OLD MONDORO

Lower Zambezi National Park | Zambia

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HIGHLIGHTS

WHAT WE LOVE

Built right on the banks of the Zambezi River

No Wi-Fi for a complete digital detox

Watching elephants pass from the outdoor tub

WHEN TO VISIT

CONSERVATION & COMMUNITY

Carbon neutrality
Emissions are offset with BioCarbon Partners, which operates forestry programmes in the park

Zambia Wildlife Authority
Provide assistance in maintaining the park’s access roads and airfields, and conserving wildlife

Conservation Lower Zambezi
Assisting anti-poaching patrols and conservation programmes

Zambia Carnivore Program
Monitoring all sightings of wild dogs for ZCP

Green operations
Use biodegradable amenities, eco-briquettes, grey water and low-energy light bulbs. Elimination of plastic bottles and two-stroke outboard motors on boats for lower fuel consumption and noise

Community support
Provision of school uniforms, stationery and sport equipment for Aids orphans and healthcare supplies to surrounding communities

Pack For A Purpose
Co-ordinating school, art, medical, sport and hygiene supplies for nearby villages

OVERVIEW

It’s rare to find a place in the world without any Internet connection but Old Mondoro is that rare – and thus very special – place in Lower Zambezi National Park. Named after a white lion that once lived here (‘mondoro’ means lion in Goba), this is a simple camp built in the Faidherbia Forest on the Zambezi River.

The chalets are comfortable and meals are taken outdoors with views of the river. The wildlife is free to wander through as they please – elephants have been known to sneak a sip from the outdoor bathtubs! Fun activities include paddling through the channels looking for southern carmine bee-eaters, boating on the Zambezi with hippos and elephants, and nature walks with highly experienced guides.