Nanzhila

Nanzhila Plains and Nanzhila Lake Camp are both located in the southern section of Kafue National Park. Both camps are accessible via road from both Livingstone and Lusaka, or by air.

On daily game drives, visitors have the opportunity to seek out 4 of the Big 5 (lion, leopard, elephant and buffalo), plus you also stand a chance of seeing other special wildlife species such as antelope, cheetah, wild dog, hyena, zebra and warthog.  Big cat sightings are consistent from both camps.

Nanzhila Plains is nestled on the fringes of a vast dambo (seasonal floodplain) and has 5 en-suite chalets all strategically positioned along the treeline to offer unobstructed views of the dambo. Perched on an elevated teak deck, the camp features a spacious thatched lounge and dining area where the ambiance is enriched by the sounds of wildlife. Guests may hear antelopes grazing nearby or the rustling of branches as elephants feed in close proximity.

The focus of Nanzhila Lake Camp is exploring the Southern Kafue wildlife that is found around Lake Itezhi-tezhi and the open floodplains and shorelines around the edges of Lake Itezhi-tezhi make for a stunning wildlife experience, with the the mega herbivores like elephant, buffalo and hippo making frequent appearances. 

The tented chalets at Lake Camp are all situated along the tree line, giving guests an unobstructed view of the floodplain and shoreline ahead which has a constant flow of wildlife. Comfortable beds with mosquito nets are complimented by a large en-suite bathroom and vanity area and expansive covered verandah for midday game viewing.

Rates Include

All meals; drinks; all game viewing activities; Park fees; and a laundry service are included.

Children Policy

General Information For Guests

The chalets are lit with paraffin lamps and hot water comes from donkey boilers. The en-suite facilities include a hot and cold shower, toilet and double basins.

The safari tents have a separate en-suite toilet, double basin and hot and cold shower area. They are also lit by paraffin lamps and the hot water is provided by donkey boilers.

The main lodge is a raised, grass-thatched structure (called an insaka) with a beautiful teak deck. Elevated above the Nangandwe pool, it comprises a lounge and dining area, bar and verandah. An adjoining communal open-air fireplace is a great gathering place in the evening, where stories are exchanged under the stars.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner times are flexible and governed by activities and are served either in the boma or at the adjoining communal fireplace/outdoor dining area.

Activities include game drives, bush walks, visits to waterholes and hides, and sundowners.

There is no mobile phone reception but satellite internet communications and a satellite phone are available for emergencies.

A laundry service is offered covering essential items.

Solar power provides electricity to charge cameras, laptops and phones. It uses a 3 prong round plug point system.

The lodge is accessible via road from both Livingstone via Kalomo and Dundumwezi Gate or from Lusaka via Itezhi-Tezhi and Musa Gate.

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