Northern & Central Provinces
Isanga Bay Lodge
Kapishya Hot Springs Lodge
Private Bag 12, Mpulunugu Email: isangabay@gmail.com Tel: +260 966 646 991; 0973 472 317 Email: isangabay@gmail.com www.isangabay.com Isanga Bay Lodge is a place to relax and enjoy the spectacular views over the vast ocean-like Lake Tanganyika and savour the delights of the calm waters while swimming, snorkelling, scuba diving, kayaking, fishing or water skiing. In terms of accommodation, there are three chalets located on the beach and three rondavels set in the lodge gardens with
c/o Shiwa Safaris Ltd, PO Box 1, Shiwa Ng’andu Tel: +260 211 229 261 Fax: +260 211 229 261 www.shiwasafaris.com/kaishya.html great views of the lake. In total the lodge sleeps just 20 people. All guest rooms have en-suite bathrooms with hot showers. Isanga Bay Lodge is situated 18 km from Mpulungu. The boat trip from Mpulungu to the lodge takes about 30 minutes in good weather. The lodge is also accessible by road from Mbala using 4x4 vehicles.
Kapishya is a secluded six-chalet lodge with 12 beds (families can be accommodated four to a room). The main attraction of Kapishya is its natural, sulphur-free hot springs. The property is situated on the Estate of Shiwa Ngandu (The Africa House) and is set along the banks of the Mansha River.
has 220 volt electricity available 24 hours a day. There are various activities available at Kapishya and on the estate – river floats, game drives, visits to the manor house, horse riding and bird walks. The property also welcomes selfcaterers and campers.
Kapishya has a bar and a restaurant. The lodge
Luwombwa Lodge c/o Kasanka Trust Ltd PO Box 850073, Serenje Email: wasa@kasanka.com www.kasanka.com Luwombwa Lodge is located on the banks of the Luwombwa River in the western half of Kasanka National Park. Overlooking the meandering waterway, fringed with evergreen forest, the en-suite chalets can accommodate up to five people.
the Kasanka chefs, or simply bring their own food to be prepared by the team. Canoes and motorboats can be also be hired with guides from here.
With a dining area and fully equipped kitchen, guests can sample the cuisine prepared by
Ndole Bay Lodge
Shiwa House Shiwa Ngandu Estates PO Box 1, Mpika Tel: +260 975 314 814 Email: reservations@shiwangandu.com www.shiwangandu.com
Cell: +260 961 124 917 Tel: +260 977 711 434 Email: info@ndolebaylodge.com www.ndolebaylodge.com
Nestled among lush tropical vegetation Ndole Bay Lodge offers visitors a singular African experience on the shores of a unique lake.
materials with thatched roofs. All rooms are discreetly situated within the riparian vegetation opening onto an exclusive beach.
Situated just outside Nsumbu National Park the lodge allows access to an untamed wilderness, while still having the freedom of a private beach safe to swim from.
The central thatched area serves as a dining and bar area and there is a fully stocked bar with competitive prices and a large pool for cool dips between serious relaxation.
Shiwa Ng’andu is an English-style mansion house built in remote central Zambia by an eccentric Englishman, Sir Stewart Gore Brown, and depicted in the book ‘The Africa House’ by Christina Lamb.
glory. Shiwa House accommodates four to five couples. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms and are simple with original hardwood furnishings and paintings. Fireplaces are lit every night and the atmosphere at Shiwa is unique.
The lodge is built entirely from natural
Sir Stewart died in 1967. Shiwa then fell into disrepair. But in 1999, it was bought by his grandson and then returned to its former
The food is good, simple and wholesome and the beautiful gardens are kept in their former glory.
Shoebill Island Camp
Wasa Lodge
c/o Kasanka Trust Ltd PO Box 850073, Serenje Email: wasa@kasanka.com www.kasanka.com
c/o Kasanka Trust Ltd PO Box 850073, Serenje Email: wasa@kasanka.com www.kasanka.com
With panoramic views over the swamps, Shoebill Island Camp takes its name from the rare and enigmatic shoebill stork that can be seen in the area. Managed by the Kasanka Trust, the camp offers accommodation in safari tents under thatch roofs and reed cottages; each with two beds, an en-suite shower and flush
toilet. There is also a campsite here for those who prefer a real bush experience. Boating can be arranged in banana boats or dugout canoes, and takes guests deep into the swamps in pursuit of the elusive shoebill. Contact the team at Kasanka to find out the best times to visit.
Wasa Lodge lies on the edge of Lake Wasa in the eastern half of Kasanka National Park, just 12 km from the park entrance at the tarmac road. It is ideally suited for visiting the hide at Fibwe (just 15 minutes drive or two hours’ walk away) and has a fine view with puku, hippo and sometimes even sitatunga visible from the lodge.
houses a bar, dining room, reception and veranda overlooking the lake. All of the intimate chalets have en-suite bathrooms and are thatched in a traditional style.
The lodge also has a central hub which
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