Highlights
What We Love
- Seeing elephants arrive for the marula fruit in November
- Working out on the outdoor gym circuit shaded by mature trees
- Using the pool while antelope graze in the floodplain below
When To Visit
Peak Season: June to October
Predators become easier to find as they ambush prey at remaining waterholes
Green Season: November to May
From November, elephants walk through the lobby to reach the marula fruit
Overview
It’s true: elephants really do walk up the steps and through the lobby of Mfuwe Lodge to feast on the marula trees that fruit from November on. Following an ancient migration path forged by their ancestors, South Luangwa ellies continue this practice today.
But that’s not all that makes Mfuwe Lodge special. It’s the closest accommodation to the main park gate, making it convenient for travel. There’s a fun outdoor gym and the Phil Berry Centre houses a library and a photo studio. The grounds host plains game and hippo, and the Director’s House – which has a pizza oven and barbeque – is great for families with young children. Mfuwe Lodge is an excellent overnight stop before you venture deeper into South Luangwa.
Facilities
- Bar
- Lounge
- Dining area
- Deck
- Outdoor fireplace
- Laundry service
- Library
- Swimming pool
- Photo studio
- Wi-Fi
- Gym
- Safari shop
Chalet Features
- Deck
- Air conditioning
- Indoor shower
- Fan
- Safe
- Electrical charging points
- Lounge
- Hairdryer
Director’S House Features
- Two bedrooms and two bathrooms
- Plunge pool
- Deck
- Air conditioning
- Fan
- Safe
- Electrical charging points
- Outdoor fireplace
- Barbeque
- Pizza oven
- Lounge
- Hairdryer
- Dining area
Activities
- Game drives
- Birding
- Nature walks