SafPar Fact File: Kayila Lodge

15 March 2008 to 15 January 2009
Standard Room, Full Board basis: US$160 pp sharing
Standard Room, Full Board basis: US$ 240 per single person

One-way road transfer from Lusaka to Chirundu (Breezers), US$ 76 pp (Min. 3 pax)
One-way road transfer from Livingstone to Chirundu (Breezers), US$ 189 pp (Min. 3 pax)
One-way speedboat transfer between Chirundu (Breezers) and Kayila, US$ 450 per boat

Air charter rates from Lusaka/Livingstone to Kayila are available on application
(Flights between Livingstone & Lower Zambezi are all via Lusaka. Rates are subject to change)

Kayila Lodge is situated on a private wildlife sanctuary on the northern banks of the Zambezi River, approximately 45km downstream from Chirundu opposite Mana Pools National Park.

Wildlife at Kayila Lodge

Common sightings at Kayila Lodge are elephant, buffalo, impala, puku, bushbuck, kudu, zebra, warthog, baboon, hippo, crocodile and an abundant species of birdlife. Nocturnal animals such as hyena, porcupine, civet, genet, honeybadger and leopard are occasionally seen on night drives. There are also lion on the estate and wilddog occur further east in the Lower Zambezi National Park. There have also been occasional sightings of the Samango Monkey on the estate.

Accommodation at Kayila Lodge

· 3 x twin bed stone under thatch chalets with ensuite shower, toilet and handbasin
· Honeymoon suite with large sunken bath, shower, toilet and hand basin
· 1 x double bed treehouse with a lower level shower, toilet and handbasin
· 1 x family room - 1 double and 2 singles with ensuite shower, toilet and handbasin
· All chalets have a verandah with deck chairs and a private view of the river.

Facilities at Kayila Lodge

· A central dining area on higher ground affords magnificent views of the river and the escarpment.
· A Baobab tree with a toilet and hand basin.
· Plunge pool.

Activities at Kayila Lodge

canoeing
day and night game drives
fishing (limited rods and tackle are provided)
walking
sundowner cruises
mountain hikes (on request)

Transfer options

1) Departures ex the Cutty Sark Hotel at 10h00. Road transfer to the Kafue Pontoon,
boat transfer to Kayila Lodge.
2) By boat from Kafue Pontoon (self-drive clients only).
3) By road via Chirundu and the Kafue Pontoon to Zambezi Wildlife sanctuary (for self drive clients only)

A charter service can be arranged and clients wishing to charter in to Kayila Lodge or out to Lusaka, Livingstone or Mfuwe at the end of their stay can do so on request. The charter will fly into Kayila airstrip.

Kayila Airstrip Details

15 degrees 47 minutes south
29 degrees 12 minutes east
1300 m good airstrip

Group size for bookings

Minimum number : 2 clients
Maximum number: 14 clients

Client requirements

If travelling from Zimbabwe return air tickets or vehicle registration particulars - if required.
Valid travel and health documents (cholera and yellow fever recommended).
Double entry visas for people requiring visas for re-entry into Zimbabwe. It is advisable for all clients to check with the Zambian authorities whether or not they need visas for Zambia, and if necessary obtain their visas prior to departure.
Advise Safari Par Excellence of any dietary requirements/allergies.

Visa requirements:
1) Double check with your nearest Safari Par Excellence Office.
2) SAFARI PAR EXCELLENCE WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR VISA FEES.

Insurance

Travel and medical insurance is COMPULSORY for all clients. Please ensure YOU have arranged this insurance in your own company prior to leaving so as to cover unexpected medical expenses and loss/theft of personal effects. Go to the Trip Planner section for additional information on Travel Insurance.

General requirements

· Malaria prophylactics
· Personal medical requirements
· Torch
· Binoculars
· Camera / Video and film
· Fishing rods and tackle
· Clothing - T-shirts
· warm clothing during cool months
· walking shoes
· Khaki / green clothing for walking
· swimming costume
· broad-brimmed hat
· sun-screen lotion.

Season

Kayila Lodge is open year round.

Additional information

Kayila Lodge: a brief introduction to the lodge
Map of the Lower Zambezi: pick up some bearings on the location of Mwambashi
African Safari options: ideas for safaris along the course of the Zambezi River
Photo Gallery: a gallery of full display pictures taken at Kayila Lodge
Safari combinations: consider Kayila Lodge in conjunction with other Safari Par Excellence properties and safari options