Mfuwe Lodge

South Luangwa National Park, Zambia

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Stay at Mfuwe Lodge

Ease yourself into Luangwa life with a stay at the award-winning Mfuwe Lodge. Set inside the park, just five minutes drive from the main gate, the lodge’s allure is instantly obvious. Beneath a canopy of ebony and mahogany, its thatched buildings are arranged around the banks of two lagoons where an endless stream of wildlife will keep you enthralled as you lounge on the open deck or take a dip in the swimming pool. The airy interior of the lodge is an exquisite complement to its natural surroundings.

This region of the park is renowned for its prolific game; giraffe, hippos, buffalo, antelope, and crocodile are constant visitors to Mfuwe Lodge’s lagoon, whilst in November the local elephants regularly wander right through the lobby, lured by a nearby wild mango tree. Whether you stay overnight, or just have lunch en route to a Bushcamp, Mfuwe Lodge’s relaxed charm and enviable surroundings make it the perfect stopover. Voted Best Lodge in Zambia in 2009 Mfuwe Lodge also offers you the chance to relax at its Bush-Spa or buy a few mementos

of your time in Zambia at the curio shop.

Scattered along two lagoons’ shady banks lie 18 thatched chalets from which you can enjoy your own private piece of Africa. Secluded covered verandas look out over wallowing hippo and thirsty game in the lagoons, while the comfortable sitting rooms and en-suite bathrooms with panoramic walk-in showers are the perfect place to wind down.

The game-viewing potential at Mfuwe Lodge and the surrounding area is second-to-none. Walking safaris can be arranged on request, but the majority of outings are game drives, allowing guests to explore as much of this prolific region of the Luangwa Valley as possible. Drives are led by the experienced team of guides, setting out at first light, and then again in the late afternoon when the wildlife is at its most active. After sundowners, spotlights are used to pick out a new cast of nocturnal creatures.

Why we love it

Award-winning safari lodge set in the most prolific game area of the South Luangwa
In November the local elephants regularly wander right through the lobby
Mfuwe Lodge also offers you the chance to relax at its Bush-Spa

Facilities

Swimming Pool

Spa

Restaurant

Bar / Lounge

Experiences

Walking Safari

Giraffe, buffalo and antelope are constant visitors to Mfuwe Lodge's Lagoon, making the walking safaris at Mfuwe Lodge a unique experience.

Game Drives

Set out at first light with a team of expert guides, and then again in the late afternoon when the animals are the most active in the cooler hours.

Night Drives

After some refreshing sundowners in the African bush, head out with a spotlight to catch nocturnal animals waking up from their slumber.

Birdwatching

With two lagoons surrounded by ebony, mahogany and mango trees, Mfuwe Lodge is perfect for spotting spectacular birds, either from the comfort of the open deck or on a guided birdwatching tour.

Bush Spa

Discover the true meaning of relaxation at an award winning bush spa, where you can relax with a Zambian foot massage or a dip in a herbal jacuzzi overlooking the lagoon.

Cultural Visits

Take a break from your safari experience to visit a local community, where you can explore the school and visit the handicraft market.

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Will Greenwood

The team at True Travel had a simple brief: to send us on the world’s best family safari. As soon as our boat headed down the Zambezi, it all kicked off; we passed a herd of hippos, a lazy crocodile and a giraffe drinking nonchalantly on the riverbank. A magical experience from beginning to end. Nothing was too much trouble and if we had any issue that needed resolving, there was always someone on hand to do this. Before and after, they were off the charts – simply an awesome team.