Nanzhila Plains Safari Camp is a new development located on the site of the old Nanzhila Rest Camp built in the late 1950's, in the remote and seldom visited southern sector of Kafue National Park. The area is best known for its lush woodlands of Miombo, Zambezi Teak and Mopane, the beautiful plains and the stream that runs through it, after which our lodge is named. Nanzhila Plains offers excellent opportunities to see the healthy populations of a number of antelope species including Roan and Sable, Reedbuck, Defassa Waterbuck, Oribi, Hartebeest and Eland as well as all the major carnivores, with a particularly strong population of Wild Dog and Cheetah. The birdlife is phenomenal throughout the year, and sightings can almost be guaranteed of the endemic Black-cheeked Lovebird, the Wattled Crane, Ground Hornbill and Saddle-billed Stork amongst others.
Currently the lodge is able to accommodate up to 8 guests in 4 well appointed thatched cottages. Built to make the most of the tranquil surroundings, they have been built to blend discreetly into the undergrowth without compromising the magnificent views in front of the lodge. The cottages are spacious, have en-suite facilities of hot shower and toilet and have been tastefully decorated and provide everything one need's for comfort and peace without compromising on the sense of being close to nature.
The raised, thatched Boma is situated under the shade of a huge Jackelberry Tree (African Ebony). It houses the lounge and dining area, bar and verandah, with a stunning and elevated view of the dambo, whilst on the adjoining Kjope we have positioned our communal open-air fire place which is the focal point of the evening activities where guests can enjoy a warm fire, a cold drink, good fellowship and the sounds of the African night.
ACTIVITIES
The following activities are offered:
• Twice daily game drives in our custom developed open 4-wheeldrive vehicles
accompanied by our licensed and professional guides in the
company of an armed ZAWA scout.
• Guided walks - birding, bush trails, etc..
• Visits to Lake Itezhi-Tezhi and cultural visit to Shezongo village
(by special arrangement)
• Night drives
At Nanzhila Plains we try and accommodate all our client's wishes and as such do not have a fixed daily routine. If our clients simply wishes to relax at camp and enjoy the lodges hospitality, or want to spend as much time as possible exploring the area and its wildlife, then so be it, this is what we call the “Nanzhila Experience”, you govern the pace of your holiday, not us! If you are not fussed however and “go with the flow” a typical daily itinerary would be as follows:
05.30 – Wake-Up Call
05.45 - 06.15 – Coffee, Tea and Rusks in the Boma
06.15 - 09.30 – Game Drive or Morning Walk
09.45 – Full Breakfast
10.30 - 13.30 – Rest and relaxation
13.30 – Lunch - light and cold
14.00 - 15.30 – Relax on the deck or take a siesta
15.30 – Tea in the Boma
15.45 - 19.00 – Game Drive or Afternoon Walk
20.00 – Dinner
21.00 – Night Drive with spotlight
