Zambia Accommodations

Zambia Accommodation According To The Top Tourist Places

While heading to any national park and tourist places, there are many breathtaking accommodations you will get which give you some amazing Things To Do in Zambia Safari experiences. Here are our selected Zambia accommodations which are located in some top national parks and famous cities.

Kafue National Parks

Kafue National Park is an icon among Zambia’s National Parks and covers an area of 22 400 square kilometers. The park is easily accessed from both Lusaka and Livingstone with a 2 to 3-hour drive.  But many prefer to fly in with charter flights to Lusaka. Large areas of the park remain unexplored though it holds a rich diversity of wildlife. Its attraction is its exclusivity and excellent game viewing along with vibrant natural sights!

Kafue National Park lodges vary from private tented camps to luxurious safari lodges. There are various types of accommodation that suit all tastes and budgets. These safari lodges or tented camps will provide the base for an authentic Kafue safari where the huge variety of birdlife and large herds of red lechwe, wildebeest and antelope are constantly tracked by predators. So here are our section of Kafue National accommodations to make you clear.

• Busanga Bush Camp- The stunning Busanga Camp is located in the heart of the Busanga Plains in Kafue National Park. Here, surrounded by seasonal floodplains and hidden amongst sycamore fig trees, the camp boasts beautifully furnished tents, each with its own en-suite bathroom, including dual bucket showers, a hand basin and plush mosquito netting is also provided.
• Fig Tree Bush Camp- Mukambi Safaris’ Fig Tree Bush Camp is one of the most isolated parts of Kafue National Park. The luxurious tented camp consists of four tented chalets elevated on 3-meter high platforms. Three of them offer magnificent views over the Shishamba River while the fourth camp faces the sprawling plains and waterhole. Take a dip in the pool or do some game viewing from the boma, whilst a variety of animals roam in the lagoon throughout the day.
• Ila Safari Lodge- As a luxury tented lodge located in the pristine ecosystem of Kafue National Park, Ila Safari Lodge is exclusively woven into the stillness of its place on the Kafue River. From eco-friendly, locally sourced building materials and solar-powered electricity to the development of Zambia’s first electric game drive vehicle, Ila is a truly eco-conscious safari experience. Still it manages to modern African style, elegance and comfort to make itself your unique wilderness retreat in the heart of Kafue.
• Shumba Camps- Shumba Camp is situated in the northern region of the pristine Kafue National Park, in the lovely Busanga Plains area. Considered one of Zambia’s most important wetlands as well as a wildlife heaven with a wealth of wildlife game, predators and birds. The camp’s luxurious tents boast spectacular views of the surrounding plains and feature a lovely en-suite bathroom with both indoor and outdoor showers.
• Kaingu Safari Lodge- Situated right next to the Kafue River, Kaingu Lodge is nestled in one of the most impressive locations of Kafue. Kaingu offers a bunch of activities including fascinating walking safaris, canoeing, fishing, village and school visits, island camping, and river cruises with absolutely spectacular landscapes. If you are thinking of a Kafue National Park safari to get up close and personal with the wild, then Kaingu is the best choice for this. You can get a personal safari experience, with striking scenery right in the heart of the bush.
• Leopard Lodge- This is a new lodge that recently opened in January 2022 and is set in the beautiful Waterberg area. It is a small private lodge with only 10 luxurious suites. But it features a secure and wonderful stay.

Livingstone

Livingstone is originally known as the Old Drift and set existence primarily in Victoria Falls and established as a staging point across the Zambezi River. It is a typical African town with a busy charm and is considered the tourist capital of Zambia.

If you are visiting Livingstone on your Zambia Safari Packages, this town will give you some amazing staying experiences.  Livingstone and its environs offer some excellent lodges and hotels and a wide range of accommodation options to use as the base for exploring the area – including bed & breakfasts, guesthouses and backpackers.

