Mfuwe International Airport caters for charters and scheduled flights that connect with major international carriers from Lusaka (the capital of Zambia) and Lilongwe (Malawi’s capital).
South Luangwa National Park is approximately 5 hours from Lilongwe or 8 to 10 hours drive from Lusaka. Kafunta River Lodge is well signposted from Chipata.
For more up to date details on road conditions please Contact Us .
South Luangwa National Park is approximately 5 hours from Lilongwe or 8 to 10 hours drive from Lusaka. Kafunta River Lodge is well signposted from Chipata.
For more up to date details on road conditions please Contact Us .
Casual lightweight clothing in neutral colours
Warm clothing for winter months (May/June/July)
Raincoat for April, November, December
A pair of walking shoes & a pair of relaxing shoes
Power plug adapter (we use UK style plugs)
Torch if you stay at the bush camps
Binoculars and camera
Swimsuit
Anti-malaria tablets are essential year round
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We provide daily complimentary laundry so you can pack light. Check the luggage allowance of domestic airlines as it may be limited to 15kg in some instances.
We are proud members of Pack for a Purpose, an initiative that allows travellers to make a big impact on the local community at your destination. Use available space in your luggage to provide supplies to communities you visit. By saving just a few kilos of space in your luggage and packing supplies for local schools or medical clinics, you’ll make a priceless impact on the lives of children and families. Please visit Pack for a Purpose to see what is needed.
We are proud members of Pack for a Purpose, an initiative that allows travellers to make a big impact on the local community at your destination. Use available space in your luggage to provide supplies to communities you visit. By saving just a few kilos of space in your luggage and packing supplies for local schools or medical clinics, you’ll make a priceless impact on the lives of children and families. Please visit Pack for a Purpose to see what is needed.
It is the traveler’s responsibility to check visa and passport requirements.
The tourist visa regime was amended on 03 November 2022. Read the official document here. We also invite you to visit the Zambia Immigrations website for complete information.
Although our safari operations have returned to what we would consider normal, there may still be challenges in traveling around the world in 2023. Visit our Covid-dedicated page for the latest news.
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