Olimba is tucked beneath expansive ebony trees with a spectacular view of the Luangwa river and a wildlife rich lagoon just a few hundred metres to the east of camp. Four chalets built from a combination of canvas and thatch (including king and twin configuration flexibility) can accommodate up to 8 guests. The chalets are very comfortable with running water, fans, solar power and ensuite facilities with an indoor and outdoor shower option open to the stars and views of the bush.

Olimba Camp is situated on the northern boundary of the Nsefu Sector. The camp has been named after the legendary leopard, Olimba, a beautiful feline that has been the star of many a guest safari and documentary including BBC's Kingdom. The site was previously used as an exclusive film camp for the BBC's ambitious nature documentary which was created over several years.

The camp can be reached by air from Mfuwe Airstrip to Lukusi Airstrip (15 minutes flight time followed by a 30-minute vehicle transfer), or by vehicle from Mfuwe Airstrip with a transfer time of approximately two hours.

The camp offers excellent chances of seeing leopard, lion, hyena, buffalo, elephant, hippo, crocodile, giraffe, kudu, zebra, impala and even the odd wild dog. There are few places in Africa where more crocodile and hippo can be seen than in the Luangwa River.

A carmine bee-eater bird hide is erected on the banks of the Luangwa around the beginning/middle of September until the end of October, offering excellent opportunities to photograph these wonderful creatures.

Guests usually come across elephant, buffalo, kudu, puku, giraffe, impala, the odd hyena, lion and even leopard while out on walks. A herd of buffalo swelling to some 1000 animals during the dry season lives in the area.

Thornicroft's giraffe, Cookson's wildebeest and Crawshay's zebra are unique to South Luangwa National Park.

The camp offers game drives in an open 4x4 vehicle, walks with armed rangers and night drives. Guests may also wish to visit Mkasanga Village, where the owners have provided a school and clinic for its residents.

Olimba Camp can be used as a starting point to visit the company's bush camps (Big Lagoon Camp and Chikoko Tree Camp). The transfer from Olimba Camp to the Trails Camps is planned as a morning activity. Guests cross the nearby Luangwa River before embarking upon a relatively easy walk through the landscape, while the guide explains interesting facts about the surrounding flora and fauna. The camp is reached around 11 am and encounters with large game are possible.

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