Busanga Bush Camp

Highlights

Operating for just five months each year, Wilderness Busanga Bush Camp offers an exclusive, off-the-beaten-track safari in one of Africa’s most untouched wilderness areas. Witness the dramatic interactions between the region’s famous lion prides and the nomadic males that traverse the plains. The Busanga Plains’ rich biodiversity attracts a plethora of wildlife, including oribi, roan, sable antelope, lion, wild dog, and cheetah. After the seasonal rains, every day with an experienced guide promises a new adventure, whether it’s spotting lions, buffalo, cheetah, and elephants on game drives, or enjoying the serene beauty of birdlife on a swamp boat safari. Night drives with infrared spotlights add to the thrill, while evenings at the camp are spent by the fire, savouring gourmet meals under a starlit sky.

Purpose

Despite the limited tourism season and remote location, the presence of Wilderness Busanga Bush Camp is crucial for the protection of this fragile ecosystem. The camp supports vital conservation initiatives and provides employment opportunities, ensuring the preservation of the area’s natural beauty and wildlife.

Wildlife

The Busanga Plains is renowned for its large lion prides, as well as sightings of wild dogs and cheetah. Guests can also look forward to encountering species such as puku, red lechwe, buffalo, and wildebeest, along with the elusive roan antelope. As the floodplains dry out, more wildlife, including zebras and sable antelope, move in from the surrounding woodlands. Hippos are a common sight in the channels, and birdwatchers will delight in spotting over 500 avian species, including the rare Fülleborn’s longclaw.

Camp Experience

Nestled under fig trees, Wilderness Busanga Bush Camp offers an intimate and personalized safari experience. This exclusive four-tent camp provides sweeping views of the ‘Plains of Plenty,’ making it the perfect base for wildlife observation. The main area, set under canvas, is a guest favourite, especially at sunrise when the rising mist reveals the floodplain teeming with lechwe and puku. The outdoor dining area, shaded by majestic trees and illuminated by a multi-lantern chandelier at night, adds a touch of enchantment to the wilderness experience.