Tailor-made safaris and travel to Southern Africa
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Tailor-made safaris and travel to Southern Africa |
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THE LUANGWA ENCOUNTERA very flexible private walking safari experience for a small group of four to six friends. This safari operates in the remote south-western section of Zambia's South Luangwa National Park, utilizing three or four luxury bush camps. The safari follows the course of the beautiful Luangwa River and, with a minimum of four guests, the itinerary is completely flexible. Guests can add nights at Chamilandu, Chindeni, or Bilimungwe, or can extend the safari to include Kuyenda Bush Camp. Guests can also stay at any of these camps individually, and not as part of a walking safari - please inquire for details. [ ITINERARY ] - [ DATES AND RATES 2002/3] - [ CONTACT US ] Days 1 to 3: Chamilandu Bush Camp Guests are collected from Mfuwe Airport, gateway to the South Luangwa National Park. Transfer immediately into the National Park, spotting game en-route to Chamilandu Bush Camp.  Chamilandu Camp enjoys a spectacular setting on a very wide bend in the meandering Luangwa River. The rugged Nchendeni hills, which form the eastern boundary of the Luangwa Valley, provide a magnificent backdrop to view from the rooms and the common area. With only three grass and thatch chalets, equipped with comfortable beds, mosquito nets and en-suite toilet facilities, Chamilandu is either the perfect start or ending to the Luangwa Encounter. Guests spend two days exploring the area by foot and in open game-drive vehicles. Days 3 to 6: Chindeni Trails Camp Guests depart Chamilandu early on day three, after a great breakfast, accompanied by a game guide, scout, and porter. There are virtually no roads in this far-flung corner of the Park and, as one heads further downstream, the only way to explore is on foot. The morning is spent on a leisurely six mile walk to the luxurious Chendeni Trails camp, where a delicious lunch awaits. 
Chindeni Trails Camp, approximately 6 miles downstream from Chamilandu, is one of the most luxurious tented camps in the Luangwa Valley. The camp nestles on the apex of a permanent oxbow lagoon, offset by the magnificent Nchendeni Hills. Raised on wooden decking, each of Chendeni's four luxury tents has full en-suite facilities and its own veranda, overlooking the tranquil lagoon. Giant ebony trees shade the bar and dining area, which leads down to a fireplace on the banks of the lagoon - the perfect places for sundowners or port after dinner. Guests at Chindeni can enjoy guided walking safaris, or simply relax and enjoy the magical surroundings. Days 6 to 8: Bilimungwe Trails Camp An early morning rise on day six and, after a hearty breakfast, guests set off with their guide, scout, and porter. A gentle five mile, game-viewing walk brings guests to the intimate Bilimungwe Trails Camp in time for a well-earned lunch. 
Five miles downstream from Chindeni is Bilimungwe Trails Camp. Bilimungwe is nestled in riverine forest along the banks of the Luangwa River. The camp consists of four reed and thatch chalets with en-suite showers, toilet and double vanities. The rustic dining area and fully stocked bar offer clear views of Bilimangwe's water hole, and the abundant resident game that it attracts. The thatched dining canopy provides a cool and comfortable environment in which to enjoy this idyllic setting. Like Chendeni, this is a camp where guests explore with their guide and scout on foot, or may choose to relax and soak up the African bush around them. Day 8: Safari Ends A morning boat ride and road transfer to Mfuwe ends the Luangwa experience. Add-ons One of the advantages of this safari is that, with a minimum group size of four, guests can extend their itinerary to include more nights at Chamilandu, Chindeni, or Bilimungwe, or can add Kuyenda Bush Camp to the itinerary.  Kuyenda Bush Camp is built on the banks of the Manzi river in a remote part of the South Luangwa National Park. Kuyenda is a very small and intimate safari camp by any standards - with only 3 en-suite chalets, Kuyenda is a luxurious bush camp offering exclusive personalised service and tranquility for no more than 6 guests. The camp offers game-drives and walks, accompanied by a professional guide and game scout. Guests spend two days exploring the area on foot and on game-drives. Flexibility The length of stay at each camp can also be adjusted - provided that guests spend 7 nights on the Luangwa Encounter Safari, they can choose how long they spend at each camp. Shorter stays at any of the individual camps are also possible - please inquire for details.
Extensions: Each additional night added to the itinerary - $290 per person sharing ($70 single supplement). Short Stays: Guests do not have to do the full Luangwa Encounter to stay at one of the four camps - bookings can be made for individual camps. For stays of less than 7 nights, the nightly rate at any of the camps is US$330 per person sharing per night (US$85 single supplement per night). INCLUDED All accommodation on a per person sharing permanent tented camp basis; all drinks excluding premium wines and champagnes and premium spirits and liqueurs; game activities; transfers to/from Mfuwe Airport and road transfer to any camp within the South Luangwa; services of guide and staff; park fees; the Zambia Tourism Levy. NOT INCLUDED All scheduled flights and their departure taxes; all items of a personal nature; travel insurance; visas; any new Zambia taxes; gratuities to guide and camp staff, and any activities and excursions which are not specified. To find out more about the Luangwa Encounter, or to make a reservation, call toll-free in the USA 1-888-227-8311 or email us. [ CLASSIC AFRICAN ZAMBIA PORTFOLIO ] - [ South Luangwa National Park ] - [ Walking Safaris ] |
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