Safari Zambia: Chundukwa River Lodge

Safari trip in Zambia: The Chundukwa River Lodge is located about 30 kilometres upstream of the world-famous Victoria Falls near Livingstone. In a secluded location directly on the Zambezi River, it offers its guests accommodation in five higher chalets, from which a wonderful view of the river landscape can be enjoyed.
Guests at the lodge can look forward to a family atmosphere and a wide range of activities: classic game drives and walking safaris, canoeing on the Zambezi River, sunset river cruises, birding tours and horseback rides along the watercourse ensure a varied stay. Due to its proximity to Livingstone, you can also take advantage of the city's colourful leisure activities and especially enjoy a visit to the mighty Victoria Falls.

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Name
Chundukwa River Lodge

Location
Approx. 30 kilometres upstream of the Victoria Falls near Livingstone, directly on the Zambezi River

Guest accommodation
6 chalets with en-suite bathrooms, which can accommodate 2-8 guests depending on the chalet

Max. number of guests
20-22 guests in 6 chalets: 3 chalets are designed for two guests, 2 chalets can accommodate 4 guests and another chalet can accommodate 6 or even 8 guests – if some of the guests are children

Activities
Can be booked on site or in advance: Game drives in the National Park, visit to Victoria Falls, birding trips, riding safaris, sightseeing flights, white-water rafting, cultural excursions (visit to nearby village, museum visits

Highlights
The idyllic location of the lodge directly on the banks of the Zambezi River • the proximity to the city of Livingstone and the world-famous Victoria Falls • a familiar, personal atmosphere • the lodge's own small riding stable and thus the opportunity to go on a riding safari

Animals
In the immediate region of the lodge: elephants, hippos, crocodiles, bushbucks, more than 100 bird species; in the surrounding national parks (Mosi-oa-Tunya, Zambezi and Chobe) an abundance of other wild animals

Staying at the Chundukwa River Lodge

Location

The small, family-run Chundukwa River Lodge is located about 30 kilometres upstream of the breathtaking Victoria Falls in a secluded location directly on the Zambezi River.

The Camp

Guest accommodations

The Chundukwa River Lodge accommodates its guests in 6 differently designed chalets: Three of the chalets accommodate 2 guests each; two further chalets offer sufficient space for 4 guests. Finally, the Chundu Cottage has 3 rooms, in which 6 guests can be accommodated – if some of them are children, even 8 guests can also be accommodated there. All chalets are equipped with beds with mosquito nets and private bathrooms. The Chundu Cottage also has a private pool. Each chalet offers an undisturbed panoramic view of the Zambezi River on wooden platforms, some of which stand directly above the water. Since the Chundu Cottage is located about 20 meters away from the riverbanks, it is especially suitable for families with children. They are very welcome in Chundukwa but should ideally be at least 12 years old.

Central facilities

The central point of the lodge is the thatched main building with restaurant, bar and lounge. This is open to the river and offers a wonderful view of the Zambezi while taking your meals or relaxing on the sofas. The river landscape can also be admired from the large swimming pool. WLAN is also available in the main building. On a stone platform directly in front of the main building a campfire is lit in the evening hours. A small highlight is certainly the lodging's own riding stable with 20 horses, which is located on the lodge grounds.

Activities

The lodge's activities are all optional and are booked separately by the guests on site or prior to the trip. The offer is characterised by an enormous variety: Nature and animal lovers can explore the wildlife of Southern Africa at close quarters during game drives and walks – in Mosi oa Tunya National Park, Zimbabwes Zambezi National Park or Botswana's Chobe National Park – as well as on horseback safaris or birding tours along the Zambezi River. A visit to the mighty Victoria Falls is also an extraordinary experience of nature.

Those who especially love the water worlds have the possibility to take part in canoe and boat trips, sunset cruises or fishing tours. Those interested in culture can visit nearby villages, local markets or Livingstone's museums and historical sites.
And adventure and outdoor enthusiasts also get their money's worth: sightseeing flights by helicopter, whitewater rafting or bungee jumping provide a real adrenalin kick. The lodge itself offers a complete overview of all the activities on offer.

Highlights

The rustic, open Chundukwa River Lodge is located directly on the banks of the Zambezi River and is a wonderful place to stay. From each of the chalets you can enjoy a picturesque view of the unfolding river landscape. Chundukwa is characterized by hospitality, personal service and authenticity. The friendly team provides a family atmosphere and is happy to advise guests on a wide range of activities – from classic safaris and visits to Victoria Falls to rafting and bungee jumping. Another highlight is certainly the lodge's own riding stable, which has about 20 horses. A riding safari along the Zambezi is a must!

Animals

Although the Chundukwa River Lodge is not a classic safari lodge, guests still have the opportunity to encounter an abundance of wildlife.
Elephant, hippo and crocodile observations can be made near the lodge itself. Bushbucks are also at home here. Last but not least, birding lovers will get their money's worth in view of the more than 100 bird species in the region.
Trips to nearby national parks offer guests the opportunity to experience a fascinating abundance of other wild animals. With a little luck, lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, buffalos, cheetahs, hyenas, wild dogs, various antelope species, giraffes, zebras and other representatives of African wildlife can be observed on excursions to the parks. So there is a good chance that you will witness the Big Five during your stay at the Chundukwa River Lodge!