Best of Both

Khulu Bush Camp “Grandfather” is located on a private concession of 6,000 acres.
One of the many charms of this camp is that it offers guests luxurious and private accommodation accompanied with old world hospitality.

Khulu comprises of 6 bespoke, thatched, safari style suites built onto slightly elevated platforms. Each well-appointed room is designed in a modern and contemporary style but has minimal impact to the surroundings and environment.The units have an indoor and outdoor shower and balcony for game viewing. The camp currently has a total capacity of only 12 people. All rooms overlook an ancient riverbed, the waterhole in this riverbed is known to attract a variety of the greatest wildlife and birdlife in Hwange. Khulu’s main area provides a full bar which also commands view of the waterhole and has in stock a variety of local and imported beverages.There is a plunge pool as well as a fire pit for stargazing and night caps.The camp has borehole water throughout and an on site laundry service.

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Khulu Bush Camp

Khulu Bush Camp Elephants

Khulu Bush Camp Main Area

Khulu Bush Camp Dining

Luxury Tent

Bathroom

Luxury Tent

Khulu Bush Camp Tented Chalets

Khulu Bush Camp Main Area

Khulu Bush Camp Main Area

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Khulu Bush Camp Dining

Khulu Bush Camp

Elephants in front of Khulu Bush Camp

Buffalo in front of Khulu Bush Camp

Sunrise Game Drive

Wild dogs on game drive

Lion on game drive

Sundowner in the hide

Walking safari

Star Bed Sleepout

Room(s) 1-7 - King/Twin Luxury Suites

Khulu Bush Camp comprises of 7 bespoke, thatched, safari style suites built onto platforms and 2 luxury honeymoon suite. The honeymoon suite comprises of an inside & outside shower and outside bath, as well as a swinging pod chair on the private balcony.

Our suites are elegant and contemporary with minimal impact to the surroundings and environment. Each unit has an indoor and outdoor shower and balcony for game viewing as well as an individual tea and coffee service. The beds are twins but can all be converted to king sized for double occupancy. Each suite, including the honeymoon suite, consists of inside & outside showers, complimentary mini bars, nespresso machines and private balconies. The camp has a total capacity of only 12 people.

Plug points in the room are South African 3 pinned round plugs, grounded, 15A, 220-240V. International adaptors available upon request.

Hot water systems heated by wood fire twice daily, in the morning at 6am and the evening at 6pm. However, water can be heated upon request outside of these times and please allow for 30minutes for water to reach a suitable temperature.

Khulu Bush Camp comprises of 7 bespoke, thatched, safari style suites built onto platforms and 2 luxury honeymoon suite. The honeymoon suite comprises of an inside & outside shower and outside bath, as well as a swinging pod chair on the private balcony.

Our suites are elegant and contemporary with minimal impact to the surroundings and environment. Each unit has an indoor and outdoor shower and balcony for game viewing as well as an individual tea and coffee service.

Property Facilities

24-hour Security, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Pool, Private Vehicle (Available)

Room Facilities

Balcony / Deck, Bath, Detached Private Bathroom, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fan, Fridge, Hair Dryer, Heater, Laundry Facilities, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mini Bar, Mini Bar (Complimentary), Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Smoking Rooms, Tea / Coffee, Verandah

Available Services

Airport Shuttle (Available)

Activities on Site

Big 5, Bird Watching, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Viewing Hide, Game Walks, Night Drives, Safaris, Walks (Guided), Wildlife Tours

Activities Nearby

Animal Encounters, Big 5, Bird Watching, Cultural Tours, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, General Sightseeing, Safaris, Wildlife Tours

Game Drives Walking Safaris Painted Dog Conservation Centre Culture & Community Pan Sits

Morning, afternoon & full day game drives can be arranged on the concession and into the National Park. An abundance of game species can be spotted within the concession and National Park including Elephant, Lion, Giraffe, Cheetah, Zebra, Sable, Wild Dog, Leopard and much more!

