A small, authentic bush camp exclusively for walking safaris in the heart of the South Luangwa
Lounge, help-yourself bar, communal dining, fire-pit
Three rustic treehouse-style chalets, each with a shower open to the stars
Walking safaris in Zambia’s South Luangwa
Chikoko is a satellite camp accessed on foot and reserved exclusively for walking safaris. The camp is set in one of the best walking areas in the entire South Luangwa Valley. It’s unlikely you’ll see any other people, just an incredible variety of wildlife.
Led by the superb Remote Africa guides, walking safaris are the focus at Chikoko Tree Camp. Venture into the Luangwa Valley, along stunning nature trails accessed only on foot, and observe all manner of wildlife, big and small. No day is the same on a walking safari. You might spot tracks that indicate a predator has recently passed through, or perhaps pause to gaze at a rare bird or tiny insect. From huge elephant and buffalo herds, to lion prides and towering giraffe, a walking safari takes you deep into the heart of the bush and up close to some of the most extraordinary wildlife on Earth.
*This property is unfenced and located in a wildlife area, so large and potentially dangerous animals pass through. If you opt to stay here, always be alert when walking around the camp and request a member of staff to escort you if you have any concerns. Any guest is escorted after dark as a matter of course.
Chikoko Tree Camp is located in the north of South Luangwa National Park. Guests typically begin with a few nights at Tafika Camp before embarking on a 3–4 hour walking safari to Chikoko. Mfuwe Airport is the arrival point, and from there it’s roughly 1.5 hours by road to Tafika. Alternatively, 15-minute light aircraft flights can be arranged from Mfuwe to Lukuzi airstrip.
Everything at Chikoko feels laidback and informal, including the camp’s communal dining area, its super-simple bush kitchen, a comfy lounge space with a view, and the help-yourself bar. Breakfast is often served around the fire, as are sundown drinks and shared stories beneath the stars.
Overlooking the seasonal Chikoko River, the camp offers armchair viewing at its finest, with wildlife activity frequently visible. As an eco-conscious camp, Chikoko operates on solar-powered electricity, and a communal charging station is available for guest use. Expect to completely switch off, as there is no Wi-Fi here.
Chikoko Tree Camp is a rustic, simple bush camp featuring just three charming, two-storey treehouse-style reed chalets – two twin units and a double.
Upstairs, the front of the bedroom is open to the trees, with a couple of director’s chairs where you can relax and gaze out at the elevated views. Each chalet is equipped with a safe, a solar fan, a luggage rack, and mosquito nets. Downstairs, each well-designed bathroom has an outdoor safari shower open to the stars, a flush toilet, a hanging storage unit, and a private changing area.
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