13 km 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)

Tour Type: Private Nature Walk

All-inclusive travel type: Private Vehicle: 1 – 4 pax: hatchback or similar, 5 – 7 pax: SUV/Minibus or similar, 8 – 17 pax 28 Seater Bus or similar.

Departures: Every day from Lusaka at 06:00 (Booking 48hrs prior)

Available : 1st March – 31st Oct

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

We will not be providing meals for this hike. Please bring high energy, lightweight snacks to keep you energised throughout the day

Packing

Pack a “day bag” with essentials, water and snacks for the day.

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
-Drinks & snacks

ITINERARY

05: 30 Meet at your Home/Hotel/Manda Hill – Puma Filling Station (All Inclusive Only)
06: 00 Bus departs from Home/Hotel/Manda Hill (All Inclusive Only)
08:00 Arrive at Shachinyama Village
Briefing & registration
9:00 Hike Begins.
Eat lunch en route.
Naboye Tour
14:00 (Approx) Hike ends Departure
16:00 Arrive at Home/Hotel/Manda Hill (All Inclusive Only)

Note:

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 7 hours so that we can all move in a convoy.

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

“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: (High Clearance Vehicles Only) Price includes a guided hiking tour & a packed lunch.	All Inclusive: Includes transport, a guided hiking tour, & packed lunch.
1 – 4 pax PP	ZMW 2,800	ZMW 3,200
5 – 7 pax PP	ZMW 1,800	ZMW 2,100
8 – 17 pax PP	ZMW 1,100	ZMW 1,400

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Pricing: Non-Resident/SADC

	Self Drive: (High Clearance Vehicles Only) Price includes a guided hiking tour, & a packed lunch.	All Inclusive: Includes transport, a guided hiking tour, & packed lunch.
1 – 4 pax PP	USD 110	USD 150
5 – 7 pax PP	USD 75	USD 110
8 – 17 pax PP	USD 55	USD 75