Journey
Northern Zambia Safari Circuit
Begin with arranged air access to remote North Luangwa, then follow the seasonal road route through Mpika to Bangweulu's shoebill and black-lechwe wetlands, Kasanka's forest and bat migration, and Serenje.
Lusaka to North Luangwa
Service must be requested or arranged.
Typical duration: 120 minutes
North Luangwa National Park
Allow several nights for guided walking, game drives, and remote Luangwa Valley conditions.
North Luangwa to Mpika
Travel times vary with traffic, weather, and road conditions.
Typical duration: 360 minutes
Mpika
Pause on the Great North Road for an overnight, supplies, and the next access check.
Mpika to Bangweulu Wetlands
Typical duration: 300 minutes
Bangweulu Wetlands
Explore shoebill and black-lechwe habitat by the transport mode suited to current water levels.
Bangweulu Wetlands to Kasanka
Typical duration: 300 minutes
Kasanka National Park
Enter at Mulembo Gate for wetland wildlife, hides, birding, and the seasonal bat gathering when present.
Kasanka to Serenje
Typical duration: 120 minutes
Serenje
Finish at the Great North Road gateway for an overnight or onward connection.