THE WILD SOURCE PRESENTS Zambia Walking and Water · THE WILD SOURCE PRESENTS Zambia Walking and Water GROUP TRIP LED BY: DARCIE CARR Trip limited to a maximum of 6 participants

THE WILD SOURCE

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Golden, CO 80401

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720-497-1250

THE WILD SOURCE PRESENTS

Zambia Walking

and Water

GROUP TRIP LED BY:

DARCIE CARR

Trip limited to a maximum of 6 participants

Zambia Walking and Water Safari led by Darcie Carr of The Wild Source 2

The Wild Source • 801 14th Street, Golden, CO 80401 • 1-720-497-1250

ITINERARY Aug. 27 South Luangwa National Park. Mfuwe Lodge.

Arrival into Lusaka (flight not included), then connect to your scheduled flight to Mfuwe. Greeted on arrival and game drive transfer to Mfuwe Lodge. Activities include day and night game drives and guided walks.

Aug. 28 South Luangwa National Park. Mfuwe Lodge. South Luangwa National Park. Mfuwe Lodge. Morning game drive, followed by a midday visit to the local village, school and textile project. Return to the lodge for an afternoon game drive.

Aug. 29 South Luangwa National Park. Zungulila Bushcamp. Depart in the morning with a bush breakfast for a game drive through South Luangwa National Park. Arrive at Zungulila camp in time for lunch and an afternoon activity. Day and night game drives and walking safaris are offered here.

Aug. 30 South Luangwa National Park. Zungulila Bushcamp.

Aug. 31 South Luangwa National Park. Kapamba Camp. Transfer by vehicle or by foot to your next bushcamp. Kapamba Camp offers day and night game drives and walking safaris.

Sep. 01 South Luangwa National Park. Kapamba Camp.

Sep. 02 South Luangwa National Park. Bilimungwe Camp. Transfer south by foot or by vehicle to Bilimungwe Camp. Activities here include walking safaris and day and night game drives.

Sep. 03 South Luangwa National Park. Bilimungwe Camp.

Sep. 04 Departure. Morning road transfer to Mfuwe, where you will connect to your flight to Lusaka. From there you will connect to your onward international flight (flight not included).



Optional Extension to Lower Zambezi National Park

Sep. 04 Lower Zambezi National Park. Amanzi Camp. From Lusaka, board your scheduled flight to Jeki. Greeted on arrival and assisted with your transfer to Amanzi Camp. Activities here include game drives, night drives, walking safaris, canoeing safaris, boating and fishing.

Sep. 05 Lower Zambezi National Park. Amanzi Camp.

Sep. 06 Lower Zambezi National Park. Amanzi Camp. FREE NIGHT.

Sep. 07 Departure. Morning road transfer to Jeki airstrip, where you will connect to your flight to Lusaka. From there you will connect to your onward flight (not included).



SAFARI COSTS

Safari Cost is $6,850 per person and $1,220 single supplement Optional Extension to Lower Zambezi is $2,300 per person with no single supplement NOTE: Price quoted above is a discounted pay by check or bank wire price. Payment by credit card would be at the non-cash discount price of $7,214 per person / $1,269 single supplement / $2,392 optional extension.

Cost includes internal bush flights and road transfers starting and ending in Lusaka, Zambia, accommodation, meals, drinks (except at Mfuwe Lodge), laundry, park/conservation fees, and activities.

The Wild Source will also donate a bore hole (drinking well) to the Bushcamp Company’s water project with Charity Begins at Home if we fill the group.

Not Included Out of Pocket Costs to Consider

International Air to and from Lusaka.

Drinks at Mfuwe Lodge.

Any arrangements before or after the safari.

Tips – On safari we recommend $25 per person per day -- $10 to your guide, $5 to your tracker, and $10 to the camp staff. In city hotels $1 a bag.

Zambia Entry Visa (currently $50 per person)

Travel Insurance is required by the camps – we sell Travel Guard or you are welcome to secure your own policy.

Health – visit to a Travel Clinic and any medications or vaccines needed.



