Discover the Magic of
Zambia’s Emerald Season
Photographic Safari with Isak Pretorius
South Luangwa National Park | December 2025 & January 2026
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Join award-winning wildlife photographer Isak Pretorius for a photographic safari into the heart of Zambia’s emerald season.
Based in South Luangwa National Park—famed as The Valley of Leopards—this exclusive experience offers a chance to photograph big cats, wild dogs, baby animals, and some of Africa’s most elusive birds, including the African Pitta and Pel’s Fishing Owl.
With only six guests across two vehicles and access from the beautifully situated Mfuwe Lodge, you’ll enjoy uncrowded sightings and expert photographic guidance. December and January bring dramatic skies, lush greenery, and a wilderness bursting with life—perfect conditions for creating striking and memorable images.
Photographic Safari with Isak Pretorius
When: December 2025 & January 2026
Where: South Luangwa National Park
Price: $4500 per person sharing | $5200 per person single occupancy
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What to expect
Join us for seven nights as we explore South Luangwa during its most vibrant and photogenic season. Our focus will be on capturing incredible wildlife moments—ranging from apex predators like leopards and wild dogs to rare birds such as the African Pitta and Pel’s Fishing Owl.
Daily game drives will offer exceptional photographic opportunities in the lush, green landscape. In the evenings, we’ll gather for image reviews, photographic discussions, and wildlife storytelling with Isak. This is a relaxed yet focused experience designed to inspire, improve your photography, and immerse you in the magic of Zambia’s emerald season.
We will embark on game drives each day. In the evenings, we’ll have presentations and discussions about leopards, and all the proceeds from the festival will be donated directly to leopard projects including ZCP!
Mfuwe Lodge
Set around two lagoons, shaded by the a canopy of ebony and mahogany trees, award-winning Mfuwe Lodge is the perfect place to ease into Luangwa life.
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Enjoy excellent game viewing, recharge your batteries, or start and finish your journey to our Bushcamps.
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Safari Details
Date and Price
Join us for one of these seven-night safaris:
7-14 December 2025
9-16 January 2026
16-23 January 2026
$4500 per person sharing
$5200 per person single occupancy
Accommodation
Set beside two lagoons and shaded by ebony and mahogany trees, Mfuwe Lodge offers 18 air-conditioned thatched chalets, each with private verandas overlooking the water. Guests can enjoy amenities such as a swimming pool, spa, curio shop, library, and photographic studio. The lodge is famed for its unique wildlife interactions, notably the annual elephant visits through the lobby to reach a wild mango tree. Mfuwe Lodge also supports local communities through educational initiatives, enhancing its appeal as both a luxurious and socially responsible destination.
Activities
Each day will include a morning and afternoon game drive, with a relaxed, classroom-style presentation or workshop at the lodge before the afternoon game drive. These sessions are designed to help you improve your photographic skills and approach in the field. Some morning drives may include a short guided walk with a scout from the Zambia Wildlife Authority to track specific bird species on foot. Afternoon drives will extend into the evening, offering the chance to photograph nocturnal wildlife—one of the unique and memorable highlights of a South Luangwa safari.
Included
Accommodation, meals, game activities with Isak Pretorius, laundry, tea/coffee, Mfuwe Airport road transfers (shared basis), 16% government VAT taxes and service charge, Government Levies, South Luangwa National Park Entry Fees, Luangwa Conservation & Community Fund, Zambian Carnivore Programme.
Excluded
The following are not included: all flights, visa fees, bar charges, and items of a personal nature.