Leopard Lodge, Kafue National Park, Zambia

Leopard Lodge is a secluded family run game lodge on the banks of the Kafue River in a game management area surrounded by Zambia’s Kafue National Park.

The lodge comprises 5 individual thatched chalets and special arrangements can be made for camping. Most of the thatched brick-built chalets sleep 2 people, with en-suite facilities, but extra beds can be placed on the enclosed veranda. One chalet has 2 rooms sharing a bathroom. Mosquito nets are provided for all beds, & there are braai facilities, a gas stove, fridge & freezer. The bar and restaurant will be open in 2008, currently a self catering operation.

A comprehensive refurbishment programme was undertaken during 2006/2007, which sees Leopard Lodge emerging as a secluded, charming and well equipped camp with glorious views of the Kafue River and plains.

The camp is self-catering at the moment. For now, flexibility is the watchword; beer, wine and food can be brought in with advance notice.

As you might expect, activities focus on fishing, boat cruises, bird watching & game viewing on foot or by vehicle (incl. night drives). Some 4km from the camp is a natural hot spring, while the hill behind affords views over the surrounding area. There are also plans for scenic flights, micro lights, sunset cruises & a mini health spa in future.

Most of the activities can be done outside the park, but allowance should be made for at least two park entries during your stay. The Minimum recommended stay is 4 nights at the camp, the minimum nights to be booked is three nights.

Kafue River is perennial and is beautifully clean. The fishing is excellent (ask the fish eagles!)

Leopard Lodge is committed to conservation, protection of the environment and creation of opportunity for people from the local area. All building has been done by local craftsmen and even the tables, chairs and doors were made on site.