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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Tent overlooking Shishamba LagoonCredit: Mukambi SafarisThree of the four tents overlook the lagoon.
Luxury TentCredit: Mukambi SafarisView of tent from opposite bank
Fig Tree Luxury TentCredit: Mukambi SafarisTent Interior
Fig Tree BomaCredit: Mukambi SafarisAerial view of Fig Tree Boma
Fig Tree BomaCredit: Mukambi SafarisView of the Boma form the water
Camp FireCredit: Mukambi SafarisFig Tree Staff setting the fire for the evening under stars
Fig Tree Bush Camp - Lounge & Dining
Fig Tree BomaCredit: Mukambi SafarisA view of from inside the Boma
Fig Tree Bush Camp - Dining Area
Fig Tree HammockCredit: Mukambi SafarisAerial view of the Hammock by the beach
Hammock on the beach with view onto the lagoon.Credit: Mukambi SafarisThe 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 PoolCredit: Mukambi SafarisA guest at Fig Tree having a refreshing cocktail by the pool
Candle lit DinnerCredit: Mukambi SafarisDinner on the beach
Pangolin Credit: Mukambi SafarisPangolin Sighted near Fig Tree Camp
Elephant FamilyCredit: Mukambi SafarisElephants on Game drive
Miombo Scrub-RobinCredit: Mukambi SafarisMiombo Scrub-Robin catching his lunch at Fig Tree Camp
Male Lion Credit: Mukambi SafarisLion sighting on Fig Tree drive
Cheetahs near Fig TreeCredit: Mukambi SafarisCheetah 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 ParkCredit: 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
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
3 Nights
Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included
Fast Facts
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Spoken Languages: English
No. Rooms: 4
Special Interests: Adventure, Birding, Flora, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife