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	South Luangwa National Park :: Zambia :: Locations
		The Luangwa River is the most intact major river system in Africa and is the life blood of the Park, with the concentration of game around the river and its ox bow lagoons amongst the highest in Africa.
		The winding Luangwa River also has an extraordinarily high number of crocodiles and it is not uncommon to see several basking on the riverbanks or even floating down the river tearing at a dead animal.
		One of the birding highlights of South Luangwa is the impressive breeding colonies of yellow-billed storks in the Nsefu Sector.
	www.ngoko.com /zambia/south_luangwa_np.php (497 words)

	North Luangwa National Park - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		North Luangwa National Park is a national park in Zambia, the northernmost of the three in the valley of the Luangwa River.
		Like the South Park, its eastern boundary is the Luangwa River, while it rises to cover it stretch of the Muchingo Escarpment to the west.
		The Mwalesh River flows east-west through the centre of the park, the area to its south being a strict wilderness zone.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/North_Luangwa_National_Park (243 words)

	Luangwa River - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The Luangwa River is one of the major tributaries of the Zambezi river.
		The Luangwa Valley contains the North Luangwa National Park and South Luangwa National Parks of Zambia, which are among some of the finest in Africa.
		The river itself is home to large populations of hippopotamuses and crocodiles.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Luangwa_River (163 words)

	On Safari - South Luangwa Valley, Victoria Falls, Lower Zambezi National Park (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
		The Luangwa River and its lagoons form the park's eastern boundary and play a major role in the ecology of the region.
		Luangwa allows night game viewing with spot lights to glimpse the fascinating nocturnal creatures not visible or active during the day.
		Birdwatching, especially on the rivers and the dambos, is superb.
	www.onsafari.com /ptv_zambia.asp (1014 words)

	South Luangwa National Park, Zambia Safaris: Map of Safari Camps and Lodges
		The survival of the valley depends on the winding Luangwa River, crowded with hippos, crocodiles and wading waterfowl.
		The Luangwa is known for huge herds of elephants, large pods of hippos and huge numbers of crocodiles which inhabit the muddy Luangwa River.
		The Luangwa River is the most intact major river system in Africa and is the life blood of the park's 9,050 km
	www.eyesonafrica.net /african-safari-zambia/south-luangwa-safari.htm (343 words)

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		The undoubted focus of South Luangwa National Park, and its life-blood, is the Luangwa River snaking southwards down the eastern region of the Park towards its meeting with the Zambezi at the head of the vast man-made lake of Cahora Bassa.
		The Luangwa Valley - some 50 kilometres wide - is bounded in the west by the steep rise of the Muchinga escarpment and to the east by a gentler, hilly landscape.
		Today there are several upmarket lodges along the eastern shores of the Luangwa River and although accessible by motor vehicle most safari operators meet their clients at Lusaka airport and fly them in to the airstrip just outside Mfuwe, the main gate.
	www.africa-geographic.com /Archives/archive_pics/africa/A040103/A040103.htm (832 words)

	Walking Safari in Luangwa National Park \| Wildlife adventure in Africa \| Abacus African Safaris
		The Luangwa River system within the Park is densely populated with a diverse range of Africa’s wildlife, especially hippo, crocodile and wading waterfowl.
		The Luangwa Valley is where today’s walking safaris originated and this is one of the few places in Africa where visitors are able to walk amongst the wildlife, accompanied for safety by experienced, expert guides and armed rangers.
		Luangwa is where the walking safari became famous and with its abundant and varied animal and bird species, a Luangwa walking safari is one of the best ways to get an intimate experience of the bush.
	www.african-safaris-adventures.com /walking_luangwa_abacus_african_safaris.htm (756 words)

