2013

DESTINATION

DESTINATION

Zambia

2013

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Contents

3 Foreword

5 Natural wonders, quality resorts and adventure – Zambia has it all

9 National Parks

11 Winning Travel & Tours

11 Mulungushi International Conference Centre

12 Zambia Tourism Board

13 Air Botswana

13 Safari Par Excellence

15 Voyagers

15 Zambezi Jewels

17 Lusaka & Regions

28 Livingstone & Western Provinces

39 Lower Zambezi

42 Luangwa Valley

52 Kafue

56 Lake Kariba

58 Northern & Central Provinces

62 Copperbelt

64 Location Zambia

Contents

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Foreword

It gives me great pleasure to be accorded this

opportunity to write to you, the esteemed reader

of the fifth edition of ‘Destination Zambia’.

I am delighted that this publication comes as a result of the

close partnership between the Tourism Council of Zambia

and the Zambia Tourism Board.

My Ministry will continue to support the efforts of the

private sector in projects such as the publication of

‘Destination Zambia’ in our mutual quest to highlight and

celebrate the beauty and diversity of our country.

Our goal in this particular area is twofold: to show the

diverse experiences that are available to foreign tourists;

and to open up the tourism sector for Zambians to explore

and enjoy the splendour of their own backyard.

‘Destination Zambia’ will no doubt serve to provide just a

taste of what we offer to our target and source markets,

and in those territories where we remain undiscovered

beyond our well-known icon, the Victoria Falls.

I am especially pleased that we have embraced technological

developments and that you, the reader, can read and pass

on an electronic copy of the publication to others online.

I remain confident that ‘Destination Zambia’ will evolve to

offer a complete insight into what awaits you and that it

will be a tool that will assist you in making that very correct

decision to make Zambia your next holiday destination.

My vision is to push Zambia’s visibility within the sub-region and

internationally to become one of the world’s most preferred

tourist destinations leveraging on Victoria Falls, the country’s

abundant wildlife resource in our twenty two (22) national

game parks, the culture and smiles of Zambian people and the

synergy to be achieved from sub-regional partnerships.

It has been a great year for Zambia, with our fantastic

national football team, the Chipolopolo (Copper Bullets),

winning the Africa Cup of Nations tournament. I am sure

that 2013 will be equally momentous as Zambia and

Zimbabwe co-hosts the United Nations World Tourism

Organisation (UNWTO) General Assembly. A truly Zambian

welcome awaits you.

Honourable Sylvia Masebo, MP Minister of Tourism and Arts

A truly Zambian welcome awaits you

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Introduction

When it comes to natural wonders and adventure - Zambia has it all

Zambia represents all that is best about sub-

Saharan Africa, with big skies, wide-open

spaces, far horizons, uncrowded roads and

spectacular wildlife viewing that can rarely be

bettered. Amazingly, in spite of its many attractions,

this is still a country that is waiting to be discovered.

Yet Zambia is home to Africa’s most spectacular natural

wonder, the Victoria Falls, where the water spills over at a

peak rate of 3,000 cubic metres per second as the mighty

River Zambezi heads for the Indian Ocean. There is nothing

quite like it anywhere else on earth and no visit to Zambia

would be complete without a trip to view the falls.

As Zambia’s gateway to the falls, the town of Livingstone

is very much the nation’s tourism capital and a destination

in its own right, with a range of fun-filled activities, from

helicopter rides to sundowner cruises and from white water

rafting to journeys by steam train.

Impressive

Zambia’s game parks are as impressive as they are varied.

Some, such as South Luangwa, are regarded as among the

best in Africa; others are hardly known, even in Zambia,

and little visited. Yet for those who want something

unusual and off the beaten track, these parks are worth

seeking out for the chance to view wildlife in a truly

pristine environment.

Ideally, tourists should visit more than one park in order

to fully appreciate what Zambia has to offer. This could

involve mixing a vast high-veld park such as Kafue with a

low-veld area like South Luangwa or the Lower Zambezi

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so visitors can expect a real mix of customs and festivals.

Some of these are difficult to pin down in terms of calendar

dates because they take place in rural and sometimes inac-

cessible areas and do not exist for the benefit of tourists.

But, given the opportunity, they are well worth the time and

trouble – and visitors are always welcome.

Eye-catching

The most eye-catching of these festivals is Kuomboka, at

the end of the rainy season, as the Lozi king is paddled by

barge, complete with a replica black elephant, from Lealui

to his dry season residence on higher ground at Limulunga.

There is also the Kazanga festival of music and dance, which

has been held by the Nkoya people for over 500 years.

Beachside setting

Zambia may be landlocked, but Lake Kariba provides a

beachside setting, with good hotels and plenty of activities

on the water. There are even lake cruises on board the

‘Southern Belle’.

Lastly, a word about Lusaka. Often overlooked by visitors,

the unhurried, tree-lined capital of Zambia now has a superb

assortment of hotels and the infrastructure to host interna-

tional conferences and exhibitions. Lusaka also offers great

shopping and a growing selection of good places to eat.

with its classy riverside camps and lodges, canoeing and

exhilarating tigerfish.

Then there is the overall quality of accommodation in

camps and lodges with top levels of service and food. To

this must be added the high standard of safari guides.

Zambian guides are among the best trained and most

knowledgeable in Africa and visitors rarely have a question

that a guide cannot answer.

Zambian culture

Over and above the attractions of the nation’s wildlife

parks is Zambia’s own culture. This is a nation with over

70 tribes and a similar number of languages and dialects,

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Zambia has 19 national parks and 34 game

management areas (GMAs). Together, they

cover a truly remarkable 30 per cent of the

country’s total land area of 752,614 sq km.

National parks and associated GMAs are dotted

throughout the country, but getting to and from these

often remote areas can be difficult. South Luangwa (year-

round via Mfuwe) and Lower Zambezi (seasonal to both

Jeki and Royal airstrips) are the only major parks with a

direct scheduled air link, while others are served by charter

flights or are best reached overland.

Today, Kafue National Park, the largest, covering about

22,000 sq km, is easily accessible by way of an all-weather

road from Lusaka. As Zambia’s road network continues

to improve – which it has over the past few years – then

reaching some of these parks will become easier.

Broadly, the national parks fall into three categories: low

veld (such as North/South Luangwa and Lower Zambezi);

high veld (Kafue); and floodplain (Blue Lagoon, Lochinvar

and Bangweulu). Each park has its wildlife attractions. It’s

important to visit more than one park, because certain

animals – especially the various antelope species – have

adapted to life in varying climatic conditions.

The Zambia Tourism Board and the Zambia Wildlife

Authority (ZAWA) are keen that visitors – and investors

– should look beyond the better-known parks. There has

been some success, as evidenced by the growing popularity

of alternatives such as Kafue and Kasanka.

Perhaps surprisingly and disappointingly, some of the 19

parks are rarely visited. Lukusuzi in the east and West

Lunga are two examples. But with only limited access, no

overnight facilities, few recognisable tracks for vehicles to

follow and little more than a ZAWA ranger at the main

gate, these are likely to remain comparatively inaccessible

in the foreseeable future. Nevertheless, these off-the-

beaten-track parks still have potential for further long-term

development.

National parks offer so much variety of wildlife

National Parks

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Winning Travel & Tours Zambia (WTT Zambia)

is a leading inbound tour operator, travel

agency and car hire company offering a wide

choice of exciting tourism opportunities.

Zambia offers many exciting tourism opportunities and

Winning Travel & Tours Zambia is ideally suited to a highly

professional yet a very Zambian welcome and travel service.

The Mulungushi International Conference Centre

(MICC) is Zambia’s leading conference facility,

with an impressive portfolio of purpose-

built venues for conferences, exhibitions, training

meetings and functions such as weddings.

In all there are 21 conference rooms of various sizes and

configurations. The largest is the 3,000-seat main hall,

which includes a press gallery.

Flexible

All rooms have a flexible layout and can be set out in

boardroom, horseshoe, workshop, theatre or classroom style.

They are equipped with public address systems, microphones

and high-speed wi-fi as well as more traditional facilities.

A great welcome to Zambia

Centre of attention in Lusaka

WTT Zambia has a fleet of first-class vehicles to move

guests around Livingstone and within Zambia. Its daily

tours to the Victoria Falls allow guests to experience a real

wonder of the world, while its village tours allow guests to

discover for themselves the homestead of the Chief of Living-

stone, and a genuine working village originally founded in

the 13th century. The company’s staff are all experts in their

field, but are also enthusiastic about what they do.

Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park

In addition daily game safaris are offered in open vehicles

in the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park. As well as tours

and safaris the company can organise airport transfers,

helicopter and microflight flights, group and incentive

travel, pre-and post conference tours, meet and greet

services, white water rafting and elephant ride, lion walk

and cheetah interaction. Whatever option is chosen, WTT

always makes sure it’s the best within its category.

The centre provides a total event management service

for conferences and meetings of all types as well as for

product launches, corporate hospitality and sponsorship

events. There is also a well stocked bar and a restaurant

serving traditional Zambian meals.

The foyers are a perfect setting for welcoming guests and

will enhance the impact of any event. Both the New and Old

Wing foyers are spacious and easily tailored to suit any needs.

Located close to the airport, government offices and

the city centre, the MICC is within easy reach of most of

Lusaka’s best hotels and malls.

Winning Travel & Tours

Mulungushi International Conference Centre

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Zambia Tourism Board (ZTB) was established

through an Act of Parliament in 2007 with a

mandate to promote and market Zambia as a

tourist destination both nationally and internation-

ally. In implementing its mandate, the ZTB works

closely and in partnership with both the public and

private sectors.

Zambia is the land of the legendary Victoria Falls, the wild

Zambezi River, breathtaking falls, lakes and wetlands, a

profusion of birds, abundant wildlife, and raw, pulsating

wilderness. The hugely diverse and rich cultural heritage

The land of legends and adventure

is reflected in the warm, welcoming and friendly people.

Zambia is also increasingly becoming a popular incentive

and conference destination.

With a wide range of adrenalin-fuelled activities available,

Zambia is fast becoming a popular destination for

adventure lovers. River rafting, bungee-jumping into the

deep gorge below the Victoria Falls, abseiling, canoe safaris

down the Zambezi, river surfing and excellent tiger fishing

are all on offer to travellers seeking a combination of a

several activities in one destination.

Attractions

The official Zambia tourism website – www.zambiatourism.

com – provides comprehensive information on all the attrac-

tions in this beautiful African country. Anyone planning a visit

will be pleased to find so much information on what to see

and do, culinary art by both indigenous and exotic restaurants,

natural heritage and shops. The website also has in-depth infor-

mation on many other aspects of tourism in Zambia.

Visitors can also find wildlife and birdlife check lists on the

website in order to keep track of sightings, as well as a

detailed synopsis on different safari experiences.

Potential travellers to Zambia are all invited to visit the

website and use it as a virtual tool for planning the holiday

of a lifetime.

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Air Botswana was established in 1972 and has become

a popular carrier throughout Africa. Based at Sir

Seretse Khama International Airport, it has a network

of domestic routes linking Botswana with South Africa,

Zambia, Zimbabwe, Malawi and Kenya.

The carrier operates and maintains a modern fleet

including three ATR 42-500 and two ATR 72-500

Whether it’s lodge accommodation on the

Zambezi River, extreme sports in the Victoria

Falls region or a relaxing sunset cruise, the

adventure specialist Safari Par Excellence (better

known as Safpar) has options to suit everyone, from

budget to deluxe travellers.

Safari Par Excellence offers an impressive range of activity

options in Livingstone, many based around Victoria Falls.

White water rafting and riverboarding are offered on

the Zambezi River, below the falls in the majestic Batoka

Gorge, heralded as the best one-day rafting in the world.

Safpar has a choice of three different sunset cruises; the lively

Makumbi and the small and more intimate Mambushi based

at the Zambezi Waterfront and the five-star luxury of Lady

Livingstone based at David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa.

Popular carrier, great service

Speacialists in adventure

turboprop aircraft one BAE 146 jet and two recently

acquired Avro RJ jets. With its extensive facilities and

technical expertise, Air Botswana keeps its own aircraft fully

maintained as well as offering maintenance services to other

carriers in southern and eastern Africa. Air Botswana provides

services between Gaborone and Lusaka. The service operates

three direct flights every week.

Reputation

With a well established reputation for quality services, Air

Botswana has its eye on the future. With the help of the

Civil Aviation Authority of Botswana and with the support

of the government, the airline is energetically upgrading

its aviation capacity. In addition, regular travellers can now

benefit from a Frequent Flyer programme.

Air Botswana gives its full support to national development

and the all-important tourism industry and its flights are timed

to meet the needs of the business and tourism market.

For wildlife options, Safpar offer game drives in Mosi-oa-

Tunya National Park, day trips to Chobe in Botswana as

well as riding an elephant or walking and interacting with

lions. Safpar offers cultural and historical tours of Living-

stone as well as guided and informative trips around the

Victoria Falls themselves. All other activities in the region

can be booked through Safpar including bungee jumping,

helicopter flights, Livingstone Island and many more.

Safari Par Excellence also has four properties in Livingstone,

the four-star David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa and

Thorntree River Lodge, plus Zambezi Waterfront and The

Bushfront. Safpar also take care of airport transfers.

Air Botswana

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Voyagers offer a choice of luxury safari packages,

allowing visitors to experience Zambia in great

style and comfort. The company has combined

the most outstanding destinations in Zambia with

opulent accommodation offering exceptional

standards of comfort. The beautiful settings have been

carefully chosen to ensure a truly memorable safari.

From romantic honeymoons to adventurous walking safaris,

the company has a wealth of fi rst-hand knowledge with

which to create a magical once-in-a-lifetime vacation.

Zambezi Jewels has three exclusive shops in

Zambia, each with a dazzling display that

entices visitors to share in the beauty of these

exquisite handcrafted gems.

Each original and elegant piece of jewellery is a perfect

lasting memory of Africa, created using precious and semi-

precious gemstones set in silver and gold.

Collections

The company designs and makes exclusive chains,

earrings, wedding and other rings, pendants, necklaces

and bracelets, all refl ecting the romance and grandeur

The start of a Zambian adventure

Creating African art and jewellery of distinction

Voyagers provides a service that is not only convenient, safe

and tailored to suit individual requests but has also been

inspired by people who know Zambia better than most.

Adventure

In addition there are cultural visits to villages, markets

and schools as well as city tours. Guests can take a trip

to Lusaka or visit Livingstone and see the breathtaking

Victoria Falls. Those looking for an entirely new experience

can discover the beauty of a green-season safari or a

memorable walking safari.

Voyagers also represent Europcar in Zambia, which

provides an impressive fl eet of vehicles and offers the

convenience of a professional chauffeur service or the

freedom of a self-drive holiday.

of Africa. Each of these distinctive pieces has a cultural

meaning attached and can be personally designed using

individual birthstones.

Shops

There are two shops in Livingstone, one is situated at the

Livingstone International Airport and the other is located

on Mosi-oa-Tuinya Road (the main road to Victoria Falls).

The third on shop is in Lusaka, on Kabelenga Road.

In addition to jewellery, each shop offers a selection of

local curios and artefacts.

Voyagers

Zambezi Jewels

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Lusaka & Regions

Lusaka is a delight: a city of surprises, all of them

good; a mix of the old and the new, still with

hints of colonial Africa; but a symbol of the

dynamic nation that Zambia has become in the past

few years.

Compared with the bustle of many other African cities,

Lusaka has a relaxed atmosphere in which the presence

of people is not overwhelming. This is a city where it is

still easy to get around; where the standard of driving

is comparatively orderly; where common courtesies are

observed; and where the inhabitants still have time to

share a friendly conversation.

This is best illustrated by a trip into town from Kenneth

Kaunda International Airport along the Great East Road,

a thoroughfare that is mostly deserted, with only the odd

charcoal-laden bicycle on the highway and countryside on

both sides.

This is a city with a population of 1.7 million, yet somehow

it seems uncrowded. While there is some traffic congestion

at the intersection close to the Manda Hill Shopping

Complex, jams are not a feature of everyday life and

journeys do not have to be planned to take account of

expected hold-ups.

Relaxed

The city’s broad, tree-lined avenues provide Lusaka with

a relaxed, almost provincial air. Many of the city’s finest

buildings are located in this central area, while those across

the railway line on, for example, the popular Cairo Road,

tend to date from the 1960s and 1970s.

Lusaka has been transformed by the success of Zambia’s

economy. A good example can be found in the city’s

impressive Arcades and Manda Hill shopping malls. In fact,

Manda Hill has been enlarged and revamped since it first

opened. The two malls, within a few hundred metres of

each other on Great East Road, represent a new Zambia

characterised by smart restaurants, trendy coffee shops

and designer-name stores.

Relaxed city with great hotels and shopping

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Zambia’s outstanding natural wonders. This is a pity, as

Lusaka is certainly worth a day or two of anyone’s time.

Blue Lagoon National Park

The Blue Lagoon National Park is a new kid on the block.

Previously controlled by the Ministry of Defence, it was

closed to the public. Now, the 500 sq km park has been

transferred to the Zambia Wildlife Authority (ZAWA) and is

waiting to be discovered.

Blue Lagoon is only a 120 km drive from Lusaka, making it an

ideal day visit from the nation’s capital or an easy weekend

getaway; yet the park is almost untouched by tourism.

The area was originally a colonial farm and the farmhouse

is now used as the park’s reception. Nearby are four

cottages which serve as the Blue Lagoon’s only fixed

accommodation. There is also a campsite.

On Blue Lagoon’s vast floodplains there are herds of kafue lechwe,

sitatunga (whose aquatic tendencies are ideal for this terrain),

zebra and a few buffalo. In addition, Blue Lagoon, like nearby

Lochinvar National Park, is home to an amazing variety of birdlife.

Lochinvar National Park

Located off the main Lusaka-Livingstone highway, the

428 sq km Lochinvar National Park is one of Africa’s finest

What’s on offer at the two malls is still beyond the budget

of many ordinary Zambians; yet they are an example of the

nation’s growing affluence as copper exports and internal

economic reforms continue to make a positive impact on

people’s lives.

There is a limited range of things to see – the Lusaka

National Museum, the cultural village, the zoo and the

botanical gardens – but sometimes just being in Lusaka

is enough.

Brands

Visitors can choose from a range of quality hotels,

matching those on offer elsewhere in Africa, with a mix

of international brands such as InterContinental, Southern

Sun, Taj and Protea plus a selection of home-grown

properties in the mid to lower categories.

Lusaka is an ideal stopover for those heading to South

Luangwa, Kafue (by road) and Lower Zambezi and also

for some of the less visited parks in the north. Zambia’s

fast-improving road network is centred on Lusaka and the

highways are good, with surprisingly little traffic. Journey

times by road are being reduced, but distances are vast in

Zambia and flying is often the best option.

While foreign visitors will no doubt be impressed by

Lusaka, the city is often bypassed in the rush to see

Additional InformationActivities: Manda Hill; Arcades (shopping malls), Kabwata Cultural Village

Airports: Lusaka International Airport (LUN)

Best time to visit: All year round

Major attractions: Soweto Market, The Anglican Cathedral, Henry Tayali Gallery, Munda Wanga Environmental Park

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Lusaka & Regions

wetland areas. This former cattle ranch has been a national

park since 1972.

The park is famous for its birdlife, with over 400 recorded

species, as well as for its populations of antelope such

as sitatunga, oribi, the endemic kafue lechwe, bushbuck

and waterbuck. In addition, zebra, wildebeest, kudu and

buffalo can be found here.

During the wet season, the park is mostly flooded grassland.

Herds of antelope move around the park throughout the

year as the water rises and then subsides. The park straddles

two ecoregions, with woodland in the south and the flood-

plains (and important Ramsar site) in the north.

With only buffalo to worry about, this park is ideal for walking

safaris. At certain times of the year, a makoro canoe is another

way of viewing game as well as the park’s impressive number

and variety of waterfowl – the highest in Zambia.

In addition to game viewing, the park has hot springs and

is home to the Iron Age village of Sibanze Hill.

Lilayi Elephant Nursery

As its name suggests, the Lilayi Elephant Nursery takes care of

abandoned elephant calves, often the tragic victims of poaching

and human conflict. Less than two years old, the calves are highly

vulnerable and dependent on their mothers. Many do not survive

without intricate care and nutrient-rich milk.

This loving care is provided by Game Rangers International,

a Zambian non-profit organisation supported by the David

Shepherd Wildlife Foundation, working closely with the

Zambian Wildlife Authority. A team of locally employed,

trained keepers watch and care for the calves 24 hours

a day, whether out for their daily walks or sitting close

by their boma at night. The young elephants to learn to

overcome the tragic loss of their family as they browse,

play and bath together in a natural environment.

The Lilayi Resort & Game Reserve provides this natural

environment where the young and vulnerable elephant

calves can learn to survive. Located just 20 minutes from

the centre of Lusaka, the resort is undergoing a major

renovation so that visitors can go and relax for a weekend

or a week-long break as well as taking long walks among

the abundant game.

There are plans for a new boma for the orphan elephants

and a visitors’ centre where lectures and educational

literature will be readily available.

ChamiNukaPO Box 35370, Lusaka Tel: +260 211 213 303/5, 254 140/6 Fax: +260 211 254 190 Email: information@chaminuka.com www.chaminuka.com

Originally established in the 1970s as a private retreat, Chaminuka is a luxurious 30-suite lodge.

Set in the heart of Zambia’s largest private nature reserve with 4,000 hectares of untouched land, the reserve boasts a wealth of more than 300 species of birds and some 72 species of wildlife. Inspired by an African village, each of the air conditioned suites is decorated in a fusion of contemporary

and traditional themes and comes with an en-suite bathroom.

