Accommodation

Puku Ridge

"Discover an abundance of wildlife and closer-to-nature luxury at Puku Ridge”

Budget level: Top-End

Country

Zambia

When to Go

Jul-Sep

Property Type

Lodge

Location

Luangwa Valley

Kids Min Age

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Why we like it

Fantastic wildlife sightings
Walking safaris
Star bed sleep out
Children of all ages welcome

The South Luangwa is a vast, unspoiled ecosystem with varying habitats and an abundance of wildlife, with Puku Ridge located center stage!

View on Google Earth

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Experience & Activities

Located well inside the incredible South Luangwa National Park with an outlook onto a private floodplain and watering hole, this remote and elevated landscape framed is enriched by the rolling gait of giraffe, the heart-shaped nose of the puku, and the midnight whoop of the hyena.

Newly renovated with no aspect left unattended to, the upgraded Puku Ridge blends style and comfort seamlessly with nature. From the elegant architectural lines to the thoughtfully outfitted game viewing vehicles and the perfectly-positioned photographic hide in front of the camp’s private watering hole.

Elements from the Luangwa bush camps of old have been combined with traditional village life and authentic, local art works complement crucial creature comforts making for one of the most appealing and welcome safari camp launches for many years.

Highlight activities include incredible walking safaris, photographic opportunities from the new hide, and the best game viewing – day or night – from the new fleet of thoughtfully-outfitted and custom-made Landcruisers.

Accommodations

Each safari tent is set on an elevated ridge overlooking plain and woodlands, full of wildlife with with super-king or large twin bed configuration with air conditioning and overhead fans, all within a stylish take on the mosquito net. Ensuite facilities include a private wc and indoor shower plus “his & hers” washbasins and huge bathtub with view. A multi-level veranda with plunge pool overlooking the plains and wildlife, plus a tower with star bed perfect for nights under the vast African sky. Amenities include a minibar with tea and coffee station, complimentary wifi, 24/7 220v power, and international charging facilities