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Bushlore Africa 4x4 camper hire in Zambia

Lusaka or Livingstone as a starting point for camping in Zambia's parks, from Kafue to South Luangwa

public rating, 133 reviews
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departure cities in Zambia: the capital and the town of the falls
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  • Lusaka and Livingstone as departure points
  • Rooftop sleeping for the park campsites
  • Kazungula Bridge to Botswana an hour from Livingstone
  • Pick-up location given at booking

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Bushlore Africa in Zambia: self-drive in the bush, with a tent on the roof

In Zambia, Bushlore Africa's 4x4 campers leave from two cities: Lusaka, the capital, in the centre of the country, and Livingstone, in the south, close to Victoria Falls and the Zambezi. No depot address has been published yet; how and where the vehicle will be handed over to you is specified when you book.

Zambia is travelled park by park, with distances counted in days. From Lusaka, the Great East Road heads towards South Luangwa, the birthplace of walking safaris, and a shorter road goes down to the Lower Zambezi. Kafue, one of the largest parks in Africa, stretches to the west, between the two departure cities. Finally, Livingstone is only about an hour from the Kazungula Bridge, which crosses the Zambezi to Botswana and Chobe.

No prices or conditions have yet been recorded for Bushlore Africa in Zambia. For your dates, the offers specify the model available, the mileage, the excess and the camping equipment supplied with these converted Toyotas.

Our view: a logical choice for a camping safari in a country rich in riverside campsites. Plan for long stages, the dry season for the most remote parks and a careful reading of the offer, as no prices have been recorded.

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Bushlore Africa in detail: what you need to know

The key facts to decide whether Bushlore Africa suits your trip.

General information

Speciality
Converted Toyota 4x4s · for sleeping in the bush, depending on the version

Rental conditions

Prices in Zambia
Not yet recorded · shown in the search for your dates
Best time for the tracks
May to October · several park roads cut off in the rainy season

Insurance and extras

Sleeping
Rooftop tent or pop-up roof · depending on the model offered

Network and availability

Lusaka
Centre of the country · towards South Luangwa, Lower Zambezi and Kafue
Livingstone
South, on the Zambezi · towards the falls, southern Kafue and Chobe in Botswana
Delivery

Where Bushlore Africa delivers its vehicles in Zambia

2 delivery cities

Bushlore Africa has no physical branch in these cities: the company delivers the vehicle there, at a time and place agreed with you after booking. They are available as pick-up locations in the search form, which shows availability and the price, delivery included.

Our view

Bushlore Africa: who is it for, and who should look elsewhere?

Bushlore Africa is ideal if…

  • You dream of a safari in South Luangwa sleeping in your own camp
  • You are leaving from Livingstone to combine the falls and Chobe National Park
  • You have at least two weeks, as Zambia's parks are very far apart

Bushlore Africa is not ideal if…

  • You are aiming for January or February: the rainy season closes some of the tracks
Practical tips

Our tips for booking with Bushlore Africa

  1. Count distances in days

    Getting from Lusaka to South Luangwa means a very long drive east, which many split in two with a night near Chipata. Between Lusaka and Livingstone, nearly 500 km of tarmac await. Plan short stages once in the parks, where the tracks force a slow pace.

  2. Fill the tank before each park

    Filling stations disappear as soon as you leave the main roads, and a loaded 4x4 uses more fuel on sandy tracks. Fill up in the last town before a park, such as Chipata for South Luangwa or Mumbwa for northern Kafue.

  3. Follow the rules of unfenced campsites

    In many Zambian campsites, elephants and hippos wander freely between the tents, especially near rivers. Leave no food in the rooftop tent, stay close to the vehicle after dark and follow the camp staff's instructions.

What travellers ask

Your questions about Bushlore Africa

Where can you start in Zambia with Bushlore Africa?

Two cities are offered: Lusaka and Livingstone. As no address has been published yet, the precise handover location reaches you with the confirmation; our experts then help you arrange it with the rental company around your flight.

Which park should you head to first, depending on the departure city?

From Lusaka, Lower Zambezi is the closest, and South Luangwa the most renowned for leopards and walking safaris. From Livingstone, people tend to start with the falls, before heading up to southern Kafue or crossing into Botswana via Kazungula.

What budget should you plan for Bushlore Africa in Zambia?

No Bushlore Africa prices have yet been recorded in Zambia. The amount varies with the season, the model and the duration; the search calculates it for your dates, mandatory fees included, alongside the offers from Caprivi or Avis Safari Rental.

Verified customer reviews

They rented with Bushlore Africa

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Public rating of Bushlore Africa

Public rating of the rental company: 4.5/5 (133 reviews)

Public ratings collected on October 28, 2026 from independent review sites.

First rental of this type of vehicle in a professional context where the rental must take place from France to Canada. Many questions and Cooldrive (Marlène) has been a valuable support in guiding my choices. Efficiency and responsiveness beforehand, and on-site a vehicle and service that met our expectations. No complaints. Great!

Alain L.
Canada · Oct 2025
Avis Vérifiés

Too rigid computer system

Eric L.
Portugal · Oct 2025
Avis Vérifiés

Very good customer experience with Cooldrive. I highly recommend it! Thanks to the team who were attentive and available for organizing my trip to Canada.

B.
Canada · Oct 2025
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Frequently asked questions

FAQ — Bushlore Africa 4x4 camper hire in Zambia

Is crossing into Botswana or Zimbabwe allowed?

Livingstone is close to two borders: the Kazungula Bridge to Botswana and the Victoria Falls Bridge to Zimbabwe. Leaving Zambia with the 4x4 is only possible if the offer provides for it; also allow for the vehicle documents, insurance and road taxes charged at the border post.

What excess applies to a Bushlore Africa 4x4 in Zambia?

No excess has yet been recorded in Zambia. The offer details this amount, the deposit required and any options to reduce it. Bring a credit card with a limit that covers the pre-authorisation taken at departure.

What documents do you need to drive in Zambia?

Take your national licence and an international driving permit, which is very useful during checks. Warning triangles and vehicle documents are often checked by the police. The minimum age required depends on the offer.

About us

Hire a Bushlore Africa 4x4 camper in Zambia with CoolDrive Nomad

In Zambia, Bushlore Africa offers its camping 4x4s from Lusaka, for South Luangwa, the Lower Zambezi and Kafue, and from Livingstone, for Victoria Falls and the route to Chobe. On CoolDrive Nomad, you compare these offers with those of the other rental companies based in the country for your dates, then our experts help you prepare the vehicle handover. The brand's models and versions are presented in detail on its main page, for departures from South Africa.