INTRODUCTION

Zambia is often referred to as The Real Africa. Of course all other safari areas are very real

too but Zambian safaris are rightfully distinguished by the expedition of old adventure that

they deliver under the care of exceptional guides in out of the way wilderness areas teeming

with wildlife. The atmosphere carries back to the camps as well, unlike other Southern Africa

destinations there is still a preponderance of bushcamps, small and intimate, roughly half the

size of a typical Botswana luxury camp which are considered small anywhere other than

Zambia. They retain a rustic charm yet still deliver extreme comfort and pampering service

while maintaining a wonderful on the ground connection to the wilderness areas where they

are placed.

Zambian guiding standards are rivaled only by Zimbabwe. Problems in Zimbabwe actually

led to many guides moving over to Zambia and the result has been exceptional skills being

cultivated in the local Zambian guides. South Luangwa is the birthplace of walking safaris

and it is a rare treat to walk in areas where animals are habituated to humans on foot. The

area also offers outstanding game drives, both day and night.



EXPLORE THE WILDSIDE South Luangwa is without doubt one of Africa’s most game rich parks but unlike most National

Parks there are satellite bushcamps where you can have the entire park to yourself and the

rules allow the freedom of both walking safaris and night drives.

This park is a valley formed by the South Luangwa River, which teems with hippos and

crocodiles. The park is the birthplace of walking safaris, pioneered in the 1950’s and the area

remains the ideal location for a safari on foot. Placing your feet on the ground provides a

connection to the African wilderness that is just not possible riding in a vehicle. You will be

in big game areas and expect to view from foot the large mega fauna species such as

elephant, buffalo, giraffe, and possibly lion as well as discover the small delights that are

missed on game drives.

This region is also stellar for game drives and the quality is unbeatable because you will not

typically see another vehicle having all sightings to yourself. This area is famed for its night

drives when the spotlight often finds the secretive nocturnal creatures and the area is

especially known for its leopard sightings.



You will have a diverse experience exploring from and between three bushcamps. Together

they make a great circuit. Each is a small and intimate camp (4 chalets/tents each) run by

The Bushcamp Company, known to have some of the best guides in existence and their

camps are ideally placed for a circuit in a remote area of the park where you are unlikely to

see any other people or vehicles – truly the ideal way to commune with the wild. You will

start with time at Mfuwe Lodge, a prime area for game drives and to observe wildlife right

from the lodge.



DARCIE CARR THE WILD SOURCE GROUP LEADER

Darcie has served as a naturalist guide and tour leader for nearly a decade, leading tours to

over 20 destinations across North America including the major wildlife hotspots, such as

Yellowstone, Rocky Mountain, and Glacier National Parks. Throughout her travels to nearly

all of the continents, Africa is the destination that continues to captivate her the most and she

began transitioning to focusing on safari travel in 2009. Since then, she has returned to

various parts of the continent to be on safari at least once every year.

As a safari planner for The Wild Source, Darcie specializes in customizing safaris to the needs

of the clients. As a group leader, she provides the same personalized attention and

consideration for each participant. After guiding over 50 group tours throughout her career,

Darcie maintains an enthusiasm for sharing the magic with fellow travelers and wildlife

enthusiasts, and looks forward to meeting you on your next adventure.



MFUWE LODGE 2 NIGHTS - SOUTH LUANGWA NATIONAL PARK, ZAMBIA

Mfuwe Lodge is an ideal home for your last night in

South Luangwa National Park, with 18 luxury en-suite

thatched chalets, each with a private decking area that

overlooks a lagoon that attracts abundant wildlife and

game from the African bush. This lodge is renowned

for its in camp wildlife viewing so great sightings can

come at any time.

This is in the central area of the park that is known for

its outstanding wildlife concentrations. You will have

an afternoon/night game drive before heading out the

next morning.

Scattered along two lagoons' shady banks lie each

chalet from where you can enjoy your own private piece

of Africa. Secluded covered verandas look out over

wallowing hippo and thirsty game in the lagoons, while

the newly refurbished African interiors are the perfect

place to wind down with their comfortable sitting rooms

and en-suite bathrooms with panoramic walk-in

showers.



Each chalet is decorated with superb attention to detail

and is equipped with everything from refrigerator to

shampoo and mosquito repellent. Sunken bath tubs

have private views of the lagoon.