	Zambia Safaris
		South Luangwa National Park is the home of the walking safari and Lower Zambezi National Park, opposite Mana Pools is a traditional place for canoeing safaris as well as the location of some excellent tented camps.
		The River Club is an ideal way to relax in elegance at the end of your safari in beautiful surroundings and enjoy Victoria Falls while avoiding the crowds of the town itself.
		River Club is an excellent venue from which to enjoy the full range of activities offered in the Victoria Falls area.
	www.capecairo.com /zambia/zambia.html (362 words)

	Africa Travel Centre : Safaris : 11 Day South Luangwa Adventure (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
		South Luangwa National Park lies within the Luangwa Valley, whose floor, for the most part, is gently sloping and well wooded, with isolated, broken ridges and a flat alluvial plain.
		The Luangwa River inundates its flood plain periodically, usually in February, and after a flood the river sometimes changes its course, leaving oxbow lakes along the old channel.
		Tena Tena is located on the banks of the Luangwa River, under a grove of shady mahogany trees within South Luangwa National Park.
	www.africatvl.com /safaris/zambia11day.html (665 words)

	::. Ker & Downey .::
		The South Luangwa Valley, which marks the end of the Great Rift Valley, is one of the last unspoiled wilderness areas.
		The survival of the valley depends on the winding Luangwa River which is crowded with hippo, crocodile and wading waterfowl.
		The camp is on a scenic stretch of the Mwaleshi River, a clear-water perennial stream feeding the Luangwa River.
	www.kerdowney.com /ui/dynamicpage.php?id=MTk0 (837 words)

	Zambezi articles on Encyclopedia.com (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
		Zambezi ZAMBEZI [Zambezi], river, c.1,700 mi (2,740 km) long, rising in NW Zambia, S central Africa, and flowing in an S-shaped course generally E through E Angola, along the Zambia-Zimbabwe border, and through central Mozambique to the Mozambique Channel of the Indian Ocean, near Chinde.
		Luangwa LUANGWA [Luangwa], river, c.500 mi (800 km) long, S Africa.
		Shire SHIRE; [Shire] or Shiré, river, c.250 mi (400 km) long, flowing from the southern end of Lake Nyasa, Malawi, SE Africa, to the Zambezi River in central Mozambique.
	www.encyclopedia.com /articles/14141.html (482 words)

	North Luangwa National Park in Zambia
		Through their influence and as a means of helping to curb poaching in the area, the authorities allowed entry to the park to a few more safari operators who bring limited numbers into the park for guided walking safaris and game drives.
		Like the South Park, it lies on the western bank of the Luangwa River bordered on the other side by the dramatic Muchinga escarpment which rises over 1000 meters from the valley floor.
		There are a number of tributary rivers running through the park and into the Luangwa which play an important ecological role in the Area.
	www.zambiatourism.com /travel/nationalparks/nluangwa.htm (824 words)

	Zambia's South Luangwa National Park, one of Africa's prime game reserves
		South Luangwa has a good population of leopard but they are not that easy to spot and tend to retreat when they hear vehicles.
		Lions are as plentiful in the Luangwa as anywhere else in Africa, but when a kill is made away from the central tourist area, the pride may stay away for several days and may not be seen by visitors on a short stay.
		Track and Trail River Camp is located at a breathtaking spot on the Luangwa River, a rustic camp only five minutes from the main entrance of the South Luangwa National Park.
	www.zambiatourism.com /travel/nationalparks/sluangwa.htm (2799 words)

	South Luangwa National Park safaris, lodges and wildlife tours
		The river is permanent but levels rise and fall dramatically which produces an additional seasonal flood-plain habitat which boosts grazer numbers and allows for the existence of puku which are highly dependent on the green belt along the water's edge.
		The source of the Luangwa is in the hills of north eastern Zambia (Nykia plateau area).
		This means that for almost the entire length of this river, there is no risk of river-bank subsistence cultivation causing degradation (unlike many large rivers in Africa which do, at some point, have cultivation on their banks which would have greatly changed the river).
	www.ecoafrica.com /african/travel/SouthLuangwaNationalPark.html (798 words)

