On arrival at Lusaka Airport, you will be welcomed, assisted with immigration, customs and visa formalities and then assisted with the ongoing arrangements.
You will be assisted onto the Proflight scheduled flight from Lusaka Airport to Mfuwe Airport. The flying time is approximately one hour.
Please note that the Departure tax from Lusaka Airport must be paid locally. It is approximately US$8 per person, payable in US$ cash only.
Please note also that the Baggage Allowance on this flight is 15 kgs per person in a soft bag.
On arrival at Mfuwe Airport, clients will be met and assisted onto their road transfer to Kafunta River Lodge. The the Lodge is set in the riverside forest on the banks of the Luangwa River overlooking the South Luangwa National Park. It is in an ideal location to discover the game rich Mfuwe area from the safety of the open safari vehicles, or after dark to observe the nocturnal animals during the night drives and on foot for those joining the walking safaris.

3 nights are spent at the Lodge in a standard chalet on a full board basis including game activities. Walking safaris are available between 1st June and 30th June only.
The South Luangwa is a great place to discover the untouched African wilderness, as it is truly one of Africa’s best hidden secrets. There are over 50 different animal species, some of them unique to the Luangwa Valley such as the Thornicroft giraffe and the Cookson wildebeest. There are great opportunities to view leopards and lions, and a high density of hippos and crocodiles in the river. The Luangwa Valley is also a birdwatchers paradise with over 450 species of birds.
Game drives take place every morning and afternoon and are accompanied by Kafunta’s qualified safari guides. As you are taken through the South Luangwa National Park in open 4x4 vehicles, you are able to observe indigenous mammals and birds as well as migrant birds.
The morning safari starts at sunrise after a light breakfast. The morning has a special light and you are able to observe the abundance of wildlife of the South Luangwa National Park. During the safari we stop for a short tea-break. You return to the lodge for a delicious brunch around 10:30am.
The afternoon safari includes a stop for sundowners and is combined with the night drives. The night drives provide the unique opportunity to see the great variety of nocturnal animals and the chance to see lions and leopards in their time of ease. With a bit of luck you might experience the big cats hunting. The safari starts in the late afternoon. There is a stop for sundowners while watching the magnificent African sunset and we then continue the safari. The night drives are accompanied by the experienced safari guides and spotters, who are skilled at finding a great variety of nocturnal game with the powerful spotlight. We return to the Lodge around 8pm for dinner.
The walking safaris are a great opportunity to be at one with nature. The qualified and highly experienced safari guides and armed National Park rangers will escort you safely into the true and unspoilt African bush. The Luangwa Valley is one of the few places in Africa where it is possible to walk amongst wildlife, which allows you to fully immerse yourself in sights, smells and sounds. During the walking safaris the guides provide you with detailed explanations of spoors, vegetation and the ecology in general - an unmatched wildlife experience that you will remember lifelong.
During your stay you will also get the opportunity to visit the local community to find out more about their way of life and culture. The Kuanda people are a friendly and proud people who welcome visitors and are happy to share their culture and traditions. The guides will join you on these excursions and will advise you about correct behavior and courtesy. During your 3 hour visit to the village you will learn about the daily life of the people as well as their traditions.
Please note that you will share the safari vehicles with other guests at the lodge, and combine excursions with them.