The Green Season Birding Safari is a 7-night safari in Zambia's South Luangwa National Park with the emphasis on birding safaris.
Please note that all of our safaris are tailor-made; this itinerary is just a suggestion and can be amended to better fit your requirements.
Accommodation
7 nights Kapani Lodge
Please note these safaris will be operated between the months of December and March and will be lead by a specialist ornithological guide.
DETAILED ITINERARY
Days 1 to 8: South Luangwa - Kapani Lodge
The green season months are the most exciting for birding in Zambia. All of the migrants are present and many local birds are in full breeding plumage and are singing. Over 400 species of birds have been recorded in South Luangwa National Park and some of the highlights include Western Banded Snake Eagle, Lilian's Lovebird, Collared Palm Thrush and the stunning Fire-crowned Bishop in its summer finery.
We have planned many interesting activities: in addition to the regular game drives guests will also venture out on foot so as to better appreciate bird-calls. There will be an emphasis placed on exploring the different habitats to be found in the Luangwa Valley.
As well as mixed riverine woodland with its lagoons and backwaters we will visit forests of Mopane where this tall tree grows exclusively and is home to species like the Arnot's Chat and Racket-Tailed Roller, which will not be seen elsewhere. One day will be spent driving across the Park to the Mchinga Escarpment. We will drive through brachystegia and other woodlands until we reach the escarpment to look for Pale-Billed Hornbills and other very rare Luangwa sightings.
With our unequalled knowledge of Luangwa’s birdlife there will be the opportunity for guests not only to see many new species but also to learn a lot about the physiology, behaviour and distribution of birds.
Accommodation: Kapani Lodge
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| Woodland Kingfisher |
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| Lovebirds |
| TOUR SUMMARY |
| Duration: 8 days / 7 nights |
| Starts: Mfuwe, South Luangwa |
| Ends: Mfuwe, South Luangwa |
| Type: Birding Safari |
| Rates: On request |
| ACCOMMODATION |
| 4 nts South Luangwa (lodge) |
| NOTES |
| This itinerary can be tailor-made to suit your requirements. Please visit our Safari Planner page and tell us more about your holiday to Zambia. |
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