Amalinda Lodge

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RATING:

LANGUAGES:

English

TYPE:

Accommodation

SPECIAL INTERESTS:

Adventure

Birding

Cycling

Flora

Gourmet

Hiking

History & Culture

Indigenous Culture / Art

Leisure

Nature

Relaxation

Star Gazing

Wildlife

Wine

PROPERTY FACILITIES:

24-hour Security

Bar

Battery Charging Facilities

Communal Dining

Eco Friendly

Internet Access (Paid)

Laundry Service (Available)

Library

Malaria Free

Mobile Connectivity

Pool

Private Vehicle Available

Secure Parking

Spa

ROOM FACILITIES:

Balcony / Deck

Bath

Dressing Gowns

En-Suite

Fan

Fridge

Hair Dryer

Heater

Laundry Facilities

Laundry Service (Available)

Lounge Area

Mini Bar

Mosquito Nets

Outside Shower

Pure Cotton Linen

Safe

Sala

Shower

Smoking Rooms

Tea / Coffee

Verandah

AVAILABLE SERVICES:

Airport Shuttle (Available)

Babysitting Service

Credit Card

ACTIVITIES ON SITE:

Bird Watching

Game Drives

Game Viewing

Game Walks

Gourmet Picnic

Massages

Natural History Tours

Rhino Tracking

Safaris

Walks (Guided)

Walks (Self Guided)

Wildlife Tours

ACTIVITIES OFF SITE:

Animal Encounters

Bird Watching

Child Friendly Activities

Cultural Tours

Cycling

Game Drives

Game Viewing

Game Walks

General Sightseeing

Hiking

Historical Tours

Massages

Mountain Biking

Museums

Natural History Tours

Rhino Tracking

Rock Climbing

Safaris

Walks (Guided)

Walks (Self Guided)

Wildlife Tours

FRIENDLY:

Business

Children

Honeymoon

Leisure

Luxury

Romance

Vegetarian

Weddings

GUIDANCE:

Game Drive (Max 9 pax)

Honeymoon Suite Available

Private Game Drive Vehicle Available

Private Restaurant Dining

Seasonal Activities

Triple for Adult Available

Triple for Children Available

Description

Includes: meals, local drinks, 2 activities a day, park fees, conservation & community levy and laundry.
Excludes: premium drinks
Activities: day & night game drives, bicycle rides and cultural tours

Amalinda Lodge is situated just outside Bulawayo, the second largest city in Zimbabwe and is nestled in the granite domes and kopjes of the Matobo Hills and has some of the most majestic rock scenery in the world. This exclusive safari lodge is tucked away in an ancient Bushman’s shelter within the Matobo National Park. Amalinda Lodge echoes the essence of tranquillity and the majesty of untamed Africa.

Amalinda Lodge consists of nine individually thatched rooms including two honeymoon suites, which are set into the huge boulders and have a panoramic view of the Matobo Hills. The lodge has a central area with a library, a chess room located amongst the treetops, and an open-air dining room with a huge teak table. There is a natural cave wine cellar, and a “boma” area with a fireplace. The lodge has a swimming pool overlooking a waterhole where resident wildlife comes to drink, and a heritage spa.

Mammal and bird species are prolific and include the highest concentrations of leopard and black eagle in the world, as well as a healthy population of the endangered black rhino. Activities include game viewing by foot or vehicle. You can track the endangered black rhino or drive through the granite hills in the footsteps of Cecil John Rhodes and visit his world famous tomb known as the “View of the World”. Matabele cultural visits are also on offer.

Transfer Time: From Hwange 3 hours and 30 minutes - From Bulawayo 30 minutes

Photographer credit: Heiko
Photographer credit: Olwen Evans
Infinity Rock Pool

The beautiful infinity pool, carved into the granite rock offers you the opportunity to relax & refresh in its cool waters or on the comfortable sunbeds, with breathtaking views over the Matobo Hills and the waterhole below. Situated next to the sunset lounge, which holds the safari spa where guests can pamper themselves with a range of treatments from full body massages to facials, pedicures & manicures.
Room 10: Cecil Rhodes Suite

The Cecil John Rhodes Suite is the most secluded lodge, elevated to the back of the main area and behind Suite 8. There are 36 steps up to the room so would be most suitable for those guests that don’t mind a little uneven terrain. The suite consists of an ensuite bathroom with toilet, his & hers showers, outside bath, rock basin, tea & coffee stations, a lounge area, fan, mosquito net, mosquito coils, open wardrobe, king-size bed, hairdryers & electric blankets. This suite boasts a swing bridge leading out to a private viewing sala overlooking the waterhole.
Room 8 - San Suite

This room is hiding its own little secret, its own private "Bush Man Painting" - spot it if you can!
Room 9 - Lobengula Honeymoon Suite

