Greater Bushbaby Safari: Day-by-day
More detailed information of what each day entails, and the various places you’ll stay on the Greater Bushbaby Safari. Everything we do is completely tailor-made so while this is an idea which works well, we’ll always design an itinerary just for you.
Starts: Lusaka International Airport
Lusaka to South Luangwa by air & 4WD
Depart Lusaka on a 70-minute scheduled flight to Mfuwe Airport, gateway to South Luangwa National Park. Here you'll be met by your guide for the 40-minute drive in an open-topped 4WD to Luangwa Safari House, the sprawling community of Mfuwe soon giving way to open bush – and wildlife.
Luangwa Safari House
Originality and luxury come to mind when describing the grand Luangwa Safari House. With the Chindeni Hills as a backdrop, this four-bedroomed house sits within a game management area on the edge of a lagoon, overlooking the South Luangwa National Park. It is only booked by one group at a time, making it an exclusive safari retreat for a small group of friends, or a large or extended family with older children.
Originality and luxury come to mind when describing the grand Luangwa Safari House. With the Chindeni Hills as a backdrop, this four-bedroomed house sits within a game management area on the edge of a lagoon, overlooking the South Luangwa National Park. It is only booked by one group at a time, making it an exclusive safari retreat for a small group of friends, or a large or extended family with older children.
"amazing service from start to finish"
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Luangwa Safari House is luxurious and original in its design. Robin Pope Safaris has a team dedicated to each individual family or group staying here, and aims to adapt the daily schedule to meet the interests and needs of their guests. The design of the house means that it’s not suited to very young children, but we think it works well for a group of friends or a family with older children looking for exclusivity, flexibility and great guiding in a game-rich area of the South Luangwa. See our full report on Luangwa Safari House
Activities
4WD Safari
Birdwatching
Cultural excursion
Guided walking safari
Night drive
Luangwa to Lower Zambezi by 4WD & light aircraft
Today's 3–4 hour journey begins with a drive back to Mfuwe Airport, where you’ll board a light aircraft for Royal Airstrip, flying over the Luangwa and Zambezi escarpments. On arrival, it's usually a game drive to Chongwe River House, though you may complete the trip by boat along the Zambezi.
Chongwe River House
Chongwe River House is a four-bedroomed house overlooking the Chongwe River, a tributary of the great Zambezi River and the western boundary of the Lower Zambezi National Park. Booked out exclusively by only one party of travellers at a time, it was designed with originality, space and luxury in mind, and has created quite an impression since it opened in 2006.
Chongwe River House is a four-bedroomed house overlooking the Chongwe River, a tributary of the great Zambezi River and the western boundary of the Lower Zambezi National Park. Booked out exclusively by only one party of travellers at a time, it was designed with originality, space and luxury in mind, and has created quite an impression since it opened in 2006.
Chongwe River House is certainly unusual in its design, but there’s no doubting that it is both luxurious and unique. The staff here aim to be flexible, and go out of their way to accommodate the individual interests and needs of each group. The house is perfectly suited to a group of friends or a family looking for exclusivity and flexibility. See our full report on Chongwe River House
Lower Zambezi to Lusaka by 4WD & air
Flight times depending, you'll usually have time for a wildlife activity and a quick brunch at Chongwe before heading on a last hour's game drive to Royal Airstrip. From there you'll fly up and out of the low-lying Zambezi Valley, arriving at Lusaka Airport about 40 minutes later.
Ends: Lusaka International Airport
Experiences you can add to this trip.
Optional extra day-trips and excursions possible whilst staying at lodges on this trip. These are usually best arranged in advance so talk to us.
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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