Set in the remote northern sector of Zambia’s Kafue National Park, the Musekese Concession is a prime example of what happens when conservation, expert guiding, and low-impact tourism come together. Privately operated and accessed only through two Classic Zambia camps, the concession offers an exclusive safari experience that feels both wild and deeply personal.

The landscape is as varied as it is beautiful. Rolling miombo woodlands open into wide floodplains, and shallow ridgelines give way to seasonal wetlands known locally as dambos. At the centre of it all is Eden Lagoon—perhaps the best known of these wetlands. In the early season, Eden is a shimmering marshland reminiscent of the Okavango, teeming with birds and grazers wading through shallow water. As the dry season progresses, it transforms into a broad, sun-baked pan cut through by a winding stream—still productive, still alive with wildlife, but entirely changed in character.

Wildlife moves freely across the concession, taking advantage of the different habitats. Elephant herds are often seen, and a wide range of antelope species—from puku and kudu to roan, reedbuck, bushbuck, and the occasional eland—can be encountered almost anywhere. The open expanses of the Kamasot Plain are particularly striking, with large concentrations of zebra, sable, and reedbuck, but this is just one part of a much broader, well-functioning ecosystem.

Predators are an important part of the story here. Musekese Conservation’s research has shown that leopard densities in this concession rival those of Zambia’s better-known parks, and many individuals are recognised by name. Lions are frequently encountered, and wild dogs range across the area. The guiding team, many of whom are involved in conservation efforts, brings a level of insight and familiarity that transforms wildlife viewing into something far deeper.

Guests explore the concession via day and night game drives, as well as guided walking safaris—a highlight for many. The river system adds further variety: the nearby confluence of the Kafue and Lufupa Rivers creates backwaters and channels perfect for boat-based wildlife viewing and birding.

With a carefully planned network of game drive routes, no crowding, and a commitment to science-led conservation, the Musekese Concession is one of Zambia’s most rewarding safari destinations. A new photography and wildlife-viewing blind is currently being developed at one of the area’s most productive waterholes—adding another layer to the experience for photographers and wildlife enthusiasts alike.

This is a place where wildlife thrives, not by chance, but because it’s been allowed to. For those seeking a truly immersive and meaningful safari, the Musekese Concession delivers.