The lodge offers an array of activities including morning and afternoon game drives, bush walks, horseback safaris, fishing, tour of the cheese factory, tennis or snooker. There is also a pool, Jacuzzi and sauna.

ChRismaR LusakaPO Box 31407, Lusaka Tel: +260 211 253 036, Fax: +260 211 252 569 Email: relations@chrismarhotels.com www.chrismarhotels.com

Chrismar Hotel offers double, twin, and deluxe executive rooms. All rooms are air conditioned with en-suite bathrooms, Jacuzzi tubs and shower, tea and coffee facilities, and multi choice TV. There is a beautiful swimming pool in a tranquil garden setting.

Chrismar Hotel is the ideal venue for meetings and conferences. There is a 150 seat main conference hall and two other conference halls that can accommodate 45 persons each.

The hotel offers a bar lounge and Cattleman’s Grill, an outdoor à la carte restaurant braai, resembling a typical game lodge eatery. The hotel also has a gym with its own masseuse, and holds aerobics and spinning classes.

In the hotel grounds, there is an artificial rock garden, a pond, and a Chinese bridge. The hotel offers free parking and 24 hour security.

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GARdEN housE hotELDunduza Chisidza Crescent, Longacres PO Box 30815, Lusaka Tel: +260 211 213 004 Fax: +260 211 251 760 Email: gardengroup,@zamtelzm www.gardengroupzambia.com

Guests can enjoy an out-of-town atmosphere only a few minutes from the city centre at the Garden House, located just 6 km west of Lusaka along Mongu Road. The hotel has 50 double rooms, each en-suite with a shower or bathtub. Facilities include a cocktail bar and terrace convenient to the bedroom wing. There is a swimming pool for recreation. The

large and friendly restaurant offers a wide choice of dishes.

There are six inter-joining conference rooms and a large hall with accommodation for up to 140 people which can also be used for wedding receptions. Considerable attention has been given to the decor, which is high-lighted by a range of African art.

Lusaka & Regions

GoLdEN PEACoCk hotEL

Landmark in LusakaThe Golden Peacock Hotel is located in the Roma area of Lusaka next to the Arcades Shopping Mall. It is a 20-minute drive from Lusaka International airport and 20 minutes drive from the inter-city bus station. The hotel has become an attractive landmark building in Lusaka.

The hotel consists of four buildings with a total area of some 14,000 square metres. The Golden Peacock was designed as a five-star hotel with all kinds facilities including guest rooms, Chinese/Western restaurants, conference rooms, gym, swimming pool, multi-function room and bar.

There are 146 guest rooms, including 46 senior single rooms, 91 senior standard rooms, six Chinese-style deluxe suites and three presidential suites.

The large restaurant incorporates three different designs: a Western-style dining room, a Chinese dining room and a luxury catering dining room. In addition the hotel is able to cater for a range of events, from large-scale cocktail parties to small banquets.

There is a large outdoor terrace on the second floor of the main building, which is able to host cocktail parties for up to 200 guests.

Plot 174, Kansangula Road, Roma Area, Lusaka Tel: +260 211 296 666 Tel: +260 211 296 688

GoLdEN BRIdGE hotELPlot No 8018a, Great East Road, Lusaka Tel: +260 211 239 333 Fax: +260 211 227 222 Email: reservations@goldenbridgezambia.com www.goldenbridgezambia.com

The wide range of accommodation at Golden Bridge includes two presidential suites, 18 deluxe rooms, 19 executive rooms, 40 standard twins and 14 standard doubles.

The standard rooms and standard twin rooms are comfortable with spacious bathrooms. The deluxe and executive rooms also have a lounge and roomy kitchenette-style coffee-making area, a charming view and an

in-room laptop. The two presidential suites have additional space and an ultra-modern bathroom incorporating a jacuzzi, TV and hi-fi.

The restaurant is in keeping with Chinese tradition, with private dining rooms available for a more intimate or exclusive dinner.

Golden Bridge Hotel is also a conference and function venue.

CREstA GoLfvIEw hotEL10247 Great East Road, Chudleigh PO Box 38929, Lusaka Tel: +260 211 290 770 Fax: +260 211 292 049 Email: reservations@crestahotels.com www.crestahotels.com

Located within easy reach of the city centre, Cresta Golfview Hotel is located next to the Chainama Golf Club, close to Lusaka Airport.

Golfview is ideal for business or relaxation and offers well-appointed rooms as well as a tropical themed swimming pool and a popular restaurant (serving both Western and Zambian cuisine) and bar. The hotel has 78

air conditioned bedrooms. All rooms are WiFi enabled and have tea/coffee making facilities.

There is an adjoining convention centre offering four fully equipped conference facilities and two executive boardrooms plus a full service business centre.

Manda Hill and Arcades shopping centres are just five minutes’ drive from the hotel.

kAfuE RoAd GARdEN hotELKafue Road, Lusaka Tel: +260 211 278 747 Fax: +260 211 251 760 Email: gardengroup,@zamtelzm www.gardengroupzambia.com

The Kafue Road Garden Hotel is located in Lusaka just off the Kafue Road opposite the Castle Shopping Centre.

It is an ideal location for both the business traveller and the conferencing/workshop sector with facilities for up to 120 people available. Set in attractive gardens, the hotel

boasts 22 spacious en-suite rooms all with DSTV.

The stylish restaurant provides both à la carte and buffet options and the well-stocked bar spreads into a spacious verandah offering a great relaxation venue as well as DSTV and a pool table.

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LEChwE LodGEPO Box 37940, Lusaka Tel: +260 211 212 578 Cell: +260 95 704 803 Fax +260 32 35707 Email: kflechwe@zamnet.zm www.lechwelodge.com

Lechwe Lodge is a quiet retreat set in the heart of an attractive and varied game farm on the banks of the Kafue river, just an hour from Lusaka. It comprises a picturesque group of traditional thatched buildings set in large landscaped grounds surrounded by acacia woodland and overlooking the Kafue floodplain. Four thatched rondavels can be

used as single, twin or double rooms. Each has en-suite shower and WC, mosquito nets and its own thatched summer house. For families, there are two larger chalets. Each consists of two twin or double bedrooms, both en-suite. The larger of the two chalets also has a central private sitting room and patio.

LILAyI LodGEPO Box 30093, Lusaka Tel: +260 211 840 435; 840 436 Cell: +260 0955 045 883; 0955 045 887; 0955 84667 Email: marketing @zamsaf.co.zm; lilayiadmin@zamsaf.co.zm; www.lilayi.com

Set in an attractive 700 hectare game ranch with elephant orphanage only 20 minutes from Lusaka, Lilayi Lodge is renowned for its good food and comfortable accommodation.

The Lodge is designed in traditional style with thatched chalets, one of which accom-modates the lounge, bar, dining area and

modern kitchen – ideal for families. There are 12 chalets each with bathroom, posture-paedic mattresses and mosquito proofed. Local materials have been used – burnt handmade bricks, thatched roofing and Mukwa joinery and flooring. Conference facilities include the Boardroom for 15 persons and the Conference Room for groups up to 150.

INtERCoNtINENtAL LusAkA

A touch of elegance The InterContinental Lusaka is the perfect choice for leisure and business travellers looking for a touch of elegance and class. Situated in the diplomatic and government area of Lusaka and close to the commercial centre, InterContinental Lusaka offers an ideal five-star location for international travellers.

A choice of Lusaka’s leading restaurants are found within the hotel, offering a wide selection of international cuisine. The relaxing and chilled Safari Bar is ideal for pre- or post-dinner drinks where guests can choose from an extensive cocktail and drinks menu. Throughout the day Rhythms café is open, serving coffees and sweet treats. The hotel also has an extensive health club and a 24-hour business centre.

The hotel has nine meeting rooms suitable for a range of events, from large conferences to private business meetings. The largest room has a capacity of 700 in reception style and the smallest can accommodate 20 people in banquet style.

The property benefits from having Lusaka’s largest conference room and ballroom, the perfect venue for any number of functions, weddings and dinner parties. Those hosting an event will be impressed by the versatile creativity and attractive conference packages available, all of which aim to turn any event into a successful and unforgettable experience.

The hotel and its staff constantly strive to create a home-away-from-home atmosphere, somewhere that travellers will want to visit time and time again.

PO Box 32201, Lusaka Tel: +260 211 250 000 Fax: +260 211 251 880 Email: reservations.iclusaka@ihg.com

www.intercontinental.com

LusAkA hotELCairo Road PO Box 30044, Lusaka Tel: +260 211 229 049 Fax: +260 211 226 978 Email: lushotel@zamnet.zm www.lusakahotel.com

The Lusaka Hotel, established in 1926, has the distinction of being the city’s oldest. It is situated in the central business district with easy access to shops. There are 80 air conditioned rooms, all with en-suite facilities, telephone, TV and mosquito protection.

The hotel has indoor and outdoor restau-rants as well as a lounge and bar. Il Bambino

Restaurant caters for up to 80 diners and serves Continental and traditional Zambian cuisine, while the poolside restaurant, The Terrace, can seat up to 50 people.

The Terrace offers a coffee shop menu as well as serving grilled dishes. The hotel also offers an outside catering service for up to 250 people.

MuLuNGushI vILLAGEPO Box 37157, Lusaka 10101 Tel: +260 211 291 416/292 629 Fax: +260 211 290 830 Email: mvc@zamnet.zm www.mulungushivillage.com

Mulungushi Village is ideal for long or short-term stays in Lusaka. Located in the leafy suburbs of Lusaka, this tranquil 45 hectare private estate has villas and apartments for long or short-term rental as well as a hotel and resort with conference facilities.

Mulungushi Village is just 7 km from the city centre and provides a secure and friendly environment for residents. The village has 89

furnished four-bedroom villas, 16 furnished apartments and seven hotel rooms as well as a conference room for seminars, workshops, weddings, receptions and parties.

Other facilities include a restaurant with a lounge and bar, two tennis courts, two squash courts and a swimming pool.

http://www.tajhotels.com

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NdEkE hotELDunduza Chisidza Crescent, Longacres PO Box 30815, Lusaka Tel: +260 211 251 734 Fax: +260 211 251 760 Email: gardengroup,@zamtelzm www.gardengroupzambia.com

The Ndeke Hotel, situated at Longacres, can fairly claim to be Lusaka’s premier family hotel. It boasts 40 double en-suite bedrooms, two family rooms and four singles, all with television and telephones.

Meals are varied, with à la carte and two buffet lunches throughout the week. The open-air courtyard atmosphere is a pleasant

feature with an elegant bar, a terraced extension to the restaurant and an avocado tree by the swimming pool.

The hotel also provides conference facilities in quiet and comfortable surroundings.

The Ndeke Hotel is part of the Garden Group of Hotels.

MwIZA CoRPoRAtE LodGEPO Box 32359, Lusaka Tel: +260 211 290 352 Fax: +260 211 292 553 Email: mwizalodge@zamtel.zm, executive@iconnect.zm www.mwiza-lodge.com

Mwiza Corporate Lodge is set in the quiet Lusaka suburb of Chudleigh, 15 km from Lusaka International Airport. The lodge offers top quality personal service with typical Zambian hospitality and warmth. It is perfectly equipped for the discerning business traveller.

Accommodation consists of 25 luxurious rooms, presidential, exclusive and standard, all with climate control and en-suite bathrooms. All rooms come with an interac-tive entertainment system offering M-Net, satellite TV, dual DVD and video, as well as direct dial telephones, minibar and tea and coffee facilities.

NoMAd’s CouRtOff Alick Nkhata Road PO Box 34474, Lusaka Tel: +260 955 958 112/3 Email: info@nomadscourtzambia.com nomadscourtzambia.com

The new and exciting Nomad’s Court consists of 19 open-plan, self catering apartments for a stylish place to stay in Lusaka. The one and two bedroom apartments can accommodate up to five people at no extra cost.

A strong eye for detail gives a ‘nomad’ theme to these plush apartments. Each one is named after a different country and each country is reflected through colour, decor and carefully selected furnishings.

In addition, the conferencing facility hosts up to 55 delegates. With well thought-out packages, Nomad’s Court comes with high quality amenities as standard. To offer flex-ibility, the venue can be booked for half a day or multiple days.

Other facilities include climate control, well-equipped kitchens, on-site restaurant for breakfast, free internet access, satellite TV, minibar, laundry service, daily maid service and a swimming pool.

In addition there is ample parking with 24-hour security.

Airport transfers are also available.

PALMwood LodGE609 Central Street, Chudleigh, Lusaka Tel: +260 (0) 211 290 544; 295 411 Cell: +260 (0) 955 750 356; 977 521 123 Email: lodgemanager@palmwoodlodge.co.zm www.palmwoodlodge.co.zm

Palmwood Lodge in Lusaka is an extensive property with beautifully landscaped gardens and lush manicured lawns. An array of flowers, plants and trees create a peaceful and tranquil retreat. Palmwood also has a restaurant and conferencing facility

Palmwood Lodge caters for the business traveller, tourists and families, whilst also being the perfect venue for events such as corporate functions and family gatherings.

Accommodation includes a main lodge, cottage and various motel style units cleverly spaced out around the lodge grounds. The main lodge houses the reception area and a variety of rooms, including doubles and executive doubles.

Access to the executive lounge, various board rooms and the main conference hall is also from the lodge which is near the restaurant, bar and pool. The secluded swimming pool is near the restaurant and bar.

The cottage is set on its own but close to the main lodge and reception area and perfect for a family or group.

Additional facilities include a well-equipped gym and a games room.

PRotEA hotEL CAIRo RoAdCairo Road, Lusaka Tel: +260 211 238 360 Fax: +260 211 238 317 Email: reservations@phcairoroad.co.zm www.proteahotels.com/cairoroad

Protea Hotel Cairo Road located in Lusaka’s central business district only 30 km from the international airport and close to Arcades Shopping and Entertainment Complex and the National Museum.

Business and leisure travellers will find Protea Hotel Cairo Road ideal for all require-ments offering 75 spacious rooms with air conditioning, tea/coffee-making facilities, electronic safes and electronic door locks, telephone and DSTV.

The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and the bar is open until 10 pm daily.

Conference facilities comprise three boardrooms and two conference rooms seating 40 delegates each or combined to seat 80.

Free wireless internet access is available throughout the hotel.

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PIoNEER CAMPc/o PO Box 282, Private Bag E10, Lusaka Tel: +260 96 432 700 Email: mail@pioneercampzambia.com www.pioneercampzambia.com

Pioneer Camp, Lusaka is set within 25 acres of miombo woodland. The property is surpris-ingly good for birds.

At the centre of Pioneer Camp is the open thatched bar/restaurant or ‘Chitenge’. This is the place to exchange tales of adventure with fellow travellers. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served here. Only 14 km from the airport or the Arcades and Manda Hill shopping malls, Pioneer is an oasis out of

town, the ideal place to use at the beginning, in between or at the end of a safari.

All en-suite chalets have verandas with lovely woodland views. They are just a minute’s walk from the main camp and offer a high level of privacy.

RAdIssoN BLu hotEL19029 Great East Road PO Box 35807, Lusaka Tel.: +260 211 368 900 Fax: +260 211 368 949 Email: info.lusaka@radissonblu.com www.radissonblu.com

Opened in September 2012 and enjoying a prime setting on the Great East Road, the Radisson Blu Hotel is close to the Mulungushi International Conference Centre and Lusaka’s main shopping malls.

The hotel’s 142 rooms and suites offer a harmonious combination of classic elegance and ultra-modern amenities. The hotel’s

restaurant serves a diverse range of tasty international dishes in a stylish indoor/outdoor setting. Numerous meeting rooms vary in size and offer great flexibility. A spacious ballroom and a versatile pre-function area round out the facilities. All rooms feature the latest audiovisual equipment, air conditioning and free high-speed wireless Internet access.

PRotEA hotEL LusAkAArcades Shopping & Entertainment Complex Lusaka Tel: +260 211 254 664 Fax: +260 211 254 606 Email: reservations@phlusaka.co.zm www.proteahotels.com/lusaka

Ideally situated within the vibrant and bustling Arcades Shopping and Entertainment Complex with a range of up-market shops, lively bars, excellent restaurants as well as a cinema, casino and night club on its doorstep.

Also, only 500 metres from the University of Zambia and opposite to the Mulungushi International Conference Centre, the hotel provides a convenient location for both business and leisure travellers.

Protea Hotel Lusaka offers 100 spacious bedrooms, a restaurant, a bar, a splash pool and two conference venues accommodating 40 delegates each or combined to seat 100 as well as free wireless internet access throughout the hotel.

sANdy’s LodGE31/32 Farm 4300, Kafue Road, Lilayi PO Box 31407, Lusaka Tel: +260 211 278 116 Fax: +260 211 278 224 Cell: +260 966 916 259 Email: info@sandyscreations.net www.sandyscreations.net

Established in 2005, Sandy’s Creations (SC) is a family owned Zambian business located in the heart of Lusaka. The lodge is ideal for a romantic honeymoon, a prestigious executive event, a conference, a wedding or just to relax for the weekend.

There are 44 stylish ethnic-designed guest

chalets, including double rooms and luxurious business class rooms.

In terms of facilities there are two restaurants, a large swimming pool (with separate kid’s pool), and a state-of-the-art conference centre. Wireless high-speed Internet is also available throughout the complex.

PRotEA hotEL sAfARI LodGEPlot 1887, Kamaila Road Chisamba Tel: +260 211 212 843 Fax: +260 211 212 853 Email: reservations@phsafarilodge.co.zm www.proteahotels.com/safarilodge

Located just 35 minutes from the centre of Lusaka and set in a 2,500 acre private game reserve, Protea Hotel Safari Lodge offers superb facilities for the holiday and business traveller.

Designed to capture the safari feel, the gum pole and thatch structures blend naturally into the surrounding environment, yet it offers all the best facilities available in any city centre venue. Be it relaxing in one of the luxurious rooms designed to meet interna-tional standards, going for a game drive for the wildlife enthusiast or a visit to the lion enclosure, the Lodge provides guests with quality accommodation and food in a relaxing atmosphere.

A world-class conference centre with full audiovisual and communication facilities for up to 80 delegates is available as well as free wireless internet access.

The friendly staff ensure that a stay at Protea Hotel Safari Lodge will be memorable in every aspect.

stAyEAsy By southERN suNCorner Church Road/Kabelenga Road PO Box 30297, Lusaka Tel: +260 211 372 000; +260 211 372 050 Fax: +260 211 372 020 Email: res@stayeasylusaka.co.zm www.tsogosunhotels.com/stayeasy/lusaka

Stayeasy is a newly built five-storey bed and breakfast hotel close to the Levy Junction Shopping Mall. Accommodation consists of 130 standard single and twin rooms. All rooms are fully air conditioned and have satellite TV offering 15 channels. All rooms have tea and coffee making facilities, a work

desk with a lamp, a safety deposit box and a hairdryer. An iron and ironing board is available on request. The hotel has a bar, an outdoor swimming pool, and a boardroom facility for up to 15 people, complete with standard equipment. The colourful and vibrant restaurant serves breakfast daily, and the are a good selection of local restaurants for lunch and dinner.

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tAJ PAModZI hotEL

spacious luxury and comfortSet amid tropical gardens in the heart of Lusaka’s business and government district, the luxurious Taj Pamodzi Hotel provides spacious comfort and modern amenities.

The hotel is conveniently located just 22 km from the airport and 5 km from the city centre and its range of services is among the most comprehensive in Zambia.

Accommodation consists of 193 elegant and centrally air conditioned rooms including suites.

Among its other facilities, the hotel has five meeting rooms, including a boardroom, which can accommodate between 25 and 350 persons for cocktails and receptions, or can comfortably seat between 45 and 350 persons in theatre style.

From casual, all-day eateries to formal, fine dining, guests can look forward to a wide selection of delectable dishes and refreshing drinks. Taj offers a distinctive dining experience, one that explores the nuances of the finest Indian and international cuisines, serving traditional and contemporary favourites.

The Jacaranda Coffee Shop is an all-day dining eatery with an air of casual elegance for any-time meals.

The Marula Bar’s warm decor makes this the perfect bar to enjoy exotic international cocktails and drinks.

Finally Steaks ‘n’ Grills is the city’s most exciting restaurant, providing a soothing setting for an intimate dining experience.

Church Road, PO Box 35450, Lusaka 10101 Tel: +260 211 254 455 Fax: +260 211 250 995; 254 005 Email: pamodzi.lusaka@tajhotels.com

www.tajhotels.com

southERN suN RIdGEwAyCorner Church Road & Independence Avenue PO Box 30666, Lusaka Tel: +260 211 251 666 Fax: +260 211 253 529 Email: res@southernsun.co.zm www.southernsun.com

Southern Sun Ridgeway is ideally located just 4 km from the city centre and 27 km from the airport. Business and leisure travellers are equally welcome. The hotel has 155 refurbished and tastefully decorated rooms, all with air conditioning, en-suite bathroom with bath and shower, radio and telephone, internet connection, colour TV and tea/coffee facilities. Non-smoking rooms are available as well as rooms designed for paraplegics.

The Musuku Restaurant has a scenic view and al fresco dining on the terrace is a popular choice. The Pub is the perfect setting for a casual lunch or pre-dinner drink. The hotel also contains shops, a South African Airways office, Bureau de Change,Proflight Office and Barclays Bank.

For business travellers, the hotel has secre-tarial services and conference rooms for groups of between eight and 200 people. The Banqueting Room can accommodate up to 150 people for workshops, seminars and functions. Full support services for conference and banqueting functions. Guests can enjoy a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool or a workout in the modern gym.

