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(work paving it should begin in mid 2013) also heads all the way to to Lake Itezhi-Tezhi
and the accommodation there.
CAMPGROUND, CHALET
KaingU Safari Lodge $$$
( in Lusaka 0211-256992;
www.kaingu-lodge.com
; campsite per person ZMW127, full
board & two activities ZMW1905; year-round; )
Experienced African travellers
will especially love this remote camp set on a magical stretch of the Kafue River - broad
but filled with lush islands among the rapids, providing lots of nooks and crannies to ex-
plore (pathways lead to a
dambo
hide and a few croc-free bathing spots), with delightful
birdwatching. The four tastefully furnished Meru-style tents raised on rosewood platforms
with stone bathrooms overlook the river and have large decks to enjoy the view. Families
can opt for the large high-ceilinged two-bedroom chalet with its own kitchen, living room
and outdoor shower.
There are also three campsites, each with its own well-kept thatch ablution and
braai
facilities. Before, all wildlife drives were in the GMA, but now they can be done across
the river in the park; however, it's the river that's the highlight and two-day to week-long
fly-camping canoe (large inflatable ones) safaris are offered.
For those not paying all-inclusive rates, activities are ZMW127. Contact KaingU for
driving directions from the Lusaka-Mongu Highway. Charter flights can land at Chunga,
the nearby airstrip.
Puku Pan Safari Lodge $$
( in Lusaka 0211-266927;
www.pukupansafarilodge.com
; campsites per person
ZMW156, chalets incl full board & one activity per person ZMW1090; year-round)
A
low-key, no-frills Zambian-managed compound beautifully situated overlooking the
hippo- and croc-filled river. The eight somewhat rustic mud and thatch cottages have ver-
andahs and the campgrounds have hot showers and clean ablutions blocks. Out back over-
looking the swamps and the hunting concession that surrounds the property is a boma
viewing area with wicker chairs and a hammock. Walking safaris (ZMW106) and boat
trips (ZMW132) are available as well as the usual wildlife drives.
For independent drivers, take the road to Itezhitezhi, which is clearly signposted; after
50km you'll need to sign in at the Mwengagwa scout post, and a couple of kilometres
after that there's a clearly marked turn-off to the lodge. Then it's about another 40km
through woodlands and past an airstrip before you reach the lodge. Transfers from Lusaka
(ZMW260) and pick-ups from the highway near Mukambi (ZMW518) are available;
prices are per vehicle.
CAMPGROUND, CHALET
