Each of the lodge’s six thatched-roof tents comes with luxurious interiors, plush bedding, separate living areas, full kitchens, and glass walls that open completely for indoor-outdoor living and wildlife viewing opportunities.
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KuKaya: A Safari on Your Terms
Redefining the traditional safari, KuKaya invites you to design your own private wilderness experience. Just 2.5 kilometres from the main gate of South Luangwa National Park, and set beside permanent waterholes in pristine bush, KuKaya offers a uniquely flexible and deeply personal way to explore Zambia’s iconic wildlife region.
Freedom, Comfort, and Connection to Nature
At KuKaya, your time is your own. Whether you choose to head out on a private game drive, explore the bush on foot, spend time in the hide perfecting your wildlife photography, or simply lounge by your plunge pool with a drink in hand, every day is yours to shape.
Spacious, Secluded Living
The lodge features six large tented chalets with thatched roofs—five doubles and one single—all offering extra sleeping space for families or groups. Each chalet comes with a private deck, outdoor en-suite bathroom, living and dining areas, a plunge pool, and a firepit, creating the perfect setup for indoor-outdoor living in the wild.
Tailored Safari Living
Privacy, ease, and immersion in nature define the KuKaya experience. With the sounds of the bush around you and uninterrupted views of wildlife at the waterhole, this is safari living designed around your rhythm, your comfort, and your sense of adventure.