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Zikomo Safari Camp

South Luangwa National Park

This is my second time back to Zikomo safari camp. I cannot fault this camp - food ( all fresh veggies from their own market garden!)  wonderful, sightings incredible! And so welcoming! Recommended.!!

Truly fantastic  safari experience!

I stayed at Zikomo for a total of 23 nights as this was a long stay. I was alone. I always felt safe while staying at Zikomo. Victoria and David Wallace are very welcoming and made sure I was very confortable in my chalet. 

The Zambian employees made a real difference during my stay. They were courteous, always smiling and in good mood, trying to please and /or understand my requests. 

The cleaniness of my chalet was extraordinary. Selina and David make sure everyday, they cleaned, made the bed and or change the sheets and sweep the whole place.

Being one with Nature, while sleeping is a real plus for Zikomo. 

Hearing an elephant or a hippo outside your chalet, or hearing the sounds of the bush at night, was something  I absolutely wanted to hear. I certainly got my wish.

The guides are very friendly on game drives and/or on a walking safari. They were patient, with many of my questions  and always smiling, wanting to give you what you really want to see on each outing. I'm forever grateful to Josephine, Lameck, Julius and David.

I especially loved the food being from an organic garden as this resonates with my own values. 
Victor, the gardener, works really hard to deliver fresh vegetables and yes, lemons....

The reservation manager, Tyson, went out of his way from planning my trip, answering my many questions, to following up during my stay; he made sure my stay at Zikomo was memorable. 

I'm grateful for my stay.
Thank you !

My dream trip to Nsefu....................

Delightful owners Victoria and David spoil you during your stay.  Sergeant looks after you in the bar and the clear pool is ideal even in August. Very knowledgeable guides David and Lemak offer morning and night drives. Easy access via own crossing into park enables you to get to viewing area in no time. Nsefu sector has far less traffic so often seeing lion, leopard or wild dog with only another vehicle.

Best in Nsefu

We had booked to camp at Zikomo. They only offer 3 camping spots and we took up all 3. The camp is situated away from the lodge and is slightly elevated on the edge of the Luangwa river with breathtaking views. We could sit and watch the puku grazing on the plains and listen to the hippo grunting nearby as well as enjoy the magnificent sunsets. Each site had it's own reed open air ablution facility with a separate shower and toilet. It was very clean and beautifully set out with a donkey nearby which was lit in the morning and evening for hot showers. There was also a washing up facility but there is no power. We booked an afternoon/evening game drive into the park which was absolutely outstanding. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and went out of his way to make this one of the best game drives we have ever been on. We were extremely lucky to come across a pride of lion feasting on a recent buffalo kill. It was also nice to be able to access the national park directly from the lodge. I highly recommend this unique experience of camping wild with no fences. We will definitely go back and stay at the lodge. The facilities are subtly exquisite with a pool right in front of the view of the passing game. 

JUST SUPERB

This lodge is perfectly run, they went out of their way to accommodate us in every way. We wanted low carb meals, we got them. The chef's cooking was excellent. We ask them what to see, they fulfilled our wishes. The hotel manager always greeted us with a smile and reassurance if we needed anything else, she is extremely capable. Everyone is kind and helpful, they looked after us like children on our holiday. We were amazed by the surrounding nature and animals. The lodge is cleverly part of the surrounding landscape and nature. From the restaurant terrace we watched a hippo grazing, various species of antelope, a troop of monkeys, many species of birds. At night, lions roared in the distance. We can only recommend the lodge. 



Stunning South Luangwa 

The trip I took to Zikomo Safari was worth every single minute, I don’t even know where to begin. My stay was a little over a week long in one of their chalets. Every morning we would wake up bright and early to the sound and very often the sight of wildlife, and a campfire breakfast. Every day was a new adventure. At breakfast there were always new groups of people that had just arrived from anywhere in the world and all walks of life. How wonderful it was that in that moment we found ourselves all there, together, in Zambia! All of the staff were extremely nice, It was so wonderful to get to know them, they were all amazing at everything they do. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable, passionate, and personable. We would go on two drives a day each time about 4 hours long in between which we would find a nice spot and have tea time/coffee/surprise snack by the chef and the later outing a sunset drink with a snack. During the mid day break back at the camp we loved just hanging out in the outdoor lounge area and have what became our favorite drink. If you have never put fresh mint inside your ice cold fresh squeezed lemonade…you better start. The adventure was never short of wildlife (lions, leopards, elephants, baboons, hyenas, zebras, giraffes, impalas, and so so much more). I took about 4,000 photos by the end of my trip, that isn’t even an exaggeration, I am so glad I brought extra memory cards. All of the food was incredible at Zikomo safari, I highly enjoyed the night we had a traditional Zambian meal. Almost all the veggies in the dishes are grown right there in the camp, very fresh. 
I highly recommend also visiting the nearby city, beautiful artists, wonderful people, and great food. 
All the photos attached are at Zikomo Safari. 

