SOUTH LUANGWA, Zambia (05/2012) - Norman Carr
Safaris, the classic safari company whose founder, renowned conservationist Norman
Carr, pioneered the walking safari, announced that it will open a luxury lodge on
the banks of the Luangwa River, just upstream from their flagship, Kapani
Lodge. “This is something completely new for the Luangwa Valley,” said
Christina Carr, marketing director. “It
will be super luxurious with spacious living areas that melt into the
surroundings of the exquisite, tranquil site.” Rates begin at $575 per person
per night for a twin or double.
The new lodge will be called
Chinzombo. Christina Carr pointed out that in the 1970’s, Norman Carr was based
at Chinzombo during the Luangwa’s Emerald Season. “The Carr family, partners
and staff are thrilled to be giving this historic place a new lease on life,”
she said.
Architects of Chinzombo are
Silvio Rech and Lesley Carstens, whose signature style is beautiful,
low-impact, eco-design, using local craftsmen (among their other projects are
the celebrated North Island Resort in the Seychelles and Little Vumbura Camp in
Botswana). Construction has already begun; completion is expected in late 2012,
with the official opening planned for January, 2013.
The new venue will comprise six villas, one of which will be configured as a suite for families and small groups. All suites will have private plunge pools, cooled sleeping areas, massive bathrooms with luxurious spa amenities and internet connections. Ancient shade trees abound here; wildlife wanders through the camp; and the animal and bird life of the river can be viewed from the villas.
The new venue will comprise six villas, one of which will be configured as a suite for families and small groups. All suites will have private plunge pools, cooled sleeping areas, massive bathrooms with luxurious spa amenities and internet connections. Ancient shade trees abound here; wildlife wanders through the camp; and the animal and bird life of the river can be viewed from the villas.
Guests of Chinzombo will have
private river access to the South Luangwa National Park, considered one of the
last unspoiled wilderness areas and one of the finest wildlife sanctuaries in
Africa. The Luangwa Valley marks the end of and is an offshoot of the Great
Rift Valley, and covers an area of more than two million acres, through which
the meandering Luangwa River flows. The oxbow lagoons, woodland and plains of
the valley host huge concentrations of game – including elephant, buffalo,
leopard, lion, giraffe, hippo – and more than 400 species of birds. Guests will
be able to fully appreciate this pristine wild:
Norman Carr Safaris has one of the best guiding teams in Africa and is
known for its exclusive and exciting safari adventures. Game drives, night drives and walking safaris will all be available.
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