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RIDE WITH US!

We kindly request that you plan your arrival for a Saturday, the day before our departure to Zambian Horseback Safaris. This allows all riders to settle in, unwind and be fully prepared for an exciting riding adventure!

You may wish to combine your horse safari with a visit to Victoria Falls, in which case our 5, 7 & 8 Horse Safari + Victoria Falls combination packages will be ideal for you. Here, you will be accommodated at our horse ranch Chundukwa River Lodge.

DEPARTUREs 2025

Kindly note that all departures will be crafted around these dates.

PLEASE NOTE THAT A MINIMUM OF 4 GUESTS IS REQUIRED TO CONFIRM A DEPARTURE. Riders and Non-Riders may make up this number!

(Please note that there is no reduced fee for non-riding guests. All guests, regardless of participation, are required to pay the Fully Inclusive Rate)

3 Night Horse Safari starting Sunday 29 June - 1 Tent Available

3 Night Horse Safari starting Sunday 06 July - 1 Tent Available

3 Night Horse Safari starting Sunday 13 July - 4 Tents Available

3 Night Horse Safari starting Sunday 20 July - 4 Tents Available

3 Night Horse Safari starting Sunday 27 July - 4 Tents Available

3, 5, 7 or 8 night trip from Saturday 02 August - 4 Tents Available

3 Night Horse Safari starting Sunday 10 August - 4 Tents Available

3 Night Horse Safari starting Sunday 17 August - 4 Tents Available

3 Night Horse Safari starting Sunday 24 August - 2 Tents Available

3, 5, 7 or 8 night trip from Saturday 30 August - 4 Tents Available

3 Night Horse Safari starting Sunday 07 September - 4 Tents Available

8 night trip from Monday 15 September - Fully Booked

3 Night Horse Safari starting Sunday 21 September - 4 Tents Available

3, 5, 7 or 8 night trip from Saturday 27 September - 3 Tents Available

3 Night Horse Safari starting Sunday 05 October - 4 Tents Available

3, 5, 7 or 8 night trip from Saturday 11 October* - 2 Tents Available

*Kindly request riders consent to being photographed on this trip!

8 night trip from Sunday 19 October - Fully Booked

8 night trip from Sunday 26 October - Fully Booked

8 night trip from Saturday 08 November - Fully Booked

3, 5, 7 or 8 night trip from Saturday 22 November - 2 Tents Available

3, 5, 7 or 8 night trip from Sunday 30 November - 4 Tents Available

3, 5, 7 or 8 night trip from Saturday 06 December - 4 Tents Available

3, 5, 7 or 8 night trip from Saturday 14 December - 4 Tents Available

Christmas Ride! 4 Night Horse Safari 22-26 December - 4 Tents Available

GROUP OFFER 2025

Book 8 riders and QUALIFY for 10% group discount!

The group discount applies on the accommodation rate only at Zambian Horseback Safaris for direct bookings only! T&Cā€™s Apply.

OUR RIDE GUIDE

Closest Airport : Harry Mwanga Nkumbula (Livingstone) International Airport

Our Season : July ā€“ January

Duration : 3 / 5 / 7 / 8 Night Safaris - or craft your own adventure!

Group Size : Max 8 / Min 4

Skill Level : Intermediate Plus / Advanced

View our Riding Policy

Weight Limit : 90kg / 200lbs

Accommodation :

Safari Tents / Zambian Horseback Safaris

Riverside Chalet or Chundu Cottage / Chundukwa River Lodge (pre and post)

Riding Equipment : Saddles and tack are provided. It is essential to bring your own riding hat and gloves.

What to Wear on Horse Safari: Please review our list of recommended riding gear and clothing for your stay with us, which may change dependent on the month of stay!

Explore our itineraries

or create your own dream adventure!

  • Rates

    Shared Accommodation from USD 5,160.00 per person

    Single Rate from USD 6,360.00 per person

    Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey combining the thrill of a Zambian horse safari and a visit to the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls. This 8-night itinerary is the ultimate way to immerse yourself in Africaā€™s wilderness, where pristine landscapes, captivating wildlife and rich local experiences await. Optional add-ons include a swim in the Devils Pool, a day trip to Zimbabwe or a safari into Chobe National Park, known for its abundance of wildlife.

  • 3 Nights at Chundukwa River Lodge

    4 Nights at Zambian Horseback Safaris

    1 Night at Chundukwa River Lodge

    Day 1 : Arrival Day - welcome to Zambia!

