ABOUT KAYILA CAMP

  • Kayila Camp is a 4 suites camp that combines tradition with comfort.
  • Situated on a ridge on the banks of the Zambezi, Kayila offers sweeping views of the Mana Pools National Park on the opposite bank.
  • The camp has a beautiful outdoor lounge area that overlooks the fire-pit deck and swimming pool, providing an excellent vantage point to experience the magic of the Zambezi River.
  • Kayila is located on the vast 8,700-acre Kayila Private Game Reserve within the Lower Zambezi Conservation area.
  • At Kayila, the ‘Big Four’ are frequent and treasured guests. We introduce them to travellers who visit in search of an unparalleled wildlife experience through game drives in the reserve.
  • Our location also provides a unique insight into the Chiawa/ Mugulameno cultures at the adjoining village communities.

Getting to Us

There are many different ways to get to Kayila Camp. There are direct international flights into Lusaka Internatinal Airport by a number of international carriers including South African Airways Emirates, Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Airlines. it is a 35 minute air charter flight from Lusaka to Kayila airstrip which is 5 minutes from the camp.

South African Airwarys, Kenya Airways and British Airways all fly into Livingstone International Airport and here are a number of scheduled flights from Livingstone to Lusaka on Proflight.

At Kayila, there’s no shortage of activities to keep you busy and entertained. For each activity, guests will be guided by experienced guides whose knowledge of the Reserve is unsurpassed.

Weather In Camp

December, January, February and March – The rainy season
April and May – Most of the rain has faded away, leaving a landscape that is green and lush. There are clear skies and temperatures are pleasantly mild.
June, July and August – Nights are generally much cooler, but the days are clear and warm. Make sure you bring warm clothing to wrap up in the early mornings and evenings, as some nights get very cold.
September and October – Temperatures rise and it can get very hot in October. However, the game viewing is spectacular as the animals concentrate around the limited water sources and along the river.
November is variable. It can be hot and dry like October or you may be lucky enough to experience the first spectacular storms of the season.

Malaria

Although malaria is not prevalent in the Lower Zambezi Conservation Area it does occur in Zambia, therefore guests should take the necessary precautions.

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