• Avani Victoria Falls Resort- Avani Victoria Falls Resort is a sister hotel to the Royal Livingstone Hotel which is located a few hundred meters upstream of Victoria Falls and Avani. Here, you can find some excellent services including an outdoor swimming pool, garden views as well as a terrace and children’s playground.
• David Livingstone Safari Lodge- setting into the lush surroundings of the Zambezi River bank, the David Livingstone safari lodge and spa offers 4-star comfort only 5 kilometres upstream from Victoria Falls, one of the most beautiful natural wonders of the world. All the accommodations of this hotel are facing to Zambezi River which will give you eye-catching scenic views.
• Royal Livingstone Hotel- The Royal Livingstone Hotel by Anantara holds the elegance of the Victorian era. It has more than 170 luxury rooms and suites that are decorated in a colonial style. It also boasts private verandas that open out onto the river. Visitors can enjoy their staying while visiting the hotel.
• Island of Siankaba- The Islands of Siankaba is located upriver from the Mosi-oa-Tunya National park and Victoria Falls snuggled in the trees on two private islands out in the Zambezi River. It is a 5-star luxurious resort with each chalet placed for seclusion amongst the trees, and vegetation. This is a part of the adventure while staying in this resort.
• Thorntree Lodge- The well-designed Thorntree River Lodge is set on the banks of Zambia’s glorious Zambezi River in Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park. This is a perfectly positioned luxurious lodge from which you can enjoy the up-close views of Victoria Falls.
• Protea Hotel Livingstone- Featuring an incredible location near some of Zambia’s most popular attractions, the Protea Hotel Livingstone is close to Victoria Falls. Take a break and relax in your own private room. Feel refreshed in the morning and enjoy a full-appetite meal by stopping by Livingstone Restaurant.
• Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma- The Lodge is located in one of the most beautiful parts of the Zambezi amidst Jackalberry trees and Phoenix palms. It is named after Sussi and Chuma, the close friends of Dr David Livingstone. The accommodation is built with twelve Sussi tree houses connected by wooden walkways.
• Tongabezi Lodge- The Tongabezi Lodge is located on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River under the shade of a towering grove of ebony trees. The lodge consists of five cottages and six private houses. Whether intended for couples or families, each individually designed house features beautiful natural interiors that bring out the beauty of the natural setting.
• Stanley Safari Lodge- The Stanley Safari Lodge is located on the border of Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park. It allows visitors to explore the town of Livingstone, steeped in history and culture and visit the glorious Victoria Falls only 3 kilometres away from the lodge. Guests can experience its luxury and charm along with beautiful views.

Lusaka

The capital of Zambia, Lusaka is one of the fastest-growing cities in central Africa with new buildings and shopping centres. You can also find a variety of accommodation options across the metropolis. Central Lusaka offers several budget, mid-range, and luxury staying options. The accommodations in Lusaka is forever increasing as the city continuously expands.

There are a few 5-star hotels perfect for every kind of traveller if you are just seeking luxury stays during your Zambia Safari Tours. Mid-range options vary from various hotels to sophisticated guesthouses.  

Budget accommodation varies according to price and quality but many guests prefer the increasing number of smaller guesthouses scattered throughout the city. Below you can find a list of lodges, guest houses, hotels, and camping options.

• Best Western Plus Lusaka Grand Hotel- It is a newly established hotel that impressively claims its existence at the centre of the Lusaka business district, 23 kilometres away from the Kenneth Kaunda International Airport and a few distances from Lusaka’s Town Centre. Visit the hotel while on your Zambia safari tour and experience the international standard of service with beautifully decorated rooms.
• The Lusaka Hotel- This is the oldest hotel in Lusaka and is certainly located on Cairo Road with a large secure car park close by. It has its own shopping mall, several boutiques, a business centre, a hair salon and a pharmacy. Close to the river banks, shops and taxis, you will get a fantastic opportunity to explore any direction.
• Protea Hotel- Protea Hotel by Marriott Lusaka set the stage for a memorable visit. Whether you're in Zambia for business or for holiday, you'll be delighted with our sleek, amenity-laden accommodation and a prime location within the Arcades Shopping and Entertainment Complex. Ensure your comfort in your modern room, which boasts luxurious bedding, free Wi-Fi access, a refrigerator and a flat-screen TV.
• Taj Pamodzi- This is a luxurious retreat in one of the fastest-growing cities in Africa, Lusaka. Taj Pamodzi is a 5-star luxury hotel and a good choice for business and leisure travellers. The hotel is set amidst the tropical gardens in Lusaka’s central business district. With 192 contemporary rooms and suites, it offers guests some exclusive services.
• InterContinetal Lusaka- Intercontinental Lusaka has been a landmark in the city for over 50 years and has been deemed as one of Zambia’s icons of hospitability. InterContinental Lusaka has four types of rooms that are tailored to various needs, including spacious Classic Rooms, Junior Suites, and Executive Suites to Presidential suites. This is a luxurious hotel which will serve you some international style and flavour.     
• Cresta- Cresta Golfview Hotel operates 78 beautifully designed rooms. All rooms come with a workstation, satellite television, telephone, and exclusive tea and coffee-making facilities. Among all, the 59 en-suite standard rooms offer real comfort to the guests. This luxury hotel is conveniently located on Great East Road.

North Luangwa

Situated in the northern region of the Luangwa Valley, the park’s main appeal lies within the vast variety of wildlife – which features the Big 5 and varied vegetation, and the profound lack of human disturbance.

To protect and preserve the environment surrounding the park is strictly monitored and controlled. Authorities only allow a handful of operators in the park, and no permanent lodges are permitted here.

But now there are two seasonal small yet exclusive camps permitted in the park. They are situated along the scenic bend of the Mwaleshi River providing tranquillity, peace and incredible views of the river. While visiting this park, you will definitely get an unfiltered African experience.

