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| North Luangwa National Park has a great variety of large mammalian species.  |
Mark and Delia Owens's long-term goal for their North Luangwa Conservation Project was to assist the Zambian Government to secure, manage, and develop the park so that eco-tourism revenues could sustain the programs of the North Luangwa Conservation Project, and return money to local villagers, so that they would value and conserve their wildlife. By 1995, eco-friendly walking safaris were allowing visitors to enjoy a rare glimpse of wild Africa, while contributing to its protection.
The North Park is an undeveloped conservation area covering 4600 sq. km. in the Luangwa Valley. There are no permanent roads, leaving the land wild, teeming with game and a privilege to explore.
Walking safaris are taken through the bush at a slow pace, stopping to observe not just abundant game, prolific birdlife and varied vegetation but the fascinating insights into the ways of the wild revealed by highly qualified guides.
A few permitted Safari operators take small groups of no more than six on personalized excursions through the Park in traditional style with porters, fine food, and comfortable, rustic bush camps.
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| The Luangwa River has one of the highest densities of hippos and crocodiles of any African river. |
North Luangwa is home to many different antelope species, including blue wildebeest, Lichtenstein's hartebeest, puku, waterbuck, sable and eland. Big herds of buffalo and zebra roam the plains. Large prides of lion, the nocturnal leopard, and packs of wild dog keep the balance.
The Luangwa river carves a tortuous route along the valley floor and is choked with hippopotamus, crocodiles and waterbirds. The avifauna count is over 350 including 38 raptors.The Park is not developed for tourism and access is possible with a licensed safari operator only during the dry season from June to October. ("Wildlife Safaris," A pamphlet produced for the Zambia National Tourist Board by Robyn Curtis.)
For more information and a listing of tour operators you may contact:
Zambian National Tourist Board
Zamnet Communication Systems Ltd
P.O. Box 38299
COMESA Centre
Lusaka
PHONE: 260-1-224-159/260-1-227-430, FAX: 260-1-224-775
For information on walking safaris in North Luangwa, please check the following web sites:
Remote Africa Safaris
Kutandala Safaris
For more information on effective "Eco-Tourism", see the following web site about
author, Carol Patterson <www.desocom.com/egp_eco.html>
Disclaimer: Information regarding travel in Africa is provided to this website by private travel suppliers who are not associated with the Owens Foundation and is made available here as an aid to our readers who may plan travel in Africa. The Owens Foundation and Mark and Delia Owens are not involved or financially interested in any of the companies offering these services or in any aspect of the travel business. We have neither investigated the travel companies providing this information nor confirmed the travel information provided, and we make no warranty concerning either. The Owens Foundation and Mark and Delia Owens are not responsible for the actions or inactions of the companies conducting tours in North Luangwa National Park, or anywhere else, or for the conduct of individuals or groups while on safari. Individuals choosing to travel to North Luangwa do so at their own financial and personal risk.
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