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What BBC’s Kingdom Couldn’t Show You About South Luangwa

Megan Woolley — Sat, 06 Jun 2026 07:43:22 +0000

Ebony Grove BBC’s Kingdom has put South Luangwa on screen in a big way. Filmed over five years in Zambia, the series follows lions, leopards, wild dogs and hyenas as they fight for space, food, safety and survival in the Nsefu Sector. It is dramatic because South Luangwa is dramatic. The predator [...]

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Big Cat Round-Up – May 2026

Megan Woolley — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:12:12 +0000

As the safari season begins in South Luangwa, familiar faces are already starting to reappear across the valley. From resident leopards like Chipazua and Fundi, to the shifting dynamics of the Mwamba-Kaingo and Hollywood prides, the first few weeks back in camp have already delivered memorable sightings. This is just a small record [...]

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In a Noisy World, People Are Seeking Places Like This

Megan Woolley — Mon, 18 May 2026 11:27:41 +0000

Guests out on a game drive It’s difficult to ignore the feeling of uncertainty at the moment. Rising travel costs, constant headlines, political tension, economic pressure, overcrowded cities, and airports that feel busier than ever. For many people, long-haul travel has become something they think about more carefully rather than booking impulsively. [...]

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Behind the Scenes: What’s happening in Zambia right now

Megan Woolley — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:49:00 +0000

There’s a tendency to look at places like Zambia only through what’s immediately visible - wildlife, landscapes, the experience on the ground. But there’s quite a lot happening alongside that, and most of it isn’t obvious unless you’re paying attention. Long-term wildlife filming is happening here Image credit: BBC [...]

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Survival Stories from South Luangwa’s Resident Wildlife

Megan Woolley — Fri, 06 Mar 2026 09:29:31 +0000

Image credit: Chris Pepler In South Luangwa, mating is rarely soft or straightforward. It is loud, strategic, and often short-lived. For many species here, reproduction is not just about attraction. It is about timing, territory, deception, dominance, and survival. During the 2025 season, we were fortunate enough to witness several intimate chapters [...]

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