Mukambi Safari Lodge | Central Kafue
Seamlessly fitting into the surrounding wilderness and located on the banks of the Kafue River, the lodge has been designed with nature in mind. Accommodation consists of a luxurious Riverside Villa, comfortable en-suite chalets and four luxury safari tents, all on stilts with a deck overlooking the rambling river. After your game drive or fishing trip, cool down in the infinity pool while the hippos wallow in the river below or relax with a cold drink in hand in one of our lounge areas offering stunning panoramic views. Included activities consist of sunrise and afternoon game drives in open-canopy vehicles, boat and fishing trips, walking safaris and a visit to the Mukambi Community School. The lodge curio shop is full of local treasures made by the women’s community group.
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Four Luxury tents that have a private deck with comfy seating overlooking the Kafue River. This is our most luxurious accommodation with each unit privately surrounded by natural riverine bush. A freestanding ball and claw bathtub is found on each deck. Further enhancing the African theme, the furniture is made out of recycled wood from Dhows that used to sail the Indian Ocean off Tanzania.
Cocooning mosquito nets surround luxurious box spring beds and the entrance to the private deck is made of wall to wall wooden sliding glass doors that provide spectacular views and light into the tents. The tents have an open bathroom setup with shower, toilet and washbasin.
All rooms are made up as king beds but can be made up as twins on request. These units are reserved for guests staying on a safari package but can be booked on last minute basis.
They do also offer a romantic experience and are great for honeymooners.
Room Facilities
Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bath, Bed Linen, Electrical Outlets, Ensuite, Fan, Foam Mattress, Hand Towels, Laundry Facilities, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Mid Ensuite With Separate Shower/Toilet, Mosquito Nets, Mosquito Netting, Queen Bed, Safe, Shower, Twin Bed, Wardrobe
The family unit sleeps four people and is made up of one double room and a twin room. It has a shared bathroom, 24 hr electricity, and hot water. There is also a small, cozy living room and a patio with comfortable seating to take in the scenery.
The family chalet is ideal for small families or guests looking for two rooms. It is river-facing, with plenty of shade and animal activity.
Chalets come with either one queen size double bed or 2 single beds with cotton sheets, duvet (extra blankets available) and mosquito nets. The standard chalets follow an African styling of old in that they are rondavels. Thatched roofs keep guests cool during the warmer months and all units are river facing allowing for guests to take in some beautiful scenery right at their doorstep.
There are eight units in total with an even split of four doubles and four twin rooms.
Luxury Family Villa
One of the most special ways to experience a safari is with the family, making memories and having an incredible time together whilst enjoying the African flora and fauna.
Our luxury family Riverside Villa has two large bedrooms (one with a queen-sized bed and the other with two single beds), both rooms en-suite with a shower, toilet and basin.
All beds made up with cotton sheets, duvet (extra blankets available) and mosquito nets. The Villa has a fully furnished living room, an extensive wooden deck overlooking the Kafue River, 24hrs electricity and hot water.
This accommodation is right on the banks of the river and ideal for families. There is a minimum of 3 guests required.
Property Facilities
Accept Credit Cards, Baby Sitting, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Children Friendly, Communal Dining, Credit Card Facilities, Drivers Cabin, Eco Friendly, Guided Tours, Halaal, Internet Access (Complimentary), Internet Access, Kiddies Pool / Splash Pool, Laundry Service, Library, Licensed, Mobile Connectivity, Outdoor Pool / Pool Deck, Parking, Pool, Power Generator , Restaurant, Secure Parking, Vegetarian
Room Facilities
Balcony , Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bath, Bed Linen, Bunk Bed, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Ensuite, Fan, Hand Towels, Laundry Service (Available), Mosquito Nets, Pure Cotton Linen, Queen Bed, Safe, Shower, Smoke Alarm, Tea / Coffee, Twin Bed, Verandah, Wardrobe
Available Services
24-hour Security, Airport Shuttle (Available), Baby Sitting, Credit Card Facilities, Disability, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Private Vehicle (Available)
Activities on Site
Bird Watching, Boating, Catch-and-release Fishing, Fine Dining, Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, High Tea, Massages, Night Drives, Safaris, Walks (Guided)
Activities Nearby
Big 5, Bird Watching, Boat Cruises, Boating, Child Friendly Activities, Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Night Drives, River Cruises, Safaris, Walks (Guided), Wildlife Tours
Mukambi Safari Lodge 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. Our vehicles are located in the park, which is a short boat trip across the Kafue River, so all game drives depart from within the park.
Mukambi is open all year round and game drives can be booked all year round.
Walks leave in the early morning hours after sunrise to avoid the heat of the day. The walks take place in the Kafue National Park itself and are approximately 3 hours. 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.
