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Owned and operated by the Cumings family of Chiawa Camp, Old Mondoro is set in the pristine Lower Zambezi National Park. Our aim is to provide you with an authentic, intimate safari that focuses on wildlife and the bush, whilst not forgoing any creature comforts or service. With only eight beds, Old Mondoro is the park’s most intimate and private camp, exuding charm and charisma like nowhere else. Each of our four reed and canvas chalets have power and hot water and an outdoor bath and shower for soaking under the stars. A wide private veranda with daybeds is the perfect location from which to enjoy the majestic scenery and watch the passing wildlife – an omnipresent part of camp.

INDSIDER’S TIP: Leopard sightings at Old Mondoro are consistently amongst the best in Africa and guests often have the opportunity of multiple sightings especially in the dryer months (August to October).

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Old Mondoro - river and bush activities Credit: www.chiawa.com Boating, canoeing and fishing

Old Mondoro - stunning bush chalets Credit: www.chiawa.com electric fans, lights and charging - but still the bush!

Old Mondoro - some of Africa's best leopard viewing Credit: www.chiawa.com By 4x4 or on foot

Old Mondoro - Main Lounge Credit: copyright Teagan Cunniffe www.chiawa.com Old Mondoro - elephants are omni-present

Old Mondoro - tents with elephants as neighbours Credit: copyright Teagan Cunniffe www.chiawa.com Old Mondoro - wild

Old Mondoro sunset - Location Location Location Credit: copyright Scott Ramsay www.chiawa.com Old Mondoro - Location Location Location

Old Mondoro Camp chalets Old Mondoro Family Suite

5 screened-in reed chalets with canvas roofs, left open during the day, and canvas blinds with window screens that are lowered for privacy and security at night. King size beds and mosquito nets facing out onto the Zambezi River. All chalets have 220v lighting power point.

There is a large outdoor stone splash tub and shower, open to the stars overlooking the Zambezi River with hot water 24/7 as well as indoor flushing loos & twin sinks.

Huge private deck enables expansive views and there is a comfortable relaxing area with day beds under the shade to watch the elephants pass only meters from the chalets.

There is also a 6th chalet with two bedrooms and two bathrooms ideal for families and which can also be used for pilots and tour leaders.

A two bedroom suite with two bathrooms and its own camp fire making for an ideal family escape in this, the best of all bush camps, Old Mondoro.

Decorated and equipped identically to the other 5 bush chalets, the two bedroom suite was originally the owners house but after its makeover in 2022 is available for families upon special request.

Bush chalets 1 - 4 T V - the 2 bedroom "family chalet"

Chalet 1 looks directly over the Zambezi and is closest to the social area of camp.

Chalet 2 looks over the Zambezi and the mouth of the Old Mondoro lagoon.

Chalets 3 & 4 look over the lagoon with quartering further views of the Zambezi. These two chalets generally see the most wildlife from their rooms as the lagoon attracts much wildlife however some guests prefer the rooms closer to the Zambezi. Others prefer these for the game.

All 4 chalets have a canvas roof, reed and canvas walls, cement floors and 24/7 power for lighting and charging. No WIFI! Each room has an electric fan, en suite indoor loo and washbasin both with views of the Zambezi, and an outdoor shower and outdoor "splash tub" which is a giant bath for two or in the hotter months providing a cooling wallow. Elephants have been known to drink from the bath whilst guests have been cooling off! Water is heated by solar.

This is the owners' house and is available for families.

Just as the other 4 chalets this has a canvas roof, reed and canvas walls, cement floors and 24/7 power for lighting and charging. No WIFI!

However this chalet has 2 bedrooms each with its own entrance and an interleading door.

One bedroom has an electric fan, en suite indoor loo and washbasin both with views of the Zambezi, and an outdoor shower and outdoor "splash tub" which is a giant bath for two or in the hotter months providing a cooling wallow.

The second bedroom has the above but no splash tub.

This room overlooks the Zambezi and is visited by elephants regularly although it is closer to the kitchen and managers' tent so sometimes this can be distracting however it is still a very popular room.

Property Facilities

Accept Credit Cards, Bar, Eco Friendly, Internet Access, Laundry Service, Restaurant

Room Facilities

Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bath, Bed Linen, Drinking Water Filtration System, Fan, Outside Shower, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Sala, Wardrobe

Available Services

Meal on Request

Activities on Site

Big 5, Bird Watching, Boating, Canoeing, Catch-and-release Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, High Tea, Safaris

Activities Nearby

Big 5, Bird Watching, Boat Cruises, Boating, Canoeing, Catch-and-release Fishing, Fly Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, River Cruises, Safaris

Family-owned and operated, Chiawa Camp offers unpretentious luxury, warm hospitality in the iconic Lower Zambezi National Park. Consisting of just nine tents on elevated timber decks with spacious verandas looking out across the Zambezi River, each is equipped with ball-and-claw bath and indoor and outdoor showers. Our main area consists of a thatched living area with an upstairs viewing platform and a dining area with an al fresco deck. We also boast a riverside fire place and a plunge pool with surrounding sun deck. A wonderful addition to our camp is the huge elephant bulls that have become regular visitors in camp.

