South Luangwa National Park

Summary

Bordering the Luangwa River, the northern and southern Luangwa National Parks contain some of the most breathtaking and untouched wilderness in Africa. As a result of this and the parks’ successful anti-poaching campaigns, the area has developed into a world-renowned wildlife haven. The South Luangwa National Park is renowned for its walking safari, which allows visitors to view elephant, hippo and even lion close-up under the supervision of professional and knowledgeable armed guides.

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Rooms: 4Type: Safari LodgeSpoken Languages: EnglishSpecial Interests: Adventure, Birding, Hiking, Nature, Star Gazing, WildlifeLocation: Zambia

Set on the banks of the Kapamba River, Kapamba Bushcamp's four stone chalets have one wall that is a spider-web design of metal latticework, giving guests an amazing view of the Kapamba River. Guests can watch the frequent wild visitors to the river from the multi-level main deck, or from the comfort of their own private verandas or pool-size bathtubs. Sundowners in the river and bush dinners are popular additions to the itinerary for Kapamba stays.

Rooms: 4Type: Safari LodgeSpoken Languages: EnglishSpecial Interests: Adventure, Birding, Leisure, Nature, Star Gazing, WildlifeLocation: Zambia

Each of Chindeni's four spacious tented chalets overlooks the lagoon and the Chindeni Hills in the distance. Relax in your hammock on your private deck, or in one of the comfy beanbags on the main deck, and watch the birds and wildlife flocking to the lagoon - huge "fishing parties" of migratory birds, elephants, zebra, and many more!

Rooms: 18Type: Safari LodgeSpoken Languages: EnglishSpecial Interests: Adventure, Birding, Nature, Relaxation, WildlifeLocation: Zambia

A unique lodge situated in the South Luangwa National Park with 18 luxury en-suite thatched chalets, each with a private decking area that overlooks a lagoon that attracts abundant wildlife. Overlooking a beautiful oxbow lagoon in Zambia's South Luangwa National Park, our lodge provides the visitor with a special glimpse of Africa as she was - untouched, unspoilt and unforgettable.

Accommodation comprises 18 guest chalets, each with its own private deck. Game drives and walks are conducted by an experienced and knowledgeable team of guides. The lodge also boasts a Bush Spa where a range of relaxing and healing African therapies are provided.

Mfuwe Lodge is open all year and all age groups are welcome!

Rooms: 5Rating: Brand: Time TideType: Safari LodgeSpoken Languages: EnglishSpecial Interests: Big 5, Birding, Flora, Hiking, Nature, Star Gazing, WildlifeLocation: Zambia

Immerse yourself in wilderness and luxurious comfort at this intimate riverside retreatMchenja is the local name for ebony, and the camp is tucked into a shady ebony grove beside the Luangwa River in the heart of South Luangwa National Park. Its five rooms (including a two-bedroom, two-bathroom family suite) are pure, natural elegance with grass walls, soft cushions and light-as-air curtains. Each has a feather-top bed, large picture windows and open air en-suite bathroom with a bath looking out onto the river. Built around a bent ebony trunk, the main lounge has the feel of a spacious treehouse. At breakfast, listen to a chorus of birdsong and laughing hippos. Between safari activities, relax in the refreshing pool overlooking the river. Pull yourself away from camp to track big cats through the bush with hushed voices and beating hearts. Night drives are always rewarding, with the bush revealing a different nocturnal surprise every time. At the right time of year, this is one of the best camps in the park for seeing carmine bee-eaters.

Rooms: 1Brand: Time TideType: Safari LodgeLocation: Zambia

Feel a million miles away at this remote bush camp in walking safari heaven!Sip your coffee by the campfire as the sun rises over the horizon. Venture out on foot in search of elusive roan antelope, eland and wild dogs. Listen to lion and hyena calls in the inky black night. An oasis set deep in the heart of South Luangwa National Park, with no other camps for miles around, Time + Tide Luwi is named after the seasonal, temporary river that flows nearby between January and April.Its five cosy rooms are nestled under a grove of ancient mahogany trees overlooking a floodplain that attracts hippos and elephants. Rebuilt every year, they’re designed to fully immerse guests in the bush experience. Each has a feather-top bed, open air en-suite bathroom and a peaceful outdoor seating area for watching the wildlife wander by. Take a nap in the hammock beside the main lounge, enveloped in tranquillity. Enjoy a pre-dinner gin and tonic in the inviting open-air bar. Relive your favourite moments of the day over a delicious Zambian-inspired meal in the wild. Nearby, a wildlife hide overlooks a lively oxbow lagoon—perfect for photography. Combine safari walks with day and night game drives to explore everything the bush has to offer.

