Live From Camp
A closer look at Queen Mambo reveals an injury to her eye, along with puncture wounds on the top of her head.
Could these be tooth marks? A sign of a territorial struggle? For now, it seems Mambo is one of the lucky ones - but her cub may not have been as fortunate.
What’s your theory?
#LeopardsofLolebezi
📍: Lolebezi, Lower Zambezi National Park, Zambia
✉️: enquiry@africanbushcamps.com
“Every single meal here was spectacular. We’re talking about a level of creativity and execution that rivals the best restaurants I’ve been to, except you’re dining with the sounds of the African bush as your soundtrack.
The chefs here don’t just accommodate dietary restrictions - they embrace them as creative challenges. Every meal feels like a celebration. The attention to detail, the quality of ingredients, the presentation - it’s all world-class, yet never stuffy or overdone. Just pure, elevated comfort in the most beautiful setting imaginable.
With that, this takeover is a wrap! I hope this inspired you to visit and see why Lolebezi, the Lower Zambezi, and Zambia are so special. Leaving is always tough, but the good news is - you can always come back. I’m already planning my return. Until next time!” - Brian
📷: @whereintheworldisb
📍: @africanbushcamps - Lolebezi, Lower Zambezi National Park, Zambia
✉️: enquiry@africanbushcamps.com
“I’ve had spa treatments all over the world, but nothing compares to having wildlife as your view while melting into complete relaxation.
The semi-open concept made me feel just a stone’s throw from the elements. It’s this perfect blend of luxury and nature that’s so rare to find. I suggest a massage shortly after your morning safari - there’s nothing more relaxing than magical hands working out knots in your muscles. Let me tell you, the struggle to stay awake was real! I had a massage that left me lying there for 5-10 minutes, wondering what just happened.
So, relax at your own risk!” - Brian
📷: @whereintheworldisb
📍: @africanbushcamps - Lolebezi, Lower Zambezi National Park, Zambia
✉️: enquiry@africanbushcamps.com
“Experiencing a safari in the Lower Zambezi is truly special. Exploring by both truck and boat gives you more chances to spot incredible wildlife. We saw massive elephant herds, graceful impala, majestic buffalo, and even a pride of lions playing hide-and-seek. The diversity here amazed me - from tiny colorful birds to hippos in the river. Every game drive felt completely unique.
Lolebezi takes things up a notch with their sundowners. Just when you think you’ve found the perfect spot, they surprise you with an even more serene setting. Every sunset felt magical, with golden rays setting the scene for the ultimate ‘happy hour’.
What makes this place unforgettable is how every experience feels both carefully planned and wonderfully spontaneous - thanks to a team that knows this land inside out.” - Brian
📷: @whereintheworldisb
📍: @africanbushcamps - Lolebezi, Lower Zambezi National Park, Zambia
✉️: enquiry@africanbushcamps.com
“Okay, let’s talk about how AMAZING these fully stocked suites are - they’ve redefined what I thought was possible in safari accommodation.
I mean, just look at this place! It sells itself. The architecture is genuinely one of a kind, with thoughtful details everywhere. There are both indoor and outdoor showers with total privacy and Zambezi River views.
But honestly? It was the bedroom that made me want to visit Lolebezi. That LED accent around the mosquito netting is a game-changer - I’ve never seen anything so beautiful surrounding a bed. And each suite has its own private pool and sala overlooking the river.
The sala was my favorite spot to rest, sip coffee, and watch elephants pass by. You could spend the whole day there, guilt-free.” - Brian
📷: @whereintheworldisb
📍: @africanbushcamps - Lolebezi, Lower Zambezi National Park, Zambia
✉️: enquiry@africanbushcamps.com
“I’d be remiss not to mention the spaces that bring everyone together! Lolebezi’s main lodge strikes this perfect balance between polished elegance and raw, natural textures - like a sophisticated treehouse overlooking the Zambezi. I kept catching myself just standing there, in awe.
The marble green granite bar? A total showstopper. It’s not just beautiful - it’s the heartbeat of the lodge, where conversations flowed as easily as the cocktails.
Then there’s the upstairs game room - a hidden gem accessed via spiral stairs. Think pool, ping-pong, and even a telescope for stargazing. It felt like a secret level designed for those quieter moments between game drives.
