The park sustains huge
herds of a great diversity of wildlife. From the thousands of red lechwe
on the Plains, the ubiquitous puku, the stately sable and roan antelopes
in the woodland to the diminutive oribi and duiker, waterbuck, herds of
tsessebe, hartebeest, zebra and buffalo make for a full menu of
antelope.
Large prides of lion,
solitary leopards and cheetahs are the prime predators.
There is a host of
smaller carnivores from the side-striped jackal, civet, genet and
various mongoose.
Over 400 species of
birds have been recorded throughout the park.
Price
& Departures on request
Departure Dates
This trip can depart on any day of the week, subject to availability.
Other Information
Accommodation is in fully equipped walk in ‘safari tents’. All
bedding is provided, and the tents are all within easy walking distance
of a purpose built shower and toilet block.
Included are
all park fees and activities detailed, all food whilst on safari
including a three-course dinner each night.
Not included
Transfers to and from the point of departure for the trip, unless pre
arranged by your agent. Transfers to and from the lodge from Lusaka.
Itinerary may change
without notice
Day 1
Travel to Kafue National Park this is roughly a 3 hours drive from the
lodge. Upon arrival, we have lunch and a take the chance to relax before
setting off on for an afternoon’s game drive; here we have a good
chance of seeing the majority of Africa's big game including the popular
predators. Returning to the lodge about 19:30 for a three-course meal
served in the main restaurant overlooking the Kafue River and the banks
of the National Park with the chance of seeing Elephants as they come
for their evenings drink.
Day 2
Today we are in the park twice; rising early we set off about 06:00 for
a morning’s game viewing. This is also a great chance to enjoy one of
Zambia's famous walking safaris, where you learn about the tracks,
smaller animals and also uses of trees etc; whilst it isn’t intended
to see the big game, this does happen and adds to the adventure.
Returning back to the lodge for dinner and a rest during the heat of the
day, before we set off on an afternoons Game Drive. After drinks to
watch the sunset, we have a short night drive on the way back to the
Lodge. Returning back to the camp after sunset for dinner and a welcome
night’s sleep.
Day 3
Another early start for a morning Drive, we then return to the camp and
relax until early afternoon; lounge around the pool; compare stories at
the bar or just sleeping in the tents. The afternoon and early evening
is spent on a river cruise for sunset. This is the opportunity to see
the animals as they drink in the cool of the afternoon, we should be
fortunate enough to see Elephant, Buffalo and the antelopes, also of
course plenty of Hippos and some Crocodiles. After sundowners and a
final view of Africa's spectacular sunsets we return to enjoy our final
nights' meal.
Day 4
After a final morning’s game drive or walk and breakfast, you leave
the lodge and travel back to Lusaka. You should be back in town by about
16:00
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