Within the concession, evening game drives can be arranged with a sunset stopover for sundowners and your choice of beverage. Returning to the lodge by spotlight to find those elusive night animals & arriving back in camp in time to freshen up for dinner.

After a fireside coffee and delicious muffins, journey into the bush on foot with your professional guide on a walking safari. Enjoy the early crisp mornings as you discover the wonders of the African bush and witness its wildlife come to life. Starting time is first light. Walking Safaris are carried out on our private concession of 6000 acres and are weather dependent.

Zimbabwe boasts one of the largest populations of this endangered species. A visit to the Hwange Research Centre to learn more about these beautiful painted dogs and the rehabilitation, research and conservation efforts surrounding the centre is highly recommended. There is no entry fee charged but the program kindly asks visitors to either buy something from the curio shop with proceeds going to the program or welcomes any donations.

Zimbabwe offers a rich, dynamic culture and through the support of our non profit project “The Mother Africa Trust“ we offer visits to local clinics, rural schools and the Dete Old Age Home. A fantastic way to get to know the friendly people and culture of Zimbabwe!

Spend the day, half a day relaxing near the pan with full waiter service and watch the animals as they get up close and personal.

Captains Table

Guests are wined and dined around the Captain's Table & served a set gourmet-three course meal. Khulu is also proud to invite guests to experience their unique "Show Kitchen" which enables you to get involved in the culinary processes, watch your food being prepared and interact with the talented chefs.

Private/Romantic dining can be arranged with the managers in camp.

Specific dietary requirements can be catered for and must be advised upon reservation.

Set in lush gardens with beautifully manicured lawns, this fifty room lodge is a great option for those who value comfort and elegance. The rooms are spacious and tastefully decorated in a classic style, and each has a clear and open view of the garden.

The heart of “Pioneers” Lodge is the centrally located main area. The layout and classic décor here is extremely welcoming with a serene and stylish lounge which is airy and comfortable, and the rich inside dining room is certainly nostalgic and inviting. The guests also have the option of relaxing and dining on the spacious and expansive terrace, overlooking lush gardens. There is a large saloon style bar area which serves a variety of cold and hot beverages, including local craft beer made from our very own Zambezi water. For the modern traveller, Wi-Fi is important and this is readily available throughout the lodge. Well placed in the lush gardens are two swimming pools for the guests to use at their leisure. In addition to these, a day spa, TV Room and a meetings room are also available on the property.

Pioneers is a family friendly property

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Main building The main building and one of the two swimming pools

Property Entrance

Room Elephant theme room

Jungle- themed bedroom All of our rooms can be made up double or twin, and are en-suite, air-conditioned, have tea/coffee making facilities, rooms safes, and wi-fi.

Family Room - view from main room into childrens' room We have 4 specially designed family rooms consisting of a main room and a smaller annexe with 2 single beds . This annexe is decorated with children in mind - lots of colour and fun. The kids rooms shares a bathroom with the main room

Kids room This kids room branches is an annexe off to the one side of the main room.

Monkey Themed Room All of our rooms can be made up double or twin, and are en-suite, air-conditioned, have tea/coffee making facilities, rooms safes, and wi-fi.

Room Interior of room looking out

The Terrace The terrace, which overlooks the beautiful gardens, wraps around the entire front of our main building and houses the bar area, informal outside lounge area, and outside dining area.

Bar area Our beautiful custom-built bar area.

Indoor dining Room Our elegant indoor dining area - the perfect spot to enjoy a quiet meal.

Garden view The view from the outside seating area.

Reception area The hallway of our reception area is light, spacious and very welcoming

Curio Shop We have an on site curio shop for your convenience. We stock a wide variety of locally sourced items - a perfect place to find a souvenir or present.

Interior Lounge The perfect spot to sit back and relax in a quiet spot.

Interior Lounge A section of our elegant inside lounge. We have a variety of board games and card games available for residents of the hotel to use.

Soft seating outside area The perfect place to relax, take in the view of the gardens, and enjoy a coffee or a drink.

