Wilderness Shumba | Northern Kafue

Kafue is vast, remote and utterly wild – with Wilderness Shumba as the perfect camp from which to explore it. Several overlapping pride territories meet here at the "lion’s camp". Panoramic floodplain views are dotted with herds of puku and lechwe, and occasional stands of fig and palm trees. The lions themselves sometimes use these trees as vantage points.

The most luxurious accommodation in Kafue, Wilderness Shumba is open during the dry season each year. It comprises six luxury guest tents (including a family room). Game drives are perfectly complemented by seasonal boating.

INSIDER'S TIP: One of the wildest, most pristine places on Earth. For the abundance and diversity of wildlife, renowned as "the Plains of Plenty".

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Wilderness Shumba Camp Credit: Wilderness Wilderness Shumba invites you to an intimate and exclusive bush experience in the Busanga Plains.
Wilderness Shumba Camp Credit: Wilderness Each large and well-appointed en-suite tent features an inviting separate seating area.
Wilderness Shumba Camp Credit: Wilderness Remote and exclusive, Shumba occupies its own little island in the midst of Kafue's Busanga Plains.
Wilderness Shumba Camp Credit: Wilderness Shumba's spacious and elegant en-suite tents boast great views of the surrounding plains, while the cushion-strewn veranda invites relaxed contemplation.
Wilderness Shumba Camp Credit: Wilderness Pre-dinner drinks around the fire on the deck at Shumba are an unmissable safari tradition.
Wilderness Shumba Camp Credit: Wilderness Shumba is named for the legendary lions of the area.
Wilderness Shumba Camp Credit: Wilderness There are a number of healthy prides in the Busanga Plains, with select individuals monitored by the Zambian Carnivore Programme.
Wilderness Shumba Camp Credit: Wilderness Shumba's delectable cuisine focuses on Zambian cuisine.
Wilderness Shumba Camp Credit: Wilderness Sundowners are an unmissable safari ritual, and the best way to process the events of a thrilling day on safari.
Wilderness Shumba Camp Credit: Wilderness Our staff all hail from neighbouring Zambian communities.
Wilderness Shumba Camp Credit: Wilderness Refuelling for the late afternoon game drive with high tea treats is another safari institution.
Wilderness Shumba Camp Credit: Wilderness Right from Shumba’s contemporary deck guests are immersed in its exceptional diversity of wildlife.
Wilderness Shumba Camp Credit: Wilderness Semi-aquatic red lechwe feed in the floodplains, seen from the camp's main area deck.
Wilderness Shumba Camp Credit: Wilderness A hearty brunch is welcome after working up an appetite on the morning's activities.
Wilderness Shumba Camp Credit: Wilderness Our chefs are on standby to cook eggs to order as part of the post-morning game drive brunch feast.
Wilderness Shumba Camp Credit: Wilderness The comfortable lounge invites relaxation and quiet contemplation, in perfect contrast to the thrilling events of the day.
Wilderness Shumba Camp Credit: Wilderness Boma night introduces guests to traditional local fare and the culture of our staff.
Wilderness Shumba Camp Credit: Wilderness The local residents of Hippo Pool provide endless entertainment at sundowner time.
Credit: Wilderness Sundowners out in the plains are the best way to take in the vastness of the Plains in the glorious twilight.
Wilderness Shumba Camp Credit: Wilderness Don't miss the opportunity for an in-room massage from our qualified therapist.
Wilderness Shumba Camp Credit: Wilderness Guests enjoy a complimentary massage on stays of four or more nights

Your Stay

6 Nights

Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities

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Lodge

No. Rooms: 6

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