Zambia's Flying Wonders – Kasanka Bat Safari

After you arrive in Lusaka, anticipation builds as you are taken to our campsite, just 15 minutes outside the city, idyllically located under shady trees in the midst of unspoilt nature.

Eureka Camp offers a charmingly rustic experience with clean sanitary facilities and warm water for a refreshing shower.

As the sun goes down, we gather around the campfire for our first dinner together, lovingly prepared by our talented bush cook. The delicious aroma fills the air as we swap stories – the perfect start to the adventure ahead.

Overnight at Eureka Camp.

After an early breakfast full of anticipation, we set off for Mkushi, with a short stopover in Serenje to refuel our vehicles and stock up on supplies for the adventure ahead.

We then continue to today's campsite, idyllically located directly on the Great North Road on a 160-hectare site with protected, indigenous forest. This enchanting natural paradise is home to the rare Lord Derby's anomalure, a gliding squirrel-like rodent that fascinates with its unique gliding membrane between its front and hind legs, a true wonder of nature.

Bird lovers also get their money's worth here: with a little luck you may spot the colourful violet-backed sunbird, the pretty garden tree creeper or the striking white-tailed crested flycatcher.

After our arrival, you can enjoy a hot shower before relaxing with a refreshing drink. In the evening we gather around the campfire for dinner together, prepared by our talented bush cook, and share stories and laughter under Zambia's sparkling starry sky.

Overnight in a rooftop tent at a campsite with shared sanitary facilities.

Today we get up early and enjoy a hearty breakfast before heading to the enchanting Kasanka National Park.

Our campsite is nestled in lush evergreen forest and offers a wonderful view of a tranquil swamp landscape – a favourite haunt of the shy sitatunga antelope.

Close by are the famous Bat Forest and Fibwe Hide, an impressive 18-metre-high viewing point in a majestic mahogany tree.

Here you have the best chances of experiencing natural wonders up close: watch sitatunga moving through the swamps in the early morning, and marvel in the evening at the breathtaking spectacle of the fruit bat migration, as millions of animals turn the sky into a living swirl at dusk.

This Zambia bat migration safari is undoubtedly a highlight of our trip. Over the next two days you will explore this extraordinary region with experienced local guides and learn more about the fascinating world of the fruit bats, birds and other wildlife that live here.

Overnight in a rooftop tent at a campsite with shared sanitary facilities.

We start the day with one last exciting opportunity to spot the shy sitatunga, a true gem of Zambia's wetlands.

After breakfast, we set off for the breathtaking Mutinondo Wilderness, where the beauty of nature awaits us at every step. You can explore this unspoilt conservation area at your own pace: on a leisurely walk through the lush landscape or with a refreshing dip in the crystal-clear water of the Mutinondo River.

In the evening we gather around the crackling campfire, tell stories and enjoy a delicious dinner under the starry sky.

Overnight in a rooftop tent at a campsite with shared sanitary facilities.

After an early breakfast, we set off on an exciting journey north – to the legendary Bangweulu Wetlands, a Ramsar-protected site and one of the most important wetlands in the world.

Over the next two days you can immerse yourself fully in the quiet beauty of the African bush, surrounded by a breathtaking variety of wildlife. Explore the park at your own pace: on guided bird walks, where you can watch the colourful bustle of the birdlife, or on a peaceful mokoro trip in search of the rare and majestic shoebill.

This is a unique opportunity to connect with the fascinating biodiversity of this extraordinary wetland. Every moment invites you to rediscover the wonders of nature.

Overnight in a rooftop tent at a campsite with shared sanitary facilities.

After an early breakfast, we head back along the Great North Road to the cosy campsite where we will spend the evening.

After our arrival, you can enjoy a hot shower to freshen up and recharge after an eventful day. When the sun goes down, grab a cool drink and relax in the peaceful atmosphere. Dinner is prepared and served by our talented bush cook at the campfire.

Overnight in a rooftop tent at a campsite with shared sanitary facilities.

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast and take the morning slowly as you savour the last moments in the beauty of Zambia.

Then we set off south back to Lusaka, along the well-built Great North Road to Eureka Camping Park.

There you can enjoy a hot shower and treat yourself to an ice-cold beer – the perfect way to round things off.

In the evening we come together for dinner (at your own expense), share stories and look back on the unforgettable experiences of our trip.

Overnight at Eureka Camp.

To finish, we enjoy one last breakfast together before the transfer to the airport.

Even though we now leave this impressive country behind, the magic of Zambia will live on in your memories and perhaps inspire you to your next trip very soon!