Overview

Sanctuary Zebra Plains is currently closed and will re-open 1 June 2012.
We are still taking reservations so please contact us to enquire.

We have chosen the perfect location for a walking safari camp in the South Luangwa. It was in this park that "walking safaris" first made their debut and it is undoubtedly one of the most exciting ways to experience the sights, sounds and smells of the bush.

Sanctuary Zebra Plains is perched on a sand bank at the confluence of the Luangwa and Chibembe Rivers. The unspoilt bush around camp is home to large populations of zebra, elephant, buffalo, crocodile and puku, as well as various endemic species and over 400 bird species. The diversity of habitats here provide from some of the most spectacular walking in Africa over terrain that is ideal for exploring with plenty of shade and long sweeping views.

Sanctuary Zebra Plains is a luxury safari camp with just four traditional tents – two doubles and two twins. The camp accommodates a maximum of six guests, allowing for an intimate exploration of the South Luangwa. All tents have real beds, campaign furniture, mosquito nets, en suite facilities and flush toilets. Water for al fresco showers is mixed to your preferred temperature by a tent attendant. The main mess tent has a dining area although most of the gourmet meals will be served in the open in carefully selected vantage points . There is also a small library and bar area.
 
This is a seasonal camp which operates from June to October each year. Sanctuary Zebra Plains has been designed to leave the lowest possible carbon footprint and is packed up completely each year with no trace that it was ever there between seasons. 

In order to fully explore this beautiful part of Africa we recommend guests spend three nights at Sanctuary Zebra Plains. We also suggest combining a walking safari with a stay at either Sanctuary Puku Ridge Camp or Sanctuary Chichele Presidential Lodge, both in the South Luangwa National Park.

Included Activities

Garth Hovell, a safari guide with almost twenty years of experience, will lead walks twice a day. There will be a morning and afternoon walk each day. Garth will share with you some of the most fascinating, yet easily missed, sights and sounds of the bush.

One morning you might wander along a river bank, observing hippos before canoeing across to a large island across from camp to get up close to plains game. Later that day you may choose to explore nearby Zebra Plains where buffalo, elephant and eland gather in large herds on the open savannah, a rarity in the wooded terrain of the South Luangwa. Another day your destination might be the Changwa Channel, featured in David Attenborough’s “Life” series and home to one of the largest hippo populations on earth.

However it’s not just the big animals that are fascinating – termites, dung beetles, chameleons and the prolific bird life all have their stories to tell.
 
You will be also be accompanied by an armed games scout as well as a Sanctuary tea bearer who will make fresh cups of tea or coffee in the middle of the bush using a stainless steel kettle and traditional fire making skills.

Rates

Per person per night sharing in USD

Getting There & Away

The nearest airport to Sanctuary Zebra Plains is Mfuwe.

Approximate flying times to Mfuwe are:

• Lusaka (1 hour)
• Livingstone (2 hours, via Lusaka)
• Sanctuary Zambezi Kulefu airstrip (1 hour 40 minutes)
• Jeki/Royal Zambezi airstrips (1 hour 30 minutes).

The transfer time from Mfuwe airport to Sanctuary Puku Ridge Camp Sanctuary Chichele Presidential Lodge is approximately 2 hours in 4X4 vehicle (45 minute road transfer, followed by 1 hour 15 minute gravel road transfer with game viewing possibilities).

The transfer from Sanctuary Puku Ridge Camp/Sanctuary Chichele Presidential Lodge to Sanctuary Zebra Plains will form part of a game drive and takes approximately 4 hours. 

Please note the luggage restriction is 15kg per person in a soft-sided bag.

Additional Activities

Guest Comments

"A wonderful location, where we were made to feel special and welcome. The staff were always happy, helpful and polite. The safari walks were undescribable, they were varied, informative, and we felt at one with the environment.  How the chefs managed such good meals with limited space and equipment is amazing. The food was always full of flavour and well cooked, with a balance between local and more international type food. The tents were luxury camping, a king size comfortable bed in the middle of nowhere! With just the lullaby of natural sounds to lull you to sleep. The whole experience was beyond our dreams. We made a serious mistake when booking Sanctuary Zebra Plains – we should have booked for 6 nights not just 3!" Raymond & Judith, UK

"Just returned from Sanctuary Zebra Plains - without a doubt one of the most special places on earth! The food was amazing – especially considering the camp has no electricity and makes use of an earth oven to bake the breads and other culinary delights. The fresh warm doughnuts just before our afternoon walk was a highlight.  Garth is an incredible guide, filled with knowledge and humor! We learnt so many interesting things while touching, tasting, smelling and of course laughing at the same time. Thank you for an unforgettable experience! " Yolandi, South Africa

Packages

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Ultimate South Luangwa

Duration: 6 nights
Overnight: Sanctuary Chichele Presidential Lodge, Sanctuary Zebra Plains

Explore the pristine wilderness of the South Luangwa – the home of the walking safari - with one of Zambia’s most experienced expert guides, whilst enjoying luxurious tented accommodation and fine dining, personalised service and comfort.

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Zambian Adrenalin Adventure

Duration: 7 nights
Overnight: Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma, Sanctuary Puku Ridge Camp, Sanctuary Zebra Plains

Zambia offers adrenalin activities like no other – from bungee jumping and white water rafting at Victoria Falls to the remote and wild South Luangwa where you are able to track lions on foot on a walking safari!

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