Mpala Jena Camp

The camp epitomizes ‘barefoot luxury’ with playfully scalloped thatched roofs, soft sand floors and a beach bar overlooking the pool and river. A cool, calming colour palette compliments light natural textures and sets the scene for slow, in-the-moment living. The tented guest suites, nestled in the shade of large Sausage and Jackalberry trees are generously appointed. The three double/twin bed suites, plus the two 2-bedroom family suites, are under sand coloured, flowing canvas, with canopy ceilings and open (yet netted) views of the river frontage. Each beautifully decorated suite has a shaded veranda area and en-suite bathroom facilities, including an indoor shower, separate loo, and double basins. The highlight of the suites is the outdoor bathrooms with a beautiful bathtub and outdoor shower. Decking in front of the tent leads to views of the Zambezi River’s calming and peaceful flowing waters. Mpala Jena was created with a strong sustainability ethos and runs entirely off solar plant and battery. Building materials and design elements were specified and sourced with a clear vision of minimizing embodied energy and transportation miles.