Mfuwe Lodge, South Luangwa, Zambia

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At a Glance...

Style: Open plan, class, thatched safari lodge

Our opinion: 4 star family friendly lodge

Accommodation: 18 chalets (2 suites, 3 family chalets, 3 double chalets, 10 twin chalets)

And the kids? All ages welcome

Activities: Game drives (day and night); birdwatching; plus (upon request) guided walking safaris and cultural visits to the local village, school and textiles/handicraft market

Season: Open all year round

Highlights: The sight of elephants walking through reception in November

Located within a game rich are of the Mfuwe region of South Luangwa National Park

Mfuwe Lodge is situated in the South Luangwa National Park, which is towards the north-eastern border of Zambia. This lodge is tucked among huge ebony and fig trees on the banks of a tranquil oxbow lagoon. The open plan reception, lounge, dining and bar areas, are under a very high, open sided thatch roof, supported by palm poles, with fireplaces and impressive stone chimneys at opposite ends. This space has an unpretentious atmosphere, with sections of dark wall paint, and rustic wood furnishings. There is a secluded library, with its own viewing deck and another huge deck around the swimming pool, which extends over the lagoon. Authentic African meals are also enjoyed under starlit skies, around the camp fire in the boma.

The 18 large, thatched chalets are privately set apart from each other, along the waters edge. The front and sides of these chalets can be opened onto the private decks, even the en-suite bathrooms can offer an open-air bathing experience. The twin or king beds are surrounded by a curtain of mosquito netting, soft lighting and minimal furnishing. Louver doors lead to the en-suite bathrooms, with double vanities, showers and sunken bath tubs.

As the meandering Luangwa River forms oxbow lagoons all along the Luangwa Valley, the concentrations of wildlife become more intense, allowing for excellent game viewing. You can explore this region on day and night game drives with highly qualified guides. Bird watching and walking safaris are also highlights of this area. Your stay at Mfuwe Lodge includes all meals, game drives and park entry fees.