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Chindeni Bushcamp

A sublime tented camp on the edge of a permanent lagoon with the Chindeni Hills providing a truly breathtaking backdrop.

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In an enviable location on the edge of a lagoon where hippo chortle and elephant wallow, stands Chindeni – undoubtedly one of the most beautiful tented camps in the South Luangwa.

There’s something about sleeping under canvas that ignites a sense of adventure in everyone. At Chindeni you can combine that thrill with style and comfort in one of its four opulent tents. Gaze out from your private veranda onto the lagoon which attracts birds and animals from miles around. Or settle back with a gin-and-tonic in the central lounge and dining area – a glorious expanse of varnished decking arranged on several levels around the surrounding ebony trees, boasting, of course, the same spectacular view of the serene lagoon and its inhabitants.

Rooms

With stripped wooden floors, four-poster beds, cosy sitting rooms, en suite bathrooms and vaulted canvas ceilings, Chindeni’s spacious tents are so inviting you could be forgiven for never wanting to leave your room. Especially when you can see so much wildlife just by stepping onto your own private deck jutting out over the lagoon. Two of the tents have twin beds (queen-sized beds) and two have doubles (king-sized bed). Chindeni is open from May to December.

Activities

Whether you are in the mood for intrepid exploration or perhaps some more sedentary wildlife viewing, Chindeni will deliver. Avid game viewers and birdwatchers can set out on superb walking safaris, game drives, night drives and scenic sundowner trips in the surrounding area. Or you can just park yourself in a deckchair at camp and watch the abundance of game that is drawn to the lagoon.

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Summary

Location: Overlooking an ox-bow lagoon and the Chindeni Hills, South Luangwa, Zambia
(2 ½ hours from Mfuwe Lodge)
Season: Open from May to December
Activities: Guided walking safaris; game drives (day and night); birdwatching
Children: Children over 12 are welcome (under 12s welcome if a private camp is booked)
Electricity: Solar power for lighting, battery charging facilities and hot water
Accommodation: 4 luxury, spacious tents:
- 2 doubles (king-sized)
- 2 twins (queen-sized)

Guest Comments

“You’ve got a pretty sublime spot here – the perfect place to spend our first wedding anniversary. It doesn’t get much better than sipping champagne to the sound of hippos squelching through the mud below us… definitely one for the memory bank.”

- Sam & Lizzie Matthews, UK

“Wildlife is such a gift; Chindeni is a wonderful place to enjoy it. I will remember Chindeni as a great and well hidden place where we saw these wild dogs”

- Vincent Chalumeau, France

“As close to perfection as one could imagine.”

- Trevor & Marianne Parker

“What a lovely retreat. Serene and beautiful. Very sad to leave but hoping to return”

- Stephanie Brown

“The tranquility of this place leaves us unable to describe it.”

- Jane & Graham Walker, UK

“A wonderful piece of Eden. This has been a heavenly bonus and splendid finish to our 50th anniversary and 21st birthday family tour.”

- Peter Gilbert, Kate, Adam & Paul Armstrong, Peter & Anne Hyatt

“A fantastic stay! Thank you all for making our honeymoon so special.”

- Barry & Becky

“We loved our time at Chindeni, with the wonderful hospitality of the staff and our nightly hippo serenade! Thanks for making our stay so special.”

- Rick and Kathleen, Seattle, USA

“Fantastic birding, great walks, and definitely the most photogenic elephant shrews in Zambia!”

- Trish & Malcolm Lund, Canada

"We hadn't expected such luxurious accommodation, but we enjoyed every minute of it!"

- Mike & Sue Clark, UK

"The accommodation at Chindeni was luxurious and the food excellent. The salads were exceptionally fresh...the tables were beautifully set and napkins never folded the same... the ingenuity of the waiters was astonishing."

- Yvonne Neethling, South Africa

"It's pretty tough to pick between the camps and staff - but at a push we'd have to go with Chindeni. It was a real highlight of our trip - the gameviewing un-matched and the camp incredibly relaxing and in the most idyllic spot. Thanks everyone @ BCC."

- Ed & Sophie Green, UK

An unbelievable first taste of Africa. The hospitality of the staff at the camps, the superb food and the knowledge of guides combined in providing a memorable experience. Sunrise at Chindeni with the yellow billed storks arriving most be one of natures treasures.

- Treena and Mike, UK

"The views are breathtaking - sitting out on the deck by the lagoon in the sunshine watching hippo, elephant and giraffe, drink in hand - it's the stuff of dreams! "

- Jo Robinson, UK

"We were amazed by the sheer quantity of wildlife we saw across the water whilst sitting in our hammock on our terrace! A very peaceful, tranquil setting with wonderful staff and hospitality."

- Holly and Nick Osmond, UK

"Truly a piece of heaven on earth. Our family had a wonderful adventure and only regret not spending more time in camp. All of our expectations were overwhelmingly exceeded. The hospitatility, knowledge and quiet elegance of the managment, guides and staff was spectacular. The accommodations and food first class. Thanks for the memories!"

- The Mizell Family, USA