Chiawa – Zambia

Chiawa Camp blends in effortlessly with its idyllic surroundings, and provides a retreat which guests are invited to make their home away from home. Guests receive the friendliest of welcomes, the biggest of smiles and leave as friends to return time and again, to experience the very best in Africa.

On the banks of the Zambezi River, under a grove of evergreen Mahogany trees, Chiawa Camp holds the prime position in the heart of Zambia’s Lower Zambezi National Park.

A stunning thatched lounge/bar area with upstairs viewing deck provides one of the best views of the Zambezi River, and a fantastic setting to watch the sun set over another day in Africa. After enjoying Chiawa’s renowned cuisine on the al-fresco dining veranda, one can relax by the open camp fire with a cocktail in-hand, reminiscing upon the day’s adventures before retiring for the night. Each of the tents are a sanctuary of luxury and tranquillity.

Also available for guests’ enjoyment and relaxation are two perfectly positioned game viewing hides and a gorgeous swimming pool with timber sun deck overlooking the Zambezi.

For the more active, a small but well equipped, secluded Exercise Area with a splendid view of the Zambezi is available for guests who might wish to work off some calories or keep up their fitness levels.

ACCOMMODATION
The tents all have timber floors and verandas with excellent views and are accessible by paths running behind them, to maximise privacy.

All share ample comforts, conveniences and unexpected luxuries, complemented by high quality, eco-friendly amenities. These include:

• Free WiFi
• 24/7 lighting and charging facilities (220v UK plugs)
• 24/7 hot & cold running water
• Super-King size beds
• Egyptian cotton linen
• His & Hers washbasins
• Indoor and outdoor showers
• Ball & Claw Baths

Tents VII, VIII & IX all overlook the dry riverbed with quartering views of the Zambezi River whereas Tents I – VI face the Zambezi directly.

Old Mondoro – Zambia

Star gazing in the ‘splash tubs’ or from the lounge after a full day safaring in the Lower Zambezi; sundowners on the Zambezi River or canoeing down the ‘waterbuck island’ channel are signature experiences at Chaiwa Camp. Old Mondoro is acclaimed for its incredible walking safaris – giving you a chance to see, touch and smell the ‘real’ Africa.

Shumba Camp

The intimate Shumba Camp is set in the middle of the productive Busanga Plains in Kafue. From here there is easy access to game-rich floodplains and water-based activities in season. Night drives and hot-air ballooning add to the allure of an exciting safari here in Kafue.

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Phinda – Safari Wedding

&Beyond Phinda Private Game Reserve can host the finest safari wedding imagineable. There is the action and excitement of the safari for all the guests, before the ceremony and reception happen in beautiful locations.

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Thornybush – Safari Wedding

The team at Thornybush Game Lodge has good experience in managed larger and sometimes lavish safari weddings. The elegant and spacious lodge caters well for the wedding party and the other camps on the Thornybush Game Reserve can accommodate guests too if needed. With great game on the doorstep this is a fun way to celebrate!

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Ngala Safari Lodge

Ngala Safari Lodge has hosted numerous very successful weddings over the years with which we have been involved. For the right sized wedding party, this is an ideal bush escape with wonderful bush venue options as well as the courtyard which comes to life and light in the evenings for the big event.

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Kitich Camp – Mathews Range

Kitich Camp is a small authentic bush camp tucked away in the indigenous forests of the fabled Mathews Range. The uncomplicated camp is the perfect base for exploring the area on foot and unwinding from the rigours of normal safari.

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Elsa’s Kopje – Meru

The iconic Elsa’s Kopje in remote and untrammeled Meru National Park, carries great history and yet is modern and luxurious. Safaris are focused on the wide open spaces, bush walks and searching for the resident big game like lion, cheetah, elephant and Lesser Kudu. This lodge is one of the classics!

