Puku Ridge

Newly renovated and located within the South Luangwa National Park, Puku Ridge offers a luxurious safari experience that seamlessly blends comfort with nature. Overlooking a private floodplain and watering hole, this remote and elevated camp provides exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities, including the endemic Thornicroft’s Giraffe and Crawshay's zebra. Puku Ridge is a collaboration between Chichele Safaris and the Cumings Family of Chiawa Camp & Old Mondoro, ensuring the highest standards of facilities, service, and guiding. The camp has been completely rebuilt with a lighter footprint, combining elements of traditional South Luangwa bush camps with local art and modern creature comforts, offering a unique blend of past and present. Puku Ridge is committed to conservation and sustainable tourism, utilizing eco-friendly building materials, solar power, and focusing on community engagement. Known as the "Valley of the Leopard," South Luangwa National Park provides ample opportunities for leopard sightings, both day and night. Guests can explore the park on foot with arguably Africa's best bush walks, encountering rare African animals and even Wild Dogs. A stay at Puku Ridge offers a perfect balance of wild adventure and luxurious comfort, making for an unforgettable Zambian safari. Guests consistently praise the sensational views, unfailingly warm and helpful staff, delicious food, and exceptional safari experiences. The intimate camp setting, combined with phenomenal game drives and world-class customer service, makes Puku Ridge a truly magical and highly recommended destination.

Highlights

• Remote and elevated location inside South Luangwa National Park
• Overlooks a private floodplain and watering hole
• Newly renovated with a blend of style, comfort, and nature
• Exceptional wildlife viewing including endemic species and high density of leopards
• Commitment to conservation and sustainable tourism

What makes it special

• One of Africa’s most luxurious tented safari camps
• Collaboration between Chichele Safaris and the renowned Cumings Family of Chiawa Camp & Old Mondoro
• Unique design combining traditional bush camp elements with authentic local art and modern comforts
• Opportunity for arguably Africa's best bush walks
• Private photographic hide in front of the camp's watering hole

Facilities

• Eight luxury tents
• Restaurant with spectacular views
• Private watering hole
• Photographic hide
• Game viewing vehicles