Shiwa N’gandu - the subject of the acclaimed book “The Africa House” and the North’s most famous icon. The estate was the dream of Sir Stewart Gore-Browne who, at the turn of the last century, built the tuscan-style, country house in this remote corner of Africa. It has an incredible aura that leaves one completely enchanted.

Mutinondo Wilderness – A stunning eco-lodge located on a private 10,000 ha reserve in an area of exceptional beauty. The lodge is built on the top of a large, rocky outcrop, each chalet being constructed of natural materials obtained from the area and offering superb views of the surrounding valleys and granite whaleback hills.

Forest Inn - stone and thatch chalets nestled amongst the indigenous miombo trees creating a peaceful bush atmosphere and ideal stopover for self-drive guests. Excellent birding of miombo species.


Bangwuelu
The Bangwuelu Wetland System is one of Africa’s most important wetland resources. It is a bird-lovers paradise with incredible numbers of waterfowl and the rare shoebill stork; 100,000 endemic black lechwe occur in vast herds of up to 10,000 mingling with the tsessebe.

North Luangwa National Park
Is a wild and remote wilderness with no permanent tourist facilities and only three safari operators. The main activity is walking safaris, led by an experienced safari guide and an armed game scout in some of the best lion country around.

Kasanka National Park
A little park famous for its enormous, migratory colony of straw-collared fruitbats. Other specials include blue monkey, the shy swamp-dwelling sitatunga, lichtenstein’s hartebeest, and over 300 species of birds including the pel’s fishing owl, african finfoot and ross’ loerie. Scientific research is a high priority in the park.

Livingstone’s Memorial
The famous missionary explorer died at the village of Chief Chitambo of the Lala people on the 1 May 1873, after trudging through the Bangwuelu swamps in his search for the source of the Nile. His last journey began in 1866 and included his famous encounter with Stanley who uttered the words, “Dr Livingstone, I presume”; and his discovery of Lake Shiwa N’gandu where he lost his faithful dog. The memorial marks the spot where his heart was buried beneath an mpundu tree that is long dead. The drive to the site passes through pretty, photogenic villages.

Zambian Rock Art
It is almost impossible to simplify the geometric rock art into a description that does justice to this rich legacy of Zambia. In the Kasama District of Northern Zambia alone there are over 700 rock art sites. There is still much to be discovered as this aspect of Zambia’s heritage is little known and poorly studied.

Cultural Ceremonies/Trips
Cultural ceremonies in Zambia are not designed for the tourism market being celebrations with real, cultural significance for the local, tribal people. Should you wish to attend a ceremony we would be happy to organize this for you, however do be prepared to be flexible.

Northern Zambia is renowned for its waterfalls which are scattered throughout the area. Probably the best known and easiest to access is Kundalila Falls, famed for it’s wild flowers and beauty. There are breathtaking views from the top of the falls towards the distant Luangwa valley. The Kaombe River drops 65m into a deep pool. There is a footpath which winds its way to the bottom offering the best view for photographing the falls and a delightful spot for a swim.

History

• Lamb Christina (1999). The Africa House. The True Story of an English Gentleman and His African Dream. Penguin. (Sir Stewart Gore-Brown)

• Rotberg, R. (1972). Black Heart. University of California Press. (Sir Stewart Gore-Brown)
  Anthropology/Archaeology

• Brelsford W.V. (1957) The Tribes of Zambia. Government Printer, Zambia

• Phillipson D.W. (1972). National Monuments of Zambia. Zambia Information Services.

• Smith Benjamin W. (1997). Zambia’s Ancient Rock Art: The Paintings of Kasama. National Heritage Conservation Commission, Zambia.

Natural History/Parks

• Farmer L. (1992) A Visitor’s Guide to Kasanka National Park.

• Owens Delia & Mark. (1992) Survivor’s Song. Life and Death in the African Wilderness. Harper Collins.

General Interest

• Joyce M et al. (2002). Discovering Zambia. 2 edn. Info@discovering-africa.com

• Quarmby C.A. Just Driving Around in the North. A brief account of the waterfalls and other spectacles of the Northern and Luapula Provinces of Zambia.

• The Magic of Zambia, Handbook 2001. Image Promotions Ltd.

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