Reviews of Mwaleshi Camp
Wildlife sightings and reviews
54 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Mwaleshi Camp and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa

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"Mwaleshi Camp review"
We walked to it from Takwela which was a great experience. Our guide at this camp, Brent, was extremely knowledgeable and we thoroughly enjoyed our walks in the bush and among the animals.
Walking up on a leopard was a highlight.
We were very well looked after in the camp and it was very peaceful." See all these reviews: 5n in Zambia; 3n in Zimbabwe

Elephant
Multiple sightings

Hippo
Multiple sightings

Leopard
1 sighting

Spotted Hyena
Multiple sightings

Wildebeest
Multiple sightings

Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Mwaleshi our Highlight"
I would stay longer next time!" See all these reviews: 12n in Zambia; 8n in Malawi

Elephant
10 sightings

Hippo
6 sightings

Lion
2 sightings

Spotted Hyena
3 sightings

Wildebeest
5 sightings

Zebra
10 sightings
"Mwaleshi Camp review"
Mwaleshi is simple, rustic, tiny and completely magical. Its location right on the river bank and its feeling of immersion in the bush, not to mention the food, are part of its charm but best of all was the guiding. We were lucky enough this time to have Brent, who we missed on our previous visit, as our guide, and his knowledge, thoughtfulness and ability to explain were true gifts.
A particular highlight was the morning we spent on foot tracking and eventually finding elusive lions, and we were especially impressed by the mutual understanding and collaboration between Brent, Kennedy (himself a superb guide in the making) and David (our National Park Scout) as the whole enthralling process unfolded." See all these reviews: 13n in Zambia
"Mwaleshi Camp review"
We loved our walks. The close encounters with animals feel so very much more real than when sitting in a safari truck. The walking was quite manageable for our group of only moderately active people in their late sixties.
The camp was charmingly rustic but also very comfortable with amazing food and friendly helpful staff.
We agree with many of your previous travellers that a walking safari might not be the right thing for a first time visitor to Africa. One cannot expect clear views of huge numbers of animals. But this is compensated by the feeling of intimacy of the animal encounters. Priceless!" See all these reviews: 9n in Zambia

Buffalo
4 sightings

Elephant
10 sightings

Hippo
2 sightings

Leopard
1 sighting

Lion
3 sightings

Wildebeest
4 sightings
"Mwaleshi Camp review"

Buffalo
5 sightings

Elephant
10 sightings

Hippo
10 sightings

Leopard
2 sightings

Spotted Hyena
4 sightings
"Mwaleshi Camp review"
Great location and a relaxed but efficient camp. Good game viewing in a remote location.
All staff were really helpful and if the accommodation was more basic than our other camps it was very comfortable with a fantastic view of the river and passing elephants. It was wonderful to cool off in the river on occasions!" See all these reviews: 12n in Zambia

Buffalo
Multiple sightings

Elephant
Multiple sightings

Hippo
Multiple sightings

Lion
Multiple sightings

Wildebeest
Multiple sightings

Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Unique safari experience"
The guides and camp staff are exceptional - some of the most friendly and knowledgeable we've met anywhere on our travels. It's obvious how much they truly care about their guests. Chef James turns out delicious lunches and dinners (fresh salads, grilled meats, chicken satays), exactly the kind of thing you fancy after several hours of bush walks. We moved on to another camp afterwards and wished we could have had Chef James with us!
If you're up for an adventure on foot and interested in experiencing a totally different kind of safari, we highly recommend Mwaleshi. You'll get closer to the animals than you think -- and that's a pretty incredible feeling!" See all these reviews: 8n in Zanzibar; 7n in Zambia

Buffalo
10 sightings

Elephant
10 sightings

Hippo
6 sightings

Leopard
3 sightings

Lion
4 sightings

Spotted Hyena
5 sightings

Wild dog
1 sighting

Wildebeest
6 sightings

Zebra
7 sightings
"Mlaweshi - safari at it’s best "

Buffalo
4 sightings

Elephant
10 sightings

Hippo
10 sightings

Lion
1 sighting

Spotted Hyena
6 sightings

Wildebeest
8 sightings

Zebra
10 sightings
"Mwaleshi review"
The setting on the river, the sheer remoteness, and as with Chikoko, the sense of total immersion in the bush was beyond special and something which will stay with us for a very long time. It was a real delight to get to know both our lovely host Heather and our guide Stephen, with whom we had great thrill of seeing lions on foot." See all these reviews: 13n in Zambia
"Rivercrossing on foot location: great!"
Location on the Mwaleshi river with entertaining wildlife. Happy to meet Heather and Steven again.
Marvellous food, first class service." See all these reviews: 10n in Zambia
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