Chisa Busanga, one of the most unusual camps in Zambia, will open on May 1 rather than June 1 thanks to favourable conditions in Kafue National Park.

With drier ground available earlier than usual, guests will be able to walk, bike, and go on game drives for a month longer than initially planned.

What makes this camp unique is that each of the four rooms is built in the shape of a human-sized weaver nest: ‘chisa’ means ‘nest’ in the Nyanja language.

“Like a weaver bird, you’re snug among tightly woven twigs, sticks, and grasses, with a characteristic opening that provides a magnificent view over the Busanga Plains, known for strong lion prides and sensational birdlife,” Zambia Tourism said in a press release.

Each nest is 4m above the ground with a special lift for those who need extra assistance. In addition, guests can also saddle up to go on a mountain bike safari.

Chisa Busanga is slated to close on November 1 for the summer rainy season.