Malawi and Zambia Luxury Solo Safari Tour

The lodge has eight superb chalets, each with spacious living quarters and private viewing deck. Guests can swim in our pool, dine under the stars, and game drives.

Majete Wildlife Reserve is a vast region of mature woodland and granite hills, picturesque river valleys and dense forest. It is home to the elusive black rhino, along with elephant, buffalo, nyala, sable, eland and hartebeest. There are plans to reintroduce lion, leopard and cheetah in 2012 as part of a pioneering conservation project.

Undiscovered by tourists, Majete is a true wilderness where every trip into the bush with our team of experienced guides will feel like an adventure.

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Mkulumadzi Lodge Credit: Dana Allen Majete Wildlife Reserve

Mkulumadzi Credit: Robin Pope Safaris Majete Wildlife Reserve

Mkulumadzi Lodge Credit: Dana Allen Majete Wildlife Reserve

Mkulumadzi Lodge Credit: Dana Allen Majete Wildlife Reserve

Mkulumadzi Credit: Robin Pope Safaris Majete Wildlife Reserve

Mkulumadzi Lodge Credit: Dana Allen Majete Wildlife Reserve

Family Room Standard Room

Mkulumadzi is the ideal destination for your family holiday, having no age restriction and plenty of family friendly activities on offer.

Two bedrooms separated by a living area.

En suite rooms with both shower and bath facilities as well as mini bar and tea/coffee facilities.

Family Chalet Regular Chalets

Mkulumadzi is the ideal destination for your family holiday, having no age restriction and plenty of family friendly activities on offer.

There are 2 family chalets

The bush chalets are luxurious and spacious with contemporary furnishings, some crafted from locally-sourced materials. They are flooded with natural light, giving you the sense of being in the forest without compromising your comfort and privacy.

There is also an outdoor shower with a large rain shower where guests can enjoy the sensation of bathing under a waterfall. The shower is open to the surrounding bush with stone-clad walls for privacy.

Each chalet has a sloping vegetated roof planted with indigenous species such as succulents, aloes, shrubs and grasses. This minimises their impact on the environment and keeps them cool in the hot season.

Property Facilities

24-hour Security, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Eco Friendly, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Pool

Room Facilities

Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath, Dressing Gowns, Fan, Fridge, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah

Services

Airport Shuttle (Available)

Game drives Viewing hides Star deck

Game drives are a great way to explore the Majete wilderness

There are several fantastic viewing hides in the park that are strategically placed by a water hole which are fantastic to spend some time at

Spend a night under the stars and get ready to immerse yourself in the African wilderness. Our star deck is a truly memorable experience

Mvuu Lodge overlooks a tranquil lagoon just off the Shire River with the main lounge area set high above the water in an area of captivating variety and beauty. It has an extensive wildlife library and telescope to make the most of the exceptional bird and other life that moves around the river. Mvuu means “hippo” in Tonga and the name epitomises the large numbers of pods of these water-loving mammals that float in the river. In this lush and fertile area, an excellent diversity of animals can be seen.

Accommodation comprises eight luxury tents, one of which is a romantic honeymoon suite. Each tent has en-suite bathroom facilities and its own deck built to look over the water. Lodge facilities include a dining room, pub, lounge area and a swimming pool.

Activities include boat safaris, nature walks, treks & trails birding, and traditional game drives by day and night. No visit to Mvuu is complete without a visit to one of the villages on its boundaries to experience authentic African village life.

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Mvuu Lodge Tent Deck

Mvuu Lodge

Mvuu Lodge

Mvuu Lodge

Mvuu Lodge

Mvuu Lodge

Mvuu Lodge

Mvuu Lodge

Mvuu Lodge

Mvuu Lodge

Mvuu Lodge - Standard Tents

There are eight standard tents which consist of seven twin bedded tents and one honey moon tent with a double bed and bath.

Property Facilities

Bar, Eco Friendly, Library, Pool, Restaurant

Room Facilities

Balcony / Deck, En-Suite, Outside Shower, Shower

Services

Credit Card

Pumulani is situated on the westside of the Nankumba Peninsula in the South end of Lake Malawi. The beauty of this lake is indescribable. The beautiful sparkling colours shimmering over the water, the clear blue skies and the panoramic vistas truly make you feel like you are in paradise. David Livingstone named Lake Malawi ‘Lake of Stars’ for good reason. According to experts this lake is home to more native fish species than any other lake in the world.

The ten villas are situated in such a way that they blend in completely with the natural surroundings and the cooling grass roofs reflect the African sun.

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Pumulani Credit: Robin Pope Safaris Main pool

Pumulani Credit: Robin Pope Safaris Main area

Pumulani Credit: Robin Pope Safaris Standard villa

Pumulani Credit: Robin Pope Safaris Campfire

Pumulani Credit: Robin Pope Safaris Main pool

Pumulani Credit: Robin Pope Safaris Lake Malawi

Pumulani Credit: Robin Pope Safaris Lake Malawi

Pumulani Credit: Robin Pope Safaris Kayaking on Lake Malawi

Pumulani Credit: Robin Pope Safaris State of the art star gazer

Pumulani Credit: Robin Pope Safaris Lake Malawi

Bushview Lake View

5 villas have bush views.

