16th May 2026 13km Bululwe Hill Hike

Conquer the Peak: Bululwe Hill Walk

Get ready for breathtaking views! The Bululwe Hill Walk is a 5-hour, 13km journey through the stunning Bululwe Area in Kafue District. Located about 23km east of Chilanga, this 3-star rated hike rewards you with panoramic views of Lusaka South, Chilanga, and Chifwema. If you’re new to hill walking, we recommend starting with our Naboye Trail or Nkwashi 10km hike to get you ready for the summit!

Basic Tour Info

Tour Name: 13km Bululwe Hill Hike

Location: Bululwe Area (Near Chilanga)

Hiking Distance: 13 km

Hiking Duration: 5 hrs

Terrain: The Bululwe Hill Walk is a challenging hike with steep ascent and descent through rugged terrain, requiring good fitness and sturdy hiking boots/trainers.

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 is crucial in the event 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

Mobile signal is patchy in the area and in
Some places are non-existent. There is signal at
the top of Bululwe and at a few points along
the walk.

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 Start Point
Briefing, registration & collection of packed
lunch
8:30 Hike Begins.
Eat lunch en route.
Naboye Tour
13:30 (Approx) Hike ends Departure
17:30 Arrive at Puma Manda Hill

Note:

For those on the bus, please be at Manda Hill Puma filling station by 6:30. Start time is at 7 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.

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