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Project Luangwa Newsletter, September 2015
Last June Project Luangwa had its fifth birthday – yes, that’s right Dave and I have been living and working here in Mfuwe for over five years. At the time we were a bit too busy to celebrate or even look back at all that has happened . . . [...]
Why you should visit Kafue National Park
Here is why you should safari in Kafue National Park Pristine wilderness The Kafue National Park is underrated by so many, but now, tourists are starting to see what the fuss is all about and justifiably so. Kafue is vast, covering c.22, 400kmsq making it one of the largest parks [...]
Zambia poised to reach 1 million tourist arrivals in 2015
Authorities in Zambia have expressed optimism that the country will be able to capture the targeted 1 million tourist arrivals in 2015, the country's investment agency said on Tuesday. According to a statement posted on the Zambia Development Agency (ZDA) Facebook page, the country was expected to hit the 1-million mark [...]
South Luangwa lions developing a taste for hippo
There seems to be something new on the menu for a particular pride of Lion in the South Luangwa National Park, Zambia - and they’ve really got the taste for it. Where once the buffalo was the food of choice, these 9 lion (a splinter group from our Big Pride) [...]
State-of-the-art Convention Centre in Zambia’s Tourism Capital
THE Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZICA) has made a lot of progress on the construction of a state-of-the-art Convention Centre in Livingstone at a cost of about US$ 300 million. ZICA president Wesley Beene said the project, whose ground breaking ceremony and laying of the foundation stone took place [...]
Leopard tries to put porcupine on the menu in South Luangwa
Recent Robin Pope Safari’s guest, Neil Andrews, tells of their incredible sighting on a game drive in South Luangwa National Park. It was one for the memory card and made for life-long safari memories too. Here’s his story: "Although Jane, Ian, Sarah and myself are regular RPS visitors, for all [...]
The Bush Spa, South Luangwa Nominated for Awards Again
At the Bush-Spa we thrive on our unique location! There are plenty places in the world where one can have a Spa treatment, but only a few where your wellness session might be extended due to unique sightings of visiting wildlife. Our competitive edge besides our location is our ability [...]
Revisiting the Zambia hunting debate in light of Cecil’s slaughter
The sad and, more importantly, unlawful killing of one of Africa's best-known lions, Cecil, in neighbouring Zimbabwe has taken social media by storm in the last few days and has done serious damage to the "cause" of the pro trophy hunting community. But while Cecil's death has prompted considerable reevaluation [...]
Zambia Tourism Board to widen its reach
ZAMBIA Tourism Board (ZTB) says it has started diversifying its marketing strategies to tap the growing market like India and other Asian countries. ZTB managing director Felix Chaila said Zambia has been receiving tourists from India but they come through South Africa as add-ons to view the Victoria Falls. “Three [...]
Luangwa Safari House Turns 10, South Luangwa
By Claire Birtwhistle Turning 10 years old! It’s a momentous occasion for any child to hit the double digits but for a safari camp it is an even bigger achievement. Luangwa Safari House is patting itself on the back for growing up this year. 2015 marks the 10 year anniversary [...]
Going Green in Kafue National Park
By Sarah Davies Eco-tourism – we hear it all the time but what does it really mean? We read about “green” safari camps who “contribute” to their local communities and “empower” staff but how can we really be sure that such lofty declarations aren’t just another clever marketing tool? Recently [...]
Lovely Liuwa Plains with Norman Carr and People and Places
Towards the end of April I was lucky enough to be invited by Dave Wilson of Norman Carr Safaris on their inaugural trip into Liuwa Plain National Park for a four night safari at the recently upgraded Matamanene Camp. What an incredible experience this was, and something that I will [...]