Site logo
    • Destinations
      • South Africa >
        • Limpopo
        • Mpumalanga
        • KwaZulu-Natal
        • Western Cape >
          • Cape Town
        • Eastern Cape
        • North West
        • Northern Cape
        • Gauteng
      • Botswana >
        • Okavango Delta
        • Chobe National Park
      • Victoria Falls
      • Mozambique
      • Namibia
      • Zambia
      • Zimbabwe >
        • Zambezi National Park
      • Rwanda
      • Tanzania
      • Uganda
    • Game Lodges
      • – View All Lodges
      • – View All Reserves
      • Greater Kruger National Park
      • Sabi Sand Game Reserve
      • Madikwe Game Reserve
      • Pilanesberg National Park>
        • Black Rhino Game Reserve
      • Welgevonden Game Reserve
      • Phinda Game Reserve
      • Nambiti Game Reserve
      • Timbavati Nature Reserve
      • Kapama Game Reserve
      • Thornybush Game Reserve
      • Kruger National Park
    • Experiences
      • Packages
      • Close to Gauteng
      • Family Friendly Safaris
      • Romantic Bush Escapes
      • Luxury Tented Camps
      • Malaria-Free Safaris
      • Beach Holidays
      • Walking Safaris
      • Kosher Safaris
      • Golfing holidays
      • Luxury Rail Journeys
      • Giving Back
    • Private Villas
    • Hotels
    • About Us
      • Our Story
      • Meet the Team
      • Blog
      • Gift Vouchers
      • Our Responsibility
      • Competitions
    • Latest Specials
    • Last Minute Deals
    Enquire Now
    Sign in
    Enquire Now
    Listing cover image

    Time + Tide Mchenja

    South Luangwa National Park, Zambia

    • From:
      USD 340
    • Savings:
      Save 61%
    • Quick Enquiry
    • Overview
    • Additional Info
    • Rates
    • Location
    • Terms and Conditions
    • Enquire Online
    • prev
    • next
    • Last Minute Deals, Specials
    • Bookmark
    • Share
    • Send an email
    • prev
    • next
    Overview

    If you are searching for a Zambian retreat that combines luxury and adventure look no further than Time + Tide's Mchenja. Hear baboons bark and monkeys chat as you follow the flick of a leopard’s tail across the river. Here you will feel your insides vibrate to the roar of a male lion passing through camp in the middle of the night. Locate elephants feeding on the seed pods just outside your room.

    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.

    Featuring five rooms, including a two-bedroom and two-bathroom family suite, with pure and natural elegance. The rooms are framed with grass walls and enhanced with soft cushions and light-as-air curtains. The villas boast feather-top beds, large picture windows and open-air en-suite bathrooms with a bath looking out the glistening river.

    Encapsulated by a bent ebony trunk, the main lounge has the feel of a spacious treehouse. During breakfast, you will hear the chorus of birdsong and laughing hippos. The best way to relax between safari activities is in the refreshing pool overlooking the river.

    While the camp is relaxing and tranquil we urge you to 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.

    About The Luangwa National Park

    South Luangwa National Park is the highlight of eastern Zambia. Known to locals as simply 'the South Park,' it was initially founded as the Luangwa Game Park in 1904, and converted to one of three game reserves in 1938. The impressive park covers an area of about 9050 square kilometres of the Luangwa Valley floor and lies anywhere from 500 meters to 800 meters above sea level. With its western and northwestern edge bounded by the Muchinga Escarpment and the southern border line with the meandering Luangwa River, there's no shortage of dramatic and fascinating topography in this stunning game-rich park.

    Reserve
    • Name
      South Luangwa National Park, Zambia
    • Size
      905,000 hectares
    Children

    All ages welcome

    Fast Facts
    • Bush Walks
    • Child Friendly
    • Eco-Friendly
    • Fans
    • Malaria area
    • No Wi-Fi
    • No Cell Phone Signal
    • Outside Shower
    • Pool
    • Big 5
    View others in these regions
    • Zambia
    Why We Love It
    • Mchenja is a Time + Tide Safari Camp in Zambia
    • The camp offers a beautiful river setting in an ebony grove
    • Mchenja is defined as a retreat that combines luxury and adventure with top class accommodation and exciting activities
    • The main area features a pool overlooking the river which is the perfect escape from the Zambian heat
    • The lodge is eco-friendly and allows guests to become with one with nature. There is no Wi-Fi or cellphone signal to distract you from the sheer beauty of this lovely camp. All you need to do is sit back and relax
    • On game drives, guests can expect great sightings of leopards and lions as well as large herds of elephants crossing the river
    Good to know
    • Mchenja is open yearly from 20 May to 15 November
    • The Camp has no Wi-Fi or cellphone signal - disconnect completely & enjoy the bush!
    • Mchenja has outside bathrooms so you may be a bit chilly in winter.
    Gallery
    Details
    • 4 Safari Rooms

