Kuyenda Bush Camp
South Luangwa National Park
Accommodation
One of the southernmost bush camps, Kuyenda Bush Camp is often combined with one of the other Bushcamp Company camps, such as
Chamilandu,
Chindeni,
Zungulila or
Kapamba or
Bilimungwe.
Kuyenda Camp is a safari camp in the traditional South Luangwa style. The camp is nestled under the shade of evergreen mahogany trees close to the Manzi River riverbed. Three chalets face the riverbed; the fourth faces a plain. Simple but comfortable, the chalets are built of reed and grass and come with a large bed and open-air bathroom.
The thatched main building has a small bar, lounge, library and, of course, a large dining table. Guests can pass the day sitting comfortably by the fire pit.
Location
Kuyenda Camp is situated in the southern part of South Luangwa National Park on the Manzi River, close to the Luangwa River. Transfer time from Mfuwe Lodge during the dry season is approximately 1 hr 15 mins.
Accessed in 30 minutes from Mfuwe Airport, Mfuwe Lodge (main lodge, 24 rooms, mid-range accommodation) and various smaller, more rewarding bush camps located further south all belong to the Bushcamp Company.
Wildlife
Game drives are focussed around the riverbed as its open plains are home to a denser concentration of wildlife. Elephant, buffalo, hyena, lion and leopard are often sighted; wild dog less often. The river and lagoons also support numerous crocodile, hippo and a large variety of birdlife.
Thornicroft's giraffe, Cookson's wildebeest and Crawshay's zebra are unique to South Luangwa National Park.
Activities
Activities are identical at all Bushcamp Company's camps and comprise game drives in open 4x4 vehicles and bushwalks with armed rangers. During the hot months, the walks are usually carried out in the mornings when temperatures are cooler. Walks can begin at camp or guests can be driven to a suitable starting point.
