If you have at least two nights, then head for Lechwe Lodge where you'll find six delightful rondavels dotted around well-kept lawns beside a farmhouse. All are roomy with solid wooden furniture, cool polished floors, en-suite showers and toilets. Lechwe's food is fresh and plentiful - truly wholesome farm fare.

There's a resident guide for drives and walks around the farm, though walking on your own is allowed as there are no big cats, elephant or buffalo. The farm covers a sizeable area of woodlands and floodplains beside the Kafue River. Here you will find giraffe, eland, Lichtenstein's hartebeest, Kafue lechwe, oribi and sitatunga, as well as many of the more common antelope of the region. Numerous crocodiles, otters and hippos inhabit the river whilst plenty of serval stalk near its banks.

Birdwatchers won't be disappointed; there are over 420 species here, including numerous water-birds and waders. Boat trips along the river and fishing excursions are also possible most of the year, as is horse-riding (for experienced riders only), whilst excellent farm tours showcase their eco-friendly production systems for pork and fish.

Lechwe is a gentle and civilised place, perfect for just relaxing on your first, or last, few nights in Zambia; it's excellent value.

Lodge overview

Lodge type: Safari

No. of bedrooms: 6 solid thatched chalets

Season: Open Year Round

Ideal length of stay: Lechwe is it too far from Lusaka to be practical for just a one-night stop, so 2-3 nights is ideal here.

Geographics

Location: Lusaka area, Zambia

Accessible by: Self-drive or Fly-and-Transfer

Food & drink

Usual board basis: Full Board

Dining style: Inidividual Tables

Dining locations: Indoor and Outdoor Dining

Special interests

Birdwatching: A great spot with river, flodplain and woodland birds - See more of our suggestions of the best places for Birdwatching

Riding: Good riding near Lusaka - though best for more experienced riders - See more of our suggestions of the best places for Riding

Walking: You can walk yourself around here, or walk with a guide: it is a rare choice in Africa - See more of our suggestions of the best places for Walking

Wildlife: A gentle, low-key wildlife experience - See more of our suggestions of the best places for Wildlife

Central communications

Power supply: Mains Electricity

Health & safety

Malarial area: Yes

Dangerous animals: Moderate Risk

Extras

Disabled access: On Request

Laundry facilities: Full Laundry Service - Extra Charge

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