Reviews of Luangwa River Camp
Wildlife sightings and reviews
82 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Luangwa River Camp and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"Luangwa River Camp review"
Tisi our host, went to great lengths to make us feel welcome including a special meal on the first night to celebrate my retirement. Including personal notes from the lodge team and complimentary sparkling wine. An extremely thoughtful touch and much appreciated.
A generous and friendly camp vibe with the host leading by example." See all these reviews: 7n in Zambia
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Guides were both extremely knowledgable and great company during the drive. Food was excellent, including the Mongolian fire side dinner.
Safari lodge at it's best." See all these reviews: 13n in Zambia
"Luangwa River Camp review"
The perfect introduction for first timers as it is located near the main area of the park, before moving to one of the more remote camps for more private game viewing.
We also visited a local village which is highly recommended and offers a different experience." See all these reviews: 9n in Zambia; 6n in Malawi
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Met positively by the camp host (Bianca) & given the full tour of camp & my room for the 2-night stay. This was followed by a light lunch & then a few hours down time to sort my stuff prior to coffee & cake before the first drive!
Points to note :-
1. All drives will be in the South Luangwa NP which is on the opposite side of the luangwa river so every drive starts & ends with a river crossing - I believe by September river levels will have dropped enough to allow for a vehicle crossing.
2. Rooms are large with big bathrooms containing bath & shower options - plus good water pressure!
3. Baboons & vervet monkeys regularly in camp but no significant issues." See all these reviews: 14n in Zambia
"Luangwa River Camp review"
It was a short stay of 2 nights with a late arrival on the first night. I love the flexibility of RPS and the focus on the game viewing - when Julius heard of wild dogs quite a long way from our location towards the end of our morning drive, he offered us the option to go and see them, which we did even though it made for a late return and a late lunch.
We then had an early afternoon departure to go back to watch them wake up. I love that the RPS managers and guides are happy to accommodate these variations to the "standard" schedule, and indeed often proactively suggest them!
The rooms here don't have the open feel that I love about Nkwali, although on this trip I ended up spending very little time in my room!" See all these reviews: 10n in Zambia
"Luangwa River Camp review"
Being in the centre of the park we found more traffic in the park here than further north (which has become a pattern in recent visits) - but not as much as near Mfuwe and further south two years ago. River crossing for each session to access the park worked well, no problem.
Game was plentiful and varied (lion, dogs, honey badger, hyena, buffalo, lots of zebra and giraffe, good birds)" See all these reviews: 9n in Zambia
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Every meal was delicious. Teatime treats were worthy of the Great British Bake Off final!
We enjoyed every game drive with Julius our guide. His ability to make accurate bird and animal calls was amazing as was his humorous commentaries about their behaviours. This year we saw a lot more waterbuck and zebra than in previous years.
Wilson was our night spotter and also did a great job. We were delighted to see a honey badger on one of the night drives." See all these reviews: 13n in Zambia
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Monkeys also came over here and I saw an elephant and hippo on the beach from the garden.
Food was good and again someone was always with me to talk to.
Fantastic wildlife sightings this time including a very very special night drive - lions, leopards, mother and baby hippo, jenet, civet and wild dogs!!!!" See all these reviews: 9n in Zambia
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BBQ night this night - very tasty. Arrived at night and transferred in morning so little to comment on.
Room was comfortable." See all these reviews: 9n in Zambia
"Luangwa River Camp review"
We were guided by our old Chilumba who had first met when he was on the pontoon about 12 years ago.
He has developed into an outstanding guide. His guests ae ALWAYS his main priority." See all these reviews: 22n in Zambia
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