Unfortunately not available due to the wet conditions and high grass from approximately Dec to May.
Boat cruises over the Kafue river can also take place at any time of the day but we also have a scheduled Sunset Cruise each evening. On the boat cruise we shall drive you slowly up the river, giving you the chance to take in the surroundings, have some sundowners and watch the sunset.
You can bet your money you will see hippos and crocodiles and a plethora of birds, about which our guides can answer your questions.
Fishing trips by boat take place at any time of day and are approximately 2.5 hours long. While out on the river, just you and your guide, you can enjoy the surrounding nature while fishing. We supply basic equipment and bait to assist you on your way to catching one of the many fish found in this area, whether that be a silver barbell, a larger cat fish or Kafue bream. Keen fishermen may bring their own equipemnt to take on the fishing trips.
Forming a part of our Responsible tourism, over 14 years ago we started our Mukambi Community School to provide education to the local community in an area where no good schools exist. The results are spectacular; the well-equipped school now provides 92 local children with a high standard of education, and we have five teachers in permanent employment. Conservation is an important subject at our school. The school received generous funding from a donor a couple of years ago, which meant they could invest in iSchool Tablets, through which the pupils can engage in active learning as well as developing key IT skills for later in life. Every year all the grade 7 pupils graduate with flying colours and have attained places at secondary schools throughout Zambia. The school is supported by a charity called Cikoko
Mukambi Restaurant
The lodge has one main restaurant with two staggered decks where all meals are taken. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are all served at the restaurant at their respective time slots and guests are welcome to come at any time between those time slots to have their meals. Each guest/booking is allocated their own table for meals.
Breakfast - Continental buffet breakfast is on offer and guests can also order cooked breakfast as well.
Lunch - Is a fixed menu and served according to a guest's dietary needs/ restrictions e.g. vegetarian, vegan etc.
Dinner -Is a three course meal consisting of starter, main and dessert. Also served according to the guests dietary needs.
Your Stay
1 Night
Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Local Brands (excl Spirits) Included
Fast Facts
4 Star
Lodge
Spoken Languages: Dutch, English, setswana
No. Rooms: 14
Special Interests: Adventure, Big 5, Birding, Fishing, Flora, History & Culture, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Wildlife, Wine
Fig Tree Bush Camp | Central Kafue
Fig Tree Bush Camp is tucked away in one of the most undiscovered parts of Kafue National Park. The luxurious tented camp comprises four tented chalets elevated on 3-metre high platforms, each with its own private veranda presenting a unique view from the tree canopy. Three of them offer spectacular views over the Shishamba River, while the fourth faces the grassy plains and waterhole. During the day take a dip in the infinity pool or do some game viewing from the lodge boma. Included are Game Drives, which take place twice a day as well as walking safaris in the cool of the morning where you have the opportunity to get closer to nature than ever before. After dinner 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 Virtual Tour
A 360 virtual tour of Fig Tree Camp
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
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.
Your Stay
2 Nights
Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Local Brands (excl Spirits) Included
Fast Facts
Campsite
Spoken Languages: English
No. Rooms: 4
Special Interests: Adventure, Birding, Flora, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife
Busanga Plains Camp | Northern Kafue
The Plains Camp is a seasonal luxury bush camp located deep in the heart of the famous Busanga Plains, in the north of beautiful Kafue National Park. The luxurious tented camp consists of four en-suite tents that overlook this beautiful and unique wetland ecosystem. A central communal area comprises a raised boma and dining area with views over the expansive plains and tree-studded islands. Relax and enjoy a refreshing dip in our pool or sunbathe on the wooden deck with views of the surrounding wetlands. A wooden viewing platform on stilts tucked away high up in the characteristic Fig tree above the boma offers a breath-taking view directly onto the floodplain. Daily Game Drives and Walking Safaris are included. You can also opt to enjoy a sleepout in the star-bed at Busanga Plains Camp.
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Busanga Virtual Tour
Take a virtual tour and have an inside look into our Plains Camp.
The Plains Camp has four fully furnished tents, each with an en-suite bathroom and sleeping capacity for two people. The camp is located on an island in the middle of the plains, and from your tent, you have a perfect view of the plains.
At Busanga Plains Camp, we offer an intimate experience with nature in our four luxury safari tents. Each tent, whether twin or double, features an en-suite open-air bathroom with a flushing toilet, ensuring your comfort and convenience. The tents are light, airy and spacious, with large beds draped with mosquito nets. From your private veranda, you can enjoy the total peace of nature.
The camp is solar-powered, and all tents have electricity. Guests can charge their cameras and other small electrical equipment in the room.
