Essential Zambia Safari

South Luangwa National Park, spanning 9,000 km², is the birthplace of the walking safari.
It is a patchwork of distinct ecosystems, with the park's southern, central and northern sections all markedly different from one another.
Amid forests, mopane woodland, lush vegetation and giant trees along the river, the concentration of wildlife here is among the highest in Africa, sustained by the Luangwa River and its tributaries, true sources of life.

Renowned for its leopards, hippopotamuses, elephant herds and the largest concentration of Nile crocodiles in the world, you will also come across other species such as buffalo, Thornicroft's giraffe and Crawshay's zebra. But it is ultimately your encounter with the lion that will leave the deepest impression.

Perched above the Luangwa River, in the northern part of South Luangwa National Park, Kakuli Camp offers striking views over the many animals that frequent the river. Designed to showcase the panoramic landscape and provide total immersion in nature, Kakuli delivers a grand experience, set in a bright, airy atmosphere.
Recently redesigned, the five thatched-roof suites offer remarkable comfort while enhancing the local rustic, traditional feel.
From your suite, you can listen to the sounds of hippos, watch bee-eaters perform their aerial acrobatics, and observe majestic elephants and graceful giraffes making their way to the river.
For the more adventurous, Kakuli offers a night under the stars.
Kakuli is part of the Norman Carr lodge collection, named after the founder of conservation efforts in Zambia.

Whether by 4x4, on foot, by boat or by canoe, a safari in Lower Zambezi National Park is a highlight of any trip to Zambia. Thanks to its proximity to the Zambezi River, the park offers one of the most fascinating wildlife-watching experiences in the world, set within a rich ecosystem. The diversity of fauna found here will give you a true appreciation of Zambia's untouched nature, discovered with the help of expert guides who specialize in this territory.