Bilimungwe Bushcamp

A wild yet welcoming camp that blends seamlessly with its beautiful surroundings.

Rustic and intimate, Bilimugwe offers a chance to explore the remote southern section of the park and its diverse wildlife in relative privacy.

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About Bilimungwe Bushcamp

From shady groupings of ancient mahogany trees to open plains and the ever-present Luangwa River, the southern section of the South Luangwa is starkly beautiful and hard to beat. The wildlife is as varied as the habitats and there’s a surprise around every corner. And in the middle of it all, in a secluded patch of riverine forest, is Bilimungwe Bush Camp. Rustic, warm and entirely charming the camp is set around a small lagoon attracting a bevy of animals. And with only 4 rooms at the camp, the remote wilderness is all yours to explore in privacy.

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From $710 person/night

Lodge

4 Rooms

South Luangwa, Zambia

What you'll love

Reclining on your private porch and letting the animals come to you – and with three waterholes in front of the camp, there are plenty of them.

Insiders tip

Don't miss a walking safari with Manda Chisanga, the award-winning resident guide. His knowledge of the area is exceptional – as is his charm and wit!

Something to think about

The camp is simple and rustic and some of the facilities (solar-powered charging sockets for example) may not be totally top-notch.

The property

Spread out over 2 levels and hidden in the shade of the trees, the main area at Bilimungwe is an excellent vantage point over the group of waterholes below. Open sides keep the thatched structure cool and breezy and scatter cushions and cane furniture make it an inviting place to unwind. Meals are usually served al fresco, with breakfast at the traditional fire pit and lunch and dinner next to the lively open-air kitchen.

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The rooms

There are 4 enormous thatched rooms at Bilimungwe and all are elevated off the ground on wooden platforms. En-suite bathrooms with double basins are set to one side. Half-height grass walls are topped by mosquito-netting and allow for uninterrupted viewing of the landscape straight from the king size bed. Or if you prefer, step outside onto the wrap-around deck and settle into an armchair with a pair of binoculars and wait for the action to unfold below.

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Activities

Game Drives

Walking safari

Night Drives

Birding

Bilimungwe is traditionally a walking camp and it would be a shame not to take advantage of the excellent terrain. Game drives are however excellent and offer a chance to go further afield in search of more elusive creatures and of course, the larger ones that you might not want to bump into on a walking safari. The night drives also shouldn’t be missed. Transfers to the sister camps can include a mixture of walking and driving.

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About South Luangwa National Park

South Luangwa

The home of the walking-safari, chic yet rustic bush camps and incredible guides.

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Wildlife in South Luangwa National Park

Elephant

Abundant

Giraffe

Occasional

Hippo

Abundant

Black Rhino

None

White Rhino

None

Lion

Abundant

Cheetah

None

Leopard

Abundant

Hyena

Occasional

Wildebeest

Occasional

Buffalo

Abundant

Zebra

Abundant

Warthog

Abundant

Wild Dog

Occasional

Meerkat

None

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South Luangwa National Park has the deserved reputation as one of Africa's best game viewing destinations. A diverse mix of habitats and oxbow lagoons attract a variety of wildlife species. Encounter vast herds of elephant, buffalo, hippo, zebra and an assortment of antelope. However, it is the predators of South Luangwa that produce the most excitement with lion and leopard in abundance and wild dog present in the area.

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