Kafue explorer
ZAMBIA
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Kafue National Park is massive – at 22,400 km² it’s larger than South Africa’s Kruger National Park. The network of deciduous miombo woodland and grassy floodplains is a paradise for safari-goers who prefer areas less explored. And the presence of elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard, cheetah, painted wolf (African wild dog) and hyena in addition to many antelope species means that game drives can be very rewarding.
The best of Zambia’s vast Kafue with these three flexible packages that showcase the best of this remote wilderness
Overview
Length: 6-8 days (5-7 nights)
Group Size: To suit you
Location: Kafue National Park, Zambia
Departure Dates: To suit you - camps closed from December to April (flooding)
Highlights:
remote 22,400 km² of miombo woodland, grassy floodplains and riverine forest
wildlife action includes elephants, buffalos, lions, leopards, cheetahs, African wild dogs and hyenas
activities include game drives, walking safaris and boating on the scenic Kafue River
Our three packages below offer exciting opportunities to explore a range of Kafue National Park ecosystems via land and water-based activities at prices to suit most budgets. These packages are guidelines; adaptable to suit your requirements.
Your route between Lusaka and Kafue National Park will be a choice of a four-hour drive or a brief flight to an airstrip followed by a short drive. Your transfers between lodges will be via extended game drives with packed meals if required.
Activities to explore these vastly different ecosystems include game drives, walking safaris and boating on the Kafue River.
1. CENTRAL KAFUE – 2 lodges over 6 days
You will spend three days at Mukambi Safari Lodge on the banks of the Kafue River, and four days deep inside the central portion of the national park at Fig Tree Bush Camp.
2. CENTRAL KAFUE AND BUSANGA PLAINS – 2 lodges over 6 days
You will spend three days at Mukambi Safari Lodge on the banks of the Kafue River, and four days in the northern Busanga Plains portion of the the national park at Busanga Plains Camp.
3. CENTRAL KAFUE AND BUSANGA PLAINS – 3 lodges over 8 days
You will spend three days at Mukambi Safari Lodge on the banks of the Kafue River, three days deep inside the central portion of the national park at Fig Tree Bush Camp and four days in the northern Busanga Plains portion of the national park at Busanga Plains Camp.
Prices and dates
2023 RATES | ||
Per person sharing | Solo travellers | |
Central Kafue – 2 lodges over 6 days Lodges visited: Mukambi Safari Lodge + Fig Tree Bush Camp | ||
Low season (May-June, November) | US$ 2,245 | US$ 2,270 |
High season (July to October) | US$ 2,635 | US$ 3,380 |
Central Kafue and Busanga Plains – 2 lodges over 6 days Lodges visited: Mukambi Safari Lodge + Busanga Plains Camp | ||
High season (July to October) | US$ 3,585 | US$ 4,615 |
Central Kafue and Busanga Plains – 3 lodges over 8 days Lodges visited: Mukambi Safari Lodge + Fig Tree Bush Camp + Busanga Plains Camp | ||
High season (July to October) | US$ 4,435 | US$ 5,690 |
Transfers between Lusaka and lodges (per person) | ||
By road (4.5 hrs) - Return | US$ 200 | US$ 260 |
By road (4.5 hrs) - One way | US$ 125 | US$ 165 |
Flight price (between Lusaka and central Kafue) available on request (minimum 2 people)
Flight price (between Busanga and Lusaka) available on request (minimum 2 people)
Please enquire about our FAMILY-FRIENDLY AND GROUP SAFARIS:
Mukambi Safari Lodge: Children between 4 and 12 years pay 50% provided they share with parents/adults and children 4 years and younger stay for free. Children of all ages are welcome to join their parents on activities – parents will be held fully responsible for their safety. Guests with children will be either grouped together or given a separate vehicle.
Fig Tree Bush Camp and Busanga Plains Camp are ideal for families and group bookings. Both lodges with 4 tents each can be booked out exclusively. If the lodge is booked out exclusively there is no minimum age for children. Otherwise, the age is restricted to 12 in these camps. (Minimum stay at Fig Tree bush camp = 2 nights, Minimum stay at Busanga plains camp = 3 nights)’
Price includes:
All accommodations, daily activities as specified in the itinerary, all meals and beverages, 24-hour office support, intercamp transfers, optional night in a Starbed, National Park fees and bed night levies.
Price excludes:
International flights, Airport departure tax (if required), Visas or tourism levies if required to enter Zambia, excess weight charges, all airport meet-and-greet and transfers (see prices above), telephone calls, Lusaka accommodation and activities, travel and medical insurance (essential on all safaris), optional safari extension and any activities not specified in the itinerary, all charges of a personal nature, any other charges not indicated in the inclusions, tips and gratuities.
2024 RATES | ||
Per person sharing | Solo travellers | |
Central Kafue – 2 lodges over 6 days Lodges visited: Mukambi Safari Lodge + Fig Tree Bush Camp | ||
Low season (May-June, November) | US$ 2,360 | US$ 3,150 |
High season (July to October) | US$ 2,785 | US$ 3,575 |
Central Kafue and Busanga Plains – 2 lodges over 6 days Lodges visited: Mukambi Safari Lodge + Busanga Plains Camp | ||
High season (July to October) | US$ 3,785 | US$ 4,875 |
Central Kafue and Busanga Plains – 3 lodges over 8 days Lodges visited: Mukambi Safari Lodge + Fig Tree Bush Camp + Busanga Plains Camp | ||
High season (July to October) | US$ 4,685 | US$ 6,015 |
Transfers between Lusaka and lodges (per person) | ||
By road (4.5 hrs) - Return | US$ 210 | US$ 275 |
By road (4.5 hrs) - One way | US$ 135 | US$ 175 |
Flight price (between Lusaka and central Kafue) available on request (minimum 2 people)
Flight price (between Busanga and Lusaka) available on request (minimum 2 people)
Please enquire about our FAMILY-FRIENDLY AND GROUP SAFARIS:
Mukambi Safari Lodge: Children between 4 and 12 years pay 50% provided they share with parents/adults and children 4 years and younger stay for free. Children of all ages are welcome to join their parents on activities – parents will be held fully responsible for their safety. Guests with children will be either grouped together or given a separate vehicle.
Fig Tree Bush Camp and Busanga Plains Camp are ideal for families and group bookings. Both lodges with 4 tents each can be booked out exclusively. If the lodge is booked out exclusively there is no minimum age for children. Otherwise, the age is restricted to 12 in these camps. (Minimum stay at Fig Tree bush camp = 2 nights, Minimum stay at Busanga plains camp = 3 nights)’
Price includes:
All accommodations, daily activities as specified in the itinerary, all meals and beverages, 24-hour office support, intercamp transfers, optional night in a Starbed, National Park fees and bed night levies.
Price excludes:
International flights, Airport departure tax (if required), Visas or tourism levies if required to enter Zambia, excess weight charges, all airport meet-and-greet and transfers (see prices above), telephone calls, Lusaka accommodation and activities, travel and medical insurance (essential on all safaris), optional safari extension and any activities not specified in the itinerary, all charges of a personal nature, any other charges not indicated in the inclusions, tips and gratuities.
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