Thornicroft Lodge, an amazing new lodge in the heart of Africa's finest unspoiled wildlife area opened in July 2009, offering very comfortable 2 person chalets with excellent bedding, walk-in mosquito nets, private toilet, shower, electricity, a beautiful view on Luangwa River, cuisine food  and of course unforgettable game drives in the stunning South Luangwa national park.

Thornicroft Lodge is situated on the bank of the Luangwa River, facing the South Luangwa National Park. We have 10 luxurious chalets, all en suite for 2 people, a lounge area, dining area, a bar and a true Zambian swimming pool. At Thornicroft Lodge we offer you game drives within the national park, which are led by well trained and experienced guides. Wildlife is closer than you could ever imagine: Hippos and crocodiles can always be seen in and along the river and in the late afternoon you might see elephants come to the river to drink and bath or even cross the river, looking for fresh lush green plants and trees in or around the village. This is the real Africa! Many television documentaries have been recorded in this breathtaking reserve for its beauty and abundance of wildlife.

Thornicroft Lodge, being a new lodge, aims to offer you outstanding, though affordable accommodation, good food and last but not least an unforgettable wildlife experience. We adapt to suit clients needs, from morning drives, afternoon drives, night drives, walking safaris and safaris by boat (seasonal), to drives that include a sumptuous bush breakfast in the park and drives into the more remote areas of the park, which take you out the whole day and include picnic lunches. Thornicroft Lodge has the finest safari guides available and we firmly believe that a guide enhances ones experience to make it so much more enjoyable.

Business Trips: 

Thornicroft caters for business people and is able to host business events, management meetings, workshops and incentive trips.  Why not have an amazing game drive then meet for refreshments on the bank of the Luangwa river, followed by your business meeting in the bush, lunch and continue the afternoon with a walking safari where you will be collected by the boat [or vehicle] to return to the lodge for a short rest and shower. Meet at the bar and wind down over a superb dinner and finish up by having closing comments around the fire enjoying a night cap. It is possible, unique and special.  Please contact us for further ideas or information.    

How to get here.  

Flights – Proflight provides a scheduled service between Lusaka and Luangwa Valley (Mfuwe) – the flight takes 1 hour. Another charter companie provides services from Lilongwe (Malawi) to several destinations within Malawi and Zambia. Please follow the links above to see their schedules and services. Mfuwe airport is just 30 kilometers away from the lodge and guests will be charged for airport transfers.

On an organised tour - Land & Lake Safaris is our preferred agent and they offer regular departures from Lilongwe or Chipata. A variety of tours are available and all include transport to the lodge, all game activities and accommodation as per itinerary. 

Art Safari gives you the oppotunity (learning) to paint and draw in untouched nature. Art teacher Marie-Anne Bartlett brings your talents to an higher level.

Going Africa Safaris is a Dutch tour operator, specialized in African safari trips. Together you can make your own program. Mail them and find out about your possibilities.

Maybe with a tour operator of your choice. Ask for Thornicroft Lodge.

By Road - It is possible to reach Thornicroft by vehicle – an approx 12 hr journey by road from Lusaka and 6 hrs from Lilongwe. The road is variable with the last 100km being dirt. It is advisable to check with us on the condition of the dirt road before proceeding.

Interested?

Please contact us through our contact page or

call us:  +260(21)6 246247 (landline) or +260 976303051 (mobile)

Ask for Menno. He will be glad to help and provide you with all information you need. The prices and services we offer will surprise you.