African Safari Vacation Package to South Luangwa, Zambia

The Luangwa Valley is a place where great numbers of African wildlife concentrate on the fertile floodplains during the dry season, drawn by the availability of food and the life-giving waters of the Luangwa River. With the highest concentrations of hippos and elephants added to the high predator density, with lion prides up to 30 strong, the Luangwa safari experience in Zambia is the first choice of many safari connoisseurs.

Framed by the escarpment and the river, Luangwa National Park is a world away from the bustling reserves in other parts of Africa. Here, life is not as we know it but rather as life once was. Game drives provide a rich array of life and the legendary night drives reveal a part of Africa seldom seen anywhere.

The best walking safaris in Zambia are to be experienced in the Luangwa Valley under the guidance of some of the continents best guides. Cultural interactions in neighbouring villages are also part of the Luangwa safari experience.

Best time to travel to Luangwa

In the past, Luangwa National Park in Zambia was known as a dry season destination, with most the lodges closing during the rainy season, but the attractions of the 'emerald season' have now become well known - making Luangwa a year round safari destination.

The dry season is better for the higher concentration of game but the rainy season provides for the best birding time and the calving time for many antelope.The rainy season is from late October through to March / April.

Getting There

Although the park is remote, getting to South Luangwa is relatively easy with regular flights from Livingstone and Lusaka to Mfuwe, from where the lodge staff provide transport to the various accommodation options.

Charter flights from outside the country can now fly direct to Mfuwe without stopping to clear customs at the major centers.

Getting to South Luangwa by road is possible but staying over elsewhere on route is essential because of the distances involved.

Choose Your African Safari Lodging Style

When filling in the enquiry form let our consultants know the following in order for them to tailor-make the perfect itinerary for you:

• Duration of stay


• Accommodation style preference


• Children on safari - If so what ages ?

Included:

• Transfers to camp


• Activities [unless stated]


• Accommodation


• Meals


• Local beverages

Not Included:

• International flights


• Regional flights [package dependent]


• Visas


• Gratuities


• Imported beverages