Purple Roller Safari: Summary
Purple Roller Safari in a nutshell
A similar size to Wales, Kafue National Park is a remarkable destination, home to a great diversity of habitats and terrain. Its differing environments shelter a range of species, and sightings of both birdlife and game can be highly rewarding, although often not as readily available as in parks like South Luangwa or the Lower Zambezi.
The somewhat greater challenge of pursuing wildlife in the Kafue, coupled with the park's lower visitor numbers, helps makes this safari feel truly offbeat. Guests will experience a tremendous sense of seclusion in the wild, enhanced by the remote and contrasting locations of the two sister camps, Musekese and Ntemwa-Busanga Camp, and their range of activities.
Musekese occupies a superb location at the centre of the park; indeed, its owners were praised for venturing into such a previously unexplored area when it was first established. Here, day and night 4WD game drives are possible, as well as boating and fishing trips along the Kafue River. The main emphasis, however, is on walking safaris, where guests might venture on foot with experienced guides into regions inaccessible for vehicles.
At Ntemwa-Busanga, you'll explore the woodland areas surrounding Busanga Plains, where birdlife is prolific and antelope species like roan and sable roam. Sharing the same high standards as Musekese, Ntemwa offers simpler accommodation in keeping with the adventurous, rustic appeal of the trip.
At a glance
| Starts: | Lusaka International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| 3 nights | Musekese Camp - Kafue National Park, Zambia | Full Board |
| 3 nights | Ntemwa Busanga Camp - Kafue National Park, Zambia | Full Board |
| 2 nights | Musekese Camp - Kafue National Park, Zambia | Full Board |
| Ends: | Lusaka International Airport |
Musekese Camp
Kafue National Park, Zambia
Ntemwa Busanga Camp
Kafue National Park, Zambia
Musekese Camp
Kafue National Park, Zambia
Highlights
Our thoughts on five of the top experiences of this Purple Roller Safari.
- Watching elephants from Musekese's treehouse hide
- Spinner fishing from Musekese's boat
- Seeing African skimmers flit above the rivers
- Sighting cheetah lounging on Busanga Plains
- Seeking leopards during nocturnal moonlit drives
Activities
Some activities which can be included in the Purple Roller Safari: talk to us about those which interest you.
4WD Safari
Birdwatching
Boat trip
Fishing
Guided walking safari
Night drive
Key species to see on the Purple Roller Safari
Based on our travellers' observations, we’ve estimated the likelihood of seeing these species during the Purple Roller Safari. Click on the animals and our wildlife surveys page for more info.
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