Tena Tena Camp – accommodation and facilities
Nothing compares to the thrill of sleeping under canvas in the African bush, and there is no more special place to do it than at Tena Tena located in the South Luangwa National Park, the first tented camp in not only the South Luangwa valley but also Zambia. Stylish and intimate, Tena Tena has just five large luxury tents pitched along the edge of a water hole.
Inside, the tents are spacious and decorated in rich tones from Arabia. The Persian rugs, hand-dyed Indian cotton bedspreads and Bedouin cushions create a simple, homely feel. Walk through the tent and you will find a private dressing room that leads into a unique open-air bathroom with separate toilet, shower and sink. The shower overlooks the water hole, so you can shower in the mornings while watching elephants drinking 30 yards away – an incredible experience!
It is even possible to view game from the comfort of your bed with the side of the tent rolled up. Or you can sit quietly on your verandah, sipping a cool drink, watching families of warthogs wallowing in the mud and elephants munching on the winterthorn pods.
The camp enjoys a perfect setting, shaded beneath a grove of mahogany trees. Under one of the trees is a simple bar area. Other trees provide shade for al-fresco dining. You can also sit in comfortable armchairs and sofas positioned along the banks of the Luangwa River and enjoy long afternoons of lazy game viewing and bird watching.
