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Old Mondoro, Lower Zambezi National Park

Made up of only five guest chalets, Old Mondoro promises an quintessential, back-to-nature safari deep in Zambia’s Lower Zambezi National Park.

Set under a canopy of giant winterthorn trees, Old Mondoro enjoys a charming riverside location. Named after a mythical white lion that used to frequent the area, the experience here is all about reconnecting with the natural world.

As an unfenced property, wild animals are simply a part of camp life. You can expect frequent sightings of buffalo and elephant, as well as waterbuck, baboons and pods of river-bathing hippo. When not wildlife watching from camp, you’ll have a choice of land and water-based activities to enjoy.

Comprising just five uncluttered tents, Old Mondoro ensures a truly private atmosphere for each guest. Every room is equipped with an open-to-the-skies shower and a private deck for watching the natural world go by. Wide reed windows look out onto the Zambezi or the hyacinth-filled channel weaving through camp, whilst the outdoor bathtub doubles as a plunge pool. Meals are served in an open-sided dining tent, or under the stars in the middle of the Zambezi.

Old Mondoro, at a glance

  • Classic safari camp bordering the Zambezi River in the Lower Zambezi National Park
  • Owned and operated by the Cumings family of the luxurious Chiawa Camp
  • Five reed and thatch chalets with private timber decks
  • Outdoor baths, flush loos and open-air showers
  • Meals are served in the open-sided dining area or alfresco in the bush, on the river or by the campfire
  • Exceptional guiding

For leisure and pleasure

  • Day and night game drives in open 4x4 safari vehicles
  • Walking safaris
  • Canoeing and river safaris on custom-built pontoon boats
  • Catch-and-release tiger fishing
  • Afternoon tea served overlooking the river
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  • We have traveled with TUTC six times, the most recent was to New Zealand last year. The trip was very well organized as usual, with excellent accommodations and a wide variety of experiences. We had booked to go to Australia with them this year but due to Covid this was cancelled, Ultimate handled the situation very professionally and promptly refunded the whole of our deposit without any quibble.

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    DN, August 2020