South Luangwa

South Luangwa is where safari slows down and the experience deepens. It’s a place where you can walk for hours and not see another vehicle, where leopard sightings are so frequent the park has earned its nickname; the Valley of the Leopard. And when they appear, often draped over a branch or slipping silently through the bush, you’re likely to have them all to yourself. This is the birthplace of the walking safari, and the guiding here remains among the best anywhere. Whether you’re on foot or on a quiet game drive, the feeling is the same - wild, untouched, and unpredictable in the best possible way. The wildlife is extraordinary. Herds of elephant and buffalo, lions on the move, wild dog packs working the riverbanks. Birdlife explodes during the green season, and in the dry months, animals gather around the river in numbers that feel almost cinematic. This is a destination for people who want space, silence, and sightings that don’t come with a queue.