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thE CouRtyARd hotELPlot 25280, Corner of Thabo Mbeki & Nangwenya Roads PO Box 73 Postnet, Private Bag E891 Manda Hill, Lusaka Tel: +260 211 257 487/489/490/491 Fax: +260 211 257 488 Email: res@courtyardhotel.co.zm www.courtyardhotel.co.zm

The Courtyard Hotel is Lusaka’s first boutique property and opened for business in 2007. It has 26 rooms, including suites, doubles and twin-rooms. All rooms have minibars (plus tea and coffee-making facilities) and are air conditioned with en-suite bathrooms

and showers. Suites come complete with a well-equipped kitchen for those that wish to self cater.

As part of its Stay Healthy theme, the hotel has a no-alcohol and no-smoking policy. In addition there is an indoor swimming pool and gym. Guests can also have a complimen-tary health and fitness check-up.

tECLA LodGEsPlot No. 16795, off Nangwenya Road & Alick Nkata Roads, Lusaka Tel: +260 211 251 947 Cell: +260 977 773 237 www.tecla-lodges.com

Tecla has two well appointed lodges and restaurants both offering accommodation within close distance of the main meeting centres, shopping areas and business and embassy districts of Lusaka.

Comfortable and affordable, Tecla Lodges offer accommodation, conference and restaurant facilities to rival the less informal atmosphere of the nearby major hotels.

Olympia Lodge has 10 double rooms, whilst Longacres Lodge has seven equally appointed rooms.

All rooms, in both lodges, have the following facilities: en-suite bathrooms and toilets, air conditioning, satellite TV, fridge and minibar.

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The Victoria Falls are a breathtaking sight. At almost

2 km wide and 103 metres high, the falls earns its

place as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the

World and a Unesco World Heritage Site. During the

peak flow in April, after the rainy season, the water is

falling at a rate of 550,000 cubic metres per second.

Well marked trails meander through the lush vegetation,

giving visitors an opportunity to view the world’s largest

tourism capital puts ‘wow’ into wonder

single curtain of falling water from numerous vantage

points. For the more adventurous, there is a range of

activities unique to Zambia. They include an Under the

Spray Tour at the bottom of the falls and swimming in the

Devil’s Pool on Livingstone Island at the very lip of the falls.

Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park is easy to reach from Living-

stone. This beautiful game park is host to Zambia’s only

population of white rhino as well as elephant, zebra,

buffalo, warthog and giraffe and a wide variety of flora

and birdlife. Visitors can access the park in a two-wheel-

drive vehicle and the riverside is ideal for picnics. Alterna-

tively, knowledgeable bush guides are on hand

to take visitors through the park on a game drive or

walking safari.

Livingstone is...Inspiring

Livingstone is the fourth-largest city in Zambia; yet the

immediate surroundings offer wonderful opportunities to

experience rural and traditional ways of life. Senior Chief

Mukuni and his Chiefdom welcome visitors to their villages.

The annual Lwiindi Ceremony in October brings together

various traditional song, dance, poetry and theatrical

reenactments in celebration of the Mukuni heritage. Local

craftspeople display their wares at Victoria Falls and in

the town centre at Mukuni Park. Souvenir hunters can

choose from a wide range of wooden carvings, traditional

basketware and local artwork.

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Responsible tourism is about making better places for

people to live in and for people to visit. Livingstone

operators recognise their key role in protecting and

enhancing their destination for future generations. Sun

International Resorts has taken this ethos to the heart of

its operation by engaging in development projects and

partnerships with the community. Tongabezi Lodge has

supported Tujatane School for over a decade and continues

to provide top-quality education and opportunities for the

local rural community. Jollyboys Backpackers Lodge and

Toka Leya Lodge provide guests with solar-heated water,

composting facilities and worm farms. African Impact

organises volunteering projects lasting from half a day to

several months. Lion Encounter, The River Club and Mukuni

Big Five Safaris all provide unique volunteering opportu-

nities involving a range of worthwhile community and

conservation projects. Olga’s, a non-profit-making Italian

restaurant and accommodation project, invests its proceeds

in a community training college. These are just some of the

ways in which visitors to Livingstone can be sure their visit

is having a positive impact on the community at large.

Livingstone is... Adventurous

Whether you’re an adrenalin junkie or a soul-searching

traveller, there are lots of things to do in Livingstone.

Microlight and helicopter flights provide spectacular aerial

views of the Victoria Falls in all their wonder. Visitors can

get a close look at elephants, lions and cheetahs in the

course of a guided bush walk. Scenic canoe safaris on the

Upper Zambezi meander through the islands and river

channels with excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing

and birdwatching. For a relaxing afternoon on the river,

visitors can board a sunset cruise, sit back with a cooling

drink and enjoy one of the most amazing sunsets on earth.

There is no doubt that the Zambezi River offers world-

class excitement. Whether by raft, kayak, or riverboard, a

journey over the infamous Zambezi rapids, from the base

of Victoria Falls through the Batoka Gorge, is a rollercoaster

ride. Trips can be arranged from half a day to a week,

with camping on the pristine white beaches downriver.

Jetboating through the rapids is a thrill to be experienced.

Or guests can travel in comfort and ease by cable car. For

the very brave, there is the ultimate challenge of a bungee

jump near the Victoria Falls.

Livingstone is... Romantic

Livingstone has a range of accommodation to suit most budgets,

from backpackers’ lodges and quaint guesthouses to luxury

lodges and resorts with all the amenities one could ask for.

Beautiful semi-precious stones are mined and crafted

in Zambia. If you like jewellery, then Bobbli Gems and

Zambezi Jewels are the place to stop. Livingstone and

the Victoria Falls also provide a beautiful backdrop for the

Livingstone & western Provinces

Additional InformationActivities: River Cruise on the Zambezi, riverboarding, white water rafting, canoeing, horse riding trails, Abseiling, golf course, bungee jumping, kayaking, game safaris, microlighting or helicopter flips, elephant-back safaris, lion walks

Airports: Daily flights to Livingstone from Lusaka and Johannesburg

Best time to visit: All year round

Major attractions: Victoria Falls (one of the Seven Wonders of the World), Livingstone Museum, Livingstone Island

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wedding of your dreams. Brides have even been known to

arrive riding an elephant. Receptions can be arranged on

the edge of the falls, on Livingstone Island or on the River

Zambezi itself with a sunset cruise. The Royal Livingstone

Express steam train is available to host guests for an evening

of fine dining indulgence as they travel along the Mulobezi

Railway. Whether you seek nature, inspiration, adventure

or romance, Livingstone offers a unique southern African

experience that is sure to exceed expectations.

Mosi-oa-tunya National Park

Livingstone has its own national park. Located just outside

the town, the 66 sq km Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park

borders the River Zambezi for about 20 km and encom-

passes the Zambian side of the Victoria Falls.

For a small park, it has plenty of wildlife including white

rhino, elephant (which swim across the river between

Zambia and Zimbabwe), giraffe, zebra, buffalo, sable

and eland. The main M10 road from Livingstone to the

Kazungula ferry goes directly through the park.

west Lunga National Park

The seldom visited 1,684 sq km West Lunga National Park

in North West Province, close to the Angolan border, is a

remote wildlife area and the only park in Zambia covered

by dense forest. The wider region is the largest evergreen

forest in Africa outside the equatorial zone.

Unfortunately, the park is still poorly served in terms of access

(with only a dirt track to the main gate), suitable accommo-

dation and management. In any case, the thickness of the

vegetation would make game viewing difficult for visitors.

The undisturbed nature of the park means plenty of forest-

dwelling wildlife such as yellow-backed duiker and bushpig.

There is also open grassland, said to contain elephant and

buffalo plus miombo species such as roan, sable, Lichten-

stein’s hartebeest, impala, puku, eland and even sitatunga

as well as some primates, plus crocodiles and hippos in the

West Lunga and Kabompo rivers. Birdwatching is said to be

excellent, too.

Liuwa Plains National Park

Located in Western Zambia, close to the border with

Angola, Liuwa Plains National Park – one of Africa’s most

remote and inaccessible – is managed by African Parks

(Zambia) in association with Zambia Wildlife Authority

and the Barotse Royal Establishment, the traditional

government of the Lozi people.

Covering 3,660 sq km and famous for its animal density,

Liuwa Plains is home to Africa’s second-largest wildebeest

migration as some 35,000 animals move through the park

in search of grass.

Visitors can expect to see zebra, red lechwe, oribi, eland

and buffalo as well as predators such as hyena, some wild

dog and the odd cheetah plus a few introduced lions.

Owing to its impressive animal numbers, Liuwa Plains has

been a protected area for well over 100 years, gaining

national park status about 40 years ago. The park is remote

and hard to reach – it’s a two-day drive from Lusaka – and

accommodation is limited to the seasonal Matamanene

Bushcamp. Visitors are advised to fly there, although some

mobile safari operators now come through the park.

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Limbo LodgePlot no: 205/206, Lusaka Road PO Box 60886, Livingstone Tel: +260 213 322 096 Fax: +260 213 322 096 Cell: +260 955 780330; 977 881567 Email: limbolodge@zamnet.zm www.limbolodge.com

Limbo Lodge is a great place to stay for guests looking to experience all that Livingstone has to offer. The name ‘Limbo’, meaning village, describes the atmosphere and general layout of the lodge. There are several thatched chalets, with a spacious central gathering area. Accommodation consists of 10 unique ethnic-

style chalets, each with en-suite bathroom. Located just 15 minutes from the Victoria Falls, the lodge organises a variety of tours and adventure activities throughout Livingstone. Other facilities include free Internet access, a restaurant providing tasty Zambian and foreign dishes, an executive minibar, swimming pool and conference facilities.

maramba river LodgePO Box 60957, Livingstone Tel: +260 213 324 189 Cell: +260 976 587 511 Fax: +260 213 323 130 Email: maramba@zamnet.zm www.maramba-zambia.com

Maramba River Lodge is located in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, on a bluff overlooking the river, just 4 km from the Victoria Falls.

The Safari Tents offer en-suite bathrooms and mosquito nets all under thatch. All the rustic, thatched chalets have creative mukwa and wrought-iron fittings, en-suite tiled bathrooms, mosquito proofing with treated

nets, ceiling fans, internal safe, and views over the Maramba river or floodlit waterhole.

Maramba also caters for traditional camping, with lawns for pitching tents, two ablution blocks, picnic tables and barbecue stands.

Maramba Riverside Restaurant and Bar has tiled and wooden decking right on the river and offers a full à la carte menu.

Courtyard HoteL viCtoria faLLsCorner Mosi-oa-Tunya and Sichango Roads PO Box 60187, Livingstone Tel: +260 213 302 884; 320 806 Cell: +260 974 075 485 Fax: +260 211 257 488 Email: resvictoriafalls@courtyardhotel.co.zm www.courtyardhotel.com

Opened in 2011, the 52-room Courtyard Hotel Victoria Falls caters or both business travellers and adventure seekers.

All rooms are equipped with satellite TV, air conditioning, well-stocked honesty bar,

coffee-making facilities. Bathrooms have a separate tub and shower.

In addition, there is a swimming pool and gym. While the Zaytoun coffee shop and Seasons à la carte restaurant provide excellent food and beverages.

matoya fisHing LodgeLukulu c/o PO Box 35256, Lusaka Cell: +260 967 101 421 (Zambia) Cell: +27 (0)82 253 1814 (SA) Email: matoya@matoyalodge.com www.matoyalodge.com

Nestled in Zambia’s Western Province Barot-seland, near Lukulu in the midst of waterberry trees. Whether you are an avid angler or simply a nature lover, Matoya Fishing Lodge will provide you with the comprehensive and luxurious services needed for an ideal holiday.

Matoya Fishing Lodge offers six thatched chalets which comfortably accommodates 12 people, a spacious dining area, lounge, swimming pool, and a wooden deck that extends out onto the Zambezi River. Each chalet enjoys its own breathtaking view of the upper Zambezi River. Rooms are luxuriously furnished and fitted with air conditioning.

The lodge offers a variety of local as well as international cuisine. The chefs produce homemade pastries, desserts, breads, and a large variety of hot and cold dishes.

Fishing is undertaken on customised 17-foot fibre glass boats. The boats can accommodate a maximum of two fly fishermen or a total of three lure anglers, accompanied by an experi-enced guide.

The Lodge has a fleet of five boats, powered by 60 hp four-stroke motors.

CHrismar LivingstonePlot 4035 Sichango Rd Livingstone, Zambia Tel: +260 213 323 141, Fax: +260 213 323 140 Email: booklvn@chrismarhotels.com www.chrismarhotels.com

Experience affordable luxury accommodation in a world class environment. Chrismar Hotel Livingstone is situated on the border of the Mosi-O-Tunya National Game Park.

A 4 star hotel offering 59 rooms, all rooms offer air-conditioning, Jacuzzi tubs, wireless internet access, and TV. Enjoy a hearty breakfast in the Brasserie Restaurant, enjoy cocktails in the sunken pool bar, or enjoy

delicious à la Carte offerings from Cattle-man’s Grill Restaurant. The hotel has also a full service gym, spa, curio shop, and an activities desk with car hire.

Chrismar has three conference venues and boasts the largest conference venue in Living-stone for over 800 delegates. Chrismar is perfect for buisness and leisure travelers alike.

CHundukWa river LodgePO Box 61139, Livingstone Tel: +260 332 7452 Email: chundukwa@zamnet.zm www.chundukwariverlodge.com

Situated about 30 km upstream from Victoria Falls, Chundukwa River Lodge is a unique property that blends naturally with the riverside waterberry trees. Each house is complete with en-suite bathroom and commanding views of the Zambezi, Chundu Island and Zimbabwe’s Zambezi National Park. A stay at Chundukwa River Lodge is the best

way to discover Victoria Falls, its wildlife and adventures. Stays can include canoe trips, horse trails, walks, visits to the Falls, trips to the local market and Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park.

The Lodge can arrange white water rafting on the lower Zambezi, bungee jumps, microlight or helicopter flights over the Falls and/or elephant-back safaris into the bush.

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naturaL mystiC LodgePO Box 60638, Livingstone Tel: +260 213 327 436 Cell: +260 97 7408 024 Email: nmlodge@zamnet.zm www.naturalmysticlodge.com

Located on the banks of the Zambezi River near the Victoria Falls, Natural Mystic Lodge faces the Victoria Falls National Park in Zimbabwe and is located 20 km from Livingstone. All 10 en-suite thatched chalets have views of the Zambezi River. The chalets are incorporated into a natural setting, and have a traditional African feel to them, while providing comfort, privacy and safety.

Natural Mystic is surrounded by dense mopane forest combined with deciduous savanna grassland. Nature’s sounds create a mystical mood, while free-roaming elephants are also frequent visitors.

Families will find plenty of activities for all ages. Natural Mystic offers travel experiences destined to become lifetime memories.

Protea HoteL LivingstonePlot 2110 Mosi-O-Tunya Road, Livingstone Tel: +260 213 324 630 Fax: +260 213 324 640 Email: reservations@phlivingstone.co.zm www.proteahotels.com/livingstone

Protea Hotel Livingstone situated only 10 minutes from the Victoria Falls and adjacent to the Falls Park Shopping Complex, offers 80 deluxe rooms with air conditioning, tea/coffee-making facilities, electronic safes and electronic door locks, telephone and DSTV.

A restaurant, bar and swimming pool are available, as well as conference facilities including two venues accommodating 40 delegates each or combined to seat 100.

The hotel also offers free wireless internet access.

Nearby leisure activities include bungee jumping, white water rafting, fishing, helicopter rides, golf, game viewing, gorge swing, a crocodile park, restaurants, shopping and many more.

royaL CHundu ZambeZi safari LodgesLivingstone Tel: +260 (0)926 7716 46064 Email: lodge@royalchundu.com www.royalchundu.com

Situated in the heart of the Katambora Forest some 60km from Livingstone, the Royal Chundu is a boutique lodge comprising 10 super luxury air conditioned suites set in landscaped gardens and overlooking the Zambezi River.

Each suite is beautifully furnished with ethnic decor, mosquito nets and fans. Daily house-

keeping and laundry services are provided to guests.

The Lodge, which has just been refurbished, has a new restaurant, lounge, bar area, library, swimming pool and deck area directly onto the river.

PumuLani Livingstone281 Mosi-oa-Tunya Road, Livingstone Tel: +260 213 320 981 Cell: +260 967 18 2027; 965 241 462 Email: info@pumulanizambia.com www.pumulanizambia.com

Pumulani Livingstone or Pumula (which in various Bantu dialects means to rest, to sleep, to take it easy, to relax) is centrally located on the Mosi-oa-Tunya Road and is just 130 meters from the centre of Livingstone and 9 km north-east of the Victoria Falls.

Pumulani Livingstone is close to all of Living-stone’s main amenities and activities and the Livingstone International Airport is only a 15-minute drive away.

Its en-suite double, twin and single rooms offer luxury accommodation that caters for business travellers and tourist.

For those who enjoy relaxing outdoors, its popular landscaped mukusi gardens are naturally shaded by the various mukusi (teak) trees providing cover refreshing cool breezes.

Other facilities include, Wi-Fi internet, tea/coffee-making facilities plus airport transfers and shuttle services

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stanLey safaRi LodgePO Box 60439, Livingstone Tel: +27 72 170 8879 (reservations) Email: reservations@stanleysafaris.com www.stanleysafaris.com

Stanley Safari Lodge is an ideal base for exploring the Victoria Falls.

Located on a hill with a magnificent view of the falls, the Zambezi River and the elephants’ drinking place, this exclusive lodge is nevertheless in a very secluded position in the bush.

It is an ideal place to rest before or after a safari in Botswana, Zambia or Namibia.

With only eight rooms and two members of staff for every client, the lodge offers an unprecedented level of service. The suites each have a private plunge pool.

A wide range of activities is available. These include game drives, bush walks, a one-day safari to Chobe National Park across the border in Botswana.

There is also elephant-back safari, horse riding, golf, visit to a traditional village, Livingstone Museum, cruise on the Zambezi, canoeing, fishing trips, rafting, river boarding, bungee jumping, abseiling and flights over the Victoria Falls by microlight or helicopter.

sanCtuaRy sussi & ChumaPostnet Box 218 P Bag E891, Lusaka 10101 Tel: +27 11 438 4650 Fax: +27 11 787 7658 Email: southernafrica@sanctuaryretreats.com www.sanctuaryretreats.com

The 12 luxury tree houses and two private villas of Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma are built into the living canopy of giant ebony trees lining the bank of the Zambezi. Located in the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, peace and tranquillity reign supreme and the riverbank teems with birdlife.

Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma brings a sense of style and sophistication to this riverside haven. Each room is equipped with en-suite facilities plus air conditioning, overhead fans, minibar, tea/coffee facilities mosquito nets and hairdryers.

The main building features a spectacular raised bar/lounge, indoor and outdoor dining area, wine cellar and deck. An infinity pool with deck is on the edge of the Zambezi and a spectacular island sundowner deck is a perfect venue for relaxing. A waterside treatment room and curio shop offer everything a guest could need. Meals are à la carte.

The Chuma Houses are perfect for families and can and have the privilege of having their own private chef and dining.

songWe viLLagec/o Kwando Safaris PO Box 550, Maun, Botswana Tel: +267 686 1449 Fax: +267 686 1457 Email: reservation@kwando.co.za www.kwando.co.za

Songwe Village is located on 300 acres of private land 5 km downstream from the Victoria Falls. Based on the Zambia side of the Zambezi River it is perched 100 metres above the deeply incised and rugged Batoka gorge.

Songwe Village has been developed with the support and assistance of Senior Chief Mukuni of the nearby Mukuni village.

Built to resemble a traditional village, the atmosphere is peaceful, calm and relaxed. There are eight huts in an oval, named after past chiefs. The huts are spacious with tradi-tional furniture, and modern mattresses. Each hut has a flush loo, shower and basin en-suite. Extra showers and baths are set on the edge of the Batoka Gorge, justifying the claim of the best bathroom views in the world.

taita faLCon LodgePO Box 60012, Livingstone Tel: +260 213 321 850 (Booking Office); +260 213 327 046 (Lodge) Email: taita-falcon@microlink.zm www.taitafalcon.com

Taita Falcon Lodge is stunningly perched 230 metres above the Zambezi on the edge of the Batoka Gorge and 11km from the Victoria Falls. The lodge offers a stunning bush experience, close enough to the Victoria Falls and all activities but also remote enough to experience Africa in all its glory.

Owner run, they pride themselves in personal service for each and every guest.

With only seven chalets, the lodge offers an intimate stay or an exclusive venue to smaller groups. Each spacious chalet has its own private garden and outdoor shower

The indigenous gardens are blended with ‘bush zen’ sand gardens at the lodge entrance and chalet exteriors, and a ‘green theme’ around the swimming pool.

There is a boma where in winter ‘braais’ are hosted around an open fire.

The large viewing deck and adjacent lounge play host to meals and pre-dinner drinks in conjunction to providing expansive views downstream and miles beyond.

the isLands of siankabac/o Postnet 631, Private Bag E891, Lusaka Tel (res): +260 211 260 279; Lodge +260 213 327 490, Cell: +260 977 720 530 Email: info@siankaba.net www.siankaba.net

The Islands of Siankaba lodge is a forest retreat with seven secluded chalets, each with a view of the Zambezi River. All of this is located on two untouched islands in the middle of the Zambezi situated between the Victoria Falls, and Botswana’s Chobe National Park.The Islands of Siankaba has been developed

as a five-star lodge, sleeping just 14 guests. The two islands are linked by a suspension bridge leading to an overhead walkway in the tree canopy. Activities include guided birding and tree walks on the main island’s nature trail, sunset river cruises and dugout canoe trips. The lodge has also developed a reputation for excellent food and wines.

