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Tena Tena Camp is situated in the exclusive Nsefu Sector. The Tena Tena camp sits nestled under a magnificent and thick grove of mahogany trees. This luxury camp in Zambia is on a double tiered river bank.
Each room enjoys its own private view onto a long stretch of the Luangwa River. Tena Tena is synonymous with Robin and was the first camp thath Robin opened and ran.
The South Luangwa National Park marks the end of the Great Rift Valley, one of the last remaining unspoilt wilderness areas and possibly the finest wildlife sanctuary in Africa – a claim which is not an overstatement.
Situated in the exclusive Nsefu Sector Tena Tena camp sits nestled under a magnificent and thick grove of mahogany trees. On a double tiered river bank each room enjoys its own private view onto a long stretch of the Luangwa River.
Tena Tena camp is sandwiched between the river and a complex lagoon system under a magnificent mahogany grove and is a magnet for wildlife and you do not need to go far for some incredible sightings.
Tena Tena camp is small and intimate with a maximum of twelve guests and is run by an experienced team whom are all passionate about their jobs and the level of service that they and the camp provide for the guests on Zambia safari tour.
The Tena Tena Camp
Tena Tena when translated means “temporary home”. This is the feeling that This luxury safari camp in Zambia has tried to emulate throughout. However the camp comes with a twist of luxury and comfort.
The six tents are very private with plenty of space between them. Each has its own window onto a magnificent stretch of the Luangwa River. This is the where the hippos wallow and the lions roam.
The en-suite bathrooms are spacious and open to the elements. They are designed to copy nature with curved walls around the trees. There are simple subtle colors and a view from every facility.
Each tent is specifically located to maximize privacy both in the rooms. The bathrooms and on the verandahs are comfortable sitting areas. They all enjoy excellent views onto the river.
The main area is molded around a large termite mound and mahogany tree. There is an old hippo run adapted into Tena Tena path. This is between the different levels and is shaded by an enormous tent. This is strung up between Leadwood poles.
Tena Tena has plenty of different seating areas. There is space to relax and unwind whilst reflecting on the day’s African safari in Zambia. This is often before sitting down to a beautiful dinner on the banks of the Luangwa. The dinner is often done under the stars and enjoying the sounds of the African safari night.
Accommodation at Tena Tena Camp
The six tents are very private with plenty of space between them and each with its own window onto a magnificent stretch of the Luangwa River where the hippos wallow and the lions roam.
The en-suite bathrooms are spacious and open to the elements, designed to copy nature with curved walls around the trees and simple subtle colours and a view from every facility.
Each tent is specifically located to maximize privacy both in the rooms, bathrooms and on the verandahs with comfortable sitting areas and excellent views onto the river.
Why stay at Tena Tena
The luxury safari camp in Zambia is located in Nsefu sector. This area of the South Luangwa National park boasts one of the more exclusive game drives.
Tena Tena is sandwiched between the river and a complex lagoon system. This is under a magnificent mahogany grove that is a magnet for wildlife. You do not need to go far for some incredible sightings.
This luxury camp in Zambia is small and intimate. It can only take in a maximum of twelve guests. It is run by an experienced team whom are all passionate about their job.
The level of service that they and the camp provide for the guests is extraordinary. The space within the tents allows for increased privacy for the guests.
Every room at Tena Tena camp is specifically designed and located to blend into its environment. This has been done without compromising on the best possible view onto the river.
Tena Tena campis run entirely by solar power. This enables the rooms to have electricity throughout the day and night.
Experiences at Tena Tena Camp
Game drives
We offer options for day or night drives with Toyota Landcruisers with a “window” seat for everyone. All our vehicles have an open top affording you a vision of total 360 degree.
Walking
The walks are led by Tena Tena camp very knowledgeable guides, and escorted by an armed National Park scout. Feel at one with nature and get closer to the action, see the details and signs that the animals leave behind. A vehicle with a canopy can be requested but is subject to availability.
Private Guide/Vehicle
If you prefer to enjoy your activities exclusively, we have the option for you to hire a private guide and vehicle at an extra cost.
Viewing hide
Tena Tena camp is teeming with wildlife and what better way to take advantage of this than by spending some time in the hide which gives you a completely new angle when viewing wildlife.
Seasonal Hide
During the drier part of the year (Late August – October) Tena Tena camp set up the hippo hide, on the river bank overlooking a pod of hippos. This is a popular drinking spot for an array of wildlife too.
Village Tours
A visit to Kawaza Village and the schools from Tena Tena camp is often remembered years later by our guests as the most rewarding part of their visit to Africa. This gives a more holistic experience of the Luangwa Valley.
Wildlife Education Centre
A charitable trust for the school children of the Luangwa Valley to teach them about wildlife and conservation.
Tribal Textiles
For unique locally produced hand-painted textiles, drawing inspiration from the stunning Zambian wildlife and surroundings. A perfect place to buy a souvenir or two of your Zambian experience.
Spa Treatments
Looking for extra relaxation options while you are with us in the wild… There is a mobile spa available at Tena Tena camp at an extra cost in South Luangwa. Our team can arrange this for you.
Wildlife around Tena Tena Camp
South Luangwa is a paradise for wildlife lovers, with game species including elephant, buffalo, hippos, giraffe, leopards, and lions and over 450 species of birds.
Several antelope species are found in large numbers, especially the puku and impala. Also, to be found in huge herds are buffalo and elephants.
Lion, spotted hyena, leopard, and wild dogs are the main predators. Though the park is popularly known as ‘valley of the leopards’, lions are actually more widely and easily seen.
There are 3 species of herbivores which are endemic to the park; there are Crawshay’s zebra (subspecies of the more common plains zebra), Thornicroft’s giraffe (distinguished by its different coloration which is more striking than other species found in the rest of Southern Africa) and Cookson’s wildebeest (slightly smaller than blue wildebeest with slightly reddish bands).
Keen birders are treated to over 450 bird species in the Luangwa. The Emerald Season is perfect time to see the most species, as the migratory birds are around.
Huge breeding colony of yellow-billed storks are a highlight during this season in our Nsefu Sector. Then later in the year from about September to end October/November, there is the carmine bee-eater nesting along the riverbanks of the Luangwa – an amazing and colourful site to be seen.
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