The game-viewing potential at Mfuwe Lodge and the

surrounding area is second-to-none. Walking safaris

can be arranged on request, but the majority of outings

are game drives, allowing guests to explore as much of

this prolific region of the Luangwa Valley as possible.

Drives are led by our experienced team of guides,

setting out at first light, and then again in the late

afternoon when the wildlife is at its most active. After

sundowners, spotlights are used to pick out a new cast

of nocturnal creatures.

Dinner is sometimes served by lamplight on the

poolside deck overlooking the lagoon. There is a large

pool, great for relaxing and typically with views of game

while you swim.

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ZUNGULILA BUSHCAMP 2 NIGHTS - SOUTH LUANGWA NATIONAL PARK, ZAMBIA

Zungulila is a charming camp that embodies the

essence of old Africa and a bygone era, with

breathtaking views onto the Kapamba River and an

expansive plain where natural springs attract huge

herds of game. Zungulila is eminently peaceful and

remote.

If you long to explore Africa as it used to be, Zungulila

is a great camp for you. One of Zambia’s most talented

guides, Fanuel, is typically based at Zungulila and will

lead you on foot through some of the park’s most

untouched wilderness, where large herds of buffalo

roam the grassy plains and thirsty elephants come to

drink at the springs and along the river.



With limited roads in the area, activities are focused

around walking, but to get even further afield, day and

night game drives are also on offer. When a camp has

8 guests Bushcamp Company now brings in a second

walking guide to ensure flexibility and intimate walks.

You can also relax in chairs placed in the shallow river

as you just soak it all in.

Limited to eight guests in four spacious tents Zungulila is

a very intimate camp. Built under thatch roofs, each

shaded tent has its own private bamboo veranda with

immense views over an impressive variety of wildlife

coming to the river. With stylish interiors, en-suite

bathrooms, hot-and-cold running water, outdoor showers

and sunken plunge-pool you can enjoy your creatures

and your creature comforts in this classic tented

bushcamp.



KAPAMBA BUSHCAMP 2 NIGHTS - SOUTH LUANGWA NATIONAL PARK, ZAMBIA

Kapamba is the most luxurious of the Bushcamps, yet

it is still wonderfully isolated and is known for superb

game viewing and stunning scenery. Remote and

romantic along the Kapamba River.

Set on the banks of the shallow, spring-fed Kapamba

River the camp is surrounded by some of the park’s

richest wildlife. Watching an elephant take a dip in the

river can be quite an experience when you’re lounging

in your own private plunge pool. The central bar and

dining room is positioned under a huddle of matumi and

sausage trees, with a wide deck that stretches out with

views of the Kapamba River. And if that’s still not close

enough for you, why not enjoy your G&T from the

middle of the river itself, your feet dipped in the cool,

crystal shallows.



Get out into the bush and explore the rich diversity of

the surrounding area on guided morning and afternoon

walks, or jump into a Land Rover for a driving safari

(day or night). When a camp has 8 guests Bushcamp

Company now brings in a second walking guide to

ensure flexibility and intimate walks.

The charm and romance of Kapamba is most obvious

in its four spacious en-suite chalets. Cool, simple and

utterly original, these entirely open-fronted rooms boast

wide verandas with river views, twin showers and

sunken stone plunge pools – the ultimate in bush

indulgence.

Clever wrought-iron shutters are drawn each evening

so that you can enjoy the sights and sounds of the

African night without worrying about unwanted visitors

wandering into your room whilst you sleep. Two of the

chalets have twin beds (queen-sized beds), while the

other two have king-sized doubles.



BILIMUNGWE BUSHCAMP 2 NIGHTS - SOUTH LUANGWA NATIONAL PARK, ZAMBIA

Bilimungwe Bushcamp is nestled in a riverine forest

along the picturesque banks of the Luangwa River.

This is a remote and unspoilt area and an ideal base

for walking safaris. The rustic dining area and fully

stocked bar are constructed on raised decking with

views of Bilimungwe’s permanent waterhole and

abundant game. Most importantly Bilimungwe Camp is

the base for Manda Chisanga, an award winning guide

who is as good as it gets for walking safaris.

The camp is made of 4 very comfortable reed and

thatch chalets with en-suite shower, toilet and double

vanities. Each chalet has two queen sized beds with

mosquito nets. This camp was just re-built in 2011 with

brilliant results and each chalet looks out on very active

waterholes.

