5 Star Super Luxury Hotel

Exclusive member since: 2020

Location: South Luangwa in Zambia

Take in the spectacular views of the Luangwa River from your perch atop its banks.

Wake up to a flock of Lilian lovebirds coming over for a morning drink. Pause mid-brunch to welcome a giraffe feeding in the nearby trees. Watch a herd of elephants descend heavily toward the river from the privacy of your outdoor shower.

Kakuli, meaning old buffalo bull, was the nickname given by the locals to our pioneering founder Norman Carr, who started the walking safari tradition here in South Luangwa National Park. Its five bright and spacious rooms (including a two-bedroom, two-bathroom family suite) are designed to take full advantage of the scenic surroundings. Newly redesigned in 2018, each offers a feather-top bed, indoor and outdoor showers and a covered outdoor seating area. The elevated main salon overlooks the river and a permanent lagoon. Below, a wildlife hideaway offers close-up views of visitors stopping for a drink. Take a deep breath and admire the panoramic view with a refreshing drink before sampling traditional Zambian dishes at dinner.

The camp is an ideal base for exploring by vehicle and on foot, with a resident lion pride, a seasonal colony of jewel-like carmine bee-eaters and the most leopard sightings in a single trip each year. During the lush 'secret season' of the emeralds, venture out by boat and on foot to enjoy some of the best landscape and wildlife photography opportunities.

The exclusive VILU Benefits exclusive services that only our guests will have when staying at Time + Tide Kakuli are:

  • VIP services: fruit basket and mineral water in the room upon arrival.
  • Romantic private dinner or picnic.
  • Upgrade subject to availability.
  • Early check-in and late check-out subject to availability.
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