Another 5 villas have uninterrupted views across Lake Malawi.

Family Villa Villa

The family villa is the closest to the beach and all activities are easily organised from this point. Just off the master bedroom is a twin room with a large spacious bathroom with double basins, showers and a bath. The sitting area has plenty of space for the whole family to relax.

Large spacious ensuite rooms. Each has a lounge area as well as a verandah. Also each has a kitchenette with tea and coffee making facilities along with a minibar.

Property Facilities

24-hour Security, Bar, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Library, Meal on Request, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking

Room Facilities

Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath, Detached Private Bathroom, Dressing Gowns, En-Suite, Fan, Fridge, Hair Dryer, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mini Bar, Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah

Services

Airport Shuttle (Available), Babysitting Service, Credit Card

Kayaking Beach Relaxation Snorkel Mountain Biking Stargaze Paddle Boarding Sailing

Kayak on Lake Malawi

Relax at the beach

Discover the amazing cichlid fish of Lake Malawi.

Mountain Bike around the property or venture out to the village.

Stargaze with this state of the art stargazer.

Take to the waters with our paddle boards

For those who know their way around a sail boat why not enjoy some time on Lake Malawi

Many places claim to be "among the remaining wilderness areas" or "one of the last wildlife sanctuaries"; South Luangwa National Park lives up to both and more. The Luangwa Valley is vast, remote and home to both people and a truly impressive variety of game.

Nkwali is located on the banks of the Luangwa on a magnificent meander in the river overlooking the National Park where leopards roam along the bank and can often be spotted from camp. Situated on Robin Pope Safaris’ private land outside the park there is a private game viewing area behind camp as well as exclusive access into the park either by boat or across the pontoon.

The six chalets with bamboo woven walls and thatch roofs offer a rustic luxury opening up to magnificent views of the river as well as open air en-suite bathrooms.

Nkwali offers understated elegance, seclusion and superb service.

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Nkwali Camp Credit: David Rogers Private open fronted chalets looking onto the Luangwa and Park

Nkwali Camp Credit: Robin Pope Safaris Nkwali bar views across the Luangwa onto the Park

Nkwali Camp Credit: David Rogers Boating the Luangwa in the Emerald Season

Nkwali pool area Credit: Robin Pope Safaris Nkwali pool area

Nkwali Camp Credit: Robin Pope Safaris Spacious rooms

Nkwali Camp Credit: Robin Pope Safaris Nkwali lagoon

Nkwali Camp Credit: Dana Allan Cosy yet spacious honeymoon suit

Nkwali Camp Credit: Robin Pope Safaris Game drives in the Park

Nkwali Camp Credit: David Rogers Entrance to camp

Chalet

The six chalets are spacious and during the day are fully open to wonderful river views, in the evenings the Constantia grill doors are pulled together to close the open room fronts. The en-suite bathrooms are spacious with double sinks and showers from which you can enjoy the enormous African skies.

Property Facilities

24-hour Security, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Library, Mobile Connectivity, Pool

Room Facilities

Dressing Gowns, En-Suite, Fan, Hair Dryer, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Mosquito Nets, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Verandah

Services

Airport Shuttle (Complimentary)

Game drive Boating Safari Walking Safari

Game drive

Seasonal Boating

Walking Safari

Ila Safari Lodge is a true eco-lodge providing facilities of the highest quality to a maximum of 24 guests. The lodge is located on the banks of the mighty Kafue River in an area of abundant wildlife and boasts 180 degree views out across the water. The central boma is best described by the phrase 'eco friendly meets dynamic design' and is the showpiece of our property. The lodge has 10 state of the art luxury safari tents perched each on their own deck reaching out over the banks of the Kafue River. Included in our 10 top-notch tenats are 2 larger family suites. Each tent has been individually designed to mesh with the flora surrounding it providing shade, privacy and your very own piece of Kafue wilderness.

The interiors as well as the private decks are furnished in chic, modern African style and every comfort has been considered. All tents feature en suite bathrooms and either outside showers or baths. Beds are extra length for the most comfortable nights sleep. Mosquito nets are spacious and billowing and are turned down for you each evening.

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Ila Safari Lodge Firepit Beautiful drop deck with a fire pit for after dinner gatherings under the stars.

Ila Safari Lodge Pool Beautiful infinity pool in the main boma.

Ila Safari Lodge Guest Tent Luxury tented room with views out over the Kafue River.

Lion Cub Credit: Luke Massey Cub relaxing in the Kafue National Park

Luxury Tent Luxury Family Tent Luxury Tent With Bath On Deck

Tents have outside and inside showers and either twin or king beds, on the edge of the Kafue River overlooking the National Park. Rooms have ramp access.

