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A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a stone wall, and a sign indicating no outside food allowed. There are hanging hammocks and a view of a body of water.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a wooden deck, surrounded by trees and a body of water.
A rustic house with a thatched roof, a balcony, and a wooden chair outside.
A rustic bar area with wooden flooring, a thatched roof, and a bull's head decoration. There are wine bottles on shelves and a menu board.

1. Track and Trail River Camp

Track and Trail River Camp
South Luangwa National Park
United States
Kirk
NZ$226
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Track and Trail River Camp
A clear blue pool surrounded by tall palm trees and a small building.
A building with a covered porch, a brick wall, and a paved pathway.
A campsite with tents, a covered seating area, and a small tree.
A tented accommodation with a flat roof and a small platform.

2. Royal South Luangwa Safaris Lodge

Royal South Luangwa Safaris Lodge
South Luangwa National Park
United States
Robert Sean
NZ$157
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Royal South Luangwa Safaris Lodge
A poolside area with lounge chairs, a hot tub, and a covered seating area with umbrellas.
A tented room with a bed, a table, and chairs, and a view of a green landscape.
A rustic wooden deck with a table set for two, surrounded by wooden chairs, overlooking a grassy landscape with trees.
A bathroom with a bathtub, a sink, and wooden cabinets.

3. Flatdogs Camp

Flatdogs Camp
South Luangwa National Park
United States
Steve
NZ$303
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Flatdogs Camp
A room with two beds, each with a blue blanket and white bedding. There is a wooden nightstand with a book and a lamp.
A building with a reception area, a paved entrance, and a small garden.
A hotel room with two beds, a blue blanket on one bed, and a white towel on the other.
A room with a wooden floor, a sofa with a blue cover, a wooden chair, and a table with a blue curtain.

4. blue Waxbill Lodge

blue Waxbill Lodge
South Luangwa National Park
NZ$97
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
blue Waxbill Lodge
A circular outdoor seating area with a fire pit, surrounded by wooden deck and lanterns, overlooking a calm body of water.
A covered outdoor area with a reception desk, wicker furniture, and a view of trees and a beach.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and trees around it.
A spacious living area with a wooden ceiling, a sofa, a coffee table, a small kitchen with a refrigerator, and a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio.

5. Mopani Safari Lodge

Mopani Safari Lodge
South Luangwa National Park
United States
Glenn
NZ$1,289
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Mopani Safari Lodge
A bedroom with two beds, a large window, and a rustic ceiling.
A bar area with hanging lights, a counter, and various bar tools.
A gazebo with a thatched roof and wooden furniture, surrounded by a brick pathway and a body of water.
An elephant walking towards a thatched-roof building with a porch and chairs outside.

6. Thornicroft Lodge

Thornicroft Lodge
South Luangwa National Park
NZ$1,019
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Thornicroft Lodge
A wooden cabin with a thatched roof, a wooden deck leading to a door, and a view of a lake.
A room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a thatched roof.
A swimming pool with a hot tub and a covered seating area at night.
A wooden door leading to an outdoor deck with a view of a body of water and greenery.

7. Njobvu Safari

Njobvu Safari
South Luangwa National Park
NZ$1,101
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Njobvu Safari
A modern house with a wooden deck, outdoor seating, and a well-lit interior.
A spacious living area with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a dining area with a kitchen in the background.
A pool with wooden deck chairs, a covered outdoor seating area, and a modern building with large windows.
A long dining table set with chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a large wooden door.

8. Zikomo Safari

Zikomo Safari
South Luangwa National Park
NZ$866
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Zikomo Safari
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas.
A room with a bed under a mosquito net, a fan, and patterned curtains.
A circular outdoor seating area with green patterned cushions, wooden stools, and a view of a beach and water in the background.
An outdoor dining area with tables set for meals, covered by a thatched roof.

9. Zikomo Safari Lodge

Zikomo Safari Lodge
South Luangwa National Park
NZ$1,857
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Zikomo Safari Lodge
A tented accommodation with a bed, a small table with a fan, and a hot tub.
A tented accommodation with a bed, a table with towels and bottles, and a view of a river.
A large, pyramid-shaped tent with a ladder leading up to it, surrounded by trees and a wicker fence.
A wooden cabin interior with a large wooden door, a wooden table, a wooden bench, a wooden sink, and a window with a view of trees.

10. Shawa Luangwa Camp

Shawa Luangwa Camp
South Luangwa National Park
NZ$3,287
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Shawa Luangwa Camp
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Frequently asked questions

What is South Luangwa National Park like for travellers on a budget?
South Luangwa National Park has a variety of cheap accommodation options and places to visit, making it a great getaway spot for budget travellers. You can find ways to experience this destination while still keeping costs low.
When is the best time for a budget trip to South Luangwa National Park?
Weather is probably a major factor when you plan your trip to South Luangwa National Park, but bear in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually October and November, with an average temperature of 25°C, while the coldest months are July and June, with an average of 19°C. The rainiest months in South Luangwa National Park are January, February, December and March, with each month seeing an average of 249 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in South Luangwa National Park?
You don't have to spend big to take advantage of things to see and do in South Luangwa National Park. You can budget for the top local attractions on your list, and then fill your itinerary with activities that cost little or nothing at all. If you're looking for places to visit, you can explore South Luangwa National Park.
How can I get to South Luangwa National Park and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in South Luangwa National Park can help keep you on budget. The most convenient airport is Mfuwe (MFU), 18.2 mi (29.2 km) away. South Luangwa National Park might not have many public transport options to choose from so a rental car could be a reasonable alternative to explore more of the area.