North LuangwaNorth Luangwa is one of the few places left in Africa that can genuinely claim to be untouched. Miles from anywhere and only linked by flight or extensive skilled bush driving; the 'North park' is one of those places that safari nuts crave. North Luangwa is a walking park, a park that is utterly remote, wild and untrammelled - Africa in its purest form. A place for connoisseurs and people seeking true wilderness; it is very special indeed.
Located 45 minutes flight north of South Luangwa, North Luangwa is one of Africa’s finest walking parks. The only activity on offer in much of the park is walking - not because the park rules forbid vehicles, but simply because there are no roads and very few tracks. The quality of the walking camps here is stupendous.
The chance of meeting lion on foot is very real but you have to appreciate the fact that, although on one day North Luangwa can serve up an utter adrenaline treat, it can be docile the next. This is a park for the patient connoisseur who appreciates true wilderness or someone who is prepared to spend time in order to get in the thick of it! In our experience, the rewards of travelling to North Luangwa can outstrip anywhere else in Africa. The quality of no frills safari is as high as we have found anywhere. Do not come here for luxury, for although the camps here are incredibly high quality, they are minimalistic, focussing on the experience rather than the luxury found elsewhere. North Luangwa: Accommodation choices
There are only two lodges in North Luangwa, both are absolutely superb. John Coppinger's ridiculously good Remote Africa runs Mwaleshi camp, a rustic yet high quality 4 roomed camp that sits on the Mwaleshi river a few kilometres from the Luangwa itself. Similar in style is Kutandala, an equally impressive and equally serious safari camp. Kutandala also sits on the Mwaleshi a few kilometres further upstream from Mwaleshi camp. There is absolutely zero chance of seeing anyone else whilst staying here!
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North Luangwa
Located miles from anywhere, Mwaleshi is one of Africa’s most remote camps - an absolute must for discerning safari enthusiasts. The area is thick with lion which are often met on walking safaris.
North Luangwa
The North Luangwa is regarded by many as the best safari park in Africa; you are guaranteed not to see another person whilst staying here and the game is as natural as it can possibly be.
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