We had an extraordinary time in Zambia on our Safari Club "Big Cat Safari" ...absolutely magical. Thank you for your recommendations, they were spot on.
Day Family
August 2010 Zambia
KALAMU WALKING TRAILS
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.
Guests begin at Kalamu Lagoon for one night before going on to explore the untouched northern banks of the Luangwa River on foot. Nights are spent at the unique Chinengwe Riverbed Camp and Kalamu Star-bed Camp. This pristine wilderness area, in a remote and wild corner of the park, is an unforgettable journey into pristine wilderness.
This safari greatly enhances a stay at Kalamu Lagoon Camp.
A Trails Exploration - 3 nights / 4 days
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, we depart Kalamu Lagoon Camp by vehicle. We head eastwards where we will be dropped off at Mphande Plains. From here we trek down towards the Mapandwe Stream and head downstream to the Luangwa River, where we have lunch on its banks. In the afternoon, we continue our 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 and accommodation consists of three dome-style tents erected on the banks of the Luangwa River. 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.
Day 3: Kalamu Star-bed Camp, South Luangwa
Today, we 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 we cross back over to the southern side where we will walk along the banks of the Luangwa River to Kalamu Star-bed Camp.
At Kalamu Star-bed Camp accommodation consists of three timber platforms, raised 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.
Day 4: End of trail
After an early morning continental breakfast at Kalamu Star-beds, we trek downriver in the direction of Kalamu Lagoon Camp. At our tea stop, we will be met by a vehicle which will transport us back to Kalamu Lagoon Camp in time for brunch on the lagoon.
Please note: The season operates from 06 June 2011 to 10 October 2011, with departures every Monday.
COST US$1185 per person sharing
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