Highlights from this 9 night Kafue Adventure Safari include:
Kafue River Activities
Mawimbi is situated on the riverbank of the beautiful Kafue River and is the perfect destination for water activities, bird watching and photographic opportunities.
A Diverse Range of Wildilfe
Most clients visiting Nanzhila will see at least 12 different antelope species with a good chance of adding lion, elephant, cheetah and wild dog to their sightings.
Authentic Bush Experience
When staying at either of the three camps, don’t be surprised to hear buck crunching twigs underfoot, or the ripping sound of branches as elephants strip the trees close by.
Learn more about the camps you’ll be visiting below:
Explore the shorelines of Lake Itezhi-tezhi
Lake Camp has 3 uniquely design tented chalets looking over the Musa River and Lake Itezhi-tezhi shoreline. The focus of Lake Camp is exploring the Southern Kafue wildlife that is found around Lake Itezhi-tezhi. Here, the mega herbivores like elephant, buffalo and hippo are more common than down on the Plains and so the incredible diversity and variety that Nanzhila is known for delivering simply gets broader with the addition of Lake Camp. In addition to the variety of species, the open floodplains and shorelines around the edges of Lake Itezhi-tezhi make for a stunning wildlife experience.
Anzhila Lake Camp Features & Amenities
Key facts you need to know about Lake Camp
Mar – Dec
3 chalets
Ensuite bathrooms
No wifi
Min 6 yrs
No Credit Cards
Solar
No Cell Reception
Mosquito nets
Fans
3 reasons you should visit Nanzhila Lake Camp
Three unique elements which you will love about Lake Camp:
WILDLIFE VISITORS
Don’t be surprised to hear buck crunching twigs underfoot, or the ripping sound of branches as elephants strip the trees close by.
LAKE VIEWS
The tented chalets are all situated along the tree line, giving guests an unobstructed view of the floodplain and shoreline ahead which has a constant flow of wildlife.
AUTHENTIC BUSH EXPERIENCE
Comfortable beds with mosquito nets are complimented by a large en-suite bathroom and vanity area and expansive covered verandah for midday game viewing.
Activities on offer at Nanzhila Lake Camp
Depending on the time of year, Lake Camp can offer the following activities
Game Drives
Visits to the Elephant Orphanage
Boat Cruises
Nanzhila Lake Camp location and travel logistics
Nanzhila Lake Camp is located 3.5 hrs north of Plains Camp on the shores of Lake Itezhi-tezhi
Learn more about the camps you’ll be visiting below:
The closest true safari destination to Victoria Falls
Nanzhila Plains Camp is an intimate owner-managed lodge situated on the edge of the a dambo in the southern section of Kafue National Park. It has 3 en-suite safari tents and 3 en-suite chalets all of which have beautiful views of the dambo and the gauzed windows allowing all the wonderful sounds of the African night to reach you clearly!
Camp Facts, Features & Amenities
Key facts and information about Plains Camp
May – November
3 tents + 3 chalets
Ensuite bathrooms
No wifi
All ages
No credit card
Lanterns
No reception
Mosquito nets
Fans
3 reasons to visit Nanzhila Plains Camp
Three unique elements which you will love about Plains Camp
WILDLIFE VISITORS
Don’t be surprised to hear buck crunching twigs underfoot, or the ripping sound of branches as elephants strip the trees close by.
DAMBO VIEWS
The tents and chalets are all situated along the tree line, giving guests an unobstructed view of the dambo. Here, peace and tranquility reign
AUTHENTIC BUS EXPERIENCE
Comfortable beds with mosquito nets – the rooms are also lit with solar lamps and hot water comes from donkey boilers .
Activities on offer at Nanzhila Plains Camp
Plains Camp offers a range of land based activties including
Game Drive
Outdoor Dining
Birding
Safari Walks
Nanzhila Plains Camp location and travel logistics
Plains Camp is located in the southern section of Kafue National Park, Zambia.
Learn more about the camps you’ll be visiting below:
A tented bush camp on the Kafue River
Mawimbi Bush Camp is situated on the riverbank of the beautiful Kafue River in the Kafue National Park in west Zambia. There are four large luxury tents, all with a private en-suite bathroom. Each tent has a comprehensive mosquito protective netting with a covered veranda overlooking the river for perfect game viewing and relaxing. The main activities offered are canoeing, game walks and game drives through an amazing variety of habitats and breathtaking scenery. You choose if you want a fast and exciting adventure, or a lazy and leisurely experience
Camp Facts, Features & Amenities
Key information about Mawimbi Bushcamp
Open April – Nov
4 Canvas tents
Open air bathrooms
No Wifi
All ages
No Credit Cards
24hr / Solar
No Fans
Plug points
Mosquito nets
3 reasons you should visit Mawimbi Bushcamp
Three unique elements which you will love about Mawimbi:
TENTED SAFARI CAMP
The riverside accommodation is stunning with constant bird activity and the sounds of the wild in the background. These well appointed safari tents are beautiful comfortable and perfectly positioned
KAFUE RIVER ENCOUNTERS
The section of the Kafue River around Mawimbi is stunning and the canoe trips are an absolute must on this trip to complement a bush walk experience.
KAFUE RIVER WILDLIFE
As Mawimbi is river-based, it offers a different perspective to the game viewing experience to Nanzhila making the camps a superb and complimentary combination.
Activities on offer at Mawimbi Bushcamp
Mawimbi offers both land and water based activities
Wilderness Walks
Canoe Trails
Fishing
Outdoor Dining
Game Viewing
Rest & Relaxation
Mawimbi Bushcamp location and travel logistics
Mawimbi is situated at the riverbank of the beautiful Kafue River in the Kafue National Park.
See the travel route for this safari below:
ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrival
Your safari can begin by road or air charter from either Lusaka OR Livingstone driving into the Kafue.
Day 1 - 4: Plains Camp
Assuming you depart from Livingstone, your first 3 nights will be at Nanzhila Plains in the Southern part of the park
Day 4 - 7: Lake Camp
After 3 nights at Plains Camp, you will be transferred to Nanzhila Lake Camp on the shoreline of Lake Itezhi-tezhi for a 3 night stay at the secluded Lake Camp.
Day 7 - 10: Mawimbi Bush Camp
Your final 3 nights are on the Kafue River at Mawimbi Bush Camp enjoying the river based canoeing and game viewing on offer.
Day 10: Departure
On your final day, you will be transferred back to Lusaka in time for your departure flight.
Please note – this entire itinerary can be done in reverse order.
Learn about the area specific to this safari package:
The Kafue National Park was established by the legendary Norman Carr in the 1950s and is Zambia’s oldest and largest national park. Covering a massive 22,400 km2 (8,650 mi2), the park is dominated by Miombo woodlands and interspersed with seasonal floodplains, rivers, and dambos – the dry riverbeds that provide seasonal refuge for the wide variety of wildlife. In fact, Kafue boasts more species than any other park south of the Congo.
Wildlife sightings can be very good with large herds of lechwe and buffalo in the floodplains, alongside all the predators of which lions are very well represented. There is also excellent birdlife.
