Zambia
Kafue National Park Accommodation
Kafue National Park is Zambia's largest and oldest national park, encompassing diverse ecosystems from expansive miombo woodlands to floodplains. The Lunga and Kafue rivers provide vital water sources, supporting a wide array of wildlife. Visitors can expect to see large herds of antelopes, including red lechwe, puku, and sable, as well as predators such as lion, leopard, cheetah, and wild dog. Birdlife is exceptional, with over 490 species recorded. Activities include game drives, walking safaris, and boat trips, offering a comprehensive safari experience in a less-visited wilderness.
Accommodation in Kafue National Park
Busanga Plains Camp
Nestled deep within the iconic Busanga Plains of Kafue National Park, Busanga Plains Camp offers an intimate and luxurious safari experience. This seasonal tented camp provides a "home away from home" atmosphere, allowing guests to immerse themselves in a unique wetland ecosystem teeming with diverse African wildlife. With professional and friendly staff, the camp ensures a memorable and personalized safari adventure in one of Africa's most pristine areas. The camp features four exquisite en-suite tents, each boasting stunning views of the floodplain and equipped with large, comfortable beds draped in mosquito nets, electricity, and open-air bathrooms with running water and bucket showers. Guests can unwind on their private verandas, serenaded by the sounds of the African night. The central communal area, with its raised boma and dining space, offers breathtaking vistas of the expansive plains and tree-studded islands, while a refreshing swimming pool and an elevated viewing platform provide unparalleled opportunities to soak in the magnificent landscape. Busanga Plains Camp is renowned for its excellent cuisine, complemented by sundowners around a cozy fireplace where guests can share their day's adventures. With a strong commitment to responsible tourism, the camp offers a unique blend of luxury, wilderness immersion, and personalized service, making it an unparalleled destination for an authentic African safari.
Mukambi Safari Lodge
Mukambi Safari Lodge offers an authentic and unforgettable Zambian safari experience, nestled on the banks of the mighty Kafue River. Our lodge seamlessly blends rustic charm with comfortable amenities, providing a tranquil oasis from which to explore the abundant wildlife and breathtaking landscapes of Kafue National Park. Guests can immerse themselves in the rhythm of the bush, lulled to sleep by the sounds of the wild and awakened by spectacular African sunrises. Days at Mukambi are filled with exhilarating game drives, serene river cruises, and captivating walking safaris, all led by experienced and passionate guides. In the evenings, gather around a crackling campfire, sharing stories under a blanket of a million stars, and savor delicious meals prepared with fresh, local ingredients. Mukambi Safari Lodge is more than just a place to stay; it’s an opportunity to connect with nature, create lasting memories, and embark on an extraordinary African adventure.
Fig Tree Bush Camp
Fig Tree Bush Camp, part of Mukambi Safaris, is an exclusive luxury tented camp nestled in a secluded and wild section of Kafue National Park. Elevated on 3-meter platforms, its four intimate tented chalets offer breathtaking views of either the Shishamba River or the open plains, ensuring a truly immersive safari experience. Guests can unwind by the infinity pool, enjoy game viewing from the boma as wildlife frequents the lagoon below, and savor delicious cuisine and fine wines under the camp's namesake Fig Tree, all while soaking in the tranquility of this unique wilderness.
Nanzhila - Plains Camp
Nanzhila Plains Camp is an intimate bushcamp nestled in the secluded southern region of Kafue National Park. This safari lodge offers an unparalleled blend of adventure and tranquility, set against the stunning backdrop of a vast dambo and ancient Jackelberry and Sausage trees. Guests can seamlessly combine their visit to the majestic Victoria Falls with an unforgettable safari experience, making for a truly harmonious Zambian adventure. The camp boasts five charming chalets, each thoughtfully positioned to provide unobstructed views of the dambo and designed for ultimate comfort. Here, the symphony of the wild creates an enriching ambiance, with antelopes grazing nearby and elephants rustling through the foliage. Nanzhila Plains Camp is a testament to the revival of the Southern Kafue, offering consistent big cat sightings and an impressive diversity of wildlife, making every game drive an exciting discovery.
