Three Rivers Camp
Three Rivers Camp is solar powered camp that gracefully resides under a canopy of mature sausage trees. The luxury tents face open plains around either the impressive Luangwa River or spectacular game-rich lagoons. The area is teeming with wildlife including big herds of elephant and buffalo, giraffe, antelope, wild dog and much more. Three Rivers guarantees a truly, private safari in a pristine area of the Luangwa Valley. The camp includes five spacious, elegant tents, each built on elevated platforms to provide exceptional views of the surrounding area’s busy wildlife, with exclusive sleep-out decks for the option of a night under the African sky. This seasonal camp offers both game drives and guided bush walk experiences. Guests can expect fresh, scrumptious brunch buffets, afternoon cakes and biscuits, and candlelit dinners. All visitors of Three Rivers Camp will be met with outstanding hospitality and will leave with exciting and unforgettable safari memories.
Three Rivers Camp, Mfuwe, Zambia
Three Rivers Camp is set at the confluence of the Luangwa, Kapamba and Lusangazi Rivers in South Luangwa, Zambia. The camp sits nestled under shady sausage trees facing the Luangwa River or the game-rich lagoon. Three Rivers Camp is the first camp to be established on the border of the Malama Chiefdom and the national park. Its location is simply spectacular. Three Rivers Camp is seasonal and is open from 25th May – 1st November. The camp is best accessed through Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) near Lusaka, followed by a short light aircraft transfer to Mfuwe Airport.
- 12+ Years of Age
- Al Fresco, Candlelit Dining
- Charming Service and Hospitality
- Cosy Outdoor Firepits
- Five Luxury, Elegant Tents
- Safari Experience
- Solar Panelled Eco-friendly Camp
- Spectacular Location
- Unique Sleep-out Decks
- Well-stocked, Welcoming Bar
The camp features five elegant tents, stylishly decorated with natural hues and materials. The bedroom is very spacious with twin beds and a sitting area. The tents boast large gauze windows embracing the extensive views of either the Luangwa River or the lagoon. The en-suite bathroom includes a double vanity, a flushing toilet and offers the choice between an indoor and outdoor shower. Each tent has its own outdoor patio, but most importantly it features a private, raised wooden deck with comfy day beds. The beds can be turned down at night to offer guests the opportunity to sleep below the stars under the protection of a mosquito net.
The dining lounge is discreetly set on the banks of the river. Dine al fresco beside the Luangwa River as you observe the magnificent wildlife basking in the waters around. After dinner, relax by the fire, looking up at the millions of stars, or listen to lions roaring in the distance. Three Rivers Camp hosts a welcoming bar with relaxing chairs and an excellent selection of beverages. The kitchen continuously serves pleasing and delicious cuisine, from a sumptuous buffet for brunch to elegant, candlelit dinners in the evening. Fresh supplies are used by the chefs in order to produce seasonal and vibrant meals throughout your stay. From the early breakfast to the after-dinner drink, the camp kitchen and bar staff will make sure to satisfy your every need. Three Rivers Camp caters for most dietary requirements.
Due to Three Rivers Camp’s very remote and wild location, game drives will take guests to various locations in the Eastern side of the park. Being that the camp was built in 2017, animals are not as habituated to vehicles as what is expected in other parts of the park. This only makes the game drives even more exciting as the wildlife will react naturally to us intruding on their territories. A wide range of relatively rare roan antelopes not usually found in the Mfuwe area can be seen here. Guests will also encounter the majestic elephants, giraffes, waterbucks, as well as lions, leopards and wild dogs. Short night drives before dinner are also available. Vehicles have a shade roof and will accommodate maximum 6 guests.
Three Rivers Camp is ideally located to explore the bush by foot. Bush walks are renowned for being the best way to encounter the wildlife up close and intimately. The walks bring a different experience to the safari, focusing on smaller animals, critters, birds and flora. Bigger animals are also often seen such as elephants, giraffes, antelopes and occasionally predators such as lions, leopards and wild dogs. Certified safari guides and escort scouts are provided. Unfortunately, children under the age of 12 are not authorised on bush walks.
Community and conservation commitment is of the highest importance to Kafunta Safaris. As part of the Luangwa Valley and its community, Kafunta knows the importance of integrating and supporting the local residents. Recognising their responsibility within a small community, they contribute to its well-being by employing local staff to ensure that income stays in the community. Kafunta Safaris also strive to source local products to encourage the growth of small businesses, that in turn can generate a sustainable income. They also consider education as one of the key factors to create a future. Kafunta directly support conservation organisations and the development of their bush camps in remote areas, helping to control the poaching situation in an otherwise overlooked part of the park.”
CSL additionally focuses on Anti-Poaching Patrols and Aerial Surveillance, Human Wildlife Conflict Mitigation, K9 (Canine) Unit, where canines have been professionally trained to detect a wide range of objects including ivory, bushmeat, firearms and ammunition, animal skins and protected wood essences.
“We use solar power and minimum generator-produced power where we can. We’re conscious about minimising the use of water and look at wastewater recycling alternatives. We’ve also improved our sewage treatment. It is important to also raise awareness of these issues amongst our staff and guests alike, so that all together we can become more sustainable and environmentally friendly.”
Here are just a few of the ongoing initiatives in place to help Zambia steadily conquer waste management:
- Mfuwe Ecobricks – Making bricks out of plastic bottles and general plastic waste is a worldwide initiative that has now reached Mfuwe
- The Glass Project – Tribal Textiles has invested in tools to transform excess glass bottles into beautiful products such as tableware and jewellery
- Junk Art – Project Luangwa has found an amazing artist in the person of Frederick Phiri who can turn any piece of scrap metal into some creative piece of art
Children of 12 years and older are welcome at Three Rivers Camp