Zambia Camps & Lodges
Time + Tide Mchenja, South Luangwa National Park, Zambia
A Tented Camp in Zambia
Camp Details
Mchenja is the local name for ebony, and the camp is tucked into a shady ebony grove beside the Luangwa River in the heart of South Luangwa National Park.
Its five safari rooms (including a two-bedroom, two-bathroom family safari room) are pure, natural elegance with grass walls, soft cushions and light-as-air curtains. Each has a feather-top bed, large picture windows and open air en-suite bathroom with a bath looking out onto the river.
At breakfast, listen to a chorus of birdsong and laughing hippos. Between safari activities, relax in the refreshing pool overlooking the Luangwa river.
Pull yourself away from camp to track big cats through the bush with hushed voices and beating hearts. Night drives are always rewarding, with the bush revealing a different nocturnal surprise every time. At the right time of year, this is one of the best camps in the park for seeing carmine bee-eaters.
WHY CHOOSE TIME + TIDE MCHENJA?
- Guided walking safaris
- Baths in the rooms with a pool in camp
- Luxury safari camp
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Questions about Mchenja
What does the name mean?
Mchenja is the local name for ebony, and the camp is tucked into a shady ebony grove beside the Luangwa River in the heart of South Luangwa National Park. Breakfast comes with a chorus of birdsong and laughing hippos, which gives some idea of how close the river is.
What are the safari rooms like?
There are five safari rooms, including a two-bedroom, two-bathroom family room, with grass walls, soft cushions and light curtains. Each has a feather-top bed, large picture windows and an open-air en-suite bathroom with a bath looking out onto the river. A pool in camp overlooks the Luangwa.
Is it good for birds?
At the right time of year this is one of the best camps in the park for carmine bee-eaters. Night drives turn up a different nocturnal surprise each time, and days are given to tracking big cats on foot or by vehicle. Rates run from US$880 to US$1,200 per person per night by season, fully inclusive with two guided safaris daily.
Activities
Time + Tide Mchenja Rates, Activities & Amenities
Rates
| Year | Season | Type | Rates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | January – June; November – December | – | US $ 880 |
| 2025 | July – October | – | US $ 1200 |
| 2026 | January – June; November – December | – | US $ 880 |
| 2026 | July – October | – | US $ 1200 |
Rates are Per Person Per Night unless otherwise specified.
Inclusions
Safaris are sold on a fully inclusive basis with: accommodation, all meals, standard bar drinks, laundry, Mfuwe Airport transfers to/from our camps, inter-camp transfers and two guided safaris per day.
Questions about Mchenja
What does the name mean?
Mchenja is the local name for ebony, and the camp is tucked into a shady ebony grove beside the Luangwa River in the heart of South Luangwa National Park. Breakfast comes with a chorus of birdsong and laughing hippos, which gives some idea of how close the river is.
What are the safari rooms like?
There are five safari rooms, including a two-bedroom, two-bathroom family room, with grass walls, soft cushions and light curtains. Each has a feather-top bed, large picture windows and an open-air en-suite bathroom with a bath looking out onto the river. A pool in camp overlooks the Luangwa.
Is it good for birds?
At the right time of year this is one of the best camps in the park for carmine bee-eaters. Night drives turn up a different nocturnal surprise each time, and days are given to tracking big cats on foot or by vehicle. Rates run from US$880 to US$1,200 per person per night by season, fully inclusive with two guided safaris daily.
Activities
Child Policy
Children of all ages are welcome at Time + Tide Mchenja.
Questions about Mchenja
What does the name mean?
Mchenja is the local name for ebony, and the camp is tucked into a shady ebony grove beside the Luangwa River in the heart of South Luangwa National Park. Breakfast comes with a chorus of birdsong and laughing hippos, which gives some idea of how close the river is.
What are the safari rooms like?
There are five safari rooms, including a two-bedroom, two-bathroom family room, with grass walls, soft cushions and light curtains. Each has a feather-top bed, large picture windows and an open-air en-suite bathroom with a bath looking out onto the river. A pool in camp overlooks the Luangwa.
Is it good for birds?
At the right time of year this is one of the best camps in the park for carmine bee-eaters. Night drives turn up a different nocturnal surprise each time, and days are given to tracking big cats on foot or by vehicle. Rates run from US$880 to US$1,200 per person per night by season, fully inclusive with two guided safaris daily.
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