Bilimungwe Bush Camp

Hiding in a tangle of mahogany trees overlooking a peaceful, shaded lagoon sits Bilimungwe Bush Camp. It blends seamlessly with the Zambian landscape, its four bush camp lodges, made of wood and thatch, are rustic and welcoming and offer a safari tailored to your needs. With a maximum capacity of eight guests, Bilimungwe is the perfect spot for a quiet retreat, walking safaris with award-winning guide Manda Chisanga or an once-in-a-lifetime adventure with friends.

Don’t let the term ‘bush camp’ mislead you - Bilimungwe has a warm intimate style and charm of its own. With wooden furnishings and rooms beautifully decorated in rich, tribal colors the interior of the lodges echo the beautiful countryside. Comfort awaits you with large, wonderful beds and en-suite bathrooms.

Step out onto your private porch, gaze up at the Winterthorn tree and beautiful sky and allow yourself to be absorbed by this unique and memorable experience. Enjoy the exceptional view of the plains, the Luangwa River or, even closer to the camp, the local watering hole which is a favourite drinking spot for the resident warthogs and elephants. There are always things to see, photo opportunities and breathtaking moments to share at this inspiring camp.

Memories are not the only thing to be shared at Bilimungwe. With a unique open-air kitchen and dining area, scrumptious food is never far away. Take a meal on the shores of the Luangwa River, watching as the African sun slides slowly to rest and an amazing host of stars appear in the darkness above. You’ll never experience another meal like it, and never view sunset and stars the same.

In an area best known for incredible walking safaris, Bilimungwe is in a perfect location for those interested in trekking out into the African bush. South Luangwa is known for abundant game and bird life and with expert knowledgeable guides, you’re sure to discover sights and sounds you never imagined existed. Be it the areas zebra or giraffe, baboon or crocodile, one of the 400 species of birds common to the region or native plant life, a safari at Bilimungwe is sure to tick all the boxes for the wildlife enthusiast.

If walking doesn’t sound like your cup of tea, morning and evening game drives are available. Slipping into the dark of the Zambian evening offers you a chance to see a whole new side to the neighbourhood as nocturnal creatures venture out to prowl. Expert, professional guides don’t let you miss a trick.

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