South Luangwa

Kaingo Camp

Q: How much does it cost to stay at Kaingo Camp?

Stays at Kaingo Camp start from around US$1.1K per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

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Kaingo Camp

About Kaingo Camp

Photographers paradise in a truly immersive bush experience.

Situated within the South Luangwa National Park, Kaingo sits in the midst towering of ebony trees, on the edge of the Luangwa River - home to regular meandering elephant herds. Picturesque lagoons lead-in from forests and rivers into large open plains and productive grasslands filled with a myriad of wildlife from leopards, to lions, and expansive herds of buffalo and the endemic wildebeest. Service is hands-on, the three daily activities being optional depending on how you choose your day to be structured. Get up close and personal in this unfussy and incredibly welcoming camp.

South Luangwa , Zambia

From $1.1K per person/per night

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Property details

The property

The lounge and dining area sit under a light and airy thatched roof with open sides, a large wooden dining table adorned with romantic lamps during the night hours. At its heart sits a trunk of an ancient leadwood tree turned into a beautiful little bar area, the perfect place for story sharing and exchanging photography tips. Below the main ‘Chitenge’, the Main Deck is located on the Luangwa River, with ample relaxation space to allow you to soak in as much wildlife as possible on the river itself.

The rooms

The simply designed five standard chalets and one deluxe suite named “The First House”, of brick and thatch are delightfully decorated and comfortable base for your wildlife exploration. Adorned with blue tones – unique to the safari world - each has all the amenities you would need. A real attraction is your outdoor bath and on the river edge a private deck, built overlooking the river which gives you ample opportunity to get in as much game viewing as possible.

Activities

The South Luangwa is known for its game viewing and the area around Kaingo is no exception. Elephants, hippos and crocodiles make use of the river bank right outside the chalets, and lion, leopard and even wild dog are regulars on game drives. Walking safaris are also available as are visits to the photography hides, sleepouts and fly camping. If you’ve got a special interest in birding, then make it known to the guides too – they really know what they’re talking about here.

Why we love it

Immerse yourself in the wildlife action by spending a few hours in one of five different photographic hides strategically placed in wildlife hotspots around this tourist-free section of the South Luangwa.

Insiders Tip

Sleep under the stars in the magical Elephant Hide Star Bed. Raised above the Luangwa River, there’s only a mozzie net between you and the Zambian bush...

Something to think about

Kaingo is a three-hour drive from Mfuwe airport, so try and arrive in good time to enjoy the drive through the park and spot the wildlife.

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How to book Kaingo Camp

How do I book Kaingo Camp?

Kaingo Camp can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Zambia trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Zambia trips featuring Kaingo Camp or get advice and suggestions from one of our Zambia specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.

How much does it cost to stay at Kaingo Camp?

Stays at Kaingo Camp start from around $1.1K per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

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South Luangwa National Park

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