Shawa Luangwa Camp
About Shawa Luangwa Camp
Shawa Luangwa Camp is a stylish tented camp on a prime stretch of the Luangwa River in Zambia's South Luangwa National Park, one of Africa's premier walking-safari destinations. Luxury and family tents sit beneath trees overlooking the river, and the camp is run by a guiding dynasty with deep roots in the valley. Game drives, walking safaris, and boat trips (seasonal) deliver exceptional predator sightings and some of the best leopard viewing on the continent.
Why we like it
A guiding-led tented camp on the Luangwa with access to the park's legendary leopards and walking safaris.
Best for
Available Activities
Best Time to Visit
May–October (dry season) for concentrated game and prime walking; November sees green-season birding.
Dry Season (May-October)
Offers silent electric vehicle safaris; wildlife is easily spotted near the riverbanks [Olimba Camp | South Luangwa National Park | Zambia](https://www.expertafrica.com/zambia/south-luangwa-national-park/olimba-camp)
Green Season (November-April)
Remains open longer than some bushcamps, offering a lush 'Emerald Season' experience with dramatic skies [When to Visit South Luangwa](https://bushcampcompany.com/blogs/when-to-visit-south-luangwa-a-month-by-month-safari-guide/when-to-visit-south-luangwa-a-month-by-month-safari-guide)
Peak Months
Typical Wildlife Sightings
Wildlife Highlights
South Luangwa's renowned leopard sightings, huge hippo densities, and seasonal carmine bee-eater colonies.
Recommended Activities
Game drives
Day and night 4x4 safaris
Walking safaris
Guided bush walks — the Luangwa speciality
Boat safaris
Seasonal river cruises
Family Facilities
This lodge welcomes families. Contact us for specific arrangements and facilities.
Lodge Details
5 rooms
12
2026 seasonal rates · guideline low season
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Classic Tented
Refined
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