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FROM US$5,220-US$6,080

Fruit Bat Safari

Offering a highly specialised experienced, this safari uses two simple bases for access to South Luangwa and Kasanka National Parks. Visit between October and December when you will witness the world’s largest mammalian migration of millions of fruit bats.

Fruit Bat Safari: Prices & Details

Prices & Details for the Fruit Bat Safari

Below are costs for the Fruit Bat Safari and details of what’s included. This is just an example of what we do; each of our holidays is tailor-made. Contact our Expert team now for them to design a trip that will suit you really well.

At a glance

Starts: Lusaka International Airport
2 nights Flatdogs Camp - South Luangwa National Park, Zambia Full Board
3 nights Wasa Lodge - Northern Zambia, Zambia Full Board
1 night Flatdogs Camp - South Luangwa National Park, Zambia Full Board
Ends: Lusaka International Airport
Fruit Bat Safari: prices

Holiday price guide

Include international flights from/to the UK

What's included

  • All meals and most drinks whilst on safari (including all soft drinks, house wines and local beers & spirits).
  • All safari activities, including walking safaris and 4WD safaris in open safari vehicles.
  • Park fees and laundry at all the safari camps.
  • A copy of Zambia: the Bradt Travel Guide, written by Expert Africa's Chris McIntyre

What's not included

  • Champagne & specially imported spirits.
  • Gratuities (which are optional).
  • Zambian visa fees (at present these are $50 per person for a single entry and $80 per person for a multiple entry)

Notes about this trip

    International flights

    Many of our travellers organise their own flights. However, if you're starting in the UK, we can arrange flights to and from Africa as a part of your holiday. Ask us as we design your trip.

    Outbound London Heathrow > Lusaka International Airport
    Return Lusaka International Airport > London Heathrow
    Typical Prices From US$1,410 to US$1,420 pp
    Fruit Bat Safari: flights & prices
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