    Day 2 : Day at leisure, exploring Victoria Falls and surrounds, suggested lunch on Livingstone Island with Devils Pool swim

    Day 3 : Day at leisure or Chobe Day Trip

    Day 4 - Depart for Zambian Horseback Safaris ā€“ meet your horse on the river bank and ride!

    Day 5: Full Day Riding (ride out at dawn, return for lunch siesta, late afternoon sundowner ride)

    Day 6 : Full Day Riding

    Day 7 : Full Day Riding

    Day 8 : Depart after morning ride and breakfast for Chundukwa River Lodge, afternoon at leisure

    Day 9: Departure Day

    The order of the itinerary is flexible, depending on guest preference and logistics.

  • + 4 Nights at Zambian Horseback Safaris on a Fully Inclusive Basis

    • All your meals, bush picnics, pop-up sundowners, snacks, house wine, beers, soft drinks and teas & coffees

    • 5-7 hours of riding per day, depending on your preference. We make a provision of two horses per rider

    • Single or Shared accommodation in a safari tent in our luxury eco camp

    • Park Fees of USD $50.00 per person per night - a direct contribution to the Simalaha Community Conservancy toward their wildlife and community projects. Thank you for supporting Responsible Tourism!

    • Return Transfers from Chundukwa River Lodge to Zambian Horseback Safaris

    • VAT, Tourism Levy & Service Charges

    + 4 Nights at Chundukwa River Lodge on a Fully Inclusive Basis

    • All your meals, house wine, beers, soft drinks and teas & coffees

    • Livingstone Airport transfers

    • You may choose one of the following experiences with our compliments ā€“ per day; Victoria Falls Day Trip per stay, Horse Riding, Zambezi Cruise, Floating Picnic, accompanied bushwalk, mountain bike tour

    • Victoria Falls Rainforest Entrance fees of US$ 20.00 per person

    • Optional Chobe Day Trip

    • VAT, Tourism Levy & Service Charges

  • + Flights and visas

    + Victoria Falls / Kasane arrivals and departures - available at additional fee

    + Personal medical and travel insurance with medi-evacuation cover (compulsory)

    Zambian Horseback Safaris - our Fully Inclusive Rates exclude premium drinks, the optional starbed experience (an additional fee applies - kindly note that this is not possible in Rainy Season!)

    Chundukwa River Lodge - our Fully Inclusive Rates exclude premium drinks, and any additional activities, transfers or dining experiences outside of Chundukwa that you may opt to do. Should you wish to eat out at a local restaurant or hotel in Livingstone during your stay at Chundukwa River Lodge this will be for your own account.

  • To ensure the best experience for everyone, we kindly ask all interested riders to complete and return our Riding Form. This form helps us understand your riding experience, allowing us to match you with the right horse and ensure a safe, enjoyable safari for all participants.

    Contact us today for more info!

  • Rates

    Shared Accommodation from USD 4,580.00 per person

    Single Rate from USD 5,635.00 per person

    Embark on an unforgettable 7-night journey that combines the thrill of a Zambian horse safari with the awe-inspiring beauty of Victoria Falls. This extraordinary itinerary invites you to experience Africaā€™s wilderness firsthand, with diverse landscapes, captivating wildlife, and enriching cultural encounters.

  • 1 Night at Chundukwa River Lodge

    4 Nights at Zambian Horseback Safaris

    2 Nights at Chundukwa River Lodge

    Day 1 : Arrival Day - overnight at Chundukwa River Lodge

    Day 2 : Depart for Zambian Horseback Safaris ā€“ meet your horse on the river bank and ride!

    Day 3 : Full Day Riding (ride out at dawn, return for lunch siesta, late afternoon sundowner ride)

    Day 4 : Full Day Riding

    Day 5 : Full Day Riding

    Day 6 : Depart after morning ride and breakfast for Chundukwa River Lodge

    Day 7 : Day at leisure, exploring Victoria Falls and surrounds

    Day 8 : Departure Day

  • + 4 Nights at Zambian Horseback Safaris on a Fully Inclusive Basis

    • All your meals, bush picnics, pop-up sundowners, snacks, house wine, beers, soft drinks and teas & coffees

    • 5-7 hours of riding per day, depending on your preference. We make a provision of two horses per rider

    • Single or Shared accommodation in a safari tent in our luxury eco camp

    • Park Fees of USD $50.00 per person per night - a direct contribution to the Simalaha Community Conservancy toward their wildlife and community projects. Thank you for supporting Responsible Tourism!

