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South Luangwa

Robin Pope Mobile Safari

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About Robin Pope Mobile Safari

A mobile walking trip with a difference in the northern reaches of the South Luangwa.
In the northernmost reaches of South Luangwa, a region so remote it's rarely visited, is the only mobile walking safari in the park. Run by expert operator Robin Pope Safaris, the five-night walking expedition leads you along the banks of the Mupamadzi River through an area that's renowned for its excellent, and totally undisturbed, quantities of game. Depending on exactly where the wildlife is, the camp will move up to three times, making sure you're always in the best spot for the most thrilling of experiences.
From $510 per person/per night
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3 Rooms
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Property details

The property

Each camping spot is pre-chosen, and all are in shady groves of trees with stunning views over the glistening river. Meals are simple, hearty and delicious, and are cooked in the tiniest of bush kitchens or braai-style (who knew you could make a lemon meringue pie over a fire?!). Lunch is served under the trees, or for a special treat, in the shallow waters of the river – perfect for cooling tired toes.

The rooms

You'll stay in traditional, walk-in camping tents, with proper (and quite comfortable) beds. Open-air bathrooms have bucket showers, heated by coals and prepared for your arrival, and long-drop loos, complete with a wooden "throne" for your comfort! There’s no electricity, but plenty of paraffin lamps and torches to light the way when darkness falls.

Activities

Walking, walking and more walking! Each day, you’ll cover around 10 kilometres on walks that last roughly four hours, accompanied by some of Robin Pope’s top guides. On moving days, the team leaps into action as you leave, making sure that you arrive at the new site to find it complete with ready-made beds and a cool G&T! On the first and last nights at Nkwali Camp and Tena Tena, game drives are also available, mixing activities up nicely.

What you'll love

What you'll love

Walking up to 10 kilometres a day along the banks of the crystal-clear Mupamadzi River in one of the wildest places left on the continent.
Insiders tip

Insiders Tip

To experience the best of South Luangwa, start your walking safari with a night in sister lodge Nkwali and end at Tena Tena or Nsefu.
Something to think about

Something to think about

You will undoubtedly spot some big game, but a walking safari like this is primarily about the small things in the bush.
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