Day 1: Gathering in Lusaka

You will be met at the airport in Lusaka (if you have booked a flight connection specified by us) and then transferred to the hotel.

You will stay at a charming hotel in Lusaka. To recover after the flight, you can enjoy the amenities of the hotel.

Day 2: On the way to the South Luangwa National Park

This morning you fly to Mfuwe, the gateway to the South Luangwa National Park. After the one-hour flight you will be transferred to our first camp. Our first lodge is situated in the secluded Nsefu sector.

In the afternoon, you will join the first game drive. With a bit of luck you will experience the first great wildlife encounters.

Nsefu Sektor
The Nsefu Sector is situated on the east bank of the Luangwa River. In the riparian area you will find the most beautiful and largest ebony groves in the Luangwa Valley as well as the imposing ana trees. In the centre of the sector are the Chichele Salt Pan and a hot spring from which bubbles 53-degree hot thermal water. The combination of this spring with the magnificent riparian forests along the Luangwa makes the Nsefu sector an exceptional jewel. The Chichele Pan in particular impresses with an exceptional density of animals in the dry season. The spring water creates a special habitat for wildlife. Hyenas and African wild dogs rest here, zebras, wildebeests and buffalos slowly go their way, pukus and waterbucks graze undisturbed.

Day 3 – 4: On the road in the Nsefu sector

We get up early each morning. After coffee or tea and a small breakfast, the morning game drive starts before sunrise. You will explore the northern part of the park in the Nsefu sector on the east bank of the Luangwa. Along the river, past countless lagoons or further inland, we go in search of special photo opportunities.

After the morning game drive you enjoy a delicious brunch back at camp. There is also plenty of time for a siesta or, if desired, a photo review.

In the afternoon you will set off again for another game drive. More game encounters await you.

The days are rounded off with a delicious dinner in the middle of the bush accompanied by a wonderful soundscape.

Day 5: From the east to the west bank of the park

After a short morning game drive, we drive to the next lodge across the river in the South Luangwa National Park. In the afternoon you will go on the next game drive.

Our camp is situated in the middle of the national park on the west bank of the Luangwa River, surrounded by a beautiful ebony grove. This place is known for its always fabulous light conditions under the tall trees.

South Luangwa National Park
The South Luangwa National Park counts as one of the most spectacular national parks in Africa. With its diverse landscapes and central location on the Luangwa River, the park is home to a huge wildlife population. Over 200 different mammal species and around 400 bird species live together in this protected area.

The landscape along the river is characterised by magnificent acacia and ebony forests as well as idyllic floodplains and lagoons. The further inland you go, the more Miombo forest dominates, alternating with vast grassy steppes.

The national park offers great opportunities for game viewing. The chances of encountering lions and leopards are very good. The beautiful scenery and abundant wildlife make the Luangwa Valley an incomparable destination for your photo safari. The travel season takes place at the end of the dry season. All the wildlife life takes place along the river. Temperatures are sometimes hot. You will be compensated with the chance to take unique wildlife pictures.

Day 6 – 8: Ebony groves, lagoons and great wildlife on the west bank

You will undertake further game drives along the Luangwa River in the early morning and later afternoon in search of spectacular wildlife sightings.

If desired, you can also participate on another safari activity over lunch. The camp has made a name for itself for its unique photo hides. At our time of year there is a chance to photograph large colonies of Carmine Bee Eater from a hide. In October, the river runs out of water and hundreds of hippos share the space in the remaining pools. There is a lot of action among the animals and impressive shots of the interactions can be captured.

Day 9 – 10: On the way to the next lodge in the South Luangwa

After the morning game drive and a delicious breakfast, your journey continues as you drive through the park to our next lodge in the southern part of the Luangwa Valley. The lodge is situated in the central area of the national park directly on a beautiful lagoon under imposing, shade-giving leadwood and liver sausage mahogany trees.

You will stay here for two nights and again enjoy two game drives per day.

Day 11: Time to say goodbye

Depending on your departure time, you will go on one last game drive today. Afterwards it is time to say goodbye to paradise. You will fly back to Lusaka and start your individual journey home or onwards.

Climate

During the travel season at the end of October, the dry season is at its peak. Temperatures can be very hot during the day. Average daytime temperatures are around 36 degrees. Peaks can be higher. At night, temperatures cool down to about 20 degrees.

Luggage

On domestic flights you benefit from an increased baggage limit. You can take your photo equipment with you without worrying about the usual 15 kg limit per person for checked and hand luggage.

Fitness level

The trip does not require any special physical requirements.

Insurance

We strongly advise you to purchase insurance for cancellation and return journey costs, which will be needed in the event of a secluded region being evacuated, a local hospital stay or return travel costs to your home country.

Travel information FDFA

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Prices

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