Shumba Camp is located in the heart of the wildlife paradise of the Busanga Plains, in Kafue National Park, Zambia. Placed on the edge of a 'tree island', Shumba Camp, has six tented rooms and offers lovely views as well as great game viewing.
Highlights
Head out early to find the famous "tree-climbing lions" of Busanga!
Relax around the refreshing plunge pool in the heat of the day
Stay in one of Zambia's most luxurious lodges in this pristine area
Busanga Plains is the best place in Zambia to find the elusive cheetah
The Busanga Plains are one of Zambia’s most significant wetland resources and one of the few areas in the world untouched by development and human activity. The plains are home to a wealth of game and therefore a big attraction to predators - including wild dog, cheetah and prides of lion.
The seasonal camp is designed to blend in with the environment and natural materials have been used as much as possible, to great effect. The six luxury rooms have spacious interiors with all the modern conveniences one could ever want or need. Tents and the main area are all shaded by a canopy of majestic fig trees, on raised wooden platforms to enhance the panoramic view across the plains. Gentle, muted colors of aqua and sand characterize the main area, comprising a lounge, dining area, camp fire and small pool under a shady tree.
The guides are famously knowledgeable and take guests on game drives in and around the plains; night drives offer the added excitement of the nocturnal wonders of the area. This camp is perfectly situated to see the antelope that make the Plains their home: lechwe, the ubiquitous puku, stately roan antelope, as well as the diminutive oribi. Herds of wildebeest, zebra and buffalo are all commonly seen, as well as smaller groups of Lichtenstein's hartebeest. This wealth of game is also a big attraction for predators, including wild dog, cheetah and prides of lion. A birder's special, the Böhm's Bee-eater, can be seen in the parking area of the camp!
When to visit
A birder's special, the Böhm's Bee-eater, can be seen in the parking area of the camp.
Plan your trip
Our team of travel specialists are waiting to help you book your next adventure
Inquire NowShumba Camp is situated in the north-west corner of the vast Busanga Plains of Kafue National Park in Central Zambia. Surrounded by open floodplains dotted with palm and fig tree-filled islands.
Limitless Zambia
Soak up the unique beauty of Zambia as you take the road less traveled to the majestic Zambezi River and Kafue National Park. Journey by road and helicopter as you experience two of the most exclusive game safaris in these gorgeous wilderness settings. You will be amazed by the wide-open plains, captivating wildlife and the mesmerizing river as you relish in the sheer abundance of luxury, knowledgeable expertise and exclusive experiences as you take in the very best that Zambia has to offer.
Ntemwa-Busanga Camp
Ntemwa Busanga Camp is a small, rustic bush camp located on the northern edge of Kafue National Park. Although slightly more basic, this camp is very comfortable and has a much more 'real' feel to it, giving you a more intimate safari experience.
Game Drives in Kafue
Interpretive game drives in open vehicles allow guests to view large numbers of plains game such as 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.
Boating safaris
Seasonal boating excursion in the Busanga channels.
