lost amidst the forgotten grasslands of Zambia’s western expanses, the remote Liuwa Plains National Park is a unique and complex ecosystem. Explore this captivating park, rich with plains game and home to the largest wildebeest migration in Southern Africa.
Where to Stay
Every captivating tailor-made itinerary needs a perfect base. Our team has handpicked this collection of properties to give you luxury options in styles to suit any adventure.
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Lolebezi
Set in the untouched wilds of the Lower Zambezi National Park, Lolebezi is arguably one of the most stylish and individual camps here.
Zambia
Latitude 15
This 18-bedroom boutique hotel is the newest, sleekest, most exciting addition to hotels in Lusaka. Latitude 15 interiors are influenced by locally sourced art, each room boasts vibrant décor, progressive architecture and an innovative and creative…
Zambia
KaingU Lodge
Positioned on the beautiful slow-moving Kafue River, KaingU Lodge is situated on the eastern edge of Kafue National Park. Traditionally styled, this small camp centres on a thatched boma. Beside this, a redwood deck looks out…
Zambia
Thorntree River Lodge
Set in the Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park and only a short distance from Victoria Falls, this elegant river-facing lodge lies on the banks of the Zambezi. Built in a contemporary style, Thorntree River Lodge centres on a…
Experiences to consider
Zambia offers incredible experiences that will help us to create a bespoke and memorable journey for you.
Meet our experts
A passion for travel runs right through every one of our experts - meaning they're always ready with first-hand insight about their specialist countries.
Illona Cross
Born in a small South African town, I have always followed my passion for nature and discovery. After studying Nature Conservation in Pretoria, I was one of the first women to complete a very tough cadetship in the Natal Parks Board. It was here where I cut my teeth in African wildlife management.
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Chris Johnston
Chris is the Conde Nast Traveller chosen Specialist for Africa.
25 years ago, my first trip to Africa took on a life of its own. I planned for three months, I stayed for two years. Whilst there, I was mistaken for a priest, attacked by sharks and arrested. Yet the countless, clattering journeys opened my eyes to the beauty of the landscapes and the grace of the people. My recent trips are undoubtedly more comfortable, but the welcome is as warm as ever and the best experiences are still those I never see coming.
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Explore Zambia
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North & South Luangwa
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Lower Zambezi
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Livingstone
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Kafue National Park
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Liuwa Plain National Park
Why Choose Steppes?
Our knowledge and expertise set us apart. So too our curiosity. It is this that drives us to create a journey that is really bespoke to you, all the while ensuring we travel and operate sustainably.
Are you ready to discover extraordinary once again?
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