Suite 9 – The Lobengula Suite is elevated amongst the granite boulders & situated behind the main area and library. There are 90 steps up to Suite 9 so would be most suitable for those guests that don’t mind a little uneven terrain. The suite consists of an ensuite bathroom with toilet, shower, outside shower, his & hers rock basins, tea & coffee stations, a lounge area, fan, mosquito net, mosquito coils, open wardrobe, private outside deck, king-size bed (suitable for extra tall guests), hairdryers & electric blankets.
Family Room
Family Room
The Homestead: Lounge Area

Two thousand years ago, the Bushmen called Matopos their home. Now you can too. For 26 years, the Stead Family have shared their beautiful family home in quiet harmony with furry and feathered residents of matopos. The only noise pollution being that of their children's laughter bouncing off the rocks. The Steads would now like to share their idyllic lifestyle with you and your family. Unfenced and untamed - this is your private wilderness of granite. A wonderful opportunity to disconnect from reality and reconnect with family and nature.
The Homestead: Dining Area

Two thousand years ago, the Bushmen called Matopos their home. Now you can too. For 26 years, the Stead Family have shared their beautiful family home in quiet harmony with furry and feathered residents of matopos. The only noise pollution being that of their children's laughter bouncing off the rocks. The Steads would now like to share their idyllic lifestyle with you and your family. Unfenced and untamed - this is your private wilderness of granite. A wonderful opportunity to disconnect from reality and reconnect with family and nature.
Bar & Upstairs Lounge

Built into an elevated granite cave, the bar and lounge area provides the perfect setting for pre-dinner refreshments and snacks.
Main Area: Library
Main Area: Breakfast
Mother & Child Rock Formation

Matopos is know for its beautiful granite rock formations which have formed over 2 billion years
Rhino Tracking

Matopos is home to a protected population of both white and black rhino. Guests have the opportunity to track this endangered species on foot.
San People Cave Paintings
San People Cave Paintings

The Lobengula Suite is elevated amongst the granite boulders & situated behind the main area and library. There are 90 steps up to Suite 9 so would be most suitable for those guests that don’t mind a little uneven terrain.

The suite consists of an ensuite bathroom with toilet, shower, outside shower, his & hers rock basins, tea & coffee stations, a lounge area, fan, mosquito net, mosquito coils, open wardrobe, private outside deck, king-size bed (suitable for extra tall guests), hairdryers & electric blankets.

Plug points in the room are South African 3 pinned round plugs, grounded, 15A, 220-240V.

Hot water systems heated by wood fire twice daily, in the morning at 6am and the evening at 6pm. However, water can be heated upon request outside of these times and please allow for 30minutes for water to reach a suitable temperature.

Room 3 is a Standard Family room on the ground level of Camp Amalinda and still incorporates some of the granite structures. There are no stairs to Room 3 and it is an open plan bedroom, lounge & bathroom area with 2 double beds. The ensuite bathroom consists of a shower & bath, toilet and single rock basin. If required, there is space for an extra single bed in the family room.

Amenities include tea & coffee stations, fan, mosquito nets, mosquito coils, open wardrobe, private outside veranda, hair dryers & electric blankets.

Plug points in the room are South African 3 pinned round plugs, grounded, 15A, 220-240V.

The Cecil John Rhodes Suite is the most secluded lodge, elevated to the back of the main area and behind Suite 8. There are 36 steps up to the room so would be most suitable for those guests that don’t mind a little uneven terrain.

The suite consists of an ensuite bathroom with toilet, his & hers showers, outside bath, rock basin, tea & coffee stations, a lounge area, fan, mosquito net, mosquito coils, open wardrobe, king-size bed, hairdryers & electric blankets. This suite boasts a swing bridge leading out to a private viewing sala overlooking the waterhole.

Plug points in the room are South African 3 pinned round plugs, grounded, 15A, 220-240V. Hot water systems heated by wood fire twice daily, in the morning at 6am and the evening at 6pm. However, water can be heated upon request outside of these times and please allow for 30minutes for water to reach a suitable temperature.

Two thousand years ago, the Bushmen called Matopos their home. Now you can too.

For 26 years, the Stead Family have shared their beautiful family home in quiet harmony with furry and feathered residents of Matopos. The only noise pollution being that of their children’s laughter bouncing off the rocks. The Steads would now like to share their idyllic lifestyle with you and your family. Unfenced and untamed – this is your private wilderness of granite. A wonderful opportunity to disconnect from reality and reconnect with family and nature.

The Amalinda Home-Stead is situated on the Camp Amalinda Concession only 45 kilometres from Bulawayo. Spacious and comfortably furnished, The Amalinda Home-Stead is completely equipped for your family’s every need.

Featuring a Master bedroom with en suite bathroom and private deck
2 additional bedrooms,outside decks and sliding doors
Separate bathroom, shower and toilet
Open plan dining room and sunken lounge, beautifully lit with glass chandeliers and encompassed with an outside wooden deck Ample parking under sprawling shady trees
Access to and full use of the Amalinda pool Private Guide and Game Drive Vehicle Host/Hostess
Chef
Option of meals at the Main Lodge at an additional cost (please note pre-booking is required)
Activities including guided walks and game drives are available

Situated on ground level at the foothills of an original San Bushmen settlement, this tastefully furnished twin room, with a secluded outside deck looking towards the infinity pool and distant Matobo Hills, includes a large en-suite bathroom and shower with a dressing room.

