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Kafunta River Lodge

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Kafunta River Lodge is owned and operated by Anke & Ron Cowan who have made the Luangwa Valley their home for the past 27 years.

The 10-room lodge is located on the floodplains of the Luangwa River, away from the busier area near the park's Mfuwe gate. During the peak season the lodge accesses the national park via its own pontoon.

Central to the lodge is a spacious bar and dining area. Built around a semi-evergreen wild mango tree and thatched in the traditional style, it offers superb panoramic views over the Luangwa River and the South Luangwa National Park. Great game viewing and bird watching from the lodge is guaranteed.

Adjacent to the bar is a refreshing infinity pool and the only natural hot spring tub in the Luangwa Valley. This unique hot tub is fed from a source on Kafunta’s grounds, offering a constant temperature of 38 degrees. Here you can enjoy pure relaxation while being presented with magnificent views over the flood plains and the Luangwa River.

Activities on offer include game drives (morning, afternoon and night), bush walks, village & cultural tours as well as a wellness spa.

Since the end of 2023, the lodge also features a new private tented villa, The Sunset House, with 3 en-suite bedrooms. Perfect for multi-generation families or small groups of friends seeking more privacy and flexibility.

Features

TYPE:
Accommodation
LANGUAGES:
English
NO. ROOMS:
ROOM TYPES
Kafunta Standard Chalet (8 rooms)
Kafunta Luxury Suite (2 rooms)
The Sunset House (1 unit/villa)
10
MIN. CHILD AGE:
6
SPECIAL INTERESTS:
Adventure
Birding
Flora
Indigenous Culture / Art
Leisure
Nature
Relaxation
Star Gazing
Wildlife
PROPERTY FACILITIES:
Accept Credit Cards
Bar
Battery Charging Facilities
Children Friendly
Communal Dining
Credit Card Facilities
Disabled Friendly
Drivers Cabin
Eco Friendly
Internet Access (Complimentary)
Laundry Service
Licensed
Mobile Connectivity
Outdoor Pool / Pool Deck
Parking
Pool
Restaurant
Secure Parking
Spa
Vegetarian
Wheelchair Access
ROOM FACILITIES:
Balcony / Deck
Bath Towels
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Driver's cabin
Electrical Outlets
En Suite Bathroom
Family Safari Tent
Fan
Fridge
Hairdryer
Hand Towels
Laundry Service (Complimentary)
Lounge Area
Mini Bar
Mosquito Nets
Mosquito Netting
Private Lounge / Sitting Area
Pure Cotton Linen
Safe
Shower
Smoke Alarm
Tea / Coffee
Verandah
Wheelchair Friendly
AVAILABLE SERVICES:
Airport Shuttle (Complimentary)
Credit Card Facilities
Disability
Laundry Service (Complimentary)
Private Vehicle (Available)
ACTIVITIES ON SITE:
Bird Watching
Fine Dining
Game Drives
Game Viewing Hide
Game Viewing
Game Walks
Massages
Night Drives
Safaris
Walks (Guided)
ACTIVITIES NEARBY:
Bird Watching
Child Friendly Activities
Cultural Tours
Game Drives
Game Viewing
Game Walks
General Sightseeing
Safaris
FRIENDLY:
Business
Children
Disability
Honeymoon
Leisure
Luxury
Romance
Vegetarian
Weddings
GUIDANCE:
Disabled Access
Elderly Friendly
Game Drive (Max 6 pax with window seats)
Honeymoon Suite Available
Private Game Drive Vehicle Available
Sole Use Available
Triple for Adult Available
Triple for Children Available

Rooms

Kafunta Standard Chalet (8 rooms)

The lodge features 8 standard chalets, constructed from thatch and wood to blend seamlessly with the natural surroundings. Each chalet includes a twin-bedded bedroom, en-suite bathroom, minibar fridge, and ceiling fan. A private verandah overlooks the floodplains, offering sweeping views of the landscape and frequent sightings of passing wildlife.

  • Standard Room
  • Standard Room
  • Standard Room
  • Standard Room
  • Standard Room Bathroom
  • Standard Room Patio
ROOM FACILITIES:
Balcony / Deck
Bath Towels
Electrical Outlets
En Suite Bathroom
Fan
Hairdryer
Hand Towels
Laundry Service (Complimentary)
Mini Bar
Mosquito Netting
Private Lounge / Sitting Area
Shower
Wardrobe

Kafunta Luxury Suite (2 rooms)

The lodge features two luxury suites, set further away from the main dining area. The suites offer a double bed on the ground floor and the possibility to make 2 extra single beds on the upstairs mezzanine. The suites have a large bathroom with shower and separate stand alone bath. There is a viewing deck as well as an upstair deck both overlooking the floodplains.

The suites come with a small supplement, and can accommodate a family of up to 4 people.

  • Kafunta Luxury Suite
  • Luxury Suite
  • Luxury Suite Loft
  • Luxury Suite Upstair Balcony
  • Luxury Suite Bathroom
ROOM FACILITIES:
Balcony
Balcony / Deck
Bath Towels
Bath
Electrical Outlets
En Suite Bathroom
Fan
Hairdryer
Hand Towels
Laundry Service (Complimentary)
Lounge
Mini Bar
Mosquito Netting
Private Lounge / Sitting Area
Shower

Unit

The Sunset House (1 room)

The Sunset House at Kafunta River Lodge is a 3-bedroom canvas-roofed safari house with a private pool and private services (butler, chef, safari guide). The villa is divided into two units. The main unit has two spacious bedrooms (Eagle and Ibis), a large dining area, and outdoor lounge. Each bedroom is en-suite and comes with its own sitting area. The second unit is adjacent to the central unit and features the third en-suite bedroom (Jacana) with a sitting area. The villa has spacious multi-level decks, an infinity pool, lounging chairs, and a fireplace.

Each bedroom has a king-size bed (or twin beds in the Ibis room) and an additional 3/4 double day bed, which can be converted into an extra bed. The unit can therefore accommodate up to 9 people.

It is perfect for a multi-generation family or a group of friends travelling together and seeking more privacy. The view towards the floodplains of the Luangwa is magnificent.

  • The Sunset House
  • The Sunset House Aerial
  • The Sunset House
  • The Sunset House
  • Eagle Room
  • Eagle Room
  • Eagle Room Bathroom
  • Ibis Room
  • Jacana Room Bathroom
  • Jacana Room
  • The Lounge
  • The Sunset House Map
ROOM FACILITIES:
Balcony / Deck
Bath Towels
Bath
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Electrical Outlets
En Suite Bathroom
Family Safari Tent
Fan
Fireplace
Fridge
Hairdryer
Hand Towels
Laundry Service (Complimentary)
Lounge Area
Lounge
Mini Bar
Mosquito Netting
Private Lounge / Sitting Area
Private Pool / Jacuzzi
Safe
Shower
Wheelchair Friendly
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