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Resting peacefully on the banks of the Zambezi River, under a grove of evergreen Mahogany trees, Chiawa Camp holds the prime position in the heart of Zambia’s Lower Zambezi National Park. It is at this very spot, where David Livingstone ventured through nearly 150 years previously, where the Cumings Family in 1989 created the very first photo safari operation in the Lower Zambezi National Park and what has since become one of Africa’s most desirable, sought after safari destinations. Constructed mainly of natural materials Chiawa Camp blends in effortlessly with its idyllic surroundings and it is here where guests receive the very best Africa has to offer. A stunning thatched lounge/bar area with upstairs viewing deck provides one of the best views of the Zambezi.
Enjoy Chiawa’s renowned cuisine on our al-fresco dining veranda - naturally vegetarians are catered for; however please give us advance notice of any special culinary requirements. After dinner, retire to the campfire and enjoy a cocktail or two while taking in the sounds and magic of the African night.
In a hidden corner of camp there is a viewing hide up in a Mahogany tree from where you can watch life and the Zambezi go by or you could opt to take a dip in Chiawa’s refreshing plunge pool, complete with sun deck, overlooking the Zambezi of course!
There are six Luxury Tents, one Honeymoon and two Superior at Chiawa Camp, accommodating a maximum of 16 guests on an individual basis or a maximum of 18 guests if the camp is booked out in its entirety for a group. The tents all have excellent views and are accessed by paths running behind them to maximise privacy Chiawa Camp - One of Africa’s Top Ten safari camps
( Conde Nast’s Best of the Best Series )
Chiawa Camp was chosen by the UK's top safari specialists
and is the only camp from Zambia to be awarded this title. | Open April through NovemberChiawa Camp is a must for any visit to Zambia. Superb accommodation, magnificent game viewing and scenery, and a large variety of activities are complemented by a modern infrastructure, renowned guiding and attentive professional staff. If you are looking for the very best, then let us bring your dreams of an Africa safari to life |
Chiawa has two Superior Safari Tents and these offer Africa’s very finest tented accommodation. We believe these “tents” set a new standard for Zambia in bush-luxury; however they still retain the rustic and unpretentious feel that Chiawa is so well loved for. Each is extra large, under thatch, has amazing views, a King bed, ceiling and table fan, 220v and 12v electricity, pure cotton linens, Molton Brown amenities, en-suite bathrooms each with island roll-top bath, his & hers washbasins, and indoor & outdoor showers. The two tents differ in that Superior I’s bathroom, whilst still on the deck and under the roof, is outside the tent whereas the other tent’s bathroom is incorporated within the tent. Both are truly excellent! Its piece de resistance is an outdoor tree-shower; a shower set up in a mahogany tree overlooking the Zambezi and the dry river bed. Surely the tree-shower qualifies for the most unique shower in the bush and almost certainly for the best view. As for the rest of the bathroom, and the tent itself; the photos speak for themselves. Chiawa’s Superior Safari Tent is an ideal, romantic retreat for Honeymoon couples, for those celebrating special occasions, or for those who simply want to experience Zambia’s finest tented safari accommodation! Bush Walks Pioneered in Zambia, bush walks are essentially a "micro-safari".
An armed ranger will guide you through the wilderness on foot, interpreting spoor, identifying the various flora and fauna, and highlighting conservation issues. The pace is leisurely and the duration is determined by guests' requirements. Typically, a few hours is sufficient. This is the safest and most effective way to view big game. Drives are conducted in open 4wd Toyota LandCruisers that have been specially adapted for safari use. Usually departing in the early morning, drives can last anywhere from 2 to 4 hours depending on what's seen and the requirements of the guests. In the late afternoon drives set off for an hour or so before stopping at a scenic point for sundowners. Once the sun has set and it is dark enough for the powerful spotlights to become effective, night drives commence. Zambia is one of the few countries that permit night drives, perhaps the most interesting of safari activities. This is an opportunity to see nocturnal creatures such as civet, porcupine, genet, and also to see some of the larger predators on the move. It is not uncommon to see a pride of lions on a kill or a leopard stalking through the bush. Again, these drives can last up to 4 hours depending on the action!
River Cruises One of the great aspects of a visit to Chiawa Camp are the activities offered by virtue of our presence on the Zambezi river. Chiawa Camp is one of the few lodges permitted to conduct waterborne safaris within the National Park, and our 8m motorised pontoon is ideal to take advantage of this. Enjoy midday cruises through numerous channels, viewing hippo, buffalo, elephant and prolific bird life. Also on offer are sunset cruises, or breakfast served on board, anchored in the middle of the Zambezi. |
