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Musekese Camp

Busanga Plains & Northern Kafue, Kafue

5 Rooms

An intimate tented safari camp, set in a wilderness haven by the Kafue River.

Situated in an area justifiably known as 'Eden', Musekese tented camp is managed by a team with intimate knowledge of, and passion for, the Kafue region. The camp sits nestled on the edge of a flood plain amidst mature, riverine trees and overlooking a permanent lagoon which attracts prolific wildlife year-round. The atmosphere is relaxed and down-to-earth, quite literally, whilst special care has been taken to ensure a comfortable, exciting and highly informative experience.

Busanga Plains Camp

Busanga Plains & Northern Kafue, Kafue

4 Rooms

From $990 per person/night

Superb game viewing and not a whiff of the madding crowd

In the heart of Kafue National Park is a wetland area so remote that few outsiders even know of its existence. This is the Busanga Plains, a place where wildlife is uninterrupted and safari is as it should be. Watch as lion and cheetah prey on wildebeest, roan and buffalo, lechwe and puku graze on the island-studded swamps, shy sitatunga hide in the papyrus reeds and crowned and wattled cranes, secretary birds and ground hornbill stalk the grasslands. Humans can visit between July and November, when Busanga Plains Camp's four superb safari tents are erected on an island. This is luxury, Karen Blixen-style.

Shumba Camp

Busanga Plains & Northern Kafue, Kafue

6 Rooms

From $1.7K per person/night

A truly wild, out-of-the-way destination that's more than worth the trip.

Set in western Zambia's massive Kafue National Park, Shumba Camp has nearly exclusive access to the famed, wildlife rich Busanga Plains. It's a little bit tricky to get to, but you'll know why you've come as soon as you arrive. This elegant, intimate camp sits on a tiny tree island surrounded by seemingly endless floodplains and mesmerizing vistas in every direction. Because of the fluctuating water levels, the camp is only open from May to October, during which time the activities may vary substantially. No matter when you come, you're likely to experience a vast array of wildlife - including world-class birding - and will no doubt indulge in a good dose of luxury.

Lwenge River Camp

Kafue

5 Rooms

From $890 per person/night

'Lwenge' takes its name from the ancient local word for this stretch of the Kafue River; it’s tranquil, unhurried waters the perfect backdrop to your safari. Here elephants cross on an almost daily basis, zigzagging from bank to bank, whilst leopard and lion seek shade in the lush riverine vegetation. And for those in the know skimmer island is a mere stone throw away. Although new, Lwenge River Camp is part of Classic Zambia’s legacy in the Kafue. With just 12 beds the River Camp is aimed at exclusive-use bookings, be it families, friend and photographic groups or couples that want that extra bit of space and privacy. A spectacular view from the camp of the Kafue River sets the tone, there is also a purpose-built guide’s room included on the property, not to mention a well-appointed pool and WiFi connection too.

Anantara Tented Camp Kafue River

Kafue

13 Rooms

From $3.5K per person/night

Sanctuary in the wild.

Anantara Tented Camp Kafue River invites you to indulge in a safari experience like no other, deep in the heart of the national park. This unique camp between two islands is committed to the local community, carefully designed to preserve and promote its heritage. Arise with the birds for yoga on the deck, cruise the river in the afternoon and watch the sun set over a typical African Boma.

Busanga Bush Camp

Busanga Plains & Northern Kafue, Kafue

4 Rooms

From $1.4K per person/night

Intimate, simple bushcamp in a remote, pristine wilderness

Set in western Zambia's massive Kafue National Park, Busanga bushcamp has a front row seat to the famed, wildlife-rich Busanga Plains. This is a remote, almost forgotten (or undiscovered) part of the world, which means you'll likely have to go out of your way to get here; once you arrive, you'll know why you did. This small, simple camp sits tucked away under sycamore figs and wild date palms on the edge of seemingly endless floodplains. Because of the summer floods, the camp is only open from June to October, during which time activities can vary substantially. Whenever you come, you're likely to experience an abundance of wildlife (including the myriad birds) - and will no doubt leave having reconnected with nature.

Kasonso Camp

Busanga Plains & Northern Kafue, Kafue

4 Rooms

From $1.1K per person/night

All the essentials in Zambia's wildlife-rich wild west

Kafue National Park is one of southern Africa's hidden gems – hiding in plain sight, as Zambia's biggest nature reserve. Here, the sheer variety of landscapes draws an awe-inspiring spectrum of animals – all of the major African players, plus a good sum of lesser-known ones. Busanga Plains, in the park's north, spans an especially good cross-section of habitats, from miombo woodland to riverine forests, teak groves, open savannas – and game. Kasonso Camp is a charming pared-down tented camp, with excellent guides, a small team and a pretty setting. You'll find all the elements of a classic African safari.

