Sanctuary Puku Ridge Tented Camp

Destination

Luangwa National Park

Sanctuary Puku Ridge Camp offers guests an authentic tented safari holiday in Zambia. The South Luangwa is one of the country's best areas for game viewing and bird spotting. The region is home to some 60 mammals - including elephant, lion, wild dog, buffalo, hippo and, of course, antelope - as well as over 400 bird species. Spend an afternoon relaxing in the camp's large living area in between thrilling game drives or walking safaris. You might even hear the Puku antelope whistling to one other when danger threatens. The central dining area produces gourmet meals, despite being so far away from a city. Sanctuary Puku Ridge Camp is designed to leave no trace on the environment and has embraced a very natural kind of African chic in its decor. The seven tents are spacious and comfortable, each with a soothing hot tub and an outdoor shower shaded by trees and stocked with luscious and environmentally friendly Africology products. Watch the sun rise from your double bed, or spot animals making their way across the plains to a waterhole from your private viewing deck.

Sanctuary Puku Ridge Tented Camp Amenities

Puku Ridge Camp is small and intimate and has been constructed to blend into the local surroundings. The camp offers seven luxury oversized tents with a wrap around view of the floodplains. Each of the comfortably furnished tents boasts en-suite facilities which provide the option of taking a shower with the sun on your shoulders. All tents feature mosquito nets, private deck, ceiling fan and hairdryer.

Directions To Sanctuary Puku Ridge Tented Camp

Access to Puku Ridge Camp is by air to Mfuwe Airport. The transfer time from the airport to the lodge is approximately 2 hours in 4 X 4. vehicles (45 minute road transfer through the village of Mfuwe and then 45 minutes game drive in the South Luangwa National Park).Please note that the luggage restriction is 15kg per person in a soft-sided bag.

Area Attractions

Wildlife to be seen includes elephant,hippo, lion, wild dog, buffalo and a wide variety of antelope in addition to endemic species such as the Thornicroft’s giraffe. This is an excellent area for spotting leopards. A full range of game drives and night drives in the South Luangwa National Park using open 4X4 vehicles driven by a knowledgeable guide. On night game drives, guests will return to camp by 8pm. Walking Safaris The emphasis in this area is on the wonderful opportunities for walking safaris. Guided walks are led by a professional Sanctuary guide and an armed national parks scout.