Time + Tide Kakuli bushcamp: welcomed by lions in Zambia's South Luangwa National Park

Join me on a full tour of Time + Tide Kakuli Bushcamp in Zambia's South Luangwa National Park. The clip includes a safari game drive as well as the most spectacular welcome I ever experienced at a hotel anywhere in the world.
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[@feueraugex8493]

For this Music: Swing Vote thank you. Good Video and great Music.

[@carolineorner]

Another great video that took me back to the time I experienced safari in Kenya, in 1988. It was a profound experience feeling the natural earth and the wild life. Since then I’ve never been able to go to a zoo. Animals in their natural environment are so robust and healthy. I wish to experience Zambia now. Thank you. I never miss your videos. 🥰

[@bernadettekaranja6874]

Yes ... agree ... I am from Kenya, can’t visit a Zoo.

[@satishpatel5260]

Watch on DR.DAVID LIVINGSTONE, MISSIONARY TO AFRICA 🌍,,,👉ZIKHOMO 🇿🇲

[@JohnDoe-ph2wl]

Fantastic video. Which camera was this filmed on?

[@luxurytravelexpert]

Canon G7X Mark II

[@JohnDoe-ph2wl]

the Luxury Travel Expert that’s very impressive. I for sure though this was shot on a bigger camera. Seriously awesome what you achieved 👍🏼

[@GenkisTravels]

You know it's going to be a good hotel video, when it starts with a small regional flight :D

[@AEvans36963]

A lion escort to camp: A true royal welcome.

[@wonderboy1998]

And that's why you're called Africa:the Motherland

[@ritzig33]

Zambia is the most underrated tourist destination country in Africa. So Beautiful!

[@satishpatel5260]

TWAHLUMBHA 🎉@ritzig33- SAFARIS OFF LUVANGWE, VALLEY AND ZAMBEZI RIVERSIDES 👉BEAUTY OFF THE NATURES OFF ZAMBIA 🇿🇲 👌 👍

[@zolamatingu9135]

Great video, was some of the food part of the Zambian cuisine? I am from the DRC next door to Zambia, we have also a lot of good spot to visit especially in the eastern part of the country. It's still unstable now, but I pray for peace to return so we can share the many natural parks with world as we did before years ago.

[@karenlabianca]

Thank you for sharing this marvelous adventure. I had tears in my eyes when the lion pride was escorting your vehicle to the hotel! How special was that!

[@luxurytravelexpert]

That was an amazing experience indeed

[@gunsnroses2570]

Dont they come inside the hotel?

[@davidtierney581]

I think the pride of lions was officially part of the staff. Amazing!

[@ststicky]

Every time i watch one of your videos, i always have to add the place to my bucket list. But this place tops them all, it just looks incredible!

[@simonartley1645]

Yes,reminds me of the Luangwa safari starts at the beginning.Stayed there at Kakuli in Oct 2000,..walk from Luwi ,fine sunrises by the Luangwa and wildlife encounters ..wonderful🐘

[@Lauren-vd4qe]

i dont think i wd feel safe in a land of big strong animals with my hotel bdrm walls of straw...

[@travelwithaash]

I watched all your videos. Very much spectacular. I feel that I am in the resort. But I have doubt how to trust such places from predators? There’s no proper boundaries. I mean walls and gates.

[@mnbvcxkll]

Are you planning to visit French Polynesia anytime soon? :) Would be amazing if you filmed Four Seasons Bora Bora :)

[@gregtrain1]

Wow! What the pride of lions did when you were going to the lodge was amazing!

[@pommepowerful]

Nice Video.I have been to all Norman Carr Bush Camps in 2012 & 2016. South Luangwa is my favourite Park in Africa. I was there several times in different Bush Camp and Lodges. My favourite of the 4 Norman Carr Bush Camps is Luwi Bush Camp. In 2022 I discovered for me 2 new Park in Zambia: Lower Zambesi and Kafue Nationalparks.

[@x1achilles99]

Holy cow!!!! This place is US$1600 per night for two! And it's a "basic" camp??? Clearly for the 1%. Flatdogs Camp nearby seems to be nice too at 1/8 the price. Anybody know about that place?

[@pheisliving]

Wow. The music, the videography, the explanations. I'm totally captivated.

