Jason Alfonsi

Jason Alfonsi was born in a small town in the north of Zambia, the son of an English mother and Italian father who came out to Zambia in the 1950s. He first came to the Luangwa Valley in 1984 to begin training as a guide, and he moved to the valley permanently in 1990. Jason is an accomplished professional with an unparalleled knowledge of the wildlife and natural history of South Luangwa. “I love the magic of Luangwa and I try to share as many of its spectacular habitats as possible. I also try to bring the people who live and work in Luangwa into the experience, because they are just as important as the wildlife and the landscape. Learning about other cultures teaches you as much about your own as it does the new.” Jason is a member of the Zambia Ornithological Society and has a strong interest in Luangwa’s fantastic birdlife. He also belongs to the local astronomy club, and his knowledge of the night skies of the Southern Hemisphere make him a great companion for star-gazing around the campfire in the evening. Jason speaks English, the local Luangwa language called Chinyanga, and “reasonable Italian.”

Upcoming Trips:

Zambia Walking Safari, July 10-19, 2012
Zambia Walking Safari, August 9-18, 2012
Zambia Walking Safari, September 13-22, 2012

Client Testimonials:


It was a privilege to spend a week with such a dedicated leader. It was like a college seminar at times, with real depth and deep discussions. Jason took us on grand adventure, including tracking a lion and finding the entire pride, finding a leopard hunting impala, and watching wild dogs. Mary Kay D., Berkeley CA,
Zambia Walking Safari Jason was extremely knowledgeable. He knows the African bush and its denizens and enjoys sharing his deep interest. Dianne L., Fairfax Station, VA I have taken many nature trips, but Jason was by far the best guide I’ve ever had. Dieter S., Green Valley AZ,
Zambia Walking Safari Jason is an excellent guide, extremely knowledgeable and very pleasant to be with. Vicki G, Oakland, CA
Jason is an absolute gem. His guiding was exceptional. The man can call in lions or shrews or birds with equal ease.
Donna N., Eugene OR,
Zambia Walking Safari We couldn’t have asked for a better Trip Leader than Jason Alfonsi. He was entertaining and very knowledgeable and put everyone at ease. Julia V., St. Louis MO,
Zambia Walking Safari Jason Alfonsi would go out of his way to help us try to experience or see something we mentioned having an interest in. He was approachable and fun! Christine G., San Diego CA,
Zambia Walking Safari Jason was an excellent guide who was incredibly knowledgeable and sensitive to the environment. Joan M., New York, NY