2024 Website - The Kafue National Park - A Special Wilderness

Perched on the edge of a spectacular lagoon hidden away from the outside world Musekese Camp has made a name for itself with expert guiding, exceptional food and phenomenal wildlife. Explore this game-rich area by vehicle, foot, or boat along the emerald green Kafue River.

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Guest Chalets Guide Tent

Musekese Camp has only five chalets, taking a maximum of ten people. There's a minimum of two guides on hand at any time, which means you are entirely assured of activities taken at your pace and interest. Rooms at Musekese Camp are spacious and comfortable with all the necessities. This includes en suite flushing toilets and on-demand hot water showers. All our power requirements are drawn from a well configured solar set up. Whilst there are no charging facilities in the rooms, the main area has plenty of surplus power 24/7 to keep all your devices fully charged and drinks ice cold.

Back of House. Private, en-suite. Not for sale/guest standard.

Property Facilities

Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Library, Meal on Request, Private Vehicle (Available), Restaurant

Room Facilities

Balcony / Deck, Dressing Gowns, En-Suite, Laundry Facilities, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Pure Cotton Linen, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah

Available Services

Airport Shuttle (Available)

Activities on Site

Big 5, Bird Watching, Boating, Canoeing, Catch-and-release Fishing, Fine Dining, Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Viewing Hide, Game Walks, High Tea, Natural History Tours, Night Drives, Safaris, Sleep Outs, Walks (Guided), Wildlife Tours

Activities Nearby

On the southernmost reaches of Busanga Plains lies Ntemwa-Busanga Camp. This simple but charming camp is perfectly sited to make the most of the diverse Busanga Plains and its multitude of habitats, from riverine thickets in the south, the tree-lined edges and the productive, flooded grasslands in the centre and the variety of wildlife that inhabit them. This is the wildlife photographers dream location!

The wildlife of the Busanga Plains is as varied as it is numerous. Regional specials such as roan and sable antelope are common sightings here. The Southern Plains areas are home to wildebeest and zebra too, along with a wide predator suite with several lion prides, great leopard viewing and arguably the best chances for cheetah in Zambia, plus from time to time late season wild dog sightings.

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Game Drive at Ntemwa-Busanga Camp A game drive from Ntemwa is a peacful and truly wild affair. Slowly moving across the vast open plains, stopping and scanning for movement, anticipating the view of a distant speciality species. Our game viewing vehicles are equipped with the highest-spec suspension (soft and smooth ride over the bumps!), whilst also having charging sockets and a fridge to keep those drinks ice-cold all day. With our camp being located over 10km from the nearest camp it means we often have sightings all to ourselves, from huge herds of sable and roan antelope to the resident pack of wild dogs and cheetah coalition who call the Southern treeline of Busanga home.

Sunset Scenes on an afternoon Game Drive The distant plains of Busanga make for the perfect setting for an afternoon/night drive. It feels as though one could keep driving forever through the expansive grasslands! Around sunset, as we look for a spot to stretch our legs and have a ‘sundowner drink’ the momentum changes – temperatures drop, bird calls die down, the distant calls of nocturnal creatures begin. It is now time for a night-drive with our expert guides utilising a spotlight to look for the eye-shine of various cryptic species.

Lion viewing at Busanga The Busanga Plains are the home of the lion! With some of Africa’s highest densities of lion, this wildlife mecca is the ideal habitat for these apex predators and the apex wildllife enthusaists who come to safari. Far less-known and less visited than the more famous Okavanago Delta or Serengeti Plains, the Busanga Plains are a mixture of these two iconic locations but with a fraction of the visitor numbers and with arguably even greater diersity of species on offer than both.

Main Area Deck The main area deck at Ntemwa-Busanga Camp is raised high above the plains, giving unparralled views of Busanga and various species can be seen from the comfort of the comfortable armchairs (cheetah, wildebeest, puku, elephant, to name a few!). 2024 saw a revamp and extension of the deck – accommodating a whole camp’s worth of people comfortably. Home to a small bar, a photo editing area and ample charging facilities the camp and this deck is ideal for photographic interested guests.

Morning Breakfast Table Morning breakfast on Busanga is not simply a dining affair! It is the main opportunity to use our ears and eyes as the first light rises to listen for calls, whoops, roars and alarm calls on the soft, cool, morning air. Top-quality coffee, waming oats over the fire, morning muffins, and much more are there to line the stomach to fuel-up for a morning of adventure and exploration on the Busanga Plains!

Thatched Chalet Guide Chalet

Our small camp consists of just five thatched chalets which are accompanied by open-air en-suite bathrooms at the rear, with flushing toilets, plumbed sinks and taps and warm bucket showers. There are two main areas, one a raised deck overlooking the vast Busanga Plains and another a bird hide cum sitting area to recline use in the heat of the day! The main deck supplies power for charging cameras and other devices and has a small bar for refreshments.

Not for general sale. For accompanying Guide/Pilot/TL.

