Crawshay's Zebra Safari: Summary
Crawshay's Zebra Safari in a nutshell
This trip starts in the South Luangwa, which harbours a very rich flora and fauna and is home to a few species found nowhere else in southern Africa, including Thornicroft’s giraffe, Cookson’s wildebeest and Crawshay’s zebra. Here you will spend 5 nights at two camps, Nkwali and Tena Tena, in superb wildlife viewing areas. Run by Robin Pope Safaris, both camps have been operating for many years and have built up a very good reputation for providing excellent safaris.
Smaller and less-visited, the Lower Zambezi National Park is bordered by the Zambezi River, where the majority of the wildlife congregates. This, too, is where the sister camps of Chiawa and Old Mondoro are located, although distances between camps here are large so you very rarely see other vehicles on a game drive. Both camps are first class, with guiding up there with the very best.
With canoeing and boat safaris available in the Lower Zambezi and day/night game drives and walking safaris offered in both parks, this safari is perfect for the more adventurous safari-goer.
Zambia's climate is generally fine and dry from June to October.
At a glance
| Starts: | Lusaka International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| 3 nights | Nkwali - South Luangwa National Park, Zambia | Full Board & Activities |
| 2 nights | Tena Tena - South Luangwa National Park, Zambia | Full Board & Activities |
| 3 nights | Chiawa Camp - Lower Zambezi National Park, Zambia | Full Board & Activities |
| 2 nights | Old Mondoro Bushcamp - Lower Zambezi National Park, Zambia | Full Board & Activities |
| Ends: | Lusaka International Airport |
Nkwali
South Luangwa National Park, Zambia
Tena Tena
South Luangwa National Park, Zambia
Chiawa Camp
Lower Zambezi National Park, Zambia
Old Mondoro Bushcamp
Lower Zambezi National Park, Zambia
Highlights
Five great experiences from Crawshay's Zebra Safari
- Hot coffee overlooking the river at first light
- Our guide leading us through a herd of buffalo
- Frequent leopard sightings on great night drives
- A flock of crowned cranes taking off in Nsefu
- Learning to track game through the bush
Activities
Some activities which can be included in the Crawshay's Zebra Safari: talk to us about those which interest you.
4WD Safari
Birdwatching
Boat trip
Canoeing
Cultural excursion
Fishing
Guided walking safari
Night drive
Key species to see on the Crawshay's Zebra Safari
Based on our travellers' observations, we’ve estimated the likelihood of seeing these species during the Crawshay's Zebra Safari. Click on the animals and our wildlife surveys page for more info.
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Side-trips whilst on this safari
We may be able to build in some of these optional excursions from the Crawshay's Zebra Safari. Talk to us: they’re usually best arranged when you book.
Tribal Textiles Tour
One - two hours
Visit the Tribal Textiles workshop, where hand-painted textiles are produced by more than a hundred local people. The workshop is close to Mfuwe Airport, so is ideally placed for a stop en route to/from the South Luangwa. With products ranging from cushion covers to bags and T-shirts, it's a great place for souvenir shopping while at the same time supporting the local community.
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Kawaza Village Visit
Two to three hours
Just outside Zambia's South Luangwa National Park lies a normal, working rural African village which is open and welcoming to visitors to the Luangwa valley. There is nothing artificial or contrived about Kawaza Village, and it offers a rare opportunity to experience and appreciate Kunda culture, and meet local Zambians.
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