On the banks of the Luangwa River, Nsefu marks the spot where tourism first arrived in Zambia. The camp originally opened in 1951 and, although carefully renovated in the late 1990s, it retains an air of the early pioneers. Nsefu enjoys exquisite views of ebony groves and lagoon systems, where the wildlife viewing is exceptional. The birdlife is prolific, with one of Zambia's largest breeding colonies of yellow-billed storks (best viewed in May and June). The nearby saltpans also provide a breeding ground for crowned cranes.

The remote setting means that guests can take private walking safaris, game drives and night drives - or simply relax and unwind in the camp, soaking up the beauty and tranquility of the park, and spotting wildlife at the water hole. With just six traditional African houses, or rondavels, the camp is set within the Nsefu Sector, a pristine area of the South Luangwa National Park that is rich in wildlife and far from the intrusive view of outsiders.