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Sanctuary Puku Ridge Camp

Our rating

8/10

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Highlights

- Superb panoramic views
- Quieter area of National Park
- Excellent game viewing

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Overview

Sanctuary Puku Ridge Camp is an upmarket tented safari camp, situated in South Luangwa National Park, eastern Zambia. Approximately two hours’ drive from Mfuwe airport, this luxurious dwelling boasts a fabulous hilltop location with panoramic views of wildlife grazing on the floodplain below, including the Puku antelope, after which the camp is named. A prime game-viewing area, the park is home to over 400 species of bird and a rich diversity of wildlife, including lion, leopard, elephant, zebra, buffalo, hippo, giraffe, and wild dog. Away from the crowds, and fully immersed in nature, this stylish camp combines high quality cuisine, friendly service and delightful creature comforts with an authentic safari experience amidst eastern Zambia’s remote and beautiful landscape.

The camp’s main building is open-fronted and airy, with a striking thatched ceiling and a stylish blend of traditional and contemporary furnishings. Guest spaces comprise a sumptuous lounge, bar and dining area, all with stunning views. Dining is flexible and delicious meals are served both indoors and alfresco by the campfire. Private dining can also be accommodated. Outside is a substantial decked area, with a shady veranda and seating, along with a delightful water feature. Wi-Fi is available in the main areas.

Activities include day and night game drives and walking safaris with knowledgeable guides, along with birdwatching and bush lunches. Guests will be excited to learn that the likelihood of spotting leopards is particularly high in the surrounding area.

The accommodation comprises seven splendid, well-appointed tents spaced out across the hillside. Each unit contains double or twin beds draped with mosquito nets, a comfortable lounge area, and an ensuite bathroom featuring a generous freestanding bathtub, an indoor and an outdoor forest-shaded shower. Facilities include a ceiling fan and a safe, and each tent comes with large picture windows and a private decked veranda, ideal for observing wildlife on the plains below in peaceful seclusion and comfort.

Children aged six years and older are very welcome at the camp. One extra bed can be provided in each tent on request, with children under 16 required to share accommodation with an adult. The camp is generally flexible towards families, and offers earlier mealtimes for younger guests. Note, however, that there is a minimum age restriction of 12 years for walking safaris and bush lunches. Given the genuinely wild setting of the camp, parents are reminded that supervision of children is required at all times.

What customers are saying after travelling with Tourdust

Average Rating

based on 536 reviews

(5.00/5)

  • Trip was great and all the arrangements were excellent so thank you for all the help!

    Drivers and transfers were all good - on time and very good service on each trip.

    Accommodation was lovely - Douar Samra was amazing (weather could have been better but lovely regardless). Riad in Marrakesh was also great!

    All in all a great trip and we loved the variety of the mountains, Marrakesh and the coast.

    Thanks you once again!

    MissingHardeep S reviewing Boutique Marrakech & Atlas Mountains on 15 April 2024

  • I was also just about to email you to thank you and the team for arranging yet again, another wonderful experience.

    Mount Kenya was spectacular and wild - I think I prefer it to Kili in many ways. The entire support team was professional, friendly and all round fantastic in making sure that we were safe, well fed and well looked after. In particular, we would commend Peter the guide as well as Paul one of the porters who doubled-up as his deputy on summit day. Our route was often shrouded in mist and rain that rapidly gathered in the valleys and moorlands, and we were very impressed at how Peter managed to navigate us safely through all of that notwithstanding. In addition, we loved learning about the history of Mount Kenya from him in the evenings. And ofcourse, I was blown away by the lovely birthday surprise at the end complete with balloons and a delicious cake that had journeyed with us from day 1. One thing we might recommend because of the sudden change in weather (it would sometimes get extremely cold and wet) is for the equipment list to be a little bit more detailed in terms of its recommendations e.g. layers to be moisture-wicking, walking boots be waterproof, doubling up on socks to avoid blisters etc.

    El Karama is a beautiful conservancy and the lodge a true labour of love. Great hospitality in a relaxed environment. Delicious, fresh food. We enjoyed the drives, even if we didn't see much wildlife as the heavens opened on us for the last two outings. However, since it was very much geared towards families, I am not sure if I would stay again without kids. That said, I think it was perfect for a 3d/2n stay post mountain, and a much better choice than flying to the masai mara given the limited time we had.

    Our transits were smooth. Samuel the driver was always on time, drove safely and kept the vehicle clean.

    So it was a brilliant experience and one which I certainly will cherish for some time to come. It was great to work with you for a third time, and I certainly hope it won't be the last

    MissingJuhae C reviewing Mount Kenya Sirimon Naro Moru Trek on 01 March 2024

  • Thank you, we had an absolute wonderful time, and everything was well-planned and as described. Carla was crying on the day of our departure from Ants Nest, she didn’t want to go home and for it all to end, and when I asked how much longer she would want to stay, she responded “four weeks”

    MissingLars B reviewing Best of South Africa for Families on 01 March 2024

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