Kasaka River Lodge (Lower Zambezi National Park (Zambia)

Location:

Kasaka River Lodge is located opposite Mana Pools World Heritage Site on the banks of the Zambezi River in Zambia. The deck is high on the banks of the river and provides a spectacular viewpoint for watching the sunset and activities on the River. The dining and bar areas are shaded by large Tamarind trees. The camp is built on private property in the Chiawa Game Management area, approximately six km from the Lower Zambezi National Park boundary.

The name Kasakasaka is a Tonga word meaning a small bush specifically relating to the combretum or Jesse Bush of the famed Chongwe Jesse Bush thickets.

Accommodation:

This is a small, exclusive camp accommodating only sixteen guests in eight large well ventilated mosquito proof tents under shade cloth.

All chalets overlook the Zambezi River. Each tent is raised on a slasto plinth and offers maximum privacy.

All chalets have spacious en suite shower and toilet facilities with ample storage space.

Four of the chalets including the honeymoon suite are connected by elevated walkways which allow for easy movement of elephants within the camp.

The honeymoon suite is very special with a large double bed and open air bath looking directly onto the river.

Facilities:

The dining room overlooks the Zambezi River in an open sided tented chitenge and is cooled by the shade of large Tamarind trees.

Occasionally guests are treated to a surprise dinner setting in the National Park during their game drive. Meals are created to international standards and we cater for all preferences.

The well-stocked pub and adjacent lounge provide for an excellent view of the river and islands

Activities:

Day and night game drives in open 4x4 vehicles with licensed guides
Canoeing
Hiking in the Zambezi escarpment
A massage on the banks of the Zambezi
Boating and sundowners on the Zambezi River
Angling for the renowned Zambezi tiger and vundu and a variety of other fish

Activities which need to be pre-arranged are:

Game walks with an experienced guide
Hiking in the Zambezi escarpment
Painting Safaris with one of Zambia's top wildlife artists
Two nights of pampering for ladies! Inclusive of the services of two lady professionals from Face Facts, (Reflexologist and Aesthetician) who offer facials, pedicure and manicures, full body massage and reflexology. Weekends include full board and one activity per day.

Getting There:-

There are three options available depending on your preferred mode of travel

ROAD: - by road in a 4x4 vehicle only from Lusaka via Chirundu and across the Kafue Pontoon to the camp, a distance of 220 km taking between 4-5 hours.

ROAD/BOAT: - by road to Kanyemba Lodge at the Zambezi/Kafue River Confluence and then onward transfer by boat for some 60 kms, the total trip taking approximately 4 hours

AIR: - the quickest and most enjoyable is by air charter from Lusaka International Airport to the Royal Airstrip, a flight of no more than 25 minutes. However, a baggage limit of only 10kgs in soft bags per guest is permitted.

Rates:

Please contact us for a suggested itinerary and quote

African Safari Consultants
1042 Willow Creek Road # A101 - 240
Prescott, AZ 86301