Busanga Bush Camp

Busanga Bush Camp lies in the heart of the Busanga Plains of Kafue National Park, Zambia. This is a vast mosaic of expansive grassy seasonal floodplains. The plains extend to the horizon. Most often, the mist will rises off the floodplains as they dry up in winter.

Wilderness Busanga Bush Camp epitomises an authentic and intimate, Zambia luxury safari in remotest South-Central Africa: Kafue National Park’s Busanga Plains.

Tucked under sycamore fig trees on an island in the heart of the Busanga Plains, this exclusive four-tent camp is the ideal base for watching an unparalleled wildlife extravaganza unfold.

If you’re looking for an authentic Zambia safari tour experience in the wild, Busanga Bush Camp delivers beyond your wildest dreams.

Witness epic territorial exchanges between the famous prides of lions that make its 750 square kilometres of annually inundated grassland home.

Go on thrilling game drives with our knowledgeable guides and learn about the animals that this vast land hosts.

Many incredible sunrises and sunsets are experienced here. On the other hand the floodplains and dambos teem with wildlife and birds. Busanga Bush Camp is a seasonal luxury camp that is operations between 1st June to 31st October.

Busanga Bush Camp is hidden on a tree-island of sycamore fig trees. This luxury Zambia safari camp has four well-appointed en-suite tents. Each tent has a veranda to take in the sweeping views.

The lounge and bar area is under canvas with an uninterrupted view out over the plains. A little further back is the dining area. This is shaded by the canopy of a majestic tree.

It is from the trees that an unusual lantern chandelier hangs. It romantically lights up dinner here. Most meals at Busanga Bush Camp are served in the open air.

Wildlife at Busanga Bush Camp

The Busanga Plains are famed for its productive prides of lion. Other predators seen here include wild dog and cheetah. They are drawn to the prolific plains game of the area.

Puku, red lechwe, buffalo and wildebeest are just some of these plain games. There is a special treat at Busanga Bush Camp which is the resident herd of roan antelope. As the floodplains dry out more and more game is attracted from the surrounding woodlands.

It is then that zebra numbers increase and sable venture out onto the plains. Hippos are also abundant and often found in large pods in the channels. For those interested in birding, Kafue National Park, Zambia, boasts 491 bird species. These include as the endemic Chaplin’s barbet.

Things to do at Busanga Bush Camp

Activities at Busanga Bush Camp include day and night game drives. This is led by qualified guides who are extremely knowledgeable about the area and its wildlife. You will also enjoy boating during the early part of the season. Hot air balloon safaris run from August to October.

Game drives

Interpretive game drives at Busanga Bush Camp is in open vehicles. This allow guests to view large numbers of plains game.

The game here include puku, red lechwe, buffalo and wildebeest and even the rare roan antelope. The famous lions of Kafue, cheetah and wild dog are also to be seen.

Guided night drives

This is led by a highly trained and knowledgeable guide,. Night drives offer a glimpse into Busanga Plains’ unique, nocturnal world. A diverse range of species may be seen at night. They include genet, civet, owls and occasionally the elusive leopard.

Hot Air Balloon Safari

The most exclusive wildlife ballooning in all of Africa is offered here. This activity allows you to take to the skies in style. Gaze over scenic splendor, watch hippo playing far below and fly eye-to-eye with an eagle.

This experience is complimentary for guests who stay three nights or more night. Hot air balloon safari always ends with a champagne breakfast. It runs between the months of August to October.

Boating

This is done early on in the season. It is when the Busanga Plains are still covered in much water. A boating excursion during this time allows for exploration of the channels and their life.

Specialist birding safari

Kafue National Park boasts 491 bird species. This includes the endemic Chaplin’s barbet. Birding enthusiasts will be spoilt for choice on a specialist birding safari in Zambia. The area is also alive with rollers, bee-eaters, kingfishers, herons and large flocks of storks among others.

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Facilities

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