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The excitement of watching hyenas hunting puku in front of camp or observing huge herds of buffalo and the endemic Cookson’s wildebeest on foot are just some of the experiences that await you at Mwaleshi Camp. Truly traditional, this is a place of peace and simplicity, contrasted with stunning wildlife action. All the chalets at Mwaleshi Camp overlook the Mwaleshi River which is alive with wallowing hippo.
Location:
Situated on a scenic bend of the Mwaleshi River, ten kilometres from the Luangwa confluence,
Accommodation and facilities:
Mwaleshi is a grass pole bush camp accommodating up to eight guests in four thatched reed chalets. The four chalets are hand built and finished with local reeds. The walls at Mwaleshi are built only half way up and are then open to the ceiling, giving a delightful open feel. The chalets contain large comfortable beds and en suite flush toilets but no running water, which is provided in jugs for use in hand basins. Meals include an early morning light buffet before departing on your morning game viewing activity, a buffet lunch and a delicious dinner under the night skies in the company of fellow guests and guides. After dinner, guests usually gather for drinks around the fire to conclude the day.
Activities:
With virtually no roads in the entire North Luangwa National Park, almost all game-viewing is done on foot, accompanied by a highly skilled guide and an armed game scout. Game encounters are intimate and the sense of wilderness unrivalled. There is outstanding birding and truly superb photographic opportunities.
Special attractions:
The nights in the Luangwa are pure magic - secure beneath cool cotton sheets and a mosquito net, you are lulled into deep sleep by distant lion grunts and hyena whoops fading into the night. A day trip to the Mwaleshi Falls, upstream of the camp, has been rated as a top highlight in Zambia and is often possible if staying for 3 or more nights.
