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Chiawa Camp Zambia

Chiawa Camp Zambia is one of Zambia’s premier luxury safari camps, offering a gentle and unhurried experience for wildlife and guests while allowing a diverse range of activities. Enjoy game drives to game walks for the energetic and thrill-seekers, canoeing, boating, and catch and release sport fishing – all in the company of Africa’s most refined and well-trained safari guides.

Family-owned and operated, Chiawa is a multi-award-winning camp, located on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River, and is the pioneer of the Lower Zambezi National Park; the first camp to settle along the shores of this wildlife-rich riverine ecosystem.

At Chiawa Camp, all of the recently refurbished luxury safari tents offer spectacular views over the Zambezi River and its vast array of resident wildlife. Many of Africa's large mammals, such as elephants and hippos, and the big cats, lions and leopards occupy this gorgeous region of Zambia.

Tents I - VI were rebuilt for 2020/21, offering increased size and several new features, such as; an outdoor "bench wallow" that quickly and easily converts between a plunge pool or a recessed lounge area, while tents VII & VIII have been upgraded, to offer the same facilities and more.

Tent IX, the Safari Suite, has been open since June 2017 and is ideal for honeymooners, families or couples looking for more space, opulence and solitude. Slightly removed and secluded from the rest of the camp, the Safari Suite offers a king bedroom, a lounge (that converts attractively into a second bedroom for families), an interleading bathroom with a ball & claw bath and walk-in shower. The suite includes a massive deck with private dining facilities, a private pool and gazebo, and an outdoor shower.

An elephant inspects the camp furniture at Chiawa Camp Zambia

Chiawa Camp Zambia on the edge of the Zambezi River

Guests enjoying a romantic meal on a boat at Chiawa Camp in Zambia

A leopard inspecting the forest smells at Chiawa Camp in the Lower Zambezi

The view from the Safari Suite at Chiawa Camp in the Lower Zambezi of Zambia

Chiawa Camp also has a gorgeous pool and fitness shack, both overlooking the Zambezi, two well-placed viewing hides, as well as two viewing platforms for the use of all guests.

The creative culinary team at the Chiawa Camp ensure meals are of the highest standard, from seasonal menus developed and enhanced over time.

Along with Chiawa’s renowned dedication to its guests, staff, local communities and conservation, allow yourself to share in Chiawa’s passion, so that you can enjoy one of Africa’s finest safari camps and the wildlife adventure of a lifetime.

In the Soli language, Chiawa means ‘The one who shares’ – an appropriate name for such a camp that honours the local people and their traditions.

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Chiawa Camp Zambia

Property Details

Location

Lower Zambezi National Park, Zambia

Accommodation

8 standard units/villas and 1 larger suite

Guest Room Facilities

Balcony / Deck, Bath, Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fan, Hair Dryer, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Outside and Inside Shower Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Tea / Coffee

Chiawa Camp Facilities

Bar, Barbeque Facilities, Battery Charging Facilities, Eco Friendly, Gym, WiFi, Laundry Service, Library, Meal on Request, Pool, Private Vehicle Available, Restaurant

Family Policy

All Ages Welcome

Activities

Bird Watching, Boating, Catch-and-release Fishing, Game Drives, Hide, Guided Game Walks, Gourmet Picnic, Kayaking, Natural History Tours, Night Drives

Available Services

Room Service

Included

Internet Access, Laundry Service

Not Included

Private Vehicle, Gratuities, Curio Purchase or Spa Treatments

Why Chiawa Camp?

Family-owned and Operated Safari Camp, Multi-award Winning!

Family Safari Specialists

If you’re dreaming of Africa, your journey has already begun!

Truly unique experience. Many thanks to Allan and his team for planning such a wonderful safari at Kruger National Park. Highly recommend!

