Mobile camping safaris offer a truly unique experience, with the sounds of grazing animals or vervet monkeys hopping between the roves. Zambia is a truly wild destination and accommodation really does reflect this, with beautiful walking trails focused on the outdoors. Take a look through some of our favourite accommodation options in Zambia, and contact us for details on these or any others.
Chula Island Camp is a stunning tented camp with all the luxuries one could wish for, but with the charm and ethos of a true seasonal bush-camp. This intimate camp features just five guest tents, ensuring a maximum of 10 guests in camp at any given time. Each tent has been thoughtfully positioned to provide guests with the best possible views across the Zambezi River, offering a front-row seat to the breathtaking natural surroundings.
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Hidden away in the trees, the Chisa Busanga Nests weave together luxury and romance while immersing you in the enchanting wilderness of the Busanga Plains. In the local Nyanja language, 'Chisa’ means bird’s nest and the nest-like rooms at this camp stand in the treetops on stilts. Wooden steps lead you to your haven in the trees, which is lined in canvas tenting and fitted with a modern en-suite bathroom and king size bed covered in soft linens.
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Located in South Luangwa National Park, Kafunta River Lodge overlooks the wildlife-rich flood plain. The lodge has eight en-suite, private, thatched safari chalets, all built upon raised wooden platforms, with a traditional African style interior. In addition, there are two luxury suites with a private deck, luxurious bathroom and an upstairs veranda, perfect for viewing wildlife.
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An amazing location on one of the prime stretches of the Luangwa River, Chamilandu Bushcamp is surrounded by a wealth of habitats that include riverine forest, woodland, oxbow lakes and open floodplains. This attracts a huge diversity of wildlife to the area and makes it one of the best locations for game viewing in the South Luangwa.
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Combining modern luxuries with the isolated bush, Kuyenda Bushcamp has a truly authentic feel, rustic in style with no unnecessary extras - a real old style safari experience. There is plenty of wildlife around, in fact just walking around the camp is like a game safari. The Camp is run by Babette Alfieri and Phil Berry, one of Zambia’s best guides with over 40 years experience in the bush.
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This award winning eco-lodge and serene retreat set about 45 minutes upstream from the famous Victoria Falls. With a variety of 11 en-suite cottages feature individual African Fusion designs and offer guests the opportunity to sit back and unwind after indulging in the extensive range of activities around Victoria Falls.
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Sausage Tree Camp is hidden amongst mature sausage and mahogany trees on the banks of the Zambezi River, in the heart of the Lower Zambezi National Park. The funky Bedouin style tents feature ensuite bathroom and private verandah. Refreshing sundowners can be enjoyed in the welcoming bar area, which is fronted by an enormous teak deck that overlooks the Zambezi River, while a sparkling swimming pool completes the setting. Spend an evening dining on the banks of the Zambezi, serenaded by hippos and frogs.
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Sungani Lodge is the most Southerly Camp in the South Luangwa National Park. Just a little further upstream is Kulandila Camp. Sungani Lodge is situated on the edge of a lagoon, sheltered by trees, blending seamlessly into the landscape. The entire lodge is built on elevated decking, allowing guests to safely wander around during the day.
Read moreChinzombo is a relatively new camp (opened in March 2013) that has taken Zambia safaris to a new level in the South Luangwa. Located on the Luangwa River, this lodge has a super luxurious feel whilst still keeping with the traditional Africa bush style of a tented camp. Each of the six villas are spacious with free standing bath tubs and private plunge pools, both with incredible views over the river - perfect for those lazy afternoons whilst watching the wildlife come down to the river to drink.
King Lewanika Lodge is a newly-opened luxury lodge, designed by the architects behind Miavana, North Island and Ngorongoro Crater Lodge, and situated in the wildlife-rich but relatively undiscovered Liuwa Plains National Park. Named after the Barotse King who first proclaimed Liuwa a protected area in the 1880’s, King Lewanika comprises six luxurious villas, including a two-bedroomed family villa, each offering expansive views over the surrounding plains. Famous for its lions, Liuwa is also home to the second largest wildebeest migration in Africa and more than 300 bird species. King Lewanika comprises six modern and luxurious villas, including a two-bedroom family villa, and accommodates a maximum of 15 guests. Each villa is carefully positioned on a raised wooden platform, providing guests with maximum privacy and spectacular views of the surrounding plains.
