- Lapa (shade, tables and benches)
- Water point (drinking, washing, cooking)
- Shower & toilet block (hot water from wood-fired boiler after 7am)
- Braai area with braai stands, firewood available on-site
- Communal firepit, ignition service available
- Fenced and gated perimeter (campsite itself is a short walk from the gate)
- Washbasins near ablution areas
- Waste bins
About Shambololo
Shambololo is a quiet camping area beside a dam, best for guests who bring their own tent and camping gear. The site is aimed at self-sufficient campers who want firepit evenings, fishing, and nature watching rather than built accommodation.
Imagine waking up to the serene view of a dam stretching out before you, surrounded by lush green grass and shaded by trees. It’s a peaceful spot where you can relax under the lapa, enjoy a braai, and spend lazy afternoons in the shade.
Not available
- No huts, lodges, chalets or built sleeping rooms — this is tent camping only.
- No cooking utensils, pots, pans or plates are provided on site.
- No shop, restaurant or on-site food service is available.
Activities
Fishing · Canoeing · Birdwatching · Cycling · Nature walks · Wildlife viewing · Archery club
Getting there
Shambololo Campsite sits roughly 45 minutes (about 50 km) from Lusaka. Take the Great East Road (T1) south towards Chirundu. After approximately 40–45 minutes, look for the turn-off to Shambololo on the left side of the road — the last 10–15 km are on a graded dirt road. Search “Shambololo Campsite” on Google Maps, or use the map below.
Always contact Clever in advance via WhatsApp to confirm the gate will be open and to get the latest directions.
How to book
- Message Clever on WhatsApp (+260 979 337 931) with your dates and number of campers. He’ll confirm availability and give exact directions.
- Agree on an arrival time. The gate is kept locked, so Clever needs to know when to expect you.
- Pay on arrival. 150 ZMW per person per night, cash only — there is no card machine on site.
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