Musekese Camp
Musekese Camp, situated in the untouched wilderness of Kafue National Park, offers an exclusive and intimate safari experience. With only five thoughtfully designed guest rooms, the camp ensures a personalized pace for every visitor. This remote corner of Zambia, once unexplored by tourists, has been transformed into a thriving haven for wildlife thanks to dedicated conservation efforts. The camp boasts exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities, with a strong presence of major predators like leopard and lion, abundant elephant herds during the dry season, and diverse plains game including sable, hartebeest, zebra, and puku. Birding enthusiasts will delight in the hundreds of species recorded in the area, from Pel's Owl to African Finfoot. Musekese Camp is committed to sustainability, powered entirely by a solar system that keeps devices charged and drinks chilled. Beyond a typical game drive, Musekese offers a variety of tailored experiences, from boat and walking safaris to specialized bird watching and conservation visits. The camp provides well-maintained equipment, including adapted camera mounts for photographers, ensuring every guest can pursue their interests. Here, you're more likely to encounter lions than other tourists, making it one of Africa's most authentic wilderness locations.
Ntemwa-Busanga Camp
Ntemwa-Busanga Camp is an intimate safari lodge nestled in the heart of Zambia's vast and wildlife-rich Busanga Plains within Kafue National Park. The camp offers an authentic wilderness experience, focusing on exceptional wildlife viewing and expert guiding. Perfect for those seeking an immersive safari without modern distractions, the camp provides a serene escape into one of Zambia's most remarkable natural areas. Ntemwa-Busanga Camp is designed to provide front-row access to a seasonal floodplain teeming with predators, antelope, and diverse birdlife. It is particularly renowned among wildlife photographers for its dramatic light and expansive landscapes. The camp has evolved through thoughtful improvements each season, ensuring a unique and special stay for every guest. Combined with Musekese Camp, it allows for a comprehensive "best of Kafue" itinerary, showcasing the full diversity of the park through varied activities. With just five thatched chalets, Ntemwa-Busanga Camp offers a personal and exclusive safari experience. The design harmonizes with the natural surroundings, allowing guests to fully connect with the untamed beauty of the Busanga Plains while enjoying comfortable amenities. The camp prides itself on its experienced guiding team, who have worked with professional photographers and film crews globally, ensuring every safari drive is both rewarding and expertly led.
Chisa Busanga Camp
Nestled on a small, tree-lined island within the vast Busanga Plains of Zambia, Chisa Busanga Camp offers a unique and environmentally conscious safari experience. Inspired by weaver bird nests, the camp's four "Nests" blend seamlessly with the wild surroundings while providing luxurious comfort. Operating entirely on solar power, including its game drive vehicles, Chisa Busanga Camp is dedicated to celebrating the natural and cultural heritage of this untouched wilderness. The camp is open seasonally from May 1st to November 1st, inviting guests to immerse themselves in a truly unforgettable African adventure. The Busanga Plains, a hidden gem within Kafue National Park, is a wetland ecosystem teeming with diverse wildlife. Chisa Busanga Camp provides an intimate and magical base from which to explore this quiet, yet vibrant, landscape. Guests can enjoy exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities, complimented by the camp's commitment to sustainability and personalized service. Whether seeking romance, a private escape, or a solo adventure, Chisa Busanga Camp offers an unparalleled connection to nature in one of Africa's most pristine wild areas. From exhilarating e-cruiser game drives and walking safaris to serene e-mountain bike excursions and birdwatching, the camp offers a range of inclusive activities designed to deepen guests' appreciation for the environment. Beyond the thrilling safaris, guests can relax by the plunge pool, dine al fresco in the bush, and even participate in community and conservation initiatives. Chisa Busanga Camp is more than just a place to stay; it's an opportunity to create lasting memories and engage with the heart of African wilderness.
