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South Luangwa

Tafika Camp

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About Tafika Camp

An owner-run gem in the north of the park, that’s all about safari the way it used to be.
The original Luangwa home of John and Carol Coppinger, Tafika is a traditional bush camp with a heart of gold. Situated on a sweeping bend of the Luangwa River, the fabulous location allows for an uninhibited exploration of the northern reaches of the park, led by a guiding team with a combined expertise of over 60 years. The camp itself is simple and unassuming but don’t let this put you off; the sheer attention to detail both at the camp and on safari make for a phenomenal experience that you won’t forget in a hurry.
From $720 per person/per night
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6 Rooms
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The property

To be a guest at Tafika is to be a personal guest of the Coppinger family and relaxing in the thatched bar and lounge feels rather like spending the afternoon in a good friend’s house. Nothing is ever too much trouble for the team; cold drinks are delivered to wherever you have positioned yourself to watch the animals stroll by and in the evening, meals are cooked with passion and served with a smile.

The rooms

The 6 simple reed and thatch chalets are dotted around the lawns in the shade of the trees with magnificent views of the winding river. All are spacious and homely with locally made furniture inside and lovely built-in seating areas outside. The family chalet has 2 bedrooms and a bathroom, all cleverly built around a sausage tree for maximum privacy. All bathrooms are open to the stars and often shared by the very sweet resident tree frogs.

Activities

However you feel like exploring the area, it’s probably on offer from Tafika. Mountain bike around the paths and mud tracks before hopping in a vehicle to search for big game, or head out on foot and learn about the insects, flora and fauna. Whatever you choose to do we can guarantee that you won’t have 4 vehicles around a sighting here; in fact, it will probably just be you.

What you'll love

What you'll love

The incredible location in the middle of one of the most beautiful wilderness areas on the continent. Disconnect your mind and reconnect your soul.
Insiders tip

Insiders Tip

It would be a crime not to take advantage of the diverse activities - trying whizzing through the bush on a cycling safari or fly up to historic Shiwa N’gandu for the day.
Something to think about

Something to think about

Tafika is the definition of remote and it’s not going to be for everyone – but if you want to get off the beaten track and discover what the bush is really about, go now.
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