Property Facilities

Bar, Eco Friendly, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Library, Private Vehicle (Available)

Room Facilities

Dressing Gowns, En-Suite, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Shower, Verandah

Activities on Site

Bird Watching, Fine Dining, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Gourmet Picnic, Night Drives, Safaris

Set in an area of pristine wilderness, KaingU Lodge offers a magnificent game and safari experience in the heart of the African bush. The lodge is environmentally-friendly, with the architecture of the entire camp and associated buildings designed to blend in and harmonise with the surroundings. Maximum use has been made of existing trees, rocky outcrops and topographical features in its layout and construction, thereby minimising the impact on the original look and feel of the area. The focal point of the lodge is the thatched central area with lounge, dining room and bar overlooking the river. Situated on a high plateau, KaingU enjoys an all-year-round moderate climate and is accessible in all seasons with good road and air access.

Perhaps the greatest feature of the lodge is the absolutely unique river landscape where the lodge is located. It is the only lodge on this unique stretch of river where the Kafue spreads out into a myriad of rocky channels and island before rejoining to flow into the lake. Game drives are usually done in the National Park (a ten minute boat ride away), while boating, canoeing, walks and even lounging in rock pools is also all on offer!

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Canoe camp Island sleep-out at the end of a canoe trail

Shooting the rapids running the rapids just below the lodge.

Lodge location the lodge is in the middle left of the frame - but completely nestled into nature!

Lodge main area under the stars The main bar and lounge area

Canoe camping An overnight stop on one of the islands

Canoe bed Comfortable bed and net ready for an island sleep-out

Sunset canoeing Sunset canoeing north of the lodge

Open doors Chalet No1

Sundeck Chalet No2

Island sleep-out ready for guests to pull in

Nestled into nature Chalet 5 from the river - all rooms have river views and private decks

Deck dining table for two

Chalet 3 Interior of chalet 3

Game driving solitude and space are one of the major Kafue cards....

River views The lodge location is simply heavenly.

Our dining room almost every meal is taken right by the river

Rapid dining Our favourite (and most used) out-of-camp dining location by the rapids south of the lodge

Sundowners on your deck? Chalet 3. Just before dinner! Its almost worth staying in camp for this view

Luxury Meru style tents The family house

The six tents comprise custom designed meru style tents which have stone built bathrooms each also with an external shower under the stars. Each tent has a thatched roof to reduce the heat and each one also has a spacious deck with easy chairs and a small hammock. Every tent is located with great views of the stunning river.

For families or two couples the house "Finfoot" is perfect. A large deck to socialise on with a BBQ and simple gas stove makes the house even more private. Each Bedroom has an en-suit bathroom.

Property Facilities

Bar, Barbeque Facilities, Battery Charging Facilities, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Meal on Request, Mobile Connectivity, Private Vehicle (Available), Restaurant

Room Facilities

Balcony / Deck, En-Suite, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Outside Shower, Pure Cotton Linen, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah

Available Services

Airport Shuttle (Available), Babysitting Service, Chauffer Service, Credit Card Facilities

Activities on Site

Bird Watching, Boating, Canoeing, Catch-and-release Fishing, Fine Dining, Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Viewing Hide, Game Walks, Gourmet Picnic, High Tea, Night Drives, Safaris, Sleep Outs, Walks (Guided), Walks (Self Guided)

Activities Nearby

Bird Watching, Boat Cruises, Boating, Canoeing, Catch-and-release Fishing, Cultural Tours, Fishing, Fly Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Hiking, Kayaking / Paddling, Mountain Biking, River Cruises, Safaris

Game Drives Boat Cruises Canoeing at Kaingu Walking safaris Out of camp dining

Most of the game drives are conducted in the National Park which is a ten minute boat ride from the lodge to the car park where the open vehicles are stationed. Kaingu vehicles are comfortable, 9 seat open game viewers with a canopy roof. Lodge policy is for six passengers per vehicle so that everyone has a 'window' seat. Drives on the lodge side of the river in the Game Management Area are usually short evening drives (often after a walk) in our much loved classic series III landrover.

One of Kaingu's biggest draws is the incredibly scenic river. Strewn with rocks and flowing into numerous channels it is without a doubt the prettiest stretch of the Kafue river. The Kaingu boats are six seat aluminium boats with quiet 4 stroke motors and swivel seats which are great for birding, photography, fishing or simply turning around to chat!

We are one of the very few operators conducting canoeing in Zambia outwith the Zambezi. The trips can be as long or as short as desired, and can be as placid or as rapid as you like. Overnight island sleep-outs can be part of the experience. The lodge has four custom made inflatable canoes which are perfect for exploring still and rocky channels or shooting the rapids.

Walking at Kaingu is mostly conducted in the Game Management Area around the lodge and can be as demanding or relaxing as you like. Many of the walks take advantage of the various granite hills to take advantage of sweeping views and perhaps a sundowner at the end of the walk and meeting our classic series III landrover to drive home in.

While strictly maybe not always defined as an 'activity', at Kaingu it is taken to quite a level. From simple meals on an island sleep-out through to full lodge service but on a sandy beach below the river rapids the settings and cuisine at Kaingu are hard to beat.

Deck Dining

Cuisine at Kaingu is something special. Menus that are updated and changed every year and every season. Brilliant chefs and locally sourced ingredients. Julia (lodge manager and menu designer) has worked closely with a top Zimbabwean based kitchen trainer to create superb cuisine.