Camp-outs in the Bush

Absolute Wildness

As a special activity we also offer over-night “camp-outs” (sleeping open under a net, close to the camp-fire) on request. These trips allow visitors (a maximum of 4) to get a sense of the absolute wildness of the South Luangwa National Park as there are no other camps or trails for miles around.

Camp under the Stars

Derek or one of our experienced guides, along with the scout,  will lead you deep within the park on a day walking safari away from any tracks or human development. The area north of Mwamba is totally remote and underdeveloped. It is excellent walking country – the heart of the valley. The group will camp out under the stars that night close to a secluded waterhole.

There is a certain thrill not easy to describe here in words, about sleeping under a mosquito net open to the stars close to a large campfire – listening to the distant call of a hyena or lion, or the grunt of a leopard as it marks its territory nearby. The cool dry nights from June to September are ideal for camp-outs and we are very fortunate to have special permission from National Parks to offer this highly unusual experience.