Plains and Rivers Safari

PLAINS AND RIVERS SAFARI

A 7 night safari combining the beautiful Busanga and the tranquil Kafue River

A 7 night safari combining two areas of the Kafue

This 7 night safari combines the beautiful Busanga plains and the cool river ecosystem of Kafue River Lodge. Why choose? Experience the great herds and expansive views of Busanga with its rust red sunsets and prolific game and combine your experience with a luxurious chalet on the banks of the Kafue River. Not only does the river bring a tranquil, slow paced safari experience but the chance to enjoy our hospitality on a whole new level.

“Wow! Busanga Plains was fantastic, a veritable mixture of photographic delights. Lions, hippos, elephants, wildebeest, lechwe, roan, cheetah, myriad birds – even a pack of wild dogs on our way back to Kafue River Lodge.”

– Marcus Westberg

Quick facts about this safari

A brief overview of what to expect on this package

June – November

7 nights

2 camps

1 national park

Game Viewing

River Actvities

Birding

Unique Safari Activities

Camps featured in the Plains and Rivers safari

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Busanga Plains

KASONSO BUSANGA CAMP

Kafue River

KAFUE RIVER LODGE

Travel Logistics for this safari

See the travel route for this safari below:

Day 1: Lusaka - Kafue River Lodge

Travel from Lusaka to Kafue River Lodge (by road or air) and enjoy your first night and second night with us in chalets next tothe river. Chat to your guide about what your preferences are and choose from a variety of activities to make each daymemorable.

Day 3: Depart for Kasonso Busanga

Make sure you have everything packed before transferring to Kasonso Busanga through the park. Keep your eyes peeled forgame along the way and enjoy a lunch stop to stretch your legs. Spend the next 4 nights on the plains taking in the herds ofanimals, excellent birding and the lions that Busanga is so well known for

Day 7: Return to Kafue River Lodge

On day 7, you will enjoy a full breakfast before embarking on the trip back to Kafue River Lodge through the park to spendyour last night at Kafue River Lodge

Day 8: Kafue River Lodge - Lusaka

Depending on your schedule, squeeze in one more activity or pick out something locally made to remind youof your trip at our gift shop before leaving for Lusaka.

3 reasons you should choose this safari package

Highlights from this 7 night Plains and Rivers safari include:

Diverse Wildlife and Scenery

The incredible diversity of mammal and birdlife on offer means that no 2 days are ever the same in Northern Kafue

Incredible Wildlife Encounters

The lions of Busanga are a highlight of the region and the encounters of these cats moving around the floodplains is something to behold.

Land & Water Based Activities

The river based activities at Kafue River Lodge combined with whats offered at Kasonso Busanag make this a well rounded safari

About the Kafue National Park

Learn about the area specific to this safari package

When you can spend 10 days in a National Park with no 2 days being the same, you know you are in a special place. That’s what the Kafue can offer. It has incredible animal and birdlife diversity which stems ultimately from the tapestry of habitats that link together through the park.

The Southern sector intersperses wide, expansive plains with stunning miombo woodlands and dambos and is home to impressive numbers of lion, cheetah and a variety of antelope, most notable sable, roan, reedbuck and eland. The central region is dominated by the stunning Kafue River and its beautiful riparian woodland and offers both river and land based safari experiences. Venture further north and you will start to get access to the Busanga Plains – another region known for great lion activity and stunning plains vistas.

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Luambe Camp & Conservation

LUAMBE CAMP

Luambe National Park, Luangwa Valley

A private and remote Luangwa safari experience

Luambe Camp complements a unique Luangwa safari by delivering comfortable safari tent accommodation on the banks of the Luangwa River. In the dry season, hundreds of hippo gather below camp and the resident leopard are almost nightly visitors to the camp. The 4 en-suite tents overlooking the river are spacious with a focus on allowing guests the chance to feel like they have escaped to a lost world.

“This is a chance for anyone who loves wildlife to have a safari and make a difference at the same time – the way it should be!“

Robyn F, Guest, Oct 2021

3 reasons to visit Luambe Camp

Three unique elements which you will love include

LUANGWA RIVER LOCATION

Our 4 en-suite safari tents overlook the Luangwa River and are large and spacious. Hot showers, great beds and homestyle dining ensure all the necessary comforts have been provided.

UNIQUE SAFARI ACTIVITIES

Your safari activities with Luambe can be tailored to your interest! If you would prefer a more traditional safari, we still offer the more traditional program but we do love to have our guests get involved in conservation work when possible.

EXCLUSIVE & REMOTE

Being a small and intimate bushcamp, we have the opportunity to focus on our guests and we also encourage guests to take things slowly and enjoy the different activities and experiences on offer in Luambe.

Camp Facts, Features & Amenities

Key facts and information you need to know about Luambe Camp

Open June – Oct

4 tents

Ensuite bathrooms

No wifi

Min 12yrs

No credit cards

24h / Solar

No cell reception

Fans

Mosquito nets

Activities on offer at Luambe Camp

Luambe Camp offers the following actvities

Mammal Tracking

Sleep-outs & outdoor dining

Visit to the hide

Community Development

Game Drives

Trail Runs

‘Carmine Coffee’

Safari Walks

Luambe Camp location and travel logistics

Luambe Camp is located in Luambe National Park, Luangwa Valley, Zambia

“They are doing a fantastic conservation job in Luambe National Park. The safari tents are luxurious and the safari experience in this national park is 100% recommended. I will return next year.”

– Eduardo Garcia

Multi-camp packages featuring Luambe Camp & Conservation

You will get the most out of the Luangwa Valley by booking the following packages:

11 night Beach and Bush safari

Experience the beauty and amazing wildlife of the Luangwa Valley as you journey into South Luangwa and Luambe National Park. Finish off the trip with an island getaway on Lake Malawi where you can enjoy different water activities and the relaxation that this beautiful beach setting offers.

SEe the full itinerary

8 night South Luangwa & Luambe safari

If you are planning on visiting South Luangwa, you may be interested in this 8 night safari package aimed at travelers wanting to experience both the prolific wildlife in South Luangwa as well as the privacy and intimacy of a safari in Luambe.