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Chalet bedroom with a canopy bed opening onto a private stone terrace in South Luangwa, Zambia.

Luangwa River Camp

South Luangwa National Park | Zambia
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Five Bush Suites Facing South Luangwa Across the River

Luangwa River Camp is a small Robin Pope Safaris camp with five bush suites set beneath ancient ebony trees on the banks of the Luangwa River. Guided day and night drives and classic walking safaris explore one of Africa’s most wildlife-rich valleys, and guests cross into the park by boat or vehicle, depending on the river level.

Price Per Person Sharing From:

USD 585 - 909
Rating | Personal and Comfortable
Canvas safari chairs arranged around a campfire along a riverbank at sunset.

Highlights & What to Expect

  • Five spacious bush suites with river views.
  • Game-rich Luangwa Valley with oxbow lagoons and open plains.
  • Park access by boat or vehicle straight from camp.
  • Expert-guided day & night game drives.
  • Walking safaris led by experienced guides and armed scouts.
  • Optional village tours, market visits and a stop at Tribal Textiles.

Our Tours & Safaris that visit Luangwa River Camp

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Overview of Luangwa River Camp

Located an hour's drive from Mfuwe Airport in eastern Zambia, the camp sits directly opposite South Luangwa National Park. It faces the game-rich Luangwa Wafwa region, offering uninterrupted views of wildlife across the water.

Location & Setting

The camp is on the banks of the Luangwa River within the Luangwa Valley, a branch of Africa’s Great Rift System. South Luangwa National Park is one of the continent’s premier conservation areas, known for high densities of wildlife and outstanding safari experiences. The camp is open from 1 April to 30 November.

Rooms

The five bush suites are spacious and feature bathtubs and large private verandas overlooking the river. Décor is simple and handsome, with dark wood accents and fresh whites. A full-board dining plan keeps you comfortably based in the bush between activities.

One suite has a king bed and four are twin rooms, each cooled by stand-alone fans. Children over 7 are welcome, and younger children only when a family books the whole camp.

Facilities

South Luangwa supports over 60 mammal species and more than 450 recorded bird species. Activities include twice-daily game drives and guided walking safaris led by knowledgeable guides and armed scouts. Between outings, relax at the plunge pool overlooking the river and watch wildlife along the bank.

The camp sits just outside the park boundary. When the river is at its lowest, vehicles drive straight across from camp, and at other times a boat makes the crossing. Wi-Fi is available in the main area.

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Couple sitting on a thatched deck with coffee mugs and binoculars.
Walking safari group observing wild elephants under trees.
High-ceilinged suite interior featuring a king bed wrapped in draped mosquito netting.
Staff member presenting a freshly baked iced cake on a tray.
Hippopotamus emerging above the water surface against a setting sun.
Silhouette of a motorized safari boat navigating a river at dusk.
Guest in a swimming pool holding a chilled cocktail facing the wilderness.
Two travelers laughing over morning coffee while watching wildlife from a porch.

Amenities

  • Accommodations

    5
  • Airport Transfers

  • Bar & Lounge

  • Restaurant

  • Swimming Pool

  • Laundry Service

  • Viewing Deck

  • Tea & Coffee

  • Mosquito Net

  • Ceiling Fan

  • Sustainable

  • Private Deck

  • Wi-Fi

Activities

  • Game Drives

  • Night Drives

  • Walking Safari

  • Birdwatching

  • Community Visits

Other Area Properties

Three other South Luangwa camps share the river with Luangwa River Camp, and Royal Zambezi Lodge covers the Lower Zambezi on the same In-Depth Zambia safari.

Safari tent beneath mahogany trees at Tena Tena Camp.

Tena Tena Camp

A sister Robin Pope camp inside the park’s Nsefu sector, for guests aged 12 and over.

Riverfront safari tent with a plunge pool at Time + Tide Chinzombo.

Time + Tide Chinzombo

Six tents with private pools, open all year and welcoming children of any age.

Safari room among ebony trees at Time + Tide Mchenja.

Time + Tide Mchenja

Five safari rooms in an ebony grove inside the park, with a pool above the river.

Riverside tented suite at Royal Zambezi Lodge.

Royal Zambezi Lodge

On our In-Depth Zambia safari the Lower Zambezi comes before South Luangwa, with canoeing alongside the drives.

Last Updated: November 6, 2026 Curated By: Riaan Viljoen