Shawa Luangwa Camp

Welcome To
Shawa

Our love for the Zambian wilderness meant that bringing Silent Safaris to one of its most iconic wildlife sanctuaries, the South Luangwa, was always written in the stars for us.

Shawa Luangwa Camp is a small, eco-friendly bush camp overlooking the Luangwa River in the Nsefu Sector. This is one of the park’s most untouched areas where excellent year-round game viewing and astonishing habitat diversity make it ideal for safaris by foot and vehicle.

Shawa Luangwa is as much about its people as the wilderness surrounding it. We named the camp after legendary Zambian safari guide Jacob Shawa, who has been such an inspiration for our team and the Luangwa community.

Our Story

Accommodation

Each of our Luxury Safari Tents is individually styled for a modern under canvas experience on the banks of the Luangwa River. The tents consist of three Couples Tents and a spacious Family Tent.

Shawa Luangwa Camp is open from 1 May 30 - November 2025.

Luxury Couples Tents

Luxury Family Tent

South Luangwa National Park
Zambia

Untamed Zambia

South Luangwa National Park is part of the Luangwa Valley, which is characterised by dramatic seasonal changes, lush vegetation and prolific wildlife that thrive alongside the Luangwa River. This complex ecosystem is one of Zambia’s wildest and offers a remarkable safari experience.

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Best experience in
South Luangwa
National Park

We have heard and read much about Shawa Luangwa Camp but nothing could prepare us for the warmth and professional hospitality of the team at the lodge. In fact, we believe that our wonderful visit was not so much defined by all the magnificent offerings of the South Luangwa National Park, but rather by the quality and intimate attention of the team at Shawa Luangwa Camp.

- Mcameronmc
Our third visit

We are really excited to say that we're a few days away from visiting Shawa Camp for the third time. My girlfriend and I fell in love with Africa a long time ago, since then we have been to numerous countries and parks, always choosing different locations. We do believe that we found the epitome of wilderness, beauty and service at Shawa Camp in South Luangwa National Park, so in this sense we no longer care that much if we don't travel to a new location as long as we can feel home, because this how we feel at Shawa.

- Eric Leonardo

Inclusive
Activities

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E-Cruiser Game Drive
Walking Safari
Plunge Pool
Birding

Community
Experiences

Get Involved

Our practices are firmly grounded in sustainability, conservation and community development, and it is through partnerships that we make a greater impact. During your time in this beautiful place, we invite you to engage, learn and support these projects that are building a healthy South Luangwa.

Conservation South Luangwa

Zambian Carnivore Programme

Project Luangwa

What Is Shawa Best For?

Romance

Run away to the Valley of the Leopard together, where there is wildlife to admire around every corner from the luxury of our Silent Safari vehicles or on a walking safari. At the end of the day, return to your raised A-line canvas tent, where a bubble bath and a sunset view awaits.
Private Travel

With only five luxury tents, Shawa Luangwa Camp is just waiting for you to bring your extended family on safari, and you won’t have to share the wilderness one bit. Book the island exclusively for a private camp, pool, guides, chefs, and even sunsets.
Family Travel

The age limit at Shawa is nine years old, as we are based in the heart of a National Park. However, this means that our activities and teams are experts t catering to families with older children. No teenager could stay cool and unimpressed around this much wildlife.