Tented Camps · Northern Kafue, Zambia
Busanga Plains Camp
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Overview
Collide with nature on the Busanga Plains, one of the last truly unspoilt havens for wilderness in the world.
Situated in the North of the Kafue National Park, the Camp is an exhilarating 6 hour drive from Mukambi Lodge, through the National Park. The Camp is seasonal due to the fact that it is in the flood plains, attracting animals all year round. To access the Camp, you will have to walk the last 100m on foot, crossing over a foot bridge to bypass a permanent water body.
The Plains camp features four luxurious tents nestled amongst the trees on one of many islands, providing ideal privacy. The dining area and extended walkway offer a majestic view of the remarkable "Two Fig" on the bordering island, while a campfire extends warmth in the chilled nights after supper and fresh mornings to watch the sunrise as the herds of lechwe graze. Enjoy a warm atmosphere in the dining area during meal times, with food and service fit for kings.
Spend your daylight hours with our exceptional guides while they lead you through the plains in search of all there is to see, including lion, cheetah, elephant, hippo, zebra, roan, sable, wildebeest, hartbeest, eland, buffalo, puku and an utterly endless array of birdlife and vegetation. Spend sundowners at one of several ideal locations and take in all the splendour of the Plains before dusk.
The Busanga Plains Camp offers the perfect balance between relaxation and excitement, and the staff are all on-site to make your stay as welcoming and enjoyable as possible. This is a true release from the 'hustle-and-bustle' of everyday life, and The Plains Camp allows you to thrive in the absence of civilisation in a way that can't be experienced anywhere else in the world.
Suites & Rates
Suites and villas
Luxury Safari Tent - Twin
The Plains Camp offers an immersive experience with its two fully furnished twin bedroom tents, each featuring an en-suite bathroom and a cozy sleeping capacity for two. Nestled on an island amidst the expansive...
Luxury Safari Tents - Double
The Plains Camp offers an immersive experience with its two fully furnished double bedroom tents, each featuring an en-suite bathroom and a cozy sleeping capacity for two. Nestled on an island amidst the expansive...
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Accommodation & amenities
Detached Private Bathroom, Electrical Outlets, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah
Languages spoken
English
Ideal for
Adventure, Birding, Flora, Hiking, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife, Wine
On-site activities
Bird Watching, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Night Drives, Safaris, Walks (Guided), Wildlife Tours
Services
24-hour Security, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary)
Property facilities
Communal Dining, Internet Access (Complimentary), Pool, Vegetarian
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Activities
Activities
Game Drive
Life in Busanga Plains Camp begins quite early, where guests begin their day with a light breakfast before heading out into the wilderness to explore. Guests are often spoilt for choice between game drives and walking safaris and both present unique opportunities for great animal encounters. Our game drives take place in the morning and in the afternoon/evening. Morning drives allow guests to head out and catch game still on the move during the cooler hours of the day. Midway through the drive there will be a brief stop to allow guests to stretch their legs and have some tea/coffee before continuing with he drive and heading back to camp. Afternoon drives begin late afternoon once it is a bit cooler. This is usually when game begins to be more active providing a better chance of spotting some of the more elusive animals. The drive is also a combination of a night drive which offer an opportunity to spot some of the nocturnal animals found on the Plains. The guide will fire up his spotlight after sundowners and try and find the animals with it before heading back to camp.
Walking Safaris
Walking in the Busanga Plains is an experience like no other. The vastness and openness of the Plains makes for some great game viewing on foot. Game is alot easier to spot on the Plains and observe from a safe enough distance. Walks are only done in the morning to avoid the heat of the day and generally last about 3hrs. Along the walks guides will educate their guests on the smaller aspects of the bush that they tend to miss whilst in a vehicle. As they walk they will also encounter a variety of game and the guide will keep guests safe and informed at all times.
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