Duiker Safari: Summary
Duiker Safari in a nutshell
This smart fly-in safari visits Zambia’s two premier parks, South Luangwa and Lower Zambezi, staying at three stylish, small camps in stunning riverside locations. All are in game-rich areas, so expect big game sightings without leaving your room.
After flying to the South Luangwa National Park, you’ll stay at two luxurious sister-camps, Kakuli and Mchenja. Day and night drives here use open-topped 4WDs, but both camps also place a real emphasis on walking safaris, led by expert wildlife guides and accompanied by armed rangers. Aside from more widespread species, you’ve a good chance to see some of the Luangwa’s endemics here: Thornicraft’s giraffe, Cookson’s wildebeest and Crawshay’s zebra.
After flying from the Luangwa to the Lower Zambezi, you’ll arrive at Chongwe River Camp, which overlooks the national park from the confluence of the Chongwe and mighty Zambezi rivers. Immersed in the wilderness, the views are idyllic.
In addition to the Luangwa’s land-based safari activities, here you can also enjoy the wildlife from canoes and boats. This will add a new perspective to your safari, from seeing hippos and crocodiles close up, to the animals drinking and many water birds. Floating with the current, drink in hand, is also a very relaxing way to enjoy game-viewing.
Great guiding at each camp, creature comforts and a range of activities make this a really lovely way to enjoy two of Africa’s top national parks.
At a glance
| Starts: | Lusaka International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| 3 nights | Kakuli Bushcamp - South Luangwa National Park, Zambia | Full Board & Activities |
| 3 nights | Mchenja Bushcamp - South Luangwa National Park, Zambia | Full Board & Activities |
| 4 nights | Chongwe River Camp - Lower Zambezi National Park, Zambia | Full Board & Activities |
| Ends: | Lusaka International Airport |
Kakuli Bushcamp
South Luangwa National Park, Zambia
Mchenja Bushcamp
South Luangwa National Park, Zambia
Chongwe River Camp
Lower Zambezi National Park, Zambia
Highlights
Our thoughts on five of the top experiences of this Duiker Safari.
- Tracking leopard with an expert guide on foot
- The booming call of Pel’s fishing owl, heard from my veranda
- Sitting silent in the 4WD, surrounded by elephants
- Canoeing between lilies on a mirror-like waterway
- Sundown drinks in the middle of the Zambezi
Activities
Some activities which can be included in the Duiker Safari: talk to us about those which interest you.
4WD Safari
Birdwatching
Boat trip
Canoeing
Cultural excursion
Fishing
Fly-camping
Guided walking safari
Night drive
Key species to see on the Duiker Safari
Based on our travellers' observations, we’ve estimated the likelihood of seeing these species during the Duiker 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 some of these optional excursions into your Duiker 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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