The perfect room for siblings, friends sharing or those not keen on stairs, Room 1 offers a perfect private getaway in luxury surroundings

Another beautifully hidden and private room slightly elevated amongst the granite outcrops, Room 2 offers a large double bed, perfect for couples on a romantic getaway or single travellers looking for a private escape in the wilderness.

As one of our smaller rooms, and having been described as “cosy”, this homely space suits as an ideal home away from home for travellers. The en-suite bathroom with shower and the small private deck add to the pleasant, comfortable atmosphere and design.

Guests can enjoy an open plan room, ideal for families or close friends, with space to roam and mingle. Boasting 2 double beds, as well as en-suite bathroom, guests are provided comfort and luxury in a unique natural setting

This room is on ground level, allowing ease of access to the room, as well as the abundant surrounding wildlife on offer. An ideal escape hidden amongst the granite walls of the Matobo Hills.

Room 5 is our largest room on offer, with lots of space to lounge and relax, containing 2 comfortable double beds, as well as an en-suite bathroom equipped with a sunken bath and open shower.

Tastefully furnished with natural lighting and direct access into the historical granite hills, Rooms 5 offers families or friends a chance to relax and enjoy nature together, without feeling crowded.

Room 7, cleverly hidden away and elevated amongst the rocks and wilderness, shows ingenious use of space and light, with a relaxing bath looking out over a precipice.

Offering ideal seclusion whilst still giving direct access to the surrounding wilderness, Room 7 is suitable for both couples wanting a romantic getaway and single travellers looking for privacy.

The San Suite, our Room 8, is one of our most popular and sought after rooms. With ingenious architecture and incorporation of the natural granite boulders, Room 8 allows travellers to be at one with nature.

The Loo with a View is the only one of its kind at Amalinda Lodge, with epic scenery out across the countryside. The room is also home to an original San Bushman painting, making your stay fell authentic and natural.

Two thousand years ago, the Bushmen called Matopos their home. Now you can too.

The perfect room for siblings, friends sharing or those not keen on stairs, Room 1 offers a perfect private getaway in luxury surroundings.

A large, spacious family room gives families enough freedom to experience luxury and comfort together, without even a hint of overcrowding. A large en-suite bathroom with a sunken antique bath and open shower add to the luxury and comfort of the experience.

Sliding doors leading onto a private deck with spectacular views of the surrounding wilderness provide the perfect setting for a luxury safari getaway for the whole family.

This room is on ground level, allowing ease of access to the room, as well as the abundant surrounding wildlife on offer. An ideal escape hidden amongst the granite walls of the Matobo Hills.

Room 5 is our largest room on offer, with lots of space to lounge and relax, containing 2 comfortable double beds, as well as an en-suite bathroom equipped with a sunken bath and open shower.

Tastefully furnished with natural lighting and direct access into the historical granite hills, Rooms 5 offers families or friends a chance to relax and enjoy nature together, without feeling crowded

Room 7, cleverly hidden away and elevated amongst the rocks and wilderness, shows ingenious use of space and light, with a relaxing bath looking out over a precipice.

Offering ideal seclusion whilst still giving direct access to the surrounding wilderness, Room 7 is suitable for both couples wanting a romantic getaway and single travellers looking for privacy.

The Lobengula Suite. Room 9 is not only named after the last King of Matabeleland, but also famous as the room that has had the most leopard sightings. Luxurious and royally furnished, this suite is the very essence of royalty.

The views from this room can not only be appreciated from the private deck, but also from its very own outside shower, for a truly authentic African safari experience from the comfort of your luxury room.

The Rhodes Suite. Room 10 is connected by a rustic swing bridge to a viewing platform, offering complete privacy and intoxicating romance, made complete with an outside bath.

The ultimate in honeymoon suites, the Rhodes Suite is perfect for newly-weds looking to celebrate their recent nuptials or couples simple looking for an intimate getaway in the heart of the African wilderness.

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CONTACT	+263 9 243 954

Reservation/Bookings
EMAIL	reservations@amalindacollection.co.zw/resman@amalindacollection.co.zw
TELEPHONE	+263 9 243 954
WEBSITE	http://www.amalindacollection.com
BOOKING	http://www.campamalinda.com/booking/

Marketing
CONTACT	Lauren Mallett
EMAIL	marketing@amalindacollection.co.zw
TELEPHONE	+263 9 243 954

Accounts
CONTACT	Buhlebenkosi Moyo
EMAIL	groupaccountant@amalindacollection.com
TELEPHONE	+263 9 243 954

General
PHYSICAL ADDRESS	23 Old Gwanda Road, Hillside, Bulawayo
FACEBOOK PAGE	https://www.facebook.com/theamalindacollection?fref=ts
TWITTER ACCOUNT	AmalindaCollect

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