Muli shani! Welcome to Zambia.
Zambia Impact Travel
Glimpse the adventure in store…
Since 2008 we have brought over 700 travelers to see our work in action.
Our experiences are culturally empowering, mutually beneficial and focused on lasting impact.
Itinerary
On the Spark Ventures Impact Travel Experience to Zambia, you will take part in meaningful engagement with community leaders while experiencing the sights, sounds, and flavors of Zambia (plus an afternoon in neighboring Botswana). Our expertly curated adventure will introduce you to unique cultural highlights, historical insights & natural wonders while you enjoy accommodations in boutique hotels with exceptional meals.
Here’s a more detailed picture of what you can expect each day of the journey:
DAY 1
ARRIVE & SETTLE
Spark staff will greet you at Ndola International Airport (NLA). From there, travel in a private bus to check-in to your boutique accommodations. Settle in and then gather as a group for a relaxed welcome reception. Get to know your fellow travelers over dinner at your hotel.
DAY 2
CONNECT & MEET
Begin today with a tour of Hope Community School, our local partner. Learn about their origin story and their impressive trajectory of growth. The tour culminates with a lively welcome program with cultural dancing and performances by the students. Serve lunch and then pair up with a Hope Community School student for our reading program. Tonight leaders from Hope host you for dinner in their home.
DAY 3
IMPACT & LEARN
Learn some history about Zambia. Visit historical sights in Ndola – hear directly from community leaders about local challenges and cultural practices. Return to Hope Community School to serve lunch, participate in the reading program and support other hands-on activities. Visit the Hope Vegetable Farm. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
DAY 4
IMMERSE & WANDER
Zambia is filled with stunning artisan crafts. Spend the morning seeking out souvenirs and taking in the sights and smells at two local markets. Fill your suitcase for your return home with vibrant local fabric called chitenge or hand-crafted wooden spoons, bowls and baskets. Return to Hope Community School to serve lunch, participate in the reading program and support other hands-on activities. Dine again with leaders from our local partner.
DAY 5
VISIT & IMPACT
Today, you will visit the home of a Hope School student and say goodbye to our new friends. Begin the day by traveling to the home of one of the children benefited by Hope Community School and learn more about their story of transformation and impact. Join the student along their walk through their village to school. Serve lunch, participate in the reading program and support other hands-on activities. Head back to Hope House for dinner.
DAY 6
TRAVEL & TOAST
Today we will fly from Ndola to Lusaka and then Livingstone and enjoy a dinner cruise on the Zambezi River.
DAY 7
EXPLORE & PARTICIPATE
Today we’ll see the beauty of Zambia when we visit Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the world! You’ll also have a chance to participate in some optional excursions.
DAY 8
ADVENTURE & ENJOY
We’ll continue to see the beauty of Southern Africa with a full-day land and boat safari at Chobe National Park in Botswana. Get ready to see the amazing wildlife of the region (you never know which animals will come out for us)!
DAY 9
DEPART & REFLECT
Today is the end of our journey together- can you believe it? We will be sharing everyone’s emails after you return back home so you can keep in touch, plan a meetup, and keep sharing your thoughts as you reflect back on the journey.
→ Learn more about our incredible local partner, Hope Community School here.
Questions? We have answers for you on our FAQ Page. Or, reach out to Martha Vargas at mvargas@sparkventures.org or by calling (915) 929-1870.
Ready to join us on an unforgettable journey?
Register for one of our upcoming trips today!
Zambia 9-Day Signature Trip
July 23-31, 2023
Trip cost, double occupancy: $4,950
Trip cost, single occupancy: $5,590
Please note trip fees cover in country travel only. Air travel to Ndola, Zambia and from Livingstone, Zambia is not included in the trip fee and should not be booked until the trip is confirmed by a Spark Ventures representative.
Register for our July 2023 Trip
Zambia 6-Day Educator Empowerment Initiative
The Educator Empowerment Initiative (EEI) can be added to the front-end of our Signature Zambia Experience and affords you significantly more time spent in partnership with our friends at Hope Community School. For more information on what the EEI entails, see our dedicated EEI trip page here.
July 18-23, 2023
Trip cost, double occupancy: $1,980
Trip cost, single occupancy: $2,480
The EEI has been crafted for educators as a complement to the full signature Zambia experience and though it can be booked as a stand-alone experience, is frequently booked in tandem. Please note trip fees cover in country travel only. Air travel is not included in the trip fee and should not be booked until the trip is confirmed by a Spark Ventures representative.
Register for our July 2023 EEI Trip