• Mwaleshi And Takwela- Mwaleshi Camp is located in the vast wilderness of North Luangwa National Park, around 45 minutes of flight from Mfuwe Airport. It has four thatched chalets rebuilt annually out of natural materials, en-suite bathrooms open to the stars and scenic views of the beautiful Mwaleshi River. The camp is comfortable yet amazingly simple and offers the guests a true feeling of solitude and seclusion.
• Buffalo Camp- The Buffalo Camp is located in a remote part of North Luangwa National Park, one of Zambia’s Tours wildest areas. This no-frill camp offers exciting game viewing with relaxing walking safaris. Guests can expect to sight an amazing wilderness experience throughout their staying.

South Luangwa

Africa’s premier big game destination, South Luangwa is renowned for its huge concentration of stunning animal sightings. If you are thinking of visiting the park, you can also find many magnificent accommodation options to stay here. A number of luxurious camps and lodges are found on the tranquil Luangwa River’s edge.  These stunning accommodations offer exotic safari adventures. Check out our selection of breathtaking Zambia accommodations given below.

• Nsefu Camp- Nsefu Camp, the first of the historic safari camps in Zambia, is ideally set in the exclusive far north Nsefu sector of the South Luangwa National Park. This camp let you slow down and soak in the panoramic views from its sweeping bend of the Luangwa River.
• Chichele Presidental Lodge- Chichele Presidential Lodge holds the South Luangwa’s prime vantage point, with 360-degree views, and is in a prime wildlife location with rivers, streams, floodplains and forests at its feet. Enjoy these panoramic views from a comfortable seat on the verandah with a steaming cup of fresh coffee in your hand.
• Puku Ridge Camp- This South Luangwa safari lodge is a stylish and comfortable accommodation that blends with nature. Located well inside the incredible South Luangwa National Park, it is full of wilderness and refreshing.
• Kafunta River Lodge- Located on the edge of South Luangwa National Park in the central Luangwa region, Kafunta River Lodge is a classic safari lodge. Tastefully decorated with African style and charm, the standard chalets are delightful and spacious, while the chalets feature an upstairs viewing verandah and luxurious bathroom. This is a luxury safari lodge giving the guests some exceptional safari experiences through the wild.
• Island Bush camp- Set under the shade of ancient mahogany trees on the banks of the Luangwa River, the authentic Zambian bush camp is the gateway to one of the most remote areas of South Luangwa National Park. Island Bush Camp offers a pure wilderness experience with walking safaris along with other activities. You will have the park to yourself by staying on this fascinating safari camp!                     
• Three River Camp- Three River Camp is a luxury tented safari lodge set at the confluence of the Luangwa, Kampala and Lusangazi Rivers in South Lungwa. This intimate camp has just five spacious elegant tents, each built on elevated platforms to provide exceptional views of the surrounding area’s busy wildlife.                       
• Lungwa Safari House- This stunning private house is built approximately one kilometre from Nkwali Camp, on Robin's own land. Built on the edge of a lagoon and with a backdrop of the Chindeni Hills, you will find yourself on the surrounding landscape. Also, you can find each room has a totally individual style here.                      
• Tena Tena- The stunning Tena Tena Camp is located on the bank of the Luangwa River in the pristine South Luangwa National Park. With the spectacular views of the river and a nearby waterhole, guests can experience breathtaking wilderness encounters in the comfort of their beautifully-adorned tents.
• Robin’s House- Situated on the banks of the Luangwa River, Robin’s house is shaded by ebony trees and has a beautiful location. Stone steps lead up into a cool central living room with comfortable sofas and panoramic views of the river. Apart from the living room, there are two large bedrooms each with an en suite bathroom with showers and a large bathtub.            
• Nkwali Camp- Nkwali Camp is located on Robin Pope's private land along the river bank and overlooks the South Luangwa National Park. It has six open-fronted chalets allowing you to fully appreciate the scenic views. Guests can relax with a drink whilst watching the elephant who comes to quench their thirst in the lovely pool.
• Luwi Bush Camp- Luwi Bush Camp consists of four individual thatch and reed huts set in a beautiful shady grove of trees on the banks of the Luwi sand river. The rooms are rebuilt each year after the rains and beautifully incorporated into the trees. The camp is so intimate that you can get an exclusive experience while staying.
• Lion Camp Safaris- Offering 10 individual thatch and canvas suites with unobtrusive views, the Lion Camp is an intimately private lodge. It is situated in the most northern part of the South Luangwa National Park in Zambia. Visit once and you will feel a truly authentic safari experience awaits you in one of the most exclusive, remote yet excellent game-viewing areas of Africa. The camp offers guided walking safaris, game drives and many other breathtaking activities with providing a well-trained guide.
• Kaingo Camp- Kaingo Camp is a comfortable family-run safari camp found in the wilderness of South Luangwa National Park. The camp is set on the banks of the Luangwa River and enjoys fascinating views across the beautiful terrain including the Fish Eagle Lagoon. This is the perfect choice if you are looking for some beautiful photo opportunities. The Camps are stylish, timeless and full of intimate nooks to watch wildlife, or just rejuvenate your spirit.
• Mchenja Camp- Mchenja Camp is a stylish tented piece of heaven located in the game-heavy central region of the South Luangwa National Park. Lie comfortably under huge ebony trees on the banks of the Luangwa River, Mchenja has a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Guests can enjoy stunning river views along with untamed wilderness.   
• Kakuli Camp- Kakuli Bush Camp is a small, intimate camp situated in an area of South Luangwa National Park. It is known for its high density of wildlife. It is a comfortable, no-frills bush camp and its five bright-coloured rooms are designed to make the most of the panoramic setting. Each room offers a feather-top bed, indoor and outdoor showers and a covered open-air seating area.
• Zungulia Camp- Zungulia Camp is located in South Luangwa National Park. It is a luxurious bush camp with 4 exclusive rooms. The thatched tents are large and very comfortable and guests will get private guides, chefs and staff.
• Biimungwe Camp- Biimungwe Camp is located in South Luangwa National park and you can get perfect wildlife views from the camp. The camp has 4 super stylish rooms fit for a comfortable wilderness safari. Nestled beneath the huge Mahogany tree, the camp is simply natural yet luxurious.
• Chindeni Camp- Located in the southern region of the South Luangwa National Park, the Chindeni Camp is a luxurious bush camp. Nestled on the edge of the permanent lagoon, it gives prolific wildlife and birdlife views. You will find an interesting combination of canvas and teak with stripped wooden floors. The four stylish tents are raised on wooden decking and are luxurious furnished.                
• Chinzombo Safaris- Chinzombo is situated on 24 hectares of private Luangwa River frontage, just upstream from kapani Lodge in South Luangwa National Park. This camp is designed by award-winning architects Silvio Rech and Lesley Carstens and lies comfortably under the shade of ancient trees on a wildlife-rich ridge.