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the RiveR CLubPO Box 60469, Livingstone Tel: +260 213 324 457 Email: theriverclub@microlink.zm www.wilderness-safaris.com

The River Club is a waterside property with a distinctly Edwardian flavour. It is set on the Zambezi River, 18 km upstream from the Victoria Falls.

A maximum of 20 people are accommodated in 10 luxury thatched chalets overlooking the river. En-suite facilities include bath, shower, toilet and basin. There are two honeymoon suites. The main house contains the dining room, lounge and pub area and a library.

Swimming pool with river view. Guests can stay either under an all-inclusive rate or on a dinner, bed and breakfast basis.

Rates include all meals, local drinks, fishing, sundowner boat trips, visits to Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, Livingstone town and museum and the Railway Museum.

the david Livingstone safaRi Lodge & sPaLivingstone Tel: +260 213 324 601 Fax: +260 213 324 615 Email: lodge@dlslandspa.com www.dlslandspa.com

The David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa is an exclusive lodge offering top-class facilities near to the thunder of the falling water and towering columns of spray of the Victoria Falls.

The lodge consists of 77 rooms, all en-suite, of which five are signature suites and two rooms accommodate the disabled.

All rooms overlook the Zambezi where a leisurely sundowner can be enjoyed on private balconies.

Each room features satellite TV, radio and hairdryer, 24-hour room service, wake-up calls and a laundry service, minibar and coffee/tea-making facilities, telephone, internet and air conditioning provided as standard features.

The lodge offers visitors a restaurant, bar and conference facilities, suitable for medium sized groups. This premier lodge also offers a variety of safari excursions and activities in and around the Falls.

The Lady Livingstone, a 144-seater river cruiser on the Zambezi River comprising three decks, enables guests to experience authentic Africa in a unique style.

the RoyaL LivingstonePO Box 60151, Livingstone Tel: +260 978 777 044/7; +260 213 321 122 Fax: +260 213 322 739 Email: zambia.reservations@zm.suninternational.com www.suninternational.com

The Royal Livingstone is a contemporary five-star luxury hotel that captures the opulence of a bygone era through its elegant decor, fine dining and personalised service. The hotel consists of 17 colonial-style villas set in 46 hectares within the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park. It is an excellent base from which to see the Victoria Falls as it lies a stone’s throw away.

The bedrooms are two-storey clusters inspired by the grand estate houses of a bygone era. Each contains 10 en-suite air conditioned rooms with private balconies and a personal butler.

The main building contains the library, lounge, restaurant and bar with a magnificent swimming pool that extends to the foot of the Zambezi River. The timber deck on the bank of the river is a perfect spot for sunset cocktails.

Guests can enjoy a leisurely breakfast or al fresco lunch on the veranda. High tea is served daily in the lounge. Dinner is served in the dining room or guests can have a private meal on their balcony. Special private candle-lit romantic dinners can be arranged under the famous monkey trees.

toka Leya CamPc/o Wilderness Safaris, Post Net 118 P Bag E835, Lusaka Tel: +260 977 70952 Email: info@wilderness.co.zm www.wilderness-safaris.com

Toka Leya Camp is situated on the banks of the Zambezi River in the western sector of the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, some 12 km upstream of the Victoria Falls

Toka Leya consists of 12 safari-style tents, each en-suite with a view of Zambezi and some of its islands. The camp’s dining and bar area is set beneath a shaded canopy of jackalberry and waterberry trees overlooking

the river and a swimming pool.

Activities include a tour of the Victoria Falls on the Zambian side, game drives within Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, river cruises and guided nature walks. Other activities at an additional charge include sunset cruises, helicopter flights, micro-lighting, canoeing, jet-boating, white water rafting and fishing.

the bushfRontLivingstone Tel: +260 213 320 606 Email: bushfront@safpar.com www.safpar.com

The Bushfront is a small intimate property on the edge of Mosi-oa-Tunya National park and close to the Zambezi River, which is owned and operated by Safari Par Excellence.

Located on the Zambian side of the Victoria Falls, the Bushfront is open all year round. It is conveniently close to the falls, the Zambezi River, Livingstone Town and the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park.

The lodge is very family friendly with some rooms designed especially for families with extra beds in them. The dining and bar area is also right next to the pool, allowing parents to keep an eye on the little ones while relaxing in the shade.

The lodge has a restaurant that offers breakfast, great pub-lunch type meals and dinner. There is also a separate DSTV lounge and bar area.

The grounds are surrounded by dense African woodland with abundant (and very active) birdlife. Another big plus is the sound of elephants trumpeting and hippos grunting that can be heard from the lodge. This is truly Africa.

The Bushfront is situated just off the main road between Livingstone Town and the falls and easily accessible by car. The lodge offers ‘meet and greet’ transfers from the airport and borders (Zimbabwe and Botswana).

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WateRbeRRy LodgePO Box 61294, Livingstone Tel/Fax: +260 213 327 455 UK & Europe: +44 (0)1379 783 392 Email: admin@waterberrylodge.com; reservations@waterberrylodge.com; www.waterberrylodge.com

Waterberry Lodge, just 35 minutes from Livingstone International Airport, has a secluded position beside the Zambezi River.

Guests can relax on the sundeck, in the viewing lounge or round the pool and enjoy sunset cruises, al fresco meals and barbecues cooked under the stars. Hippo and elephant are frequent visitors, and there is a diverse birdlife.

There is comfortable en-suite accommoda-tion in double, twin or family thatched lodges close to the swimming pool with views over the river and private lake. Two superb new chalets have their own private decking at the rear, overlooking the lake.

The double-storey main lodge area overlooks the river and game park beyond.

tongabeZiPrivate Bag 31, Livingstone Tel: +260 213 327 450 Email: reservations@tongabezi.com www.tongabezi.com

Tongabezi Safari Lodge is located on the banks of the Zambezi River, just upstream from the Victoria Falls. Most of the rooms are open-fronted and the decor is African, with attractive fabrics and fittings.

The lodge can accommodate up to 22 guests in five river cottages, four open-fronted houses and one enclosed cliff-top house. There is also a garden cottage, which is perfect for families. All rooms have views over the Zambezi.

The cliff-side swimming pool overlooks the river. Boat trips are available, including sundowner cruises, canoeing and fishing trips as well as excursions to the nearby Victoria Falls.

ZambeZi sunPO Box 60151, Livingstone Tel: +260 978 777 044/5/6/7; +260 21 3321122 Fax: +260 213 322 739 Email: zambia.reservations@zm.suninternational.com www.suninternational.com

The Zambezi Sun, located on the edge of the eastern cataract of the Victoria Falls, reflects the richness and diversity of Zambia’s heritage; capturing the very soul of Africa – unpretentious, fun and welcoming.

With its warm, earthy architecture, inspired by a walled African village and simple finishes highlighted in bright mosaics and fabrics as well as intoxicating Zambian artworks and accessories, the Zambezi Sun is set to turn any stay into a memorable experience.

All 212 en-suite guestrooms appealing to families and conference delegates, are open, and airy and decorated in deep rich red earth colours with a handcrafted fusion of Zambian designs.

Lunch is served al fresco at a poolside grill, while the indoor buffet restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. In addition to relaxing by the pool or sipping a cocktail, guests can enjoy a day full of activities.

The Victoria Falls offers a wide range of adventure activities that include white river rafting, bungee jumping, jet boat rides and microlight flying.

thoRntRee RiveR LodgePO Box 60490, Livingstone Tel: +260 213 324 480 Email: thorntree@safpar.co.zm www.safpar.net

The secluded Thorntree River Lodge is located on the Zambezi River, in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, just 15 km upstream from the Victoria Falls.

The lodge offers guests a unique and personal African experience. The whole complex is built of natural materials, with indigenous woods and thatch providing cool shade and a delightful environment.

Accommodation consists of seven standard rooms and two suites, all with en-suite facilities. The lodge offers superb river views from its main deck and private verandas. Welcoming drinks and excellent cuisine are enjoyed from the centrally situated lounge and dining area.

Activities include sunset cruises, game drives, cultural tours, fishing and visits to the falls. Guests can enjoy the beauty of the river from comfortable pontoon boats and watch the passing animals and birds.

For adventure lovers there is white water rafting, river boarding, tandem kayaking and bungee jumping as well as sightseeing flights over the falls by helicopter, fixed-wing aircraft or microlight.

ZambeZi WateRfRontLivingstone Tel: +260 213 320606 Email: waterfront@safpar.com www.safpar.com

The Zambezi Waterfront is situated on the northern banks of the Zambezi River, approxi-mately 4 km upstream from The Victoria Falls and just opposite Siloka Island (Long Island), and is open all year round. It is owned and operated by Safari Par Excellence.

It is designed to cater for all travellers, from camping to basic, good quality chalet accom-modation. The Waterfront has three different types of accommodation.

There are 23 en-suite chalets which include fridges, tea/coffee making facilities, fans and mosquito nets. There are river facing, executive, standard and family chalets.

Adventure Village consists of 24 3 x 3 metre Bow tents on raised platforms with a small deck in front, situated in a shady, extensively lawned area. Each tent has two twin beds, electric light and fan, and a shared ablution blocks with campsite.

The lawned campsite is set among large trees in shady surrounds, catering for the overland and self-drive market, and can take 100 campers.

The Waterfront has some of the best facilities in the area, including a large deck, restaurant and bar overlooking the Zambezi River, wi-fi, internet café, TV lounge, two swimming pools and large activity centre.

38 DESTINATION Zambia

The carefully managed Lower Zambezi National

Park is one of Zambia’s finest. The park cleverly

combines a traditional style of park, containing

plenty of game, with a range of river attractions and

with Zimbabwe Mana Pools National Park on the

opposite bank. Once the private game reserve of the

Zambian president, today the Lower Zambezi is a

Unesco World Heritage Site.

Presidential supervision prevented the area going the way

of some of Zambia’s other parks, thus avoiding the wildlife

depletion that occurred in the 1970s and 1980s. In fact,

many consider the Lower Zambezi to be the finest and

least spoiled wilderness area in Africa. Moreover, the park

upholds high standards in terms of camps and lodges,

which are well spaced out along the river bank, as well as

an unspoilt wildernessits stance in regard to conservation. The park is renowned

not only for its elephant population, which can often been

seen at the edge of the Zambezi, but also for buffalo,

waterbuck, zebra, roan, eland, kudu and sable. There are

also plenty of carnivores, including all three big cats – lion,

leopard and cheetah – plus wild dog and hyena.

Hard-fighting

The park provides excellent opportunities for canoeing,

an idyllic way to view wildlife. Catching the hard-fighting

tigerfish is a further attraction and the park’s catch-and-

release scheme has won praise from conservationists.

Back from the river is the Zambezi Escarpment, an area

covered with both miombo and mopane woodland.

Beyond the park’s informal boundary is a much larger Game

Managed Area (GMA). This also contains significant numbers

of animals which move freely between the two places.

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ana tRee LodgeMushika, Lower Zambezi National Park Tel: +260 211 250 730 Fax: +260 211 223 779 Email: anatreelodge@zamnet.zm www.anatreelodge.com

Ana Tree Lodge offers luxurious hospitality in a desolate yet scenic environment. It presents the visitor with a chance to experience the natural splendours of the African outback in total luxury and solitude.

The name Ana Tree symbolises the abundant winterthorn trees that surround the camp. Elephants frequent these trees and are a welcome sight in the camp.

The lodge has eight twin-bedded luxury tents on solid concrete foundation. Each tent has ensuite toilets, showers and hand basins. A vast plain stretches from the lodge to the banks of the Zambezi River. A channel of the Zambezi passes just beside the lodge and offers excellent fishing and boating.

baines’ RiveR CamPTel: +27 33 342 7793 Email: sabine@Croxton.co.za (South Africa); Baines.Camp@kiubo.com.zm (Zambia) www.bainesrivercamp.com

Baines’ River Camp is a luxury camp on the banks of the lower Zambezi. The camp is a 35-minute flight from Lusaka, or a two hour drive from Lusaka. On arrival guests are met by experienced river guides and are taken along the Zambezi River for the last 40 km.

Baines’ River Camp has eight colonial-style suites with ceiling fans, air conditioning, minibars, king-sized beds and natural timbers. Tented safari accommodation is also available.

Offering a wide range of activities including game drives (with experienced guides), fishing for the famous tiger fish and canoe trips, Baines’ provides a truly unique safari experience. The camp has conference facilities making it the ideal venue for seminars and business meetings, as well as photographic workshops and fly-fishing clinics.

additional informationactivities: Fishing, game viewing and bird-watching, sundowner cruises, canoeing and walking safaris

airstrips: Royal, Jeki

best time to visit: June to September (however, fishing is at its best in September-October)

Wildlife found in this area: Elephant, lion, buffalo, hippo, waterbuck, kudu, zebra, and crocodile, impala and warthog, hyaena, porcupine, civet, genet and honey badger

birdlife: fish eagle, red-winged pratincole, crested guinea fowl, black eagle, quelea

major attractions: Lower Zambezi National Park

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mWambashi RiveR Lodgec/o PO Box 33111, Lusaka Tel/Fax: +260 211 278 248/49 Email: rzl@iconnect.zm www.lionroars.com

Deep within the heart of the Lower Zambezi National Park, lies Mwambashi River Lodge. It accommodates 16 guests in large safari tents built on raised wooden decks with en-suite facilities. All tents have private balconies with views over the river. Mwambashi is renowned not only for its fabulous location but also for its friendly service. There is always something

special on offer at Mwambashi, whether it’s a bush dinner, sundowners on the river or a day of exhilarating game viewing, canoeing the delightful channels or landing a first tigerfish.

Activities are day and night game drives in open 4x4s, boating and fishing on the river and channels, guided walking and bird-watching. All are accompanied by guides.

mvuu LodgePO Box 11908, Centurion 0046, South Africa Tel: +27 (0)79 524 8709; +27 (0)12 660 3820 Fax: +27 (0)86 519 8094 Email: info@mvuulodge.com www.mvuulodge.com

Superbly set on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River, Mvuu Lodge – place of the hippo – is rugged, yet gentle, comfortable yet one with nature. A mere 18 km from the Lower Zambezi National Park, Mvuu Lodge offers activities to suit everyone’s needs, including game drives by boat or vehicle, sundowner cruises, environmental awareness

walks, canoe safaris, tiger fishing, birding, photography, star gazing and of course, complete and total relaxation.

There are seven luxury en-suite fixed tents and three comfortable self-catering fixed tents. The four campsites are situated in close proximity to the lodges and are nestled in thick bush under a canopy of indigenous trees.

kasaka RiveR Lodgec/o PO Box CA 102 Castle Post Office, Lusaka Tel: +260 211 841 051/841 052 Email: info@chongwe.com www.chongwe.com

Part of the Chongwe Safaris group, Kasaka is a classically appointed family-oriented bush camp offering outstanding experiences in breathtakingly beautiful surroundings.

Hippo and elephant frequently pass through the lodge, which is located a few kilometres from the Lower Zambezi National Park in the Chiawa Partnership Park – a pioneering community-based conservation area.

The eight classic tents enjoy an enviable position along the river, with four ‘wild side’ tents tucked away in shady riverine bush, and four family-friendly tents surrounding rolling lawns and a sparkling pool on the river’s edge.

The beautiful Wild Mango honeymoon suite is set on the ‘wild side’.

ChongWe RiveR CamP & housec/o PO Box CA 102 Castle Post Office, Lusaka Tel: +260 211 841 051/841 052 Email: info@chongwe.com www.chongwe.com

Set beneath a canopy of winterthorns at the confluence of the Zambezi and Chongwe rivers, this award-winning camp is a family owned and run business dedicated to providing a dream safari experience combined with high standards of hospitality. Accommodation is in large, well appointed

safari tents under thatch, with luxury open-air bathrooms. Each tent sleeps two people, in twin or double beds. All fittings are made from natural materials found near the lodge. The private Chongwe River House is just 1km away and is an unique private property with ferro walls and open fronted has space to accommodate up to eight guests.

ChiaWa CamPPO Box 30972, Lusaka 10101 Tel:+260 211 261 588 Fax: +260 211 262 683 Email: info@chiawa.com www.chiawa.com

Owned and operated by the Cumings family, Chiawa Camp lives up to its reputation for imaginative delivery and consistently high standards in all aspects.

Accommodation is in well appointed safari tents on wooden decks, with king-sized beds swathed in mosquito nets and Egyptian cotton linens.

There is also a Honeymoon Tent with a view across Zambezi flood plains. A thatched lounge/bar area with upper and lower viewing decks and lots of furniture is comple-mented by a dining room with al-fresco dining area, set under a large winter thorn tree and overlooking the Zambezi River. Other amenities include a refreshing plunge pool with a sun deck for the hot months.

kanyemba LodgePO Box 38837, Lusaka Tel: +260 977 755 720 Skype: kanyemba Email: info@kanyemba.com www.kanyemba.com

Nestled on the banks of the Zambezi, only two and a half hours from Lusaka, lies Kanyemba Lodge. The stone and thatch rondavels with en-suite bathroom, walk-in wardrobe and private veranda overlooking the Zambezi, and a thatched ‘family house’ are discreetly located on the river bank.

Each chalet has its own veranda overlooking the Zambezi River, and en-suite bathrooms.

Overlooking the river, the restaurant and bar allow spacious dining, while upstairs, guests can relax and enjoy the extensive library. Each evening guests are treated to Kanyemba’s award winning cuisine of Italian fare with the freshest and most typical local ingredients.

Kanyemba also owns and operates a small, intimate bushcamp on its own private Island.

gWabi RiveR LodgePlot 2765/m, Chirundu PO Box CH37, Lusaka Tel: +260 1 515 078 Cell: +26 097 965 0920 www.gwabiriverlodge.com

Gwabi is a fishing lodge situated on the tranquil banks of the Kafue River undisturbed by passing boats.

The lodge offers 10 en-suite air conditioned chalets, with DSTV and complimentary tea and coffee tray. All rooms accommodate two adults or three in a family arrangement.

Other accommodation available includes a

large shaded camping ground overlooking the Kafue River.

The campsite is fully equipped with socket points, lights, ablution blocks and braai facilities.

At the main lodge there is an open bar with a large outdoor swimming pool.

kiambi safaRi LodgePO Box 360073, Kafue Tel: +260 977 186 106; 966 655 878; 977 876 003 Email: Kiambi@coppernet.zm www.kiambi.co.za

The choice of accommodation ranges from eight spacious tented chalets on raised wooden platforms with en-suite bathrooms, fans, bar fridges and private verandas to newer chalets that are air conditioned.

All chalets have spectacular views and are furnished with Rhodesian teak and top quality bedding. The impressive lodge bar has perhaps the best view of the Zambezi.

With an array of activities to choose from the decision what to do is tough. Or simply relax at a choice of not one, but two of the swimming pools. Kiambi meaning ‘first’, is the first lodge situated after the pontoon on the Kafue River 9 km away. Kiambi Safari Lodge offers both road and boat transfers from Lusaka to anywhere on the Lower Zambezi.

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oLd mondoRoc/o PO Box 30972, Lusaka 10101 Tel +260 211 261 588 Fax: +260 211 262 683 Email: info@chiawa.com www.oldmondoro.com

Owned and operated by the Cumings family, Old Mondoro is a beautiful, intimate and private safari camp in a spectacular and remote location.

Situated deep inside the park in lovely walking country with great game viewing, Old Mondoro is a back-to-the-bush experience with excellent for elephant, leopard and seasonal wild dog sightings. The

camp’s three professional guides offer a full range of activities such as day and night game drives, walks, canoe trips and game viewing by boat. A canvas and reed lounge area, or sitenje, with timber decks overlooks a maze of islands in the Zambezi River. Accommoda-tion is in four screened-in reed chalets with canvas roofs and eight beds.

sausage tRee CamPc/o Post.Net Box E017 P/Bag 283, Crossroads, Lusaka Tel: +260 211 845 204 Email: reservations@sausagetreecamp.com www.sausagetreecamp.com

Sausage Tree Camp is set in a stunning location on the Zambezi River, in the heart of the Lower Zambezi National Park. This exclusive safari camp offers a wide range of game viewing activities including game drives (both day and night), walking safaris, canoeing, boating and fishing.

Sleeping 16 guests, the camp offers a person-alised safari experience. Accommodation is

in eight spacious white Bedouin-style tents, each with a private open-air bathroom and a flush ‘loo with a view’.

Each tent has its own personal muchinda (butler). Nearly hidden from one another, and shaded by mature sausage and mahogany trees, the tents are cool, private sanctuaries from which to view wildlife.

RedCLiff ZambeZi LodgeCell: +260 979 587 822 Email: info@redcliff-lodge.com; 4tigers@redcliff-lodge.com www.redcliff-lodge.com

Redcliff Zambezi Lodge extends to about 100 hectares with 1.5 km of river frontage. The lodge can accommodate up to 16 guests. Four tent-roofed chalets (each with two beds) and two family chalets (each with four beds) are furnished with beautiful indigenous teak.

Each chalet has large, comfortable beds and mosquito nets and en-suite facilities, including shower, toilet, hot and cold running water. Solar panels are used to charge 12 volt batteries for major lighting needs, while pathways and chalets are illuminated by paraffin lanterns, providing a soft and rustic atmosphere.

The indigenous vegetation forms the ‘garden’ between chalets, with the huge trees providing a shady canopy. The camp is built safely above the high-flood level. A swimming pool is part of the comfortable surroundings.

