The main area is central to the lodge offering relaxing lounge and dining area, thatched in a traditional African Style. The extensive decks lead to the stunning and undisturbed view of the plain and its frequent wild visitors.

Kafunta have so many places to unwind; the sofas near the wild mango tree, the cosy fireplace or the reclining beds by the infinity pool. When the night comes, enjoy sumptuous candlelit meals under the vast African sky, in company of hippos wallowing in the waterhole or the white-tailed mongoose scurrying by. Your safari never ends!

Kafunta River Lodge offers eight private luxury chalets, the main lounge and the dining decks overlook the game rich floodplain. The eight safari chalets stand on a raised wooden platform and have thatched roofs and private viewing decks. They are pleasantly decorated to match the local style. We also have two spacious luxury suites with extra-large en-suite bathrooms.

Kafunta River Lodge offers a wide range of activities to guests enjoyment while staying at the river lodge.

Game drives (morning & evening) are most favourite activities at Kafunta river Lodge. Starting with the exciting river crossing at the pontoon, laying just minutes away from the lodge and giving access to more remote areas with extraordinarily good wildlife.

Afternoon game drives culminate with the amazing African sunset, celebrated by a traditional sundowner drinks before continuing onto the night safari in search of nocturnal animals.

Early morning walks can also be arranged for those who would like to enjoy a real immersion in untouched wilderness.

Next to the bar at Kafunta is an infinity pool and the only natural hot tub in the Luangwa Valley, fed from a natural geothermal source on Kafunta’s grounds. With an average temperature of 37 degrees, the water is very therapeutic, added to which are the magnificent views over the flood plain and the Luangwa River. During the winter months from May to July, the hot tub is the perfect ending to eventful day’s safari.

The wildlife hide is the perfect place to photograph wildlife visiting the lodge on daily basis. The floodplain and waterhole in front of the lounge is a haven for all sorts of animals.

Be it a family of elephants, a few giraffes, an inquisitive puku, a discreet water-monitor lizard, a couple of saddle-billed storks or the resident fish eagle, there is always something to observe.

A great addition to your safari experience is the Spa. Tucked away at the foot of the giant fig tree, the intimate Spa offers a variety of massages and treatments designed to spoil you with a moment of pure bliss and relaxation.

The best time to visit Kafunta River Lodge, located in South Luangwa National Park, is during the dry season, from May to October. Specifically, the period between June and October offers the best game viewing opportunities. During this time, the vegetation thins out, and wildlife congregates around the remaining water sources, making them easier to spot.