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Lumbe Pools offers a truly unique Zambezi River experience in the heart of Barotseland.

We want you to experience something special when you visit our camp in Barotseland! It’s everything we know you will love from a visit to the Zambezi with the added ‘wow’ of our magic little secret, the Lumbe River! Right from the outset, we wanted Lumbe Pools to be different – in the best way. 

Found out below makes us DIFFERENT to other camps on the Zambezi?

What makes us different?

Open-Air Chalets

Our chalets are open to the river from all corners – our beds, our chairs, the shower, the bath and even the toilet! It’s so much better when you can hear the river, smell the wilderness and feel the breezes.

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What makes us different?

Experience 2 different rivers from one location

Lumbe Pools camp is situated on the banks of not just one river, but two completely different but equally beautiful rivers. The magic and pristine Lumbe and the mighty Zambezi.

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What makes us different?

“Beach” & River Activities

We offer different things – beach boule, freshwater snorkelling, drift based tiger fishing, the Sioma Falls, beach golf and much more.

ACTIVITIES ON OFFER
Lumbe pools accommodation

What can you expect to find in your chalet?

Our open-air chalets are situated overlooking the Zambezi and have a very “open air” feel. Our rooms can be configured as twins or kings and are all en-suite. All bathrooms have showers, double sinks and flush toilets and 2 of the bathrooms have freestanding baths. Lumbe Pools is best experienced by one or two families or a group of friends. 

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LUMBE ACTIVITIES

Tiger fishing at Lumbe Pools

Tiger fishing is one of our most popular activities and definitely a major attraction. We are located in the famous Barotseland province and we are the only permanent camp on our section of the Upper Zambezi River between the Kaale Rapids and the Sioma Falls. That means you will have about 40kms of Zambezi mostly to yourselves!

TIGER FISHING PACKAGES

What else is on offer at Lumbe Pools?

Lumbe Pools is not just about the rooms and the fishing! It’s a place to relax and take in the magic around you.

The Rosewood Lookout is something special – overlooking the confluence and great place to grab a book and a drink and relax.

Relax on our beach loungers or under gazebos on private beaches next to the pools.

Our main area has a lounge, fire pit and a well stocked bar to relax around and is situated on the high point of the peninsula.

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Photos from Lumbe Pools on the Upper Zambezi River in Barotseland, Zambia.

See a mixture of photos from around Lumbe below

LOCATION & TRAVEL LOGISTICS

How do you get to Lumbe Pools?

Commercial flight + road transfer

We can arrange this for you. You will need to fly to Kasane or Livingstone (FLYSAFAIR) and then we can arrange a road transfer from either airport to to the west bank to camp.

commercial + Private Charter

Fly commercially to Livingstone and then we can arrange a private charter to fly you to our nearest airstrip. We will then collect you from there.

Self-Drive into camp

This is very doable via Katima Mulilo or coming down from Mongu. We can provide directions and safe parking on the west bank of the Zambezi where we will collect you.

each option in more detail here

What some our guests have said about their visit in 2024...

Thanks to everyone who visited Lumbe in 2024! We look forward to welcoming some of you back and to all our new guests who will be visiting us in our little corner of Zambezi paradise. 

"Exceptional! You all are amazing and we loved every minute of our stay! We will definately be back!"

Michell Haarhoff

July 2024

"This is an "Above and beyond" fishing camp experience. We loved our stay and we will be back!"

Tim Cumming

July 2024

"Fantastic service and activities! It was a memorable adventure celebrating my dad's 70th! Hospitality 110%."

Tarryn Graham

July 2024

"What an amazing place! Would definately recomend it to others and would like to come back again in the future."

Jamie Gous

August 2024

"The most amazing setting in the heart of africa that will take your breath away."

Josh H

August 2024

"An incredible experience made even more memorable by an outstanding team - well done guys. You were awesome."

Nick Wiltshire

August 2024

"Really enjoyed our stay from the camp site to sioma falls and down to the lodge with fishing all the way. World class! "

Jo Swart

September 2024

"This was our first tiger fishing experience for most of us and it has set the standard for all future trips. Thanks for having us in your special part of Africa!"

FP Tour

September 2024

"Our family of 14 had such a blast! Lots of fishing and eating. The service was excellent. Thank you!"

Wendy & Mike

July 2024

"A magnificent retreat, exsquisite surroundings and the most wonderful people who have made our stay an exceptional one. Thank you!

Sandy C

August 2024

"By the end of our trip we had caught 11 monster tiger fish, we caught plenty of laughs, a sunburn and a serious love of the place. Take my word for it, you will love every moment"

Daniel Bezuidenthout

August 2024

"We had such a magnificent stay here at Lumbe. Thoroughly enjoyed the fishing, the varied waters, the natural beauty as well. The staff were exceptional!

Petrus Gous

August 2024

"Many thanks to the entire team for treating us like Royalty. Sioma Falls was beautiful, an absoute highlight. Look forward to seeing you all again.

SHarmila

October 2024

"Lumbe Team, well done we had a fantastic 4 days. The fishing was productive with fish coming into the boat regularly. We would certinaly love to visit again.

Peter & Denise Latter

October 2024

"Jan Horn was here and he will be coming back as soon as is possible!!!!!! ;-) "

Jan Horn

October 2024

DATES & SEASONS

Lumbe Pools Camp is open from 15 March - 10 January

You can visit Lumbe Pools between March and January but keep in mind that some of the activities will be better experienced at certain times of the year. Chat to us about what type of experience you're looking for and we can recommend when the best time to go would be.

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Three exciting Lumbe Pools packages coming in 2025!

Not quite ready to enquire with us? That's not a problem, we don't want to rush you! But before you go, why not download this FREE pdf to see what exciting packages we have in store for 2025? 

Guest Reviews

An amazing week! I am looking forward to coming back and seeing how this camp develops over the next few years! This is the start of something truly special on the Zambezi

mike gretzi
August 2023

Thank you for an amazing time! You made me feel so special from the minute I arrived here, I will return and bring my friends and family back to experience this beauty.

Elsie Bodington
August 2023

What an incredible week! Thanks for the Lumbe team for an amazing few days o the Zambezi. Great fun, great people and great fishing. We will be back!

Tim Botha
August 2023

Thank you to everyone involved for a wonderful few days fishing and enjoying the upper Zambezi. Weather was not on our side but we had some lifetime experiences. I will be back!

Will Lotter
September 2023

To Ilze, Karl and all the wonderful staff - Thank you for a wonderful week of fishing, eating and amazing outings.

Ann & Pete
September 2023

Please note that camping is not permitted at Lumbe Pools. 

EVERWILD group

Lumbe is a part of the Everwild Group. Find out who Everwild is and what other camps are members here.

location & logistics

Lumbe is located 30km from Sioma Falls and 300km from Livingstone.  

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