As a luxury tented lodge sensitive to the pristine ecosystem of Kafue National Park, Ila Safari Lodge is intimately woven into the stillness of its place on the Kafue River.
From environmentally friendly, locally sourced building materials and solar-powered electricity to development of Zambia’s first electric game drive vehicle, Ila is a truly environmentally conscious safari experience. Yet it still manages to effortlessly infuse modern African style, elegance and comfort to make this your unique bush retreat in the heart of Kafue.
Green Safaris’ sustainability ethos began with Ila Safari Lodge. Ila’s history though is much older and a fascinating story we love telling.
Our Story
Our 10 Luxury Safari Tents are individually designed to mesh with their wild surrounds and open to sweeping views of the Kafue River. Families can also enjoy a private space of Kafue wilderness in our two larger suites.
Open from 3rd March 2022.
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Kafue National Park, the largest and oldest park in Zambia, is one of the last great expanses of remote and unspoiled wilderness in Africa. The possibility of a wildlife moment awaits you around the next tree or bend in the Kafue River.
ExploreI've stayed at Ila Safari Lodge before (three years ago when it had just opened) and I'm very glad I went back… I really appreciate that they do everything in their power to reduce their carbon footprint, from the electric boat and vehicles to aluminium and glass water bottles. I would definitely recommend everyone who wants to go to the Kafue National Park to stay at Ila to enjoy the luxury and wildlife. - Marcel W
We show our love for the environment, wildlife and people through sustainable building practices and safari experiences. You can join us in supporting key conservation, anti-poaching and community development initiatives during your stay.
Get InvolvedSilent Safaris are our specialty in Kafue. You move almost unnoticed in our electric Land Cruiser and boat, stopping for a bush breakfast and floating at sunset on the Kafue River.
View AllZambia has so much more to show you so don’t jet home just yet. Experience northern Kafue’s enchanting Busanga Plains from Chisa Busanga Camp or unwind at Tongabezi just 12kms upstream from the mighty Victoria Falls.
Love letters on leading travel platforms are the best motivation. They give us the confidence we need to continue creating magical experiences for travellers as well as sustaining and developing our communities and wildlife.
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Best Zambian Eco Lodge 2016
The 10 best Africa Safari Camps and Lodges with Guest Funded Conservation Projects 2020
National Geographic 10 of the Best Africa Adventures 2018
Go And Do Good
Blend into the quiet of nature in our e-Cruiser, which allows you to experience all the sights and sounds of the bush in near silence and with a deep sense of environmental care.
Explore Kafue at dawn and dusk in one of our three standard 4 x 4 game drive vehicles that are sturdy enough allow you to venture through less explored parts of the park.
Cruise quietly along the Kafue River in our solar-powered e-Boat and watch as birds dive for fish, crocodiles bask in the sun and elephants splash in the shallows.
Slow down to nature’s pace as your knowledgeable guide and armed scout leads you on a bush walk that immerses you in the beautiful and biodiverse landscapes of Kafue.
Take a dip in our rim flow infinity pool while enjoying stunning views of the Kafue River and bush beyond.
Tuck into a breakfast lovingly made by our guides who know all the best spots to watch the sun rise over the park.
Get treated to a fabulous lunch or watch the sun set on the banks of the Kafue River from the comfort of our solar-powered e-Boat.
Enjoy a couple of hours with a rod and reel down at the Kafue River, surrounded by birdsong and a cool breeze.
Learn how local food and livelihood sustainability thrive from this community farming project, which was started by Green Safaris Conservation Foundation and is now run by Nalusanga community.
Meet the people of Zambian Carnivore Programme and Panthera that research, manage and protect carnivores and their habitats, and establish community support for wildlife.
Visit Lukanga community and see how much the teachers and students are achieving for education in Zambia on a daily basis.
Take a stroll within the lodge grounds and learn about our sustainability practices, including a state of the art solar system, tree-planting programme, and how the lodge was built with sandbags.
Flights to Lusaka from Johannesburg