Our partner: Kafunta Safaris

Kafunta Safaris is a family-owned safari company rooted in the heart of Zambia’s unspoiled wilderness. For over 25 years, they have been welcoming guests to South Luangwa National Park—one of Africa’s premier wildlife destinations—offering a deeply authentic and immersive safari experience.

With three distinctive properties—Kafunta River Lodge, Island Bush Camp, and Three Rivers Camp, KS blends classic safari style with meaningful connections to nature, people, and place.

At Kafunta, safaris go beyond game drives. You walk, observe, listen, and learn—ensuring each journey is respectful of the ecosystems you explore. Their long-standing commitment to conservation and community is woven into everything they do, from supporting anti-poaching efforts to investing in local education through grassroots initiatives.

What is special about travelling with Kafunta Safaris?

Travelling with Kafunta Safaris means experiencing the wild heart of Zambia in a way that’s both intimate and ethical.

They offer personal, uncrowded safaris that celebrate slow travel and meaningful encounters with wildlife, landscapes, and local culture. Their long-standing, close-knit team brings warmth, knowledge, and genuine hospitality, ensuring guests feel like part of the family from the moment they arrive.

Whether watching elephants cross the Luangwa River from the spacious decks or walking with a passionate guide through remote bushland, every moment is rooted in authenticity and respect for nature. Their seasonal camps provide rare access to pristine, less-travelled areas, making each safari feel like a true exploration.

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What is the philosophy behind Kafunta Safaris?

Kafunta Safaris believes that travel should be a force for good—one that respects, protects, and uplifts. As a small, owner-run company, they’re deeply connected to the local land and people. Their team isn’t just staff; they’re family—many have been with the company from the get go and share in the vision of creating safaris that are not only unforgettable, but also responsible.

This philosophy is reflected in how KS builds, operates, and grows. Their properties are crafted with local materials using traditional techniques, designed to blend into the landscape rather than dominate it. They operate mostly on solar power, embracing a more ecofriendly way of living in the bush.

KS supports conservation through long-standing partnerships with organizations dedicated to protecting South Luangwa’s wildlife, and it actively invests in education and community development. Joining Conscious Explorer is a natural extension of these values—anconnect with like-minded travellers and businesses that opportunity to believe in conscious travel as a pathway to lasting change.

What unique stays does Kafunta Safaris offer?

Kafunta Safaris operates three unique camps in South Luangwa National Park. Kafunta River Lodge is their flagship property, combining classic safari comfort with stunning views over the Luangwa floodplains. It also includes the Sunset House, which is a private safari house for families or small groups.

Island Bush Camp and Three Rivers Camp, open in the dry season only, are smaller, off-the-grid camps that immerse guests in the remote wilderness. Island Bush Camp promotes simplicity and immersion with nature, right on the banks of the Luangwa River, while Three Rivers Camp offers an elegant, eco-conscious design in a spectacular setting where three rivers meet.

Each camp offers walking safaris and game drives led by expert guides, ensuring an immersive and flexible safari experience.

Discover the wilderness with Kafunta Safaris!