Mwamba Bush Camp - Zambia - The Classic Safari Company

Group of safari guides and guests in South Luangwa's lush wilderness, near a safari vehicle, enjoying a wildlife experience at Mwamba Bush Camp.

Herd of buffalo near Mwamba Camp, South Luangwa, Zambia, with lush trees and a waterhole, showcasing wildlife interactions in a serene bush setting.

Chalet interior at Mwamba Bush Camp, featuring a woman sitting on a veranda, surrounded by natural greenery and sunlight, showcasing the immersive safari experience and tranquil environment of South Luangwa, Zambia.

Outdoor dining area at Mwamba Bush Camp featuring guests enjoying a meal under hanging chandeliers, surrounded by natural scenery and rustic decor, highlighting the immersive safari experience in South Luangwa, Zambia.

African wild dog standing near a waterhole in Mwamba Bush Camp, South Luangwa, showcasing the unique wildlife experiences available in Zambia.

Couple enjoying an intimate dining experience at Mwamba Camp's elevated hideout, surrounded by lanterns and the serene South Luangwa landscape at dusk.

Man sitting by a campfire at Mwamba Bush Camp, South Luangwa, Zambia, enjoying the warm glow amidst a natural setting.

Elephants drinking from the Mwamba River surrounded by impalas, showcasing wildlife interactions at Mwamba Bush Camp in South Luangwa, Zambia.

Interior of Mwamba Bush Camp chalet with large windows, natural light, and rustic decor, featuring a double bed with green bedding, a desk, and a cozy seating area overlooking the peaceful South Luangwa landscape.

Two colorful carmine bee-eaters in flight, showcasing vibrant plumage against a backdrop of dry grass and a blue sky, representing the wildlife experience at Mwamba Bush Camp in South Luangwa, Zambia.

Giraffes grazing near a riverbank with safari guests observing, showcasing wildlife interactions at Mwamba Bush Camp in South Luangwa, Zambia.

Elephants drinking from the Mwamba River with antelopes nearby, featuring the Mwamba Bush Camp hide in the background for wildlife viewing.

Group of safari guests walking on a dirt path surrounded by trees and exposed roots in South Luangwa, Zambia, showcasing the immersive bushwalking experience offered by Mwamba Camp.

Man serving drinks and snacks at a sunset bush camp setting in South Luangwa, Zambia, with lanterns hanging nearby, highlighting the relaxed atmosphere of Mwamba Bush Camp.

Mwamba Bush Camp star bed perched in a tree, sunset illuminating the sky, offering a unique outdoor sleeping experience in South Luangwa, Zambia.

Guests observing elephants in South Luangwa, Zambia, during a walking safari at Mwamba Camp, surrounded by dry grass and sparse trees.

Couple enjoying a campfire under the stars near a raised treehouse at Mwamba Bush Camp, South Luangwa, Zambia.

Couple relaxing in a star bed at Mwamba Bush Camp, South Luangwa, Zambia, with lanterns illuminating the space and a scenic view of the African landscape at dusk.

Group of safari guides walking through the bush in South Luangwa, Zambia, surrounded by trees and dry grass, highlighting the immersive experience at Mwamba Bush Camp.

Lions resting in the South Luangwa wilderness, with safari guests observing in the background near Mwamba Camp, Zambia.

Sunset over the South Luangwa landscape, featuring a safari vehicle and elevated hide near Mwamba Bush Camp, highlighting the immersive wildlife experience.

Herd of African buffalo grazing near the Mwamba River, surrounded by lush trees and sandy terrain, highlighting wildlife interactions at Mwamba Bush Camp in South Luangwa, Zambia.

Mwamba Bush Camp accommodation featuring a thatched chalet nestled under an evergreen tree, with wooden steps leading up to the entrance, surrounded by the natural beauty of South Luangwa, Zambia.

Group of safari guides walking through the South Luangwa wilderness, surrounded by acacia trees and shrubs, highlighting the immersive bush experience at Mwamba Bush Camp.

Zambia's best place to hide

Mwamba Bush Camp is set on the banks of the Mwamba River, in a wonderfully remote and peaceful area of the South Luangwa. The camp is a three-hour bushwalk or 20-minute drive from its sister camp, Kaingo, and offers a more immersive bush camp experience.

The recently refurbished camp sits under huge evergreen ebony trees and enjoys shady views of the perennial waterholes, both of which have hides perched over them for fantastic wildlife viewing. Mwamba features four woven bamboo thatch chalets, uniquely designed with soaring skylights allowing you to ‘sleep under the stars’. Each chalet has a large outdoor ensuite bathroom with hot running showers. Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere and bush-style dining under the shade of a huge ebony tree.

The game around Mwamba is excellent. You can view large herds of buffalo, zebra, eland and in particular Cookson’s wildebeest, the “Mwamba” lion pride and fantastic leopard sightings are also common due to the thick riverine bush. Elephants use the Mwamba’s waterholes regularly and there is a family of elephants who visit the waterhole next to the honeymoon chalet to drink and mud themselves in the afternoons.

A small bush camp situated in the heart of the South Luangwa National Park, Mwamba – ‘heaven’ in our local language – also has two elevated starbeds and offers game drives, walking safaris and a magical bush sleepout.

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