Now at Busanga Plains Camp is the addition of a Starbed. Guests can now spend a night under the stars and enjoy the sights and sounds of the night. The Starbed is well raised off the ground giving guests a lovely 360 view of the Busanga Plains.
Only one Starbed is available and guests can make a booking with the camp manager (when in camp) and spend a night there. The Starbed comes as a double room and is made up of two sections. The first section is is the bathroom area and on the upper deck guests will find an open sleeping area complete with bedding and solar lights, offering a view of the skies and the Plains beneath them.
Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Communal Dining, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Pool
Room Facilities
Detached Private Bathroom, Electrical Outlets, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah
Activities on Site
Bird Watching, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Night Drives, Safaris, Walks (Guided), Wildlife Tours
Life in Busanga Plains Camp begins quite early, where guests begin their day with a light breakfast before heading out into the wilderness to explore.
Guests are often spoilt for choice between game drives and walking safaris and both present unique opportunities for great animal encounters. Our game drives take place in the morning and in the afternoon/evening. Morning drives allow guests to head out and catch game still on the move during the cooler hours of the day. Midway through the drive there will be a brief stop to allow guests to stretch their legs and have some tea/coffee before continuing with he drive and heading back to camp.
Afternoon drives begin late afternoon once it is a bit cooler. This is usually when game begins to be more active providing a better chance of spotting some of the more elusive animals. The drive is also a combination of a night drive which offer an opportunity to spot some of the nocturnal animals found on the Plains. The guide will fire up his spotlight after sundowners and try and find the animals with it before heading back to camp.
Walking in the Busanga Plains is an experience like no other. The vastness and openness of the Plains makes for some great game viewing on foot. Game is alot easier to spot on the Plains and observe from a safe enough distance.
Walks are only done in the morning to avoid the heat of the day and generally last about 3hrs. Along the walks guides will educate their guests on the smaller aspects of the bush that they tend to miss whilst in a vehicle. As they walk they will also encounter a variety of game and the guide will keep guests safe and informed at all times.
Dining Area
The dining area in Busanga Plains 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 Busanga Plains.
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.
Your Stay
4 Nights
Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Local Brands (excl Spirits) Included
Fast Facts
Campsite
Spoken Languages: English
No. Rooms: 4
Special Interests: Adventure, Birding, Flora, Hiking, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife, Wine
Mukambi Safari Lodge | Central Kafue
Seamlessly fitting into the surrounding wilderness and located on the banks of the Kafue River, the lodge has been designed with nature in mind. Accommodation consists of a luxurious Riverside Villa, comfortable en-suite chalets and four luxury safari tents, all on stilts with a deck overlooking the rambling river. After your game drive or fishing trip, cool down in the infinity pool while the hippos wallow in the river below or relax with a cold drink in hand in one of our lounge areas offering stunning panoramic views. Included activities consist of sunrise and afternoon game drives in open-canopy vehicles, boat and fishing trips, walking safaris and a visit to the Mukambi Community School. The lodge curio shop is full of local treasures made by the women’s community group.
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- Activities and Services
- Restaurants
Four Luxury tents that have a private deck with comfy seating overlooking the Kafue River. This is our most luxurious accommodation with each unit privately surrounded by natural riverine bush. A freestanding ball and claw bathtub is found on each deck. Further enhancing the African theme, the furniture is made out of recycled wood from Dhows that used to sail the Indian Ocean off Tanzania.
Cocooning mosquito nets surround luxurious box spring beds and the entrance to the private deck is made of wall to wall wooden sliding glass doors that provide spectacular views and light into the tents. The tents have an open bathroom setup with shower, toilet and washbasin.
All rooms are made up as king beds but can be made up as twins on request. These units are reserved for guests staying on a safari package but can be booked on last minute basis.
They do also offer a romantic experience and are great for honeymooners.
Room Facilities
Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bath, Bed Linen, Electrical Outlets, Ensuite, Fan, Foam Mattress, Hand Towels, Laundry Facilities, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Mid Ensuite With Separate Shower/Toilet, Mosquito Nets, Mosquito Netting, Queen Bed, Safe, Shower, Twin Bed, Wardrobe
The family unit sleeps four people and is made up of one double room and a twin room. It has a shared bathroom, 24 hr electricity, and hot water. There is also a small, cozy living room and a patio with comfortable seating to take in the scenery.
The family chalet is ideal for small families or guests looking for two rooms. It is river-facing, with plenty of shade and animal activity.
Chalets come with either one queen size double bed or 2 single beds with cotton sheets, duvet (extra blankets available) and mosquito nets. The standard chalets follow an African styling of old in that they are rondavels. Thatched roofs keep guests cool during the warmer months and all units are river facing allowing for guests to take in some beautiful scenery right at their doorstep.