Ila Safari Lodge
Ila Safari Lodge is a luxury tented lodge nestled in the pristine ecosystem of Kafue National Park, Zambia. Intimately woven into the stillness of its riverside location, the lodge champions environmental consciousness through its use of locally sourced materials, solar-powered electricity, and Zambia's first electric game drive vehicles. It seamlessly blends modern African style, elegance, and comfort, offering a unique and sustainable bush retreat in the heart of Kafue. Ila Safari Lodge is open from March 1st, 2025 to January 31st, 2026. The lodge features beautifully designed riverside tents that harmonize with their wild surroundings, offering sweeping views of the Kafue River. For families, two larger suites provide a private space within the Kafue wilderness. Guests can immerse themselves in the abundant wildlife of Kafue, the largest and oldest park in Zambia, with possibilities of encountering majestic kudu, hippos, elephants, and even lions right from the comfort of the lodge. Inclusive activities further enhance the safari experience, allowing guests to connect deeply with nature and local communities. Ila Safari Lodge offers an unforgettable experience for couples, families, and solo travelers alike, easily accessible from Lusaka and providing a pampered journey into one of Africa's most untouched wild spaces. Ila Safari Lodge is also a pioneer in sustainable tourism, with its sustainability ethos beginning here at its inception. From its eco-friendly construction to its innovative electric safari vehicles and boats, the lodge is dedicated to reducing its carbon footprint. Guests are encouraged to participate in conservation and community initiatives during their stay, enriching their understanding and connection to the local environment and people. The lodge's commitment to conservation extends to supporting local projects like the Ila Community Farm and Lukanga Community School, making it a truly responsible and enriching safari destination.
Kafue River Lodge
Kafue River Lodge offers a unique and immersive safari experience in the North-Eastern Kafue, Zambia. With only four en-suite chalets, the lodge provides an intimate and exclusive stay. Guests can enjoy a wide array of activities, from traditional game drives and boat cruises to exciting walking safaris, fishing, and even bush biking. The lodge is renowned for its exceptional guiding team, ensuring an enriching and educational wildlife encounter. The lodge is strategically located along a diverse and wildlife-favored stretch of the Kafue River, with hippos calling from the water and a steady stream of game and birds in the surrounding miombo woodland. The chalets are designed for comfort and extended stays, featuring two queen beds, a fireplace, freestanding bath, outdoor shower, and private river-facing decks. Beyond the thrilling activities and comfortable accommodations, Kafue River Lodge excels in creating memorable dining experiences. Guests can savor starlit dinners by the fire pit, enjoy meals on a deck overlooking the river, or be surprised with bush breakfasts and dinners, all designed to enhance the connection with the serene African wilderness.
Kasonso Busanga
Nestled deep within the Busanga Plains, Kasonso Busanga offers an exclusive and intimate safari experience in the heart of Kafue National Park. With a limited capacity of just four luxurious tents, guests are guaranteed unparalleled seclusion and personal wildlife encounters. This authentic bush camp provides front-row access to the vast seasonal wetlands, which transform into a breathtaking savanna teeming with diverse wildlife. The camp is strategically located to offer exceptional game viewing, particularly renowned for its prolific lion encounters and extensive lechwe populations. Guests can witness the unique behavior of lions hunting in the water and capture stunning photographic opportunities amidst the picturesque landscape. Kasonso Busanga is not just a place to stay; it's an immersive journey into the untamed beauty of the Zambian bush, promising unforgettable safari sightings. Kasonso Busanga ensures a comfortable stay with essential amenities that complement the outstanding guiding and wildlife experience. Each tent features an en-suite bathroom and a private verandah overlooking the plains, offering a tranquil retreat after thrilling day of exploration. The central boma area with its comfortable seating, bar, and outdoor deck provides a perfect setting to relax and share safari stories.
