Why we like it
- Intimate wildlife encounters
- Tranquil riverside setting
- Eco-friendly luxury camping
- Exceptional guiding expertise
Perched along the serene banks of the Zambezi River, Chula Island Camp is an exquisite tented camp that marries the essence of a seasonal bush-camp with the luxuries of modern comfort. With just 5 guest tents accommodating no more than 10 people at any time, each tent is strategically placed to offer unparalleled views across the Zambezi River. The tents at Chula are custom-made, offering supreme comfort with high-quality linens, mattresses, flushing toilets, running water taps, and traditional bucket-showers. The main area, housed under a stretch-canvas tent among towering Natal Mahogany trees, serves as a splendid venue for dining, reading, charging cameras, and wildlife watching.
View on Google EarthThe Lower Zambezi offers some of Africa’s most spectacular wildlife viewing. This, combined with the diversity of safari activities and the park’s stunning scenery, creates a truly unforgettable wildlife experience. Witness high densities of elephants, buffaloes, and impalas as the dry season begins, along with lions, leopards, and wild dogs. Though giraffes are absent, night safaris in search of honey badgers and aardvarks are sure to delight.
Getting to Chula Island: Reaching the Lower Zambezi is now easier and more affordable than ever, with flexible flight schedules to and from Lusaka throughout the week.
Experiences & Activities:
Chula Island Camp offers a broad range of safari activities, catering to all preferences. Our expertise in walking and canoe-based safaris is supported by our highly qualified guides, who are as professional as school teachers in Zambia. We also provide day and night game drives, boat safaris, and even angling for those eager to catch the renowned Tigerfish. Photography enthusiasts will find our guides adept in capturing the perfect light, angles, and anticipating wildlife behaviour.
Canoe Safari: Embark on a tranquil journey along the Zambezi’s picturesque channels with our highly qualified guides, coming close to nature’s giants in silence.
Game Drives: Our game drives are ideal for wildlife photography, covering vast distances and offering close encounters, all within a modest road network that maximizes wildlife viewing while preserving the natural habitat.
Boat Safari: Experience the grandeur of the Zambezi River by boat, a breathtaking way to observe the crystal clear waters teeming with wildlife and diverse bird species.
River Lunch: Enjoy a unique dining experience with your toes in the cool waters of the Zambezi, watching hippos pass by as you savor a delicious BBQ lunch and cold drinks.
Walking Safari: Morning walks are perfect for experiencing the bush when the air is cool and the tracks are fresh, offering a closer look at the intricate details of the wilderness.
Tiger Fishing: Test your skills against the mighty Tigerfish, regarded as the finest freshwater angling fish, amidst the company of hippos and elephants.
Accommodations:
Chula Island Camp is a stunning tented camp with all the luxuries one could wish for, but with the charm and ethos of a true seasonal bush-camp. With just 5 guest tents, catering for no more than 10 people in camp at once – each tent is carefully and expertly located for the best possible views across the Zambezi River. The Chula tents are bespoke and very comfortable, with high quality linen and mattresses, alongside flushing toilets, running water taps and traditional bucket-showers! A main area stretch-canvas tent set beneath massive Natal Mahogany trees makes for an exceptional location for meals, reading, charging cameras and wildlife watching.
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