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Owned and operated by the Cumings family of Chiawa Camp repute, the concept of Old Mondoro is simple - to provide guests with an authentic, intimate safari that concentrates on the wildlife and bush experience whilst not forgoing any creature comforts or service.
Whilst the luxuries and bush-sophistication of Chiawa Camp are undeniably appealing, guests will also enjoy the "back to the bush" atmosphere of Old Mondoro and so combining these two camps makes for the most rewarding visit to the Lower Zambezi.
That said, Old Mondoro is a destination in its own right that also offers some of the most prolific leopard sightings to be had in Africa – no one could want for more.
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Loading...Appropriately constructed of canvas and natural materials, Old Mondoro has an open and adventurous feel yet provides a perfect retreat after a day filled with excitement in the bush.
- A King size bed (or two singles) draped in mosquito nets and Egyptian cotton linens
- 24 hour lighting supplied by an ingenious “green” 24 volt electricity system
- 24/7 hot and cold water supply the en suite facilities which include indoor flush loo and wash basin and outdoor shower & huge “splash-tub” all overlooking the Zambezi
Each room also has a shaded timber sun deck complete with comfy daybed for relaxation with the very best of views.
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Loading...The Park offers excellent game viewing throughout, with there being more elephant, lion and buffalo activity closer to Chiawa Camp, and Old Mondoro’s area to the east which seems to deliver more frequent leopard and serval sightings, and more plains game such as Zebra and Kudu.
Also on offer at Old Mondoro are
- game drives (day & night)
- canoeing
- game viewing by motor boat
- catch & release fishing for tigerfish with all tackle (conventional and fly) available
The terrain around Old Mondoro is very different from the rest of the Park, which is on higher ground characterised by thicker bush and large inland lagoons. Here, the Park is characterised by vast flood plains and open woodland making for ideal walking and game viewing opportunities. There are some excellent walking areas right out of Camp, and more just a short drive away. It is unquestionably the best walking area in the Lower Zambezi.
Guests have the opportunity and freedom of choice to decide exactly how to fill their days with 3 brilliant pro guides led by one of Zambia’s finest, Levy Farao, who has a knack for finding excellent sightings including an amazing scene of four lions chasing three leopards (yes, 3 allegedly elusive spotted cats) up a tree one morning. Easy going and knowledgeable, Levy makes a safari into the Lower Zambezi’s bush a delight and adventure.
Old Mondoro is also noted for its wild dog sightings as the dogs often den in the vicinity, and was the base for the African Wild Dog Conservation researcher for two years. Conservation Lower Zambezi now monitors the wild dog population on behalf of AWDC whilst the dogs go about their daily business as ever.
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Bookings res@oldmondoro.com General Enquiries info@oldmondoro.com Phone + 260 211 261588 Fax + 260 211 262683 Postal Address PO Box 30972, Lusaka, Zambia Getting there
Old Mondoro is serviced by Jeki Airstrip a short 30 minute game drive from Camp.It is also accessed from Chiawa Camp (or any other Lower Zambezi camp) by motor boat or canoe or a combination of the two however the motor boat transfer is an incredible experience and has been said to be alone worth going to Old Mondoro for
For those wanting a premier Lower Zambezi safari in a small camp with all the comforts and a fabulous guiding team, inside the national park and at an attractive price look no further than Old Mondoro.