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Shumba Camp sits on a raised tree island at the northern edge of the legendary Busanga Plains — one of Africa's most pristine and exclusive wildlife areas. Open only from June to October, the camp's six spacious canvas suites are elevated on timber decks with panoramic views across the golden floodplains. Shumba is renowned for its water-adapted lion prides, extraordinary cheetah density, and the annual hot air balloon safaris that begin in August.
Every stay connects you with expert local trackers and professional guides who know these conservation landscapes intimately.
Conducted in custom low-impact safari vehicles or on foot with armed conservation rangers.
Conducted in custom low-impact safari vehicles or on foot with armed conservation rangers.
Conducted in custom low-impact safari vehicles or on foot with armed conservation rangers.
Conducted in custom low-impact safari vehicles or on foot with armed conservation rangers.
Conducted in custom low-impact safari vehicles or on foot with armed conservation rangers.
Conducted in custom low-impact safari vehicles or on foot with armed conservation rangers.
Key species regularly encountered across the surrounding conservancy and private concessions:
Busanga Lions
Leopards
Cheetah
Red Lechwe
Generates direct bed-night conservation levies to local Community Resource Boards (CRBs), funding anti-poaching scout teams and local school infrastructure.
Situated in the heart of protected African wilderness with direct access to game corridors, wildlife water points, and community buffers.
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Scheduled or charter flight from Lusaka to Busanga or Chunga Airstrip, followed by game-drive transfer.
Dry winter season (Jun–Aug: 10°C–25°C); hot dry season (Sep–Nov: 18°C–36°C).
Off-grid solar power with central battery storage and standard UK 3-pin charging.
Unbelievable game viewing in the Busanga Plains. Staying at Shumba Camp was the highlight of our twenty years travelling in Africa.
David & Rachel T., LondonExceptional guiding, superb food under the African stars, and genuine commitment to conserving this pristine wilderness.
Sophie V., AmsterdamCombine multiple camps across different zones for an extraordinary complete safari circuit.
Luxury
AC Verified
Four tents, infinite wilderness
Just four tented suites on a private tree island — arguably the most intimate luxury safari in Africa. Eight guests maximum, Wilderness guiding excellence, and the entire Busanga Plains effectively yours.
Eco-Luxury
AC Verified
The silent safari pioneer
Four extraordinary nest suites elevated 4 metres above the Busanga floodplains — 100% solar, silent electric e-Cruiser game drives, e-bikes, and Green Safaris' most innovative eco-design. One suite includes an electric lift for accessibility.
Authentic Bush
AC Verified
Raw wilderness, refined comfort
The sister camp to Musekese, located at the edge of the Busanga Plains. A walking-focused seasonal camp with some of Africa's finest tracking guides and a strong conservation ethos.