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

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"Luwi Bushcamp review"

Elephant
1 sighting

Hippo
Multiple sightings

Lion
Multiple sightings
"Luwi Bushcamp review"
"Luwi Bushcamp perfect"
"Beautiful Camp"
However, something was amiss. The host was absent, and a young hostess from Chinzombo was there, but seemingly specifically to entertain one particular group of guests (including joining them on game drives). It wasn't clear what the relationship was, but it was very flirtatious and made me feel uncomfortable. Norman Carr seem very flexible and happy to have guests at Luwi who are not much interested, or not at all interested in walking. As I wanted to walk the whole time I did end up feeling somewhat out of place. Not due to the guide, Lawrence, who welcomed me as someone after his own heart. But somehow it felt like Luwi had lost its soul." See all these reviews: 14n in Zambia
"Luwi Bushcamp"
Lawrence and Frank looked after us very well" See all these reviews: 9n in Zambia; 1n in South Africa
"Luwi Bushcamp review"
We highly appreciated Judy's cooking !
Friendly relaxed atmosphere and very helpful staff." See all these reviews: 9n in Zambia
"Lions roaring at night!"
We'd never done a walking safari before & we didn't see any of the Big 5 on our walks, but that was OK. We saw lots of plants, smaller animals & just enjoyed being out in the wild. We did hear lions roaring nearby on both nights - that was super exciting! Rooms were rustic, yet super comfortable & we loved the open-air bathrooms & showers (plenty of hot water).
Manager Frank & guide Brian obviously have a great relationship & they are so hilarious to swap stories with during meals & during happy hour. Staying at Luwi was an awesome way to start our adventures in South Luangwa!" See all these reviews: 9n in Zambia; 4n in Malawi
"Luwi the real Bushcamp experience!"
Definately a Bush Camp, so remote but so wonderfully designed and wonderfull peoples there. Stayed only for 2 nights but would have loved to stay longer there. Lawrence the Guide was extraordinary and the Walks there were just fantastic.
I was really impressed! Thanks" See all these reviews: 9n in Zambia
"rustic luxury in the bush"
Quality of guiding very good indeed which made the walks even better. A superb setting with an amazing night chorus of lion, hyena ,honey badger, hippo and wild dog !" See all these reviews: 10n in Zambia
"Luwi Bushcamp review"
As we were the only visitors it became "our" camp and thus an even more special place.
The walks in the bush around this area were fascinating and very informative, as were the game drives by both day and night. We saw the not-so-common reed buck and enjoyed watching elephant, impala, zebra and puku from the camp. Indeed some elephant came really close as they grazed and browsed their way through their day. Wonderful.
The idea of "sundowners" taken at sunset in picturesque locations is very good and allows the true ambience to be felt and increases empathy with the environment." See all these reviews: 12n in Zambia
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