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South Luangwa Luxury Safaris

unrivalled wildlife, enchanting scenery and outstanding guides

An unrivalled density of wildlife, enchanting scenery and outstanding guides – it’s easy to see why South Luangwa National Park is Zambia’s leading safari destination. Famed as the birthplace of the walking safari, there are few places better suited to experience this on-foot adventure.

Covering over 9,000 sq.km in Eastern Zambia, the South Luangwa National park rests in a wide rift valley forming a world-renowned wildlife sanctuary.

Coursing a path through the park, the Luangwa River is the heart of a network of oxbow lagoons, streams and floodplains that attract huge concentrations of game. Hippos and crocodiles wade in the water, elephants and buffalo herd around the river to drink whilst lions and leopards eye their prey on the banks. Endemic species such as Thorneycroft giraffe, Cookson’s wildebeest and Crawshay zebra also make an appearance. 

Wildlife viewing doesn’t stop there, with the fertile valley supporting over 400 different species of bird, including cranes, raptors and yellow-billed storks. Keen birders should consider visiting during the ‘emerald season’, when the valley is transformed by the rains into a lush green paradise and fills with colourful migratory species.

The park is considered the spiritual home of the African walking safari after it was pioneered here in the 1950s, and is still the main activity at many of the bush camps. Led by highly qualified guides who know the region inside out, exploring the bush on foot is a truly exhilarating experience that lets you take in the park’s smallest species as well as big game.

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Mchenja, South Luangwa National Park South Luangwa

Nestled under a towering ebony grove, Mchenja enjoys an enviable setting on a peaceful stretch of the Luangwa River. Its five rooms are naturally elegant and inviting with their feather-topped beds, soft cushions and airy …

Lion Camp, South Luangwa National Park South Luangwa

Set in one of the most exclusive and wildlife-rich corners of Africa, it’s little surprise the game viewing around Lion Camp is exceptional. As its name might suggest, you can expect impressive lion sightings …

Luwi Bush Camp, South Luangwa National Park South Luangwa

Luwi Bush Camp is Norman Carr Safaris' most remote and rustic camp, with no other camps, or people, for miles. It stands in a small grove of mahogany trees, and has great views over a …

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Tena Tena, South Luangwa National Park South Luangwa

Few places in Africa bring you into such close – almost casual – contact with wild animals and a huge selection of colourful birds. This is the genuine African bush safari experience with the emphasis on seeing …

Tafika Camp, South Luangwa National Park South Luangwa

Stay at Tafika Camp during your luxury, tailor-made holiday to Zambia and you’ll have the opportunity to explore a quiet, game-rich area of the South Luangwa with few other visitors around. You’ll take …

Puku Ridge, South Luangwa National Park South Luangwa

Newly redesigned, Puku Ridge blends wonderfully with its natural setting and overlooks an active waterhole. The lodge has just eight tents with indoor and outdoor showers, huge bathtubs and personal plunge pools. Spacious, multi-level verandas …

Luangwa River Camp, South Luangwa National Park South Luangwa

Now part of Robin Pope Safaris’ enviable portfolio, Luangwa River Camp is a small property with a romantic riverside setting in the South Luangwa. No more than 10 guests are accommodated in five bush suites with …

Nsolo Bush Camp, South Luangwa National Park South Luangwa

Nsolo Bush Camp stands on a sweeping bend of the Luwi sand river in the heart of Zambia’s wonderful South Luangwa National Park. Shaded by a lush thicket of towering trees and home to …

Nsefu, South Luangwa National Park South Luangwa

Make Nsefu a feature on your tailor-made itinerary to Zambia and you’ll discover you simply couldn’t ask for a better location. Sitting on a bend of the mighty Luangwa River, Nsefu is one …

Luangwa Safari House, South Luangwa South Luangwa

Perhaps it would be more appropriate if it were renamed Luangwa Safari Castle. As you approach in your 4WD the house slowly becomes visible amongst the surrounding bush. But you realise its true scale when …

The Bushcamp Company, South Luangwa National Park South Luangwa

Kuyenda Bushcamp is authentic safari-style. Shaded by the trees of the Manzi River it offers panoramic views of sweeping grassland and the drama of wildlife in the raw.

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Kakuli Camp, South Luangwa National Park South Luangwa

Stay at Kakuli and you will be entranced by the surrounding scenery. Sitting in an elevated position above the Luangwa River, the property enjoys panoramic views over a floodplain and all the wildlife who are …

Chinzombo, South Luangwa National Park South Luangwa

Make sure Chinzombo is on the itinerary for your luxury, tailor-made holiday to Zambia and you can simply sail into the fabulous Luangwa National Park. And then your adventure can really begin as you trek …

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