2 Luxury tents are for families sleeping 4, with an indoor shower and bath on the edge of the Kafue River overlooking the National Park.

Accommodation has ramp access & family rooms have ramp access and open showers/toilets.

Tents have a bath on the deck and an inside shower. These tents have either twin or king beds, on the edge of the Kafue River overlooking the National Park. Rooms have ramp access.

Property Facilities

24-hour Security, Activity Desk, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Disability Services, Eco Friendly, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Library, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking

Room Facilities

Balcony / Deck, Bath, Disabled Rooms, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fan, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah, Wheelchair Friendly

Services

Airport Shuttle (Available), Credit Card

Game Drives Boat Cruises Walking Safaris Fishing Ila Community Farm

Alongside our 3 game viewers we are the proud owners of Zambia's very first 'Electronic Landrover' (eLandy). This vehicle allows you to experience all the sights and sounds of the bush in near silence and with a sense of environmental care. The eLandy is kept close to camp and operates in the Game Management Area for short drives or the relatively common 'dinner table dash' to investigate what that sound in the night was or how close those lion calls are!

Our eLandy aside we have three top of the range game viewers which reside on the park side of the river. It's a quick float in a boat over to them which is always a nice way to start the morning!

Our guides are all masters of their craft, spend a morning or afternoon exploring the park with them and see what you can find. Regular sightings include lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, a wide range of antelopes including roan, sable and zebra, hippo, crocodile, warthog, genet, jackal, mongoose, every entertaining baboons and monkeys and a myriad of species of bird. Our rarer species are also on the cards including wild dog, cheetah, honey badger, civet, serval, bushpig, porcupine and bushbaby.

Had enough of the African massage?! Take a smooth and serene boat cruise either at dawn or for sunset on one of our boats. Staying on theme 1 of our boats are solar powered.

There is nothing quite like quietly drifting down the mighty Kafue river taking in the sights and sounds of the river with a breeze in your hair! Spend a relaxing few hours following the river bank to see what is living on the water or coming down to drink. Sunset from the water is particularly beautiful!

Want to be a bit more active?! Head out on a walking safari with one of our specialist walking guides and an armed Zambian Wildlife officer. Using footprints and spoor track game using your own two feet as power. Get up close and personal to nature and appreciate the smaller things that you may miss from a vehicle.

Set out on the river with rod, tackle and one of our fishing guides to show you all the best spots. For experienced fishermen we can target specific species or if you just want to try your hand see if you can land a big bream. We have basic equipment available on site but recommend professional fishermen bring their gear.

This project is situated at the Nalusanga Gate, the entrance to the Kafue National Park. The aim is to assist the community to grow a greater variety of fresh produce for their own consumption and for selling at the local market. Lodge owners and other travellers in the area will be able to purchase these products as they enter the park.

Ila Boma

The dining area at Ila Safari Lodge is set in the U-shaped boma on the edge of the Kafue River offering guests a beautiful view at Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

We serve flexible meals that revolve around activities and we serve primarily international fusion food with a local influence. A typical day will be as follows:

Kindly note times differ seasonally but this will be communicated to you on arrival.

Early Morning:

Wake to the gentle sounds of our night porter calling “knockie, knockie”. He would have delivered a flask of hot water to the rear of your tent in case you would like to take a moment and enjoy a hot beverage on your deck amidst the wakening calls of the birds. You will then be collected by your guide and escorted to the main building.

Here you will enjoy a sumptuous continental breakfast around a fire where fresh toast is prepared on the coals and a pot of porridge bubbles away. Shortly afterwards you will set off on your game drive or walking safari (available May to November).

For those of you enjoying a later activity a full African breakfast will be available in the main restaurant until 10h00.


The Lazy Midday Hours:

After returning from your adventure in the wilderness you will have a chance to freshen up after which a brunch/lunch will be served from around 11h30 until 14h00.

For those of you who don’t want to waste a moment please feel free to arrange a stroll around our green facilities or an energetic walk to the road with your guide. If you are booked on an all-inclusive basis you are welcome to book the boat for a midday boating safari or even try your hand at a bit of fishing.

For those who which to soak up the peace and tranquility either relax on your tent deck or join us in the main area for a swim or a catch up with friends and family over wifi.

At 15h30 an afternoon tea will be served to replenish your energy levels before starting off on your afternoon activity.

After dark:

Dinner is served in the main restaurant from 19h30 until 21h00. Dine by romantic candle light high above the river and listen to the night sounds while being spoilt by splendid cuisine proudly prepared by our team of chef.

Please feel free to invite either your guide or any member of the management team to join you if you wish to swop tales of your adventures and life away from the bush.

Retire to the crackling fireplace under the stars in the bar area for a night cap and feel yourself relax and unwind after a thrilling day in the African bushveld.

CHEFS
Our chefs are locally born and all have had many years experience living and working remotely. Morris heads up the kitchen and is a star chef.

DIETARIES
We cater for all dietary requirements including limited Halaal.