INSIDER’S TIP: Established in 1989, Chiawa Camp was the first safari camp in the Lower Zambezi National Park and pioneered the combined land and river safaris.

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Chiawa Camp - Lower Zambezi National Park Credit: www.chiawa.com A gorgeous location in a prime wildlife spot

Chiawa Camp - A wildlife paradise Credit: www.chiawa.com Wow location

Chiawa Camp - Star Bed Tower Credit: copyright Teagan Cunniffee www.chiawa.com Chiawa Camp - sleep out in the starbed after a floating dinner!

Chiawa Camp T1-8 veranda bench wallow hammock Credit: Chiawa Safaris

Chiawa Camp - in room massage treatments Credit: www.chiawa.com

Chiawa Camp T1-8 Credit: www.chiawa.com

Chiawa Camp - Safari Tents 1-8 Chiawa Camp SAFARI SUITE Family Set Up Chiawa Camp SAFARI SUITE

These are the epitome of elegance and luxury on safari; every comfort and convenience you might wish for. Intuitive ergonomics (everything is where it should be), sumptuous beds and linens, a lounge area, overhead fans, multi-national charging points, excellent storage, an ensuite bathroom with ball & claw bath, his & hers washbasins, enclosed loo, shower and then a timber veranda with hammock, bench-wallow plunge pool, outdoor waterfall shower, leather arm chairs and a dining area. Did we mention the views?

Chiawa Camp T1-8 Benchwallow Hammock Credit: Chiawa Safaris

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Chiawa Camp T1-8 Interior Credit: Chiawa Safaris

Chiawa Camp T1-8 veranda comforts Credit: Chiawa Safaris

Chiawa Camp T1-8 lanterns benchwallow Credit: Chiawa Safaris

Chiawa Camp T1-8 plunge pool bench wallow Credit: Chiawa Safaris

Room Facilities

Balcony , Bath Towels, Bath, Bed Linen, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Ensuite, External Shower, Fan, Hand Towels, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Lounge, Mosquito Nets, Mosquito Netting, Outside Shower, Plunge Pool, Private Lounge / Sitting Area, Pure Cotton Linen, Queen Bed, Safe, Sala, Smoke Alarm, Twin Bed, Vanity Cabinet, Verandah, Wardrobe

The Safari Suite at Chiawa Camp is NOT a two-bedroom house but it can serve as a stunning retreat for young families where we put two day beds in the lounge. At night these are set up for sleeping.

Chiawa Camp Safari Suite Family Set Up Exterior Credit: www.chiawa.com

Chiawa Camp Safari Suite Family Set Up Interior Credit: www.chiawa.com

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Air Conditioning, Balcony , Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bath, Bed Linen, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, External Shower, Family Safari Tent, Fan, Fridge, Hairdryer, Hand Towels, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), LED Camp Lights, Lounge Area, Lounge, Mid Ensuite With Separate Shower/Toilet, Mini Bar (Complimentary), Mini Bar, Mosquito Nets, Mosquito Netting, Outside Shower, Plunge Pool, Private Lounge / Sitting Area, Pure Cotton Linen, Queen Bed, Shower, Smoke Alarm, Twin Bed, Vanity Cabinet, Verandah, Wardrobe

The Safari Suite at Chiawa Camp is probably Zambia's finest safari tent. Perched on a ridge "about 5 elephants high" overlooking the Zambezi River, its floodplains and the towering escarpment, this retreat knows no equal. An air-conditioned bedroom, an interleading bathroom and a lounge (that can be converted into a bedroom for young children, a private pool, private camp fire and dining, private vehicle access and more.

Chiawa Camp Safari Suite Credit: Chiawa Safaris

Chiawa Camp Safari Suite Veranda Day Credit: Chiawa Safaris

Chiawa Camp Safari Suite washbasins and bed Credit: Chiawa Safaris

Chiawa Camp Safari Suite View In Credit: Chiawa Safaris

Chiawa Camp Safari Suite Pool Credit: Chiawa Safaris

Chiawa Camp Safari Suite Location Credit: Chiawa Safaris

Room Facilities

Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bath, Bed Linen, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Ensuite, External Shower, Family Safari Tent, Fan, Fireplace, Fridge, Hairdryer, Hand Towels, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), LED Camp Lights, Lounge Area, Lounge, Mid Ensuite With Separate Shower/Toilet, Mini Bar (Complimentary), Mini Bar, Mosquito Nets, Mosquito Netting, Outside Shower, Plunge Pool, Private Lounge / Sitting Area, Pure Cotton Linen, Queen Bed, Safe, Sala, Shower, Smoke Alarm, Twin Bed, Vanity Cabinet, Verandah, Wardrobe

Chiawa Camp STARBED

The only sleep out tower in the Lower Zambezi National Park and probably one of Africa's finest. When paired with our floating dinner on the Zambezi River, what we call the Star Drift Experience is certainly the world's most unique and romantic sleep out.

