Lion Camp is entering a new chapter where sustainability and conservation are at the heart of everything we do.

New Lion Camp is being built on a similar footprint, with elevated decking as before.

One of our key investments is to use Rhinowood, one of the most sustainable natural wood building materials available.

We are spreading out our rooms to create more privacy, and introducing two new ‘suites’ to maximise the prime positions.

Our rooms will retain the essential ‘tree house’ aesthetic, with canvas walls and thatch roof, but with even more comfort – Evening Breeze cooling units will be installed over the beds. In addition, our new water filtration system will ensure crystal clear pressurised showers and solar will provide all our power.

The main area will have additional space and more light. As before, the hub of camp will be a well stocked bar and our redesigned boma will be a draw for chilly mornings and for sharing after dinner stories around the fire. The pool remains a central feature of the large front deck which provides a perfect game viewing platform whilst also appealing to both day-time sun worshippers and night-time star gazers.

The bright acid colours of the soft furnishings will be replaced with a palette of bush colours and a little twist that will surprise our first set of visitors … before news spreads.

To make this renovation possible, our dedicated team of Zambians have swapped their uniforms and aprons for work suits, they are building this camp – adapting to new challenges and learning plenty of new skills along the way. We salute each and every one of them for the amazing job they are doing.