When a camp has 8 guests Bushcamp Company now

brings in a second walking guide to ensure flexibility

and intimate walks.





AMANZI CAMP LOWER ZAMBEZI, ZAMBIA – 3 NIGHTS

OPTIONAL EXTENSION

Lower Zambezi National Park offers a stunning

environment and variety of safari activities. The

Zambezi River is the draw as large quantities of

animals come to the water in the dry season. The river

can be explored by both pontoon boat and canoe.

Fishing is tremendous. The rich Zambezi has also

produced the growth of towering woodlands that are

open and ideal for walking and game driving in a

different environment than most other safari locations.

Night drives are also possible creating the opportunity

to see the full diversity of wildlife and increasing the

chances of seeing active predators on the hunt.

Dry season game viewing is top notch in this area.

Amanzi is located in a top game viewing area that is

remote with only two other camps using this special

part of the park. The area has a deserved reputation for

outstanding leopard viewing. Elephants and buffalo

abound right around camp. Night drives are also

productive with civets and genets commonly sighted.

Excellent guides deliver a fantastic safari, taking full

advantage of the wide range of activities.



Amanzi camp is situated directly on the banks of the

Zambezi's Ngwenya channel just two kilometers

downstream from its sister camp, Anabezi. The name

"Amanzi" means water and with the intimate position

on the Zambezi proves a fitting name.

The camp consists of 4 tents, each with two double

beds on a raised teak deck. The tents have an indoor

shower and bathroom, as well as a private sitting area

and balcony overlooking the Zambezi.

The camp is intimate, yet private with the tents

generously spaced and connected with a raised

walkway to the main area.

The main area offers stunning views of the mosaic of

islands that are home to a group of majestic elephant

bulls. The main area leads down to the pool deck which

sits just above the Zambezi River.



ETHICS & PHILANTHROPY

NJOZI CAMP - TANZANIA

We believe that lasting conservation can only succeed if local communities receive sufficient

benefits for protecting the land, and that responsible tourism can be a resource for local

empowerment and improvement for quality of life.

From predator-livestock conflict research to school sponsorships, The Wild Source has a

wide range of programs that focus on enriching the lives of the people and conserving wildlife

where we operate safaris. Costs of these programs come from our bottom line and are not

packaged into our proposals. The following pages highlight our efforts:

The Wild Source Tanzania operates Njozi Camp, a seasonal camp that moves with the great

migration around the Serengeti ecosystem. We exclusively hire local staff who

enthusiastically provide the warmth and hospitality that creates a unique experience at our

camp. Through empowerment of staff and competitive wages, we serve as a model for good

practice in the industry. The camp supports a staff of 13 Tanzanians, including a Camp

Manager and multiple chefs. It is also the first camp to employ a local wildlife biologist.



LOCAL WILDLIFE BIOLOGIST ON STAFF - TANZANIA

The Wild Source is the first safari operator to create a program to develop local wildlife

biologists. Wildlife research in Africa continues to be dominated by foreign researchers and

it is a challenge for young local wildlife biologists to find a first opportunity. We have made

the commitment to hire graduates from The College of African Wildlife Management in

Arusha, Tanzania. In addition to a salary The Wild Source provides a research base using

our Njozi Camp and housing/feeding the wildlife biologists. We also provide vehicle use, fuel,

and the various equipment needed by the researchers.

Our first wildlife biologists are Sosy

Maria and Fadhil Magoye (who

doubles as a guide). These young

biologists are in the second year of

researching the big cats of Ndutu

and Serengeti.

We are determining how to identify

each individual in the field by utilizing

spot and/or whisker patterns. Each

big cat sighting is marked by

recording GPS coordinates so we

can determine ranges and favorite

haunts for individuals. We are also

studying the hunting behavior of the

big cats and evaluating potential

impacts of the tourism industry.

We have partnered with Image Based Ecological Information System (IBEIS) on the

development of a cheetah recognition software program. IBEIS is a group founded by

professors from Princeton University, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and University of

Illinois - Chicago. This team has perfected Stripespotter software which can identify individual

zebra and giraffe. Next up IBEIS wanted to test their software for identification of cheetah.

