Elevated Grass Chalet
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Island BC Chalet
Each reed chalet is built on stilts, overlooking the Luangwa River
Photographer credit: Kafunta Safaris
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Island Bush Camp
View of one of the chalets
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Island Bush Camp
Inside a chalet
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Island Bush Camp
Dining
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Island Bush Camp
View of the Luangwa River
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Island Bush Camp
Enjoying the sunset
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Island Bush Camp
Main area
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Island Bush Camp
Main area
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Island Bush Camp
Main area
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Island BC Dinner
Dinner on the banks of the Luangwa River
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Island Bush Camp
Photographic Hide
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Island BC Breakfast
Early morning breakfast by the Luangwa River, before heading on a bush walk
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Island BC Chalet
Five chalets elevated on stilts, with open frontage
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Island BC Dining Area
In the shade of the thatch roof or under the stars, dining at Island Bush Camp is always a grand affair
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Island BC Dinner
Dining at Island Bush Camp is a casual affair, in a stunning environment
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Island BC Main Area
Authentic little boma with a bar, lounge and dining area
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Island BC Chalet
Splendid night skies in the remoteness of South Luangwa NP
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Island BC - Chalet
Open-sided chalet with view of the river
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Island BC - Chalet
Open sided chalet made of grass and thatch
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Island BC - Chalet bathroom
Open sided chalet, open bathroom with bucket shower
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Island BC Chalet
Chalets offer running water and flushing toilet, but the shower remains a traditional bucket shower
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Island BC Chalet
Enjoy the night in the bush while listening to hippos babbling and lions roaring
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Island BC Atmosphere
Traditional paraffin lights replace electric bulbs in this corner of paradise
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Island Bush Camp - Photographic Hide
A hide near a waterhole for elephant observation
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Island BC Atmostphere
Enjoy amazing African sunset at sundowner time
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Island BC Walking Safaris
Explore South Luangwa National Park on foot
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Island BC Walking Safaris
Island Bush Camp focuses on bush walks, morning and afternoon
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Island BC Game Drives
Although bush walks are the main focus, game drives can also be organised
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South Luangwa Wildlife
A large variety of animals can be observed on foot
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South Luangwa Wildlife
Elephants enjoying a waterhole
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South Luangwa Wildlife
Leopards can sometimes been seen on walks
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South Luangwa Birdlife
Bush walks allow for close observation of birds
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South Luangwa Wildlife
Large pods of hippos reside just in front of camp
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Island Bush Camp is owned and operated by Ron & Anke Cowan, along with sister property Kafunta River Lodge located in the main Mfuwe area.
Island Bush Camp is 2 1/2 hours drive south of Kafunta River Lodge (so about 3 1/2 hours from Mfuwe airport) in a very remote yet extremely game-rich area of the southern section of the South Luangwa National Park, Zambia. It is in this complete solitude, far away from other crowds, that walking safaris are taking place in the mornings and afternoons.
This seasonal, intimate camp lies under a grove of Mahogany trees, right on the banks of the Luangwa River. Island Bush Camp offers authentic bush accommodation in five elevated reed huts, with bucket showers and running water. The huts are open sided with a private verandah overlooking the Luangwa River.
The camp runs on solar and paraffin lights, charging facilities are offered via inverters.
Island Bush Camp focuses on bush walks, and is close enough to Three Rivers Camp (opening May 2017) to walk between these two camps.
Each of the five chalets is built on stilt, with open sides to have an uninterrupted view of the Luangwa River. The bedroom extends to a viewing deck. The bathroom is equipped with a bucket shower, a sink with running water and a flushing toilet.
No electricity or noisy generator, Island Bush Camp is all about the authenticity of a stay in the remote wilderness.
RATING:
LANGUAGES:
English
TYPE:
Accommodation
NO. ROOMS:
ROOM TYPES
5
SPECIAL INTERESTS:
Adventure
Birding
Flora
Nature
Relaxation
Wildlife
PROPERTY FACILITIES:
Bar
Battery Charging Facilities
Communal Dining
Eco Friendly
Laundry Service (Complimentary)
Private Vehicle Available
Restaurant
Secure Parking
ROOM FACILITIES:
Balcony / Deck
En-Suite
Laundry Service (Complimentary)
Mosquito Nets
Outside Shower
Pure Cotton Linen
AVAILABLE SERVICES:
Airport Shuttle (Available)
ACTIVITIES ON SITE:
Bird Watching
Game Drives
Game Viewing
Game Walks
Night Drives
Safaris
ACTIVITIES OFF SITE:
Cultural Tours
General Sightseeing
FRIENDLY:
Honeymoon
Leisure
Vegetarian
GUIDANCE:
Elderly Friendly
Game Drive (Max 6 pax with window seats)
No Electricity
Private Game Drive Vehicle Available
Seasonal Activities
Sole Use Available