Meals include breakfast, lunch and dinner, with the three-course main meal served in the evening. Meal times are flexible to suit guest requirements and activities.

RoyaL ZambeZi Lodgec/o P Bag CH42, Chelston, Lusaka Tel: +260 979 486 618 Tel/Fax: +260 211 840 682 Email: royalzambezihq@iwayafrica.com www.royalzambezilodge.com

Situated on the banks of the Zambezi River and in the shade of mahogany trees, the Royal Zambezi Lodge is a premier property and its closeness to the Lower Zambezi National Park provides the perfect base for game viewing and fishing as well as canoeing and birdwatching.

The timeless elegance of the thatched and copper-roofed buildings is perfectly enhanced by the natural but sophisticated furnish-ings and luxurious finishes. Experienced staff with a long-standing reputation for service excellence ensure that any stay is a memorable one.

There is a long oval pool for cooling off or sun tanning next to the river. Guests gather at the legendary Sausage Tree bar at sunset for drinks. The bar is built around a venerable old tree and its timber deck extends out over the swiftly flowing channel.

Guests are served early morning coffee/tea in their tents. A full English/continental breakfast or late morning brunch is served followed by a light lunch.

Dinner is a three-course meal, served under the stars or a special ‘island’ dinner on the river.

sanCtuaRy ZambeZi kuLefu CamPc/o Postnet Box 218 P Bag E891, Lusaka 10101 Tel: +27 11 438 4650 Fax: +22 11 787 7658 Email: southernafrica@sanctuaryretreats.com www.sanctuaryretreats.com

Nicknamed ‘the faraway place’, Sanctuary Zambezi Kulefu Camp is an intimate safari camp set deep inside the National Park in a sheltered location on the banks on one of the permanent channels of the Zambezi River. It has been totally refurbished to give a luxurious feel in keeping with the other Sanctuary properties.

Accommodation consists of seven spacious tented rooms on teak decking with twin beds or double beds, mosquito nets, en-suite facilities, solar heated water and a private veranda.

A wide range of cuisine is served blending local and international flavours. Meals are served outdoors whenever possible, with surprise bush breakfasts, picnic lunches and dinners under the stars. Guests can discover Sanctuary Zambezi Kulefu Camp’s wildlife by boat, canoe, safari vehicle or on foot. Activities include 4x4 game viewing, boat and canoe excursions, birdwatching, stargazing, walking safaris and fishing.

Access to Sanctuary Zambezi Kulefu Camp is by light aircraft to the nearby Kulefu or Jeki airstrips.

Luangwa valley

42 DESTINATION Zambia

Luangwa Valley comprises four national parks:

• The popular South Luangwa National Park, arguably one

of Africa’s greatest wildlife conservation areas

• The remote and still hardly visited North Luangwa

National Park

• The privately managed Luambe National Park

• The 2,720 sq km Lukusuzi, with no visitor facilities and

few recognisable tracks but plenty of game, has great

potential.

south Luangwa national Park

South Luangwa National Park is one of Africa’s finest and

best managed. Covering 9,050 sq km and bordering the

Luangwa River, the park is ideal for game viewing during

the dry season from late April to November.

Not only are animals easy to spot, but they are present in

large numbers – especially just before the rainy season,

when they are drawn to the river to find water. There are

60 species of mammal in the park.

game viewing galore in Luangwa valley

Beyond the main gate area, the park is quite uncrowded,

even though it is Zambia’s most popular in terms of

visitor numbers. Visitors can expect to drive undisturbed

for relatively long distances and to find ideal places for a

sundowner or early-morning beverage.

The overall quality of the park is matched by the high

standard of accommodation, which is concentrated mostly

in a broad area near the main gate but across the river.

South Luangwa is famous for its walking safaris and every

visitor should seize the opportunity to see wildlife on foot

and to appreciate the finer details of nature as viewed close

up. For many, following the spoor, examining and identi-

fying droppings and recording insects is as rewarding as a

sight of the big cats – of which there are many in the park.

Of course, visitors primarily come to see the larger animals

as well as some of the endemic subspecies of Luangwa

Valley such as Thornicroft’s giraffe (of which there are

thought to be about 1,500) and Cookson’s wildebeest

(although this is largely confined to North Luangwa

National Park). Crayshaw’s zebra is found in larger numbers

in Luangwa than elsewhere.

Lion and leopard are so abundant that visitors can expect

to see both, even on a short stay. Large herds of buffalo

are another feature of the park.

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The Luangwa River is home to impressive-looking Nile crocodiles

and large pods of sometimes fractious hippo. The park’s birdlife

is equally fascinating, with a reported 400 species.

Luambe National Park

Often overlooked and sometimes forgotten alongside the

bigger and much-visited South Luangwa National Park,

Luambe is 300 sq km of pure solitude and an impressively

varied and often wooded landscape.

Energetically and sympathetically run since 1999 by the

conservation charity Luangwa Wilderness e.V in close

association with Zambia Wildlife Authority (ZAWA) and

with the support of local communities, the small park has

bounced back to life from the dark days of the 1970s and

1980s when only a few shy animals remained.

The charity has built a lodge, but hopes one day to return

the park to full ZAWA control and management and to

enable Luambe to link up with some of the region’s major

national parks in Mozambique, South Africa and Zimbabwe.

Like the neighbouring North and South Luangwa national

parks, Luambe is dominated by the Luangwa River.

Visitors can expect to see elephant and hippo; predators

such as lion, leopard, hyena and wild dog; plus buffalo,

eland, zebra, puku, bushbuck, Lichtenstein’s hartebeest,

Cookson’s wildebeest, waterbuck, impala, warthog and

genet. Walking safaris are a popular way to view wildlife.

Sadly, the park’s sole property, Luangwa Wilderness Lodge,

is no longer in operation. The best way to reach Lumabe is

via the Waka Waka airstrip. The alternative is a long road

journey from Mfuwe Airport or Lilongwe (Malawi) Airport.

North Luangwa National Park

The remote 4,636 sq km North Luangwa National Park is little

visited. In fact, until comparatively recently, trips to North Luangwa

were limited to game rangers and no tourism was permitted.

Until the mid 1980s the park was badly affected by

poaching; but thanks to the North Luangwa Conserva-

tion Project the area is returning to its former glory while

maintaining its reputation as a true wilderness. Poaching

is more or less a thing of the past, and a symbol of this

renaissance was the reintroduction of black rhino.

As with South Luangwa, the park is dominated by the

broad Luangwa River and animals are drawn to its reliable

waters, especially towards the end of the dry season.

Endemics

Broadly speaking, North Luangwa has the same animal

species as South Luangwa, but also one or two endemics

such as Cookson’s wildebeest, rarely seen to the south.

The park is known particularly for its large herds of buffalo.

Some 350 bird species have been recorded.

As in South Luangwa, walking safaris are especially popular

and often preferred by guests as a healthier, more exciting

and authentic game-viewing experience.

North Luangwa has a few tiny seasonal camps such as

Kutandala, Mwaleshi, Luangwa North, Nkalamo and

Buffalo Camp. Camps are usually open from early June

to early November each year, after which the rains are

expected to arrive.

Additional InformationActivities: Walking safaris, irdwatching (400 of Zambia’s 732 species are found here), photographic safaris

Airports/airstrips: Daily to South Luangwa (Mfuwe) from Lusaka all year. North Luangwa is more difficult but there are airstrips open for charter traffic

Best time to visit: April-October (South Luangwa) with some properties open year-round, June to October (North Luangwa: access in the rainy season is virtually impossible)

Wildlife found in this area: Elephant, buffalo, lion, caracal, wild dog, serval and side striped jackal and very good leopard densities plus many others

Major attractions: Thornicroft’s giraffe and Cookson’s wildebeest (both unique to Luangwa Valley)

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BiLimungwe CampPO Box 91, Mfuwe Tel: +260 216 246 041 Cell: +260 978 770 055 Email: info@bushcampcompany.com www.bushcampcompany.com

Bilimungwe is a trail camp nestled in a riverine forest along the picturesque banks of the Luangwa River. The camp is set in a remote and unspoilt area and an ideal base for walking safaris.

The camp is made up of four reed and thatch chalets all with en-suite showers, toilet and double vanities. The chalets are situated on the edge of the bush and are regularly visited

by wildlife. Each chalet has two queen-sized double beds with large mosquito nets and an individual rechargeable lighting system.

The rustic dining area and fully stocked bar are constructed on raised decking with views of Bilimungwe’s permanent water hole and abundant game.

BuffaLo Campc/o Shiwa Safaris Ltd PO Box 1, Shiwa Ng’andu Tel: +260 211 229 261 Fax: +260 211 229 261 www.shiwasafaris.com/buffalo.html

Buffalo is a seasonal bush camp in North Luangwa National Park – one of Africa’s last unspoilt wilderness areas.

The camp is open from early June until early November. The recommended stay is from three to five nights. It is situated some 100 km off the Great North Road but is also accessible by air and there is an airstrip just 12 km from the camp.

The camp comprises five en-suite guest chalets. Three of the chalets are built on stilts, over looking the Mwaleshi River. The area is predominately for walking safaris but the camp offers limited game and night drives.

Walks normally last four to five hours and are conducted by highly experienced guides and accompanied by an armed ZAWA scout.

Chikoko Tree Campc/o Remote Africa Safaris Ltd PO Box 5, Mfuwe Email: tafika@remoteafrica.com; reservations@remoteafrica.com www.remoteafrica.com

Chikoko Tree Camp offers accommodation for a maximum of six people with en-suite facilities.

The en-suites have flush toilets, showers (with hot water provided in the evening) and running (cold) water throughout the day. Full support is provided with an experienced walking guide, armed scout and chef as well as general camp staff.

Game viewing is excellent both from the comfort of the camp and whilst out on daily walks.

Combine a stay at this camp with the other Remote Africa Safaris’ camps for the ultimate safari experience. Seasonal operating dates are from 25 May to 31 October.

ChamiLandu CampPO Box 91, Mfuwe Tel: +260 216 246 041 Cell: +260 978 77 00 55 Email: info@bushcampcompany.com www.bushcampcompany.com

Chamilandu Camp offers comfort, class and beauty in one of the Luangwa Valley’s prime remote river locations, yielding a diversity of wildlife and attracting abundant wildlife.

Chamilandu takes a maximum of only six guests in unique tree-house chalets that are elegantly designed with a tasteful blend of modern classic decor. They provide a bird’s eye view over the waters of the Luangwa

River and Nchindeni Hills. Walking safaris are a constant mix of awe and information, excitement and inspiration.

Catering for all safari tastes the camp offers both morning and evening walks and combi-nations of day and night game drives.

Chindeni CampPO Box 91, Mfuwe Tel: +260 216 246 041 Cell: +260 978 770 055 Email: info@bushcampcompany.com www.bushcampcompany.com

Chindeni Camp lies nestled on the apex of a permanent oxbow lagoon, offset by the Nchendeni Hills. Raised on wooden decking Chindeni’s four en-suite tented chalets are sheltered by a shady ebony grove.

Each chalet has its own private raised veranda with views over the resident game and the serene yet breathtaking tranquillity of the lush and wide lagoon.

This is the ideal spot for both the avid and intrepid game spotter, as well as the more sedentary visitors who wish to observe nature and lazily watch the abundance of game that parades before them.

With accommodation for eight guests, this secluded camp provides the perfect location for the ultimate bush experience.

adoraTa CampsiTe & LodgePO Box 39, Mfuwe Tel: +260 97 815 806; 97 201 513; 97 773 086 info@adorata-lodge-zambia.com www.christinekitta.de/adorata

The site is situated on an oxbow lagoon, overlooking the majestic Luangwa River in Mambwe district 130 km from Chipata and only a 25 min drive from Mfuwe International Airport.

The chalets offer a combination of comfort-able and affordable ensuites with warm borehole water. An open bar and restaurant

are conveniently located at the centre of the lodge and campsite and caters for local and international menus and also meals cooked on an open fire.

Apart from the national park walking safaris (June to October) there are walks along the riverbank in the game management area which is frequented by all kinds of animals.

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CroC VaLLey CampTel: +260 216 246 074 Fax: +260 216 246 040 Cell: +260 977 175 172 Email: reservations@crocvalleycamp.com www.crocvalley.com

Croc Valley Camp is a boutique lodge catering for the budget traveller as well as offering a self-catering and full board experience. The camp is set in an oasis of calm along the bank of the Luangwa river.

The camp fits effortlessly into the surrounding riverine habitat with fantastic views and it is not uncommon to see elephants crossing the river and strolling through the camp on a

regular basis. Between safaris, in the midday heat, the hippo friendly swimming pool provides the perfect place to relax and cool off. The bar is always open and serves ice cold drinks throughout the day. In addition there is a campsite which caters for campers and overland trucks with parking areas, fireplaces, power points, hot showers and ablutions.

kakuLi BushCampc/o Norman Carr Safaris PO Box 100, Mfuwe Tel: +260 216 246 015; 216 246 025 Fax: +260 216 245 025 Email: kapani@normancarrsafaris.com www.normancarrsafaris.com

Kakuli is a seasonal camp on the confluence of the Luwi and Luangwa Rivers.

There are four spacious tents under shady thatched roofs, each with an open-air bathroom. All of the tents overlook the river with stunning views up and down this hippo-packed stretch of river.

There is a lovely chitenge overlooking the grazing lawn that leads down to the rivers.

This area of the park is renowned for its great game viewing and guests will usually split their time between walking and driving.

isLand Bush Campc/o Kafunta Safaris PO Box 83, Mfuwe Tel: +260 216 246 046 Email: kafunta@luangwa.com www.lunagwa.com

This small, personalised camp lies under a grove of mahogany trees on the Luangwa River.

Island Bush Camp offers rustic accommoda-tion in reed huts, with individual hot showers and running water. Each stilted chalet, with open frontage has a private verandah over-looking the river.

Just two hours drive south of Kafunta, it is located in a very remote game-rich area in

the park’s southern section. Exclusive walking safaris are the main activity and for the more adventurous, guests can request portered safaris from main camp.

The entire camp is reconstructed each year and is open from June to October.

kafunTa riVer LodgePO Box 83, Mfuwe Tel: +260 216 246 046 Email: kafunta@luangwa.com www.lunagwa.com

Kafunta River Lodge is set in the riverside forest on the banks of the Luangwa River overlooking South Luangwa National Park.

The accommodation consists of eight chalets and two luxury suites of the highest standard in the valley. Built on wooden platforms under a thatched roof, the mahogany floors and walls give a natural beauty to the luxurious interiors.

Central to the chalets is a spacious bar and dining area. Built around a semi-evergreen wild mango tree and thatched in the tradi-tional style, it offers panoramic views over the river and the National Park.

Guests can be sure of excellent game viewing and birdwatching from the lodge.

fLaTdogs CampPO Box 125, Mfuwe Tel: +260 216 246 038 Email: info@flatdogscamp.com www.flatdogscamp.com

Flatdogs Camp is an excellent and affordable owner-managed safari camp overlooking the Luangwa River and South Luangwa National Park.

With a choice between chalets, authentic African safari tents and the exclusive Jackal-Berry Tree House, Flatdogs is ideal for families, couples, honeymooners, friends travelling together, first-time explorers and safari addicts.

The à la carte restaurant is unique in the safari world, allowing guests to choose their meals each day instead of being served a set menu.

The camp itself has been left as natural as possible, so it can co-exist with the animals that call the site home – as a result, guests are often privileged to see elephant, hippo, giraffe, bushbuck, puku and banded mongoose in camp, going about their daily business.

The flexible and professional approach of the Flatdogs’ staff and guides creates the ultimate safari experience in what is the most exciting National Park in Zambia.

CroCodiLe riVer Camp c/o Remote Africa Safaris Ltd PO Box 5, Mfuwe Email: tafika@remoteafrica.com; reservations@remoteafrica.com www.remoteafrica.com

Crocodile River Camp stands on an old river bank overlooking a large and usually dry ox-bow lagoon. Nestled among massive ebony trees, its great location provides the ideal spot for the three chalets built entirely of natural materials. Both Crocodile River Camp and Chikoko Tree Camp provide the full support of a chef, general camp staff, some of the most experienced walking guides in the valley and

an armed scout. All luggage and supplies are carried into and out of camp by porters. Both of these small bushcamps have excellent game densities and offer guests a great opportunity to experience the bush on foot in isolated and natural surroundings. Combine a stay with other Remote Africa Safaris camps for the ultimate safari experience. Seasonal operating dates are 1 June to 31 October

kaLamu Lagoon Campc/o Wilderness Safaris Post Net 118, P Bag E835, Lusaka Tel: +260 9777 0952 Email: info@wilderness.co.zm www.wilderness-safaris.com

Situated in the Luamfwa Concession in South Luangwa National Park, Kalamu Lagoon Camp takes its name from the adjacent Chankalamu River, a seasonal tributary of the Luangwa. The camp overlooks a well-used crossing point on the Luangwa River. The deeper pools of the river and a nearby seasonal lagoon hold large pods of hippo and crocodiles. Kalamu consists of four Meru-style en-suite tents,

each with a different river outlook.

The central areas of the camp – the plunge pool and deck and shaded bar and dining area – maximise the sweeping river views. A deck built into a fallen fig tree provides an unusual lookout point. Activities at Kalamu focus on the Luangwa River with both game drives and walks exploring its banks.

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kapamBa CampPO Box 91, Mfuwe Tel: +260 216 246 041 Cell: +260 978 77 00 55 Email: info@bushcampcompany.com www.bushcampcompany.com

Kapamba Camp is situated in a prime location on the picturesque spot about six km up the Kapamba River, where guests can experience unforgettable sundowners while dipping their feet in the shallows.

Each of the camp’s four chalets is individually designed to offer stunning views of the river. The open-fronted style ensures that guests can enjoy uninterrupted game viewing from

the privacy of their own room.

Overlooking the Kapamba River, the well-positioned deck offers an ideal viewing point for the abundant wildlife that comes to drink at the river and is the focal point of the camp.

Walking safaris from the Kapamba are exceptional with numerous trails following the course of the river.

kuyenda CampPO Box 91, Mfuwe Tel: +260 216 246 041 Cell: +260 978 77 00 55 Email: info@bushcampcompany.com www.bushcampcompany.com

Kuyenda Camp is nestled among shady trees on the banks of the Manzi River and is open from June to November. This camp is the ideal base from which to experience the continual unfolding of Africa’s dramatic wilderness at close range.

Accommodation is in four authentic thatched rondavels. Each chalet contains a large spacious double or twin beds, mosquito

netting and en-suite ‘open to the sky’ facilities, including shower, toilet and wash basin.

The central dining area, lounge and bar overlook a grassy plain with abundant wildlife where the drama of wild Africa is the stage.

Run by renowned safari guide Phil Berry, Kuyenda carries the essence of the old Africa now lost.

kaingo CampPO Box 57, Mfuwe Tel: +260 6 246 064 Email: info@kaingo.com www.kaingo.com

Kaingo Camp and Mwamba Bush Camp are the creations of the Shenton family, which has a proud history of three generations of wildlife conservation in southern Africa.

Kaingo Camp consists of six brick and thatch chalets, including two honeymoon suites with en-suite facilities and soaring skylights to the stars. Each chalet has an outdoor bathtub and a private deck overlooking the magnificent Luangwa River. All rooms have en-suite facilities.

Nestled discretely apart on the banks of the river, Kaingo’s chalets were designed with the sole purpose of transporting you safely into the world of the Luangwa without a single distraction. A special feature of Kaingo are the unique individual decks built out over the river in front of each chalet. From this relaxing vantage point one can view game coming down to drink, basking hippos, aquatic birds, crocodiles fishing, and daily elephant crossings.

The trademark of Shenton Safaris is the ingenious network of photographic hides offering exhilarating opportunities for close-up views of hippos, elephants and other wildlife. Visits to these hides are part of the three daily game viewing activities offered by the camps.

kapani safari Lodgec/o Norman Carr Safaris PO Box 100, Mfuwe Tel: +260 216 246 015 Fax: +260 216 245 025 Email: kapani@normancarrsafaris.com www.normancarrsafaris.com

Kapani Safari Lodge is a beautiful and permanent lodge situated on one of the many ox-bow lagoons in South Luangwa. It is the ideal place for visitors to spend their first night in Africa before moving on to the more rustic bush camps. Accommodation consists of eight standard suites and one Lagoon House, providing 18 beds in all.

The brick-built chalets have thatched roofs, spacious living areas, luxurious interiors and walk-in mosquito nets. The Lagoon House offers more spacious accommodation, private views and elegant furniture.

There is a main chitenge with a bar and lounge area. The lodge also has a swimming pool.

Activities include morning walks from Kapani, game viewing in open 4x4 vehicles and night drives with a spotlight.

Kapani is one of the Luangwa’s most historic lodges being the last home of the pioneer Norman Carr. It is base camp for the Norman Carr Safaris bush camps and a great option for the start of a safari and for families and small groups. It is also the ideal place from which to visit Norman Carr Safaris community projects including Yosefe School and the tree planting scheme.

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Luangwa Safari HouSec/o Robin Pope Safaris PO Box 80, Mfuwe, Zambia Tel: +265 (0)179 5483/4491 Fax +260 216 246 094 Email: info@robinpopesafaris.net www.robinpopesafaris.net

Designed by Neil Rocher, Luangwa Safari House is an extraordinary private house for up to eight guests comprising four large en-suite bedrooms situated about 1 km from Nkwali camp.

The house is constructed in traditional style from weathered leadwood and faced with locally cut stone.

The property is set on the edge of a seasonal lagoon and with a backdrop of the Chindeni Hills the game, including elephants and giraffe, which use the area to feed and water throughout the day.

