Positioned on the banks of the Luangwa River within a protected Game Management Area, Thornicroft Lodge offers a privileged safari setting with South Luangwa National Park unfolding directly opposite the Property. This unique location attracts a constant presence of wildlife, allowing guests to observe animals in their natural habitat while relaxing at the lodge.
Expertly guided game drives and walking safaris provide deeper insight into the region’s rich ecosystems, while the lodge itself offers a calm, comfortable retreat between activities. Thoughtfully prepared meals, riverside sundowners, and attentive hospitality create a seamless balance between adventure and relaxation. At Thornicroft Lodge, guests enjoy a safari experience defined by exclusivity, authenticity, and a strong connection to the wilderness.
Thornicroft Lodge offers five exclusive luxury chalets and five bush-style chalets, all overlooking the Luangwa River and the pristine wilderness of South Luangwa National Park. Designed to blend seamlessly with nature, the chalets deliver an intimate, authentic safari experience with exceptional comfort and privacy.
Fully self-contained and elegantly furnished with locally inspired finishes, they feature spacious interiors, natural ventilation, and expansive windows. Guests enjoy a unique “24-hour safari,” observing wildlife, listening to hippos, and witnessing shifting landscapes—day and night—from the comfort of their room.
Luxury Chalets
Luxury River View Chalets offer private, air-conditioned comfort overlooking the Luangwa River, blending elegance with peaceful wilderness surroundings.
Bush Chalets
Set beneath indigenous trees, five Bush Style River View Chalets overlook the Luangwa River, providing rustic charm and captivating wildlife views throughout your stay.
Tented Chalets
Six tented chalets under amarula trees provide authentic safari comfort, twin beds & a communal bathroom facility.
Very few places in the world can rival the wilderness of South Luangwa National Park. Celebrated for its pristine landscapes and untamed beauty, this extraordinary region is regarded as one of Africa’s finest safari destinations, perfect for travellers seeking authenticity and a deeper connection to nature.
As the birthplace of the iconic walking safari, South Luangwa offers a rare chance to explore the bush on foot, guided by experts who interpret tracks, wildlife behaviour, and the subtle rhythms of the ecosystem. These immersive experiences bring guests closer to the heart of the wild.
The Luangwa Valley is also renowned for its exceptional wildlife, including high concentrations of lions and leopards, as well as outstanding birdlife. With over 400 recorded species, birding safaris reveal colorful bee-eaters, kingfishers, raptors, and seasonal migratory birds.
Activities Include:
Jeep Safaris
Birding
Walking Safaris
Biking Safaris
Spa
Photography
