Where to Stay
Every captivating tailor-made itinerary needs a perfect base. Our team has handpicked this collection of properties to give you luxury options in styles to suit any adventure.
North and South Luangwa
If you are after a remote and true African safari holiday then the North and South Luangwa is the place to find it.
The region offers a great diversity of wildlife and some of the most authentic safari bush camps and guides in Africa. South Luangwa is renowned for its walking safaris and prolific leopard sightings, whilst North Luangwa is a wilderness visited by few.
South Luangwa National Park
Marking the southern end of the Great Rift Valley, South Luangwa is the richest park in Zambia and possibly the finest wildlife sanctuary in Africa for scenery and variety of animals. The Luangwa River, which meanders gently through the park, enhances it even further.
A combination of oxbow lakes, forest and plains are hosts to huge concentrations of game (an excess of 60 different species), whiles providing shelter to over 400 species of birds.
North Luangwa National Park
The North Luangwa is more difficult to access and home to only a handful of camps. Here, a walking safari is your main option. In the wilderness areas of the park, experience walking safaris from one camp, led by experts in the field of guiding with many years of experience under their belts.
Walking safari in South Luangwa National Park
Take a walking safari in the wilderness with some of the best walking guides in Africa. An on-foot safari here is not just a nature walk; track big game, including predators, across the landscape. At night, sleep in a bush camp with just paraffin lamps for your light and the stars above the fire.
Soak up the feeling of the heat of the sun, the water and mud of the Luangwa River between your toes and the peaceful silence, knowing you are one of a handful of visitors.
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Fertile Grounds
“Subtle and unassuming, this most natural of settings is home to an astonishing abundance of game. This is down to one thing, the Luangwa River. It is the soul of the park and you feel its presence as soon as you enter. Unusually for an African river of this size, it remains untouched by people. No dams, no irrigation; it flows freely in its natural state.”
Experiences
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Zambia
Chamilandu Bushcamp
Chamilandu Bush Camp nestles in splendid isolation overlooking both the Luangwa River and the rugged Nchindene range of hills bordering the valley. Accommodation comprises three grass and thatch chalets with comfortable beds, mosquito nets and en…
Zambia
Chinzombo
Chinzombo is a luxurious camp with spacious living areas that melt into the exquisite surroundings of this beautiful site. Gigantic, ancient trees offer peace and tranquillity for those staying in any one of the six spacious…
Zambia
Zungulila Bushcamp
Each of Zungulila’s shaded tents has its own private bamboo veranda with immense views over an impressive variety of wildlife, from thirsty elephants at the springs and flocks of birds on the river to prowling lion…
Zambia
Tafika
Owned and operated by John and Carol Coppinger, Tafika is a lovely friendly camp. It is situated just north of the Nsefu Sector and has sweeping views down the Luangwa River. The food here is very…
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Zambia
Liuwa Plains Safari
Lost amidst the forgotten grasslands of Zambia’s western expanses, the remote Liuwa Plains National Park is a unique and complex ecosystem. Explore this captivating park, rich with plains game and home to the largest wildebeest migration in Southern Africa.
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Zambia
Zambia – A Family Safari
Zambia combines wildlife, adventure and spectacular scenery, yet remains refreshingly less visited than some of its neighbours. This family safari links South Luangwa, the Lower Zambezi and Victoria Falls, creating a journey full of variety and shared adventure.
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Zambia
Landscapes and Wildlife of Kafue National Park
Explore Zambia’s largest and oldest national park, Kafue. The Busanga Plains, with their rich predator population, are an undoubted highlight, but the quieter central and southern sectors of the park offer a very different – and arguably wilder – experience.
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Zambia
Highlights of Zambia
Zambia combines wildlife, adventure and spectacular scenery, yet remains refreshingly less visited than some of its neighbours. Track leopard, elephant, hippo and wild dog by vehicle, on foot, or from the water on boating and canoeing safaris. End the trip on the…
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Zambia
Liuwa Plains Safari
Lost amidst the forgotten grasslands of Zambia’s western expanses, the remote Liuwa Plains National Park is a unique and complex ecosystem. Explore this captivating park, rich with plains game and home to the largest wildebeest migration in Southern Africa.
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Zambia
Zambia – A Family Safari
Zambia combines wildlife, adventure and spectacular scenery, yet remains refreshingly less visited than some of its neighbours. This family safari links South Luangwa, the Lower Zambezi and Victoria Falls, creating a journey full of variety and shared adventure.
Idea
Zambia
Landscapes and Wildlife of Kafue National Park
Explore Zambia’s largest and oldest national park, Kafue. The Busanga Plains, with their rich predator population, are an undoubted highlight, but the quieter central and southern sectors of the park offer a very different – and arguably wilder – experience.
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Zambia
Highlights of Zambia
Zambia combines wildlife, adventure and spectacular scenery, yet remains refreshingly less visited than some of its neighbours. Track leopard, elephant, hippo and wild dog by vehicle, on foot, or from the water on boating and canoeing safaris. End the trip…
Meet our experts
A passion for travel runs right through every one of our experts - meaning they're always ready with first-hand insight about their specialist countries.
Illona Cross
Before joining Steppes Travel over 25 years ago, I spent a decade working as a ranger, guide and lodge manager across Southern and East Africa. It’s also deeply personal place for me: I got married in Africa, honeymooned in Africa and still return every year with my family – proof that my love for the continent runs far deeper than just professional experience.
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Chris Johnston
Chris is the Conde Nast Traveller chosen Specialist for Madagascar, Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda.
Almost three decades ago, I set off for a three-month trip to Africa – and ended up staying for two years. Since then, I’ve led groups through Rwanda, Uganda and Malawi, and have been named a Specialist for Madagascar, Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda by Condé Nast Traveller. This depth of knowledge and on-the-ground experience is something I bring to each tailor-made itinerary I create.
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Livingstone
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Kafue National Park
This enormous expanse of wilderness covers a large tranche of central Zambia, with a number of rivers cutting through it.
Liuwa Plains National Park
One of Zambia's - if not Africa's - most remote parks, the Liuwa Plains National Park lies in the far west of…
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