    • Return Transfers from Chundukwa River Lodge to Zambian Horseback Safaris

    • VAT, Tourism Levy & Service Charges

    + 3 Nights at Chundukwa River Lodge on a Fully Inclusive Basis

    • All your meals, house wine, beers, soft drinks and teas & coffees

    • Livingstone Airport transfers

    • You may choose one of the following experiences with our complimentsā€“ per day; Victoria Falls Day Trip per stay, Horse Riding, Zambezi Cruise, Floating Picnic, accompanied bushwalk, mountain bike tour

    • Victoria Falls Rainforest Entrance fees of US$ 20.00 per person

    • VAT, Tourism Levy & Service Charges

  • + Flights and visas

    + Victoria Falls / Kasane arrivals and departures - available at additional fee

    + Personal medical and travel insurance with medi-evacuation cover (compulsory)

    Zambian Horseback Safaris - our Fully Inclusive Rates exclude premium drinks, the optional starbed experience (an additional fee applies - kindly note that this is not possible in Rainy Season!)

    Chundukwa River Lodge - our Fully Inclusive Rates exclude premium drinks, and any additional activities, transfers or dining experiences outside of Chundukwa that you may opt to do. Should you wish to eat out at a local restaurant or hotel in Livingstone during your stay at Chundukwa River Lodge this will be for your own account.

  • To ensure the best experience for everyone, we kindly ask all interested riders to complete and return our Riding Form. This form helps us understand your riding experience, allowing us to match you with the right horse and ensure a safe, enjoyable safari for all participants.

    Contact us today for more info!

  • Rates

    Shared Accommodation from USD 3,355.00 per person

    Discover Zambiaā€™s hidden gems with an exciting 3-night horse safari, complemented by pre and post accommodation at the luxurious Chundukwa River Lodge.

  • Night at Chundukwa River Lodge

    3 Nights at Zambian Horseback Safaris

    1 Night at Chundukwa River Lodge

    Day 1 : Arrival Day - overnight at Chundukwa River Lodge

    Day 2 : Depart for Zambian Horseback Safaris ā€“ meet your horse on the river bank and ride!

    Day 3 : Full Day Riding (ride out at dawn, return for lunch siesta, late afternoon sundowner ride)

    Day 4 : Full Day Riding

    Day 5 : Depart after morning ride and breakfast for Chundukwa River Lodge. This afternoon explore Victoria Falls and surrounds

    Day 6 : Departure Day

  • + 3 Nights at Zambian Horseback Safaris on a Fully Inclusive Basis

    • All your meals, bush picnics, pop-up sundowners, snacks, house wine, beers, soft drinks and teas & coffees

    • 5-7 hours of riding per day, depending on your preference. We make a provision of two horses per rider

    • Single or Shared accommodation in a safari tent in our luxury eco camp

    • Park Fees of USD $50.00 per person per night - a direct contribution to the Simalaha Community Conservancy toward their wildlife and community projects. Thank you for supporting Responsible Tourism!

    • Return Transfers from Chundukwa River Lodge to Zambian Horseback Safaris

    • VAT, Tourism Levy & Service Charges

    + 2 Nights at Chundukwa River Lodge on a Fully Inclusive Basis

    • All your meals, house wine, beers, soft drinks and teas & coffees

    • Livingstone Airport transfers

    • You may choose one of the following experiences with our complimentsā€“ per day; Victoria Falls Day Trip per stay, Horse Riding, Zambezi Cruise, Floating Picnic, accompanied bushwalk, mountain bike tour

    • Victoria Falls Rainforest Entrance fees of US$ 20.00 per person

    • VAT, Tourism Levy & Service Charges

  • + Flights and visas

    + Victoria Falls / Kasane arrivals and departures - available at additional fee

    + Personal medical and travel insurance with medi-evacuation cover (compulsory)

    Zambian Horseback Safaris - our Fully Inclusive Rates exclude premium drinks, the optional starbed experience (an additional fee applies - kindly note that this is not possible in Rainy Season!)

