Tafika Camp | South Luangwa National Park
Tafika Camp is situated in the northern part of the Nsefu Sector of the South Luangwa National Park in Zambia. It is the base camp for Remote Africa Safaris, a family-run safari operation with a collection of extremely high-quality bush camps.
Tafika provides amazing views of the river offering a wonderful place to relax when not enjoying Tafika's array of activities.
Your Stay
3 Nights
Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included
Fast Facts
Safari Lodge
Spoken Languages: English
No. Rooms: 6
Special Interests: Adventure, Birding, Cycling, Flora, Hiking, History & Culture, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Shopping, Star Gazing, Wildlife
Each thatch chalet has two double sized beds, under-cover veranda, en-suite bathroom with double vanities, flush loos, hot and cold running water and solar powered lighting.
There is one large family chalet offering two bedrooms, one with a king-sized bed, the other with two double beds and a spacious outdoor bathroom. The bathroom includes two covered flush toilets and two showers open to the stars.
This chalet is ideal for guests travelling with children or friends.
The honeymoon chalet has one extra large king bed and a double shower open to the stars.
Property Facilities
Bar, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Private Vehicle Available
Room Facilities
En-Suite, Fan, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah
Services
Airport Shuttle (Complimentary), Credit Card
All vehicles are open, comfortable and accommodate only four guests allowing for great photographic moments and plenty of opportunity to ask the guide questions.
Morning drives set off early from camp and are taken at a relaxed pace. A stop is taken at a scenic sight during the morning to enjoy a hot cuppa' and snack.
On afternoon drives, sundowners are taken overlooking the Luangwa River, after which a spotlight is brought into play, revealing Africa's nocturnal wildlife.
All vehicles are open, comfortable and accommodate only four guests allowing for great photographic moments and plenty of opportunity to ask the guide questions.
On afternoon drives, sundowners are taken overlooking the Luangwa River, after which the drive continues in the dark with the help of a spotlight.
Night drives are led by an experienced guide accompanied by a hawk-eyed spotter who controls the spotlight and finds many nocturnal animals rarely seen during the day activities.
On foot guests are given the rare opportunity to become part of nature, to immerse themselves in the wonders that present themselves at every turn. A walking safari is always led by an experienced guide with an armed National Park scout and a tea bearer so their are many eyes ready to spot the Luangwa's wildlife, identify the smallest insect, track last night's lion spoor and identify a possible threat before it really becomes one.
Children under the age of 12 are unfortunately not able to take part in walking safaris at Remote Africa Safaris.
Sitting in a game-viewing vehicle or walking delicately through the African bush may not provide the level of activity craved by more energetic guests. For these guests Tafika offers mountain bike safaris led by an experienced guide who in most cases is the owner, John Coppinger.
The cycling route takes the safari cyclists along the tracks and paths of the Game Management Area, adjacent to Tafika Camp. Mountain bike safaris generally take place in the afternoon. This gives participating guests enough time to finish their ride and meet up with the game drive, just before sunset, giving them the opportunity to enjoy the sights and sounds of a night drive after an hour and a half of cycling.
At Remote Africa Safaris the local village, Mkasanga, kindly invites guests to visit and gives them the opportunity to learn about the lives of the people from the Luangwa Valley.
Highlights of these visits include: a guided tour of the local school - proudly showcased by the teachers, a visit to the village and a local church choir performance where guests experience the perfect harmony of Africa's song
At least one seasonal Carmine bee-eater hide is built annually at Tafika. The hide is built into the banks of the Luangwa river to gain the best view of the carmine colony as they flock around their newly dug breeding holes. This hide is generally available during September and October and visits to the guide are done with a guide.
The Tafika camp hide is available to all camp guests and can be accessed any time of the day from the camp. The hide is a dug out seating chamber that looks out over a lagoon behind the camp. Birds, baboons and antelope frequent the lagoon and elephants visit on a daily basis from about August during the hotter time of the year.
Chikoko Trails | South Luangwa National Park
Slightly upstream from parent camp Tafika, Chikoko Trails is compromised of two camps: Chikoko Tree Camp and Big Lagoon camp (previously known as Crocodile River Camp). Both camps are only accessible by foot so guests experience true freedom of a walking wilderness free of roads, vehicles, other camps and relentless wifi!
The camps are set in beautiful more remote wilderness areas with fantastic wildlife densities. This is the only place where guests may experience walking safaris in a walking-only area.
Your Stay
2 Nights
Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included
Chikoko Tree Camp comprises three tree-house style chalets. There are two twin 3/4 chalets and one double chalet which are built with the bedroom upstairs and bathroom downstairs. The bedroom is open to views of the trees and the plains beyond. The bathroom has an outdoor safari shower open to the stars and a private changing area.
Big Lagoon Camp comprises three chalets perched on the edge of the vast and picturesque big lagoon. There are two twin double chalets and one king chalet which have ensuite bathrooms and outdoor showers.
Property Facilities
Bar
Room Facilities
En-Suite, Outside Shower, Verandah
Mwaleshi Camp | North Luangwa National Park
Set on a scenic bend of the Mwaleshi River, this camp is a truly special place - unlike any other in Zambia. With just four thatched chalets built entirely of natural materials with en suite bathrooms and and uninterrupted views of the river, Mwaleshi offers you a genuine feeling of solitude and seclusion.
Located in an area of pristine wilderness where there are few roads, game viewing is excellent! Buffalo and lion roam in vast numbers whilst life in camp is comfortable yet refreshingly simple.
Your Stay
2 Nights
Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included
Fast Facts
Safari Lodge
Spoken Languages: English
No. Rooms: 4
Special Interests: Adventure, Big 5, Birding, Flora, Hiking, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife
Twin single bed chalets. En-suite flush toilets and running water from overhead drums that are filled daily. Hot water is provided in the evening unless otherwise requested. There is a centrally located inverter with a re-charging facility available for guest’s use.
Double bed chalet. En-suite flush toilets and running water from overhead drums that are filled daily. Hot water is provided in the evening unless otherwise requested. There is a centrally located inverter with a re-charging facility available for guest’s use.
Room Facilities
En-Suite, Fan, Fireplace, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Pure Cotton Linen, Shower
On foot guests are given the rare opportunity to become part of nature, to immerse themselves in the wonders that present themselves at every turn. A walking safari is always led by an experienced guide with an armed National Park scout and a tea bearer so their are many eyes ready to spot the Luangwa's wildlife, identify the smallest insect, track last night's lion spoor and identify a possible threat before it really becomes one.
Children under the age of 12 are unfortunately not able to take part in walking safaris at Remote Africa Safaris.
Sleep outs are for the more adventurous looking to become in tune with the wilderness of the Luangwa.
After a buffet lunch and siesta in the camp, guests shower and prepare for their night out in the bush. Tea and cake is enjoyed in camp and then the group sets off on a short afternoon activity, at the end of which they arrive at the sleep-out location. This is usually on a wide open beach on the banks of the Mwaleshi river.
Feast on a delicious dinner cooked over the flames of a raw wood fire out on a remote bend of the Mwaleshi river. Sip on a night cap around the fire before retiring to bed – a camper mattress on the ground tucked under a net leaving unobstructed views of the night’s sky.
The safety of having an experienced guide and armed scout nearby ensures a sweet nights sleep while listening to the natural calls of the bush.
The next morning, a light breakfast is enjoyed at dawn and then the group sets off for a morning walking activity back to camp.
Sleep outs must be pre-booked as they are a ‘whole camp’ activity. They may be done at no additional cost.