Chula Island Camp - Lower Zambezi - The Classic Safari Company

Lightweight lagoon Paradise

Chula Island Camp is part of Tusk and Mane’s fly camp which is fully mobile, operating between two locations on the beautiful eastern section of the lower Zambezi river – Chula Island and Kutali.

Chula Island is located on the Katengahumba /Discovery Island, with the nearest airfield being Jeki. The island is like Jurassic Park, full of surprises with plenty of hidden lagoons and wetlands which give the camp its name – Chula means frog in the local language. The game is unbelievable and sightings of leopard, lion, hyena , buffalo herds and lots of elephant are common.

The camp accommodates just eight guests ensuring the experience is intimate and authentic, with the highest levels of service. The tents are simple, leaving a very light footprint, but offer everything that is necessary for complete comfort in the wild including frame beds with top quality linen, solar lighting and ensuite individual bathrooms (accessible without leaving the tent) complete with bucket showers, flushing toilets and washbasin with a mirror.

Communally you will find a well-stocked, refrigerated bar in the shade and a comfy seating area under canvas. Good, wholesome meals are shared around long tables and a crackling camp fire always draws people in as the conversation flows.

Because of its location on the wide Zambezi River, guests at Chula Island can choose from an exceptional range of activities including game drives in open-topped 4WD Land Cruisers, walking safaris and boat trips to explore the Zambezi, getting up close to hippos and crocodiles sunning on the banks and an impressive array of birds. It’s also perfect for photographing elephants up-close feeding on the edge, swimming or crossing the Zambezi. The more intrepid might prefer to float silently through the maze of channels in a canoe and anglers will enjoy seeking out the aggressive Tigerfish or the powerful Vundu on a catch-and-release basis.

Chula Island Camp is a textbook example of how light luxury in the wilderness can be. There is actually no need to venture further than this island paradise!

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Exclusively eight guests
Lagoons and wetlands
Incredible wildlife sightings
Comfort in the wild

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Chula Island Camp tent nestled under lush trees in a serene landscape, showcasing eco-friendly accommodation in the Lower Zambezi, Zambia.

Luxury tent accommodation at Chula Island Camp, featuring a spacious bed with plush pillows, a view of the surrounding nature, and outdoor seating, highlighting the intimate safari experience in Lower Zambezi, Zambia.

Group of safari guests enjoying sundowners by the river at Chula Island Camp, with a red table set for drinks and snacks, surrounded by nature at dusk.

Three people fishing from a boat on a river in Chula Island, surrounded by wetlands and lagoons, showcasing the intimate safari experience in Zambia.

Safari guests enjoying a game drive at sunset near Chula Island Camp, with a safari vehicle in the foreground and the expansive landscape of Lower Zambezi in the background.

Close-up view of elephants in the wild during a game drive, with safari guests observing from a vehicle at Chula Island Camp in Zambia.

Chula Island Camp tents nestled under trees, showcasing comfortable outdoor seating and interior bedding, reflecting intimate safari accommodation in the Lower Zambezi region.

Outdoor shower area at Chula Island Camp featuring bamboo privacy walls, green grass flooring, and a bucket shower setup, surrounded by lush trees in the Lower Zambezi region.

Rustic bathroom setup at Chula Island Camp featuring a wooden table with a copper sink, a mirror, and a metal bucket, surrounded by a woven fence, reflecting the camp's intimate and natural safari experience.

Elephant partially visible through woven fence in lush surroundings of Chula Island, highlighting the unique wildlife experience in Lower Zambezi.

Chula Island Camp outdoor dining area with a large canvas tent, surrounded by lush greenery and trees, showcasing an intimate safari experience for guests in the Lower Zambezi region.

Scenic view of Chula Island Camp's natural surroundings, featuring trees along the riverbank and a glimpse of elephants in the distance, highlighting the camp's intimate wildlife experience in Lower Zambezi, Zambia.

Outdoor dining setup on Chula Island with a table set for eight, featuring elegant tableware, overlooking a scenic lagoon in the Lower Zambezi region.

Group of safari guests and guides in outdoor setting discussing wildlife experiences at Chula Island Camp in Lower Zambezi, Zambia.

Chula Island Camp tent interior featuring a bed, wooden furnishings, and natural decor under a tree, surrounded by a woven fence in a lush safari setting.

Chula Island Camp tent set in a natural landscape, surrounded by lush vegetation and open grasslands, reflecting an intimate safari experience in Lower Zambezi, Zambia.

Chula Island Camp tent with outdoor seating area, surrounded by nature, showcasing simple luxury accommodations in Lower Zambezi, Zambia.

Interior of Chula Island Camp tent featuring a bed with plush pillows, a wooden tray with metal water bottle and cup, and panoramic views of the Lower Zambezi wilderness.

Elephants grazing near a lagoon with a boat in the foreground, showcasing the wildlife and natural beauty of Chula Island Camp in Lower Zambezi, Zambia.

Tent under a starry night sky at Chula Island Camp, showcasing the serene wilderness of Lower Zambezi, Zambia.

Dining area under a large tent at Chula Island Camp, surrounded by nature, showcasing an intimate setting for guests to enjoy meals while experiencing the wildlife of Lower Zambezi, Zambia.

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