Inside, the house is much more contemporary and has a very individual feel. The house has its own swimming pool and guests are provided with private vehicles, guides and an armed scout for walking safaris.

To ensure cuisine of the highest standard, a private chef and house manager are available to discuss menu planning and meals are arranged around the individual requirements of guests.

Luangwa riVer CaMPc/o Robin Pope Safaris PO Box 80, Mfuwe Tel: +265 (0)179 5483/4491 Fax +260 216 246 094 Email: info@robinpopesafaris.net www.robinpopesafaris.net

Luangwa River Camp is the latest addition to the RPS family. The property now comes with the usual standards synonymous with the RPS brand.

It is a 10-bed camp situated opposite the Luangwa Wafwa in the Upper Lupande GMA.

It has all the creature comforts of a five-star camp yet with all the intimacy, tailored activities and flexible mealtimes to be expected from a bush camp. It is quite like nothing else on offer in the Luangwa Valley.

The camp is unique with its decor of locally crafted and handmade details. The main area is elevated by between 1 metre and 3 metres on wooden decks affording great views to the park and river.

The swimming pool is sunk into the deck on two levels with a waterfall adjoining the two pools (one for swimming and the other for seating).

Seating areas are all elevated and open plan with a bar area as well as a dining and reading area.

Luangwa BuSH CaMPingc/o Robin Pope Safaris PO Box 80, Mfuwe Tel: +265 (0)179 5483/4491 Fax +260 216 246 094 Email: info@robinpopesafaris.net www.robinpopesafaris.net

Luangwa Bush Camping is an exclusive experience with Robin Pope Safaris, walking with the best of guides, dipping deeper into the bush from the fixed camps by camping out for a couple of nights, dinner and stories around the fire, simple but delicious food.

When staying at Tena Tena and Nsefu guests can walk between the two places for two or three days, camping on the way. This is simple camping but with that extra touch of comfort.

There are stand-up tents, mattresses on the ground, sheets and blankets, wash basin, shared 60L bucket shower, bush loo, full bar and food service, fully serviced camp (except laundry).

The walking is in one of the most lagoon rich areas of the Luangwa and hence the game is superb.

Debs Tittle, one of Zambia’s best, is the main guide and host at the exclusive and intimate camp of two to four guests with absolute personal attention.

Luangwa nortH CaMPP.O. Box 60616 Livingstone, Zambia Tel: +260 973 105 189 Email: info@feelingafrica.com www.feelingafrica.com

Luangwa North Camp is located on the banks of the Luangwa River, within the North Luangwa National Park. It offers five bungalows, each with a terrace overlooking the river.

All buildings are constructed two and a half metres above the ground, and are connected by footbridges, allowing visitors to fully enjoy the lodge’s services and its views in total safety. The highly qualified guides are all English-speaking and are assisted by expe-

rienced local scouts and trackers. The lodge has an enormous terrace of more than 300 square metres and views over the Luangwa River, where guests can view buffalo, hippo, elephants and even lions. Lunch is served in the shade of the restaurant, with its excep-tional views and candle-lit suppers are accom-panied by the sounds of the African night.

Lion CaMPBox 95, Mfuwe Tel: +260 216 246 024 Email: info@lioncamp.com www.lioncamp.com

Lion Camp, overlooking Lion Lagoon, is one of the few privileged lodges to be situated deep inside the South Luangwa National Park.

A maximum of 18 guests can be accom-modated in nine canvas-and-thatch chalets, which are raised on stilts. Each chalet features a private balcony, stylish interior and en-suite bathroom with shower and toilet. 220v inverter power is also available in each.

A system of lighted boardwalks links the chalets to the heart of the lodge; where a central boma with a fireplace is surrounded by the library, a small curio shop, thatched seating areas, and the bar. There is also a lower viewing deck and an infinity swimming pool.

Experienced and knowledgeable guides lead game drives and walking safaris.

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mWaLeshi CamPc/o Remote Africa Safaris Ltd PO Box 5, Mfuwe Email: tafika@remoteafrica.com www.remoteafrica.com

Mwaleshi Camp is an enigmatic walking camp that accommodates six guests within the North Luangwa National Park.

Situated on a scenic bend of the Mwaleshi River 10 km from the Luangwa confluence, this is a place of peace and simplicity, contrasted with stunning wildlife action.

The excitement of watching hyaenas hunting puku in front of camp, or observing herds of buffalo and Cookson’s wildebeest on

foot, are some of the great experiences of Mwaleshi Camp. A day trip to the Mwaleshi Falls upstream of the camp, has been rated by one travel writer as a top highlight in Zambia.

Combine a visit here with the other camps in the Remote Africa portfolio and create a truly unique and unforgettable safari. Seasonal operating dates are 15 June-31 October.

LuWi bushCamPc/o Norman Carr Safaris PO Box 100, Mfuwe Tel: +260 216 246 015 Fax: +260 216 245 025 Email: kapani@normancarrsafaris.com www.normancarrsafaris.com

Luwi Bushcamp is a seasonal camp nestled under huge mahogany trees on the banks of a permanent lagoon.

Accommodation is in four huts made of grass and thatch with polished mud floors. A small thatch provides shade over the bar area. Daytime meals are served in the shade of the trees with a view of the grassy plain that

normally attracts an abundance of wildlife.

There is a large lagoon adjacent to camp teeming with hippo and crocodile. This permanent water source attracts game from far and wide making the camp area constantly busy with animals.

mChenja bushCamPc/o Norman Carr Safaris PO Box 100, Mfuwe Tel: +260 216 246 015; 216 246 025 Fax: +260 216 245 025 Email: kapani@normancarrsafaris.com www.normancarrsafaris.com

Mchenja, meaning ‘the ebony tree’, is set beneath a magnificent grove of these trees on the banks of the Luangwa river.

The camp comprises four stylishly designed tents each under its own thatched roof, and each with private en-suite shower and bathroom facilities and inside bath. There is a small pool alongside the bar within the

thatched main chitenje, allowing guests to seek cool refuge during the heat of the day.

Mchenja is the perfect destination to complete a walking safari that has combined stays at a number of camps. Alternatively, guests seeking a more luxury and pampering may choose to combine a longer stay here, either walking or driving.

mfuWe LodgePO Box 91, Mfuwe Tel: +260 216 246 041 Cell: +260 978 770 055 Email: info@bushcampcompany.com www.bushcampcompany.com

Mfuwe Lodge is 3 km from the main gate of the South Luangwa National Park, and just a 45-minute transfer from Mfuwe International Airport. Each of the 18 thatched chalets overlooks one of the lodge’s two lagoons, which attract abundant game activity during the day and night. Enjoy early morning and evening game drives plus delicious dinners, perhaps eaten by candlelight under the

African stars while listening to lions coughing in the distance. Guests can also pamper themselves with a choice of treatments in the newly opened spa.

Day and night time safaris with an experi-enced and knowledgeable guide are provided daily. Mfuwe Lodge stays open during the Green Season.

mushRoom Lodge & PResidentiaL housePO Box 25, Mfuwe Tel: +260 216 246 117; 246 116 Fax: +260 216 245 063 Cell: +260 97 467 436 Email: info@mushroomlodge.com www.mushroomlodge.com

Mushroom Lodge and Presidential House is located inside South Luangwa National Park. The lodge has six double chalets built on the edge of the lagoon in a grove of African ebony trees. Each en-suite chalet comes with either twin or double bed options, a spacious

lounge and a minibar. Facilities include two showers, outside and inside, per chalet, plus a bath and separate toilet. Verandas on each chalet overlook the lagoon for safe and close-up viewing of birds and wildlife.

There is an open-air dining area with barbecue facilities, a swimming pool, lounge platforms and massage facilities.

mutinondo WiLdeRnessMpika Cell: 097 8198198 (SMS more reliable) Email: 2MWL@bushmail.net www.mutinondozambia.comlocated on the plateau 30 km west of the Luangwa Valley in Mutinondo Province, Mutinondo Wilderness is ideal for people who love peace and tranquillity in the bush. The area consists of 10,000 hectares of privately owned land encompassing pristine miombo woodland, granite inselbergs, crystal-clear rivers to swim in and drink from and picturesque waterfalls and dambos.

The lodge has four chalets, bar and dining facilities. Each building has is unique with its own view and character: two standard chalets, and a spacious family chalet.

There is also an adjacent campsite set on the edge of a wooded rocky outcrop, and a self-catering camp on the Mutinondo River, 11 km away with one grass-walled chalet and campsite.

maRuLa LodgePO Box 126, Mfuwe Tel: +260 216 246073, +260 974595838 Email: info@marulalodgezambia.com  www.marulalodgezambia.com

Marula Lodge is located right next to the main entrance of the South Luangwa National Park. The lodge’s comfortable, affordable chalets provide the perfect haven for a Zambian safari getaway.

On the outer perimeter of the camp, each chalet has just enough seclusion to make guests feel at home between busy game viewing drives.

There is a lovely swimming pool and back-packers are catered for in furnished riverside tents. At the hub of the camp are the lounge, dining room and bar with experienced chefs catering to all tastes, whether from the daily menu or the full-board fare using fresh local produce and plenty of imagination.

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NsoLo Bushcampc/o Norman Carr Safaris PO Box 100, Mfuwe Tel: +260 216 246 015 Tel/fax: +260 216 246 025 Email: kapani@normancarrsafaris.com www.normancarrsafaris.com

Nsolo is a romantic, thatched camp, situated on a bend in the Luwi sand river just three hours safari walk from Luwi Bushcamp.

Accommodation consists of four individually designed chalets each on raised wooden decks with high thatched roofs and private verandas. Game frequents a waterhole in the river-bed in front of the camp, often resulting

in exciting viewing from the comfort of your own deck or from the central chitenje that houses the bar and small camp library.

Nsolo is one of Luangwa’s more historic camps. It was sited by Norman Carr in 1987 and Shaddy, the manager of the camp and guide, has been walking from this camp for over 10 years.

mwamBa Bush campPO Box 57, Mfuwe Tel: +260 216 246 064 Email: info@kaingo.com www.kaingo.com

Kaingo Camp and Mwamba Bush Camp are the creations of the Shenton family, which has a proud history of three generations of wildlife conservation in southern Africa.

Wonderfully remote and peaceful, Mwamba Bush Camp is a relaxed 3-hour bushwalk or 20-minute drive from Kaingo. Mwamba takes only six guests in three reed and thatch chalets, uniquely designed with two soaring skylights set into the roof providing an experience sleeping under the stars. The bungalows have huge outdoors en-suite bathrooms with flush toilets and hot bucket showers. The lighting is all solar powered and the complete absence of generator noise means nothing interferes with the morning chorus or the midnight howls of the hyena.

The accommodation reflects a thoughtful balance between back-to-nature simplicity and essential comforts. Meals are of the same high standard as Kaingo, and the bush-style dining and bar area or ‘chitenge’ is set under the deep shade of huge ebony trees entwined with python vines. A spectacular sundowner spot on top of a large termite mound and a glowing campfire under the night sky completes the camp’s friendly and personal atmosphere. Like those at Kaingo Camp, guests have access to the ingenious network of photographic hides designed by Derek Shenton.

NkwaLi campc/o Robin Pope Safaris PO Box 80, Mfuwe Tel: +265 (0)179 5483/4491 Fax +260 216 246 094 Email: info@robinpopesafaris.net www.robinpopesafaris.net

Nkwali Camp is located on Robin Pope’s private land overlooking the Luangwa River and the National Park.

This is superb game viewing country, with a beautiful area of ebony woodland and open grass plains. There is accommodation for 12 guests in cool and spacious en-suite chalets made of thatch and woven bamboo and all with excellent views of the river.

Elephants often cross the river and guests can observe them from the large thatched bar and lounge area on the main terrace.

The area is also renowned for leopard and giraffe sightings. The thatched dining room sits in a parkland of large riverine trees and is located quite close to a waterhole that often attracts game during breakfast.

Activities from camp are focused on walking, game drives and night drives.

Nkwali Camp is the ideal starting point for any South Luangwa safari with Robin Pope Safaris.

Nsefuc/o Robin Pope Safaris PO Box 80, Mfuwe Tel: +265 (0)179 5483/4491 Fax +260 216 246 094 Email: info@robinpopesafaris.net www.robinpopesafaris.net

Nsefu was Zambia’s first photographic safari camp and, today, is still one of only two camps in the game rich Nsefu Sector, South Luangwa.

Nsefu accommodates 12 guests in the original rondavels, which have been extended and also offer spacious en-suite bathrooms. Each room has a clear view of the river.

The bar, tucked in beside a huge extinct termite mound, overlooks a waterhole that is popular with game, especially leopard.

The camp lies in the heart of the undevel-oped Nsefu sector and so offers remoteness and seclusion.

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RoBiN’s housec/o Robin Pope Safaris PO Box 80, Mfuwe Tel: +265 (0) 179 5483/4491 Fax +260 216 246 094 Email: info@robinpopesafaris.net www.robinpopesafaris.net

Robin’s House lies on the edge of Nkwali Camp. This private luxury house is ideal for families, honeymooners and guests looking for privacy.

Set apart from the camp and on the banks of the Luangwa River, Robin’s House has great views of the river and the animals that come to drink.

There are two large bedrooms (a double and a triple), each with its own bathroom, and a central sitting room and dining room.

A private kitchen and chef, along with a valet, ensures meals can be served where and when guests like.

To enhance the exclusive experience, guests also have a private guide and safari vehicle for the game-viewing activities.

saNctuaRy puku Ridge campc/o Sanctuary Retreats PO Box 218, Private Bag E891 Manda Hill, Lusaka Tel: +27 11 438 4650 Fax: +27 11 787 7658 Email: southernafrica@sanctuaryretreats.com www.sanctuaryretreats.com

Named after the elusive puku that inhabits the floodplain in front of the camp, Sanctuary Puku Ridge Camp is landscaped into a secluded ridge overlooking the Kukumba Valley. The diverse wildlife offers great oppor-tunities for photography. Guests can choose to explore on foot with a keen-eyed guide or go further afield in a 4x4 vehicle.

This is a small and intimate 14-bed camp with seven spacious canvas safari tents, all offering splendid views of the flood plains below. Each has a teak veranda with shady pergola, a lavish bathroom with bath and indoor and outdoor shower with views over the floodplains. All meals are table d’hôte, with a wide selection of dishes and served outdoors whenever possible, often around the campfire.

A full range of game drives in the National park in 4x4 vehicles with a knowledgeable guide. Game to be seen includes elephant, lion, leopard, wild dog, buffalo and giraffe. The transfer time from Mfuwe Airport is approximately 2 hours much of which is a game drive through the National Park.

saNctuaRy chicheLe pResideNtiaL Lodgec/o Sanctuary Retreats PO Box 218, Private Bag E891 Manda Hill, Lusaka Tel +27 11 438 4650 Fax +27 11 787 7658 Email: southernafrica@sanctuaryretreats.com www.sanctuaryretreats.com

Formerly a private presidential retreat, Sanctuary Chichele Presidential Lodge occupies a splendid hilltop location in the heart of the National Park, with vistas over the river plains teeming with game. Sanctuary Chichele Presidential Lodge offers a stylish country house atmosphere with discreet service, outstanding cuisine and a second to none game viewing experience even from the airy veranda.

Accommodation consists of 10 air condi-tioned rooms with en-suite bathroom which houses a bath and shower. The rooms enjoy wonderful panoramic views of the plains, while quality furnishings and finishes ensure the highest levels of comfort. All rooms are air conditioned with en-suite bathroom which houses a bath and shower.

Other facilities include a swimming pool and curio shop. All meals are à la carte, with a good selection of dishes, served in venues varying from an elegant dining room to scenic verandas and camp fire gatherings. Activities include 4x4 game drives and walks in the National Park.

pRotea hoteL chipataPlot 3126, Great East Road Chipata Tel: +260 216 222 905 Fax: +260 216 222 909 Email: reservations@phchipata.co.zm www.proteahotels.com

Protea Hotel Chipata is located on the outskirts of Chipata town, three hours drive from South Luangwa National Park and only 130 km from Lilongwe.

Ideal for both leisure and business travellers, the hotel offers 40 bedrooms with air conditioning, tea/coffee-making facilities, electronic safes and electronic door locks, telephone and DSTV.

A restaurant with an outside terrace area, bar and swimming pool are available as well as conference facilities for up to 100 delegates providing a superb environment for conferences, seminars, workshops, corporate functions, cocktail parties and product launches.

The hotel also offers free wireless internet access.

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tafika campc/o Remote Africa Safaris Ltd PO Box 5, Mfuwe Email: tafika@remoteafrica.com; reservations@remoteafrica.com www.remoteafrica.com

Tafika Camp is an authentic bush camp offering warm hospitality and a superior safari experience with amazing game viewing. Located just outside the Nsefu sector of South Luangwa National Park, Tafika is the home and base camp of John and Carol Coppinger’s owner-run company, Remote Africa Safaris. With six spacious chalets (including one family chalet) all built from natural materials, Tafika can accommodate a maximum of 14 guests

at any one time. Built round the trunks of stunning sausage trees these thatched chalets all have en-suite facilities with the showers open to the stars. Enjoy walking safaris, day and night game drives and unique mountain biking and microlighting. Combine a stay with other Remote Africa properties for the ultimate safari experience. Seasonal operating dates are 1 May-15 November.

tRack & tRaiL RiVeR campPO Box 72, Mfuwe Tel: +260 216 246 020, Cell: +260 (0)97 600 556 Email: info@trackandtrailrivercamp.com www.trackandtrailrivercamp.com

Track & Trail River Camp is an owner run lodge on the banks of the Luangwa River, five minutes from the main entrance of South Luangwa National Park. The company special-ises in photo safaris but also offers morning and/or night drives and walking safaris. There are four double storey chalets each with river views from a private balcony, high ceilings

and en-suite bathroom and sleep four people. The five luxury tents combine traditional style with modern comfort, a private veranda and en-suite bathroom. Track & Trail also offers the opportunity to go out with a wildlife photographer and professional safari guide. There is a specially equipped vehicle that takes individuals and groups wishing to focus on photography and wildlife.

wiLdLife campPO Box 53, Mfuwe Tel: +260 216 246 026 Email: info@wildlifezambia.com www.wildlifecamp-zambia.com

Wildlife Camp offers affordable packages, with rustic en-suite chalets, a secluded tented camp, a bushcamp for overnight walking safaris and a campsite, all situated on the banks of the Luangwa.

The camp is owner run and is situated on land owned by the Wildlife & Environmental Society of Zambia with 60 per cent of all accommoda-tion and camping proceeds donated to the education of Zambian children.

There are nine comfortable chalets, all with a veranda where guest can relax and watch the wildlife. The tented camp, with five en-suite tents under a thatched roof, is located beyond the campsite. The bushcamp has four twin tents and is located on the peninsula of the game management area. It offers guests the chance to experience an overnight walking safari.

teNa teNa campc/o Robin Pope Safaris PO Box 80, Mfuwe Tel: +265 (0) 179 5483/4491 Fax +260 216 246 094 Email: info@robinpopesafaris.net www.robinpopesafaris.net

Tena Tena Camp stretches along the banks of the Luangwa River under a beautiful and thick mahogany grove. There are plenty of natural lagoons in and around the area, where game come to drink. A large marquee hanging from the trees covers the camp’s main area. Here comfortable loungers are provided for guests to relax on, and watch game wandering on the opposite banks of the river.

A short distance below, on the edge of the Luangwa River, is the perfect setting for guests to enjoy sundowners and meals – often accompanied by a glorious African sunset and, occasionally, wallowing hippos.

The five tented bush camp remains true to its sense of being a ‘temporary home’. The rooms are spacious but cosy. The tents are on the top of the two tiered river bank hidden under the lush canopy and are set between leadwood poles. Each tent is adapted to its specific location so as to maximise the privacy in the rooms with a view across the river.

Like the old Tena, the rooms consist of a private veranda, dressing room, a large open air bathroom and outdoor shower. Overall, Tena Tena has four twin-sized rooms and one honeymoon room.

waLkiNg moBiLe safaRisc/o Robin Pope Safaris PO Box 80, Mfuwe Tel: +265 (0) 179 5483/4491 Fax +260 216 246 094 Email: info@robinpopesafaris.net www.robinpopesafaris.net

The RPS Walking Mobile Safaris have long been known as the best wilderness experience of the South Luangwa. After a night at Nkwali, the party, with a maximum of six guests drives, to the north of the park where they will walk for five days covering approximately 10 km a day, following the Mupamadzi River.

This clear river is a major tributary of the Luangwa. The area is remote and wild, the terrain and habitats varied.

The game includes species not normally seen on the Luangwa. From ants to buffalo, a bird’s nest to tracking a lion, guests will learn the many facets of the bush.

The fully serviced mobile camp is extremely comfortable and well-equipped with walk-in tents and full bedding. The shower is under a tree and the toilet is a bush loo with a wooden throne. Meals of a high standard are served under the open sky. A final night at Tena Tena or Nsefu completes the safari.

thoRNicRoft LodgePlot 589, PO Box 35, Mfuwe Tel: +260 (0) 216 246 247 Cell: +260 (0) 962 197 811 Email: info@thornicroft-lodge.com www.thornicroft-lodge.com

Thornicroft Lodge is a small independent lodge run by people who adore wildlife and care about the environment. The lodge is set in a beautiful location on the banks of Luangwa River, home to wallowing hippos and bathing elephants, and makes the most of its wonderful surroundings without compromising on comfort. While here guests can explore the untamed wilderness of South

Luangwa with unforgettable dawn, sunset and night drives in open 4x4s with some of Africa’s best safari guides. The main lodge is a spacious thatched semi-circle of sophisticated comfort. It’s an open-plan area that houses the dining area, indoor braai, lounge and bar. Accommodation is in one of the river view chalets or lagoon view tents

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Kafue National Park is one of Zambia’s most priceless

gems. The park is unrivalled in its bewildering

diversity of species, which includes mammals large

and small, from elephants to elephant shrews, as well

as birds and many others. Such amazing diversity (there

are over 100 species of dung beetle alone, for example)

and beauty will form the basis of an expanding tourism

trade and revenue for the government in the future.

