Shawa Luangwa Camp sits on the eastern bank of the Luangwa River in the Nsefu Sector — one of the least disturbed corridors inside South Luangwa National Park. The camp was opened in 2021 by Green Safaris in partnership with Jacob Shawa, the Zambian guide who handpicked the site and whose name it carries. It is reached via a river crossing from Mfuwe Airport, roughly an hour by road, with a pontoon or boat transfer completing the approach. That crossing is more than logistical — it marks a shift in register. The Nsefu Sector operates under limited-permit access, which keeps vehicle numbers low and wildlife encounters unmediated.

The camp holds five raised canvas suites — three configured for couples, one family suite, and flexible conversion between them. Exclusive-use bookings for the entire camp are available, making it workable for multi-generational families, two travelling couples, or private groups who want a single-operator experience in a remote setting. Children must be nine or older; walking safari participants must be twelve and above, as park regulations require.

The season runs May through November. August and September offer the most concentrated wildlife viewing as the dry season tightens movement around the river. Rates from Sun Safaris are published at USD 450–600 per person per night sharing; the property operates on a full-board, fully inclusive basis. Shoulder months — May, June, and late October — can offer availability with comparable conditions at lower demand. December through April, the rains close the camp entirely.

Advance booking is strongly recommended for July through September. Transfers route through Mfuwe Airport (MFU).

SECTION 2 — CARD & DISCOVERY FIELDS

accommodation_display_name Shawa Luangwa Camp

accommodation_tagline A guided camp in the Nsefu Sector, built around the knowledge of one man and the silence of the bush.

accommodation_short_desc Five raised canvas suites on the eastern bank of the Luangwa River in South Luangwa National Park’s restricted Nsefu Sector. Operated by Green Safaris, the camp offers full-board stays with solar-powered electric game drives, walking safaris, and river cruises. Best suited to couples, families with older children, and small private groups.

SECTION 3 — LOCATION & ACCESS DATA

accommodation_neighborhood Nsefu Sector, South Luangwa National Park

accommodation_address South Luangwa National Park, Eastern Province, Zambia

accommodation_google_maps (Not publicly listed — leave blank or link to general park coordinates)

accommodation_airport_distance 21.2 km / 13.2 mi from Mfuwe Airport (MFU) — approximately 1 hour by road plus river crossing

accommodation_city_center_distance Not applicable — within national park boundary

SECTION 4 — PROPERTY FACTS

accommodation_established_year 2021 (opened June 2021; two additional tents added, announced February 2026)

accommodation_total_rooms 5 suites (3 Couples Suites, 1 Family Suite; 2 Couples Suites can interconnect via private walkway)

accommodation_max_guests Not publicly disclosed (exclusive-use bookings accepted)

accommodation_min_stay Not publicly disclosed — enquire directly

SECTION 5 — PRICING INTELLIGENCE

accommodation_price_from 450 (USD per person per night sharing — source: Sun Safaris)

accommodation_price_to 600 (USD per person per night sharing — source: Sun Safaris)

accommodation_currency USD (full-board, fully inclusive basis; rates subject to change — confirm directly with Green Safaris)

⚠️ Green Safaris does not publish rates publicly on their website. Figures sourced from third-party operator Sun Safaris and should be treated as indicative only.

SECTION 6 — CONTACT & OFFICIAL CHANNELS

accommodation_phone Not publicly disclosed — contact via website

accommodation_email Not publicly disclosed — contact via website enquiry form

accommodation_website https://greensafaris.com/shawa-luangwa/

social_links

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greensafaris/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WeAreGreenSafaris/
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/GreenSafaris/videos
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@green.safaris

SECTION 7 — STAY LOGISTICS & POLICIES

accommodation_checkin 14:00

accommodation_checkout 10:00

accommodation_cancellation Free cancellation available — review specific policy terms before booking (confirm directly with Green Safaris)

accommodation_rules Credit cards accepted; cash not accepted. Government-issued photo ID required at check-in.

accommodation_children_policy Children 9 years and older only. Walking safari participation requires age 12+. Families with children under 6 require a private vehicle for game drives per park regulations.

accommodation_pet_policy Not publicly disclosed

SECTION 8 — KEY HIGHLIGHTS (Max 6)

accommodation_highlights

• Only camp in South Luangwa National Park offering Silent Safari drives in solar-powered electric Land Cruisers
• Five raised canvas suites in the Nsefu Sector — low-permit, low-traffic wildlife area
• Full-board and fully inclusive — game drives, walking safaris, and river cruises included
• Exclusive-use option for full camp buyout — suits private groups and multi-generational families
• Plunge pool with direct river views; open-sided riverside main area with al fresco dining
• Active conservation partnerships: Conservation South Luangwa, Zambian Carnivore Programme, Project Luangwa

SECTION 9 — LANGUAGES, ACCESSIBILITY & SUSTAINABILITY

accommodation_languages English (confirmed); Zambian local languages spoken by guiding team

accommodation_accessibility Not publicly disclosed — note: tents are elevated on raised platforms accessed by timber stairs; river crossing required for access

accommodation_sustainability

• Solar farm powers full camp operation
• All-electric fleet of custom solar-powered Land Cruisers (Silent Safari vehicles)
• Elevated tent platforms on wooden stilts to minimise ground-level ecological impact
• Formal community conservation partnerships: Conservation South Luangwa, Zambian Carnivore Programme, Project Luangwa
• Low-impact, limited-permit location in restricted Nsefu Sector

SECTION 10 — MEDIA FIELDS

accommodation_gallery (Minimum 6 verified, property-specific images required. Do not populate with stock. Source from:)

• https://greensafaris.com/galleries/#shawaluangwacamp
• https://greensafaris.com/media-coverage/shawaluangwacamp-4

Priority sequence if sourced:

1. Exterior — camp from river bank
2. Couples Suite — interior/tent view
3. Open-sided main lodge/dining area
4. En-suite bathroom (sunken bath, brass fittings)
5. Plunge pool with river view
6. Silent Safari e-cruiser in the field

accommodation_video Source: https://www.youtube.com/c/GreenSafaris/videos — verify for an official Shawa Luangwa camp video before populating

accommodation_virtual_tour Not available — leave blank

SECTION 11 — TAXONOMIES

Accommodation Type Tented Bush Camp

Amenities (confirmed only)

• Plunge pool
• Full-board dining (inclusive)
• River-view terrace / outdoor dining
• Bar
• Free Wi-Fi
• Laundry service
• Free parking (vehicle staging area)
• Walking safari
• Game drives (electric/silent)
• Boating safari
• Guided birdwatching
• Private deck per suite
• En-suite bathroom with bathtub and outdoor shower

Price Range Luxury (USD 450–600+ per person per night)

SECTION 12 — COMMERCE & TRUST SIGNALS

// END CMS OUTPUT — SHAWA LUANGWA CAMP