ZAMBIA : CHIAWA CAMP

ZAMBIA is politically and economically stable, and with its' well maintained national parks system, it offers the visitor the oppotunity to expereience its' incredible wealth of wildlife.

After thundering over the famous Victoria Falls and forming the massive Lake Kariba, the legendary Zambezi River continues its' journey eastward through the lower Zambezi National Park.

Here, in the valley between the imposing Zambezi escarptment and the river, CHIAWA CAMP rests in the shade of a grove of mohogany trees.

Our secure tents which are screened and comfortable, augment the atmosphere of traditional safari life, while solar lighting, hot & cold showers and flushing toilets help to ensure your personal hygiene and convenience.

The excellent meals are taken in our thatched dining area overlooking the river, and are prepared from fresh produce by our talented cooks.

After dinner, one can relax around the campfire with a cocktail from our well stocked bar, exchanging tales of the day's adventures.

Our unique game viewing trips by motorboat are extremely popular and affording safe, close viewing of one of the largest elephant populations left in Africa.

Game drives are conducted in specially equipped 4 x 4 vehicles with 2 way radios. On the night drives it is not uncommon for our spotlight to pick out a pride of lions on a kill, or a leopard on the prowl.

For those wanting a bit more excitement, walks led by armed and experienced guides will reveal to you some of nature's best kept secrets.

The Zambezi Valley hosts a wide variety of birdlife. From the majestic lone fish eagle to colonies of countless carmine bee-eaters, avid birdwatchers will be kept pleasantly busy.

This is not an over-commercialized area, enabling us to personalize each Safari to suit your individual/group requirements.

The Zambezi River offers sensational fishing to angling enthusiats. Caught on light tackle and fly rigs, the tigerfish attracts sportsmen from around the globe and is considered to be the worlds finest fighting freshwater fish.

CHIAWA CAMP uses barbles hooks and enforces a strict catch and release policy, only keeping those fish requested to be mounted.

Although tigerfish are caught year round, they are at their fiercest in the warmer months of September and October.

At CHIAWA CAMP, you will find that conservation is a way of life and we strive for the continued protection of one of Africa's last true wilderness. A large portion of our revenue is reinvested into programs supporting conservation and wildlife education.

Your visit to CHIAWA CAMP is not only an investment in yourself, but also a contribution to a secure future for the Zambezi Valleys' bountiful yet vulnerable wildlife.

CHIAWA CAMP is accessible from Lusaka by a 250 km scenic road and river trip or by a 30 minute private air charter.

Although remote, CHIAWA CAMP has radio communications with our Lusaka headquraters.

CHIAWA CAMP caters to a maximum of 14 guests and is open from May 1 through November 7. Malaria prophylactics should be taken. Please consult your doctor. Acquire full insurance.

Please pack neutral colored, light comfortable clothing. A jersey and jacket are necessary for the cooler months of June through August. Laundry is done daily. We recommend broken in, comfortable footwear, a wide brimmed hat, sunglasses, sunblock, a flashlight, insect repellent, a good pair of binoculars, a camera with a telephoto lens and plenty of film.

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