And finally, the pool. This massive infinity pool looks straight out over the Zambezi. I spent hours here watching the river and the elephants in the distance. It’s one of those spots you never want to leave.” - Brian
📷: @whereintheworldisb
📍: @africanbushcamps - Lolebezi, Lower Zambezi National Park, Zambia
✉️: enquiry@africanbushcamps.com
Join Brian, travel engineer and visual storyteller, on a safari at Lolebezi - where rejuvenating spa treatments, sun-soaked poolside moments, one-of-a-kind game drives, and delicious culinary delights await. @whereintheworldisb
“Just wrapped up an incredible all-inclusive stay at Lolebezi with @africanbushcamps and I’m still absorbing everything I experienced. Over the next six days, I’ll be taking over African Bush Camps’ IG to share why this place left such a mark on me - and why I believe it will do the same for you. So, buckle up and let’s begin!
First - the architecture is unlike anything I’ve seen in safari. It’s a perfect blend of modern luxury and deep respect for the landscape, feeling both grand and intimate. I lost count of how many times elephants casually strolled through the property. Falling asleep to hippos calling from the Zambezi River? Unforgettable.
The dining experience was hands down the best I’ve had at any safari lodge. The culinary team works magic for every palate and dietary need - turning each meal into an event. And I’m usually picky about food!
If Lolebezi isn’t on your safari bucket list yet, it needs to be. This is more than a place to stay - it’s an experience that will change how you see luxury travel in Africa.”
📷: @whereintheworldisb
📍: Lolebezi, Lower Zambezi National Park, Zambia
✉️: enquiry@africanbushcamps.com
Experience Cape Town’s cosmopolitan beauty at @atzarocapetown - a luxurious, boutique sanctuary beneath Table Mountain.
Whether the beginning or grand finale, it’s the perfect complement to your Luxury Southern Africa Safari.
Are you ready to indulge in one of Africa’s most iconic cities?
✉️: enquiry@africanbushcamps.com
Your 10-Day Luxury Southern Africa Safari Itinerary:
Day 1–4
Begin at Thorntree River Lodge, where you’ll track rhinos on foot in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park and witness the sheer power of Victoria Falls.
Day 4–7
Fly into the heart of the Okavango Delta for a stay at Atzaró Okavango Camp. Drift by mokoro through secret waterways and wildlife-rich channels in one of Africa’s most iconic landscapes.
Day 7–10
Conclude your journey at Atzaró Cape Town, a boutique sanctuary at the foot of Table Mountain. It’s the perfect base for exploring a city as bold and beautiful as the landscapes that surround it.
Are you ready to indulge in the wildly luxurious?
✉️: enquiry@africanbushcamps.com
Victoria Falls. The Okavango Delta. Cape Town.
Introducing the Luxury Southern Africa Safari:
Three iconic destinations in one extraordinary journey.
You’re invited to indulge in the wildly luxurious.
✉️: enquiry@africanbushcamps.com
“This is Fred. These days, he’s spending a lot of time around camp.
Fred’s got quite the reputation. He’s the second elephant to learn the famous ‘stand-up’ trick from Boswell - yes, up on his hind legs, just like that. But Fred’s got his own flair. Before he rises, he does a little shuffle, almost like he’s dancing.
That’s how he got his name, Fred, after Fred Astaire. Our very own elephant dancer.” - Taffy, Host at Nyamatusi Camp
📷: Host Taffy
📍: Nyamatusi Camp, Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe
✉️: enquiry@africanbushcamps.com
“Returning to African Bush Camps for the second time in a year - after an unforgettable honeymoon in Botswana - felt like coming home.
There’s something special about the atmosphere at Nyamatusi Camp, a warmth and personal touch that’s hard to put into words but easy to feel. Mana Pools was simply magical. Being on the river, surrounded by raw wilderness, was unforgettable.
Incredible wildlife, stunning lodges, and a truly special experience - I hope it’s not my last.” - Ian
📷: @cpcreatives
📍: Nyamatusi Camp, Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe
✉️: enquiry@africanbushcamps.com
“A spontaneous dance break with schoolchildren on their morning walk - one of my favorite moments from our @ypoglobal trip a few weeks ago.”
