Overview of Nsefu

Positioned on a scenic bend of the Luangwa River, Nsefu was the first Zambian photographic safari camp in the area. Set in the remote Nsefu area of the South Luangwa National Park, the camp offers the perfect location to deliver excellent game viewing and bird watching. Indeed, the main bar and lounge area is the best place to take in the scenic views and offers sensational game viewing without even leaving camp.

Morning, afternoon and night drives plus guided walking safaris provide ample opportunity to see Luangwa’s wide variety of wildlife: elephant, lion and leopard are often spotted in the area, which also hosts the greatest density of hippo in Africa.

From mid-January to late March the Luangwa River floods but this allows access by boat into areas that are inaccessible at other times of the year and provides a unique game viewing experience. Another special experience at Nsefu is the overnight walking safari through Luangwa’s most rewarding riverine areas to end at a fly camp – a simple bush camp that sleeps four people.

Highlights & Activities

What's on offer whilst on this itinerary?
  • The original South Luangwa safari camp
  • Remote & wild African experience
  • Spectacular game viewing from camp
  • Abundant wildlife & great birding
  • Overnight walking safaris & fly-camping
  • Excellent location for leopards
Boat excursions

Boat excursions

Cultural visits

Cultural visits

Game drives

Game drives

Guided walking safaris

Guided walking safaris

Guided walks

Guided walks

Local village visits

Local village visits

Night drives

Night drives

Private game-drives

Private game-drives

Rooms at Nsefu

Unwind and relax, in your own private luxury
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    Standard Rondavel

    Nsefu’s original six brick rondavels u2013 traditional round and thatched buildings u2013 have been superbly renovated to include a spacious, open-air en suite bathroom with wilderness views and a private wooden deck where you can relax and watch wildlife pass by your front door.

    General Facilities

    Set beside a huge termite mound, the shaded lounge and bar area at Nsefu commands a spectacular view of the Luangwa River where the elephants cross on a daily basis.

    A small, informative library is also provided.

    Bar

    Bar

    Laundry service

    Laundry service

    Library

    Library

    Dining

    Breakfasts and light, healthy lunches are served buffet-style while dinners are a social occasion enjoyed in the central dining area or in a large thatched shelter downstream from camp and with views of the Luangwa River.

    Nsefu’s bar overlooks a waterhole which makes it the perfect location to grab a drink, sit down and watch out for animals, especially leopards at night.

    Expert Opinion

    We know because we go
    Monique Wilson

    Monique Wilson

    Africa Safari Expert

    The original South Luangwa Cottages with a great location on the Luangwa River and beautiful views… superb game viewing and experience.

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