The Wild Source biologists photograph each cheetah from different sides and document

unique spot patterns to definitively identify individuals. Our team provides IBEIS with baseline

profiles of the cheetah that we have identified. To test the program, we submit a collection

of random photos of cheetah contributed by our guests. The software can then be tested to

see how successfully it can match photos to our known cheetah. Once the software is proven

to be accurate it can be used to help researchers in the field instantly know the identity (or

realize it is a cheetah never previously documented). It is believed even young cubs have

definitive spot patterns on their legs so over time we may be able to trace the history and

lineage of adult cheetah to when we first saw them as small cubs. Eventually tourists will be

able to return home and scan their photo against a database to quickly identify the individual

and receive any life history that has been recorded.



PREDATOR/LIVESTOCK CONFLICT RESEARCH

Human/wildlife conflict over livestock is the biggest factor in declining African predator

populations. The Wild Source’s Bill Given is a leading researcher tackling this huge issue.

Bill is a Research Associate of the Denver Zoo and member of the Botswana based Kalahari

Research & Conservation program. Bill has been conducting research on African lions and

their conflict over cattle. In phase one of our research we have been placing satellite collars

on lions that are captured on cattle lands and re-located into protective game

reserves/national parks. We then monitor their movements and have documented the poor

results of simply moving cattle predating lions.

In our second phase, we are testing a method known as conditioned taste aversion (CTA).

The CTA research focuses on treating lions with a carefully constructed beef bait that

contains a veterinary medication that makes the predator feel as if it has been food poisoned.

The technique is tapping into a sub-conscious evolutionary defense mechanism that exists in

all species, and serves to protect against the consumption of a deadly food. After surviving

such an event a consumer will avoid the food just based on smell. Bill has worked with

captive lions, cougars and Mexican wolves, and in all cases been able to use the CTA method

to have them cease to eat a food based on smell. There is no doubt that this evolutionary

defense mechanism exits. The research question is can we mimic nature well enough to use

the CTA process as a viable management tool to mitigate predator conflict with livestock?

If you wish to make a contribution, tax deductible donations can be made through the Denver

Zoological Foundation, which is a non-profit 501-c (3) organization. The Zoo takes no

overhead, so 100% of your donation goes directly to our lion research. Contact us for details

so we can ensure your donation is properly ear-marked for our research.



ZAMBIA SCHOOL STUDENT SPONSORSHIP

The Wild Source currently sponsors three Zambian students for their secondary education.

Esnart is at Mfuwe Day Secondary School, while Jere and Matthews are fully supported at

top Zambian boarding schools. We maintain these sponsorships through the non-profit,

Charity Begins at Home, in conjunction with The Bushcamp Company. Much focus is on

supporting Mfuwe Day, the only secondary school near South Luangwa National Park.

Mfuwe Day has benefitted from construction doubling class rooms, providing dormitories and

meal programs. Every guest who visits the Bushcamp Company contributes to the Luangwa

Conservation and Community Fund—a daily fee of $10 per person—which funds anti-

poaching efforts inside of the national park and also finances community initiatives. While a

visit to the Bushcamps results in a direct contribution, there are many ways to get involved

including a visit to the school. The program has increased from 100 sponsored students to

350, and has just begun a sponsorship program for college and vocational schooling. Esnart,

featured below, supports her disabled father, as well as attends school full time. Through our

sponsorship, she no longer walks the 6 miles to school every day after receiving her bicycle.

She also receives a lunch meal through the 700 Day Scholars feeding program. She aspires

to become a math teacher.



TANZANIA GUIDE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

As a highly-respected leader in the guiding industry, The Wild Source Tanzania Managing

Director Deo Magoye, wanted to serve as a mentor to promising young guides. His intern

program selects recent graduates to provide them with field training and the opportunity to

shadow guides of The Wild Source. Nothing beats real world experience, and to be mentored

by The Wild Source guide team is an incredible opportunity. While cultivating local talent,

Deo also ensures that the message of conservation continues beyond our lifetime as the next

generation of guides develop an ethic of appreciation for their natural heritage.

In 2015 we have three interns participating in our program - Henry, Livingstone and Robert.

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