Southern Dynasty Safaris
Southern Dynasty Safaris
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12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
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About
Southern Dynasty Safaris offers Livingstone activities for both adrenaline addicts and hopeless romantics. Known as the tourist capital of Zambia and the entry to the famous Victoria Falls. Imagine tours in Livingstone with unique wildlife encounters and breathtaking scenery. Rhinos, elephants, cheetahs, reptile parks, bush walks, or boat trips, a holiday here is an absolute dream!
Livingstone, Zambia
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Tours and Tickets by Southern Dynasty Safaris
Wildlife Watching
2 hours
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Jennifer E
11 contributions
Aug 2021
I don't have enough words to describe how much I appreciate Collins and his of expertise. I traveled in a group of 9. We had a limited amount of time and budget, but he made it work! We started with a beautiful boat cruise in Chobe National Park. We were treated to a delicious lunch at Buzz Coffee in Kasane. We then went on a long game drive towards our campsite in Chobe. Our Kalahari Tours guide, with whom Collins collaborated for part of our excursion, ensured it was the best game drive I have ever experienced, and I have done about six safaris that were all wonderful. We had the best time camping under the beautiful African sky and were warm in our cots overnight. The next morning, we went on a shorter game drive during which we got very close to two big lions! It was the highlight of the trip for me. Our group was then seamlessly whisked away to Livingstone so we could spend several hours at Victoria Falls. Collins took great care of us, working out each and every detail from our initial booking until the last moment when our group was dropped off at the airport. He even coordinated our COVID PCR testing that needed to happen in a short window of time in order to catch our flight back to the US. Traveling this far during a global pandemic was a heavy lift, but Collins was highly communicative and flexible, reassuring us at every step of the journey. I cannot recommend his services highly enough! You will have the trip of a lifetime and feel confident that each arrangement is made thoroughly. Thank you, Collins, for the experience of a lifetime! Should I be blessed enough to come back to this region, I will certainly employ your services again. You've set a high bar and I am greatly appreciative of all you did for us. I felt like we all gained a friend in meeting you! :)
Written August 8, 2021
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Hey Jennifer
We are so thankful for taking time to write us an excellent review. We really appreciate it and are chuffed to hear that you enjoyed the Chobe safari experience and the Victoria Falls Trip with us.
Indeed you had a taste of adventure and safari in two of the iconic travel destinations in Southern Africa.
We hope to you see you soon.
Stay safe! Stay Healthy
#chobenationalpark #chobe #choberiver #vicfalls #victoriafalls
Written August 9, 2021
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Zeid H
London, UK97 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
This was a very well-organised tour of Kafue NP over 4 days (3 nights) organised by Southern Dynasty. We were picked up punctually from our hotel in Lusaka & driven in a private vehicle to our lovely isolated accommodation (Pinnon Lodge) in Kafue NP. We loved it. It included several game drives, a boat trip on the Kafue River & a walking trip with an armed escort; this was all exactly as written on the itinerary provided for us by Mr Collins Kalonga of Southern Dynasty. Collins kindly kept in contact with us during our stay in Kafue to ensure that we are happy with the arrangement - we certainly were happy. The food prepared for us by the cook at the lodge was great & varied. The manager of the lodge (Martin) also acted as our guide/driver & was very knowledgable about the area & its wildlife. All together, a very pleasant & worthwhile experience. At the end of this tour we were returned in comfort to Lusaka.
The following day we travelled by bus to Livingstone & had the pleasure of meeting Collins in person. He helped us when we wanted to change hotels in that town. We were so happy with the service he provided in Kafue NP that we decided to do a brief afternoon tour with him in Mosi oa Tunya NP (outskirts of Livingstone); this he organised for us with his usual efficiency.
I have no hesitation in recommending travellers to use Southern Dynasty for wildlife trips in southern Africa.
The following day we travelled by bus to Livingstone & had the pleasure of meeting Collins in person. He helped us when we wanted to change hotels in that town. We were so happy with the service he provided in Kafue NP that we decided to do a brief afternoon tour with him in Mosi oa Tunya NP (outskirts of Livingstone); this he organised for us with his usual efficiency.
