8 Day Guided Kafue Safari Tour
Explore the vast, untamed wilderness of Kafue National Park, Zambia's oldest and largest national park. This immersive 8-day safari showcases the park's astonishing biodiversity and varied habitats—from riverine woodlands and miombo forests to open floodplains teeming with life.
Highlights
- Walking safaris in Zambia's oldest national park
- Big game sightings on open-vehicle drives
- Boat cruises on the Kafue River
- Intimate, eco-friendly safari camps
- Two nights in a star bed overlooking the bush
- Fishing, birding & cultural village visits
- Uncrowded, off-the-beaten-track safari
Uncover Zambia's Wild Secret in One Extraordinary Park
Unlike more commercialised parks, Kafue offers a quieter, more authentic safari experience. This itinerary takes you through three distinct regions—each offering its own landscape, wildlife, and activities. Discover why Kafue is often considered Zambia's best-kept secret.
Days 1–2: Riverfront Wildlife & Cultural Encounters
Walking safari experience
Mukambi Safari Lodge, Central Kafue
Start your adventure with a scenic road transfer from Lusaka to Mukambi Safari Lodge, located along the banks of the Kafue River. Over the next two days, explore this richly biodiverse region on game drives, walking safaris, river cruises, and fishing excursions. Visits to the local Mukambi Community School offer meaningful cultural insights.
River-facing luxury safari tent
Stay in luxury safari tents on stilts, complete with private decks and open-air bathtubs overlooking the river. Wildlife here includes hippos, elephants, leopards, puku, and abundant birdlife.
Days 3–4: Lagoon Views & Predator Hotspots
Game drives in Kafue National Park
Fig Tree Bush Camp, Remote Central Kafue
Move deeper into the wild to Fig Tree Bush Camp, an exclusive camp set beside a permanent lagoon. Each elevated safari tent offers sweeping views of either the Shishamba River or a busy waterhole that draws in elephants, warthogs, zebras, and antelope.
Private verandah
Morning walking safaris (seasonal) and afternoon game drives bring you close to predators like lions, leopards, and cheetahs. Between activities, relax in the infinity pool or under the shade of the camp's namesake fig tree.
Days 5–7: Iconic Plains & Star Beds
Busanga Plains Camp from the air
Busanga Plains Camp, Northern Kafue
Your final base is the renowned Busanga Plains, a seasonal floodplain and premier wildlife area. Famous for its open landscapes and large predator populations, the plains are a prime location for lion sightings and dramatic game-viewing scenes.
En-suite tent overlooking the Busanga Plains
Explore by open vehicle or on foot, and spend two nights in a unique Star Bed for a truly wild sleep-out experience. Your tented accommodation offers panoramic views over the floodplains, and a raised communal deck lets you watch wildlife without leaving camp.
Day 8: Departure
After a final game drive and breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your flight back to Lusaka. The journey ends, but the memories of Kafue's untamed beauty will stay with you forever.
Please note: This is a seasonal safari. Camps close between 1 May and 30 June, and in November during the rainy season.
Why Kafue National Park?
Spanning over 22,000 km², Kafue National Park is one of Africa's last great wilderness areas. It's home to more than 150 mammal species and over 500 bird species, yet sees far fewer visitors than other safari destinations—making it ideal for those seeking space, solitude, and serious wildlife.
This tour allows you to experience Kafue's diversity by exploring multiple regions: the wooded riverbanks of Central Kafue, the predator-rich wetlands around Fig Tree, and the iconic open plains of Busanga. Each leg of the journey adds a new dimension to your safari, revealing the many faces of this extraordinary park.
Customise Your Kafue Safari
Want to extend your adventure? We offer tailor-made safari options to suit your travel style. Add on a few nights at Victoria Falls for adrenaline activities, or head to South Luangwa for Zambia's best walking safaris. Just let us know what you're looking for—we'll take care of the details.
Plan Your Kafue Safari Today
Contact us to create your ideal itinerary through one of Africa's most underrated safari gems.
Includes
- Two nights at Mukambi Safari Lodge
- Two nights at Fig Tree Bush Camp
- Three nights at Busanga Plains Camp
- Complimentary night in the Star Bed at Fig Tree Bush Camp and Busanga Plains Camp
- All meals
- Twice daily game-viewing activities
- Local beverages
- Inter-camp road transfers
- National Park fees and bed levy
Excludes
- Domestic and international flights
- Items of a personal nature
- Premium beverages
- Gratuities
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