12th March 2026 13km Kafue River Walk (Naboye Trail)

Explore the Kafue River

Join us on the breathtaking Naboye Trail, a 13km, 5-hour journey along the scenic Kafue River. Discover stunning views and rich cultural heritage, and positively impact local communities through sustainable tourism.

Explore the tranquil Muchito stream, and uncover the secrets of Naboye, a sacred rock pool where locals have sought ancestral blessings for centuries.

Basic Tour Info

Tour Name: 13km Kafue River Walk (Naboye Trail)

Location: Kafue River (Near Kafue Town)

Hiking Distance: 13 km

Hiking Duration: 6 hrs

Terrain: Mostly flat, with a few river crossings and a few small hills.

Difficulty:

Location On Google Maps:

Before You Go

To ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience, please note the following:

Safety Precautions

Before embarking on your adventure with Mwaba Mwila Adventures, please ensure you have:
Active medical insurance: This is crucial in case of an emergency.
On our hikes, a qualified first aider will be present to provide immediate assistance.
In the unlikely event of a more severe incident requiring evacuation, please note that:
Evacuation logistics and costs are your responsibility. We will assist in facilitating the process, but you must organise and cover further treatment expenses.

Mobile Signal

Please be aware that the mobile signal in the area is patchy and may be nonexistent in some places.

Meals

A basic packed lunch will be provided for the hike. Please bring extra snacks to keep you energised throughout the day

Packing

Pack a “day bag” with essentials for the day. Your packed lunch will be provided before the hike and should be carried in your day bag.

WHAT TO
BRING

Packing List – Please use the kit list below as a guide for what to bring.
-Hat
-Sunscreen
-Hiking Boots/Sneakers
-Water bottle full of water (3 litres)
-Raincoat (Rainy Season)
-Personal medication
-Camera
-Extra drinks & snacks

ITINERARY

05: 30 Meet at Manda Hill – Puma Filling
Station
06: 00 Bus departs from Manda Hill – Puma
Filling Station.
08:00 Arrive at Shachinyama Village
Briefing, registration & collection of packed
lunch
9:00 Hike Begins.
Eat lunch en route.
Naboye Tour
14:00 (Approx) Hike ends Departure
16:00 Arrive at Puma Manda Hill

Note:

For those on the bus, please be at Manda Hill Puma filling station by 5:30. Start time is at 6 sharp!

We advise that you be dropped off, as there is no parking at the pick-up point. If you do come with your vehicle, you could park (at owner’s risk) it inside Manda Hill, but you will have to use the Manchinchi Road entry and walk around to the filling station.

For those on self-drive, we will meet at Kafue River Mall at 8 hours so that we can all move in a convoy.

Please know that upon arrival, we will all be required to sign an indemnity form and photo release.

“The trip is very well organized. The staff is good and knowledgeable about the trail and the local community.”
Natasja

Pricing: Citizen/Resident

Self Drive (Suitable for low clearance vehicles)

ZMW600

Price includes a guided hiking tour, & a packed lunch.

All Inclusive

ZMW750

Inclusive of transport, guided hiking tour, & packed lunch.

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Pricing: Non-Resident