Twin chalet with two double beds. En-suite facilities with shower, basin and toilet. Running water with hot water available at all times. Verandah looking out over the river. Brick base with natural thatch walls and roof made from natural materials and local skills.
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Single king bed chalet. En-suite facilities with shower, basin and toilet. Running water with hot water available at all times. Verandah looking out over the river. Brick base with natural thatch walls and roof made from natural materials and local skills.
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Takwela Main Camp
Situated on the confluence of the Luangwa and Mwaleshi Rivers by the North Luangwa National Park, the Takwela Camp offers breathtaking views and a true sense of being in the wilderness. Guests can enjoy a variety of game drives and walking safaris through a variety of vegetation.
The camp consists of four chalets equipped with double beds. Guests can enjoy delicious meals prepared at the camp. The camp maintains an eco-friendly ethos with the camp being built from locally sourced materials and powered using solar energy.
Takwela was rebuilt in 2021 so new photos are coming soon.
GETTING THERE:
Travelling to Takwela Camp in North Luangwa National Park is an unparalleled experience. The camp is a short 30- minute scenic flight from our Mwanya (Lukuzi) Airstrip in South Luangwa, flying over the dramatic riverine landscape to Mwaleshi Airstrip. This is followed by a 45-minute game drive and short canoe crossing into camp.
WHEN TO TRAVEL:
The best time to visit the Luangwa Valley is during the dry season between May and October. All outlying water dries up and forces game to congregate around watering holes and rivers, while the vegetation starts to thin out, making it easier to spot wildlife. Tafika Camp, operating seasonally, welcomes guests from May to mid-November. The latter part of the dry season is especially warm and offers prime wildlife sighting opportunities.
Landmarks
Luangwa and Mwaleshi Rivers
Our Facilities and Services
WI_FI
smoking allowed
secure vault
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Calm environment
Hotel Norms
General Information
Game drives
All vehicles are open, comfortable and accommodate only four guests allowing for great photographic moments and plenty of opportunity to ask the guide questions.
Morning drives set off early from camp and are taken at a relaxed pace. A stop is taken at a scenic sight during the morning to enjoy a hot cuppa' and snack.
On afternoon drives, sundowners are taken overlooking the Luangwa River, after which a spotlight is brought into play, revealing Africa's nocturnal wildlife.
Walking safaris
On foot guests are given the rare opportunity to become part of nature, to immerse themselves in the wonders that present themselves at every turn. A walking safari is always led by an experienced guide with an armed National Park scout and a tea bearer so their are many eyes ready to spot the Luangwa's wildlife, identify the smallest insect, track last night's lion spoor and identify a possible threat before it really becomes one.
Children under the age of 12 are unfortunately not able to take part in walking safaris at Remote Africa Safaris.
Night game drives
All vehicles are open, comfortable and accommodate only four guests allowing for great photographic moments and plenty of opportunity to ask the guide questions.
On afternoon drives, sundowners are taken overlooking the Luangwa River, after which the drive continues in the dark with the help of a spotlight.
Night drives are led by an experienced guide accompanied by a hawk-eyed spotter who controls the spotlight and finds many nocturnal animals rarely seen during the day activities.
Hippo sundowners
Near Takwela Camp 'hippo' sundowners can be enjoyed on the banks of the Luangwa in the presence of Takwela's huge pod of resident hippo.
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Takwela Main CampLuangwa, Zambia
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