Location & Travel Logistics

See below for directions to Lumbe Pools

Lumbe Pools camp is located on the eastern bank of the Zambezi River, 30km from Sioma Falls and approximately 300km from Livingstone.

Despite its remote location, Lumbe Pools is accessible through a couple of transportation options. For details on how to get to Lumbe, see graphic below:

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There are 3 ways of getting to Lumbe Pools:

Decide on which option would be best suited to you:

1

Fly to Livingstone

Fly commercially to Livingstone and we can book the road transfer from the airport to camp (drive time is approx 4.5 hours).

*Flysafair offer the most affordable flights from JHB – LIV*

2

Fly to Kasane

You can fly commercially to Kasane and we book the road transfer from the airport into camp (drive time is approx 4 hours).

3

Private Charter

The quickest, most seemless option.We will arrange for a private charter to fly you from Livingstone to our nearest airstrip. We will collect you from there and transport you into camp.

The fourth option, which is not mentioned above is to drive yoursevles 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

If you need accommodation in Vic Falls 0r Livingstone , have a look at our other property: Taita Falcon Lodge situated 10km from the Falls

Frequently Asked Questions

Before booking or travelling to Lumbe, you may have a few questions. We have tried our best to answer a few below, but if you have any more queries, please feel free to send us an email.

DO I NEED A VISA TO ENTER ZAMBIA?

SADC visitors do not need a VISA to enter Zambia and Zambia has recently dropped VISA entry requirements for many international passport holders. Please enquire with us about your country’s VISA status to enter Zambia.

It is your responsibility to ensure your passport is valid for up to 6 months AFTER your departure date and has at least 2 spare blank pages.

DO I NEED TO BOOK MY OWN FLIGHT?

No, we can book your flight for you – just let us know in the booking process and we can take it from there.

DO I NEED TO ARRANGE MY OWN ROAD TRANSFER?

No, we can arrange the road transfer for you. We work with experienced road transfer companies who will assist with border crossings. The meeting point with our team is a designated parking area on the west bank of the Zambezi. From here it is a 5 minute boat ride into camp.

approximate TRAVEL DISTANCES?

FROM LIVINGSTONE – Current timeframe is 5 – 5.5hrs. (We do NOT recommend this route due to the condition of the road.)

FROM KABULA AIRSTRIP (charters only) – About 30 mins.

FROM KASANE AIRPORT/KASANE TOWN –
Kasane Airport to Ngoma border post (45 – 60 mins)
Ngoma border post to Katima border post (90 mins including border crossing)
Katima border post to Lumbe parking bay (120 mins including border crossing)

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!

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Location & Travel Logistics

Lumbe Pools camp is located on the eastern bank of the Zambezi River, 30km from Sioma Falls and approximately 300km from Livingstone.

There are 3 ways of getting to Lumbe Pools:

1

Fly to Livingstone

2

Fly to Kasane

3

Private Charter

If you need accommodation in Vic Falls 0r Livingstone , have a look at our other property: Taita Falcon Lodge situated 10km from the Falls

Frequently Asked Questions

DO I NEED A VISA TO ENTER ZAMBIA?

DO I NEED TO BOOK MY OWN FLIGHT?

DO I NEED TO ARRANGE MY OWN ROAD TRANSFER?

approximate TRAVEL DISTANCES?

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

DATES & SEASONS

Lumbe Pools Camp is open from 15 March - 10 January

Three exciting Lumbe Pools packages coming in 2025!

Guest Reviews

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Tim Botha

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EVERWILD group

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