Its value will increase as other such wild and beautiful

areas diminish in size and number.

amazing diversity makes kafue a real gemIt will, therefore, continue to attract visitors from all over

the world in growing numbers; and, unlike other revenue-

producing entities such as the mines, it is sustainable; it will

not eventually run out; but it needs protection.

Thriving

Unlike some other large national parks in neighbouring

counties, once famous for their splendid herds of animals

and their tourism industry, Kafue is thriving.

Animal numbers and species diversity are increasing

thanks to a combination of protection by Zambia

Wildlife Authority, greater investor confidence and more

investment. The new Minister of Tourism, the Hon. Sylvia

Masebo, has promised to help provide this protection and

has enlisted the support and cooperation of Zambia’s army

and air force in the region to help achieve this.

Woodland

The miombo woodland wildife areas on the central

plateau, such as Kafue, are different from the wildlife areas

By Chris McBride

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BusaNga Bush campc/o Wilderness Safaris Post Net 118, P Bag E835, Lusaka Tel:+260 977 740 363 Email: zambia@wilderness.co.zm www.wilderness-safaris.com

The Busanga Bush Camp is located in the north of Kafue National Park in the heart of the 750 sq km Busanga Plains – one of Zambia’s most important wetland areas and almost as remote as it’s possible to get.

The property is the bush camp associated with Lunga River Lodge and includes four thatched chalets each with en-suite shower and toilet.

The bar and dinning room are set under the shady canopy of large trees.

Activities include day and night game drives as well as game walks.

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in the lower bushveld regions, such as Luangwa and Lower

Zambezi. The two types complement one another well.

Luangwa and the Lower Zambezi have a high biomass and

low diversity, while the plateau parks have a low biomass

and high diversity.

Diversity

Visitors will see more animals in the lower areas, but the

diversity of species is less, while in Kafue the reverse is true,

with fewer animals but a greater diversity of species. For

example, Lichtenstein’s hartebeeste, roan, sable, eland and

others are miombo species, but generally do not occur in

additional informationactivities: Superb fishing, game drives, horse safaris, bird-watching – especially on the rivers and dambos

airstrips: Light aircraft airstrips at Ngoma, Puku Pan, Chunga, Hippo, Moshi and Lunga camps

Best time to visit: Dry season – April to October

wildlife found in this area: Lion, leopard, cheetah, side-striped jackal, civet, genet and various mongoose. Kafue River is also home to large numbers of hippo, crocodiles and water monitors. Birdlife: over 400 species have been recorded – these include; wattled crane, purple-crested loerie and Pel’s fishing owl. Fish: bream, barbel and pike

major attractions: Kafue National Park, Busanga Plains, Kafue Gorge, Lunga, Lufupa and Kafue Rivers

the low veld. Common to both areas are buffalo, elephant,

puku, zebra, wildebeeste, impala, warthog, lion, leopard,

cheetah and other carnivores.

Such remote and beautiful wild areas are becoming more

and more difficult to find, and they will become even rarer

in the future, so that Kafue National Park is likely become a

still more sought-after destination.

hippo LodgeKafue National Park Tel/Fax: +260 211 295 398 Cell: +260 978 877 388 Email: hippolodge@zamnet.zm www.hippolodge.com

Hippo Lodge is situated on the Kafue River and provides two types of accommoda-tion – thatched chalets or luxury safari tents, with open-air en-suite stone bathrooms. All accommodation is provided with hot water from wood-fired boilers.

Gourmet bush cuisine is prepared by a trained chef and served in an open dining room

overlooking the river. There is a fully stocked bar and swimming pool.

Guests can enjoy game drives, walks and fishing activities or simply relax by the pool. The main attraction is natural hot-spring.

There is an airstrip lies less than 2 km from the lodge.

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Lufupa RiVeR campc/o Wilderness Safaris Post Net 118, P Bag E835, Lusaka Tel: +260 97 774 0363 Email: zambia@wilderness.co.zm www.wilderness-safaris.com

Lufupa River Camp is located at the confluence of the Lufupa and Kafue River.

The camp features nine comfortable en-suite tents (two for families) and these are offered on a bed-and-breakfast basis.

Activities (at extra cost) include day and night drives adjoining the Kafue River and Lufupa Channel.

There are boat trips to view the area’s incredible hippo population and this is complemented by a constant array of colourful water birds, reptiles and other life. Guided nature walks and fishing excursions are also on offer.

Lufupa teNted campc/o Wilderness Safaris Post Net 118 P Bag E835, Lusaka Tel: +260 97 774 0363 Email: zambia@wilderness.co.zm www.wilderness-safaris.com

Lufupa Tented Camp is situated in the northern sector of Kafue National Park, near the confluence of the Lufupa and Kafue rivers.

The camp comprises nine en-suite Meru-style tented units each with a wooden deck. A central area, complete with a boma, fireplace, dining area and small plunge pool, lies on the edge of the broad Kafue River. Activities (at

extra cost) include day and night nature drives exploring prime game viewing areas adjoining the Lufupa Channel.

Boat trips reveal the hippo population of the area complemented by a constant array of colourful waterbirds, reptiles and lush riverine vegetation. Guided walks are also on offer.

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mayukuyuku Bush campEmail: info@kafuecamps.com www.kafuecamps.com

Mayukuyuku Bush Camp is situated just 8 km from the tarmac road which makes access all year round easy even with a two-wheel drive vehicle. Situated right on the the Kafue River, opposite an island, the views are spectacular. There are four luxury en-suite tents with open-to-the-stars bathrooms, private veranda and hammock overlooking the river.

Accommodation is either full board or ‘all inclusive’ with activities and park fees

included. As Mayukuyuku is so small, wildlife often passes right though the camp. The guides are highly trained in all aspects – mammals, birding, trees, flowers.

There is also a small campsite a short distance from the main camp. This camp is situated right in the park, not the game management area.

koNkamoya Lodgec/o Cookes’ African Safaris, Lusaka Email: info@cookesafricansafaris.com www.cookesafricansafaris.com

Konkamoya Lodge is run by Cookes’ African Safaris and is located on the banks of Lake Itezhi-Tezhi in the south of Kafue National Park.

Konkamoya consists of just three chalets, sleeping six people – ensuring a highly personal experience.

Game viewing is undertaken in either an open vehicle, by foot or by boat and is an ideal location for game-watchers, birders and anglers. Guests are taken out around the lake shores, fishing, for a sun-downer or even on

camping excursions to the company’s other fly camps within the park.

Access to the lodge is via Ngoma airstrip – a 50-minute flight from Lusaka Interna-tional Airport.

kafue RiVeR campKafue National Park Tel: +260 977 933 000 Email: kafueriver@iwayafrica.com www.kafueriver.com

The Kafue River Camp is situated in one of the most beautiful spots on one of the most beautiful rivers in Africa.

The camp is on the north bank of the river, opposite the Kafue National Park, in a game management area to the east of the confluence of the Kafue and Lunga rivers. The area around the camp includes some of Africa’s prime wildlife spots.

Select, small groups and individuals have the opportunity to stay in catered comfort in the four luxury chalets at the camp. These are nestled under the splendid trees on the banks of the river.

Here guests can enjoy game drives, walks and fishing activities or simply relax on the deck out over the river next to the thatched chitenge.

kapiNga campc/o Wilderness Safaris Post Net 118, P Bag E835, Lusaka Tel:+260 977 740 363 Email: zambia@wilderness.co.zm www.wilderness-safaris.com

Kapinga Camp is situated in the remote Busanga Plains area of Kafue National Park.

Kapinga is a small camp with just four Meru-style safari tents for only eight guests.

Each tent has a four poster bed, en-suite bathroom fitted with double copper basins, inside and outside showers and flushing toilet.

The main lodge has a circular plunge pool set

in a sundeck overlooking the plains. Meals are served in the relaxed open-sided dining area, which also boasts great views.

Game activities include day and night drives in and around the Plains, but due to the open terrain walking is not an option.

kaiNgu safaRi Lodgec/o PO Box 160, P/Bag E891, Post.Net Manda Hill, Lusaka Tel: +32 478 485 029 Email: info@kaingu-lodge.com www.kaingu-lodge.com

KaingU Safari Lodge is situated on the Kafue River about 200 km upstream of its confluence with the Zambezi.

KaingU is open year-round and comprises a family house and four luxurious and en-suite Meru-style tents set under thatch. The property has been designed specially to blend with its surroundings.

The focal point of the lodge is the central boma with its lounge, dining room and bar facilities that all overlook the river.

KaingU prides itself on being an activities-based lodge and there is always plenty to do from game-watching to fishing and birding.

There is also a campsite with ablution block, washing up and braai/barbecue facilities.

LeopaRd LodgeTel: +27 82 416 5894 Fax: +27 12 993 2095 Email: info@leopard-lodge.com www.leopard-lodge.com

Leopard Lodge is a family run, secluded luxury game lodge, located on the banks of the Kafue River in a game management area of Kafue National Park. The lodge is well known for its excellent game viewing with elephants, lion and leopard often seen around the lodge.

Game viewing is done either in a game drive vehicle, on foot, in a canoe, from a boat or from the lodge’s deck that extends over the Kafue River.

The lodge consists of five well appointed luxury chalets which are individually sited to ensure for privacy.

Leopard Lodge is committed to responsible tourism and conservation of the environment, while creating opportunities for local people and businesses.

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the pLaiNs campKafue National Park, Zambia Email: info@mukambi.com www.mukambi.com

In the middle of the renowned Busanga Plains lies The Plains Camp, a small-scale luxurious bush camp.

The camp has four big en-suite safari tents, each with breathtaking views over the Busanga Plains. This is how a safari is meant to be.

Small scale and with eye for detail and for a maximum of eight guests, the camp can give visitors the attention that they need. The staff at the camp are ready to show guests the Busanga Plains.

Karen Blixen said: ‘If there was one thing I could do again, it would be to go on safari. Guests can be one of the privileged to experience the unique remoteness of ‘The Plains Camp’.

ZamLodgec/o PO Box 830039 Mumbwa, Central Province Email: info@zamlodge.com www.zamlodge.com

Set in the heart of Kafue National Park, Zamlodge is surrounded by untamed wilderness.

Accommodation at Zamlodge includes a self-catering campsite, en-suite and traditional chalets with ablution blocks equipped with hot and cold showers, firewood is supplied at the braai areas. The lodge offers a wide range of tourist activities with a wealth of game near the lodge.

Activities include walking safaris, boat cruises, fishing and game viewing. This is just a small selection of activities that guests can choose from with the additional service of massage therapy, such as body oil massage.

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New kaLaLa campKafue National Park Tel: +260 213 263 179; 265 375 Fax: +260 211 290 162 Email: petsas@newkalala.com info@newkalala.com www.newkalala.com

Situated on Lake Itezhi-Tezhi and bordering the Kafue River, New Kalala Camp is set on a cliff edge in 50 acres of privately owned land.

After the original Kalala was swept away by the growing waters of the lake, a higher more suitable location was chosen for its replace-ment.The camp comprises 13 chalets, a camp site and conference facilities. All rooms are

self-contained and feature minibar and air conditioning.

Kalala guarantees luxury accommodation and privacy as well as lavish hospitality and good service.

mcBRides’ campKafue National Park Email: mcbrides.camp@uuplus.net; charlotte.mcbride@uuplus.net www.mcbridescamp.com

McBrides’ Camp is located in one of the last true wilderness areas of Zambia, at the confluence of the Rivers Mushingashi and Kafue. Cleverly built around established wildlife paths, the camp is regularly visited by animals such as elephant, hippo and lion.

The camp managers, Chris and Charlotte McBride, have spent many years in the bush and are passionate about wildlife. Chris has written several distinguished books about lions.

The camp specialises in walking safaris, river trips by boat. Chris and Charlotte accompany guests and share their knowledge of the flora and fauna.

Accommodation consists of eight private thatched two-person chalets with en-suite bathrooms. Each chalet has a unique view, either of the river or the bush.

NaNZhiLa pLaiNs safaRi campKafue Tel: +267 72 123 002 Email: info@nanzhila.com; reservations@nanzhila.com www.nanzhila.com

Nanzhila Plains Safari Camp is located in the southern sector of Kafue National Park and is a small and intimate camp with only three cottages and three safari tents, all with en-suite facilities.

The Nanzhila area is host to a variety of plains game including the majestic sable antelope

and is also home to roaming packs of wild dogs and the elusive leopard. Nanzhila is also a birders paradise.

Out of the 500 bird species recorded in the Kafue National Park, the majority are found in the south including the black-cheeked lovebird which is endemic to the region.

mukamBi safaRi LodgeKafue National Park Email: info@mukambi.com www.mukambi.com

Located centrally in Kafue National Park Mukambi Safari Lodge is right on the banks of the Kafue River. Viewing decks, accommo-dation and swimming pool overlook the river.

An easy and casual atmosphere with the flex-ibility a small lodge can offer makes the days varied and exciting. Game drives, boat and fishing trips along with walking safaris where guests are likely to see elephant, lion, leopard, cheetah, puku, hippo and many other mammals. Also the park hosts an incredible

variety of birds. Together with good food and friendly staff the comfortable accommoda-tion will make any stay unforgettable.

Mukambi is affordable, open all year round and it can be easily reached. Transfers can be arranged.

puku paN safaRi Lodgec/o 24 Mwapona Road Woodlands Ext, Lusaka Tel: +260 211 266 927 Email: info@amazingzambia.com www.pukupansafarilodge.com

Puku Pan Safari Lodge is located alongside the Kafue River. All eight cottages are built along the Kafue and have en-suite bathrooms, verandas overlooking the river and enjoy electricity, and separate shower and/or bath, toilet and hot water.

The bar and dining areas also overlook the river providing spectacular views and there is also a sheltered viewing area with comfortable seats

on the swamp and pools at the back of the lodge. There is also a campsite with shower and toilet block and a viewing deck, which has been constructed down river from the lodge. A family cottage for two couples plus children is available. The Lodge offers opportunities for game viewing (on foot, by vehicle or by boat), birding and fishing in the Kafue River.

shumBa campc/o Wilderness Safaris Post Net 118 P Bag E835, Lusaka Tel: +260 9 7774 0363 Email: zambia@wilderness.co.zm www.wilderness-safaris.com

Shumba Camp is located in the centre of the Busanga Plains – a game rich area with high predator concentrations. Named after a pride of lions, the camp comprises six spacious luxury safari tents on platforms with views of the surrounding plains. The large en-suite rooms have both indoor and outdoor showers. To take advantage of local views, the dining and

bar area is elevated. There is also a cosy boma where guests can enjoy elements of local Zambian culture and many meals are prepared and cooked on the fire in front of the guests enhancing the safari experience. Emphasis has been placed on the ‘guided’ experience. Guests have the option of game drives in and around the Plains and night drives.

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Lake kariba

chete isLaNd safaRi LodgeLake Kariba Tel: +260 979 415 594 Email: reservations@cheteisland.com www.cheteisland.com

Chete Island Safari Lodge is a deluxe tented property hidden away on the largest island in the western reaches of Lake Kariba and offshore from Sinazongwe village.

Comprising eight Meru-style tents nestling in a secluded bay, each unit is under thatch with en-suite bathrooms, running hot and cold water, mahogany beds and furniture.

The lodge is equipped with swimming pool with views of neighbouring islands and the distant shore line. Good food and a well-stocked bar are the hallmarks of life at Chete Island. This is a wild water wilderness and part of Chete National Park. Chete Island is otherwise uninhabited and abounds in wildlife antelope and more than 170 species of birds.

chikaNka isLaNd campPO Box 630162, Choma Tel: +260 32 20 169 Fax: +260 32 20 054 Email: gwemsaf@zamnet.zm

Chikanka is a privately owned 600-acre island located about 10 km south west of Chete Island and 8 km from the mainland.

The lodge is made up of three twin-bedded chalets each equipped with flush toilets and hot and cold water, mosquito nets and battery-powered lights. There are good self-catering facilities including a fully equipped kitchen and the services of a full-time cook plus fridge, freezer, gas stove and braai.

There is also a large thatched dining room, sun deck and a small swimming pool.

A rowing boat and two-man canoes are provided for fishing trips in the bay and around the island. Other activities include birdwatching.

Lake Kariba claims to be Zambia’s freshwater

riviera – and in many ways the description is true.

Shared by Zambia and Zimbabwe and located

just two hours’ drive from Lusaka, the Zambian capital,

Lake Kariba is the world’s largest manmade lake, with a

surface area of 5,580 sq km and a total length of 300 km.

The ‘freshwater riviera’ is a fun short-stay destination,

with fine hotels and plenty of water sport activities. And

it’s a destination that is growing in popularity among local

people and foreign visitors alike.

plenty of attractions on ‘freshwater riviera’

Most of the lake’s hotels are located around the resort town

of Siavonga. There are eight properties on the Zambian side of

the lake. Visitors also have an opportunity to go on a lake cruise,

with regular sailings by the 21-cabin ‘Southern Belle’, operated by

Protea. There is also a selection of houseboats, self-catering chalets

and campsites with a choice of accommodation to suit all budgets.

Impressive

In terms of things to do, a visit to the towering Kariba Dam

is a must for many visitors. The fishing is also impressive,

with tigerfish aplenty. There is even an annual and very

popular tigerfish competition. Most of the lakeside

properties have boats available and fishing tackle for hire.

Unfortunately – and disappointingly – it is not possible to

swim in the lake because of crocodiles.

additional informationactivities: Houseboats, leisure and sports fishing, visit to the Batonga cultural village, water sports, boating oppor-tunities,

Best time to visit: All year round

wildlife found in this area: Tiger fish and bream

major attractions: Kariba Dam Wall spectacular views, stunning sunsets, crocodile farm

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Lake kariba

maNchiNchi Bay LodgePlot 283, Sinadambwe Road PO Box 115, Siavonga Tel: +260 211 511 283 or 511 218 Fax: +260 511 218; (Lusaka): +260 211 220 220 Email: info@manchinbaylodge.com www.manchinbaylodge.com

Manchinchi Bay Lodge is located on a secluded peninsula in Siavonga. It offers 30 fully air conditioned double rooms, all en-suite, equipped with bar fridges and satellite TV. All rooms have private verandahs providing both privacy and superb lake views.

The ‘Breezes’ restaurant offers fine cuisine

in an elegant setting. ‘The Fisherman’s Folly’ cocktail bar is a great place to meet friends.

The swimming pool overlooks the lake and there are conference facilities for up to 60 people and up to a 100 for banqueting, cocktails and receptions.

The cruiser ‘Manchinchi’ provides guests with a variety of options to enjoy the lake.

Lake kaRiBa iNNsSiavonga Tel: +260 211 253 768 Fax: +260 211 252 518 Email: info@karibainns.com www.karibainns.com

Lake Kariba Inns sits on a hillside overlooking Lake Kariba and offers 41 air conditioned rooms of which 23 have lounges and the others are single rooms. Each has DSTV, split air conditioning. There are four VIP rooms, each with its own lounge, bar, veranda, and semi-private pool, and one executive chalet.

Well known as a conference destination, Lake Kariba Inns offers four state-of-the-art

conference rooms – all set in well-established and tranquil gardens. The hotel has a fully equipped business centre with wi-fi.

All rooms have split air conditioning systems and bathrooms. The hotel owns a variety of boats for hire for trips up the lake for fishing, floating facilities, and peddle boats for cruising around the bay.

eagLes Rest ResoRtPO Box 1, Siavonga Tel: +260 211 511168 Cell: +260 978 869 126 Email: eagles@siavonga-zambia.com www.eaglesrestresort.com

Eagles Rest Resort is situated on the shores of Lake Kariba and close to Siavonga. Set in four hectares, the resort is nestled in a secluded wooded area on the shores of the Lake with beach frontage and magnificent views to the Matusodona Mountains. All chalets are fully mosquito proofed and air conditioned.

The restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner, while the swimming pool has a shady

patio. There’s a thatched bar on the beach where you can relax with a beer or two. There is also a camp site situated among the trees complete with hot and cold showers and toilets.

Eagles Rest is also the home of the 20-metre houseboat Bateleur, which sleeps up to 12 and has a crew of four.

Lake safaRi LodgePO Box 5, Siavonga Tel: +260 211 511 148 / 024 Email: lakesafari@gmail.com www.lakesafari.com

Lake Safari Lodge is situated on Lake Kariba and is the ideal location for holidays, workshops, conferences and seminars.

All 70 en-suite rooms are air conditioned and have a patio or balcony overlooking the lake.

All rooms offer one king or two double beds, accommodate a maximum of three guests and have refrigerators. The restaurant, bar and pool all have excellent views. There is

an outdoor swimming poolsand 24-hour internet connection.

All three conference rooms are also fully air conditioned and seating arrangements for up to 300 delegates are optimised for maximum sound and visual input.

the Bay hoteLSiavonga Tel: +260 978 731 623, +260 211 511 136

The Bay Hotel at Siavonga is located on the shores of Lake Kariba. With its 20 double en-suite rooms nestling in trees under the hillside, the lodge provides a comfortable scenario for seminars, workshops, a weekend getaway or holiday.