Guest facilities in the common areas We have quirky guest ablutions in the common areas for your convenience.

Aerial View of the property An aerial view of the property showing the main building, the layout of the rooms, the 2 swimming pools, and the extensive gardens.

Entrance Courtyard A welcome entrance to our lodge.

Main Building with wraparound terrace Our beautiful main building by night.

Top Level Pool One of two pools on the property.

Food and Beverages We offer a light lunch menu.

King Rooms Family

The rooms look out over manicured lawns to our two secluded pool areas. Each large, well-appointed room boasts a spacious en-suite bathroom with double basins and shower for our weary travelers.

A large well-appointed room with a spacious en-suite bathroom with double basins and shower. Rooms have an annex that has been set up as a child’s room. It has two single beds with an adjoining bath and toilet and is decorated in a child-friendly style.

Property Facilities

24-hour Security, Activity Desk, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Meal on Request, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa

Room Facilities

Air Conditioning, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, Hair Dryer, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Facilities, Mosquito Nets, Shower

Available Services

Airport Shuttle (Available), Credit Card Facilities, Room Service, Room Service (24 hours), Travel Desk

Activities on Site

Fine Dining, Massages

Activities Nearby

Adrenaline Activities, Animal Encounters, Art Galleries, Bird Watching, Boat Cruises, Child Friendly Activities, Fine Dining, Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Golf, Helicopter Rides, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Massages, Quad Biking, Rhino Tracking, River Cruises, Safaris, Scenic Flights, Tennis Court, Walks (Guided), Wildlife Tours

Fig Tree Bush Camp is situated next to a beautiful beach created by the dried sand banks of the Shishamba River. The camp overlooks a large lagoon, 1.7 km long and about 60m wide.

This lagoon maintains it’s alluring water throughout the season attracting an array of wildlife including Elephant, Puku, Impala, Warthog, Zebra, and Hartebeest. Predators like Lion, Cheetah, Leopard and Hyena are regular visitors. The Wild Dog in the area have also been frequent visitors to the area and prey on the concentration of game.

The camp is made up of a Boma and 4 raised Luxury Safari Tents. Each safari tent has an en-suite bathroom and veranda presenting a unique view from the tree canopy. Guests will then come together underneath the Fig Tree to savour the serenity of the lagoon as well as delicious food and wine.

Game drives take place twice a day. Walking safaris are also an option in the cool of the morning and allow guests to explore the surroundings and what they overlook on the drives.

After dinner guests will sit around a campfire, feet in the sand, gazing at the stars and listening to the sounds of the African Bush.

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Fig Tree Bush Camp

Tent overlooking Shishamba Lagoon Credit: Mukambi Safaris Three of the four tents overlook the lagoon.

Luxury Tent Credit: Mukambi Safaris View of tent from opposite bank

Fig Tree Luxury Tent Credit: Mukambi Safaris Tent Interior

Fig Tree Boma Credit: Mukambi Safaris Aerial view of Fig Tree Boma

Fig Tree Boma Credit: Mukambi Safaris View of the Boma form the water

Camp Fire Credit: Mukambi Safaris Fig Tree Staff setting the fire for the evening under stars

Fig Tree Bush Camp - Lounge & Dining

Fig Tree Boma Credit: Mukambi Safaris A view of from inside the Boma

Fig Tree Bush Camp - Dining Area

Fig Tree Hammock Credit: Mukambi Safaris Aerial view of the Hammock by the beach

Hammock on the beach with view onto the lagoon. Credit: Mukambi Safaris The white sand just to the side of the camp allows for a relaxing afternoon on the large hammock.

