Predominantly walking safaris with some game drives
There is a great sliding scale where bushcamps in Luangwa are concerned from roll-top baths and four-poster beds at one end to reed walls and packed earth floors at the other. Kapamba lies at the former end. Located south of the Mfuwe area in a remote but lovely location on the Kapamba River (a large tributary of the Luangwa), Kapamba has recently had a face-lift with all new interiors. The simple exteriors remain looking west over the sandy river, surrounded by lovely trees. The rooms are positioned side-on so that both the bedrooms and bathrooms (complete with sunken bath) can enjoy the view. Now sporting a novel Maroccan look, the camp has a contemporary, though comfortable and friendly atmosphere.
Kapamba operates in a fairly exclusive area free from other camps so it’s unlikely that you will see much in the way of human beings while here. The wildlife, however, is prolific (although you can never be sure!) and there are frequent lion and leopard sightings. Nearby plains along the riverbank attract plenty of puku, impala, zebra, baboons and warthog. There is an implicit focus on enjoying the details of the bush on foot so if you would rather be out in search of the big game in a vehicle, this is perhaps not for you.
As with other camps in the Luangwa, the wildlife experience is paramount and the guides feature prominently not only in the walks and evening drives, but as hosts to your stay. Affable and knowledgeable, they are among some of the best trained in Africa and, for the most part, are drawn from the local area. While there is plenty to do here, there is also lots of time during the day to relax on the deck with your book or binoculars and just see what happens along.
4 huge permanent stone and thatch chalets
Predominantly walking safaris with some game drives
Includes full board accommodation, scheduled activities, soft drinks, beer, house wines and local spirits, park fees where applicable. Does not include special activities, premium wines, champagne and spirits, gratuities, items of a personal nature.
The Luangwa Valley is probably Zambia's best known wildlife area. As well as having very good all-round game, Luangwa is somewhere that has gained a well deserved reputation for walking safaris, though there is a great deal more to do above and beyond. The park consists of large amounts of woodland; miombo interspersed with grass lands in the north of the park and large stands of mature ebony forming deep shade along the banks of the river. Read more?
Zambia has made a name for itself in the last ten years, as a high quality wildlife destination and one that is particularly good for walking safaris. Intimate (and often rustic) bushcamps, excellent local guides, beautiful riverine scenery and varied game and birdlife are the trademarks of a safari in Zambia. Jump straight to our favourite Zambia experiences. Read more?
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