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Experience an unforgettable Kafue Safari in Zambia combining the wildlife-rich landscapes of Southern Kafue with the scenic waterways of Central Kafue National Park. This 6-night Kafue Safari combines 3 nights at Nanzhila Plains Camp or Nanzhila Lake Camp with 3 nights at Kaingu Safari Lodge, offering an exceptional mix of game drives, river activities, wildlife viewing and birding.
The safari can start in Livingstone or Lusaka, making it an ideal Zambia safari package for wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, birdwatchers and adventure travellers seeking an authentic African wilderness experience.
Begin your Kafue National Park safari in Southern Kafue with three nights at Nanzhila Plains Camp or Nanzhila Lake Camp. Enjoy twice-daily game drives across open plains and wildlife-rich habitats, with opportunities to encounter elephants, lions, buffalo and a variety of antelope.
The camps provide comfortable luxury tented accommodation, wholesome meals and excellent opportunities for wildlife photography and bird watching.
Continue to Central Kafue National Park and Kaingu Safari Lodge, beautifully situated along the Kafue River. Enjoy a combination of land and water-based safari experiences, including boat cruises, canoeing, game drives, fishing and bird watching, depending on seasonal conditions and availability.
The river setting provides opportunities to observe hippos, diverse birdlife and other wildlife while enjoying the tranquillity of the Kafue wilderness.
For a more comprehensive Kafue Safari experience, extend your stay to 9 nights and explore all three camps:
The extended itinerary provides more time to experience the diverse landscapes, wildlife and waterways of Kafue National Park at a relaxed pace.
Your Kafue Safari begins with arrival at either Livingstone or Lusaka Airport, depending on your chosen starting point. You will be met and transferred to Nanzhila Plains Camp in Southern Kafue National Park or Nanzhila Lake Camp, with a portion of the drive through the park, providing your first game drive experience.
On arrival, settle into your luxury tented accommodation, enjoy a welcome drink, and take in the surrounding bush scenery. In the evening, enjoy a gourmet dinner at the camp, preparing for the exciting safari ahead.
Begin your day with an early morning game drive in Southern Kafue National Park, guided by expert rangers to spot lions, elephants, buffalo, antelope, and diverse birdlife.
Return to camp for breakfast and leisure time, where you can relax or explore the camp surroundings. The afternoon features another game drive, providing excellent wildlife viewing and photography opportunities.
Dinner at the camp concludes the day under the African stars.
Enjoy another morning game drive or choose to explore on a guided walking safari around Nanzhila Plains or Lake Camp. After returning for lunch, optional activities include bird-watching, cultural visits, or additional photographic safaris.
The camp offers a tranquil atmosphere, perfect for relaxing or observing wildlife from your tent. Evening dinner completes your day, and you can reflect on the spectacular wildlife sightings and serene bush ambiance.
After breakfast, depart for Kaingu Safari Lodge, located along the Kafue River in Central Kafue National Park. On arrival, settle into your riverfront luxury accommodation.
The lodge offers water-based safari activities, including boat cruises, canoeing, and bird watching, providing a unique contrast to the land-based experiences at Nanzhila.
In the afternoon, enjoy a sunset river cruise, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and African finfoot birds. Dinner is served at the lodge, overlooking the tranquil waterways of the Kafue River.
Begin the day with a morning game drive in Central Kafue, exploring the park’s riparian woodlands and spotting elephants, buffalo, predators, and a variety of antelope.
Return to Kaingu Lodge for lunch and relax or choose to participate in river-based activities, including boat cruises and fishing excursions. Birders will delight in spotting species unique to the waterways.
The day ends with an elegant dinner at the lodge, celebrating the diversity of landscapes, wildlife, and experiences encountered on this classic safari.
Enjoy a final morning game drive or bird-watching session, followed by breakfast at Kaingu Lodge.
The rest of the day is at leisure to relax, photograph the stunning Kafue River scenery, or participate in optional activities.
Dinner at the lodge highlights local and international cuisine and reflects on your safari journey.
After breakfast, take in the last views of the Kafue River before checking out.
You will then be transferred to Lusaka or Livingstone Airport for your onward journey, marking the conclusion of your immersive 7-day, 6-night Classic Kafue Safari.
Nanzhila Plains Safari Camp is located in the southern section of Kafue National Park, an area known for its open plains and excellent wildlife viewing. Kaingu Safari Lodge is situated along the Kafue River in central Kafue, offering scenic river views and diverse safari experiences.
Kafue National Park is one of Africa’s largest and most diverse parks. Visitors may encounter elephants, lions, leopards, buffalo, antelope species such as puku and lechwe, as well as abundant birdlife across the plains and river ecosystems.
Guests staying at Nanzhila Plains Safari Camp and Kaingu Safari Lodge can enjoy guided game drives, birdwatching excursions, walking safaris, and boat or river-based activities depending on the season and water levels.
Yes. Kafue National Park is considered one of the best birding destinations in Southern Africa, with over 500 recorded bird species. The wetlands, riverbanks, and open plains around both lodges provide excellent opportunities for bird enthusiasts.
The dry season from May to October is generally the best time for wildlife viewing in Kafue National Park, as animals gather around water sources and the vegetation is less dense, making sightings easier.
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