Puku Ridge is a newly reimagined luxury safari lodge set deep within South Luangwa National Park, overlooking a private floodplain and permanent watering hole that draws an ever-changing cast of wildlife. Elevated on a ridge and thoughtfully rebuilt with a lighter environmental footprint, the lodge blends refined contemporary design with the soul of traditional Luangwa bush camps. From its elegant safari tents to its prime photographic hide and expertly outfitted game-viewing vehicles, every detail has been carefully curated for an exceptional safari experience.
A collaboration between Chichele Safaris and the renowned Cumings Family of Chiawa Camp & Old Mondoro, Puku Ridge offers wilderness luxury without losing its authentic roots. Guests enjoy outstanding guiding, intimate wildlife encounters—including frequent leopard sightings—and a strong commitment to sustainability and community engagement. Elements of traditional village life and local art are seamlessly woven into the lodge’s design, creating a safari experience that effortlessly balances past and present in one of Zambia’s finest wildlife regions.