Take in spectacular views of the Luangwa River from your perch high above on its bank

Kakuli, meaning old buffalo bull, was the nickname given by locals to Norman Carr, the pioneer of Zambia walking safaris.

Its five bright and airy safari rooms (including a two-bedroom, two-bathroom family safari room) are designed to make the most of the panoramic setting, each offering a feather-top bed, indoor and outdoor showers and a covered open-air seating area. The elevated main lounge overlooks the river and a permanent lagoon. Watch wildlife visit for a drink, take a deep breath and admire the sweeping vistas.

The camp makes a great base for exploring by vehicle and on foot, with a resident lion pride, a seasonal colony of jewel-like carmine bee-eaters and the most sightings of leopards in a single drive every year. During the lush emerald ‘green season’ venture out by boat and on foot to enjoy some of the best opportunities for wildlife and landscape photography.

LEFT KAKULI

Camp information

  • Need to know
  • Camp Amenities
  • Location
  • Walking Routes
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Open Season

1 Jan to 31 Mar, 20 May to 15 Nov

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Accommodation

4 Safari Rooms + 1 Family Safari Room (2 bedroom, 2 bathroom)

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Connectivity

Solar Power + WIFI in safari rooms

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Fly-in

2 hour game drive transfer from Mfuwe Airport

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Child Policy

Children of all ages welcome

  • 4 safari rooms – one bed, one bath
  • 1 family safari room – two bed, two bathroom
  • Indoor and outdoor showers
  • Private verandah with sweeping views
  • Double or twin configuration
  • Fans in the bedrooms
  • Solar power
  • Wifi in the safari rooms, not in the main area
  • Main lodge – dining areas, lounge, library, bar and campfire

South Luangwa map

South Luangwa Walking routes Map

WHAT TO SEE AND DO AT TIME + TIDE KAKULI
Day and Night Drives
Day + Night Game Drives
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Walking Safaris
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Sleepout Under the Stars
Boating safari in Zambia
Boating safaris (seasonal)
Family Safari
Family Safari Activities
Foundation
Learn About Our Foundation
Local Cuture
Cultural Experience
BOTTOM KAKULI
Your stay with us
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  • Rates include all meals, standard bar drinks, accommodation, transfers to / from local airport, local inter-camp road transfers, game-viewing activities, laundry and service charge.
  • Activities include: Game drives (day and night), walking safaris, cultural visits, family activities, and boat cruises (seasonal).
  • Rates exclude entry visas, spirits, reserve wines and champagne, flights and spa treatments.

from $880 per person

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"The authenticity and remoteness of the seasonal camps will be a special experience that I will long to return to.  There really is no place on earth that you can really escape like you can at the seasonal camps.  Falling asleep at Kakuli to the distant lion roars and waking to the call of the fish eagle - really what a magical walking safari!"
Lara, Guest at Time + Tide Kakuli
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"We were utterly enchanted by Kakuli Bush camp's breathtaking setting, nestled deep within the park's majestic landscape. The camp's rustic charm and authentic ambiance, far from the beaten path, perfectly complemented the surrounding wilderness."
Lotte, Guest at Time + Tide Kakuli
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"WOW just WOW, such a beautiful camp in the most breathtaking location in the park! We loved the wild, authentic and of the beaten track location, and the no frills style bush camp. Our guide, Abraham was excellent. I cannot recommend him more highly, The food, service and guiding was excellent and our choice was comfortable and of a high standard. The wildlife did no disappoint as you would expect in this incredible park."
Mike, Guest at Time + Tide Kakuli