[@rhodesia1578]

My mother was born in Livingstone in Zambia.. I was born in Rhodesia now called Zimbabwe.. these two countries have the finest lodges in Southern Africa . And the nicest people among the locals . I laughed at the lady who said the zebras are a bit twitchy 😂😂.. so they should as they are about to experience a lion jumping on its back 😂😂. Great videos thanks so much for your efforts. Love these ! 👌🏻🙏🏻👏👏👏

[@satishpatel5260]

WE,born IN LIVINGSTONE, MISSIONARY TO AFRICA 🌍,, WE all INDIAN came during, DR.DAVID LIVINGSTONE, VACO-DAMA ,Portugal 🇵🇹 came in AFRICA 🌍 with WE ,INDIAN our great great parents came crossing BEIRA ,DURBAN, from EAST AFRICA, KENYA ,MOMBASA came crossing TANZANIA 🇹🇿, when BRITISH build railways 🛤 lines from the Cape Town to EAST AFRICA to EGYPT 🇪🇬 still railways 🛤 locomotive 🚂, Solwazi,sawmills SUSMAN ,EUROPEANS 🇪🇺 in AFRICA 🌍

[@pw3543]

I think he said the “lions left for the day”. Ok, let’s open the mosquito nets and sit outside all day. I was nervous just thinking about the possibility of wildlife coming into the tent.

[@RoshanRR]

23:47 Great video! I see that they serve the local dish 'nshima' a sort of porridge made out of corn. Very soon I'm hoping to edit and upload my old safari vides from 1994-2000. South Luangwa is the place to see Lions.

[@remaredcelnapa3987]

For those who are asking for the title of the song, it is Wild is Life by Daniel Deuschle :) such a perfect song selection, I must say!

[@sanjay2233]

Thank you :)

[@remaredcelnapa3987]

@@sanjay2233 You are more than welcome!

[@isabelsanchez822]

I JUST LOVED THE ESCORT WITH THE LIONS, GAVE ME TEARS TO MY EYES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@luxurytravelexpert]

That was an awesome experience indeed

[@rosepelzel4244]

Well done! Slowing the panning down captured the serenity of the camp. An exceptional experience!

[@dagmarpocobelli6669]

Simply wonderful. This is Africa at it's best Your video brings me the taste and the smell of Africa. The silence and the wonderful chorus songs. Like "Out of Africa"

[@vlado2701]

Virtuoso and decent job ! My heart is full ....! Flawless beauty & Very inspiring ! * * * Our dear Expert ! I don't think twice : Your video and Your Talent as a photographer bring us pleasant impressions and cause not only delight , but also a desire to visit these unique places on the planet ! My deep respect ! I wish You and everyone a cozy evening without dissapointments !

[@mariahballard8080]

WOW!!!!!! The Lion escort bought tears to my eyes, absolutely beautiful, and the fact that the drivers gave and demanded respect for the lions was AWESOME SAUCE!!!!!

[@simonartley1645]

Fabulous reserve ,atmosphere and camp Luangwa is a special place...Hope to return one day....walk,night drives,experience the environment and excellent camps

[@michaelafalck1345]

What a wonderful Country this must be...thank you for taking us along and I‘m looking forward to the next adventure.

[@milupisam2920]

its Zambia the real Africa! you welcome here for your holidays,we are a peaceful people.

[@yagneshbhatt8399]

The blend of gentle-paced video and the background music is mesmerizing. Lovely place to relax. Best wishes from Mumbai.

[@RandallCarrierINC]

Everything seemed so relaxed and casual, yet elegant. It seemed somewhat surreal. Your royal escorts were beautiful. Regards from Southern California.

[@Corrosionchemist]

Could you share what you paid for this resort stay?

[@samirpandya6908]

Would Definitely Like To Visit Very Soon. Iam From Gujarat India. Often Visit Gir - Asiatic Lion Abode. Iam A Wildlife Crazy, So Loved The Wonderful Clip. Thanks.

[@satishpatel5260]

WE in ZAMBIA 🇿🇲 have soo much to welcome tourists, in Zambia 🇿🇲 our MOSI-OA-TUNYA, in LIVINGSTONE, GAME 🎮 PARKS, in KAZUNGULA BRIDGE 🌉,,many LODGES, beautifully designed, decorated, near the ZAMBEZI riversides,gave MUKUNI VILLAGE, GORGES, BATOKA GORGES, IN ZAMBIA 🇿🇲 CHABWINO, ZIKHOMO

[@franceshicks5337]

I am moved to tears seeing these magnificent beasts ❤❤❤xxxx although years ago lions are truly the king of the beasts xxxxxx treat them with respect be thankful u r not a wildebeest lol God Bless all His creatures

[@leesimpson1677]

The thing I like about your videos is the variety of resorts that you stay in. Not only do you travel to different continents, but the reports vary from 5* ultra modern hotels to more rustic lodges like this one. I fly out to Dubai myself on Wednesday and won't be back until just before Xmas, but I look forward to catching up on your travels when I return. Keep up the excellent reviews.

