Zambia
Set on a riverfront property about 400m east of Mfuwe Gate, Track & Trail offers varying levels of luxurious chalets and lovely camping grounds shaded by…
Must-see hotels in Zambia
Livingstone
Sharing space with the luxury resorts along the banks of the Zambezi, this is the only waterfront lodge that caters to budget travellers. For this reason…
Livingstone
Resembling the Big Brother household, this place can be a bit ‘party central’, particularly when the Gen Y volunteer brigade is on holiday. You’ll find…
Zambia
While it doesn't have a white sandy beach, Kalambo Falls Lodge's waterfront location remains equally spectacular – whether enjoyed from the rooms or…
Livingstone
As well as some of the nicest and most spacious dorms we’ve seen, things have been spruced up here into a guesthouse full of upmarket touches – no longer…
Zambia
Luangwa’s first tourist camp (now protected as a historic monument) has an excellent location smack bang in the middle of the Nsefu sector on an open…
Zambia
Set along the banks of the Kafue River is this flash Dutch-owned luxury lodge, with more of a chic resort feel than your average safari lodge. Its…
Livingstone
Don’t be deceived by the motel-meets-caravan-park exterior: the rooms here are more boutique B&B with loving touches throughout. Rooms are spotless, and…
Lusaka
Set up by a bunch of local female friends, this funky and vibrant hostel offers a homely, social and relaxed atmosphere. There's plenty of artwork about,…
Zambia
Imagine a Vogue photo shoot with an Out of Africa theme and you'll have the sophisticated design aesthetic of this camp. Spacious safari tents evoke…
Zambia
Hippo Bay is easily one of the best budget options in south Kafue. It has six rustic, well-priced thatched reed chalets with attached bathroom, or a…
Livingstone
With a good location in the centre of town, Olga's offers clean, spacious rooms with cool tiled floors, teak furniture and slick bathrooms just a few feet…
Livingstone
Here you’ll find sumptuous spacious cottages and open-faced ‘treehouses’ and private dining decks. The houses are good for families and have private…
Zambia
While it's all a little bit tired and in need of a refurb, this laid-back beachfront resort is still the best spot for independent travellers. It has its…
Lusaka
One of the more established and respected backpackers in Lusaka, this place is deservedly popular with those on a budget. The centrepiece of activity is…
Zambia
Boasting a wonderful waterfront location, Kanyemba has a relaxed garden resort atmosphere that's both social and family-friendly. Its main hangout is its…
Zambia
On a large, leafy property along a kilometre of riverfront, Flatdogs has 11 safari tents of varying features. All are well kept and have outdoor showers…
Zambia
This old place is suitably attired for a grand old English manor, with fireplaces, four-poster beds, oil paintings and big old roll-top baths. There’s a…
Zambia
This camp is located on a beautiful private island 18km from Sinazongwe – it's mostly wooded, with impala, kudu, zebra, bushbuck and the occasional…
Lusaka
If you've outgrown the whole backpacker scene, but still want something informal and homely – and social, if inclined – then Bongwe's your place. Run by…
Zambia
This long-running place in the park's northeast has loads of character and beautiful riverine views. Individual stone chalets, with quirky features like…
Zambia
This camp rests in the heart of the wetlands and is splendidly positioned on a tiny permanent island with only birds, hippos, lechwes and the occasional…
Lusaka
An isolated 25-acre camp, surrounded by bird-rich woodland, Pioneer is the accommodation of choice for many expats living outside Lusaka, especially those…
Lusaka
While not quite in the same league as its opulent hotels in India, Taj Pamodzi is instead more your classy business hotel. But it's a solid choice…
Zambia
This lodge is east of the park, about 20km upstream from Luangwa town on the Mozambican border. Accommodation is in tented chalets, which are simply…
Zambia
Run by highly respected safari guide Derek Shenton, in the northern part of the park, Kaingo is relaxed, understated and exclusive with delightful…
Zambia
Just outside the park in the GMA, Chibila offers three basic, bargain-priced rooms that overlook Lake Itezhi-tezhi. Rooms come with attached bathroom, and…
Zambia
A large, leafy property with an informal vibe, Mvuu is built on the edge of the tree-lined riverbank. Comfortable elevated safari tents with balconies are…
Zambia
Owned and operated by a South African/Zimbabwean family, this long-running operation is in a leafy compound around 4km out of Chipata along the road to…
Zambia
This long-running lodge owned by a Zimbabwean family is set on large, leafy grounds 12km northeast of Chirundu. There's a well-equipped camping ground …
Lusaka
A good out-of-town option – especially for groups and families – around 7.5km east of the city centre, Kilimanjaro consists of several well-kept, low…
Zambia
This fantastic campsite offers a user-friendly spot to pitch a tent. Each pitch has cooking areas and bird-proof cupboards to protect supplies. The large,…
Lusaka
The grassy campsite here, shaded by big trees, is popular with overlanding groups. The security is good, while the swimming pool and bar (which sells…
Zambia
One of several places catering to independent travellers along this stretch of the river, Croc Valley offers great options. In a sprawling compound set…
Zambia
This spacious, secluded spot about 5km southwest of Mfuwe village is popular with both overland groups and independent travellers. There are nine simple…
Livingstone
Hippos, hammocks and harmony. On a lush island with sandy beaches in the middle of the Zambezi River, around 50km from Livingstone, Jungle Junction…
Zambia
A kilometre from the town of Sinazongwe, Lakeview Lodge has comfortable chalets with ceiling fans and a secluded terrace overlooking the lake and verdant…
Zambia
Lake Tanganyika's most popular all-round choice is this South African–managed resort fronted by a pure white sandy beach. Undoubtedly the best pick here…
Zambia
With a commanding hilltop location with lush gardens (home to some roaming zebra) and lake views, this hotel has relatively luxurious rooms (some with…
Zambia
The longest-standing lodge in town is definitely geared towards the domestic traveller and conference groups. Lacking in charm, rooms come with cable TV…