The lodge is one of the longest established in the area, and has recently been refurbished.

Spacious conference facilities are available while the sparkling pool overlooks the lake.

Take a canoe out on the lake for spectacular

sunsets or visit the dam wall.

The hotel also offer a beach, swimming pool, restaurant, beach site, boat cruises, a boat house, and jet-sking.

ViLLage poiNt LodgeLotri Bay, PO Box 135, Siavonga Tel: +260 979 278 676 Email: mail@jamiehope.com; nessylewis@yahoo.co.uk www.village-point.com

Village Point Lodge is a small and fabulously simple eco-style property set in 20 hectares at Lotri Bay some 40 km along the shores of Lake Kariba from Siavonga. The lodge was built, and is run, by Jamie and Vanessa Hope.

Village Point Lodge provides a variety of accommodation for up to 16 guests ranging from four stylish two-storey luxury chalets, with stunning lake and mountain views, to

an eco-village with bush shower. The lodge offers good food, drink and above all a peaceful sanctuary.

A pod of resident hippos and many species of birdlife can be enjoyed by guests as well as bush walks and cultural village tours.

Camping facilities are also provided and these enjoy panoramic views of Lake Kariba.

southeRN BeLLec/o Plot 517, Siavonga Tel: +260 211 511 638 Fax: +260 211 511 639 Email: reservations@phsouthernbelle.co.zm www.proteahotels.com

Southern Belle, operated by Protea Hotels, is one of the largest houseboats in Southern Africa. Southern Belle has three decks offering 21 en-suite cabins as well as a conference room (with private veranda) for up to 30 people and is the ideal venue for corporate retreats. Each spacious cabin offers satellite TV and air conditioning.

The vessels also has a lobby, sundry shop, restaurant and bar, top deck (also with bar)and a swimming pool.

Ideal for both leisure and business cruises with spectacular views, stunning sunsets as well as a range of activities or wonderful relaxing holidays just soaking up the sunshine.

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Up in the far north and a long way from

anywhere is a largely undiscovered part of

Zambia. Sometimes hard to reach, but always

worth the effort, the Northern Province (covering

one fifth of the country) and Luapula Province are

wide-open spaces with limited accommodation.

Yet Lake Tanganyika has Zambia’s only PADI dive centre

as well as truly exceptional fishing for Nile perch, salmon,

a vast area of undiscovered beautytigerfish and yellowbelly. An indication of the lake’s

bountiful nature is the fact that the Zambia National

Fishing Competition is held at Nkamba Lodge and Ndole

Bay Lodge each year.

Game viewing is largely restricted to the 2,000 sq km

Sumbu National Park, with significant numbers of elephant,

hippo, puku, roan, sable, eland, warthog and bushbuck.

There is a chance to view sitatunga in the Kampasa

rainforest. Lion, leopard and buffalo are also present.

Spectacular

Zambia’s only privately run game reserve, Kasanka National

Park, is also in northern Zambia. Managed by the Kasanka

Trust, the park and associated Bangweulu Wetlands are

famous for the annual migration of fruit bats. The birdlife in

northern Zambia is spectacular, giving enthusiasts an oppor-

tunity to view species not found elsewhere in the country.

In addition to Lake Tanganyika, there are Lake Mweru and

Lake Nabeul; wetlands; and the waterfalls of Lumangwe,

Kabwelume, Kalambo and Chishimba.

Northern & central provinces

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Getting to northern Zambia by road can be difficult. There

is a tarmacked road all the way from Lusaka to the port of

Mpulungu and there will soon be a 40 km road link from

Mbala to Lake Tanganyika.

The gravel road from Kawambwa and Kasama via

Mporokoso is in good condition, as is the gravel road

from the Luapula River valley via Kaputa on Lake Mweru

Wantipa. Construction of a new road from Mbala to

Kasaba Bay got under way in 2010. The bitumen road from

Kasama via Mbala to Mpulungu is also in good condition.

Visitors can charter a light aircraft and use Kasaba Bay

in Sumbu National Park, while Proflight operates twice-

weekly flights to the provincial capital, Kasama, from both

Lusaka and Ndola.

Bangweulu

Bangweulu (meaning ‘where the water meets the sky’) is

one of Africa’s, if not the world’s, leading wetland systems.

It consists of three distinct parts: Lake Bangweulu, the

Bangweulu Swamps and the Bangweulu floodplain.

Lake Bangweulu is about 75 km long and up to 40 km wide

and covers an area of about 3,000 sq km, although it is

very shallow. During the rainy season the lake expands and

overflows into the swamps and the floodplain. Bangweulu’s

many lagoons and channels act as a brake on the nearby

Luapala Valley becoming flooded in the rainy season.

Northern & central provinces

As might be expected, Bangweulu is a vital conserva-

tion area with a rich biodiversity of waterbirds and other

bird species as well as impressive herds of endemic black

lechwe and other animals such as elephant, buffalo,

tsessebe, reedbuck, oribi and sitatunga.

Birdwatchers can expect to see shoebill stork (seasonal),

wattled crane, spur-winged goose, sacred ibis, glossy ibis,

black-crowned night heron, and lesser-known species such as

the white-cheeked bee-eater, swamp flycatcher, pink-throated

longclaw, Fulbourne’s longclaw and Denham’s bustard.

Accommodation is provided by Shoebill Island Camp,

which has five thatched tents and reed cottages. The camp

is accessible only by boat for much of the year, but in the

dry season guests can drive to the camp. They can also go

and day and night game drives and walking safaris.

kasanka National park

The Kasanka Trust charity runs the 390 sq km Kasanka

National Park in Central Province under a formal agreement

with the Zambia Wildlife Authority (ZAWA). The trust

employs about 90 local staff.

In 1986 Kasanka was the first Zambian park to be privately

managed. Today, this small, well-run park can boast well

additional informationactivities: Hobie cat sailing, island boat trips and fishing

Best time to visit: All year round; for game viewing – May to October

wildlife found in this area: Shoebill, black lechwe, Lichten-stein’s hartebeest, reedbuck, waterbuck, Sharpe’s grysbok

major attractions: Lake Bangweulu, Kasanka National Park, Kalambo Falls, Lake Tanganyika

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Northern & central provinces

over 100 mammal species, because animals have returned

after a long period of poaching and hunting.

The park has several claims to fame. It is probably the best

place in Africa to spot the shy and aquatic sitatunga. There

are thought to be up 1,000 sitatunga in the park. The blue

monkey is another attraction. Leopard are common and no

longer face competition from lion and hyena. Then there

are two species of otter, plus caracal, serval and honey

badger as well as several species of mongoose.

Bat migration

But Kasanka is even more famous for its bat migration,

which occurs each November with the arrival of the first

rains. Up to eight million bats come to roost in what is

said to be the highest-density mammalian biomass on the

planet and the largest migration of any species. The bats

are attracted to the ripening of local wild fruit. In turn,

the bats provide a seasonal source of food for a variety

of predators.

Lastly, Kasanka offers some of Africa’s finest birdwatching,

with over 450 species recorded, many of them rare or

uncommon elsewhere in Zambia, in what is a compara-

tively small area.

There are only two permanent lodges in the park: Wasa,

on the bank of Lake Wasa, and Luwombwa, close to the

airstrip. There are also three campsites.

Nsumbu National park

Covering 2,000 sq km and situated on the shores of Lake

Tanganyika, Nsumbi National Park combines game viewing

with some of the world’s best freshwater fishing.

This is one of Zambia’s lesser-known parks and, in the past,

access to this remote area has been a problem; but recent

road improvements have gone a long way towards solving

this problem.

There is also an airstrip at Kasaba Bay for charter flights

from Lusaka and Ndola.

Like many other Zambian parks, Nsumbu is undergoing a

period of recovery and animal numbers are on the increase

once more. Reasonably common are sable, roan, buffalo,

bushbuck, reedbuck, waterbuck, serval, impala, hartebeest,

zebra, hyena, jackal, puku, warthog and, in the water,

crocodile and hippo. Rarer are the blue duiker, elephant,

lion, leopard and sitatunga.

The majority of visitors come for the fishing, however.

Ferocious tigerfish weighing up to 35 kg and even bigger

catfish and Nile perch can be found in plentiful numbers

in the lake.

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BaNgweuLu Bay Lodgec/o 13 Chindo Road, Lusaka Tel: +260 211 266 927 Cell: +260 977 780 080 Email: amazingzambia@zamnet.zm www.amazingzambia.com

The Bangweulu Bay Lodge offers an unusual experience in a landlocked country like Zambia: white sandy beaches.

This is the perfect place to relax after a safari. The lodge has its own scenic harbour and a mangrove thicket is treasured by vervet monkeys.

The lodge has easy access to the unusual ecosystem of the Bangweulu wetlands; the only place to find the endemic black lechwe, and one of the best places to see the rare shoebill.

shoeBiLL isLaNd campc/o Kasanka Trust Ltd PO Box 850073, Serenje Email: wasa@kasanka.com www.kasanka.com

With panoramic views over the swamps, Shoebill Island Camp takes its name from the rare and enigmatic shoebill stork that can be seen in the area.

Managed by the Kasanka Trust, the camp offers accommodation in safari tents under thatch roofs and reed cottages; each with 2 beds, an en-suite shower and flush toilet. There is also a campsite here for those who prefer a real bush experience.

Boating can be arranged in banana boats or dugout canoes, and takes guests deep into the swamps in pursuit of the elusive Shoebill.

Contact the team at Kasanka to find out the best times to visit.

isaNga Bay LodgePrivate Bag 12, Mpulunugu Email: isangabay@gmail.com Tel.+260 96 664 6991; 97 7393 868 www.isangabay.com

Isanga Bay Lodge is a place to relax and enjoy the spectacular views over the vast ocean-like Lake Tanganyika and savour the delights of the calm waters while swimming, snorkelling, scuba diving, kayaking, fishing or water skiing.

In terms of accommodation, there are three chalets located on the beach and three rondavels set in the lodge gardens with stunning views of the lake.

All guest rooms have en-suite bathrooms with hot showers.

LuwomBwa Lodgec/o Kasanka Trust Ltd PO Box 850073, Serenje Email: wasa@kasanka.com www.kasanka.com

Luwombwa Lodge is located on the banks of the Luwombwa River in the western half of Kasanka National Park.

Overlooking the meandering river, fringed with evergreen forest, the en-suite chalets can accommodate up to five people.

With a dining area and fully equipped kitchen, guests can sample the cuisine prepared by the Kasanka chefs, or simply bring their own food to be prepared by the team.

Canoes and motorboats can be also be hired with guides from here.

kapishya hot spRiNgs Lodgec/o Shiwa Safaris Ltd PO Box 1, Shiwa Ng’andu Tel: +260 211 229 261 Fax: +260 211 229 261 www.shiwasafaris.com/kaishya.html

Kapishya is a secluded six chalet lodge with 12 beds (families can be accommodated four to a room). The main attraction of Kapishya is its natural, sulphur-free hot springs.

The property is situated on the Estate of Shiwa Ngandu (The Africa House) and is set along the banks of the Mansha River.

Kapishya has a bar and a restaurant. The lodge has 220 volt electricity available 24 hours a day.

There are various activities available at Kapishya and on the estate – river floats, game drives, visits to the manor house, horse riding and bird walks. The property also welcomes self-caterers and campers.

shiwa houseShiwa Ngandu Estates PO Box 1, Mpika Tel: +260 975 314 814 Email: reservations@shiwangandu.com www.shiwangandu.com

Shiwa Ng’andu is an English-style mansion house built in remote central Zambia by an eccentric Englishman, Sir Stewart Gore Brown, and depicted in the book ‘The Africa House’ by Christina Lamb.

Sir Stewart died in 1967. Shiwa then fell into disrepair. But in 1999, it was bought by his grandson and then returned to its former glory. Shiwa House accommodates four to five

couples. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms and are simple with original hardwood furnish-ings and paintings. Fireplaces are lit every night and the atmosphere at Shiwa is unique.

The food is good, simple and wholesome and the stunning gardens are kept in their former glory.

NdoLe Bay LodgeCell: +260 961 124 917 Sat Tel: +88 2165 207 7085 Email: info@ndolebaylodge.com www.ndolebaylodge.com

Nestled amongst lush tropical vegetation Ndole Bay Lodge offers visitors a singular African experience on the shores of a unique lake.

Situated just outside Nsumbu National Park the lodge allows access to the untamed wilderness, while still having the freedom of a private beach safe to swim from.

The lodge is built entirely from natural

materials with thatched roofs. All rooms are discreetly situated within the riparian vegetation opening onto an exclusive beach.

The central thatched area serves as a dining and bar area and there is a fully stocked bar with competitive prices and a large pool for cool dips between serious relaxation.

wasa Lodgec/o Kasanka Trust Ltd PO Box 850073, Serenje Email: wasa@kasanka.com www.kasanka.com

Wasa Lodge lies on the edge of Lake Wasa in the eastern half of Kasanka National Park, just 12 kms from the park entrance at the tarmac road. It is ideally suited for visiting the hide at Fibwe (just 15 minutes’ drive or two hours’ walk away) and has a fine view with puku, hippo and sometimes even sitatunga visible from the lodge.

The lodge also has a central hub, housing a bar, a dining room, a reception area and

a veranda overlooking the lake. All of the intimate chalets have en-suite bathrooms, and are thatched in a traditional style.

Northern & central provinces

62 DESTINATION Zambia

copperbelt

The Copperbelt is Zambia’s industrial and

commercial heartland and the source of much

of the nation’s wealth. This area comprises five

towns of which the most prominent are Ndola, Kitwe,

Chingola, Luanshya and Mufulira.

Kitwe is Zambia’s second-biggest city and Ndola its

third-biggest. Kitwe is also the end of the line for

passenger rail services.

key commercial centres in industrial heartland

The importance of this area cannot be understated, but it

is dominated by mining rather than tourism, so accommo-

dation is geared to business travellers.

Perhaps the most picturesque of the five towns is Chingola,

home of the delightful Nchanga Golf Course, once rated 14th

best in the world outside the United States. Its owner, Konkola

Copper Mines, is committed to spending many millions of

dollars revamping and upgrading this truly great course, which

in 2011 staged the Zambian Open Golf Tournament.

Wildlife orphanage

About 60 km from Chingola is the Chimfunshi Wildlife

Orphanage, providing a home for over 100 orphaned

chimpanzees.

Ndola is the location of the region’s international airport,

with good connections to Lusaka, Johannesburg and

Nairobi. The town has a large business district as well as a

range of good shops, and one of its principal attractions is

the annual Zambia International Trade Fair in July.

Ndola is home to the Copperbelt Museum, with many

fascinating exhibits relating to the region’s mining sector.

The Dag Hammarskjöld Memorial, just 10 km from Ndola,

marks the place where the United Nations Secretary

General died in a plane crash during the Katanga crisis in

Republic of Congo in 1961.

additional informationactivities: Nchanga Golf course (Chingola), Visiting the copper mines

airports: Daily flights from Lusaka to Ndola and Solwezi

Best time to visit: April-November

wildlife found in this area: There are no national parks in area

major attractions: Copperbelt Museum (Ndola), Lake Chilengwa, Dag Hammerskjöld Memorial, Chembe Bird Sanctuary, Chimfunshi Chimpanzee Sanctuary

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eagLe guest house22 Frazer Crescent, Riverside PO Box 22165, Kitwe Tel: +260 212 229 748 Fax: +260 212 230 557 Cell: 096 784 895; 780 320 Email: eagle@zamnet.zm www.eagleguesthouse-kitwe.com

Eagle Guest House is a family owned and run accommodation in Kitwe, set in a quite crescent away from the noise of Kitwe, but close enough to be be near all the major attractions.

Each guest room is tastefully furnished, with posturepaedic mattresses and satellite TV. The facilities on offer include a swimming

pool, large lounge and verandah area, bar and Internet.

sheRBouRNe guest house20 Pam Road, Parklands PO Box 21058, Kitwe Tel: +260 212 222 168 Fax: +260 212 226 477 Cell: +260 955 782 778 Email: booking@sherbourne.co.zm www.sherbourne.co.zm

Sherbourne Guest House is situated in a convenient location in Kitwe’s Parklands surbub, a beautiful residential neighbourhood just 10 minutes walk from the Kitwe town centre. The property is aimed at guests looking for peace

and tranquillity, a place to renuvenate in a secluded and relaxed environment. Guests can kick-start their day with a complimentary full English breakfast. A dinner and lunch menu is also available on request.

All rooms are air conditioned and have 24-hour broadband wireless internet available, digital satelite TV and 24-hour security.

hoteL ediNBuRghObote Avenue PO Box 21800, Kitwe Tel: +260 212 222 444; 0978 141 682 Fax: +260 212 225 036 Email: reservations@edinburgh.co.zm www.edinburgh.co.zm

Hotel Edinburgh was built and opened for business in 1960, just before Zambia’s inde-pendence. Throughout the 70s and 80s, it ranked among the highest placed in Southern Africa for its design and quality of service.

The hotel provides 24-hour room service, fully secured car parking facility, a casino, a swimming pool and wi-fi in all guest rooms.

The hotel consists of 76 en-suite rooms including a presidential suite, two luxury suites, two executive suites and one honeymoon room. There are also smoking, non-smoking rooms and rooms for guests with disabilities. In terms of fine dining the Isle of Skye restaurant serves tasty food throughout the day. For drinks try the Highlander Bar or the Caledonia Bar.

mukwa Lodge26/28 Mpezeni Avenue, Kitwe Tel: +260 212 224 266/277 Fax: +260 212 230 389 Email: mukwa@zamsat.net; info@mukwalodge.co.zm www.mukwalodge.co.zm

Originally a beautiful colonial house, Mukwa Lodge is situated just two minutes drive from the centre of Kitwe and 45 minutes from Ndola International Airport.

Although the lodge is close to the centre of the city, the sound of traffic is almost non-existent and it is a secure haven of peace and tranquility.

The lodge offers luxury accommodation and a fully licensed restaurant for visitors or business executives.

There are 13 luxury suites available, opening onto either the indigenous garden or over-looking the swimming pool. Each suite has an en-suite bathroom.

moBa hoteL & coNVeNtioN ceNtRe Plot Y 842, Ndola Dual Carriage Way PO Box 23125, Kitwe Tel: +260 212 251 134; 212 251 136 Email: reservations@mobahotel.com; info@mobahotel.com www.mobahotel.com

Moba Hotel & Convention Centre is a contemporary and luxurious hotel with a sense of warmth and friendliness. Situated along the busy Ndola-Kitwe highway, five minutes drive from Kitwe’s central business district, yet the hotel overlooks lush green

countryside and the Kafue River.

Guest rooms provide a peaceful environment and a double, twin, suite and family options are available. Each room is complete with flat screen TV and tea and coffee making facilities. Wireless Internet is also available at no extra cost.

mukuBa hoteLTel: +260 212 651 000/2/3 Fax:+260 212 651 007; 651 012 Email: mukhotel@zamtel.zm mukhotel@microlink.zm www.mukubahotel.com

Set in 16 acres, Mukuba Hotel is a ranch style retreat 10 minutes away from the city of Ndola and 4km from the airport.

Known as the ‘Gem of the Copperbelt’, the hotel has a charm and quality that keeps guests returning time and again. Throughout the grounds a resident herd of impala wander, which charm and entertain guests. In terms of accommodation, there are 52 well-

appointed rooms that have been designed to provide comfort and convenience.

The Chondwe Restaurant seats 120 people and is famous for its sumptuous gourmet meals. The hotel also offers excellent conference facilities.

copperbelt

pRotea hoteL chiNgoLaPlot 1857, Kabundi Road, Chingola Tel: +260 212 312 810 Fax: +260 212 313 510 Email: reservations@phchingola.co.zm www.proteahotels.com/chingola

Chingola, the most picturesque of the Copperbelt towns, is where Protea Hotel Chingola offers 40 air conditioned rooms with tea/coffee making facilities, electronic safes and electronic door locks, telephone and DSTV.

The excellent restaurant offers a selection of local and international cuisine, with al fresco dining on the covered terrace and the hotel’s split level bar is the perfect place for a relaxed get-together.

Conference and banqueting facilities are available for up to 120 delegates, while the gardens make an ideal venue for weddings, private functions and events.

Sport and leisure activities include swimming and the nearby championship golf course at Nchanga. Free wireless internet access available.

The Protea Hotel Chingola is only 10 minutes from the nearest airport.

destination map

West Lunga National Park

Liuwa Plain National Park

MUMBWA

NDOLA

ZAMBEZI

MONGU

KITWE

Ngonye Falls

SENANGA

KAZUNGULA

VictoriaFalls

LIVINGSTONESINAZONGWE

Siavonga &Kariba Dam

KAPIRI MPOSHI

MFUWE

KASAMAKAWAMBWA

Sioma Ngwezi National Park

Lower Zambezi National Park

North Luangwa National Park

South Luangwa National Park

Nsumbu National Park

Lukusuzi National Park

Mweru WantipaNational Park

LakeMweru

Lake Bangweulu

Lake Kariba

Zambezi River

Lochinvar National Park

T1

T2

T3

T4T2

Isangano National Park

Kasanka National Park

Lusenga Plain National Park

Blue Lagoon National Park

Lavushi Manda National Park

Nyika Plateau National Park

Luambe National Park

Kafue National Park

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ANGOLA

NAMIBIA

BOTSWANA

ZIMBABWE

MOZAMBIQUE

MALAWI

TANZANIA

BURUNDI

RWANDA

DEMOCRATIC REPUBLICOF CONGO

LUSAKA

LakeTanganyika

Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park

AFRICA

SOLWEZI

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