Below is a list of lodges we would recommend specifically for traditional cultures in Africa. You may read more about each lodge by clicking on the lodge name. We suggest you take a closer look, and then if you like what you see you can add the lodge to your list of favourites, and go from there...

26 lodges found for traditional cultures in Africa

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Ibo Island Lodge Quirimbas Archipelago, Mozambique

Ibo is home to three thousand people, mostly living in traditional villages, just outside the original old town, most of which haven't changed for thousands of years. Fishermen still build teak dhows by hand on the beach, silversmiths hand-craft intricate jewellery using ancient techniques and tools in the fort, and curious children call out traditional greetings. A visit here isn't staged; it's a friendly way to experience a real slice of African island life. - View lodge details

Khwai Tented Camp Okavango Delta Safari Reserves, Botswana

Khwai Tented Camp is fairly unusual amongst Botswana's safari camps in that it is near a village which visitors are encouraged to visit. Khwai Village is home to river bushman, and you have the chance to be sensitively introduced to these people: visit a homestead, meet some of the elders and learn how they live in this wild environment. Crucially, your visit here benefits the village by funding projects which were started by the camp. - View lodge details

Lemala Ngorongoro Ngorongoro Crater & Conservation Area, Tanzania

There are a few local maasai villages within walking distance of the camp so it is possible to visit a local family.There are a few local Maasai villages within walking distance of camp, which guests can visit whilst staying at Lemala Camp. This is a chance to interact more with the local people – and it's all the better because you arrive on foot rather then in a vehicle. Expect to be surrounded by curious local children! - View lodge details

Edo's Camp Central Kalahari Game Reserve, Botswana

One of the activities offered at Edo's Camp is a visit to a nearby bushman village. The camp also offers the option to enjoy an evening of traditional bushman dancing. These shows are performed by a group set up as a community initiative and all proceeds go back into the local area. The group would need to be requested in advance of your visit and there would be an additional charge for this. - View lodge details

Meno A Kwena Kalahari's Salt Pans, Botswana
A village tour can be arranged at Meno A Kwena on request. This is a three- to four-hour activity including a visit to the local primary school. Your guide will introduce you to various members of the community as you pass through the village, including the headman and local police officer. There's also time to try the locally brewed beer or to visit the local craftsmen. - View lodge details

Guludo Beach Lodge Pemba & mainland, Mozambique

Guludo Beach Lodge does a huge amount for its local community and even has a charity called Nema, which is dedicated to improving the lives of those in the surrounding areas. If you want to experience a typical Mozambique village then this is a great base from which to do it as you will receive the warmest possible welcome. You can meet local people and even visit a local disco. - View lodge details

Kaya Mawa Likoma Island, Malawi
Likoma Island is home to local villages as well as the lodge. Village tours with a guide can be arranged, or you can take a map of the island and just set off – on foot or bike – depending on how much you'd like to explore. We found the locals very friendly, and it's easy to arrange an informal community tour – with or without a visit to the Cathedral. - View lodge details

Okahirongo Elephant Lodge Damaraland, Namibia
Okahirongo Lodge is set in the remote Purros Conservancy, in Namibia's northwest corner. Here, you'll have the option to visit a local Himba village, and to gain insights into the culture and everyday life of these semi-nomadic, desert-dwelling people. The Himba have managed to maintain much of their traditional lifestyle, and a visit there is very interesting! - View lodge details

Kikadini Villas Michamvi Peninsula, Zanzibar
Kikadini Villas stands beside the laid-back Zanzibari village of Jambiani – which is, in our experience, the cleanest and most friendly village on the island. We can warmly recommend that visitors take an inexpensive village tour here – as these are very personal, low-key introductions to the local villagers with fascinating insights into their culture. - View lodge details

Ngaro Sero Lake Natron Camp Lake Natron, Tanzania
Lake Natron and the surrounding area are home to the Maasai, small villages and bomas (traditional Maasai homesteads) dot the landscape and herds of cattle graze the grasslands. This is an interesting place to see how the Maasai live and learn something of their culture; and its possible to visit a family home with a guide from Lake Natron Camp. - View lodge details

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Alternatively, click below for more ideas of places to consider for traditional cultures throughout our specialist region:


Traditional Cultures in Africa | Traditional Cultures in Botswana | Traditional Cultures in Malawi | Traditional Cultures in Mozambique | Traditional Cultures in Namibia | Traditional Cultures in Tanzania | Traditional Cultures in Zambia | Traditional Cultures in Zanzibar


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