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Ila Safari Lodge

Ila Safari Lodge is located in the wilds of Kafue National Park, one of Zambia’s most unexplored treasures. The camp is eco-friendly, with an emphasis on sustainable practices, the buildings use sustainable and locally sourced materials and the meals are prepared with fresh ingredients from the local farm. There are four luxury canvas tents which offer guests privacy and exclusivity, with expansive private decking in front of the tents and stunning views over the sparkling Kafue River. The tents are luxury and authentic, with a traditional safari feel blending seamlessly with modern decor and features. Ideally situated for exploration of the untouched surroundings, guests can enjoy game drives, guided walks, a spot of fishing or a relaxing cruise down the river at sunset. A large infinity pool offers the perfect place to relax and catch a cooling dip, and here guests can place themselves in the heart of nature, solidifying memories of their trip, which will last a lifetime.

Mukambi Safari Lodge

Located on the banks of the Kafue River Mukambi Safari Lodge is sat on the border of the diverse Kafue National Park. The camp is authentic – guests will be able to gain a traditional safari experience – staying in the heart of the wilds of Zambia. Guests can chose to stay in a thatched chalet, a luxury riverside villa or a luxury safari tent, all of which are comfortable and authentic, with cosy home touches, ensuite bathrooms and private decking areas. The rooms all face the Kafue River so guests can enjoy the beautiful views from the comfort of their own bed. Meals are served in the main dining room where guests can enjoy relaxing on the sofas or around the boma, with a drink from the bar. The camp is ideally located for exploration of the Kafue National Park where guests can enjoy game excursions, walking safaris and unique boat safaris along the Kafue River at sunset. Creature unique memories at Mukambi Safari Lodge and spend time reconnecting to nature.

Konkamoya Lodge

Konkamoya Lodge is located in the stunning Kafue National Park in Zambia. Ideally located on the banks of the Itezhi Tezhi Dam the lodge is surrounded by a blend of rolling plains, luscious grasslands and the deep blue lake. Designed to be sustainable and eco-friendly, the lodge and tents are made out of recycled and eco-friendly materials, which also works to give the lodge an authentic natural feel. There are only four tents, which makes the camp small and personal. The rooms are spacious and bright, filled with natural light and luxury furniture, and all tents face east which means guests can enjoy waking up to the gentle sunrise over the horizon. The main area of the lodge where dinner is served is open sided, meaning guests can enjoy delicious food with a view – and here a plunge pool is found too, where guests can relax in the afternoons. Activities focus on exploring the untouched beauty of the Kafue National Park, with game drives and walking safaris perfect ways for guests to immerse themselves in the diverse nature of the park.

Chundukwa River Lodge

Chundukwa River Lodge sits on the banks of the Zambezi River, close by Livingstone. It is primely located, close enough to enjoy all the activities surrounding Victoria Falls, but far enough away to be quiet and intimate, with few tourists. The lodge is authentic and comfortable. Guests can stay in one of the chalets, which are perfect for honeymooning couples, or the 3 bedroomed cottage, perfect for families or a group of friends. The rooms are all welcoming and warm, with traditional African art, rugs, and wooden furniture and features. There are home touches throughout the lodge, with softly glowing lamps, draped mosquito netting around the beds and a communal dining area. Guests can spend the day exploring the peaceful gardens of the lodge, or can set off on a day of adventure of the surrounding area.

Royal Chundu Zambezi Island Lodge

Royal Chundu Zambezi Island Lodge is private and exclusive, located on Katombora Island, surrounded by the flowing rapids of the Zambezi River. The lodge is authentic and luxury, and with only four lodge suites the lodge always feels quiet. Rooms have traditional thatch roofs, and floor to ceiling doors which allow bright light to fill the space and afford exceptional views of the Zambezi from the comfort of the king size bed. Authentic touches have been added through the wooden furniture and blue feature textiles, which have been created by local seamstresses. The location of the lodge is ideal, guests will be immersed in wild nature however a short trip will take them to the magnificent Victoria Falls. With no shortage of activities to choose from, guests can spend time on a boat safari, canoe down the river, day trip around the falls or explore Katombora Island on foot; this is the perfect place for adventure seekers and laid-back travellers alike.