Rooms: 6Brand: Time TideType: Safari LodgeSpoken Languages: EnglishSpecial Interests: Adventure, Big 5, Birding, Flora, Hiking, Leisure, Nature, Star Gazing, WildlifeLocation: Zambia

Experience the ultimate in wild luxury at Zambia’s premier safari camp.Relax on your verandah overlooking a sweeping curve of the Luangwa River. Let the bellowing hippos lull you to sleep. Wake up with the eye of an elephant just outside your villa. It's six spacious guest villas (including a two-bedroom, two-bathroom family villa) rest beneath ancient msikzi trees. Each has a private pool and soaking tub with panoramic views over the river and its abundant wildlife.The villas’ award-winning design features canvas, timber and reed, accented with leather and raw linen. Each stretches out onto a shaded verandah where you can while away the afternoon or unwind with an in-villa spa treatment.Down a winding path, the main lodge beckons. Lounge on the riverfront sun deck with a book from the open-air library. Enjoy dinner under the stars, made with produce we grow ourselves. Sip a drink at bar while browsing through old books and photos, or around the fire pit suspended high atop the river bank.This is one of the most game-rich areas of South Luangwa National Park. Take a boat across the river with our award-winning guides for a game drive, safari walk or boat cruise (seasonal) to catch sight of lions, leopards and other world-class predator action.

Rooms: 2Rating: Brand: Time TideType: Safari LodgeSpoken Languages: English, GermanSpecial Interests: Big 5, Birding, Flora, Hiking, Star Gazing, WildlifeLocation: Zambia

Take in spectacular views of the Luangwa River from your perch high above on its bank!Kakuli, meaning old buffalo bull, was the nickname given by locals to our pioneering founder Norman Carr who began the tradition of walking safari here in South Luangwa National Park.Its five bright and airy rooms (including a two-bedroom, two-bathroom family suite) are designed to make the most of the panoramic setting. Freshly redesigned in 2018, each offers a feather-top bed, indoor and outdoor showers, and a covered open-air seating area.The elevated main lounge overlooks the river and a permanent lagoon. Beneath it, a wildlife hide offers up-close views of visitors stopping by for a drink. Take a deep breath and admire the sweeping vista with a refreshing drink of your own before sampling traditional Zambian dishes at dinner.The camp makes a great base for exploring by vehicle and on foot, with a resident lion pride, a seasonal colony of jewel-like carmine bee-eaters, and the most sightings of leopards in a single drive every year. During the lush emerald ‘secret season’ venture out by boat and on foot to enjoy some of the best opportunities for wildlife and landscape photography.

Rooms: 4Brand: Time TideType: Safari LodgeSpoken Languages: EnglishSpecial Interests: Big 5, Birding, Flora, Hiking, Nature, Star GazingLocation: Zambia

Watch a parade of wildlife pass by at one of Zambia’s most historical safari camps!Named after the honeyguide bird, Time + Tide Nsolo plays host to some of the most striking and unusual bird species in South Luangwa National Park.Its five charming rooms stretch out on raised wooden platforms along a bend in the seasonal Luwi River. Each has a feather-top bed, open air en-suite bathroom, and a shady private deck offering views of a permanent river lagoon that teems with wildlife. Sited alongside an elephant path, there’s no end to the action around camp. Chuckle at warthogs and vervet monkeys while enjoying a cold local beer from the bar. Enjoy life’s simple pleasures with afternoon tea and cake in the spacious main lounge. With a wild dog den nearby and lion prides using the dry riverbed as a thoroughfare, walking and driving safaris around the camp offer big game viewing at its best. Time + Tide Nsolo also makes a great base for our signature activity: the ‘Sleepout under the Stars’.

Rooms: 3Brand: Time TideType: Mobile CampLocation: Zambia

Reconnect with nature in an authentic way and enjoy the simple things in life!For the ultimate safari experience, return to the wild with our signature Sleepout Under the Stars. This extraordinary experience is an adventurous addition to any safari, allowing you to reconnect with nature and each other in a simple, meaningful way. Just like the early explorers, you fall asleep under a canopy of a million twinkling stars, listening to the susurrations of the nighttime bush. A cosy bedroll, bush loo and culinary team ensure that this experience is as comfortable as it is memorable. Each destination offers a unique experience that celebrates the region's beauty. Your room is held back in camp should you wish to return.

Rooms: 3Brand: Time TideType: Mobile CampLocation: Zambia

South Luangwa National Park

South Luangwa National Park

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South Luangwa National Park

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Time + Tide Sleepout

Time + Tide Sleepout

Time + Tide Nsolo

Time + Tide Kakuli

Time + Tide Chinzombo

Time + Tide Luwi

Time + Tide Mchenja

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