Zambia’s Ultimate Leisure Cycling Tour

On the second day, from morning until noon, you'll participate in several water-based activities at the stunning Tiffany’s Canyon Lodge.

Here’s the schedule for the day:

07:30 am: Wake up and enjoy a warm bath.

08:00 am to 08:30 am: Enjoy a hearty breakfast.

09:00 am: Attend a brief orientation led by the trip leader, after which you'll begin your water activities.

12:30 pm to 1:30 pm: Relish your delicious lunch.

Afternoon session: Spend the entire afternoon relaxing to prepare for the cycling tour the next day.

Tip: Additional activities: If you still have some energy, feel free to engage in more water activities at your leisure.

6:00 pm – 7:00 pm: Enjoy a delightful dinner.

9:30 pm: Head to bed for a restful night’s sleep.

A Relaxed Day on the Road

Today’s ride is an easy, scenic journey along the Kafue T-2 Highway, passing through small farms, elegant estates, and views of the Kafue Hills. Most of the route is a gentle downhill ride toward Kafue Town, located on the north bank of the Kafue River.

Notable landmark: You’ll cross Zambia’s main railway line (Livingstone–Lusaka–Copperbelt) before reaching town.

Stop 1: Kafue Town (16.4 km)

Take a break at Kafue Mall for a tasty meal or snack. Try the famous Hungry Lion fried chicken, or grab fresh fruit from Pay-Less Supermarket—both inside the mall.

Stop 2: Muyanganas by Kafue Bridge (11.4 km further)

Continue to Muyanganas, a riverside restaurant near the historic Kafue Bridge. Relax on the wooden deck under umbrellas, enjoy a drink, and watch the sunset over the peaceful Kafue River, which supplies water to Lusaka and nearby towns.

This marks the end of your cycling for the day.

Transfer to Lodge (6 km non-cycling zone)

Due to heavy truck traffic near the weighbridge and customs checkpoint, this stretch is covered by vehicle.

17:00 pm – Check in at Kafue Riverview Lodge (non-smoking, alcohol-free).
19:00 pm – Dinner.
21:00 pm – Rest and recharge for tomorrow’s adventure.

Today, you'll be relaxing at the peaceful, smoke-free, and alcohol-free Kafue Riverview Lodge, where you can unwind and take it easy.

What’s on the agenda for today: A variety of exciting activities tailored just for you, including exhilarating hiking, fishing, boat cruises, birdwatching, and soothing wellness relaxation experiences await you.

Friendly reminder: Please be aware that wellness activities at Kafue Riverview Lodge are provided as a complimentary service. They may not always be available during this Munali cycling tour.

Overview of Kafue Riverview Lodge:

Kafue Riverview Lodge is dedicated to promoting a healthy lifestyle and maintains a strict no smoking and no alcohol policy. This means smoking and alcohol consumption are prohibited on the lodge premises. While wellness activities are complimentary, they may not always be offered on this Munali cycling tour. Nevertheless, every effort will be made to ensure you can participate in at least one wellness activity to enhance your physical well-being.

Laundry day: You’ll have access to a washing machine and tumble dryer at Kafue Riverview Lodge. You can choose when to do your laundry today.

12:30 pm – 1:30 pm: Savor delicious and nutritious meals and beverages.

Afternoon session: Engage in additional activities that you may have missed during the morning.

7:00 pm: Enjoy a delightful dinner featuring healthy options.

9:00 pm: Time to retire for the night.

Leaving Kafue Riverview Lodge

After breakfast, check out and travel 1.8 km (1.1 mi) on a dusty road to the T-1 Livingstone main road near Turnpike Junction.

Cycling on the T-1 Route

You’ll ride along Zambia’s main tourist highway toward Munali Hills, covering 20 km (12.4 mi) to the base of the hills. This road is the principal corridor connecting Lusaka to the southern tourism hub.

None-Cycling Zone: The Munali Hills are off-limits for cycling. From the foot of the hills, the service vehicle carries you through the mountains, with a stop at the Munali National Monument, commemorating Dr. David Livingstone’s passage through the Munali Pass.

After the visit, cycle from the bottom of the hills to the gate of Munali Coffee Farm (Mubuyu Farm).