I have no hesitation in recommending travellers to use Southern Dynasty for wildlife trips in southern Africa.
Written October 15, 2023
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Hi Zeid
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your positive experience with Southern Dynasty Safaris and your recent trip to Kafue National Park. We're thrilled to hear that you had such a fantastic and well-organized tour over the course of 4 days.
It's wonderful to know that the itinerary, including game drives, a boat trip on the Kafue River, and a walking trip with an armed escort, all lived up to your expectations. We're pleased to hear that Mr. Collins Kalonga kept in contact with you during your stay to ensure everything was going smoothly.
We're especially glad to hear that you enjoyed your accommodation at Pinnon Lodge and found the food prepared by the cook to be great and varied. Martin, the lodge manager and your guide/driver, sounds like he provided a knowledgeable and enjoyable experience, enhancing your overall trip.
It's fantastic that the positive experience extended beyond Kafue NP to Livingstone, where Collins continued to assist you, even helping with hotel changes. The addition of a brief afternoon tour in Mosi oa Tunya NP showcases the efficiency and dedication Southern Dynasty has in catering to their clients' needs.
Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we are grateful for your trust in Southern Dynasty Safaris for wildlife trips in southern Africa. We hope to welcome you back for more unforgettable adventures in the future.
Safe travels,
Written December 15, 2023
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Marc D
4 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
We booked a very short-term 3 day Safari based in one Lodge to the Khwai Area in Botswana with Southern Dynasty with multiple Game drives.
Mr. Collins provided quick support, great service and organized this trip very short-term. We were very pleased as customers for the spontanous service and the great tour which was organized with African Excursions.
Mr. Collins provided quick support, great service and organized this trip very short-term. We were very pleased as customers for the spontanous service and the great tour which was organized with African Excursions.
Written October 8, 2023
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Dear Marc
Thank you so much for your kind words and for choosing Southern Dynasty for your last-minute safari adventure to the Khwai Area in Botswana! We're thrilled to hear that Mr. Collins provided you with quick and excellent support in organizing your trip. It's fantastic to know that you were pleased with the spontaneous service and the great tour arranged through African Excursions.
At Southern Dynasty, we strive to make every safari experience memorable and seamless for our customers. We appreciate your positive feedback and are delighted that you enjoyed the multiple game drives during your 3-day safari. If there are any specific highlights or aspects of the trip that stood out to you, we'd love to hear more.
Thank you once again for entrusting us with your safari experience. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for more incredible adventures in the future! Safe
Written December 12, 2023
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Lisa K
10 contributions
Aug 2021 • Friends
What an amazing adventure! We began with a wonderful boat safari in the Chobe River where we saw so many hippos, crocodiles, and an awesome variety of birds. Our group then enjoyed an outstanding land safari in Chobe National Park. We came so close to elephants, giraffes, lions, zebras, kudu, and so many other animals. We stopped for an awe-inspiring sunset that was magical. Traveling deeper in the bush, we headed to our campsite. Such a fun experience to camp in the bush! The next morning we explored more on another game drive. Our group was then driven to Zambia where we spent the day exploring the beauty and power of Victoria Falls. Then we were safely driven to our hostel.
I would highly recommend Southern Dynasty Safaris as Collins was so helpful, prompt, friendly, and knowledgeable. We felt well taken care of throughout our adventure. His expertise enabled us to have a stress-free experience. It was truly an outstanding adventure with stellar service provided by Southern Dynasty Safaris!
I would highly recommend Southern Dynasty Safaris as Collins was so helpful, prompt, friendly, and knowledgeable. We felt well taken care of throughout our adventure. His expertise enabled us to have a stress-free experience. It was truly an outstanding adventure with stellar service provided by Southern Dynasty Safaris!
Written August 9, 2021
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Hi Lisa Fuhr Koop
Trusting you travelled safely back home.
Thank you so much for choosing to embark on a Chobe safari experience and a Victoria Falls Tip with us. We further appreciate your recommendation and excellent 5 star review on our tripadvisor.
We are all highly thrilled to know you had a fantastic experience with our team on this safari trip.
All the best on your onward travels, it was a pleasure to host you and we look forward to having you safari with us again.
