Puku Ridge Camp nestles in Zambia’s South Luangwa National Park which boasts an extraordinary number of diverse ecosystems and is well-known for incredible walking safaris. On the edge of an escarpment, is the luxurious and secluded Puku Ridge Camp, named after the puku antelope that graze in the fertile floodplain in front of the camp.
There is a sense of timelessness and being at one with the world at the intimate Puku, where impeccable service and comfortable luxury combine in a pristine wilderness to assure guests of an unforgettable safari experience.
Puku Ridge Camp boasts seven safari tents with king-size or twin beds, an en-suite bathroom with a bathtub, indoor and outdoor showers, mosquito netting, luxury bathroom amenities, a hairdryer, fans, and private decks that overlook the game-rich floodplains.
The camp facilities include a lounge, bar, dining area, and boma.
There are 60 different animal species and over 400 different bird species in South Luangwa National Park. The only notable exception to the Big Five is the rhino, sadly poached to extinction. The park is renowned for its large elephant herds and huge pods of hippos. Endemic species such as Thornicroft’s giraffe and Cookson’s wildebeest are frequently sighted, as are leopards.
The region is a birdwatcher’s paradise, with about 400 of Zambia’s 732 bird species, including 39 birds of prey and 47 migratory species.
Knowledgeable guides lead twice-daily game drives and night drives in open 4x4 safari vehicles. Night drives offer the opportunity to spot rarely seen nocturnal creatures such as porcupines and bush babies. It’s also when lions and leopards are often actively hunting their prey.
Walking safaris are led by a professional guide and an armed national parks scout. On foot, guests not only get up close to big game but also discover the fascinating, often-overlooked smaller creatures.
Return transfers from Mfuwe Airport to Puku Ridge Camp, all meals (private dining available), beverages, house wines, local spirits, and laundry. Professionally guided safari activities include day and night game drives and bush walks.
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August 2, 2025
Terrific experience booking our safari…
Terrific experience booking our safari with Lynn. She was patient, informative, quick to respond to our questions and requests. I feel confident booking with her.
July 17, 2025
Lynn Bowers was very helpful
Lynn Bowers was very helpful, guiding us every step in planning our journey. Always answering our questions promptly regardless of time difference of 8 hours, also advising the best way to make the most of our time in South Africa. We will recommend her to anyone Who needs great advice. A Abbud
July 17, 2025
The best immediate response and help in everything , thank you Lynn Bowers,!…
I was impressed by the immediate response to my first enquiry by Lynn BOWERS! From then on she was amazing responding asap to my enquiry about an almost three week journey through different countries and Southafrica. She designed my trip in a fantastic way even responding in a late night timing since I am in Mexico and the difference of hours is a real problem lol, but so happy for all the safaris and tours she arranged for us and the excellent kind help she was in every aspect of details from visas , hotels , flights , vaccines … etc Immediate response from all team afterwards . I am definetely booking a trip to Kenia perhaps next year with Lynn ! Edna Chavez