Chikankanta District Cultural Visit

From Mubuyu Farm, travel by vehicle to Chikankanta Mission, your base for 2 nights with a full day of cultural activities.

About the Mission: The Chikankanta Mission includes a hospital, nursing and biomedical colleges, a secondary school, a church, and Salvation Radio. It’s surrounded by hills and traditional villages, with the Palace of Chieftainess Mwenda at the far end.

Arrival & Evening:

Comfortable accommodation arranged

Welcomed by the Chief’s representative
19:00 – Dinner with healthy local foods
21:00 – Retire for the night

Cultural Day with Chieftainess Mwenda

Today is your long-awaited cultural immersion. You’ll meet Chieftainess Mwenda at her Basanje Palace and spend the day exploring life in Chikankanta village and around the Chikankata Mission.

Village Tour Overview:

Spend the day connecting with villagers and experiencing authentic rural Zambian life.

Guided by knowledgeable local Zambians passionate about tradition, under the supervision of your Trip Leader.

Schedule of the Day

07:30 am – Wake up and take a warm bath
08:00–08:30 am – Breakfast
09:00 am – Trip Leader briefing on the day’s activities

09:30 am – Visit Basanje Palace

Escorted by the chief’s council, you may meet Chieftainess Mwenda or a senior representative.

Present gifts according to traditional protocol.

Receive a warm welcome, hear the history of her people, and enjoy a palace tour.

Group photo with the Chieftainess and her Indunas.

Receive blessings before village visits.

Village Tours

Explore multiple homesteads with a certified village guide; English translations available if needed.

Experience local customs, daily routines, and traditional hospitality.

Respect cultural norms: cover arms and legs; a wrap-around skirt is recommended.

Evening Cultural Experience

18:00–21:00 – Enjoy traditional entertainment around a bonfire.

Watch performances led by villagers and headmen.

Taste locally prepared traditional dishes.

21:30 pm – Retire for the night.

After a full day of engaging cultural experiences in the Chikankanta district, your journey will continue with an overland vehicle ride. Following that, you will cycle along the T-1 highway towards Mazabuka, covering a distance of 25 kilometers. At the 25-kilometer point, you'll be picked up by the service vehicle to take you to the next stop in Mazabuka town.

10:30 am – Arrive in Mazabuka, known as “The Sweetest Town” in Zambia due to its large-scale sugar cane production, which is processed into household sugar. You will have lunch at a nice restaurant in Mazabuka. After your meal, you will travel by service vehicle to your next destination, Monze.

11:30 am – Depart for Monze via the service vehicle, the town located after Mazabuka.

Non-Cycling Zone

The route from Mazabuka to Monze is designated as a non-cycling zone (NRZ) due to poor road conditions that make cycling unsafe and challenging. As you drive along the Mazabuka-Monze road, you'll pass extensive sugar plantations and several small village settlements on your way to Monze, which is approximately 72 kilometers from Mazabuka.

1:20 pm: Arrive in Monze, an agricultural town with a population of around 163,578.

1:30 pm: Enjoy some snacks at the Indian Restaurant, Food Royal, or any other upscale restaurant in Monze.

4:00 pm: Check in at Family Safari Lodge in Monze, located about 3 kilometers outside of town along the T-1 road.

Note: If Family Safari Lodge is fully booked during your visit, you'll be accommodated in another lodge of similar quality in Monze.

6:00 pm: Dinner for the day.

7:00 pm: Retire for a restful night's sleep.

08:10 am: Wake-up call, followed by a warm shower.

08:10 am – 08:30 am: Enjoy breakfast.

10:00 am: Visit the Samu Lya Moomba national heritage site located outside Monze town in the Bweengwa area, within Chief Choongo’s chiefdom, to explore Zambia's rich cultural heritage.

Narration: Samu Lya Moomba is significant in Zambia's history, as it served as a meeting point for freedom fighters from across the nation who strategized for Zambia's political independence.

12:30 pm – 1:30 pm: Return to Family Safari Lodge for lunch.

Comment: You may stop by Choppies supermarket in Monze town to pick up some personal items.

Afternoon session: Spend the afternoon relaxing either in your lodge room or by the poolside, with the chance to observe some local wildlife, including lions and zebras.

6:00 pm: Dinner for the day.