Zambezi Expeditions

Zambezi Expeditions is a semi-mobile camp that offers guests stunning views over the floodplains of the Zambezi River and the diverse landscape of Mana Pools National Park. The camp consists of six Meru style tents that lie along the riverside. The open plains present incredible wildlife viewing opportunities as herds of elephants and impala wander across the sweeping grasslands to drink from the riverbank. Zambezi Expeditions gives guests the opportunity to explore the World Heritage site, Mana Pools National Park, and enjoy activities such as fishing, canoeing and bird watching against the backdrop of the park’s verdant floodplains and the distant escarpment across the river’s flowing waters. The semi-mobile camp is small and intimate, meaning that guests can enjoy a private and authentic safari experience in peaceful surroundings. While the camp usually tailors for up to 12 guests at any one time, a 6-bedded camp of three tents can be set up for a single group on special request. Due to its riverside location, Zambezi Expeditions closes over the rainy season and is open from April 1st until November 30th.

Nyamatusi Mahogany

Nyamatusi Mahogany is a small and intimate camp, perfect for families who are looking for a personal and authentic safari experience in a comfortable, child-friendly setting. The Ngwana Club provides a range of fun and educational activities for children, and the family suites are positioned closest to the main area so that younger guests can easily reach it without having to walk through the wilderness. The camp is made up of just four suites, two of which are family suites, which all overlook the tranquil waters of the Zambezi River from the pleasant shade of towering and ancient mahogany trees, from which the camp takes its name. Nyamatusi Mahogany has a natural design and is powered by solar energy, causing minimal disruption to the environment. Mana Pools is known as one of the last pioneer parks, and is a haven for explorers and nature-lovers due to its diverse landscape and rich wildlife population. Take a canoe along the river and view wildlife from a whole new perspective, or embark on a game drive to find the best spots for viewing wildlife alongside the camp’s knowledgable guides.

Little Vundu Camp

Little Vundu is a private and intimate camp that rests on the banks of the Zambezi River in the private Vundu Concession. The semi-permanent camp consists of 5 Meru style tents which are set up at the beginning of May and taken down on the last day of November when the rainy season causes the river to rise and the floodplains become too wet. This small and exclusive camp offers guests the chance to enjoy an authentic and rustic safari experience in the tranquil setting of the private concession. Guests will rarely see another safari vehicle, meaning that they can focus on the incredible wildlife of Mana Pools, the stunning birdlife, and the breathtaking scenery.
Little Vundu is owned by Nick and Desiree Murray, who are both qualified guides with nearly 60 years of experience between them. Nick Murray was the lead guide in the Painted Wolf episode of BBC’s Earth series, where he worked alongside Sir David Attenborough, and guests will be able to see these incredible creatures (also known as African Wild Dogs) while staying at Little Vundu Camp.

John’s Camp

John’s Camp is a semi-permanent safari camp that lies on the banks of the Zambezi River, nestled into the pleasant shade of towering Trichelia and Mahogany trees. The camp opens in May of each year, and guests can visit until November 15th, when the camp closes for the rainy season. 6 Meru style tents overlook the river’s tranquil waters and the rolling landscape beyond. Guests can gather by an evening campfire and enjoy interacting and sharing exciting safari stories over a meal. John’s Camp is situated within Mana Pools National Park, where guests can walk across the floodplains and get up close to the incredible wildlife that roams the diverse landscape. Watch the silhouettes of passing African Bull Elephant herds as you see off the end of another day with a refreshing sundowner, as trails of blazing pink and orange streak through the clear skies.

Sindabezi Island Lodge

Exclusive, private and authentic are three words which describe the feeling of Sindabezi Island Lodge. Located on an island of the same name in the flowing Zambezi River, the lodge has huts made out of natural materials and thatch roofs which make the camp feel traditional and conscious of nature, and it is this consciousness that has earned the lodge the title of one of the top 10 eco-lodges in Africa. With only five chalets, this lodge is perfect for couples wanting a romantic stay or the whole island can be booked for groups of friends to enjoy. Chalets are luxurious with large, comfy beds and features that make them unique, from toilets with a view, outdoor bathtubs, hammocks and private deckings. Enjoy dinners al fresco style, under the wide starry sky and drinks around the Boma where you can share stories of your day. Spend days exploring the other islands and the magnificent Victoria Falls or enjoy more relaxed days birdwatching, with picnics and a dip in the plunge pool.
 

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