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stand in the same position for hours before attacking
its prey. Amongst the most beautiful birds are the
elegant crowned cranes, identified by their stunning
golden tufts that congregate in large flocks at vari-
ous saltpans throughout the region. Just before the
rains set in, in November, the intra-African migratory
birds, as well as those from Northern Europe arrive
to take advantage of the weather and ample feeding
opportunities.
These include the red-chested cuckoo, the white
stork, and European swallows. Others such as
swifts, hobbies and bee-eaters, along with birds of
prey such as the Steppe eagles and Steppe buz-
zards make the trip all the way from Russia.
Thorneycroft’s Giraffe, unique to Luangwa Valley can also be easily spotted
A special sight is the large congregation hundreds
of brightly coloured carmine bee-eaters nesting on
the steep sandy banks of the river. With about 400
of Zambia’s 732 species of birds appearing in the
Valley, including 39 birds of prey and 47 migrant
species, there is an enormous amount of activity any
time of the year for the beginner or avid birdwatcher
to enjoy.
WHERE TO STAY
There are many varied places to stay in the Valley
ranging from luxurious safari camps to budget
chalets and camping. Most of the lodges are spread
along the east bank of the Luangwa River, in the
adjoining Game Management Area. Game drives
and walking safaris are conducted along the west
bank of the river, within the Park itself. Some of the
Lodges have bush camps deep in the Park providing
guests remote walking safari experiences.
The Bush Camp Company
Tel: +260-216-245041 or (satellite): +871-76228-0123
Alison@bushcampcompany.com
www.bushcampcompany.com
The Bush Camp Company operates four very
comfortable bush camps along the Luangwa River.
Sanctuary Chichele Presidential
Lodge
Telephone: +260 (0)211 253719 /
253625 / 256022 / 255823
Fax: +260 (0)211 255823
southernafrica@sanctuaryretreats.com
www.sanctuaryretreats.com