7:00 pm: Head to bed for a restful night's sleep.

Note: If there are no available accommodations at Family Safari Lodge during your stay, you will be assigned to a different lodge in Monze of similar quality.

Cycle from Family Safari Lodge in Monze to Chisekesi and further, covering a distance of 35 km (21.7 miles).

Next, you will be transported by service vehicle from Chisekesi to Batoka.

Please note that the 48 km section of the T-1 road is not designated for cycling. You will be taken by the support vehicle from Chisekesi directly to Batoka.

Cycling: Once in Batoka, you will get on your bicycles and ride towards the Daniel Mukombwe Toll Gate, which is approximately 15 km (9.3 miles) away.

Cycling: After reaching the Daniel Mukombwe Toll Gate, you will be picked up by the service vehicle and taken to Twin Cave Lodge in Choma.

6:00 pm: Dinner for the day.

7:00 pm: Time to retire for a peaceful night's sleep.

Note: If Twin Cave Lodge is fully booked during your stay, alternative accommodation of similar quality will be arranged in Choma.

Check out from Twin Cave Lodge, then take a morning tour of the Choma Museum.

Mid-morning: Depart from Choma by cycling to Tara siding along the T-1 highway, covering a distance of 35 km (15.5 miles).

Next, travel by vehicle from Tara siding to Kalomo town, heading south on the original T-1 main tourist road of Zambia (the Livingstone – Lusaka route).

You will visit the Kalundu Mound, located about 3 km before reaching Kalomo. This slightly elevated mound, which the main road passes through, marks the site of an Iron-Age village and consists of debris accumulated over centuries of habitation.

Check in at a quality lodge in Kalomo.

6:00 pm: Dinner for the day.

7:00 pm: Retire for a restful night’s sleep.

Today marks your longest cycling journey, covering 60 km (37.3 miles)!

Your first activity of the day involves traveling by car to the outskirts of Kalomo to visit the first state house of North-Western Rhodesia, which is now part of modern-day Zambia.

Additional information: The Administrator's House, a national monument located in Kalomo, Zambia, is 116 years old. It was the initial residence of the administrator from the British South African Company (BSAco) who oversaw what was then known as North-Western Rhodesia. It is thought that this house served as the first state house of present-day Zambia.

Mid-morning: Depart from Kalomo to Zimba by cycling an uninterrupted distance of 60 km (37.3 miles), which will be the longest leg of your trip. After reaching the 60 km mark, you will be transported in a service vehicle to a comfortable lodge or hotel in Livingstone.

Overview of Livingstone

Livingstone, your destination, is rich in natural beauty and cultural heritage, and has become the tourism hub of Zambia. It is known as the adventure capital of southern Zambia and is home to the magnificent Victoria Falls, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

6:00 pm: Dinner for the day

7:00 pm: Retire for a restful night's sleep.

You will spend the early hours of the morning relaxing in your room.

Exciting Game Drive and Rhino Walk

10:30 am: This excursion includes a game drive and a Rhino walk in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, which takes place towards the end of the tour.

1:30 - 2:00 pm: Enjoy a delicious lunch.

2:00 pm: Explore the Livingstone Museum.

The Livingstone Museum, established in 1934 as the David Livingstone Memorial Museum, is the largest and oldest museum in Zambia. It was originally named the Rhodes-Livingstone Museum but was renamed to Livingstone Museum in 1966.

3:00 pm: Visit Mukuni Park Curio Market.

If you're seeking a souvenir from your time in Livingstone or Africa, this market is the place to find it. There are several permanent shops and stalls offering mainly traditional items like animal carvings, artwork, bowls, baskets, and traditional clothing that you can purchase as mementos.

Afterward, you will be taken back to your lodge to relax and prepare for a special farewell dinner.

Special Evening Farewell Dinner: Celebrate the conclusion of your 13-day Munali cycling adventure in style at a lovely restaurant in Livingstone.

05:30 am - 05:50 am: Rise and take your morning shower.

06:00 am: Carefully organize and pack your personal items into your travel bag.

08:20 am: Enjoy your final delightful breakfast and say goodbye to your new friends in Livingstone.

10:00 am: If you’re leaving on the last day and have shared your international flight details, you will receive a complimentary transfer to the airport.