6 night Plains & Lake Safari

A 6 night safari combining 2 camps across the Kafue National Park. All transfers and logistics included!

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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.

How to get to the Kafue

A brief overview of the 6-night itinerary

Trip can be done in reverse

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.

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.

sunset Dinner on the plains in the Southern Kafue

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.

Safari Lodge Accommodation in the Kafue National Park

Wild dog running in front of Plains Camp - Kafue National Park

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Elephants walking past safari lodge in the Kafue National Park

Cheetah in the grass at Plains Camp - Kafue National Park

Safari Lodge Accommodation in the Kafue National Park - Impala in front of camp

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:

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.
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.
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.

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pangolin in front of Lake Camp in Kafue national park

lion chasing warthog in the Kafue National Park

African Wild dog on the road in the Kafue National Park Lake Camp

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Taita Falcon lodge Victoria Falls bushcamp accommodation 8

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.