18 Nov 2025

Take a walk on the wild side

Tracks Safaris Stand: C18
Jon Preater
Take a walk on the wild side
A walking safari is one of the most immersive, exhilarating and surprisingly calming ways to experience the African bush

With the BBC’s spectacular new series Kingdom bringing the magic of South Luangwa National Park into living rooms across the UK, interest in Zambia’s wilderness is soaring. Fresh from a return visit to the region, Tracks Safaris is encouraging adventurous travellers to step beyond the screen and discover the country that pioneered the legendary walking safari.

Zambia is a wonderful safari destination – home to the ‘walking safari’ with fantastic wildlife, brilliant birding, award-winning guiding and intimate bushcamps and lodges. Zambia is a top choice for safari enthusiasts due to both the density and diversity of wildlife viewing and habitats in its National Parks.

“South Luangwa is one of Africa’s most authentic, exhilarating safari experiences,” says Sue Preater, Managing Director of Tracks Safaris, pictured here taking part in a walking safari during the team’s most recent research trip. “The BBC captured its drama beautifully – but nothing compares to feeling the bush come alive around you: the call of a ground hornbill, the soft dust rising from elephant tracks, or the thrill of watching big cats at eye level.”

Tracks Safaris offers tailor-made itineraries across South Luangwa, Lower Zambezi, Kafue and beyond, with a focus on sustainable camps, exceptional guiding and immersive wildlife encounters.

As viewers flock to Kingdom for its raw, real storytelling, the invitation is clear: Zambia is ready to be experienced – not just watched.

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