There are eight units in total with an even split of four doubles and four twin rooms.
Luxury Family Villa
One of the most special ways to experience a safari is with the family, making memories and having an incredible time together whilst enjoying the African flora and fauna.
Our luxury family Riverside Villa has two large bedrooms (one with a queen-sized bed and the other with two single beds), both rooms en-suite with a shower, toilet and basin.
All beds made up with cotton sheets, duvet (extra blankets available) and mosquito nets. The Villa has a fully furnished living room, an extensive wooden deck overlooking the Kafue River, 24hrs electricity and hot water.
This accommodation is right on the banks of the river and ideal for families. There is a minimum of 3 guests required.
Property Facilities
Accept Credit Cards, Baby Sitting, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Children Friendly, Communal Dining, Credit Card Facilities, Drivers Cabin, Eco Friendly, Guided Tours, Halaal, Internet Access (Complimentary), Internet Access, Kiddies Pool / Splash Pool, Laundry Service, Library, Licensed, Mobile Connectivity, Outdoor Pool / Pool Deck, Parking, Pool, Power Generator , Restaurant, Secure Parking, Vegetarian
Room Facilities
Balcony , Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bath, Bed Linen, Bunk Bed, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Ensuite, Fan, Hand Towels, Laundry Service (Available), Mosquito Nets, Pure Cotton Linen, Queen Bed, Safe, Shower, Smoke Alarm, Tea / Coffee, Twin Bed, Verandah, Wardrobe
Available Services
24-hour Security, Airport Shuttle (Available), Baby Sitting, Credit Card Facilities, Disability, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Private Vehicle (Available)
Activities on Site
Bird Watching, Boating, Catch-and-release Fishing, Fine Dining, Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, High Tea, Massages, Night Drives, Safaris, Walks (Guided)
Activities Nearby
Big 5, Bird Watching, Boat Cruises, Boating, Child Friendly Activities, Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Night Drives, River Cruises, Safaris, Walks (Guided), Wildlife Tours
Mukambi Safari Lodge 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. Our vehicles are located in the park, which is a short boat trip across the Kafue River, so all game drives depart from within the park.
Mukambi is open all year round and game drives can be booked all year round.
Walks leave in the early morning hours after sunrise to avoid the heat of the day. The walks take place in the Kafue National Park itself and are approximately 3 hours. 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.
Unfortunately not available due to the wet conditions and high grass from approximately Dec to May.
Boat cruises over the Kafue river can also take place at any time of the day but we also have a scheduled Sunset Cruise each evening. On the boat cruise we shall drive you slowly up the river, giving you the chance to take in the surroundings, have some sundowners and watch the sunset.
You can bet your money you will see hippos and crocodiles and a plethora of birds, about which our guides can answer your questions.
Fishing trips by boat take place at any time of day and are approximately 2.5 hours long. While out on the river, just you and your guide, you can enjoy the surrounding nature while fishing. We supply basic equipment and bait to assist you on your way to catching one of the many fish found in this area, whether that be a silver barbell, a larger cat fish or Kafue bream. Keen fishermen may bring their own equipemnt to take on the fishing trips.
Forming a part of our Responsible tourism, over 14 years ago we started our Mukambi Community School to provide education to the local community in an area where no good schools exist. The results are spectacular; the well-equipped school now provides 92 local children with a high standard of education, and we have five teachers in permanent employment. Conservation is an important subject at our school. The school received generous funding from a donor a couple of years ago, which meant they could invest in iSchool Tablets, through which the pupils can engage in active learning as well as developing key IT skills for later in life. Every year all the grade 7 pupils graduate with flying colours and have attained places at secondary schools throughout Zambia. The school is supported by a charity called Cikoko
Mukambi Restaurant
The lodge has one main restaurant with two staggered decks where all meals are taken. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are all served at the restaurant at their respective time slots and guests are welcome to come at any time between those time slots to have their meals. Each guest/booking is allocated their own table for meals.
Breakfast - Continental buffet breakfast is on offer and guests can also order cooked breakfast as well.
Lunch - Is a fixed menu and served according to a guest's dietary needs/ restrictions e.g. vegetarian, vegan etc.
Dinner -Is a three course meal consisting of starter, main and dessert. Also served according to the guests dietary needs.
Your Stay
1 Night
Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Local Brands (excl Spirits) Included
Fast Facts
4 Star
Lodge
Spoken Languages: Dutch, English, setswana
No. Rooms: 14
Special Interests: Adventure, Big 5, Birding, Fishing, Flora, History & Culture, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Wildlife, Wine
