Stunning luxury lodge in the heart of the the Lower Zambezi
A beautiful lodge that offers the chance to combine comfort and wildlife experiences in one of the best natural spaces in Africa
Location
Set deep within Zambia’s Lower Zambezi National Park, Anabezi Camp offers the kind of quiet, riverside wilderness that feels worlds away. Perched where the Zambezi River meets the Mushika floodplain, the camp sits beneath a canopy of Winterthorn trees, a haven for passing wildlife. You’ll love how peaceful it feels out here, with just the sounds of hippos, birdsong and the occasional elephant wandering past to remind you how close to nature you are.
Rooms
There are just 12 spacious tents (plus one family suite), each raised on timber decks and thoughtfully positioned for privacy and views. We love how the canvas and glass design opens right up to the river and plains, so you can sip your morning coffee as elephants stroll past or soak in the view from your private plunge pool. Inside, everything feels generous and comfortable, from the king-sized beds to the indoor and outdoor showers.
Amenities
The main lodge is relaxed and open, with lounge areas and dining spaces that look out over the river. Guests love the small touches - a quiet spot to read, a dip in the pool between game drives, or a drink at sunset with hippos grunting in the distance. The wine cellar is a nice touch for those after something special, and service is warm and thoughtful throughout.
Activities
You’ll head out on game drives, canoe safaris, walking safaris and river cruises, all guided by a superb team. There’s also catch-and-release fishing for tiger fish, and birdwatchers will be in heaven with over 500 species recorded in the area. It’s a beautifully flexible safari, where each day can be shaped to your pace and interests.
Sustainability
Anabezi is deeply committed to conservation and community well-being, and your stay directly supports impactful local initiatives. Through the Zambezi Wildlife Trust, the lodge has funded essential infrastructure, like teacher housing, water towers, and solar-powered laundry stations. They also back Conservation Lower Zambezi, including Zambia’s only all-female anti-poaching unit, plus a 24‑hour scout force, K‑9 teams, marine patrols, intelligence and aerial surveillance.
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When to go to Zambia
Find out the best time to visit Zambia with our month by month guide.
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January
January is a good time to visit Victoria Falls, but the rest of the country is very humid and wet leading to many camps shutting during January.
February
February remains wet, so its a good month to visit the thundering Victoria Falls, however only a few camps stay open for boating and walking. The rains have created lush vegetation, during this time of year it is alive with the sound of migratory birds in their breeding plumage, an excellent time for birders to visit Zambia.
March
If you want to witness Vic Falls at its fullest, March is the month to visit, with huge volumes of spray often obscuring the view. The birding is still magnificent in March, and camps offer fantastic value for money as there are no crowds.
April
In April the weather starts to dry, however rain remains a prominent feature of April. In the Lower Zambezi National Park, lush vegetation is at its thickest making animals more difficult to spot. April is seen to be the best time of year to witness the rarely seen Wild Dog in South Luangwa National Park.
May
May is a mixed month, the onset of the dry season means rains are unlikely, however access to certain camps is tricky due to sodden grounds. Game viewing in South Luangwa and Lower Zambezi begin to improve as the vegetation things and waterholes begin to dry up, forcing wildlife together.
June
June is a great time to visit Zambia, the ground starts to dry out and camps are offering excellent deals and there are few visitors to share safari vehicles so you may have some areas to yourself.
July
July is high season, temperatures rise and all the camps are officially open. If you want to see game then South Luangwa is the best option, whereas the Lower Zambezi is perfect for river cruises and fishing.
Victoria falls is at its best, without being overly wet and clouded with spray.
August
August's hot and dry weather kicks off what Zambia is famous for, walking safaris. It is the prime time to combine game viewing with Victoria Falls.
September
Temperatures sore in September reaching high 20's making the long days particularly pleasant. This month sees Carmine Bee Eaters arrive, flocks of hundreds nest in river banks providing a thrilling spectacle of colour and sound.
October
October sees temperatures sore again, game viewing is best done in the early mornings to avoid the hot midday sun.
November
November brings the start of the rainy season, but the good news is the sporadic showers are not too disruptive and visitors get to see dramatic skies and stormy skies brewing. Temperatures are high and it can be humid, but the mixed weather brings great value stays. Plus many young animals are being born, making it a fantastic time to see the parks come to life.
December
The rainy season is in full force in December, grasslands begin to lengthen, foliage thickens and game viewing becomes a little trickier. The rivers rise and dependant on water levels travellers can visit 'devils pool' at Vic Falls, providing high excitement and a head for heights needed if you want to get close to the drop off.
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