Samala Camp | Established Campground

October 6th, 2023 by Jem&Ian

Stayed at this beautiful campsite for two nights. They moved us from the campsite to one of the chalets where we could camp and use the chalet bathroom as they had a big group coming to the campsite. The staff were super nice and helpful. You can swim in the river which was so nice .

August 20th, 2023 by siobhanshy

We arrived after a stunning drive through N Luangwa NP (spotted Wild Dogs en route) & had a look at the tents & decided to stay for 2 nights. What a treat. We swam in the river and cleaned our Cruiser with help from Michael & Emmanuel & had some washing done and just felt like we were in the lap of luxury. The communal kitchen is fully equipped and the guys wash the dishes in the kitchen . It’s well worth the extra dollars . Sitting on the veranda listening to the birds and watching the river flowing by was just idyllic.

August 10th, 2023 by anacreon.barnard

Stunning! all reports accurate. took us approx 3 hours from Kapishya which included a grocery and fuel top-up in the first village as you hit the Great North Rd. (fuel is from the grocery store out of a drum).

arrive early to enjoy the relaxing environment. Signs of eles which passed by some weeks ago

July 24th, 2023 by frasersafricanoverlanders

Rustic new camp site on the banks of the Mwaleshi river. Ablutions have hot showers, long drop but with a seat! Each camp site has its own washing up area and tap with running water.
Michael welcomed us with a huge smile.

November 5th, 2022 by globe-discover.ch

Very nice nature Camp direct on the river. Very friendly caretaker. Nice shower and clean toilet. Set up here before North Luangwa NP. $ 10/pppn
Very recommend!!

August 7th, 2022 by info

What a stunning location. All new, at the river for just $10pppn. Hot and cold running water in perfect shower building and showers. Just 2 campsites available though, so better check availability upfront.

July 30th, 2022 by Afrikken dream

Very very nice campsite! Clean and well maintained. Right on the river and really recommend to stay before entering North Luangwa or coming out. It’s 10 dollars or 200 kwacha (there conversion isn’t right but that is how it is) Caretaker is very sweet and makes sure you have fire wood, hot water and are happy.

September 7th, 2021 by Instagram: @savannatales

It seems this is now the only campsite at the western gate of Northern Luangwa. campsite is isolated, beautifully shaded and near the river. But small, 3 cars max. The caretaker first told us the campsite is full with 4 people and 2 cars since they don't allow more than one group at a time (only one brai and sink area). Since we knew the people camping there from the precedent campsite, we were allowed to stay. Camping was large enough for 2 groups. Other proposed option was to camp near a chalet, but not all of them are reachable by car.

July 13th, 2021 by mattwilliamdalton91

Nice isolated campsite next to the river. Paid USD10 pppn camping.

Hot shower overlooking the river, composting toilet on the top of a large ant hill and shady river view make this a decent campsite for a night or two.

They also supply firewood and have running water at the campsite.

Their self catering tents look very nice and are a bargain at USD25pppn.

Issue here is North Luangwa doesn't have a lot of animals especially close to the Manor gate.

July 10th, 2021 by frank.daubenton

We stayed in the permanent tents which are a little bit away from the campsite. If you want to get an early start the next morning these are a great option. We negotiated and got the tent for K800 including two extra mattresses for the kids. There is a full kitchen for your use and an awesome dining room. The setting along the river is very picturesque.

June 19th, 2021 by expeditionconservation.org

Charming, little campsite in the middle of the bush (literally). Not an even surface, but the Mwaleshi River runs only about 20m away. Can fit a few rooftop tents. Very peaceful. Only 2 signposts on the way and you’ll end up to the caretakers’ house, he’ll guide you to the campsite. Warm shower with a river view. Only about 3km to the Mano Gate of the North Luangwa National Park. Emanuel (staff) was extremely friendly and he made sure the service was great! Very nice stay. :) $10/pppn.

May 20th, 2021 by margret.helga.paul

lovely place, nice stay 😀
wunderful people 🥰
extraordinary abolition
in the winter a bit cold because if the river and the shade

May 19th, 2021 by margret.helga.paul

Very nice campsite and Chalets by the River. The team is very welcoming and helpful. you need to get used to the sound of the river 😊

October 2nd, 2020 by travelsouthbound.de

This new campsite is very nice! We stayed for 3 days instead of 1 night. We enjoyed the cool river and 1 night we heard an elephant nearby. 100 % recommended!

June 5th, 2020 by jcgvdb

New campsite just before the entrance of North Luangwa NP.
Beautiful spot on the Mwaleshi River.
The campsite and the self-catering tents have an outdoor shower and for the self-catering there is even a fully equipped kitchen you can use with fridge freezer, gas stove etc.

Price for camping is $10 pppn and $25pppn for the self-catering tents.

The road to the camp is in good condition, it took us around 1,5 hour to get from the Great North Road to the camp.

Very friendly caretaker Shadrick, phone: +260 95 7670567
You can also contact Ernst: +260 95 0987579

We really recommend the place!