Best of Zambia

Puku Ridge Camp, 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.
Lions and leopards are often seen in the area around the camp, as are buffalo, giraffe, zebra and elephant. For big game like this, guests really need a vehicle to get up close and here in the South Luangwa, travellers have the privilege of going on game drives at night. Guests are always amazed how much can be seen when they go down to the river for sundowner cocktails before leisurely driving back to camp. The South Luangwa is home of the walking safari and it remains the best way to experience the sights and sounds of the bush. Puku Ridge’s experienced guides love showing guests the indicators of the wild, ‘rewinding’ the action of the last few hours from just a few small give away signs.

One of Africa’s premier and most renowned safari camps, completely solar. On the banks of the Zambezi River, under a massive grove of Mahogany trees the multi-award winning “Best in Africa” Chiawa Camp holds the prime position in the heart of Zambia’s Lower Zambezi National Park. A stunning thatched lounge/bar area with an upstairs viewing deck provides one of the best views of the Zambezi.

Indulge in attentive yet unpretentious, personalised service, fabulous cuisine and fantastic “tents” with spectacular views of the Zambezi and its resident wildlife. This family owned and operated camp, the pioneer of tourism in the Lower Zambezi NP, offers unusually varied activities with a choice of game drives, walking, boating and angling in the care of Africa’s finest guides.

Nestled along the banks of the iconic Zambezi River, Mukwa River Lodge is an intimate, family-owned retreat just 20 minutes from the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls. Designed with classic sophistication and timeless elegance, the lodge blends the grandeur of a bygone era with modern-day luxuries. Guests can indulge in five-star service, exquisite dining, and the serenity of the African wilderness, all while enjoying the finest comforts. Every detail is carefully curated, from the refined décor to the personalized experiences, making Mukwa River Lodge a true sanctuary of bush chic indulgence.