Activities in Lusaka

21 Days Safari Adventure Explore Zambia National Parks

If you want an amazing safari in Zambia look no further than Exploration Africa Wildlife and Safaris.

In August 2026 I spent 3 weeks on a Lodge Safari in Zambia with Andrew and Moses from Exploration Africa Wildlife and Safaris. My husband and I previously had the pleasure of being guided by them both for 2 weeks in 2023 through Zambia and enjoyed their knowledge, skills, experience, professionalism and company so much I arranged for them to show me more of their country. This time I travelled with a girlfriend. Andrew and Moses were waiting for us at Livingstone Airport and for the next 3 weeks we covered Victoria Falls, Lusaka, Mkushi, Kasanka National Park, Bangweulu Swamp, Mutindondo Wilderness Park, Kapisha, North Luangwa National Park, and the Nsefu Sector of South Luangwa National Park. We had many game drives and game walks in the National Parks, lucky to see the shoebill stork at Bangweulu, waterfalls in Mutinondo, hot springs at Kapisha, and numerous animals along with wild dogs, leopards, lions, elephants, hippos, hyenas, various antelope and the amazing birds of Africa. I suggested the lodges where I wanted to stay on the safari and Andrew booked all the accommodation on our behalf. We stayed at a variety of lodges which were all unique and fantastic. We had a mixture of eating at the lodges or having Andrew and Moses providing our meals. They are excellent chefs and the meals they produced for us were amazing. This gave us a chance to taste the local Zambian food. They have a lot of contacts so much so that Kasanka National Park and Lodge were closed due to administrative reasons just before we were due to stay there. Andrew arranged for not only to get us into the park but staff to attend to the room, hot water to be available and Andrew and Moses took over the cooking facilities. We had the whole park and lodge to ourselves for 3 days with plenty of game viewing, walks and some amazing meals. We achieved all that was in the itinerary and so much more. There were always surprises that were added to the itinerary which made our safari even so much more than we were expecting. Nothing was too much trouble and they went out of their way to ensure we were always having a great time. They are very proud of their country and we enjoyed learning about Zambia with the knowledge they imparted to us. They are very careful drivers considering the number of trucks that are on the roads along with the potholes and unmade roads. Their vehicle is high off the ground but once inside you have a wonderful view of the passing countryside and villages. If you want to experience the best safari in Zambia I have no hesitation in recommending Andrew and Moses. You will not regret it.

Mulube Cultural Experience – Authentic Zambia Near Lusaka

Mulube village and bat cave tour

What a phenomenal experience, I can very highly recommend! From start to finish, everything about this tour was outstanding. The guides were just fantastic, the people in the village very friendly, and all the things that you get to do and see really leave an impression. It starts by a short drive to the village, it is about 45 minutes from Lusaka. You drive down a scenic road, and then last few minutes get off the main road to get to the village. And – this is a real village, no touristy things, no staged stuff, no pressure to buy things (there is nothing to buy actually 😊). It is a small village of about 8 households. When we got there, we relaxed a bit, got to meet and talk to the locals, etc. Then, you walk around the village, talk to the people how much or little you want to. I asked them about their everyday life, tools they use, things they do, etc. Everyone is super friendly and engaging, but otherwise just going about their daily lives. Then, a short but scenic walk to the cave, with an impromptu lesson on local plants and herbs and how they are used. Then, a tour of the cave which was amazing. The cave is large, so it is about 45 minutes – 1 hour tour. There are lots of fruit bats, completely harmless, and seeing them up close was unforgettable. Apparently, there were bushmen that lived in the cave a while ago, and it is still considered a shrine, so you hear about that too. After that we walked back to the village, for lunch and more interaction with the villagers. We were offered some local food, but if you are not into that no worries – before you get to the village there is a quick stop at a large deli/supermarket where you can get whatever you would like to eat fresh (all included in the price of the tour). We then had some time to play local games, do a pottery class, and then hear about the history of the village. All super interesting and engaging. On the way back, I decided on the fly that I would like to make a stop at the Lusaka National Park. And this gets me back to the tour guides, who were just amazing! They fully accommodated this, got in touch with the rangers, and we made a short detour to the park. We went for a ride around the park, and went to see white rhinos. You get to walk very close to them, and just observe them in their natural habitat. Absolutely majestic! We then went back to Lusaka, got there in the afternoon, so you still have the evening to do whatever else you want to do. Let me also mention that I was the only person on this tour – they told me they usually do small groups, but can accommodate anything. Even though I was on my own, everything felt exceptionally friendly and safe. Truly great experience, and such friendly and nice people all around!

Zambian Traditional Wedding Private Half-Day Guided Tour

Once in a lifetime experience!

YOU MUST DO THIS TOUR. This was a really great experience and the people at the wedding were all friendly. YOU CANNOT GET ANY MORE LOCAL THAN THIS!