Luangwa Photographic Workshops
with David Rogers - March & May 2009 (8 days/7 nights ex Lusaka) South Luangwa National Park, Zambia
Often described as 'the real Africa', Zambia has its own special charm and offers an incredible diversity of attractions - including huge protected wilderness areas, vast inland swamps, cascading waterfalls, the source of both the Zaire and Zambezi rivers and numerous large lakes - encompassed in a land area of over 750,000 sq. kms.
A safari in Zambia is still run on 'old' style principles - comfortable but not luxurious - 'real,' not set apart. The camps and lodges are more rustic than in other parts of Africa - and this is part of their charm. They have been done like this on purpose and have not been developed with the 'mass market' in mind. These small, personalized safari outposts are home to some of the most knowledgeable wildlife experts in Africa. Night drives are also a feature within the National Parks (often not available in other countries). This is the land of the legendary African walking safari, one the world's biggest waterfalls, the wild Zambezi river, breath-taking lakes and wetlands, a profusion of birds, abundant wildlife, and raw, pulsating wilderness .......all in one friendly country!
Tour Description
David Rogers is one of southern Africa 's top travel writers and photographers, with more than 100 feature articles to his name. He has a background in Environmental Science and publishing and has long been a regular contributor to Africa Geographic , and for more than 10 years he has also provided award-winning work for many other leading publications locally and abroad, including Geo and the Sunday Telegraph . In addition, he has authored and photographed for several books, most recently Safari in Style South Africa & Zambia, Zambia Landscapes and Drakensberg and his images have appeared in many others. David photographs a wide range of subjects including interiors, animals, plants, landscapes, insects and birds.
The Luangwa valley ranks as one of Africa 's premier wildlife experiences. The lazy Luangwa River, the beautiful oxbow lakes and the high concentration of game make this a special place indeed. With a leopard density said to be double that of South Africa 's Kruger National Park and wall-to-wall hippos, you can be assured of great game-viewing.
These tours are scheduled to start on 18 March & 22 May 2009 (with a maximum of 6 people).
Tour Highlights
Expert photographic guide
Photographic workshops
Small group tour (max 6)
Day and night game drives in open 4x4 vehicles
Fabulous wildlife sightings + much more..
All inclusive price
Brief Itinerary
Fly from Lusaka to Mfuwe and on to Nkwali Camp in South Luangwa
4 days and nights to experience one of Africa's premier National Parks
TOUR EXTENSION - Fly on to Livingstone, staying 2 nights at Islands of Siankaba at Victoria Falls
View the mighty Victoria Falls and visit a local village
Experience a microlight flight over the falls, white water rafting, the gorge swing or bungy jump - or just relax and enjoy the views.
Price per person - USD3,950
All tours are quoted on a twin share basis and in United States dollars (USD). Prices are also available in Euro, Pounds Sterling or Australian dollars - please indicate your preference on your Booking / Quote request.
IMPORTANT
1. Single supplement pricing is available on request.
2. Overnight stays in Lusaka or Johannesburg pre or post safari can be arranged at an additional cost.
3. Visas, travel insurance, gratuities and purchases of a personal nature as well as some airport taxes are not included. 4. Prices are subject to confirmation on booking.
Luangwa Photo Workshop - FULL ITINERARY
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Tour Extensions
- Victoria Falls
Described by the Kololo tribe living in the area in the 1800's as 'Mosi-oa-Tunya' - 'the Smoke that Thunders' and in more modern terms as 'the greatest known curtain of falling water', the Victoria Falls are a spectacular sight of awe-inspiring beauty and grandeur on the Zambezi River, bordering Zambia and Zimbabwe. Columns of spray can be seen from miles away as 546 million cubic meters of water per minute plummet over the edge (at the height of the flood season) over a width of nearly two kilometers into a gorge over 100 meters deep. The wide basalt cliff, over which the falls thunder, transforms the Zambezi from a wide placid river to a ferocious torrent cutting through a series of dramatic gorges. Staying 2 nights at the Islands of Siankaba, Zambia.
