Category: Remote Safari • Big Cats • Rivers & Floodplains
Destination: Kafue National Park – Central Kafue & Busanga Plains
Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
Safari Style: Remote wilderness lodges & seasonal bush camps
Travel Pace: Unhurried, immersive, and wildlife-focused

WHY THIS SAFARI IS UNIQUE

Kafue National Park is one of Africa’s largest and least-explored protected areas, covering over 22,000 km² of pristine wilderness. Unlike busier safari destinations, Kafue offers true solitude, vast landscapes, and exceptional predator sightings without vehicle congestion.

This journey is uniquely designed to combine:

• The riverine ecosystems of Central Kafue, rich in hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and birdlife
• The Busanga Plains, a seasonal floodplain regarded as one of Africa’s most dramatic wildlife stages, known for lions, cheetahs, leopards, and massive herds of red lechwe

Expect open horizons, cinematic skies, and the rare luxury of being completely alone in nature.

DETAILED DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY

DAY 1: Arrival in Lusaka – Journey into the Wild Kafue

Upon arrival at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (Lusaka), you are met by your professional safari guide.

You’ll either:

• Travel by light aircraft for a scenic aerial view of Zambia’s wilderness, or
• Enjoy a road transfer through rural landscapes and river crossings

Arrive at your riverside safari camp in Central Kafue, beautifully positioned along the Kafue River.

Afternoon Activity:
After lunch and settling in, enjoy a gentle boat safari or sunset river cruise, gliding past pods of hippos, basking crocodiles, and abundant birdlife as the sky turns gold.

• Overnight: Riverside safari camp
• Meals: Lunch & Dinner

DAY 2: River & Plains Exploration – Central Kafue

Wake to the sounds of the African bush and enjoy an early breakfast overlooking the river.

Morning:
Set out on a boat safari along the Kafue River’s channels and lagoons. This peaceful experience offers close encounters with elephants drinking at the riverbank, fish eagles hunting, and vibrant waterbirds.

Afternoon:
After lunch and a rest during the heat of the day, embark on a game drive through open plains and woodlands, searching for:

• Lions and buffalo
• Plains game such as puku, sable, and wildebeest
• Occasional leopard sightings

Return to camp after sunset for dinner around the fire.

• Overnight: Riverside safari camp
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 3: Journey North – Into the Legendary Busanga Plains

After breakfast, depart on a scenic transfer northwards into the remote Busanga Plains, either by road (with wildlife sightings en route) or by light aircraft.

As you enter Busanga, the landscape opens dramatically into flooded grasslands, palm islands, and seasonal waterways—a stark and breathtaking contrast to Central Kafue.

Arrive at your seasonal bush camp, designed to blend seamlessly into the environment.

Afternoon Game Drive:
Your first exploration of the plains introduces you to Busanga’s famous predators, particularly:

• Lions adapted to hunting in open floodplains
• Cheetahs scanning the grasslands
• Large herds of red lechwe
• Overnight: Seasonal plains safari camp
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 4: Busanga Predator Encounters

Spend a full day immersed in one of Zambia’s most wildlife-rich regions.

Morning Game Drive:
Set out early to catch predators at their most active. Guides focus on tracking lion prides, cheetahs, and leopards using fresh spoor and sightings from the previous evening.

Midday:
Return to camp for lunch and relaxation, enjoying the stillness and expansive views.

Afternoon Game Drive:
Explore different areas of the plains, including palm-dotted islands where predators often rest and birds gather.

• Overnight: Seasonal plains safari camp
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 5: Another Day in Busanga – Wildlife & Landscapes

A second full day allows for deeper exploration without rushing.

Activities may include:

• Extended morning game drives
• Focused photography sessions
• Tracking specific predators or large herds

As the light softens in the evening, enjoy a sundowner in the bush, surrounded by endless horizons and the sounds of the plains.

• Overnight: Seasonal plains safari camp
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 6: Return to Central Kafue – A Different Perspective

After breakfast, begin your return journey south to Central Kafue.

The slower pace allows for:

• Wildlife sightings en route
• Stops at seasonal water sources
• Scenic photography

Arrive back at your riverside camp in time for a relaxed afternoon and farewell dinner.

• Overnight: Riverside safari camp
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 7: Departure – Back to Lusaka

Enjoy a final breakfast before transferring back to Lusaka, either by road or light aircraft, in time for onward travel.

• Meals: Breakfast

WHAT’S INCLUDED

✔ All scheduled game drives & boat safaris
✔ Professional English-speaking safari guides
✔ Domestic transfers (road or light aircraft as specified)
✔ Park entrance & conservation fees
✔ Accommodation as listed
✔ All meals during the safari

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED

✘ International flights
✘ Visa fees
✘ Travel & medical insurance
✘ Tips & personal expenses

PRICE ESTIMATE (PER PERSON)

From USD 4,200
(Based on 2 people sharing; subject to season, camp availability, and flight option)

PRECAUTIONS & IMPORTANT NOTES

• Best travel season: June – October (dry season & Busanga access)
• Malaria precautions strongly advised
• Luggage restrictions apply for light aircraft (soft bags recommended)
• This is a remote safari with limited connectivity—ideal for travelers seeking total immersion