Mikaël Schinazi

2023-01-09

This was our 4th trip to Africa and by far the best ever. All the details were properly handled; we had not flight problems or delays and the service provided by Safari Guru was outstanding. I would recommend them, and have to friends and family. We will be going back to Africa with the outstanding Staff of Safari Guru.

Ann Becher Smead

2022-11-17

We recently returned from Kenya, had a fabulous safari designed by Deon de Villiers of Safari Guru. We had some wonderful sightings and the whole thing went without a single hiccup. The guides were excellent. Deon was so helpful in allowing us to reschedule several times due to COVID restrictions preventing travel. We visited Sirikoi in the Lewa Conservancy and Serian Ngare, Serian Nkorombo and Mara Plains at Masai Mara, each place offering a different experience, each special in its own way. Loved the rhinocerous at Lewa, giraffe giving birth at Ngare, hippopotamus at Nkorombo and cats at Mara Plains, and so so much more. We highly recommend Deon and the Safari Guru team.

John M

2022-10-16

We finally got to take our Kenya/Rwanda adventure with Safari Guru post pandemic. Our trip was a fantastic experience that immersed us in Africa. The holiday went as planned, everything was organised so we were gently steered from place to place, which we enjoyed as we found we weren't "travel fit" after sitting on sidelines for two years! Our lodges in Kenya were beautiful, nice and small, felt like you were part of a family, rather than a customer! Rwanda was a highlight, an amazing country with a shocking past that is moving forward beautifully. The advice from Deon to do two gorilla walks was perfect. Our first day we hiked in to mountain and when we got there the heavens opened and it didn't stop! The scouts found 6 gorillas for us to glimpse as they were hiding from rain too! We trekked down in the mud, rivers of water ending up bedraggled! It was a great experience but the next day was perfect! Beautiful blue skies, trekked up and gorillas were everywhere, sunning themselves and eating vigorously. Was awesome being so close and they couldn't care less! Would highly recommend safari Guru, they planned us a perfect holiday and are easy to contact with queries and answer promptly. Travelling on our own was great as each place we stayed, there were like travellers from around the world to socialise with. Thanks Deon and Ashley

Jackie Helliwell

2022-10-16

I was completely blown away with the service I received from Safari Guru. We had a most marvellous holiday in South Africa, Botswana and Namibia. Everything went extremely well and the Wilderness team were excellent in looking after us at each of their safari camps. Well done to Deon and Ashley, Morag Cotsell

Morag Cotsell

2022-10-15

Had an amazing experience working with Deon and Safari Guru. My wife and I went into this trip thinking of it as a once in a lifetime experience. Because of our experience we have another trip in mind to bring our children so they can have the same amazing experience that we had. Thank you Deon! We look forward to seeing you again!

John A. Mertz

2022-07-27

Thanks you Deon for amazing and wonderful experience of Masai Mara. It's once in a lifetime and on top great hospitality from Safariguru right from arrival, Resort stay and well designed itinerary. I would love to bring my family again this time for Botswana, so look forward to crafted trip next

Manish Shah

2022-07-27

Safari Guru organized us an amazing journey in Namibia for our wedding anniversary; it will be long lasting and marvelous memories for years! We also greatly appreciated the dedication and support of Safari Guru's team during these challenging times of the Covid pandemic as they had to re-arrange 2 times our trip initially planned for 2020. Thanks and kudos to Deon and all at Safari Guru!

JF Redon

2022-04-19

We had a truly magical safari in Botswana. Deon and the staff of Safari Guru will guide you to the exact places you want to go specific to your desires and budget. Highly recommend!

barbara nelson

2022-03-23

Botswana! What an incredible destination as we begin to travel again. This is a trip of a lifetime. The game drives were exhilarating, the people are friendly, the food fantastic, and the accommodations are meant to spoil you. Our trip was beautifully planned and executed by Deon De Villiers and his team at Safari Guru. They have been to every camp they recommend and tailor your safari experience to you. What else could you ask for! We will travel with them again and highly recommend Safari Guru to plan your next trip!