Tafika Camp’s location on the east bank of the Luangwa River, north of the Nsefu Sector of the South Park, makes it ideal for those who enjoy the serenity of the bush. Here, exceptional game viewing is combined with exciting activities including daily day and night drives, mountain bike safaris, walking safaris, visits to the local Mkasanga Village and microlighting in May (only offered in May). Tafika also has two hides which offer the opportunity of game viewing in-between activities. Hides overlook the camp waterhole which is frequented by herds of elephant, bushbuck, puku, impala, mongoose and several bird species.

The Nsefu sector boasts some of the finest leopard viewing in Africa. This, combined with the abundance of diverse game populations; some of the most experienced guides in the valley, and the unusual and exhilarating safari activities available, make for an unforgettable African adventure. The Luangwa Valley is known as The Valley of the Leopard for good reason, and you have an extremely high chance of seeing several of these spotted beauties during your stay.

Tafika Camp is seasonally operated and is open during the dry season from the 1st of May to the 15th of November. Due to it's remote location, exclusive sightings are the norm as there is very low congestion in the area.

Tafika Camp accommodates up to 14 guests in six spacious chalets with en suite facilities, built from natural materials around the trunks of stunning sausage and leadwood trees. Four chalets have twin double beds in each room; the honeymoon suite has an enormous king size bed; and a final chalet with two rooms, a king size bed and two doubles serves as the family suite. The family chalet has an add-on hide which overlooks the camp's waterhole.

What to expect at Tafika Camp

Sunrise
Early morning hippo bellows and bird song and a friendly morning knock on the door welcome the new day.

Breakfast
Relaxed breakfast on the banks of the Luangwa river around the camp fire.

Morning activity
Game drive or walking safari with a stop for morning tea.

Midday lunch
Delicious buffet lunch with freshly grown greens from the Tafika garden.

Early afternoon
Relax in camp, visit one of the camp hides at leisure, review your flora and fauna lists, read and write in our small camp library or take a look at the vegetable garden

Afternoon tea
Tea and coffee and tasty freshly baked cakes.

Afternoon and evening activity
4 hour afternoon and evening game drive with a stop for sundowner drinks and snacks. Continue with spotlight viewing after dark to see nocturnal animals in action.

Mountain bike safaris from 16h00 - 17h30 and then join the evening game drive.

Cultural visit to Mkasanga village from 15h30 - 17h00 and then join the evening game drive.

Sundowners
Enjoy sundowner drinks and delicious snacks during your evening activity out in the bush.

Dinner
Three course meal beneath the stars.

Bedtime
Cotton sheets and expansive mosquito nets keep you comfortable while the calls of the bush lull you to sleep.