Cocktails at Fig Tree Camp

Cocktails by Pool Credit: Mukambi Safaris A guest at Fig Tree having a refreshing cocktail by the pool

Candle lit Dinner Credit: Mukambi Safaris Dinner on the beach

Pangolin Credit: Mukambi Safaris Pangolin Sighted near Fig Tree Camp

Elephant Family Credit: Mukambi Safaris Elephants on Game drive

Miombo Scrub-Robin Credit: Mukambi Safaris Miombo Scrub-Robin catching his lunch at Fig Tree Camp

Male Lion Credit: Mukambi Safaris Lion sighting on Fig Tree drive

Cheetahs near Fig Tree Credit: Mukambi Safaris Cheetah brother relaxing 1km from Fig Tree Camp

Treehouse Tent - Fig Tree Bush Camp

Boma under the Fig Tree

Infinity Pool overlooking the Plains

Infinity Pool overlooking the Plains

Campfires and lanterns

WildDog

Elephants - Kafue National Park

Porcupine - Kafue National Park Credit: Karen Lowe Photography

Lion Cub - Kafue National Park

Fish Eagle - Kafue National Park

Private Tent balcony overlooking the lagoon

Hippo - Kafue National Park

Puku - Kafue National Park

Treehouse Tent in the evening

Massages in the Wild

Hammock on the beach

Game Drives at Sunset

Campfires & Coffee

Tent overlooking Shishamba Lagoon

Hammock on lagoon beach

Twin tent

Boma area in the evening

Boma area at night

Tent at sunrise

Tent at sunrise

Pool Area

Fig Tree Virtual Tour

A 360 virtual tour of Fig Tree Camp

Raised Luxury Safari Tent Starbed

Fig Tree Bush Camp has tented accommodation on 3-meter platforms above the ground, which offer a spectacular view over the lagoon and the plains towards the camp's entrance.

We have 4 en-suite luxury safari tents on stilts (2 twin and 2 double).

Guests will stay in one of our 4 furnished safari tents. Three of the tents overlook the lagoon and one has a view of the plains behind the camp offering unique opportunities to spot game. Each safari tent has an en-suite bathroom and veranda presenting a unique view from the tree canopy.

Imagine a cozy bed set up on a raised platform, surrounded by the vast expanse of the African night sky. The bed is made with crisp, white linens and fluffy pillows that invite you to sink in and relax. The sounds of the African bush are all around you, from the rustling of leaves to the chirping of crickets. It’s a truly magical experience that you will never forget.

Property Facilities

24-hour Security, Communal Dining, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Pool, Secure Parking

Room Facilities

Balcony / Deck, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fan, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Mosquito Nets, Pure Cotton Linen, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah

Available Services

Airport Shuttle (Available)

Activities on Site

Bird Watching, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Night Drives, Safaris, Walks (Guided)

Activities Nearby

Game Viewing

Game Drive Walking Safaris

Fig Tree is open from May until November each year. It closes during the wet season as the camp inaccessible by road. From May till November the guides are able to get around the park and this is the period in which game drives are doable.

Fig Tree Camp offers game drives daily. One departs at sunrise and the afternoon drive (partly a night drive) leaves at approximately 2 hours before sunset. Drivers are 3.5 to 4 hours long. The game drives always begin right from camp and end back in camp. Game drives can be arranged directly in camp with the manager.

Walking safaris are available from June unit November when the camp closes. Grasses are still quite tall in May and certain areas still a bit muddy which makes walking unfavorable.

Walks leave in the early morning hours after sunrise to avoid the heat of the day. The walks begin right from camp and right from the get go, there's plenty to see along the banks of the Shishamba River. Our guides will talk you through everything Kafue has to offer that otherwise goes unnoticed, showing how the whole ecosystem works together to support the National Park. You can find nature at its most untouched on such safaris.

Dining Area

The dining area in Fig Tree Bush Camp is located in the main Boma. A big table that comfortably seats all 8 guests and the camp manager sits in the middle of the Boma affording guests a clear view of the Shishamba Lagoon and all its daily visitors.

Mornings begin with a light continental breakfast followed by scrambled eggs and toast. This is served before guests go out for their morning drive or walk.

Lunch is served midday after guests have had such much desired rest after their morning activity.

For dinner, a 3 course meal is served after the evening game drive.

All meals are taken in the Boma, and special bush meals can be arranged for special occasions only.