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Faculty-led travel courses · Africa

Zambia Faculty-Led Travel Course

Zambia is a landlocked southern African country known for its national parks, rivers and welcoming communities. Students visit an elephant orphanage, national parks and Victoria Falls, go on safari and spend time in a local village.

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Good to know

Language
English, plus local languages such as Bemba and Nyanja
Currency
Zambian kwacha (ZMW)
Best season
May–October (dry season)
Typical length
10–14 days (customizable)
Zambia faculty-led travel course

Highlights

What students will see and do

  1. Victoria FallsShared with Zimbabwe on the Zambezi River, it is one of the largest waterfalls in the world.
  2. Elephant orphanageOrphaned elephant calves are raised by keepers and later returned to the wild.
  3. South Luangwa National ParkA park on the Luangwa River known for walking safaris and high wildlife densities.
  4. Zambezi RiverThe fourth-longest river in Africa forms Zambia's southern border and supports boating and fishing.
  5. Local village visitVisits show daily life, farming and community organization in rural Zambia.
  6. LusakaThe capital is a growing commercial city with markets and craft centers.

Faculty-led travel courses

Courses that fit Zambia

Professors build their own syllabus; ARAMFO arranges the visits that bring it to life.

Geography & Environmental StudiesStudents could study wildlife conservation, anti-poaching work and river ecosystems. Psychology, Sociology & Social WorkA course could examine rural community life and development in southern Africa. Education & Teacher PreparationStudents could look at primary education and community schools in rural Zambia. Nursing, Medicine & Public HealthCourses could explore community health and public health challenges in rural areas.

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Where you will go

Academic and professional visits

  • A wildlife rescue or conservation organization
  • A rural community school
  • A local university
  • A community health clinic

Visits are chosen with the professor to match the course.

Itinerary

Sample itinerary

A starting point only — every trip is adjusted to your course, dates and budget.

Customizable. This sample shows the kinds of visits and places available. Days, pace and academic visits are built around your course.

  1. Day 1

    Arrival in Lusaka

    Arrive in Zambia's capital and settle in.

    • Airport transfer to the hotel in Lusaka
  2. Day 2

    Lusaka Wildlife and Culture

    Meet rescued wildlife and discover Zambian crafts and everyday city life.

    • Lilayi Elephant Nursery
    • Lusaka city tour and local markets
    • Kabwata Cultural Village
  3. Day 3

    Lusaka to South Luangwa

    Travel east to one of Africa's best-known wildlife parks.

    • Transfer to South Luangwa National Park
    • Lodge check-in
  4. Day 4

    Safari and Conservation Education

    Begin with an early game drive, then see how conservation is taught to local children.

    • Early morning game drive
    • Visit to a wildlife education center
  5. Day 5

    Walking Safari and Village Visit

    See the park on foot with a guide and meet a local community.

    • Early morning walking safari
    • Visit to a local village, school and clinic
  6. Day 6

    South Luangwa to Lusaka

    Return to the capital.

    • Transfer back to Lusaka
  7. Day 7

    Lusaka to Livingstone

    Travel south to the town beside Victoria Falls.

    • Transfer to Livingstone
    • Hotel check-in
  8. Day 8

    Victoria Falls

    See Mosi-oa-Tunya, "the smoke that thunders", one of the largest waterfalls in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

    • Guided tour of Victoria Falls
  9. Day 9

    Mukuni Village

    Visit a traditional village to learn about local culture and leadership.

    • Mukuni Village visit
    • Academic visit matched to your course (university, school, NGO or company)
  10. Day 10

    Departure Day

    Return to Lusaka and fly home.

    • Check out and transfer to Lusaka
    • Departure from Lusaka airport

What is included

ARAMFO arranges everything

You choose the dates and the airport your group flies from. We handle the logistics and the academic visits so you can focus on teaching.

3–6 credit hours, offered through your own department · 8+ students and the professor's travel cost is covered by ARAMFO · Your dates and your departure airport

  • Airfare from your preferred airport
  • Hotels or student housing
  • Meals as set out in the itinerary
  • Transportation in the host country
  • Tour guides and entrance fees
  • University, company and professional visits
  • A native guide with the group for the whole trip
  • Customized dates and itinerary

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