[@luxurytravelexpert]

Thank you for your kind comment

[@ashleylooksfab]

The tent is too wide open and close to river and water hole. Hope it's well protected against unwanted predators!

[@varun27files]

Felt like watching a heaven, thanks for sharing a marvelous video 💗

[@x1achilles99]

Why is it called a "tented suite" if it has a permanent thatched roof? It looks very comfortable but I see the fan so I'm assuming no a/c?

[@bernadettekaranja6874]

Beautifully Rustic! You took me away!!!

[@pressrepeat2000]

This honestly looked like the best African Safari ever. Genuinely back to nature! So many animals close by! Crazy... the lodge was rustic but that adds to the genuinely luxury of being in such a place. Now I know where to go.

[@christinedionisio5649]

you're living the dream... omg!

[@taxbae7748]

as much as this seems like one of a kind adventure I am trying to wrap my mind around what to do if one of the wildlife is on the walking path?

[@marniep4332]

This camp has gone to the top of my ever growing list.

[@moniquechante2571]

You needed to try a place called Rhino Sands ! You can find them on insta aswell or their website.

[@francisn.m.6101]

My Zambia....🙌 Thank you for the well done video.

[@nausbon]

Stunning and spectacular!! Thank you for sharing this amazing experience, which for me feels quite comfortable from behind the camera😜.

[@victorbadu2363]

Hermoso y sublime, debe de ser maravilloso el encuentro con estas hermosas especies, menos peligrosas que el mismo hombre,j un deleite ver este video y todos los que suben son los mejores y ya me hicieron llorarde emoción, por que ;quien sabe? esto me sensibiliza demasiado amo la naturaleza, y esto es todo al 100%.gracias The Luxury for yours greates videos!

[@Billtravianobadboy]

So amazing to be able to watch directly wild animals that you can only watch from the TV or books

[@malcolmwhite2420]

It sure was a big herd of Cape Buffalos.

[@Corrosionchemist]

Sorry for asking, but I’ll assume no air-conditioning and this room is definitely not screened in. What about safety issues like mosquitoes, etc.? I presume one has to take Malarone and other precautions against malaria, etc.? Just wanna be safe!

[@luxurytravelexpert]

Yes, you have to take anti-malaria prophylaxis ... The room is sealed off at night :-)

[@davidtierney581]

Absolutely fascinating experience. You have put the viewer smack dab in the lodge and in the middle of nature. Thank you

[@galihwicaksono613]

So touched by the music background

[@ejrussell1641]

Enjoying this series. Thank you. Glad the plane was bigger.

[@vhinsagcal207]

Wowwww what a nice stunning Zambia langwa national park Wowww a differwtb beautiful wild animals Wowwww ni like.that incredible breathtaking wildlife views i wish to go there and visits that place thank u so much sir.Luxury travel.expert for your noce excellent video travel tour godbless u from solid fan viewer from the Philippines sir vhin.🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏☺☺😊😊😇😇😇😇😇👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👏👏👏👏👏👏👏💟💟😇😇😇

[@rikspector]

Wouldn't wildlife preserve be more appropriate than "game preserve"? Unless it really is a game preserve for hunting. Game preserve reminds me to much of trophy hunting and animal slaughter which is obviously not the purpose of this resort, now.. The resort is lovely in it's simplicity and the diversity of animals . Cheers, Rik Spector

[@javierpaffen]

This is one of the most simplest hotel in the world, the difference is, it's located in Africa and that makes a HUUUUUUUUUUUUGE difference.... I don't care to pay 10K by night, because this hotel worth millions!!!! I'm just in love 😍❤ all hotels in the world may learn from Africans hotels

[@heatherlilly2344]

What a treat to follow a lion pride on the way in!

[@luxurytravelexpert]

That was a spectacular welcome indeed :-)

[@juliea7016]

Simplicity and nature at its finest.

[@sherrybeelerbrigham5411]

I want to go here!!!🐘💝🐘💝🙏🏼❤🙏🏼

[@Ctaff63]

Love this video , gets me so emotional,I guess it’s seeing the animals in their natural environment. I shall definitely be looking into a possible stay here. Thank you for taking time to make this video. 👍😊🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@simonartley1645]

Great camp to watch the wildlife coming to the Luangwa ,hippos,elephant antelope and to do bushwalks or walk to Luwi,Nsolo...On my walk from Nsolo to Kakuli we encountered wild dog and watched them hunt and kill.

[@ithekd]

Great video, Great adventure.. hope i can go there someday can you please label dishes you eat at dinners and lunches in the resorts/hotels/camps/flights for example here 23:40

[@taxbae7748]

I have a lot of questions

[@HalisIstanbullu]

I've said it before and I'm saying it again at the risk of being overly repetitive. I envy you these up close experiences with the animals so much more than the luxurious lodgings or modes of travel!! Thanks for sharing.