Sasaab

The luxurious Sasaab is located on a Samburu community conservancy west of the Samburu National Reserve. Exploring by vehicle, on foot or by camel you can encounter the special arid-zone ‘Samburu Special Five’ (Beisa Oryx, Reticulated Giraffe, Grevy’s Zebra, Gerenuk and Somali Ostrich) as well as traditional big game.

Matemwe Retreat

Matemwe Retreat consists of just four private villas, each with expansive views east to the turquoise Indian Ocean. The villas serve either as a self-contained base to unwind in privacy or to set out an explore Zanzibar and its many treasures. Scuba diving and other water-based activities are the highlight here.

Kilindi Zanzibar

The 15-unit Kilindi Zanzibar is on a private estate in the north-west of the island. It is a place to unwind in the airy island rooms or enjoy the range of water-based activities on offer.

Mnemba Island

Mnemba Island is the ultimate in East African island luxury. With it’s gentle rhythm and laid back style it is the perfect way to end a long safari. There is good scuba diving and snorkelling to be had and the opportunity to glimpse the very rare small antelope, the Ader’s Duiker. You will not want to leave!

Sanctuary Swala

Sanctuary Swala is a luxury eco-friendly camp set in a tall Acacia grove in the west of Tarangire National Park. The camp waterhole is an attraction for game and the woodland birds are easy to see. Exciting game drives are definitely part of the Swala experience.

Oliver’s Camp

Oliver’s Camp is THE quintessential safari camp in Tarangire National Park and indeed much of Tanzania. The spacious open rooms soak in the views over a floodplain which is a haven for game especially in the dry season. Walking safaris, fly-camping and night drives are the specialities here in the land of elephants.

Chem Chem Lodge

The spacious luxury tented suites of Chem Chem Lodge set the tone for a relaxing yet interactive safari experience. The Chem Chem area is wedged between the famed Lake Manyara and Tarangire National Parks which can be visited with ease from this camp as well.

Lake Manyara Tree Lodge

Lake Manyara Tree Lodge is hidden in a forest pocket in the far southern reaches of the park. Gaudy birds, noisy bushbabies and elephants are part of camp life. Whilst on safari itself the impressive rift valley walls, vast flamingo-pink lake and diverse wildlife make this is very special place to visit.

Mdonya Old River Camp

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Azura Selous

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Bale Mountain Lodge

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Mashatu Lodge

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Ngala Tented Camp

Ngala Tented Camp is an intimate safari camp in prime position on the banks of the Timbavati River. Consistently superb service compliments the productive game-viewing along  nearly 15km of this seasonal river. With its innovative partnership with the World Wildlife Fund, this camp deserves to be on everyone’s list.

Kirkman’s Kamp

Kirkman’s Kamp is based around an historic old farmhouse on a high point above the Sand River. Safaris here are excellent year-round as the river plays host to the full array of big game and the lodge is geared for all types of traveller.

Londolozi

Londolozi Pioneer Camp is one of 5 small camps set along the banks of the game-rich Sand River at Londolozi. Intimate wildlife encounters were pioneered here and this remains one of the top African safari experiences.  For more information on the other camps and to book a safari at this iconic safari destination, get in touch with us at info@mammothsafaris.com

Madikwe Safari Lodge

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Kanga Camp

Kanga Camp is in a remote part of Mana Pools about an hour away from the river near a vital wildlife-rich spring. This intimate camp is set in a riverine zone, one of the many habitats to be found here.

Ruckomechi

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The Hide

The Hide is an award-winning tented safari camp placed on the edge of a seasonal floodplain. The big attraction is the underground photographic hide at the waterhole as well as the privacy of the concession. A night out at the Dove’s Nest should be a highlight too!

Little Makalolo

Little Makalolo is a light footprint tented camp in the heart of a large private concession in Hwange. The game viewing here is excellent particularly in the dry season when herds and predators come to the ‘Little Mak’ waterhole and cheetah are often found on the surrounding plains.