Access & Location
The camp can be accessed via air or road transfer from Mfuwe Airport. It’s situated in the quiet north-eastern region of the South Luangwa , on the beautiful banks of the Luangwa river!
Mapazi Camp
An adventurous walking-only camp in the quiet north-eastern part of the South Luangwa National Park.
Open-sided mess tent for lounging and dining, and fresco dining.
Just three walk-in tents, each with a private washroom and lovely river views.
Expert guide Deb Tittle leads top-quality walking safaris through the South Luangwa.
Our Yellow Zebra Opinion
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Well-rounded and reliable
This is one of the most exciting bushcamps to open up in the Luangwa in a long time. It has only been around since 2018. However, as it’s owned and run by Deb Tittle, one of Zambia’s finest walking guides, this simple bushcamp is an absolute must for safari addicts.
Activities
Mapazi Camp is all about walking safaris!
Personalized walks
Morning walks
Afternoon walks
Big Five
Birdwatching
Carmine bee-eaters
Insects and plant life
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Deb tailors each walk according to her guests’ interests and abilities, making for truly bespoke experiences of the South Luangwa National Park.
Morning walks set off early from camp, so you’ll enjoy sightings of wildlife at its most active. You’ll also enjoy a tea stop on the way, a chance to talk about what you’ve seen so far and what you’re hoping to see.
After relaxing at camp, you’ll head off for the afternoon walk. This is shorter than the morning activity, but it includes marvelling at the glorious light that bathes the South Luangwa just before sunset!
Species you can expect to see in this part of the park include four of the Big Five – lion, leopard, elephant, and buffalo. There are smaller predators such as spotted hyena and wild dog too. The herbivore count also features the striking Thornicroft’s giraffe, as well as Cookson’s wildebeest and Crawshay’s zebra.
And bird numbers are very impressive, with over 400 types of feathery friend spotted at last count!
One major highlight is the colourful carmine bee-eaters, who nest in the park’s sandy riverbanks from August/September until the New Year or so.
Walking with Deb, you’ll also get to know the South Luangwa’s insects and plant life too.
*This property is unfenced and located in a wildlife area, so large and potentially dangerous animals do pass through. If you opt to stay here, always be alert when walking around the camp and request for a member of staff to escort you if you have any concerns. Any guest is escorted after dark as a matter of course.
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The communal facilities at Mapazi Camp consist of lounging and dining areas, set up within an open-sided tent known as the Chitenje.
It’s surrounded by the big boughs of an immense sausage tree, guaranteeing comfort and shade. In the lounge area, there’s well-cushioned wood-framed seating around a coffee table. The dining area has a table and safari chairs. Guests can also eat al fresco – morning coffee and a light breakfast are often enjoyed on the river banks at sunrise, while dining locations also include the banks of the river, close to a warming campfire!
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There are just three walk-in tents, set out along the river banks.
Each is Meru in style – an outer layer of canvas extends well over the inner layer to form a shady veranda. Set with a couple of classic safari chairs and a table, the veranda is a great spot for relaxing and enjoying your river views! Coming into the tent through its zipped entrance, you’ll find a double bed or twin beds, lighting, and storage space. The beds are wood framed and pleasantly sturdy, just the job for a good night’s sleep. There’s also an opening at the back, allowing fresh breezes to waft through. Washing facilities are housed separately in a small canvas structure a short distance from the tent, and they comprise flush toilet, washbasin, and shower with hot and cold running water.
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Each washroom has a river view too! Finally, there’s access to a comfy hammock, fantastic for relaxing in between your 
