8 Day South Luangwa Wildlife Photography Pangolin Safari
8 Day South Luangwa Wildlife Photography Pangolin Safari
Accompanied throughout by an experienced Pangolin Photo Host, you'll receive expert photographic guidance, field tuition, and image review sessions designed to help you capture exceptional wildlife images.
Often described as one of Africa's finest safari destinations, South Luangwa offers a character and atmosphere unlike any other national park in Southern Africa. While the region is renowned for its exceptional leopard sightings and large pods of hippos inhabiting the Luangwa River, its incredible biodiversity, dramatic landscapes, and intimate safari experiences make it a dream destination for wildlife photographers.
This safari can also be seamlessly combined with our Chobe Photography Safari for an unforgettable extended African wildlife adventure.
- Duration: 8 Days
- Country: Zambia
- Travel Dates: 5 – 12 June 2027
- Region: South Luangwa in Zambia, Southern Africa
- Cost: US$10,945 per person sharing, Single Supplement: US$2,200
A Photographer's Paradise
South Luangwa National Park is celebrated for its extraordinary concentration of wildlife and exceptional photographic opportunities. Vast elephant herds roam the floodplains, while lions, leopards, and cheetahs patrol the grasslands, offering thrilling opportunities to photograph Africa's most iconic predators in their natural environment.
The winding Luangwa River forms the heart of the park, attracting an abundance of wildlife throughout the day. Hippos crowd the shallow lagoons, crocodiles patrol the riverbanks, and elephants and buffalo regularly gather to drink, bathe, and cool off, creating spectacular wildlife scenes and endless photographic opportunities.
Stunning Landscapes
The park's ever-changing scenery ranges from sweeping open savannahs and lush floodplains to dense riverine forests, oxbow lagoons, and ancient woodlands. Sunrise and sunset bathe the landscape in beautiful golden light, creating ideal conditions for dramatic landscape and wildlife photography. The diverse habitats ensure an endless variety of compositions throughout the safari.
Exceptional Bird Photography
With more than 400 recorded bird species, South Luangwa is equally rewarding for bird photographers. Colourful Lilac-breasted Rollers, numerous Bee-eaters, impressive birds of prey, kingfishers, storks, and, with a little luck, the elusive Pel's Fishing Owl all feature among the park's remarkable avian highlights. Resident and migratory species thrive across the park's rivers, wetlands, and woodlands, providing outstanding photographic opportunities throughout the year.
Whether photographing an elusive leopard resting in a sausage tree, elephants crossing the Luangwa River, or the vibrant colours of Africa's birdlife, South Luangwa delivers unforgettable wildlife encounters at every turn.
Safari Includes
- Meet and greet on arrival at Mfuwe Airport, Zambia
- Road transfer to Chikunto Safari Lodge
- Seven nights' accommodation at Chikunto, located inside South Luangwa National Park
- All meals throughout your stay
- Soft drinks, local beers, wines, and standard alcoholic beverages (excluding premium brands)
- Open safari vehicle game drives (maximum of four guests per vehicle)
- Laundry service
- Expert photographic tuition and guidance from Pangolin Photo Hosts throughout the safari.
An extraordinary blend of incredible wildlife, spectacular scenery, and expert photographic guidance makes this one of Africa's premier wildlife photography experiences.