We are excited to inform you that Mfuwe Lodge, situated in the South Luangwa National Park in Zambia, reopened to guests on the 1st of May, with a brand new look, after a major upgrade and refurbishment.  Whilst the essential structure and design of the lodge remains the same considerable changes have been made to decor, furnishings, lighting and all facilities to give the lodge a whole new look.

Click here to view a video of the elephants in the Mfuwe reception!

Mfuwe Lodge is built between two spectacular lagoons.  The open plan design keeps the comfort and relaxation of guests in mind, but also capitalizes on the fact that an African wilderness experience is a blend of colors and textures, sounds, aromas and sights unmatched anywhere else in the world.

A new curio shop has been created and reception, bar and dining areas have been remodeled.  A new pizza oven/braii area has been installed.  The main deck area has been refurbished and an outdoor lounge and dining area has been incorporated.  The infinity swimming pool was re-lined and given a new look, and as an added benefit, solar “farms” have been erected to provide hot water in a more environmentally friendly way.

Each chalet provides 24 hour power and is equipped with a ceiling fan, refrigerator, tea and coffee making facilities, mosquito nets, brand new bathrooms, new furnishings and windows.  Aa private newly remodeled verandah in each chalet overlooks one of the lagoons where you can view some of Africa’s majestic wildlife as animals come down to drink.

The South Luangwa National Park, located in the eastern part of the Zambia, covers an area of 3500 square miles.  It is renowned for its beauty and its varied habitats which support one of Africa’s richest concentrations of game and birdlife.  Luangwa boasts Africa’s largest population of leopard. Over 50 species of large mammal and some 400 species of bird thrive in this last haven of wild Africa.  During a stay in the South Luangwa Valley you are bound to see the large elephant herds of up to 50 individuals, an abundant number of buffalo, fourteen antelope species and Thornicroft’s giraffe, unique to the Valley.  This area is also known for its healthy population of all the big predators.  The meandering Luangwa River with its many ox-bow lagoons and shady ebony groves forms the eastern boundary of the Park while the western horizon is dominated by the spectacular Muchinga escarpment, rising almost a kilometer from the valley floor.

Learn more about Mfuwe Lodge and the surrounding area at http://www.mfuwelodge.com/.

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In July and August this year, EXPLORE sent the Compton party to South Africa and Zambia.  They would like to share their experience and photos with you…

“We liked all the locations and were treated well by everyone.  I would like to single out the Bushcamp Company people at Mfuwe Lodge for the care and attention that they gave us.  We were greeted at Mfuwe as if we were old friends.  Shelly, Ian, Jamie, Peter, Savilla…..all gave us warm welcomes and made sure we had royal treatment.

There were special things to like about every site:

Jackalberry – The small size of the lodge and the fact that we saw cheetahs and rhinos in the semi-wild.  We were extra lucky to be in on the activities immediately following the darting of a cheetah to remove her non-functioning radio collar!

Chindeni – Its remoteness and its beautiful setting.  Sightings of leopards there were outstanding and our guide and tracker did an outstanding job of finding them.

Lion Camp – We saw lots of lions there and went to a fresh kill within seconds after it happened.  We liked the architecture at Lion Camp with the raised walkways and wonderfully designed central area.

Royal Zambezi – Some of our best photos came from there including a courting pair of lions.  We even saw an aardvark. 

At every place the staff was friendly, highly competent and fun to be with.  In summary, our expectations were more than met.  We appreciate everything you did in planning and arranging the trip.”

-Dale and Doris

 

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