	The Africa Adventure Co. - SOUTH LUANGWA WALKING SAFARIS
		The South Luangwa Valley has a high concentration of elephants in the woodland savannah areas; along with the indigenous Thornicroft's giraffe.
		Chikoko Bush Camp is located on the banks of the Luangwa River, in an area with no roads, so it is highly unlikely that other tourists will be sighted.
		Kaingo Camp is situated across the Luangwa River from Tafika and Nsefu Camps.
	www.africa-adventure.com /programs/prg_zamo00.html (1562 words)

	the great rift valley - zambia - luangwa safari network
		The Luangwa Valley, situated at the end of the Great Rift Valley, is a region of magnificent natural beauty, abundant animal numbers and of vast conservation value.
		Situated at the end of the Great Rift Valley and is itself a rift valley: with the Luangwa River winding its way along the valley floor which is flanked on either side by steep escarpment walls.
		History: Right back in 1904, a Luangwa Game Park was declared on the east of the Luangwa River, but it was only in 1938 that three parks were officially created in the valley - the North Luangwa Game Reserve; the Lukusuzi Game Reserve; and the South Luangwa Game Reserve - similar to present parks.
	www.luangwa.net /zambia_info/parks_in_zambia/default.htm (287 words)

	Along the Luangwa: A Story of an African Floodplain - Schyuler Bull (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
		Grade 1-4-This survival story of a mother crocodile and her newly hatched babies describes some of the dangers of life in Zambia's Luangwa River Valley, one of the few places where Nile crocodiles still thrive in the wild.
		Explores life in Zambia's Luangwa River Valley as seen through the eyes of a mother crocodile and her newly hatched babies.
		Unfortunately, a drought hits the area and the crocodile family is forced to move to the shores of the Luangwa River.
	www.bookfinder.us /review1/0613501748.html (1290 words)

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		Birdlife is prolific and the park is particularly noteworthy for storks, geese, cranes, and the riparian colonies of carmine bee-eater Merops nubicus.
		There are three zones: part of the Luangwa riverine area with visitor access by vehicle or foot; the Luangwa river and two major tributaries with access on foot only; and the remaining area with no visitor access.
		Mitchell, B.L. and Ansell, W.F.H. Wildlife of Kafue and Luangwa.
	www.unep-wcmc.org /protected_areas/data/sample/0244p.htm (870 words)

	South Luangwa - Shenton Safaris - African Safari Holidays
		The Luangwa River is the most intact major river system in Africa and is the life blood of the park's 9050km2; it is not dammed anywhere, has no industrial development on its banks and only supports subsistent agriculture in areas outside the park.
		Lion are plentiful in the Luangwa Valley and their main source of prey includes buffalo, zebra, hippo and the smaller antelope like impala and puku.
		One of the Luangwa's most beautiful qualities are its number of huge trees from the enormous ebony forests, such as the one alongside Kaingo Camp which stretches 3km, to one thousand year old lead woods.
	www.kaingo.com /luangwa.asp (1122 words)

	A Luangwa Marathon
		As we approached the place on the river which was said to be fordable, it was clear that not many people had attempted the crossing this year – the track was overgrown and had virtually disappeared.
		Total distance across the river – including a sandbank at the far side – was probably 150 to 200 metres and the river was flowing fast.
		To cross this river a balance had to be found between going fast enough to avoid sinking in the sand and slow enough not to create a bow wave that would flood the engine compartment.
	www.lowdown.co.zm /2004/2004-04/luangwamarathon.htm (2448 words)

	Luangwa Encounter Safari; South Luangwa, Zambia
		The safari follows the course of the beautiful Luangwa River and, with a minimum of four guests, the itinerary is completely flexible.
		Bilimungwe is nestled in riverine forest along the banks of the Luangwa River.
		Kuyenda Bush Camp is built on the banks of the Manzi river in a remote part of the South Luangwa National Park.
	www.classicafrica.com /safaris/luencountsafari.htm (933 words)

