Zambia is where our co-founder Matt spent the majority of his formative guiding career and still sees it as one of Africa’s top safari destinations. Although becoming more popular with safari goers, it can still be considered an undiscovered jem, certainly if you know where to go and when.
Host to a huge variety of wildlife across its 23 national parks. South Luangwa is the jewel in the crown and in Matts opinion, the best place in Africa to see leopards, with the Lower Zambezi and The Kafue not far behind. Zambia is also host to some incredibly unique wildlife spectacles; the largest mammal migration on the planet; the bats of Kasanka National Park and also the second biggest wilderness migration in Africa on the Liuwa planes.
Key Information
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May - July: Cool mornings and relatively calm temperatures of around 25c in the day,
August - November: In August things start to heat up as the temperatures build to reach the late 30’s, by October certain regions can start to hit 40 degrees, warmer weather will bring the wildlife to water holes though and increase your chances of wildlife sightings.
December - April: ‘Green’ season. Hot and humid with showers: Most national parks inaccessible during the rains unless activities done from boat. Great time for birders and for people looking for something a little different.
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Safari: South Luangwa is one of Africa’s most pristine game viewing areas and should not be missed by anyone heading to Zambia. It’s arguably Africa’s best leopard viewing destination as well, closely followed by the Kafue or Lower Zambezi.
Relax: Zambia is a landlocked country but for those wanting to finish their safari in sandy style then Likoma Island in Malawi is an absolute must. Alternatively head up to the Victoria Falls, the widest waterfall of its kind in the world and finish your safari in style.
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Photography: South Luangwa, all those amongst you after images of the most illusive of big cats, the leopard, will not be disappointed.
Honeymoon: Sindabezi Island Camp on the Zambezi River. Stunning views of the Victoria Falls National Park from your open fronted chalet await while you’re only 12km upstream from the falls.
Family: Potato Bush Camp. With only three tents and a family house this is the ultimate family get away spot. Rooms are connected via walkways and the place is entirely yours.
Zambian Safaris
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Bespoke
We love Zambia and it’s truly wild feel. We’ve planned many a safari here and know there is something for everyone in this wonderful country.
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Privately Guided
Take your safari experience to the next level with an Armstrong Fortescue guide to host your safari from start to finish.
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Group Photographic
We are running a Zambian photographic safari in October 2024. Taking exclusive use of two camps, Kutali and Musekese so we will have sole use of the area.
Not To Be Missed
South Luangwa
Renowned for its intense dry season, with peak temperatures reaching almost 40 degrees centigrade, huge numbers of wildlife are attracted to the river and water holes leading to spectacular game viewing.
All Big 5 present except rhino.
Lower Zambezi
Famous for its regular leopard sightings this is a must for all those keen to get eye to eye with Africa’s most illusive big cats.
Walking safaris are encouraged here as are night drives, ensuring you see a wide range of wildlife behaviour.
Canoe, walk and enjoy a boat cruise down the Zambezi for a safari in this stunning landscape.
The Kafue
A wilderness in every sense of the word. Co-founder Matt loves it here so much he was married at Musekese Camp in 2022. Bird life here is sensational and enjoyed as you cruise down the Kafue river, leopard and lion sightings are a regular on the ‘menu’ and the conservation story here is as fascinating as the wildlife itself. One not to be missed for the adventurous out there.
Zambia Highlights
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