    Chundukwa River Lodge - our Fully Inclusive Rates exclude premium drinks, and any additional activities, transfers or dining experiences outside of Chundukwa that you may opt to do. Should you wish to eat out at a local restaurant or hotel in Livingstone during your stay at Chundukwa River Lodge this will be for your own account.

  • To ensure the best experience for everyone, we kindly ask all interested riders to complete and return our Riding Form. This form helps us understand your riding experience, allowing us to match you with the right horse and ensure a safe, enjoyable safari for all participants.

    Contact us today for more info!

  • Rates

    Shared Accommodation from USD 1,785.00 per person

    Single Rate from USD 2,250.00 per person

  • 3 Nights at Zambian Horseback Safaris

    Day 1 : Arrival Day - meet at Chundukwa River Lodge in order to depart for Zambian Horseback Safaris ā€“ meet your horse on the river bank and ride!

    Day 2: Full Day Riding (ride out at dawn, return for lunch siesta, late afternoon sundowner ride)

    Day 3 : Full Day Riding

    Day 4 : Depart after morning ride and breakfast for Chundukwa River Lodge

  • + 3 Nights at Zambian Horseback Safaris on a Fully Inclusive Basis

    • All your meals, bush picnics, pop-up sundowners, snacks, house wine, beers, soft drinks and teas & coffees

    • 5-7 hours of riding per day, depending on your preference. We make a provision of two horses per rider

    • Single or Shared accommodation in a safari tent in our luxury eco camp

    • VAT, Tourism Levy & Service Charges

  • + Flights and visas

    + Park Fees of USD $50.00 per person per night - a direct contribution to the Simalaha Community Conservancy toward their wildlife and community projects. Thank you for supporting Responsible Tourism!

    + Return Transfers from Chundukwa River Lodge to Zambian Horseback Safaris

    + Victoria Falls / Kasane arrivals and departures - available at additional fee

    + Personal medical and travel insurance with medi-evacuation cover (compulsory)

    + Premium drinks

    + Starbed Experience

  • To ensure the best experience for everyone, we kindly ask all interested riders to complete and return our Riding Form. This form helps us understand your riding experience, allowing us to match you with the right horse and ensure a safe, enjoyable safari for all participants.

    Contact us today for more info!

  • Rates

    Shared Accommodation from USD 1,260.00 per person (3 Nights)

    Single Rate from USD 1,575.00 per person (3 Nights)

  • Coming Soon!

  • 3 Nights at Zambian Horseback Safaris

    Day 1 : Arrival Day - meet at Chundukwa River Lodge in order to depart for Zambian Horseback Safaris ā€“ meet your horse on the river bank and ride!

    Day 2: Full Day Riding (ride out at dawn, return for lunch siesta, late afternoon sundowner ride)

    Day 3 : Full Day Riding

    Day 4 : Depart after morning ride and breakfast for Chundukwa River Lodge

  • + 3 Nights at Zambian Horseback Safaris on a Full Board Basis

    • All your meals, bush picnics, pop-up sundowners, snacks and teas & coffees

    • 5-7 hours of riding per day, depending on your preference. We make a provision of two horses per rider

    • Single or Shared accommodation in a safari tent in our luxury eco camp

    • VAT, Tourism Levy & Service Charges

    + Optional pre and post accommodation at Chundukwa River Lodge on a Full Board or Self-Catering Basis

  • + Flights and visas

    + Park Fees of USD $50.00 per person per night - a direct contribution to the Simalaha Community Conservancy toward their wildlife and community projects. Thank you for supporting Responsible Tourism!

    + Return Transfers from Chundukwa River Lodge to Zambian Horseback Safaris

    + Victoria Falls / Kasane arrivals and departures - available at additional fee

    + Personal medical and travel insurance with medi-evacuation cover (compulsory)

    + All drinks to be billed on departure

    + Starbed Experience

  • To ensure the best experience for everyone, we kindly ask all interested riders to complete and return our Riding Form. This form helps us understand your riding experience, allowing us to match you with the right horse and ensure a safe, enjoyable safari for all participants.

    Contact us today for more info!

private groups / Family stays

If our horse safari camp is booked on an exclusive-use basis (8 Guests) we are happy to accommodate families with children - and groups of mixed riding abilities, ensuring everyone has a memorable experience tailored to their comfort and skill levels.

Exclusive-use bookings will qualify for a 10% discount on the accommodation rate only at Zambian Horseback Safaris. Direct bookings only! T&Cā€™s Apply.