Reviews of Pioneer Camp

"Stayed for a transfer night.

Reliable pick-up, 20min or so transfer to the camp, nice dinner and a good rest before starting the safari trip." See all these reviews: 13n in Zambia

"We were slightly hesitant about staying at Pioneer Camp because of the recent mixed reviews. However we need not of worried because things had improved. The airport pick up went smoothly.

The new camp staff seemed to work as a team and communication was good. The food was much better than on previous visits.

It remains a good place for a one night stay outside Lusaka. It’s shame that it usually feels eerily empty and this time was no exception." See all these reviews: 13n in Zambia

"A very comfortable, quiet place to spend our last day before travelling back to the UK.

The staff were extremely friendly and helpful, and the food was superb.

And due to the lateness of our flight they were kind enough to let us remain in our chalet until the time to leave for the airport, instead of the usual 10 am checkout." See all these reviews: 19n in Zambia

"A good staging post only 35/40 minutes from the airport - though some of the route is on 15 minutes of really dreadful dirt road, worse than some in Luangwa." See all these reviews: 12n in Zambia

"My experience was better than last time as they did at least remember to pick me up from the airport this time, but that's still a pretty low bar.

I had the same room as last time, the hot water is still impossible to use.
A cold shower might be OK in October, but I think this will be my last stay at Pioneer." See all these reviews: 15n in Zambia

"We had heard poor reports of Pioneer camp from fellow guests at the other camps, however, we were pleasantly surprised by the room (clean, tastefully furnished, shower worked well, comfortable bed).

Service was exceptionally helpful, the staff went out of their way to ensure the City Tour interchange worked well and were very helpful with letting me use their laptop to check in online to our return flight when I failed on my phone. (Something Old Mondoro could not help us with.)

We would recommend Pioneer for an overnight stay to any traveller." See all these reviews: 11n in Zambia

"A one night stopover on our way to South Luangwa.

A pleasant place to spend time, all of the staff were very welcoming. The spacious chalet accommodation was very comfortable, unfortunately it proved impossible to balance the shower output so we ended up having cold showers, not too onerous in the heat.

The food was OK but limited in choice. The birdlife was good so we were able to while away the time before our onward flight sitting on the veranda identifying them." See all these reviews: 11n in Zambia

"This was a perfect place to chill after a long journey from UK and while waiting for the following day’s flight to Mfuwe.

Although on the outskirts of Lusaka, it had the feel of being in the bush and our chalet was much like a typical chalet in a game reserve (though obviously minus the animals).

There would not be much to do for a period longer than a night unless you had your own vehicle.

Very relaxing vibe, friendly staff and great food. A perfect way to start off the trip." See all these reviews: 9n in Zambia; 6n in Malawi

"We would rate the location higher if you are planning to depart from Lusaka airport. However, we were planning to travel to Kafue NP via a road transfer which effectively meant a 5 hour journey rather than 4 hours.

On a positive note the staff were both friendly and very helpful, when our transfer driver failed to arrive at 06:00am for the road transfer. He eventually arrived at 09:30am (car trouble)! The Camp grounds are pleasant and the swimming pool area is good.

In summary, the Camp is rustic and is in need of some refurbishment." See all these reviews: 15n in Zambia

"Convenient place to stay overnight while waiting for domestic flight the following day.

Pleasant enough.

Don't really remember the meal, hence average rating." See all these reviews: 12n in Zambia