Lower Zambezi

Located just a few hours’ drive from Lusaka, Lower Zambezi National Park is Zambia’s most iconic park yet surprisingly remote. It has a dense of stunning and exclusive luxurious lodges along the river bank.

You will find healthy tiger fish and common bream catches here. Several lodges organize fishing trips that are found along the lush green river banks within Lower Zambezi National park. Our selection of fully stylish lodges and camps located in Lower Zambezi National park ensures your Zambia Safari will be memorable. Look below to get more insights:

• Baines River Camp- Set in an impressive riverside position around 10 kilometres to the west of Lower Zambezi National Park in central Zambia, the Baines River Camp offers the most spectacular views over the Zambezi River. It is a large and stylish bush camp with 10 rooms. It also provides a wide range of safari activities to its guests.
• Royal Zambezi Lodge- Set against the breathtaking mountain backdrop of the Zambezi Valley Escarpment, Royal Zambezi lodge is a true treat for all your senses. It offers a more intimate staying along with exclusive services. You will surely enjoy Royal’s prime location boasting enormous bird and wildlife views.                       
• Potato Bush Camp-Set on the banks of the Zambezi River, Potato bush Camp boasts stunning views over the river and the park’s escarpment. It consists of four double luxury tents and one family tent that is pushed into the shade of massive acacia and mahogany trees. Enjoy an intimate staying and don’t forget to spot the elephants and other wildlife on the riverbanks.                     
• Tsika Island Camp- Tsika Island Camp is located around 35 kilometres upstream from Chongwe between Mana Pools National Park in Zimbabwe and the village of Mugurameno in Zambia. The accommodation is designed for six guests in three rustic thatched bush rooms. You can visit the Chiawa cultural village and Mugurumeno Village to interact with the community and learn more about the Goba people.                      
• Sausage Tree Camp- This is a small, intimate and luxury tented camp in the Greater Kruger National Park where big games can roam freely. Set within the Balule conservancy with breathtaking hilltops, valleys and open plains. The safari tents are specially designed with African style and comfortably furnished with several exclusive services.
• Chongwe River House- Located on the banks of the Chongwe River, the home boasts spectacular views of the dramatic escarpment beyond. This is a private safari home with rooms open to the river. The rooms have spacious en-suite bedrooms and bathrooms that feature beautiful waterfalls or rainfall showers. Guests can choose a number of ways to explore the beautiful surrounding.                       
• Chiawa Camp- Chiawa Camp is an award-winning collection of luxury safari camps located inside the Lower Zambezi National Park in Zambia. This scenic accommodation bowls its guests an authentic and memorable safari adventure in the care of a knowledgeable guide.

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