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The South Luangwa National Park is a place of
primeval forest and lush savanna, stretching for hundreds of miles and
encompassing the Luangwa River basin, its adjacent highlands and a mosaic of
different habitats extending outwards from the central river.
Formerly a private
Presidential retreat, Chichele (pronounce to rhyme with belly)
occupies one of the most breathtaking sites in the entire park.
Since the original structures, built circa 1960, became very
dilapidated, Star of Africa has undertaken a complete transformation
of the building to create a spectacular new central lodge of stone
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Accommodation:
In order to exploit the wonderful floodplain vistas offered by the
site, 10 elegant Victorian style lodges are built along the edge of
the hillside, each giving guests a private panoramic view.
Quality
furnishings and discreet service will provide the necessary level of
comfort expected by the upmarket visitor.
All accommodation has:-
Air conditioning
En-suite toilet, basin, shower & bath
Mini bar
Mosquito nets |
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Amenities and services:
Swimming pool
Curio shop
Laundry
Conference facilities |
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Activities:
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Full range of game drives in the South Luangwa National Park using
open 4 x 4 vehicles. Each vehicle is driven by a qualified,
knowledgeable guide.
• Wildlife to be seen includes Elephant, Lions, Wild Dog, Buffalo,
Giraffe and a wide variety of antelope in addition to many other
endemic species.
• Night drives using spotlights enable guests to see such nocturnal
animals as leopard, night ape and spotted hyena.
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Game walks conducted by armed professional guides ranging from short
excursions to longer overnight trips. |
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What to
bring...
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Binoculars, Camera, Good walking shoes, Shirts, shorts and trousers
(neutral colors for Rhino Tour), Smart casual dress for dinner,
Collared shirts are recommended rather than T shirts, Wide brimmed
hat is essential (caps are not recommended as they give very little
protection from the sun). Warm jacket or
jersey for the months of May through to August (warm socks and a fleece
may be necessary for winter evenings), Flashlight, Toiletries and insect
repellents, Sunscreen lotion, Reference book for personal interests.
Please note that
Chichele Presidential Lodge is in a
malarial area, therefore guests are strongly advised to consult their
doctor regarding a suitable course of anti malarial prophylactics.
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No children under 16 years old are accepted.
Rates:
 Please contact us for a suggested
itinerary and quote
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