18 – 21 April 2025 Mount Mumpu Adventure

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 organize and cover further treatment expenses.

Mobile Signal

Please note that there is no mobile signal in the forest area. However, you can expect to have signal coverage in the following locations:

• At the summit of Mount Mumpu
• On top of a hill at Changwena Falls

Plan accordingly and inform your loved ones about the limited signal availability during your adventure.

Meals

Our all-inclusive package covers:

• 4 lunches
• 3 breakfasts
• 3 suppers

Note for Self-Drive Option: Lunch on travel days is not included.

Additional Tip: Please bring extra snacks to keep you energized throughout your adventure!

Packing

For a comfortable and enjoyable hiking experience, please pack your belongings in two separate bags:

Base Camp Bag: Pack personal belongings for your stay at Base Camp, including clothing, toiletries, and other personal items.

Day Bag: Pack essentials for the day’s hike, such as snacks, water, and sunscreen.

CAMPING
& EQUIPMENT

Please note that our campsite is a “wild camping” experience, offering a unique and immersive connection with nature. The campsite has the following amenities:

• Makeshift toilets and showers
• Tent, mattresses and sleeping bags provided for each camper

Please be prepared for a rustic experience with no running water or electricity.

WHAT TO
BRING

Packing List- Please use the kit list below as a guide to what to bring.
-Hat
-Sunscreen
-Hiking Boots/Sneakers
-Water bottle full of water (3 litres)
– Raincoat (Rainy Season)
– Personal medication
– Camera
– Extra drinks & snacks – Backpack – Pillow – Crocs/Rafters – Toiletries – Torch/Headtorch (and extra batteries) – Insect repellant

ITINERARY

Day 1 Friday 18th April

04: 30 Meet at Manda Hill Puma Filling
Station
05:00 Bus Leaves Lusaka from Manda Hill
Puma
08:00 Stopover at The Fig Tree- Kabwe.
08:30 Leave The Fig Tree- Kabwe.
11:30 Stopover at Mirriam’s Eco Cafe – Mkushi.
12:00 Depart for Changwena Falls, North
Swaka, Forest.
15:00 Arrive at Changwena Falls.
Camp set-up
18:00 Supper
20:00 Briefing

Day 2 Saturday 19th April

05:00 Hike 8km to Kankuka Base camp
07:00 Begin Mount Mumpu accent
13:00 Summit
16:00 Complete Descent and Hike Back to
Camp
18:00 Arrive at Changwena Camp
20:00 Supper

Day 3 Sunday 20th April

07:00 Breakfast
08:00 Leave Changwena Camp Hike to Fort
Elwes (Optional)
11:00 Arrive at Fort Elwes
14:00 Arrive back at Changwena Camp
15:00 – 17:00 Rockclimbing/Waterfall /Free
Time
19:00 Supper

Day 4 Monday 21st April

07:00 Breakfast
08:00 Leave Basecamp for Mkushi
11:00 Stopover at Mirriam’s Eco Cafe – Mkushi.
18:00 Arrive in Lusaka – Puma Filling Station

Note:

For those on the bus, please be by Manda Hill Puma filling station by 4:30. Start off time is at 5hrs sharp!

For those on self-drive, we will meet at Mirriams Eco Cafe in Mkushi at 11:30 hours. 

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