Kikuji Camp

Busanga Plains & Northern Kafue, Kafue

4 Rooms

From $630 per person/night

A slice of riverside tranquillity in Zambia's largest game reserve

As the Lunga River meanders through Kafue National Park's eastern edge, it widens and narrows, gets hemmed in by thick vegetation, and gives way to open grasslands. Kikuji Camp, a new arrival here, is poised to make the most of this very particular habitat. A small camp, tucked into evergreen forest on the river's edge, it has an intimate, enchanted feel. It's ideal for water-lovers – those keen to explore via motorboat or exercise their fishing skills. The pools and tributaries are good places to spot hippo and crocodile; the banks draw elephants galore and other creatures needing a drink.

Mukambi Fig Tree Bush Camp

Central Kafue, Kafue

4 Rooms

From $570 per person/night

An intimate, rustic camp in Zambia's vast, wildlife-filled Kafue.

Open from May to the end of November, this cosy four-tent camp in central Kafue National Park is dwarfed by its surroundings, one of the world's largest areas of unspoiled wilderness. Fig Tree Camp lies just south of the main road that traverses the 22,000-square-kilometre park. Unlike its larger sister, the more luxurious Mukambi Safari Lodge, Fig Tree (named for the giant specimen that looms over the dining boma) has a real bush-camp atmosphere, with rooms built on stilts overlooking a permanent lagoon on the Shishamba River. Settle back quietly, the game will come.

Konkamoya Lodge

Southern Kafue, Kafue

4 Rooms

From $780 per person/night

An intimate, down-to-earth experience in Zambia's game-rich southern Kafue

Set on the banks of Itezhi Tezhi Lake in the southern portion of Zambia's Kafue National Park, Konkamoya is a dry-season lodge, open from mid-June to mid-November, when the bush is less picturesque but the action is more intense as animals congregate around shrinking water sources and predators capitalise on this concentration. This simple but professional lodge is known for its expert guiding, an invaluable asset if you're keen to see the many wildlife wonders of this large, diverse park. Kafue is famed for its wild dog and lion populations, and for its plains game, including sable and roan antelope.

Ila Safari Lodge

Central Kafue, Kafue

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10 Rooms

From $590 per person/night

Set by the Kafue River, this lodge is elegance and ecological wisdom personified.

Created by a safari company thoroughly committed to preserving the pristine bush areas in which they operate, Ila Safari Lodge is situated on the banks of the mighty Kafue River, bordering the wilderness of the Kafue National Park. Welcoming guests of all ages, with a maximum number of 24 people, ensures unequivocal privacy. Easily accessible from both Lusaka and Livingstone, Zambia’s oldest and largest park is home to lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant and wild dog and the diversity of the habitat also guarantees some of the best birdwatching in Africa.

Nanzhila Plains Camp

Southern Kafue, Kafue

6 Rooms

From $720 per person/night

Small, owner-run and very exclusive lodge in the stunning wilderness of southern Kafue.

Despite its proximity to Livingstone and Victoria Falls, four-star Nanzhila Plains is the only lodge in the southern Kafue. Your nearest neighbours are three hours away, so you'll have this 3000-square-kilometre area of pure wilderness to yourself. The southern Kafue is a luscious place of beautiful woodlands and green plains, and the lodge itself is set on the edge of a dambo (shallow wetland). Expect a warm welcome from the owner-hosts, good accommodation and, more to the point, excellent game viewing with four of the Big Five, antelope galore, African wild dog, cheetah and 500-plus bird species. Nanzhila Plains is an affordable camp and far from the surging safari crowds.

Mawimbi Bush Camp

Central Kafue, Kafue

3 Rooms

From $670 per person/night

A corner of heaven on the Kafue, with a chorus of hippo and elephant

Mawimbi is a bespoke and exclusive lodge situated in the heart of the Kafue National Park, one of Zambia's finest parks. It's the perfect getaway spot, unhurried and far from civilisation. The tents are large and comfortable, the people are friendly and the surroundings are sublime. On the animal and bird front, there's lots to focus your lens on and plenty of ways to view them too, both on land and water. And when you're not exploring Kafue by boat, sit back and watch the light dancing off its ever-changing surface. Magical.

Mukambi Safari Lodge

Central Kafue, Kafue

13 Rooms

From $380 per person/night

Year-round safaris at this well established lodge.

Known as the ‘Gateway to the Kafue National Park’, Mukambi Safari Lodge is a beautifully authentic, mid-range lodge, centrally located on the threshold of the Kafue National Park, right on the banks of the majestic Kafue River. Strategically located in the midst of this prolific wildlife area, Mukambi is the only lodge in the northern and central park areas which remains open to guests during the Emerald Season.

