Zambia
Though often overlooked, Zambia is a fantastic safari destination with 32% of its land protected. Highlights include the abundant wildlife of South Luangwa National Park, famous for walking safaris, and the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls. The Luangwa River, one of Africa’s most intact ecosystems, supports rich biodiversity.
Lower Zambezi National Park, set along the Zambezi River, offers unique river and land safaris, with memorable sights like herds of elephants crossing the water. With Mana Pools Reserve just across the river, this region is a hub for incredible wildlife and fishing for tiger fish, making Zambia a safari treasure.
Featured Lodges - Zambia
Chongwe House
Situated on the banks of the Luangwa River in the game-rich South Luangwa National Park, Chinzombo Camp offers a luxurious and relaxing retreat in one of Africa’s premier wildlife reserves. The camp features six spacious luxury safari tents shaded by ancient msikizi trees, which provide natural shade and protection from the midday sun. Each suite includes a private plunge pool with stunning views across the river and the wildlife that comes to drink from it. Sundowners and dinners are enjoyed on the expansive wooden deck, where guests can share their day’s wildlife highlights and immerse themselves in the wilderness sounds as darkness falls.
This is one of the most game-dense areas of the National Park, where wildlife encounters can be experienced on foot, in open-sided game-viewing vehicles, or during relaxing boat cruises along the river.
Old Mondoro
With just five intimate chalets and one of the most remote settings in the Lower Zambezi, Old Mondoro offers incredible wildlife encounters that must be experienced to be believed. The camp has no fences, making up-close interactions with wild animals a part of daily life. Big cat sightings, particularly some of the most prolific leopard sightings in Africa, are a regular occurrence. Combine this with the magic of the water, where island-hopping buffalo and elephants roam, alongside an extreme concentration of hippos, and you have all the ingredients for a truly unique and memorable safari experience.
Royal Chundu River Lodge
The magical Royal Chundu Zambezi River Lodge is located 21 km upstream from the mighty Victoria Falls and offers luxurious accommodation either on the banks of the Zambezi River or on its private island in the center of the river. Providing a serene and relaxing nature experience under the canopy of ancient trees and giant ferns, Royal Chundu seamlessly blends natural beauty with the power of the Zambezi.
Activities here include river cruises, game drives, birding safaris, fishing, canoeing, visits to the mighty Victoria Falls, and on-site spa treatments. Outstanding cuisine and excellent wines ensure that every meal is an experience in itself.
Puku Ridge
Recently updated, Puku Ridge offers a refined wilderness experience—from its elegant architectural lines to the thoughtfully outfitted game-viewing vehicles and the perfectly positioned photographic hide overlooking the camp’s private watering hole.
Puku Ridge seamlessly blends the charm of bush camps from a bygone era with the ambiance of traditional village life. Authentic local artworks complement the modern comforts expected on a luxury safari. Situated deep within the incredible South Luangwa National Park, guests can enjoy abundant wildlife sightings without the traffic often found in other game-rich reserves in Southern Africa.
Time & Tide Chinzombo
Situated on the banks of the Luangwa River in the game-rich South Luangwa National Park, Chinzombo Camp offers a luxurious and relaxing retreat in one of Africa’s premier wildlife reserves. The camp features six spacious luxury safari tents shaded by ancient msikizi trees, which provide natural shade and protection from the midday sun. Each suite includes a private plunge pool with stunning views across the river and the wildlife that comes to drink from it. Sundowners and dinners are enjoyed on the expansive wooden deck, where guests can share their day’s wildlife highlights and immerse themselves in the wilderness sounds as darkness falls.
This is one of the most game-dense areas of the National Park, where wildlife encounters can be experienced on foot, in open-sided game-viewing vehicles, or during relaxing boat cruises along the river.
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