An introduction to Lion Camp by Mantis
Mantis is an African borne collection of Boutique Hotels, Eco-Escapes and Waterways which provides guests with rare and Mantis, exceptional experiences. Nurturing Created by Adrian Gardiner, Mantis grew from a humble vision to create travel experiences rarity. where man and nature co-exist sustainably. A hand-picked collection of pristine destinations Adventures unearthed and unique hotels which reflect authenticity, luxury, and sustainability. Conservation focused We believe that in a world of diminishing rarity, Experience focused our duty is to ring the bell for sustainability in the tourism sector and give people access to Celebrating locality life changing experiences. Lion Camp
o Lion Camp is a privately owned safari lodge in Zambia’s South Luangwa National Park. o Located 40km north of the Mfuwe gates, the lodge is far away from the crowded Mfuwe area. Game sightings are more exclusive with few other vehicles. o Our team consists of 5 fully qualified guides with 5 vehicles. Guests enjoy exclusive game viewing with only 4 people per vehicle. o Sustainability is the underlying principle at Lion Camp. The lodge operates on solar power and is one of the first camps in South Luangwa to offset the carbon footprint of their operations. o From great South African estate wines to an outstanding menu, to the furnishings, bedding and amenities, Lion Camp offers understated luxury in one of the best game-viewing areas in Zambia.
Intimate and exclusive
Seasonal experience (15 May – 31 October
10 suites overlooking an oxbow lagoon and plain teeming with wildlife Abundant game viewing including leopard, lion, buffalo, elephant, the largest population of hippo in Africa and over 400 species of birds
Private and communal dining options
Bush dinners for all guests staying 3 or more nights Daily International flights to Lusaka, Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (South African Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, Emirates, Kenya Airways)
Scheduled flights between Lilongwe International Airport and Mfuwe Airport
Complimentary 3 Hour transfer from Mfuwe Airport to Lion Camp; guests are transferred from the airport to the park gate in a closed luxury airconditioned vehicle, from where guests experience a game drive through the park on open game vehicle.
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NDOLA SOUTH LUANGWA NATIONAL PARK
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KAOMA KAFUE NATIONAL MONGU PARK LUSAKA South Luangwa National Park is one of the best places in Africa for an authentic wilderness safari
Mfuwe Airport is the closest airport to the park and to Lion Camp
From Lusaka it is a 70 minute journey – flights go regularly throughout the season with 2 to 3 flights per day guaranteed
Our guides are experienced and welcoming, and will collect guests and their luggage to drive them into camp
Lion Camp is at the northernmost end of the park… a pristine ecosystem, perfectly accessible yet far from the crowd Round House deck with photographic studio
On-site water level game viewing hide
Guest lounge with viewing deck
Dining room & offsite dining boma
Large bar
Firepit
Swimming pool & small exercise facility
Wildlife library
Gift shop
Unfenced camp
2 Deluxe suites in the camp’s prime locations (in 2021, one of the deluxe suites will be converted to a honeymoon suite with a star bed)
8 Luxury suites
Full en-suite bathroom with a view
Outdoor bath (deluxe & honeymoon suite)
Adaptor sockets (local and international including USB) Evening Breeze cooling units
Private deck
Optimal views of the park, allowing game viewing from your suite
Game drives (5 game viewer vehicles with 5 qualified guides)
Early evening sundowner game drives
Special interest safaris
Guided walking safaris
Bird watching
Star gazing