Safari Package Overview
Visit 2 camps in the Kafue for 6 nights and only pay for 5!
This 6-night itinerary focuses on the diverse southern and central sectors of Kafue National Park. By staying at both Nanzhila Plains Camp and Nanzhila Lake Camp, guests experience the contrast between the remote dambo plains of the south and the wildlife-rich shores of Lake Itezhi-Tezhi.
A brief overview of the 6-night itinerary
Days 1-4: Your safari begins with a transfer from Livingstone or Lusaka into the southern reaches of Kafue National Park. You will spend three nights exploring the Nanzhila Plains, a remote wilderness area known for its seclusion and biodiversity.
Days 4-7: On day four, you transfer north through the park to the shores of Lake Itezhi-Tezhi. Your final three nights are spent at Lake Camp, where the permanent water source creates a completely different ecosystem and wildlife viewing experience.
Day 7: Following a morning activity and breakfast, you will be transferred back to Livingstone or Lusaka for your onward travel.
Trip can be done in reverse
Key points about this Plains & Lake safari package
Highlights from this safari will include:
Travel Dates & Duration
6 nights between June & November with 3 nights spent at each camp.
Activities
Game drives & guided bush walks, Bush Dinners, Optional visits to the Elephant Orphanage, Seasonal fishing
Travel Logistics
Transport included from start to finish. This safari can either start in Livingstone or Lusaka.
DAY 1 - 4: 3 NIGHTS
3 nights at Nanzhila Plains Camp
Nanzhila Plains is the most southerly camp in Kafue National Park. It is situated on a tree-covered "island" overlooking the dambos (seasonal wetlands) of the Nanzhila River. The camp provides a private safari experience in a vast, under-explored region.
Camp Highlights:
- This is one of the best locations in Zambia to see roan, sable, and oribi. The open dambos allow for clear, long-distance viewing of these specialized species.
- Guaranteed predator sightings (lion, leopard, cheetah)
- With over 450 recorded species in the area, the plains are a significant draw for birdwatchers, including sightings of the endemic Black-cheeked Lovebird.
Day 4 - 7: 3 nights
3 nights at Nanzhila Lake Camp
Nanzhila Lake Camp is located on the edge of Lake Itezhi-Tezhi, overlooking the Musa River. The camp's elevated position provides views over the floodplains, where animals congregate as the surrounding bush dries out.
Camp Highlights:
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Large Mammal Concentrations: The proximity to the lake attracts significant herds of elephant and buffalo, particularly during the dry season. This abundance of prey also supports healthy populations of lion and leopard.
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Varied Landscapes: Unlike the flat plains of the south, the lake region features rocky outcrops, shoreline grasslands, and riverine forest, offering a high variety of scenery and photography opportunities.
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Water-Based Activities: Depending on the season and water levels, guests can enjoy boat cruises on Lake Itezhi-Tezhi, providing a different perspective on the park's wildlife and birdlife.
DAY 4 - 7: 3 NIGHTS
ADD ON: 2 nights in Victoria Falls at Taita Falcon Lodge
For travelers wishing to include a visit to Victoria Falls, a 2-night stay at Taita Falcon Lodge can be added to the beginning or end of the Kafue itinerary. The lodge is situated on the edge of the Batoka Gorge, approximately 11km downstream from the main falls.
This extension includes accommodation, meals, and scheduled gorge hikes. Transfers to and from Livingstone Airport can be arranged as part of the package.
Interested in booking this package?
Contact us to enquire about available space and dates!
About Nanzhia Safaris
The Nanzhila Camps are co-owned and managed by Everwild Travel Co and The Smith Family. To learn more about Everwild and to see what other camps are members of the portfolio, visit everwild.travel
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