Northern Kafue Safaris

The Busanga Plains and the Lunga River – the wild and the secretive – this is the Northen Kafue

Unspoiled Zambia: From the Famous Busanga Lion Plains to the secretive Lunga River wilderness.

Our two Northern Kafue Safaris camps operated by Everwild, offer complimentary safari experiences in the Northern Kafue to our 2 Nanzhila Safaris camps in the south to offer 4 completely different and unqiue Kafue experiences. Kasonso Busanga is located in the heart of the magnificent Busanga Plains, a vast seasonal wetland renowned for its intensive game viewing, including herds of Red Lechwe and highly visible lion prides. In contrast, Lunga Kikuji Camp is tucked away in the dense riverine vegetation on the banks of the Lunga River, focusing on seclusion, tranquility, and water-based activities like birding, boating and fishing. While Kasonso is characterized by open plains and concentrated animal action, Kikuji provides an intimate, slower-paced safari centered on the river’s rich biodiversity and superb birding. Both are small, intimate bush camps with just four tents each.

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What to expect at these two camps in the northern Kafue?

Ultimate Ecosystem Contrast: Experience the dramatic shift from the open, expansive Busanga Plains (savanna/wetland) at Kasonso to the dense, lush riverine habitat of the Lunga River at Kikuji.

World-Class Lion Encounters: Kasonso is famous for its unique Busanga Lion prides, often seen moving or hunting on the floodplains, providing incredible photographic opportunities.

Specialist Water Activities: At Kikuji, you can enjoy river-based boat cruises for game viewing, excellent fishing for bream and pike and peaceful sunset drifts, complementing the game drives.

Exclusivity and Intimacy: Both camps feature only four tented suites each, guaranteeing an uncrowded experience, personalized service, and private sightings in Zambia’s largest national park.

Specialized Wildlife: See huge herds of the endemic Red Lechwe, charasmatic lion prides and relaxed Roan Antelope at Kasonso, combined with sightings of hippo, elephant, and shyer mammals along the Lunga River at Kikuji.

Kasonso Camp is situated in a prime position in Kafue National Park and has to be one of Africas best kept secrets as this Park is the largest and oldest in Zambia.

– Geoff T, Sydney, August 2025

KAsonso busanga CAMP

Four Exclusive Tents Overlooking Kafues Most Game Rich Savanna

Kasonso Busanga is strategically positioned in the central Busanga Plains, which is globally recognized as the finest wildlife viewing area in Kafue National Park. This seasonal location—typically open from Mid-June to Mid-November—ensures guests arrive during the peak concentration of game when the floodwaters have receded.

CAMP CAPACITY

8 beds in 4 chalets

POWER & CONNECTIVITY

Solar & Wifi in the main area

ACTIVITIES

Game Drives, Walks, E-bikes

CAMP LOGSTICS

By road or charter to Busanga Airstrip

LUNGA KUKuji CAMP

A Birder and fishermens Haven: Explore the Kafues Riverine Wilderness on Foot and by Boat.

Lunga Kikuji Camp is celebrated as the most secluded and remote camp in the portfolio, offering a completely different habitat experience. It is situated deep in the riverine vegetation on the banks of the Lunga River in Northern Kafue, providing a tranquil and water-focused retreat.

CAMP CAPACITY

8 beds in 4 chalets

POWER & CONNECTIVITY

Solar & Wifi in the main area

ACTIVITIES

Game Drives, Birding, Boating and Fishing

CAMP LOGISTICS

By road or charter to Hippo Airstrip

What makes the Northern Kafue camps worth visiting?

Three things you will appreciate when visiting the Northern Kafue:

01.

The Ultimate Kafue Contrast

Experience the massive ecological diversity of Northern Kafue, transitioning from the vast, open seasonal wetlands of the Busanga Plains (at Kasonso) to the dense, lush riverine wilderness along the Lunga River (at Kikuji). This dual-location approach ensures a complete view of the region’s diverse habitats and wildlife.

02.

Unrivaled Exclusivity

Both camps are highly selective and small, featuring only four tents each. This guarantees an intimate, uncrowded, and highly personalized safari experience, led by expert local guides who ensure exceptional focus and attention during every game drive, walk, or river cruise.

03.

Land and Water Safaris

The itinerary offers a perfect blend of activities. You will enjoy intense predator and plains game viewing (lions, red lechwe, roan antelope) at Kasonso, complemented by specialized water-based safaris (boating, fishing, and dedicated birding excursions) along the tranquil Lunga River at Kikuji.

What other camps combine well with the Northern Kafue?

The Luangwa: Luambe Horizons for 3 nights and / or North Luangwa Skybeds for 3 nights.

The Southern Kafue: 3 nights at Nanzhila Lake Camp and 3 nights at Nanzhila Plains Camp.

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