Sanctuary Puku Ridge Camp - South Luangwa National Park (Zambia)

Location:

Puku Ridge tented camp is located1 in a remote wildlife area in South Luangwa National Park. Puku Ridge is located in a very high game rich wild life area. For millennia, this low, rocky ridge has overlooked the wide, water-rich valley. From this vantage point among the trees, predators and hunters would quietly observe the prolific hunting grounds spread out below.

But now visitors come to Puku Ridge to revel in the abundance of wildlife and the comforts of a traditional old-world safari camp.Named for the elusive Puku antelope which never strays far from water, this beautiful camp among the trees overlooks a sweeping expanse of the fertile Kakumbi dambo (valley). Here, the living is easy for both visitors and wildlife.

Accommodation:

Puku Ridge Tented Camp is small and intimate, built unobtrusively close to the wild.

Each of the six comfortably furnished safari tents has its own lavish bathroom which provides the option of taking a shower with the sun on your shoulders.

6 Spacious walk-in canvas safari tents with a wrap around view of the flood plains below. Each tent contains private bathroom facilities.

Well-lit pathways cleared of undergrowth connect the tents to the main bar/lounge. The natural vegetation has been left as undisturbed as possible.

Amenities and services:

Toilet, basin, indoor and outdoor showers and sunken bath
 
Two three-quarter beds, double or king size beds
 
Mosquito nets
 
Private verandah
 
Ceiling fans
 
Hair dryers
.

Activities & Facilities:

Laundry 
Evening camp fire 
Charter flights available 
2 game activities per day. The emphasis in this area is the wonderful opportunities for walking safaris 
Full range of game drives in South Luangwa National Park using open four-wheel-drive vehicles driven by a knowledgeable guide 
Game to be seen includes Elephant, Lion, Leopard, Wild Dog, Buffalo and Giraffe. 
Guided Walks by a professional guide and an armed national parks scout.

What to bring...

Binoculars, Camera, Good walking shoes, Shirts, shorts and trousers (neutral colors for Rhino Tour), Smart casual dress for dinner, Collared shirts are recommended rather than T shirts, Wide brimmed hat is essential (caps are not recommended as they give very little protection from the sun). 

Warm jacket or jersey for the months of May through to August (warm socks and a fleece may be necessary for winter evenings), Flashlight, Toiletries and insect repellents, Sunscreen lotion, Reference book for personal interests.

Please note that Puku Ridge Tented Camp is in a malarial area, therefore guests are strongly advised to consult their doctor regarding a suitable course of anti malarial prophylactics.

   
Rates: 16 June to 31 Oct 2009 1 Nov to 31 Dec 2009 1 Jan to 30 June 2010
16 Oct to 31 Dec 2010
1 July to 15 Oct 2010
Per Person Sharing
USD 600
USD 400
USD 400
USD 600
Single Supplement
USD 180
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USD 180
Rates include all meals, all game viewing activities, park fees, laundry services, service charges, and all beverages (alcoholic or non-alcoholic with the exception of premium brands).

Children under the age of 12 years, sharing will a full paying adult, will pay 50% of the adult rate.
No children under 9 years of age are allowed.

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