Old Mhondoro Camp

Destination

Lower Zambezi

Old Mondoro is a beautiful, small camp in a wonderful location that complements any visit to Zambia. Takes a step back from the complexity and sophistication of many safari camps and focuses instead on providing guests with a more down to earth though no less comfortable or rewarding safari experience. Situated far inside the Park in lovely walking country (miles of open woodland) with great game viewing, Old Mondoro is a great spot especially for elephants, leopards, and seasonal wild dog sightings. The Camp - open May 01 – October 31: A canvas and reed lounge area, or sitenje, with timber decks overlooks a maze of islands in the Zambezi River, as does an imaginative outdoor loo. Turn around in your seat and you look across mature open woodland and some of Africa’s finest walking country!

Old Mhondoro Camp Amenities

Accommodation is in four screened-in reed chalets with canvas roofs, left open during the day and canvas blinds with window screens are lowered for privacy and security at night. All chalets have shaded timber viewing decks, 220v lighting & power point, indoor flush loo & wash basin, outdoor shower & bath - all with 24/7 hot & cold water. Comfy beds with Egyptian cotton linens and mosquito nets complete the accommodation – all with wonderful views. 8 beds for independent travellers in 4 bush chalets; or 10 beds for Groups by special request. Each bush chalet has two single beds or one King bed

Area Attractions

Activities: Walks, drives (day & night), canoeing, game viewing by boat and catch & release angling. A Day in the Life: The day typically starts with a wake-up call about 15 minutes before sunrise however the movements of the wildlife and guests interests determine the order of the day. Guests meet by the campfire for a light breakfast and depart for morning safari activity soon after. Guests return to camp about 11am and a brunch buffet with optional full English breakfast is served around midday. Guest’s typically siesta or relax until afternoon tea which is served around 15:30 with sweet and savoury snacks before the afternoon activity which usually culminates in a night drive returning to camp about 20:00. Drinks and snacks are served at the bar or by the camp fire until a 3 course dinner is served. Coffee and liqueurs are offered after dinner and guests typically turn in for the night around 22:00. Soft drinks, bottled water, spirits, beer and House Wines are included in the price. Safety: Old Mondoro has an excellent safety record and takes precautions to maintain this. All guests are given comprehensive briefings upon arrival and before activities, and all activities are led by qualified and experienced guides with First Aid training. Each tent has a whistle to call management in an emergency. Old Mondoro has 24 hour contact with the rest of the world via vsat internet although there is no access for guests except in emergencies.