Best regards home
Stay safe! Stay Healthy!
#safari #safariadventure #safaritour #Holidays #chobenationalpark #choberiver #chobe #vicfalls #victoriafalls #southerndynastysafaris #africasafari #africatravel
Written August 10, 2021
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Chris Hedges
2 contributions
Aug 2021
I had the pleasure of planning and booking a trip with Southern Dynasty. They are an amazing company. There are no words for how happy I was with the quality of the trip and the service that we received. The company is lead by Collins who is a local Zambian and he really know what he is doing. Because of covid our group was worried about how things were going to work so we asked a lot of questions and sent a lot of emails (51 back and forth) Collins helped us every step of the way in a quick and professional manner. Everyone who works for him is very knowledgeable, kind and helpful. Collins really runs an amazing operation.
We enjoyed a camping safari in Chobe national park. The game drive and the boat cruise was amazing we saw so many different animals. The guide did a great job of making sure everyone got a chance to see and found so many animals hiding in the bush. We then camped. I have done several safaris in different locations and this was the best safari yet. We then camped and had dinner. Camping was a great way to experience and respect the nature around us. We also had a great meal and felt safe the entire time. We then got up and had breakfast and went on another game drive before getting driven to Zambia to go to the falls. The guides helped us through customs and again answered any questions that we had. The falls were great we spent several hours looking at their beauty. Then Collins got us back safe to our hostel.
My wifi is not strong I really want to share photos but I am unable to so I will create another post later to show the amazing things that we were able to see.
Thank you Collins and team. You all are amazing.
PS we loved and trusted them so much that we have planned some more adventures with Southern Dynasty and will use them in the future.
We enjoyed a camping safari in Chobe national park. The game drive and the boat cruise was amazing we saw so many different animals. The guide did a great job of making sure everyone got a chance to see and found so many animals hiding in the bush. We then camped. I have done several safaris in different locations and this was the best safari yet. We then camped and had dinner. Camping was a great way to experience and respect the nature around us. We also had a great meal and felt safe the entire time. We then got up and had breakfast and went on another game drive before getting driven to Zambia to go to the falls. The guides helped us through customs and again answered any questions that we had. The falls were great we spent several hours looking at their beauty. Then Collins got us back safe to our hostel.
My wifi is not strong I really want to share photos but I am unable to so I will create another post later to show the amazing things that we were able to see.
Thank you Collins and team. You all are amazing.
PS we loved and trusted them so much that we have planned some more adventures with Southern Dynasty and will use them in the future.
Written August 5, 2021
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Hi Chris
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your incredible experience with Southern Dynasty Safaris! We're thrilled to hear that your trip exceeded expectations, and we appreciate your kind words about Collins and the team.
It's wonderful to know that the company's professionalism and responsiveness, especially during the challenges posed by COVID-19, played a crucial role in ensuring a smooth and enjoyable journey. Collins' expertise and the team's knowledge, kindness, and helpfulness have not gone unnoticed, and we're glad they contributed to the success of your safari.
Your description of the camping safari in Chobe National Park, the game drives, boat cruise, and the overall experience with nature is truly captivating. We're delighted to hear that it was the best safari yet for you. Your trust and satisfaction mean the world to us.
We look forward to seeing the amazing photos in your future post, and we're honored to be a part of your adventures. Thank you for choosing Southern Dynasty, and we can't wait to welcome you back for more incredible experiences in the future!
Best regards,
Written December 12, 2023
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Barbara T
Reggio Emilia, Italy116 contributions
Apr 2022
I do reccomend this tour operator, we booked everyting with them accomodations, game drive everything from Zimbabwe to Botswana.
Collins helped us from the very beginning till the day we left, we would not have changed a thing. Everything was perfect, the accomodation, the guides, the game drive, everything we would not have asked for more, well yes more time to spend in these beautiful places,
They are impeccable, I cannot thank Collins enough for helping us till the first day till our arrival in Italy, He checked if we were ok every single day. Even when our vacation was over he make sure we arrived home safe and sound.
Thank you for your help and for a marvellous experience,
Do book with them you wont regret it.