Lunga Kikuji Camp
Kikuji Camp is a secluded and intimate bush camp nestled on the banks of the Lunga River in the remote wilderness of Kafue National Park. This camp offers a unique opportunity to explore an untamed corner of Africa, perfect for those who appreciate peace, tranquility, and abundant wildlife. With a focus on immersing guests in nature, Kikuji Camp provides an authentic safari experience where the rhythm of the bush dictates your days.
Kaingu Safari Lodge
Nestled in an untouched wilderness, Kaingu Safari Lodge provides an exceptional safari experience in the heart of the African bush. This owner-run lodge offers comfortable accommodation that harmonizes with its surroundings, creating an unexpected oasis in a remote area. Built with meticulous attention to detail and exquisite taste, the lodge ensures a truly personalized and welcoming stay for every guest. Kaingu offers a unique opportunity to connect with the unspoiled "real" Africa, experience the genuine warmth of the Zambian people, and observe wildlife and scenery in an undisturbed natural setting. Situated in the Namwala Game Management Area on a spectacular stretch of the Kafue River, and just a short boat trip from Kafue National Park, the lodge provides access to a diverse array of species and exhilarating activities. It's a place to unwind, indulge in gourmet cuisine, and feel the very heartbeat of Africa.
Mawimbi Bush Camp
Mawimbi Bush Camp is an exclusive new safari lodge nestled on the west bank of the Kafue River in Zambia's Kafue National Park, Africa's second-largest park. Opening in March 2026, Mawimbi offers an authentic and deeply restorative wildlife experience within a special conservation refuge. The camp is perfectly situated between the Kafue River and a natural wetland, providing access to 22,400 square kilometers of pristine wilderness teeming with over 150 mammal, 500 bird, and 100 reptile and aquatic species. Guests will stay in one of four beautiful tented suites, each boasting river frontage, an en-suite indoor bathroom, a private deck with a plunge pool/hot tub, and an open-air shower. The camp provides an all-inclusive experience, inviting guests to switch off and recharge amidst raw and untamed nature, promising unique wildlife encounters. Mawimbi Bush Camp is ideal for discerning travelers seeking an intimate and wild African safari adventure.
Wilderness Busanga Bush Camp
Nestled deep within the heart of Kafue National Park, Wilderness Busanga Bush Camp offers an unparalleled safari experience in a remote and untouched wilderness. This intimate camp, surrounded by the vast Busanga Plains, provides exclusive access to a landscape teeming with diverse wildlife. Guests can immerse themselves in thrilling game drives, guided walks, and breathtaking birdwatching opportunities, all while enjoying the tranquility and pristine beauty of one of Africa's most significant wetland ecosystems. The camp's commitment to conservation ensures a sustainable and respectful encounter with nature, making every stay a journey of discovery and connection. Crafted with an authentic safari feel, the camp blends seamlessly into its natural surroundings, offering comfortable and stylish accommodation that doesn't detract from the wild. Each tented room provides panoramic views of the plains, allowing guests to wake up to the sounds of the bush and witness wildlife from the privacy of their verandah. Exceptional service, gourmet dining under the stars, and expert guides passionate about sharing their knowledge complete this extraordinary safari adventure, promising unforgettable memories and a deep appreciation for the African wilderness.
Wilderness Shumba
Hidden deep within the untouched Busanga Plains of Kafue National Park, Shumba Camp offers an authentic and exclusive safari experience. This remote camp, named after the prides of lion that roam the plains, provides unparalleled wildlife viewing opportunities. Guests can immerse themselves in the vastness of Africa, enjoying thrilling game drives and guided walks amidst breathtaking landscapes and abundant wildlife. Shumba Camp is designed to blend seamlessly with its natural surroundings, offering a harmonious balance of rustic charm and understated luxury. Each spacious tented suite provides a private sanctuary with stunning views. Elevated on a beautiful island of trees, the camp offers a unique perspective of the plains, ensuring an unforgettable and intimate connection with the wild.