Gems of the Zambezi
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Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Gems
of the Zambezi
Following in the footsteps of Dr Livingstone, see Victoria Falls for yourself – but not before venturing through the Valley of the Leopards.
Traditional safaris may often take the form of game drives or nature walks, but in Zambia, river safaris are almost always added to the list. A tour to suit the more rustic travellers among us, expect a balance of active excursions and laid-back luxury.
Taking a leap into a remote corner of the planet, the Valley of the Leopards is the first port of call. By the warmth of the sun or the dark of night, the felines found here never change their spots. Continuing south towards the border of Zimbabwe, water safaris reign supreme. See elephants stop for a drink as you sail, or steer clear of any water dwellers lounging on the riverbed. Ending your journey with awe, marvel at Victoria Falls with your own eyes, ticking off a bucket-list excursion to the sound of Mosi-oa Tunya, or ‘the smoke that thunders’.
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- Try your hand at tracking animals across the plains on a walking safari, learning techniques first-hand from the experts.
- Get that all-important snapshot at Puku Ridge, where a photographic hide allows guests to get up close and personal to wildlife, and all without disturbance.
- With the natural world as your bedroom, sleep under only the cover of darkness on a star bed tower at Puku Ridge.
- Though safaris tend to be on two legs or four wheels, boating is preferred on the Zambezi; watch out for both river- and land-dwelling wildlife.
- Meet Ian Macallan (CEO) from Project Luangwa at their headquarters to hear of the impact education is having on rural school children in Mfuwe.
- Catch up with the conservation team on the ground at Conservation Lower Zambezi, touring behind the scenes for an exclusive scoop of their latest projects.
- Head out under the cover of darkness for a game drive, spotting the night owls of the animal kingdom.
- Take to the waters in a custom-built pontoon boat for a safari with silence on its side.
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Puku Ridge Camp, South Luangwa National Park
Just eight luxury safari tents mean exclusivity is guaranteed at Puku Ridge Camp; elevated within the valley of the leopards, even the larger-than-life bathtubs are privy to awe-inspiring views.
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Chiawa Camp, Lower Zambezi
Meaning ‘the one who shares’ in Soli, this family-owned camp on the banks of the Zambezi River is renowned for knowledgeable guides and a ‘nothing- is-too-much’ service.
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Mukwa River Lodge, Victoria Falls
Watch animals graze on the banks of the Zambezi from the luxury of your private plunge pool at Mukwa River Lodge, the ideal base for exploring Livingstone and Victoria Falls.
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Grant has seen a lot of firsts in his career. Not only did he open Lower Zambezi National Park’s first safari camp, but his company has become both the first climate neutral and climate positive safari company in Zambia...
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...He also established the park’s first safari guide training programme, holding his original guide number of ‘0001’ with pride.
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