Austin Wienand

This accommodation provider has taken action to address one or more issues (whether environmental, social or cultural) which will contribute positively to the long term viability of the destination and hence their site displays a Caring for the destination rating.

Main area of focus in Caring for the Destination:  

All materials used for building the camp and inside the tented chalets are from locally sourced materials, such a s drift wood. Local Mukwa etc

Detailed description of the Caring for the Destination Initiative: 

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Kafue River Camp was built using almost completely utilizing materials gleaned from the surrounding area. Bricks are made with an interlocking brick press, using soil from the dambo nearby. All roofs were thatched with grass from the camp’s immediate vicinity; wood for doors, window-frames, chairs and tables was obtained from nearby Mumbwa, made by the camp’s resident carpenter. Camp staff, all from the immediate area, are always on the lookout for attractive pieces of driftwood which the camp manager turns into toilet-roll holders and bedside lamps.

Water for showers is heated in a unique geyser system (designed by our General Manager, Chriss Wienand) for each chalet and the kitchen, which use a minimal amount of dead wood collected from the property.

A small wind turbine is used to charge batteries, and all lights are solar-powered