Lolebezi mixes contemporary luxury with raw wilderness, offering river-based safaris, elegant suites, and deeply immersive Lower Zambezi experiences.
Location
Lolebezi sits on five hectares of protected wilderness right on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River within Zambia’s evocative Lower Zambezi National Park. Here you’re immersed in one of Africa’s most pristine riverfront landscapes, with expansive water views, acacia woodlands and rich wildlife right outside your door. The camp is accessed via a light aircraft transfer from Lusaka or Livingstone, touching down at Jeki or Royal airstrips followed by a short drive or boat ride into camp.
Rooms
Accommodation comprises four luxury signature suites and two double family suites, each designed to take full advantage of the setting with expansive views over the river. All are fully air-conditioned and open onto a private deck with a plunge pool and thatched sala for lazy afternoons watching the river flow by.
Facilities
Lolebezi is one of the most stylish and well-appointed camps in the Lower Zambezi. Shared spaces include a riverside main lounge and dining area, an infinity-edge pool, fully equipped gym, spa and a yoga deck for quiet moments of reflection. There’s also an open-air cinema and boma space where guests can gather in the evenings. On-site dining draws on a mixture of African, European and Asian influences and is Halaal-friendly.
Activities
A huge range of safari experiences is on offer. Morning and afternoon game drives and guided walking safaris take you into the heart of the park, while canoeing, boat cruises and catch-and-release fishing explore the river itself. Bird watching and scenic sundowners on the water are firm favourites with guests. During the green season (November–April), activities focus more on river-based offerings where seasonal conditions permit.
Sustainability
Sustainability is embedded in Lolebezi’s design and operations. The camp is powered off-grid by a dedicated solar array, with wastewater treated through staged systems to safeguard the Zambezi. Many materials used in construction were responsibly sourced or recycled, and the lodge is actively connected with the African Bush Camps Foundation, which supports community education, conservation and local empowerment projects.
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When to visit 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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