Game Drives
Game drives take place every morning and afternoon and are accompanied by qualified safari guides. While we take you through the South Luangwa National Park, Zambia in open 4×4 vehicles, you are able to observe indigenous mammals and birds as well as migrant birds. The morning safari starts at sunrise after a light breakfast. In the briskness of the morning with its special light you are able to observe the abundance of wildlife of the South Luangwa National Park. During the safari we stop for a short tea-break. You return to the lodge for a delicious brunch around 10:30 o’clock. The afternoon safari includes a stop for sundowners and is combined with the night drives (see below).
Night Drives
Our night drives provide the unique opportunity to see the great variety of nocturnal animals and the chance to see lions and leopards in their time of ease. With a bit of luck you might experience the big cats hunting. The safari starts in the late afternoon. We stop for sundowners while watching the magnificent African sunset and continue the safari after dawn. The night drives are accompanied by our experienced safari guides and spotters, who are skilled to find a great variety of nocturnal game with the powerful spotlight. We return to the Lodge around 8:00 for dinner.
Walking Safaris
The walking safaris are a great opportunity to be at one with nature. Our qualified and highly experienced safari guides and armed National Park rangers will escort you safely into the true and unspoilt African bush. The Luangwa Valley, Zambia is one of the few places in Africa where it is possible to walk amongst wildlife, which allows you to fully immerse yourself in African impressions, smells and sounds. During the walking safaris our guides provide you with detailed explanations of spoors, vegetation and the ecology in general – an unmatched wildlife experience that you will remember lifelong.
Bird Watching Safari
South Luangwa National Park, boasts over 420 of Zambia’s 732 species of birds. This includes 39 types of birds of prey and 47 migrant species, so whatever the season, the South Luangwa National Park is an excellent bird watching destination. Our guides will accompany your personalised safari. The most recommended and interesting time for bird watching is from November to May when the birds have their breeding plumage and the migrant birds visit the Luangwa Valley.
Cultural Tour
During your stay you also get the opportunity to visit the local community to find out more about their way of life and culture. The Kuanda people are a friendly and proud people who welcome visitors and are happy to share their culture and traditions. Our guides will join you on these excursions and will advise you about correct behavior and courtesy. During your 3 hour visit to the village you will learn about the daily life of the people as well as their traditions.
Bush Brunch
After starting out at first light on your morning game drive, the welcome sight of a lavish bush brunch is sure to make your mouth water. Step out of your vehicle and take pleasure in another perspective of the Zambian landscape. Sit back, relax and enjoy the mixture of sights, smells and sounds only brunch in the bush can offer.