– Beks Ndlovu, Founder & CEO of African Bush Camps
Moments like these remind us why we do what we do. This Active Day, let’s keep moving with purpose - sharing and conserving Africa, together.
📍: Zimbabwe
✉️: enquiry@africanbushcamps.com
#ActiveDay #ConservationInMotion
Introducing Lady.
The resident female east of Lolebezi, Lady is a young and graceful leopardess. Staying unusually close to her mother Mai’s territory, she provides rare insight into leopard behavior. She exudes elegance and is a captivating sight in the wild.
These are the Leopards of Lolebezi.
📍: Lolebezi, Lower Zambezi National Park, Zambia
✉️: enquiry@africanbushcamps.com
#LeopardsofLolebezi
Bush bath essentials:
Sunshine, mud, and one enthusiastic little elephant.
Journey with us to experience authentic Africa (and a cuteness overload!)
📷: @camscott_wild
📍: Somalisa Camp, Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe
✉️: enquiry@africanbushcamps.com
At Somalisa Expeditions, our pool overlooks the extraordinary Elephant Pool.
The Elephant Pool is an oasis where elephants come to cool off and socialize during the heat of the day. It’s the perfect spot to watch these gentle giants up close - all from the safety and comfort of camp.
Have you ever been to Somalisa Expeditions? We’d love to hear about your Elephant Pool experience in the comments below!
📷: @djkaskas
📍: Somalisa Expeditions, Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe
✉️: enquiry@africanbushcamps.com
“African Bush Camps offers more than just a view.
They offer an authentic experience, a rare chance to feel the wildness within and around us, and a reminder that life is interconnected, fragile, and beautifully raw.” - @camscott_wild
Thank you to our Ambassador, Cam, for these wonderful words. Safari isn’t just a journey, it’s an experience that reconnects us to what truly matters.
📍: Somalisa Expeditions, Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe
✉️: enquiry@africanbushcamps.com
Join Guide Dutch as he gives a lesson in astronomy.
Have you seen the stars during Diamond Season?
#Diamond
📍: Atzaró Okavango Camp, Okavango Delta, Botswana
✉️: enquiry@africanbushcamps.com
Clear skies, crisp temperatures, cozy fires, incredible wildlife, and nights filled with infinite stars.
Diamond Season is here.
Revel in the Radiance of Diamond Season.
#Diamond
Diamond Season has arrived.
From May through September, the bush takes on a new brilliance. The crunch of dry grass beneath your boots, the echoing cry of a fish eagle overhead - every detail feels sharper, every moment more magnified. Days are warm and gentle while nights are crisp and clear. As darkness falls, the skies dazzle with stars, echoing the radiance of this incredible Season.
This is the time to slow down, tune in, and experience safari with extraordinary clarity.
Revel in the Radiance of Diamond Season.
#Diamond
Our Guided Impact Safari is an opportunity to travel with purpose.
Along the way, you’ll meet community members, help renovate a local school, build a protective lion boma, and see how your contributions are making a real difference.
This is no ordinary Safari.
#2026GuidedImpactSafari
From the meandering waterways of the Okavango Delta to the thundering majesty of Victoria Falls, our Guided Impact Safari takes you through Africa’s most extraordinary landscapes.
Stand eye-to-eye with elephants in Hwange National Park and toast the day’s adventures beneath a fiery Lake Kariba sunset - one of the planet’s most spectacular.
This is no ordinary Safari.
#2026GuidedImpactSafari
Introducing the 2026 Guided Impact Safari.
On this journey, you’ll be guided by Koinonia Baloyi – our very own @africanbushcampsfoundation Director. Closely connected to the communities we partner with, Koinonia offers a rare perspective – one shaped by years of working alongside local leaders and community members.
She’s with you every step of the way, engaging with local residents, supporting meaningful projects, and ensuring each moment of your journey is not only unforgettable, but wonderfully impactful.
This is no ordinary Safari.
#2026GuidedImpactSafari
Introducing Scar.
A young leopardess, she’s instantly recognizable by the scar in her right eye - a reminder of an early run-in with a porcupine. Bold and inquisitive, she’s forging her own path in life.
These are the Leopards of Lolebezi.
#LeopardsofLolebezi
📍: Lolebezi, Lower Zambezi National Park, Zambia
✉️: enquiry@africanbushcamps.com
