Potato Bush Camp (Lower Zambezi National Park) in Lower Zambezi, Lower Zambezi National Park: Hours, Facilities and Family Guide
Animals and wildlife in Lower Zambezi, Lower Zambezi National Park
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Potato Bush Camp is an outstanding choice for families who want a luxury safari with genuine child-focused programming. The family house and two kids’ programmes make it easy to travel with children of different ages, and the setting is spectacular. Expect exceptional service and wildlife viewing.
What is Potato Bush Camp (Lower Zambezi National Park)?
Potato Bush Camp is a deluxe safari camp in the heart of Lower Zambezi National Park, offering three guest tents and a two-bedroom family house, all with private plunge pools and butler service. The camp runs two dedicated kids’ programmes—one for ages 4–8 and another for ages 8–12—ensuring that younger guests are engaged and entertained with age-appropriate activities. It offers game drives, night drives, walks (minimum age 15), canoe trips, boat cruises, and catch-and-release fishing, and is open from April to June and October to November.
Wildlife conservation in Lower Zambezi National Park
💡 Money-saving tips for families
- Book early Family house limited. Kids’ programmes
Is it right for your child's age?
| Age group | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| 0–2 years | Good | Family house and gentle activities. |
| 3–5 years | Good | Kids’ programme for ages 4–8. |
| 6–9 years | Excellent | Core age range for kids’ programme. |
| 10–12 years | Very good | Kids’ programme for ages 8–12. |
| 13+ years | Good | Full safari experience. |
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Key details
- Address
- Lower Zambezi National Park, Lusaka Province, Zambia, Lower Zambezi National Park
What if...?
The questions every parent asks before booking. Tap to expand.
What ages are the kids’ programmes for?
There are two programmes, for ages 4–8 and 8–12.
Is there a family house?
Yes, a two-bedroom family house with private plunge pools is available.
Family essentials
- Suitable age bands
- 0–2 years
- 3–5 years
- 6–9 years
- 10–12 years
- 13+ years
- Toddler suitability
- Yes, family house
- Minimum age
- 4 (kids’ programmes)
- Facilities
- Family house
- kids’ programmes
- plunge pools
- Access and parking
- Air or boat access
- Safety notes
Wildlife area; supervise children
Tickets and costs
- Ages that pay the child rate
- 4+ years
- Toddler age band
- Yes
- Ticket notes
Rates on enquiry; confirm current family rates and child policy with the operator. Kids’ programmes for ages 4–8 and 8–12. Walks minimum age 15.
- Parking
- Free
- Free entry rules
- No
- Extra costs (activities, rentals, food)
Family house, kids’ programmes, private plunge pools
- Food and drink per person (estimate)
- Free
- Return transport (estimate, flat)
- Free
- Transport estimate note
- Charter flights to Jeki Airstrip, then 40-minute boat transfer
- Prices last checked
- Rates and family suitability cross-checked with Yellow Zebra Safaris, October 2026
Plan your visit
- Best time to visit
- Dry season (April–June, October–November)
- Busiest times
- School holidays
- How to get there
Lower Zambezi National Park; air or boat transfer
- By car
- Yes, fly-in
- Uber / Bolt estimate
- Not practical
- Public transport
Not practical
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Potato Bush Camp (Lower Zambezi National Park) suitable for toddlers and young children?
- Minimum age: 4 (kids’ programmes). Wildlife area; supervise children
- Is Potato Bush Camp (Lower Zambezi National Park) accessible, and is there parking?
- Access and parking: Air or boat access.
- What is the best time to visit Potato Bush Camp (Lower Zambezi National Park)?
- Dry season (April–June, October–November). It is busiest School holidays.
- How do you get to Potato Bush Camp (Lower Zambezi National Park)?
- Yes, fly-in. Ride-hailing: Not practical. Public transport: Not practical Lower Zambezi National Park; air or boat transfer
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