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Old Mondoro Camp

Lower Zambezi, Zambia

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Old Mondoro Camp

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Is the Old Mondoro Camp for Me?

Old Mondoro is set in a grove of Acacia trees that tower above the massive elephant bulls that seem to be constantly feeding on them.

On the banks of the Zambezi River in the Lower Zambezi National Park some 35 km downstream from Chiawa Camp this is a beautiful and remote site overlooking a maze of hippo-inhabited islands and channels.

With only 5 rooms, 10 beds, Old Mondoro is the Lower Zambezi’s most intimate and private safari camp.

Old Mondoro’s setting is exquisite, one of the few safari camps with views in all directions, from one’s chair – to the south the spectacular Zambezi river and its islands sprinkled with wildlife, swivel around to face north and see beautiful woodland full of towering trees dwarfing the impalas, waterbuck, buffalo and elephants.

A fun addition is Old Mondoro’s outdoor “loo with a view” overlooking the Zambezi and its wildlife.

If you wish to be truly immersed in nature but with all the comforts then look no further than Old Mondoro.

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Old Mondoro Camp Rooms

The Old Mondoro Camp has 5 rooms. Select a room for more details.

Old Mondoro Camp Chalets

5 screened-in reed chalets with canvas roofs, left open during the day, and canvas blinds with window screens that are lowered for privacy and security at night.

King size beds and mosquito nets facing out onto the Zambezi River. All chalets have 220v lighting power point.

There is a large outdoor stone splash tub and shower, open to the stars overlooking the Zambezi River with hot water 24/7 as well as indoor flushing loos & twin sinks.

Huge private deck enables expansive views and there is a comfortable relaxing area with day beds under the shade to watch the elephants pass only meters from the chalets.

There is also a 6th chalet with two bedrooms and two bathrooms ideal for families and which can also be used for pilots and tour leaders.

Old Mondoro Family Suite

Bush chalets 1 - 4

Chalet 1 looks directly over the Zambezi and is closest to the social area of camp.

Chalet 2 looks over the Zambezi and the mouth of the Old Mondoro lagoon.

Chalets 3 & 4 look over the lagoon with quartering further views of the Zambezi.

These two chalets generally see the most wildlife from their rooms as the lagoon attracts much wildlife however some guests prefer the rooms closer to the Zambezi.

Others prefer these for the game.

All 4 chalets have a canvas roof, reed and canvas walls, cement floors and 24/7 power for lighting and charging.

No WIFI! Each room has an electric fan, en suite indoor loo and washbasin both with views of the Zambezi, and an outdoor shower and outdoor “splash tub” which is a giant bath for two or in the hotter months providing a cooling wallow.

Elephants have been known to drink from the bath whilst guests have been cooling off! Water is heated by solar.

T V - the 2 bedroom "Family Chalet"

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Activities offered by Old Mondoro Camp

Activities on site

Game Drives

Bird Watching

Fishing

Activities off site

Boat Cruise

Canoeing

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Game Drives

This is the safest and most effective way to view big game.

Drives are conducted in open 4wd vehicles that have been specially adapted for safari use with comfy seats, pockets to stow your gear and bean bags to steady your camera for those all important photos.

Usually departing in the early morning, drives can last anywhere from 2 to 4 hours depending on what’s seen and the requirements of the guests.

In the late afternoon drives set off for an hour or so before stopping at a scenic point for sundowners.

Once the sun has set night drives commence.

Zambia is one of the few countries that permit night drives, perhaps the most interesting of safari activities.

Using filtered spotlights, which do not interfere with the well being and behaviour of the subject and which make it much easier on your eyes too, this is an opportunity to see nocturnal creatures such as civet, porcupine, genet, and also to see some of the larger predators on the move.

It is not uncommon to see a pride of lions on a kill or a leopard stalking through the bush.

These drives last as long as they need to.

Bush Walks

Pioneered in Zambia, bush walks are essentially a “micro-safari”.

An armed ranger with your qualified and experienced pro guide will guide you through the wilderness on foot, interpreting spoor, identifying the various flora and fauna, and highlighting conservation issues.

However elephants and buffalo are seen on most walks and sometimes the big cats so expect anything at anytime.

The pace is leisurely and the duration is determined by guests’ requirements – and what is seen on the walk.

Typically, a few hours are sufficient.

River Safaris

One of the great aspects of a visit to Chiawa Camp and Old Mondoro is the variety of activities offered by virtue of our presence on the Zambezi river.

These are two of the few camps permitted to conduct waterborne safaris within the National Park, and our custom built, motorized pontoons are ideal to take advantage of this.

Enjoy morning or afternoon cruises exploring numerous channels, viewing hippo, buffalo, elephant and prolific bird life.

Also on offer are sunset and sundowner cruises, often completed with a night drive back to camp.

Canoeing

Although the Zambezi offers many activities, perhaps it is best known for canoeing.

Nowhere else is there such a combination of breathtaking scenery, varied wildlife and such interesting channels to paddle through.

Six meter long Canadian canoes are used and these trips may last anywhere from 1 hour to 1 day.

Our most popular canoe safari is 90 minutes long where guests paddle (always downstream!) from the lodge to “Sunset Strip” for sundowners and then a night drive back to Chiawa Camp.

Tranquil yet exciting, these trips can be longer and may drift through the likes of the Waterbuck Island and Chifungulu Channels, which are an excellent way to enjoy another aspect of the Zambezi River.

Fishing

Chiawa Camp is internationally acclaimed as one of the world’s leading fishing destinations.

Recommended by authoritative anglers and in publications such as The Best Fly Fishing Trips Money Can Buy and Forbes Traveler, expert guides are on hand to assist you in finding the notorious tigerfish (camp record 10.1kg, average 2kg) which are caught on fly or conventional tackle and other species that abound in the Zambezi River.

The waters of the National Park are free from netting and are hence your best bet for lots of big fish.

Naturally we enforce a strict catch & release policy.

Best months for tigerfish are September – November.

Because of our privileged situation inside the National Park, we are restricted to operating two boats at any one time.

Chiawa Camp can therefore only host a maximum of 4-6 fishing clients. Boats used are 6m pontoons.

Guide, fuel and tackle are provided, however we recommend serious sport fishermen bring their own gear.

Medium-heavy action 20lb spinning or bait casting rods/reels work best.

Wire leader is essential, as are good quality sharp hooks attached to bright, shiny spinners and spoons.

Fishing is available at both Chiawa Camp and Old Mondoro, with a US$30/angler/day surcharge for National Park angling fees.

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