The Luxury walking Trail - a 5 night combination of 2 National Parks, 2 great safari camps and 2 nights out on a wilderness trail through Luambe National Park.
This is ideal for someone who wants to experience the thrill of walking through the Luangwa but with the comfort of at least half the nights in a camp and doing game drives.
Indulge in the Pristine African Wilderness with our exclusive 5 night walking expedition
The Luangwa Luxury Trail in Luambe National Park combines the magic of pristine African wilderness with the comforts of a luxury Zambian bush camp. You will encounter wildlife in style, enjoy expertly cooked meals under the stars and unwind in the tranquility of this exclusive experience.
After breakfast, you travel from South Luangwa to Luambe National Park via the Nsefu Sector. Arrive at Luambe Camp, receive a briefing and spend the first night in the camp.
Start the day with an early breakfast before heading off on the trail. Explore Luambe’s diverse habitats, and enjoy a sleep-out camp with a fire-cooked dinner under Zambia’s night sky. Two nights will be spent at the sleep-out camp.
Wrap up the trail with an early morning walk and bush brunch, then return to Luambe Camp for relaxation, camaraderie, and a delicious dinner.
Includes - Airport pickup and drop off, All road transfers, 5 nights accommodation (1
night @South Luangwa + 2 nights @Luambe Camp and 2 nights @Sleep out), all meals, wine, local and house drinks.
Excludes - Premium drinks and all drinks in South Luangwa
Available: 1 July - 31 October 2024
from USD2865 per person sharing based on min guests 4
Single Supplement of 50% charged on all single occupancy accommodation.
Minimum age 12 years
enquire for the PRIMITIVE LUANGWA WALKING TRAIL from USD1995 per person sharing for 5 nights
Walking and Camping Safari Zambia 2024
15 nights / 16 days
HIGHLIGHTS
Luangwa Valley, Kapishya/Kasanka, Bangweulu Wetlands and Mutinondo Wilderness
Day 1: Mfuwe After arrival at Mfuwe airport transfer to our camp. Camping next to the Luangwa River. Dinner is being served underneath the clear African sky (-/-/D).
Days 2 and 3: South Luangwa National Park- Mfuwe area:
These days we will spend with game viewing inside the National Park. We will explore the area with our game viewing vehicle.
Days 4 and 5: South Luangwa National Park – Nsefu Sector Early in the morning we pack up our camp and drive via traditional villages to the Nsefu sector of the park. South Luangwa NP is known for its abundance of African wildlife: Thorneycroft’s giraffe, Cookson’s Gnu, Crawshay’s Zebra and big herds of buffalo and elephant. In the mornings we will do game walks along the Luangwa River, in the afternoon game drives with our 4x4 vehicle.
Camping on the Luangwa River close to Chibembe Nature Reserve.
Days 6 and 7: Through Luambe NP to North Luangwa National Park:
Packing up and drive via Luambe National Park to North Luangwa Park which is remote and wild. We will do a game walk along the Luangwa River with a scout.
Day 8: North Luangwa National Park:
Today’s stage takes us from the hot Luangwa Valley up the steep escarpment (altitude 1400 m). While we drive the temperature gets cooler and the dry savannah gives way to the Miombo forest. In the northern area of the park, we set up our camp at an exclusive campsite near the Mano Gate. In the afternoon we will take a walk along the river, and it is possible to take a refreshing bath in the mountain stream.
Camping at the Samala Campsite at the park’s border.
Day 9: Kapishya Hot Springs:
Next stop over on our trip is Kapishya Hot Springs, which allows us to relax in the hot springs. Nearby situated is the historic house Shiwa N'Gandu (possible visit at own expense). In the afternoon we will take a walk to the Chusa waterfall. Camping
Days 10 and 11: Mutinondo Wilderness
Early in the morning we drive to our next stop, Mutinondo Wilderness. Huge
‘whalebacks’ (granite boulders) scattered in between the Miombo forest create the unique landscape of Mutinondo. We have a full day to explore and enjoy the special atmosphere in this area.
2x Camping
Days 12 and 13: Bangweulu Swamps. These remote swamps are unique in ecology, fauna and flora. It is here that we will be looking for the elusive Shoebilled Stork. This interesting, strange looking bird has become very rare in most parts of Africa, but here in the Bangweulu they are fairly common.
We move on foot and with a boat (depending on the water level) to find the water birds, the huge herds of Lechwe antelope, and other animals like tsessebe (a species of antelope), zebra, buffalo and black backed jackal.The herds of thousands of Lechwe in this seemingly endless landscape, is an unforgettable African experience! Camping at Nsobe Campsite
Day 14: Mkushi:
After a last game drive or walk in the morning we carryon to Lake Waka-Waka and arrive in the afternoon at Mkushi, where we stay overnight at Fika Lodge. Dinner in the restaurant (B/L/-)
Day 15: Lusaka:
Transfer to Lusaka and overnight at Ciela resort and Spa BB
Day 16: transfer to lusaka airport
19OCT-2NOV2024
Kasanka National Park, see the world’s biggest migration of mammals
Days 1-7: see above.
Days 8 and 9: early in the morning we drive to our next stop, Mutinondo Wilderness. Huge ‘whalebacks’ (granite boulders) scattered in between the Miombo forest create the unique landscape of Mutinondo. We will do a sunset walk to enjoy the special atmosphere at dusk. 2x Camping at the campsite of Mutinondo Wilderness
Days 10 and 11: Bangweulu Swamps
These remote swamps are unique in ecology, fauna and flora. It is here that we will be looking for the elusive Shoebill. This interesting, strange looking bird has become very rare in most parts of Africa, but here in the Bangweulu they are fairly common.
We move on foot and with a boat (depending on the water level) to find the water birds, the huge herds of Lechwe antelope, and other animals like Tsessebe (a species of antelope), zebra, buffalo and black backed jackal.
The herds of thousands of Lechwe in this seemingly endless landscape, is an unforgettable African experience!
Camping at Nsobe Campsite
Days 12 and 13:
Early in the morning we go further to the Kasanka National Park. Towards the end of
October and in November millions of straw-coloured fruit bats arrive from the Congo. This is known as the world’s biggest migration if mammals - a sight not to be missed! With some luck we will be able to observe the rare and shy Sitatunga Antelope (among other animals). The bird life is amazing as well at this time of the year. Camping inside the National Park.
Day 14: Kundalila Falls - Mkushi:
On the Great North Road, we head towards Lusaka. En route we will make a detour to Kundalila Falls to do a short hike to the falls, where we can also take a refreshing swim.
Overnight at Fika Lodge near Mkushi. Dinner in the restaurant
Day 15:
Transfer to Lusaka for overnight at Ciela Bonanza BB
Day 16: after breakfast transfer to Lusaka airport
Price pp sharing: from Euro 3.880-00
(Minimum: 4 participants, maximum: 10 participants)
Single supplement: Euro 365 pp
Tour Dates:
WS 1: 06.07 – 21.07.2024
WS 2: 03.08 – 18.08.2024
WS 3 : 31.08 – 15.09.2024
WS 4: 19.10 - 02.11.2024 (incl. Kasanka National Park).
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