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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Arrive at Lusaka Airport & Transfer to Mukambi Safari Lodge

Arrive at Lusaka Airport & Transfer to Mukambi Safari Lodge

On arrival at Lusaka’s Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, you will be met and transferred to Mukambi Safari Lodge. During the 3.5-4 hour long transfer, you will leave behind the busyness of the city and slowly be immersed into the African bush’s unique soothing atmosphere. Your private transfer guide can answer any questions you may have along the way.

Arrive at Mukambi Safari Lodge in time for tea break and afternoon activities to include a sunset boat cruise or afternoon game drive. Alternatively, you may of course also opt to simply relax at the lodge by taking a dip in the pool or enjoy a massage.

Upon your return to the lodge, dinner awaits you.

Main Destination:
Kafue National Park
Best Time To Visit July to October (Animals are easier to find)
High Season July to October (Higher rates apply; busier)
Best Weather April to August (Cooler and it hardly ever rains)

Wildlife in Kafue NP

ElephantCommon
LionCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
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WildebeestOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogOccasional
Accommodation:
Mukambi Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located just outside Kafue NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 2

Explore Kafue National Park from Mukambi Safari Lodge

Explore Kafue National Park from Mukambi Safari Lodge

Mukambi Safari Lodge overlooks the stunning Kafue River and is also known as “the Gateway” to Kafue National Park, Africa’s largest national park.

Spend today exploring Kafue National Park and enjoy the large variety of activities that Mukambi Safari Lodge offers. From game drives (morning and afternoon), walking safaris, fishing trips by boat on the Kafue River (basic equipment and bait supplied) to boat cruises (including a sunset cruise). There is something for everybody’s taste and liking. Experience African wildlife such as such as elephants, lions, leopards, wild dogs, cheetahs, hippos, crocodiles as well as antelopes and a plethora of birds.

Later on, you may decide to schedule a visit to the Mukambi Community School or simply relax alongside the lodge’s infinity pool, overlooking the vast Kafue River before embarking on more game activities in the afternoon.

Dinner under the star lit canopy of the African sky awaits you upon your return to the lodge.

Main Destination:
Kafue National Park
Accommodation:
Mukambi Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located just outside Kafue NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 3

Game Drive Transfer to Fig Tree Bush Camp

Game Drive Transfer to Fig Tree Bush Camp

This morning a 1.5-hour game drive will transfer you from Mukambi Safari Lodge to your next destination, Fig Tree Bush Camp.

Arrive at Fig Tree Bush Camp in time for brunch and check into one the camp’s four tented chalets. The chalets are built on 3-meter high platforms above the ground, either offering a spectacular view over the Shishamba River or facing the plains, overlooking the watering hole in front of the camp’s infinity pool.

After settling into your room, enjoy the afternoon tea break followed by an afternoon game drive.

Return to the camp for a delicious dinner underneath the Fig Tree, after which the camp is named.

Main Destination:
Kafue National Park
Accommodation:
Fig Tree Bush Camp
  • Luxury tented camp (with rustic facilities) located inside Kafue NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 4-5

Explore Kafue National Park with Fig Tree Bush Camp as your Base

Explore Kafue National Park with Fig Tree Bush Camp as your Base

Fig Tree Bush Camp is an authentic and rustic bush camp located in a more remote part of Kafue National Park.

During the next two days, you will have many opportunities to get to know this area, its wildlife and interesting mix of vegetation.

Fig Tree offers game drives (morning and evening) and walking safaris. Apart from plains game such as antelope, you can look forward to sightings of predators like lion, cheetah, leopard and hyena, as well as the wild dog.

Fig Tree’s guides have a wealth of knowledge which they will share with you, from the insects on the ground, to the birds in the sky and everything in-between.

Should you wish to take it a bit slower, simply relax at the camp, take a dip in the pool or have an afternoon rest in the hammock overlooking the lagoon.

In the evenings, you will return to the camp with the fire ready and time enough to enjoy a wholesome dinner under all the stars the night sky has to offer.

Main Destination:
Kafue National Park
Accommodation:
Fig Tree Bush Camp
  • Luxury tented camp (with rustic facilities) located inside Kafue NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 6

Game Drive Transfer to Mukambi Safari Lodge

Game Drive Transfer to Mukambi Safari Lodge

After your early morning tea, another1.5-hour game drive will have you waving good-bye to Fig Tree Bush Camp and transfer you back to Mukambi Safari Lodge for your last night inside the Kafue National Park.

Arrive back at Mukambi Safari Lodge in time for brunch followed by a tea break and afternoon activities to include a sunset boat cruise or afternoon game drive. You will have an opportunity to experience what you may have missed out during your first two nights at Mukambi.

Enjoy a last delicious dinner at the lodge.

Main Destination:
Kafue National Park
Accommodation:
Fig Tree Bush Camp
  • Luxury tented camp (with rustic facilities) located inside Kafue NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 7

Road Transfer Back to Lusaka

Road Transfer Back to Lusaka

Today you will bid farewell to Mukambi Safari Lodge and the Kafue National Park.

Depending on your travel itinerary, you may still be able to enjoy a morning activity such as a game drive, guided bush walk, a fishing trip on the river, or a visit to Mukambi’s community school.

Alternatively, relax at the lodge before an approximately 4-hour private road transfer will take you back to Lusaka’s Kenneth Kaunda International Airport for your onward journey.

Main Destination:
Lusaka Airport (Lusaka)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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  • This tour is offered by Gondwana Tours & Safaris, not SafariBookings.
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