Ntemwa-Busanga

Busanga Plains & Northern Kafue, Kafue

4 Rooms

Exploring one of Zambia's most remote wildlife gems with expert guides

Ntemwa-Busanga makes no apologies for its small, simple stature - while short on the cushy excesses, it's big on adventure and expertise. Veteran guides of Kafue National Park, Tyrone Mckeith or Phil Jeffery, run this unique operation. These highly skilled, enthusiastic and charming characters facilitate your experience in this remote, beautiful area that is known for its population of lions, leopard, cheetah, wild dog, sable antelope - not to mention the host of others. This camp operates from July - November, when the floods recede and allow access to the vast plains, teeming with game.

Pinnon Lodge

Central Kafue, Kafue

8 Rooms

From $290 per person/night

Safari with a personal touch bordering Zambia's oldest national park

Total privacy is yours at this intimate, family-run lodge in the rugged wilderness on Kafue's northeastern border. Pinnon is a brand-new lodge built by safari-industry veterans, Ruth and Lyndon Pinches, whose love for the area shows in every detail. The power is solar, and the buildings face west to make the most of the sunsets and the views of the Kafue River, where crocodile, hippo and elephant are regular visitors. In an age of over-the-top safari offerings, this comfortable and professionally run lodge is a refreshing dream.

Kaingu Lodge

Central Kafue, Kafue

6 Rooms

From $490 per person/night

A comfortable tented bush camp on the banks of Zambia’s Kafue River

For a rustic, intimate and totally down-to-earth safari that you'll remember forever, try Kaingu Safari Lodge in Zambia's Kafue National Park. You won't find air-conditioning and mini fridges here, but what you will find is comfortable accommodation and superb hospitality in one of the continent's most spectacular wilderness regions. You'll also find game drives and Zambia's world-famous walking safaris, but there's an excellent selection of water-based activities on the mighty Kafue River, from boat cruises to fishing trips, that add a different aspect to a traditional Zambian safari.

Hippo Lodge

Busanga Plains & Northern Kafue, Kafue

7 Rooms

From $560 per person/night

A slice of heaven on the banks of the life-giving Kafue River.

Lying just four hours by road from Lusaka on the east bank of the Kafue River in the northern Kafue National Park, Hippo Lodge is a small, perfectly secluded retreat and ideal if you're craving some silence. It's a small camp, with just five private thatched chalets and two rustic safari tents, so expect peace and quiet and lots of it. Relax and watch the river flowing by, take a leisurely game drive, go fishing, track birds and feel the cares of everyday life slip away. We guarantee that you'll be back!

Kafue River Lodge

Kafue

From $630 per person/night

Kafue River Lodge is your reward at the end of your journey into the North-Eastern Kafue. The stretch of the Kafue River where the lodge is located is varied, gentle and favoured by wildlife. The 4 ensuite chalets overlook the river and the sounds of hippo carry clearly across the grounds with the miombo woodland behind camp also playing home to a steady stream of game and birds. Kafue River Lodge has 4 ensuite chalet and 2 central areas – an open, riverside “fire pit” for starlit dining and early morning coffee and the beautiful main lapa area which is built on a deck over the river offering cool shade and 180 degree river views.

Chisa Busanga Camp

Kafue

4 Rooms

From $1.2K per person/night

Chisa is the Nyanja word for ‘birds nest’, and the rooms were inspired by the weaver bird nests that decorate the trees here. Sitting on a small tree-lined island, the camp uses only solar power as do the game drive vehicle and bicycles used to explore the watery dambos beyond. Chisa Busanga Camp celebrates the natural and cultural heritage of the Busanga Plains, a place that will leave an indelible imprint on your mind. The four Nests blend seamlessly into the wild outdoors, while paying attention to the creature comforts needed inside for a luxurious nesting and sleeping experience. The days in Busanga are blissful. Mornings begin gently navigating the plains in the electric Land Cruiser and stopping in the bush to enjoy a breakfast prepared over hot coals. After a late afternoon walking safari, evenings wind down with stargazing and storytelling around the campfire.

Nanzhila Lake Camp

Kafue

4 Rooms

From $540 per person/night

Lake Camp is the new addition to Nanzhila Safaris and perfectly compliments the Plains Camp experience. The focus of Lake Camp is exploring the Southern Kafue wildlife that is found around Lake Itezhi-tezhi. Here, the mega herbivores like elephant, buffalo and hippo are more common than down on the Plains and so the incredible diversity and variety that Nanzhila is known for delivering simply gets broader with the addition of Lake Camp. In addition to the variety of species, the open floodplains and shorelines around the edges of Lake Itezhi-tezhi make for a stunning wildlife experience.