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Collins helped us from the very beginning till the day we left, we would not have changed a thing. Everything was perfect, the accomodation, the guides, the game drive, everything we would not have asked for more, well yes more time to spend in these beautiful places,
They are impeccable, I cannot thank Collins enough for helping us till the first day till our arrival in Italy, He checked if we were ok every single day. Even when our vacation was over he make sure we arrived home safe and sound.
Thank you for your help and for a marvellous experience,
Do book with them you wont regret it.
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Written April 24, 2022
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Dear Barbara
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that your journey, from accommodations to game drives, across Zimbabwe and Botswana was perfect and exceeded your expectations.
Collins is truly valued for his assistance from the beginning to the end, ensuring a seamless and memorable experience for you. It's heartening to know that everything, including the accommodation, guides, and game drives, met your satisfaction. We're glad that Collins went above and beyond to check on your well-being even after your vacation concluded, showcasing our commitment to excellent service.
Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we're grateful for the opportunity to be a part of your marvelous experience. If you ever plan another adventure or have friends seeking recommendations, we'd be honored to assist. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you back for more unforgettable experiences in the future!
Best regards,
Written December 12, 2023
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Ankitha Rajendaran
Dubai, United Arab Emirates41 contributions
Dec 2021
Thanks to Collins for helping us get through a tough time during the recent covid lockdown in Southern Africa. Your timely efforts were much appreciated. We look forward to getting back to this part of the world very soon and having a memorable time. Thanks for handling all the ground-level coordination efficiently. Keep up the great work. See you soon!
Written December 6, 2021
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Hi Ankitha and Anand
We are so grateful for such a wonderful review about your experience with us. Even though your trip was cut short due to some COVID-19 related restrictions, you still managed to have some great time in Livingstone.
We look forward to hosting in 2022.
Enjoy you stay and stay safe
Written December 6, 2021
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Namukulo M
Lusaka234 contributions
The Lady Livinstone is the second or third largest cruise boat on the Zambian side of the Zambezi river. The largest is the one at Radisson Blu Hotel and I think the second largest should be the African Queen. That said you get good food on the Lady Livingstone and the route extends further up the Zambezi River than the other boats. Sadly the PA system on the boat wasn't used and so it was hard to hear the tour guide explaining details about the Zambezi River. I also got the feeling that the waiters were less than what was required so the wait time for service was longer than on other cruises.
Written April 20, 2024
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Hi Edwin
It sounds like you had a mixed experience on the Lady Livingstone Sunset Cruise. It's great to hear that you enjoyed the food and appreciated the extended route along the Zambezi River. However, I understand your disappointment with the lack of use of the PA system, which made it difficult to fully engage with the tour guide's explanations. Additionally, longer wait times for service can certainly impact the overall enjoyment of the cruise. Your feedback about the need for better communication and service is valuable and I hope the cruise operators take it into consideration for future improvements. Thank you for sharing your thoughts!
Written April 21, 2024
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Navigate22975617610
1 contribution
Apr 2024 • Family
The views were amazing we took videos and photos with the help of our tour guide , what a refreshing experience we had wowed
Written April 12, 2024
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We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the stunning views and captured memorable moments with the assistance of your tour guide! It's wonderful to know that your experience was refreshing and left you feeling wowed. Thank you for choosing to share your special moments with us, and we hope to welcome you back again soon for more unforgettable experiences!
Written April 14, 2024
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Jo K
Worcester, UK9,007 contributions
A bigger review is on the sunset cruise 🚢 in trip advisor. But we loved 🥰 it. Everyone goes upstairs be tbh the wildlife views are best from the docking level. Take a jacket as it can be breezy.
Written January 20, 2024
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Dear Jo,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts on your January trip along the Zambezi River. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the sunset cruise! It's wonderful that you found the wildlife views to be best from the docking level—your insights are valuable for future travelers.
We appreciate the tip about bringing a jacket, as it can get breezy. Our team strives to create memorable experiences, and your positive feedback reinforces our commitment to providing exceptional adventures on the Zambezi River.
We look forward to welcoming you back on another journey with us in the future.
Warm regards,
Southern Dynasty Safaris Team
Written January 30, 2024
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