Overview
Enjoy a luxury safari in one of the wildest parks in Southern Africa. The Baines River Camp, named after naturalist and explorer Thomas Baines.
It is located on the northern shores of the Zambesi in the beautiful Lower Zambia National Park. Explore the desert with safaris, river cruises, canoe safaris or even fishing trips.
A wide range of safari activities lets you explore one of Africa’s wildest areas. The quiet environment, intimate atmosphere, and the luxurious explorer suites make this colonial safari campsite the perfect place for an unforgettable vacation or business trip.
A comfortable sofa in the veranda of your suite invites you to get up, relax and enjoy the breathtaking views of Africa’s fourth largest river.
With just 12 luxurious suites, the campsite offers impeccable and personalized service, an excellent restaurant with superb facilities.
The lodge also has safari workshops, offering photography, bird watching and fly fishing, which can be a great way to experience this extraordinary environment.
Highlights
- Excellent location in big game country
- Superb game viewing & bird watching
- Game drives, river cruises & canoe safaris
- Fascinating safari workshops
- Flexible dining & fine cuisine
- Excellent beauty & massage treatments
- Same-day laundry service at no extra cost
More Information
Location
Zambia, Lower Zambezi
Type of Accommodation
Lodge
Comfort Level
Luxury
Facilities
Enjoy the spectacular views of the Zambesi River from the Selous Bar, lounge, dining room and 11-meter pool.
Get around the fireplace located in the open space every night and go to the safari game watching in the day. In cooler nights, look for comfort next to the bar and lounge fireplaces.
You can take a book from the library from the Boardroom, which also offers a quiet place to check your e-mails. Relax with a massage or beauty treatments in your suite or veranda.
General Facilities
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Beauty or wellness therapist
- Laundry service
- Swimming Pool
Dining
Meals at the Baines River Camp are at your disposal and will be served according to your schedule and preferences.
You do not even have to eat in the camp; there are picnic spots for breakfast or lunch, so you can enjoy your meals at your safari or even take a boat trip. Dinner is an informal experience that you can enjoy on the veranda with other guests in the open-air dining room or alfresco.
Choose your starter dishes, main course meal, and dessert prepared by the talented chef Crispin and Titus. If you want something completely different, talk to the staff about your preferences, and they would see it fit to provide it to you.
Rooms
Junior Suite
The Baines River Camp offers eight classic safari style suites, each named after another African explorer and offering magnificent views of the Zambesi River.
The suites feature a comfortable terrace with comfortable outdoor furniture, with attached bathroom with walk-in shower, walk-in closet, and a king-size bed or twin beds. Two of the suites have an outdoor shower.
All suites feature air conditioning, ceiling fans, cotton linens, duvets and pillows, a minibar, tea and coffee making facilities, a safe and even a hairdryer.
Room Amenities
Junior Suite AMENITIES
- Air conditioning
- En-suite shower only
- Fan
- Mini bar
- Outdoor area
- Safe in room
- Tea & coffee-making facilities
- Twin bed available
Activities
- Boat excursions
- Canoeing
- Fishing
- Game drives
- River cruises
- Guided walking safaris
- Bird watching
- Fly fishing
