A discoverers exploration set in the Kafue National Park. A pristine
wilderness area home to an impressive array of game including lion,
leopard, cheetah, elephant, buffalo and hippo.
Days 1-3 Northern Kafue On
arrival in Lusaka you will be met and transferred by light aircraft to
Kafue National Park and on to Lufupa Camp. The camp comprises 6 large
Meru tents with en-suite facilities. The true beauty of the Kafue
National Park is revealed as you begin your exploration of the
floodplains, woodland and open grassy plains. Resident prides of lion
and leopard are frequently seen, wild dogs are occasionally spotted and
hippos are always lazing in the cool waters of the Kafue River in front
of the camp. Zebra, buffalo, impala and elephant are often seen roaming
the plains. 3 nights Lufupa Camp. (All Inclusive)
Days 4-6 Busanga Floodplain Depart
early this morning for a game drive/transfer to the northwestern Kafue.
Deep inside the wildlife haven of the Busanga Plains, the Musanza camp
offers 4 tents with 180° views of the spectacular wildlife that roams
the region. The main dining area and bar is set under a majestic canopy
of trees and the simple bush style of this camp creates the perfect
atmosphere. Buffalo, bushbuck, kudu and reedbuck are often seen in the
enormous open plains. Lion and cheetah are the main predators although
spotted hyaena and wild dogs are occasionally seen. Leopard and
elephant may be spied along the wooded tree lines fringing the plains. 3 nights Musanza Tented Camp. (All Inclusive)
Day 7 Lunga River Depart
on a shortened game drive through the Busanga Plains to Lunga River.
Located on a raised bank of the river, the 6 thatched chalets of the
Lunga River Lodge share a beautiful vantage point over the meandering
channel of the river. Deep and clear, the Lunga River is the largest
tributary of the Kafue River and draws a variety of wildlife to its
shores including puku and impala, buffalo, elephant and leopard. Yellow
baboons are often spotted in the vicinity of the camp and the river
boasts a high density population of hippo. Activities at the lodge
include game drives, walking safaris, guided canoe and boating trips
and fishing. Overnight Lunga River Lodge. (All Inclusive)
Day 8 Kafue National Park/Lusaka Depart on an early morning light aircraft transfer to Lusaka Airport and the end of the tour.
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