[@afletchermansson4418]

From the 12 Apostles to Zambia, thank you for sharing the beauty and diversity of Africa with us. The journey never ceases to amaze. Just one question though.....no Boodles for the evening sundowner? Hmmm.

[@SM-sr8bq]

Beautiful lodge Thank you for sharing your experience The background music is amazing I hope you enjoyed your stay 👍👏

[@luxurytravelexpert]

S M I enjoyed my stay a lot

[@SM-sr8bq]

the Luxury Travel Expert thank you for your reply I’m glad your stay was enjoyable

[@margaretimukuka3326]

Wow what an experience

[@charliehills9230]

My beautiful mother Land!!!This is an amazing content....I love it so much

[@charityndlovu6544]

My beautiful and peaceful country, watching from south Africa

[@simonartley1645]

Lovely Sunset on the Luangwa,a night drive,would love to hear the Scops owl call,and encounter leopard ,porcupine,hear the hyena

[@katdodd5801]

I love how you detail the trip from beginning to end. Not just the "pretty" parts. Thank you!

[@jissgeorge6530]

One side of Africa people fight war lawlessness other side they are well educated and have good tourism and other business... Two sides of a continent

[@misterspooncuisine5711]

Beautiful video 👍

[@luxurytravelexpert]

Thx 🙏

[@dimidomo7946]

Loved it the Luxury Travel Expert. Mellow and laid back atmosphere within the camp and inside the vehicle. But what's more important of course are the beautiful, magnificent animals that visit the camp and nearby natural areas. Jaw-dropping to me. I cannot afford the safari but so what; keep the video adventures coming.

[@luxurytravelexpert]

Thx for your kind message

[@fidardo51]

Very nice video 👍🏻👍🏻👋🏻👋🏻

[@taxbae7748]

wow that is cool and scary the lions seemed chill and feed for the night

[@stitifmohamed7609]

Nice

[@idampholo4971]

WOW 😍

[@lukii6770]

Wow 👍

[@gallefortguesthouse5010]

The first couple of minutes watching an aircraft wing was enough to skip the rest of your video.

[@AfricanSafariFilms]

Seems like u just filmed the entire lodge at mid day as a promo. Not very cinematic for a promo and way too long edit. Probably got a free holiday to produce these handheld shots. If this was a travel vlog then fine but seems like a low budget and slapped together promo

[@indiamagyarul4519]

Dear sir thank u for videos please share this music sir

[@moviesbay1345]

AMAZING BGM. AWESOME VIDEO

[@lyndyy1]

Fantastic

[@BrianBBBB]

Music?

[@wangz1ggy]

Love ❤️ your videos !!!

[@jorgesalini9399]

Please: can you tell us the price???

[@naimagtas4958]

very beautiful, Can you swim?

[@dawnglianapachuau6433]

i have to ask.. the Big Question thats on everyones mind.. Are you Single? or do you have a partner or travel with a partner and you avoid shooting her/him🙈 on your vedios.

[@luxurytravelexpert]

I enjoy my privacy :-)

[@dawnglianapachuau6433]

@@luxurytravelexpert hope i didn't sound too forward.i was just curious thats all. :)))

[@fernandopuertomadero5222]

No quiero que me entre un mono a mi cama o un elefante

[@JeanettLou]

Thank you for sharing with us your breathtaking and beautiful experiences. I favour your humble and intense approach to nature and design. The stunning meeting with the lions escorting you to your stay made my tears run.

[@ingoodmusic]

No fishing? What a shame

[@ankhenaten2]

*breath taking epic*

[@chafidwahyu7250]

I got goosebumps since those lions block the road. Omg, i do realy want to visit this place. It's just like a dream for the tropical islands nation inhabitant like me

[@lucypeter8866]

😍😍😍

[@lucypeter8866]

that welcome is everything🐈

[@mufuliramark]

I lived in Mufulira, Zambia all my youth til I was 18, never went on safari, never went to the falls, what a tragedy. I’ve now got my own family and will be visiting these places at last.

[@davehowell6453]

It makes me ache in every bone, every muscle, every fibre of my body as I long for, dream of, pant for Africa.

[@RiverJames1]

Are there not crocodiles in the river there?

[@luxurytravelexpert]

Yes there are many crocodiles in the river

[@RiverJames1]

the Luxury Travel Expert Then how is staying there at all safe ?!!!!

[@laxmikantawasthi8714]

the music while the pride of lions escort you to the lodge?