	South Luangwa, Zambia - Safari Parks & African Wildlife.
		The survival of the valley depends on the winding Luangwa River, crowded with hippos, crocodiles and wading waterfowl, and its numerous tributaries that course through the park.
		Antelopes, wildebeest and zebra congregate along the river and on the open savannah grasslands in the north, where most safari camps are located.
		After one night of heavy rain and thunder, the Luangwa River could rise by several metres to form a lake that was not there the day before.
	www.game-reserve.com /zambia_south_luangwa.html (714 words)

	Wild African Ventures
		Cross the Luangwa River by boat, and walk to the first bush camp in time for lunch (luggage is portered).
		Elephants often cross the Luangwa, seen from the bar, or come to the waterhole near the thatched dining room.
		The view of the river is superb and includes a terraced area where game grazes during the day.
	www.wildafricanventures.com /zambia/zam_tour3.html (756 words)

	South Luangwa national park
		Near the north-eastern border of Zambia lies the Luangwa Valley - twice the size of Wales it supports one of the greatest concentrations of wildlife to be found.
		The Luangwa River which meanders down the middle of this is the lifeblood of the wildlife.
		It is a dynamic river which constantly changes its course forming ‘ox bow’ lagoons as it winds through the flood plain.
	www.afrizim.com /Places/Luangwa/default.asp (1205 words)

	South Luangwa walking safari in Zambia
		The Luangwa Valley, which marks the end of the Great Rift Valley, is one of the last unspoilt wilderness areas and possibly the finest wildlife sanctuary in Africa.
		South Luangwa is one of Africa’s best kept secrets, a favourite amongst experienced safari goers lookng for an amzing walking safari, and absolutely stunning to first timers and regular visitors alike.
		This building along with each of the tents is on an elevated stretch of river bank overlooking a wide grazing lawn that follows the Luangwa river until it meets the confluence of the Luwi and Luangwa rivers.
	www.tribes.co.uk /countries/zambia/south_luangwa_walking_safari.html (1350 words)

	Past people and environments in the Luangwa Valley Zambia
		The Manzi river section (SL6) preserves large cores (choppers) and flakes of quartzite and quartz in the lowermost cobble layers and these are buried by 2m of artefactually sterile sand.
		The river is eroding what appears to be the edge of a village sealed beneath ~2m of silt and sand.
		The Luangwa rift valley in eastern Zambia is the setting for a five-year archaeological and palaeoenvironmental project funded primarily by the Arts and Humanities Research Board (AHRB) with additional support from the Wenner-Gren Foundation for Anthropological Research.
	www.liv.ac.uk /sace/research/projects/luangwa (1923 words)

	The Luangwa - Zambia
		The Luangwa River, one of the Zambezi's biggest tributaries flows south through a deep valley of fertile grasslands, woodlands and riverine forests.
		The Luangwa Valley itself is the southern extension of the Great Rift Valley that stretches from North Africa down to the Zambezi River.
		Unquestionably Zambia's most famous wildlife sanctuary, the South Luangwa covers a vast 9050 square kilometres and is dominated by a flood plain and savannah that extends from the Luangwa River to the Muchinga escarpment rising over 800 metres from the valley floor in the west.
	www.zambezi.co.uk /safari/zambia/luangwa.html (637 words)

	SA Tours & Safaris (Pty) Ltd • 14 Day Zambia Combination
		The Luangwa Valley stretches the length of eastern Zambia.
		Framed by craggy escarpments and sustained by the dynamic Luangwa River, the Valley is home to the North and South Luangwa National Parks.
		The South Luangwa is Zambia’s (and one of Africa’s) premier wildlife destinations and remains untainted by the effects of mass tourism.
	www.toursaa.com /FITs/53/14_Day_Zambia_Combination.htm (538 words)

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