Day 1: Lilongwe to South Luangwa National Park
Depart from Lilongwe at 8 a.m. towards the Luangwa Valley in Zambia with lunch en route. Arrive at the Msandile River Lodge and spend time acclimatizing to the African bush. The tented safari camp is overlooking the Luangwa River close to an elephants crossing point.
The tents are spacious step-in safari tents standing under a roof cover that provides extra shade. In addition to offering a breathtaking view over the river, every tent is fitted with two single beds with crisp linen and bedding, a large box-shaped mosquito net, a small cupboard, a fan, and two comfortable chairs.
On the Msandile River Lodge’s property you can find a pool, the main lounge area, a restaurant, and a bar. After the welcome snack you can rest or go for a swim in the lodge’s pool. Enjoy dinner at the Msandile River Lodge restaurant while listening to the sounds of the great outdoors. Relax over a drink before retiring for the evening.
Day 2: South Luangwa National Park
Start the day with a pre-game drive breakfast at the Msandile River Lodge restaurant, followed by an early morning game drive with one of our experienced guides. Enjoy the sights of the national park before returning to the lodge for a well-needed brunch.
After lunch, there is the possibility to swim in the lodge’s pool before entering the national park once more to go on a late afternoon / night game drive. This is a unique way to view the nocturnal activity of the park. Dinner will be served at the Msandile River Lodge’s dining area.
Day 3: South Luangwa National Park
After an early morning breakfast it is time to expand your list of spotted game by going on a morning game drive. Return to the camp for lunch. After lunch, there is time to relax and take a swim at the lodge’s pool, before going on the second late afternoon / night game drive.
Experience the amazing atmosphere of the park during the late hours of the day and observe its inhabitants’ activities. When arriving back at the camp you will enjoy your dinner at the Msandile Lodge restaurant.
Day 4: South Luangwa National Park to Lilongwe
After breakfast, depart for Lilongwe. Stop on the way at the Tribal Textile Workshop for about 30 minutes to see the beautiful fabrics that are made by the local craftsmen and artists. Arrive back in Lilongwe in the afternoon.
