The Wait is Over: Kingdom is Coming!

We’re beyond excited that the BBC’s new wildlife series, Kingdom premieres on January 24 on BBC America and AMC+. Narrated by David Attenborough and filmed over five incredible years, it follows the real-life dramas of four African apex predators: leopards, lions, hyenas, and wild dogs, right here in South Luangwa, Zambia, in the Nsefu Sector, exactly where our own story began nearly 40 years ago.

Kingdom is more than just another wildlife documentary to us. Not only was it filmed right here in the Nsefu Sector, where we run Nsefu Camp, Tena Tena, and Luangwa Bush Camping, but we were also part of the journey, hosting the BBC film crew over the past five years. Alongside wildlife filmmakers, Will & Lianne Steenkamp (who are based at Nsefu Camp, and are known for their award-winning story of Olimba: Leopard Legacy, we had a front-row seat to this incredible project. The team also worked closely with the Zambian Carnivore Programme (ZCP), with whom we’ve collaborated with for over a decade through Carnivore Week, a safari celebrating the stars of Kingdom. For us, this series is deeply personal, being part of its creation and seeing the predators we know and love on screen makes it truly special.

And yes, the late Olimba is featured too! Anyone who was lucky enough to see her on safari or followed her journey on screen, will be thrilled to see her take center stage, as we revisit her story alongside her family. She’s joined by three other incredible carnivore families: Tenta’s Hyena Clan, Rita’s Lion Pride, and Storm’s Wild Dog Pack.

But there’s more… we’re taking it a step further with our brand-new Nsefu Kingdom Safari! Your clients get to explore the Nsefu Sector while staying at Nsefu and Tena Tena camp. This set-departure trip takes off on August 23, 2026 and is exclusive to just six guests led by Keyala "Kiki" Phiri, a safari legend. Imagine being in the very place where Kingdom was brought to life, exploring the same wild spaces ruled by the four stars of the series.

Tune in this January and enjoy one of the greatest wildlife documentaries of our time, and once you’ve watched it, let us take your clients to see our 'Kingdom' in real life!

Rate including 6 nights' accommodation, full board, all game viewing, laundry, bar, National Park fees, transfers between the camps and to/from Mfuwe Airport

$8,210.00 per person sharing

Rate is valid for single travelers in a group. If there are

4+ singles on the set departure, a supplement of 30%

will be applied to the 4th single onwards.

For more information, contact us or visit our website

Together, we can bring the BBC’s bush narrative to life for your clients,

 The RPS Team 

Images courtesy of BBC Earth

Want to learn more about Robin Pope Safaris?

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to answer any questions you may have: africa@andreahugo.com