      1 Family Safari Room

    • Setting: Set along the Luangwa River
    Activities
    • Day & Night Game Drives
    • Walking Safaris
    • Wildlife Hides
    • Sleepout Under the Stars*

    *additional charges

    Children

    All ages welcome

    Children Game Drive Policy

    8+ welcome on game drives

    Guests per Safari Vehicle

    6 Guests

    Gallery
    Rates
    • Per person per night sharing
    • From
      USD 340
    • Rules
      Book within 6 weeks of travel
    • Normal selling rate
      USD 880
    • Save up to
      Save 61%
    • Validity Date
      Valid from 26 June 2025 until 31 December 2025
    • Prices are indicative. Please contact us for a comprehensive quotation.
    Rates Include
    • Luxury accommodation
    • All meals
    • Teas, coffee and filtered water
    • Laundry
    • Mfuwe airport transfers
    • Two activities per day
    Closest Airport

    Mfuwe Airport

    Drive Time

    2 hour, 30 minutes game drive transfer from Mfuwe Airport

    Download Map
    Reserve
    • Name
      South Luangwa National Park, Zambia
    • Size
      905,000 hectares
    Location
    • Mchenja Camp, Malawi

      Get Directions
    View others in these regions
    • Zambia
    Terms and Conditions
    • All rates quoted are per person per night sharing
    • Please chat to one of our Game Lodge experts for the single accommodation & child rates
    • A number of our rates quoted are based on specials for SADC Residents
    • All rates quoted are based on a minimum stay of two nights
    • Any applicable Conservation Levies & Park Fees will be quoted as an additional amount and are subject to change
    • When we specify ‘Off Road’, this applies to Big 5 sightings only
    • Please note, childminding is generally at an additional cost
    Children

    All ages welcome

    Important Notes
    • Open from 20 May to 15 November

      Please complete this Form:

      * Fields marked with an asterisk are required


      Facebook-f


      Instagram


      Whatsapp

      You May Also Be Interested In

      Gallery image Gallery image Gallery image

      Royal Zambezi Lodge

      Lower Zambezi National Park, Zambia
      Last Minute Deals, Specials
      From USD 329
      Save 66%
      • 8 x Deluxe Rooms, 7 x Presidential Rooms & 1 x Family Suite
      • Bookmark
      Gallery image Gallery image Gallery image

      Time + Tide Luwi

      South Luangwa National Park, Zambia
      Last Minute Deals, Specials
      From USD 305
      Save 70%
      • 4 Tents
      • Bookmark
      Gallery image Gallery image Gallery image

      Time + Tide Kakuli

      South Luangwa National Park, Zambia
      Last Minute Deals, Specials
      From USD 340
      Save 61%
      • 4 Rooms & 1 Family Suite
      • Bookmark

      Quick Enquiry


      Your Perfect Africa, a division of the Africa Tailormade Group, offers the best rates, long stay special offers, and last minute bush break deals for those looking to explore our beautiful Africa ❤  

      ✉︎ contactus@yourperfectafrica.com
      ✆ +2710 476 0330

      Read Our Client Reviews
      Facebook-f Instagram Linkedin Whatsapp

      Subscribe

      Subscribe and be the first to receive our Latest Accommodation Specials Deals!

      loader

      Proud member of

      SATSA
      ATTA

      Accommodation

      • Game Lodges
      • Exclusive-Use Private Villas
      • Hotels - Best Available Rates

      Locations

      • Destinations
      • Game Reserves

      Specials

      • Last Minute Deals
      • Latest Specials
      • Safari Packages
      • Romantic Bush Escapes
      • Sabi Sands Specials Offers
      • Greater Kruger Lodge Specials
      • andBeyond Special Offers
      • MORE Special Offers
      • Natural Selection SADC Specials
      • Okavango Delta Travel Specials
      View All Last Minute Deals!
      lastminutelodgespecials.com

      Need some Help?

      • Contact Us
      • Booking Enquiries
      • Custom Packages
      • Gift Vouchers
      • Competitions

      Partner with Us

      • Get Listed
      • Contact Us

      General

      • Home
      • About Us
      • Our Responsibility
      • Our Blog
      • Privacy Policy
      • Terms and Conditions

      Your Perfect Africa © 2025 All rights reserved​

      Designed and Maintained by JHNet

      Basket

        • Facebook
        • X
        • WhatsApp
        • Telegram
        • LinkedIn
        • Tumblr
        • Reddit
        • VKontakte
        • Mail
        • Copy link
        • Share via...
        • Threads
        • Bluesky