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Chiawa Camp

Located on the banks of the Zambezi River, in the diverse Lower Zambezi National Park is Chiawa Camp. On offer is a traditional and authentic safari experience with unique and luxury touches throughout your stay. The suites at this camp are comfortable and homely, but with wide floor to ceiling windows and doors, you won’t forget the stunning beauty which surrounds you. Outside every safari tent is a stone lounge/plunge pool area – and a large sparkling pool sits outside the safari suite – which are perfect for cooling down during hot afternoons. A carbon neutral certified camp, walking safaris and canoeing trips are available to guests, to explore the national park whilst connecting to nature. Game drives are also offered, with their carbon emissions offset by the purchase of special carbon credits. The food served at Chiawa camp is fresh and delicious, served in the bush under the wide starry skies, surrounded by the wild nature of this beautiful corner of Zambia.

Baines’ River Camp

Located on the banks of the sparkling Zambezi River is the exclusive Baines’ River Camp. Nestled in among Jackalberry and Tamarind trees, the camp is immersed in nature and surrounded by the wilds of Zambia. The suites here are luxurious and comfortable, with spacious open plan rooms and private verandahs with comfortable sofas which offer a view of the river. Wandering animals may meander past your suite, your dinner table or while you’re relaxing in the pool, reminding guests of the spectacular nature of this corner of Zambia. Enjoy meals around a crackling boma, or in a unique location in the bush or dine in the privacy of your room. Guests have a choice of ways to adventure and relax whilst here, from game drives through the bush to an enjoyable game of boules on the sandy banks of the river. At the end of the day grab a drink from the bar and unwind on the sofas in the lounge area, recalling memories from your day.

Chongwe River House

Chongwe River House represents award-winning safari design at its absolute finest. This charming, two storey, four bedroom private house is set on a serene stretch of the Chongwe River against a magnificent mountainous backdrop. The Chongwe area is well-know for its population of elephants which will frequently wander through the camp in search of seed pods from the winterthorn trees. Chongwe River House mixes smoothly into the tranquil river setting. The flowing curves and bends of the house become open living spaces that accentuate the surrounding wilderness. Waterfall showers, private open air bathtubs, furniture carved from a winterthorn tree and ceilings studded with river pebbles all combine to complete the inspired design. Throughout your stay, dedicated staff will ensure your experience is wonderful, relaxing and memorable.

Chongwe River Camp

Surrounded by pristine wildlife is Chongwe River Camp. Sat on the edge of both the Zambezi River and Chongwe River the camp is authentic and luxurious, exuding a sense of peace and exclusivity with only 9 safari tents. The tents are comfortable and spacious, filled with bright natural light and with unparalleled river views of the sparkling Chongwe. Enjoy freshly prepared and local food in the bush, and an authentic sundowner experience around the crackling fire pit. Guests can explore the surroundings on an exciting game drive or boat safari, or a gentle canoe down the calm water of the river. In such a stunning environment there is something for everyone, and guests will leave having made memories which will last a lifetime.

Royal Zambezi Lodge

Royal Zambezi Lodge, a stunning combination of modern style and comfort in an unspoilt bush environment. Featuring king-size beds in large, fully-netted, canvas tents under traditional thatched canopies, and comfortable sofas in front of roaring open fires and spacious verandas, the lodge is an opulent base from which to explore the area. The specialised design of Royal Zambezi Lodge ensures that nature and the environment play a leading role in the relaxed pace and unique experience enjoyed by guests. The Lodge is the ideal place to stay when visiting Victoria Falls. It works perfectly both as a family safari holiday and as the romantic setting for a honeymooning couple.

Chamilandu Bushcamp

Chamilandu is a magnificent camp on one of the South Luangwa’s ultimate river locations, perfect for a panoramic view of the wildlife that the river and its lagoons hold. There are only three stilted chalets here, allowing guests to experience true serenity on a riverbank beneath a soaring ebony grove. Every chalet has its own raised veranda to relax on during the heat of the day, and an open-fronted en-suite bathroom with the same encapsulating views over the tranquil waters. Two of the chalets are twins (2 queen-sized beds) and one is a double (king-sized bed), making room for just six guests, perfect for small groups. Guests can gaze at thea sunset from the comfort of the thatched bar and dining area, as they watch the wildlife go through their evening routines.

Bilimungwe Bushcamp

Looking over 3 natural waterholes with many herds of elephant, Bilimungwe Bushcamp is a hidden gem tucked away under huge mahogany trees. The 4 large thatched chalets sit on stilts and have magnificent views of one or two of the three watering holes. Bilimungwe has a magnificent secret breakfast spot on the edge of Luangwa Valley, perfect to watch the sunrise over the Chindeni hills, as well as a boma ready-made for surprise outdoor dinners under the stars!

Chongwe River Suites

Indulge in luxury and seclusion while immersing yourself in the wildest of settings! Wake up to birdsong as the sun rises over the Zambezi River, reflecting the colours all around you. Playful vervet monkeys will scamper through the canopy above as you watch a herd of elephants feed on the seed pods dropped from a nearby tree. Named for local, indigenous plants that grow in the area, the Cassia and Albida Suites are tucked under ancient towering trees at the convergence of the Chongwe and Zambezi Rivers. The one-bedroom Cassia Suite is a private suite for two, perfect for honeymooners and couples, while the two-bedroom, two-bathroom Albida Suite sleeps four guests and is great for families or friends travelling together.

Flatdogs Camp

Flatdogs camp offers a blend of unique accommodations beside the South Luangwa National Park. From an opulent two bed-roomed tented house with private pool, to the wilder Jackalberry Treehouse built on platforms around four live Ebony trees, over-looking a game rich waterhole. The Chalet Suites are perfect for families and the Luxury Tents are spread out along the riverbank – offering the “Africa under canvas” experience – with elephant browsing around them and hippo grazing just outside. Even the Standard Safari Tents will spoil you with full en-suite facilities and panoramic landscapes. The South Luangwa National Park is one of the last great wildlife wonders of the world, covering 3,475 square miles of pristine wilderness in Zambia‘s Eastern Province. The South Luangwa has been visited by wildlife enthusiasts from all over the world since its creation as a National Park in 1972, it offers a safari experience unmatched by any others.

Chindeni Bushcamp

Located in an enviable location on the shores of a wildlife-infested lagoon is Chindeni, one of the most beautiful tented camps in the South Luangwa region. Sleeping in the wilds under canvas ignites a sense of adventure in everyone, and you will find exactly that sense here. That thrill is not at the expense of style and comfort, plenty of which is found in each of the four opulent tents. Your private veranda offers a sensational view of the lagoon, which attracts birds and animals from miles around. Feel free to settle back anytime with a gin-and-tonic in the central lounge and dining area, an elegant expanse of varnished decking arranged on several levels around the surrounding ebony trees. Again, this boasts the same spectacular view of the serene lagoon and its inhabitants.