Wonderful Experience

Our stay in Zikomo Camp in the Nsefu sector of South Luangwa was the highlight of our Zambia and Malawi trip. 

As we can compare it to other camps in Zambia or Malawi, Zikomo is a professionally run camp with delicious food, comfortable bungalows and friendly, hospitable and always helpful staff. Not mentioning the main purpose of the trip - the abundance of stunning wildlife, often even possible to watch straight from bungalows! Zikomo management puts an emphasis on professional services, guests safety, excellent food and unforgettable safari trips.

The food and its variety was absolutely amazing and we were always surprised how the chef can prepare 5 stars-like "haut-cuisine" in the middle of bushes! Incredible.

From our experience, the Nsefu area is a less touristic area of the South Luangwa national park. We rarely saw any other cars during both morning and afternoon safari rides. It is even more surprising, given that our guide was always able to show us the breathtaking Zambian fauna including among others wild dogs, lions, leopards, giraffes, hyenas, buffalos, zebras and hundreds of hippos. In the evening we even once spotted a porcupine!

This is our third time stay in Zikomo Safari and our family and friends that we travelled with were always very pleased with the experience. 

I can recommend Zikomo Safari to everyone who is looking for a natural paradise with top services and extremely helpful, professional and pleasant staff. We are definitely coming back again.

Thank you Victoria, David and all Zikomo people !

The absolute highlight of our Zambia and Malawi trip!

First of all, I wish I was there, right this minute. My friends and I had an outstanding time, and were already talking about returning before we left! The managers and staff made us feel so welcome. If there was anything I needed during the course of a day, they went out of their way to provide it. I've traveled a good amount throughout Central and East Africa and this is one of those camps you simply feel at home, even though you're out in the wilds of Africa. I loved my accommodations, especially enjoying the first view of each day as I stepped out the door, a view that often included wildlife from hippos to elephants. And staff were always nearby to ensure that I felt safe. The meals were outstanding, throughout the day, every day. And then there's the main reason we all go to Africa, to see the iconic wildlife. I was blown away by how close they could be found to camp, every day, and how healthy so many of the populations were. Within a ten minute drive of camp, we saw giraffes, many of them, impala, hippos, and elephants. All just ten minutes away! Going a bit further, we often saw lions, either relaxing, on the move, or feeding.  Our guide not only knew exactly where to go each day but had an encyclopedic knowledge of everything we saw from termite mounds to the habits of hippos. He was excellent, with a capital "E" and a very likable soul.  And then there's the river. What a beautiful setting for a visit to Africa!  Almost every day, we enjoyed watching the sun go down across the water, as we took in our sundowner break. To finish this review up, I'll add that we also made a visit to the nearby village. There we loved our visits with children and teachers at the school, and, with several women who were busy sewing in the new Women's Center. We learned that these programs and several others were the result of efforts generated by a U.S. organization called Nsefu Wildlife Conservation Foundation. I've already made a donation. So as I said, I wish I was there right this minute. The day is coming, and I'm sure looking forward to it, to returning to Zikomo.

A Home Away from Home

Whether you travel solo or with friends or family, Zikomo Safari Camp is the perfect place to experience life in the African Bush!  The owners and the members of the staff are friendly. The guides are very knowledgeable about the area, the wildlife and every day life in Zambia. There are plenty of wildlife (elephants, lions, leopards, hyenas, hippos, etc.). The day usually starts early with a wholesome breakfast in the boma followed by a morning game drive. After lunch you are free to relax by the pool or in the lounge, watching the elephants walk by. In the evening, a game drive and sundowner in the bush followed by a Zambian dinner on the deck is the perfect way to celebrate all you have experienced during the day. Finally, laying in bed listening to the animals feeding around your chalet, you fall asleep knowing you will have no problems getting up at 5 am to do it all over again.

A reip I will never forget

Amazing place in Zambias South Luangwa. I am highly recommending Zikomo Safari Camp to anyone travelling solo, as a group or family and want to experience the real African Bush .It's authentic, real and warmly welcoming their guests.

Safaris: Excellent sightings (Lion, Leopards, Wild Dogs, Buffalos, Elephants, Hyenas,  Hippos, Thornicraft Giraffes,...). Guides with great passion, knowledge about wildlife, flora & fauna, patient and happy to answer any question.

The food: Breakfast served at a traditional Boma - fantastic, Lunch & Dinner at the Deck. Every meal  more than enough and super delicious. 

Rooms: Rooms are clean, some even have a outdoor shower. 
Laundry service was done  in less than 24 hrs. 

Pool always available & clean 

I really enjoyed my stay and will definitely come back. Their latest addition, The Kauluzi house is phenomenal and a must book next time I am travelling with friends & family.

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