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Potato Bush Camp

from $1,430 per person per night for 2026/27

A sister property to Sausage Tree Camp, this is a charming tented camp!
Potato Bush Camp

This is a charming bush camp in the heart of the Lower Zambezi National Park. The camp can accommodate a total of 12 people which means it has a cosy and intimate ambiance. The rooms each have a private plunge pool, private verandas and well-appointed bathrooms which makes for a very comfortable stay.

Luxurious but also have an authentic safari feel

The rooms are set further back from the river

About the location

Potato Bush Camp is located in the central area of the park. It is approximately one and a half hours to the camp from Jeki airstrip and this journey can be taken by driving or a combination of driving and boating.

The location offers an ease of safari activities including walking safaris, day game drives, night game drives (with sundowners to start the drive), canoeing, fishing and boat safaris.

Do see Parks & Regions on this page.

camp Layout

The whole camp is linked with raised timber walkways, connecting the main area and each bedroom easily. Potato Bush Camp has three safari tents and a two-bedroom family house so in total, the camp can accommodate approximately 12 people.

The main area is a combination of solid walls and floor with a large tented roof. A comfortable lounge area, a small book collection and a bar are all under the tent which makes for a cosy space.

Do see our new Potato Bush Camp Picture Gallery further down this page.

Potato Bush Camp Accomodation

The rooms are very spacious but at the same time, still manage to maintain a cosy and authentic feel. The four-poster bed is to the right of the door as you walk in, and in front of that is a sofa and coffee table to relax in. On the other side of the bed is a dining area and an open plan bathroom.

Each tent has its own private plunge pool, veranda and outdoor seating area (with huge hammocks or bean bags) which are perfect for a midday siesta.

Do see Best Safaris & Holidays on this page.

Wildlife & Activities at Potato Bush Camp

The location offers an ease of safari activities including walking safaris, day game drives, night game drives (with sundowners to start the drive), canoeing, fishing and boat safaris.

Something that is unique to Potato Bush Camp is that they offer lunches out on the shallow parts in the river; they set up a table and chairs and as you eat your lunch, your feet are dipped into the Zambezi River!

Don’t miss our Potato Bush Camp Wildlife Guide on this page.

How to book Potato Bush Camp

Please call us on the usual USA +1-917-336-2937 or email info@theafricaspecialists.com to check availability, best prices and what adventures you have in mind. We can plan and arrange it all for you and have been for over 20 years!

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Potato Bush Camp Highlights

Just some of the highlights of this hand-picked Lower Zambezi National Park camp. Do call us direct for any other details or to help with planning and logistics.

Luxury Accommodation

3 safari tents & a 2-bedroom family house

4WD Drive Game Safaris

day game drives & night game drive options

Boating

River cruises, fishing & walking safari options

Open Lounge Area

A comfortable lounge area

Infinity Pool

each room includes a private plunge pool

Private Restaurant

private dining available

Please go to either of our Tailormade Safari Trips pages to see a lot more safari trips, ideas and budgets.

What kind of wildlife should you expect to find around Potato Bush Camp for 2026/27?

For 2026/27, we expect you’ll be able to find the following wildlife around the Potato Bush Camp bearing in mind the quality of guiding, budgets, time of year and duration of stay all affect your chances of finding or seeing any of the following outstanding wildlife that dwell in this part of the Lower Zambezi National Park…

Don't miss our full Africa Wildlife Guide right here.

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This itinerary combines fantastic camps in the Lower Zambezi National Park and then onto the South Luangwa National Park. You can enjoy safaris on the water, in open-sided vehicles and on foot… More…

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What are the other best camps in Lower Zambezi National Park for 2026/27?

We highly recommend the following camps for Lower Zambezi National Park for 2026/27. These are all tried and tested by The Africa Specialists™ so don’t hesitate to call us with any queries over them or to check availability.

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When is the best time to stay at Potato Bush Camp in 2026/27?

Generally speaking, as the Potato Bush Camp is in Lower Zambezi National Park, we recommend booking stays here with us any time on the following timescales — depending on your preferences and wildlife/safari viewing plans — but if you want to avoid peak season or aim to get the timing “just right” then do call us any time to check your plans, costs and best options for a fantastic Potato Bush Camp stay in the 2026/27 season…

January fair

February fair

March mixed

April mixed

May mixed

June great

July best

August amazing

September great

October still good

November fair

December fair

Don’t miss our full When to Visit zambia guide on our main zambia page.

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Location

Potato Bush Camp is located in the central area of the park. It is approximately one and a half hours to the camp from Jeki airstrip and this journey can be taken by driving or a combination of driving and boating. The location offers an ease of safari activities including walking safaris, day game drives, night game drives (with sundowners to start the drive), canoeing, fishing and boat safaris.

Layout

The whole camp is linked with raised timber walkways, connecting the main area and each bedroom easily. Potato Bush Camp has three safari tents and a two-bedroom family house so in total, the camp can accommodate approximately 12 people. The main area is a combination of solid walls and floor with a large tented roof. A comfortable lounge area, a small book collection and a bar are all under the tent which makes for a cosy space.

Rooms

The rooms are very spacious but at the same time, still manage to maintain a cosy and authentic feel. The four-poster bed is to the right of the door as you walk in, and in front of that is a sofa and coffee table to relax in. On the other side of the bed is a dining area and an open plan bathroom. Each tent has its own private plunge pool, veranda and outdoor seating area (with huge hammocks or bean bags) which are perfect for a midday siesta.

Activities

The location offers an ease of safari activities including walking safaris, day game drives, night game drives (with sundowners to start the drive), canoeing, fishing and boat safaris. Something that is unique to Potato Bush Camp is that they offer lunches out on the shallow parts in the river – they set up a table and chairs and as you eat your lunch, your feet are dipped into the Zambezi River!

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