Chiawa Camp STAR DRIFT EXPERIENCE Credit: Chiawa Safaris

Chiawa Camp Romantic Star Bed Credit: Chiawa Safaris

Chiawa Camp Star Bed Location Credit: Chiawa Safaris

Chiawa Camp Star Bed Under The Stars Credit: Chiawa Safaris

Chiawa Camp Photo Hide under Star Bed Credit: Chiawa Safaris

Room Facilities

Balcony , Bath Towels, Bath, Bed Linen, Dressing Gowns, Ensuite, Hand Towels, Laundry Service (Complimentary), LED Camp Lights, Mosquito Nets, Oil/Paraffin Lamps, Private Lounge / Sitting Area, Pure Cotton Linen, Queen Bed, Verandah

Property Facilities

Bar, Barbeque Facilities, Battery Charging Facilities, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Library, Pool, Restaurant, Vegetarian

Room Facilities

Balcony / Deck, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, Fan, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Outside Shower, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah

Available Services

Laundry Service (Complimentary), Meal on Request, Private Vehicle (Available), Room Service

Activities on Site

Bird Watching, Boating, Canoeing, Catch-and-release Fishing, Fine Dining, Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing Hide, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Gourmet Picnic, High Tea, Kayaking, Natural History Tours, Night Drives, Safaris, Walks (Guided), Wildlife Tours

Activities Nearby

Bird Watching, Boating, Canoeing, Catch-and-release Fishing, Child Friendly Activities, Fishing, Fly Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Health and Fitness Centre, Hiking, Historical Tours, Kayaking / Paddling, Natural History Tours, River Cruises, Safaris, Walks (Guided), Wildlife Tours

Puku Ridge is named after the Puku antelope that graze the floodplains in its view, is perched on a ridge in a remote part of the South Luangwa National Park at one of its most beautiful locations. The camp was rebuilt completely in 2019 in an African canvas/chic style that blends in completely with its gorgeous environment. This is a luxury camp with every comfort yet is intimate and friendly with just eight tents, offering the authentic safari experience that many people long for.

The Park is abundant with elephants, giraffes, leopards, lions, wild dogs, buffalos, zebras and various antelope species – many of which will be easily spotted as you lounge on your balcony or eat dinner. This stunning area can also be explored on foot with park rangers and tracking guides, and at night offering a chance to see some of the more elusive animals, such as leopards, genets, and honey badgers. Sunset is a perfect time to enjoy a cocktail in the bush, or on the banks of the Luangwa River in the company of one of Africa's largest hippo populations.

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Puku Ridge - Kudu's view Credit: www.chiawa.com Puku Ridge - Kudu's view

Puku Ridge - main area from ebony tree veranda Credit: Scott Ramsay Puku Ridge - main area from ebony tree veranda

Puku Ridge - main area interior Credit: Scott Ramsay Puku Ridge - main area interior

Puku Ridge Photo Hide exterior Credit: www.chiawa.com Puku Ridge - always something to see

Puku Ridge Main Area photo hide interior Credit: www.chiawa.com Superb photo hide under the main area at Puku Ridge

Puku Ridge - Main area breakfast Credit: www.chiawa.com Puku Ridge - delicious views and delicious meals

Puku Ridge Rooms

8 identical rooms comprising of canvas, thatch and decking all overlooking the beautiful Puku Ridge floodplain and its seemingly endless parade of wildlife.

All rooms have super-king beds draped in mosquito nets that can be separated into generous 3/4 single beds, lounge area, tea/coffee/minibar, air conditioning, overhead fans, bath, his & hers washbasins, his & hers wardrobes, indoor & outdoor shower, plunge pool, sweeping, curved decks and star/day bed tower.

Property Facilities

Bar, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Restaurant, Vegetarian

Room Facilities

Balcony / Deck, Bath, Dressing Gowns, Fan, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower

Available Services

24-hour Security, Credit Card Facilities, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Private Vehicle (Available)

Activities on Site

Bird Watching, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, High Tea, Safaris

Activities Nearby

Bird Watching, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Safaris