Location

South Luangwa National Park, Zambia

Situated at the convergence of three permanent waterholes in South Luangwa, where wildlife is part of the camp’s daily rhythm, this secluded camp has frequent sightings of puku and impala grazing nearby, meandering elephants, curious baboons and more. From the deck, you might hear the dry throat-clicks of oxpeckers, the rough exhale of hippos in the nearby river channel, or the crack of branches as a giraffe shifts its weight among the trees.

The camp’s lounge is a two-level platform built around the thick trunk of a mahogany tree. It overlooks a spring-fed clearing. Comfortable furniture includes rattan armchairs with cushions, director’s chairs, and hardwood tables displaying dog-eared field guides and hand-drawn maps of the valley. The upper deck is anchored by a communal dining table.

built of local wood with high thatched ceilings and open mesh fronts that face directly into the bush. Beds are oriented outward, with no drapes to block the view. Bathrooms are spacious, with polished concrete floors and hot-water showers. King-sized beds are dressed in neutral-toned linens. Decor includes carved stools, handwoven reed mats and baskets from nearby communities.

Breakfast is served with just-ground coffee and eggs to order. Lunch might include chilled lentils with tamarind, grilled tilapia wrapped in banana leaf, and pickled vegetables. Dinners are often cooked over coals—goat stew, charred pumpkin, and flatbreads warmed on iron griddles.

The camp runs entirely on solar power, with battery backups during overcast days. All structures were built using locally sourced wood and were constructed by hand. Waste is sorted at the source: food scraps are composted, greywater is filtered, and recyclables are separated. Staff members come from nearby villages and receive training in both hospitality and guiding, creating a closed-loop model that stays rooted in the region.