Mwaleshi Camp

An intimate and secluded experience in the wilds of the North Luangwa National Park.

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About Mwaleshi Camp

In the heart of the North Luangwa National Park, 10km from the Mwaleshi and Luangwa river confluence, Mwaleshi Camp offers the isolation and superb game viewing opportunities of a true bush camp. Enjoy the freedom of Africa’s vastness on foot in an area where huge herds of buffalo, endemic Cooksoon’s wildebeest and majestic prides of lion abound. And do it all in the company of guides who know every hidden corner and understand the land like no-one else. At Mwaleshi, it’s you and the wildlife, just as it should be.

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From $670 person/night

Lodge

4 Rooms

North Luangwa, Zambia

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What you'll love

The fact that you’ve got over one-million acres all to yourself. Now that’s what we call genuine solitude (and fantastic game viewing!).

Insiders tip

Pack a picnic and spend the day at Mwaleshi Falls, a sparkling oasis that attracts animals from miles around.

Something to think about

The North Luangwa is about as remote as it gets so expect few roads and sometimes basic facilities – but enjoy the ride and you’ll love it.

The property

Simple and unpretentious yet extremely comfortable, the buildings at Mwaleshi are constructed afresh every year, keeping them fresh and light. The main chitenge, overlooking the dry riverbed, is exactly that and a delightful place to relax. There’s a polished bar in one corner as well armchairs covered in funky local fabrics and a good library of nature books to consult after a day’s adventure. Meals are served at a lovely old wooden dining table under the thatch.

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The rooms

With only 4 chalets, the camp’s exclusivity remains at the centre of its attention. The reed huts are built around the twisted branches of mopane trees and although simple, cover all essentials with even a self-charging torch included. The en-suite bathrooms are all open-air with soft, sandy floors and are the ultimate in barefoot simplicity. Hot water for the sink is provided through a hatch in the morning and for the shower, on request at any time.

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Activities

Game Drives

Walking safari

Night Drives

Birding

Game viewing and bird watching are exceptional at Mwaleshi. Walking safaris are the main activity and there is a high chance of bumping into the area’s big game on foot whilst also making time for the smaller creatures and all the different habitats. Remember, however, that the terrain in the North Luangwa is wild and occasionally bumpy and uneven so bring good, sturdy walking shoes to make the most of your exploration. A vehicle is based at camps for longer explorations if required, but game drives are certainly not what this camp is all about.

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About North Luangwa National Park

North Luangwa

Safari like an explorer of old in this remote region, where walking safaris are the name of the game.

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Wildlife in North Luangwa National Park

Elephant

Occasional

Giraffe

None

Hippo

Abundant

Black Rhino

Rare

White Rhino

None

Lion

Abundant

Cheetah

None

Leopard

Rare

Hyena

Abundant

Wildebeest

Occasional

Buffalo

Abundant

Zebra

Occasional

Warthog

Abundant

Wild Dog

Rare

Meerkat

None

Show all wildlife

The remote North Luangwa National Park hosts a variety of habitats, including riverine forest, mopane woodland, acacia thicket and open grassland, creating the ideal environment for wildlife to thrive. Encounter vast herds of buffalo, large prides of lion, clans of hyena, zebra, warthog, baboon and more, with 487 bird species, providing hours of wilderness viewing pleasure.

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