TAFIKA CAMP

South Luangwa National Park | Zambia

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HIGHLIGHTS

WHAT WE LOVE

In May, microlighting over the Nsefu sector to see the game below

Grabbing a mountain bike for a cycling safari through the bush

Looking for puku, mongoose and other species from the hides

WHEN TO VISIT

CONSERVATION & COMMUNITY

Community beekeeping
Beehives at camp and Mkasanga Village help the local bee population and ensure pollination of the vegetable and fruit gardens. Former wood cutters are trained as gardeners instead

Football 4 Wildlife
Educating communities about conservation through a soccer league in the Luangwa Valley

Medical clinic
Providing health care for surrounding villages at the Mkasanga Clinic

Education
Funding scholarships for secondary school and college students, as well as building classrooms and paying teachers’ wages at Mkasanga School

Shipikisha Ladies’ Club
Empowering women via skills development

Chongololo Club
Providing conservation education for children

Pack For A Purpose
Co-ordinating donations of sports equipment, stationery and medical supplies for Mkasanga School

OVERVIEW

Do you want to go on safari via a microlight or mountain bike? Tafika Camp is likely the only place in Africa where you can do both. The emphasis at this laidback but cosy camp on the Luangwa River is on getting out and exploring as much as possible – from night drives to days in the hides. In May, have exclusive access to a yellow-billed stork colony; in August, search for graceful crowned cranes.

Tafika is close to three distinct habitats: the Luangwa riverside, Mutanda plains, and Chichele and Kajonke Pans (great for serval). These support an abundance of species, including excellent leopard sightings. Back at camp, enjoy leisurely dinners at the water’s edge, as the night sounds of Africa slowly begin…