Kalamu Trails Zambia Explorations (trip)

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Kalamu Trails Zambia Explorations

  • Kalamu Lagoon Camp, Zambia
  • Culture & Nature
Zambia, Africa

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from $1,185* per person4 DaysJune-October
Comfort accommodations Exertion level: 3
Operator: Natural Migrations 12 people max
South Luangwa National Park is renowned as the place in which walking safaris first took place in Africa. Set in the Luamfwa Concession in the southern sector of the Park, Kalamu Trails sets out to explore the Luangwa River and its diverse environs. Walking takes place in unique "wilderness" areas where there are no vehicles or roads, while each night is spent at a 'one of a kind' camp: Chinengwe Riverbed Camp and Kalamu Star-Bed Camp on the banks of the river. Wild and remote, the legendary South Luangwa National Park is sustained by the waters of the Luangwa River, an impressive watercourse that famously supports high densities of game along its banks. The area is perhaps even better known for the role it has played in the development of the walking safari. Continuing in this tradition, Kalamu Trails allows safari goers to experience the thrill, majesty and pristine nature of the Luangwa wilderness on foot.

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Zambia, Africa

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Itinerary

Day 1: Kalamu Lagoon Camp, South Luangwa
Settle into Kalamu Lagoon Camp and enjoy an afternoon exploration of the area by game drive. Overnight in camp. Kalamu Lagoon Camp is situated in the Luamfwa Concession in the southern sector of the South Luangwa National Park. Accommodation consists of 8 safari-style reed and canvas tents, each en-suite with both an indoor and outdoor shower. The camp's dining and bar area are under a canopy of giant ebony trees overlooking a beautiful permanent lagoon just off the Luangwa River. A pool and viewing deck area located to the side of the camp offer spectacular views of the lagoon. Activities at Kalamu Lagoon Camp include day and night game drives. The latter offer not only the chance of that elusive leopard but also creatures like genet, civet, elephant shrew and white-tailed mongoose.

Day 2: Chinengwe Riverbed Camp, South Luangwa
On the first morning, after a continental breakfast, depart Kalamu Lagoon Camp by vehicle. Head eastwards where you will be dropped off at Mphande Plains. From here trek with your guide down towards the Mapandwe Stream and head downstream to the Luangwa River, where you have lunch on its banks. In the afternoon, continue the walk westwards and explore the Chinengwe area, arriving at Chinengwe Riverbed Camp in time for a sundowner and a shower. Chinengwe Riverbed Camp is a tented camp situated in the Luamfwa Concession in the southern sector of the South Luangwa National Park. Accommodation consists of three dome-style tents erected on the base of the Luangwa River, right on the edge of the water. Each tent has its own bucket shower and hand wash basin, with hot water brought to the tent by staff when you wish to shower. The camp's dining area is set up in the riverbed, with meals served around the fire.

Day 3: Kalamu Star-bed Camp, South Luangwa
Today, cross the river in a mokoro and explore the northern bank, up to the Kalauzi Stream, stopping for lunch at the confluence of the Kalauzi Stream. Later in the afternoon cross back over to the southern side where you will walk along the banks of the Luangwa River to Kalamu Star-bed Camp. This beautiful camp is situated in the Luamfwa Concession in the southern sector of the South Luangwa National Park. Accommodation consists of three timber platforms, raised 9.84 feet above the ground, with twin beds under mosquito nets and the stars as the roof! Each platform has its own bathroom with hot and cold running water. The camp's dining area is set up on the river bank with meals served around the fire.

Day 4:  End of trail
After an early morning continental breakfast at Kalamu Star-beds, trek downriver in the direction of Kalamu Lagoon Camp. At the tea stop, you will be met by a vehicle which will transport you back to Kalamu Lagoon Camp in time for brunch on the lagoon.

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