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South Luangwa National Park

South Luangwa National Park

Summary

(South Luangwa National Park)

South Luangwa is Zambia’s most famous park, birthplace of the walking safari. Leopards, lions, elephants, and abundant birdlife thrive along the Luangwa River. Photographers capture intimate wildlife moments, dramatic sunsets, and walking safaris. South Luangwa offers a deep connection to Africa’s bush, raw and immersive.

Wildlife & Landscape

Getting There

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Lodges

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Lodges

Bilimungwe Bushcamp

A small, open-plan bushcamp run by the Bushcamp Company in a remote section of South Luangwa.

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Chinzombo

A Norman Carr Safaris lodge on the Luangwa River, built in the tradition of the walking safari’s founding guide.

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Kaingo Camp

A Shenton Safaris camp on the Luangwa River, renowned among photographers for its hide network and leopard sightings.

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Kapani Lodge

The original safari lodge of South Luangwa, founded by walking-safari pioneer Norman Carr.

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Mfuwe Lodge

A lodge famous for a resident elephant herd that walks directly through its lobby each year to reach fruiting mango trees.

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Nkwali Camp

A relaxed, well-established Robin Pope Safaris base for exploring South Luangwa.

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Recommended South Luangwa National Park
Itineraries

Recommended
Itineraries

South Luangwa & Lower Zambezi Epic Safari

Walking safaris in South Luangwa, canoeing in Lower Zambezi.

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South Luangwa & Victoria Falls

South Luangwa’s walking safaris paired with Victoria Falls.

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South Luangwa Classic Walking Safari

The birthplace of the walking safari, and one of Africa’s best leopard destinations.

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