OVERVIEW
Thornicroft Lodge is ideally placed and aims to provide a quality experience in a ideal location.
In the heart of one of Africa's finest unspoiled wildlife destinations, Thornicroft offers you all the essential amenities for a truly memorable safari vacation. From value for money accommodation, good food & personalised services, the lodge caters in its best form of Zambian hospitality.
Setting & Ambiance
The lodge's main area are centred around a sweeping bar, lounge and restaurant area with views across the Luangwa river. Featuring simple wooden furniture, polished stone floors, and muted safari tones, the camp is impeccably maintained and spotless.
Accommodation Options
Thornicroft Lodge offers a variety of accommodations to suit different preferences and budgets, but we have selected their two main accommodations and would from experience highly recommend their luxury river view chalets, especially during the peak hotter season as they have air conditioning and have ample room inside and on the verandah to relax.
1. Luxury River View Chalet
Capacity:
2 - 3 people
Layout:
The Luxury River View Chalets offer luxurious accommodation on the banks of the picturesque Luangwa River. The interior blends modern comfort and traditional charm with wooden finishes and elegant African furnishings. These chalets are large and spacious with air-conditioning and are self contained..
2. Bush Style River View Chalets
Capacity:
2-3 people
Layout:
Set under a variety of indigenous trees and overlooking the South Luangwa River and its many inhabitants- our Bush Styles River View Chalets are all self contained and offer a rustic charm to your Safari experience. Both comfortable and cosy, these chalets capture the very essence of an African stay in the South Luangwa. Watching the Hippos waddle and splash or the Zebra quench their thirst anxiously while the crocodiles cunningly swim past them can keep you entertained throughout your stay.
Dining & Facilities
Restaurant:
Open-sided with a mix of covered and outdoor tables. Offers a varied à la carte menu. Meals are independent rather than communal.
Bar:
Sociable area with high stools and comfy sofas, open to non-residents.
Swimming Pool:
Surrounded by sun loungers and shady spots. The pool is in the shape of Zambia and so a different feature as such. The area is fenced off and so safe from most wildlife but please pay attention to the staff if alerted.
Shop:
Sells curios, books, clothing, and essentials, and provides internet access. Small reference library and book swap available.
Wildlife Viewing:
Elephant, hippo's and other wildlife can be in the lodge grounds at anytime and so please remember that you are guests in their home. Twice daily safari trips into the national park are included with your package.
Activities
Game Drives:
Day and night safari drives in open-sided vehicles.
Walking Safaris:
Available from June to October for groups of four or more.
Community Trips:
Visits to the community shops and locations can be arranged as a half day trip on request.
Community Involvement:
Cycling trips around the local area can be arranged where visits normally include the local handicraft operations for the good of the locals and Conservation South Luangwa.
Unique Aspects
Autonomy: Meals are normally arranged around the daily safari trips but if you need flexibility then just ask, and also with other activities, providing a more relaxed and personalized experience.
Hospitality: The resident team are constantly looking at improving their offering, at the same time providing a value for money proposition and that is why we use them.
Stay with us and become absorbed in the wonders of the South Luangwa National Park, one of the greatest parks in Africa. Thornicroft lodge is set in a beautiful location on the banks of the Luangwa River, home to wallowing hippos and bathing elephants and makes the most of our wonderful surroundings without compromising on comfort.
Learn from our expert guides about the wildlife and environment of this breathtaking National Park. Whilst here, you can explore the untamed wilderness of the South Luangwa & the rich National Parks surrounding the lodge with unforgettable dawn, sunset and night drives in open 4x4's with some of the best safari guides in Africa.
We welcome you at Thornicroft to experience true Zambian Hospitality - "Timu landilani", which means "Welcome!".