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Muchenje Safari Lodge

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8/10

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Highlights

- Privately owned
- Superb location
- Family friendly
- Range of activities

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Overview

Muchenje Safari Lodge is situated in the Chobe Forest Reserve, to the west of the famous Chobe National Park. A quieter location with easy access into the National Park this is a comfortable, affordable lodge with excellent year round game viewing.

The main area has a spacious lounge area, bar, look out platform, dining rooms, curio shop, library and a feature swimming pool built amongst the rock formations. High quality service and pretty views across the river makes the lodge a very peaceful place to relax.

This intimate lodge has only 11 thatched bungalows, all with commanding views over the Chobe. Each room is traditionally furnished and has a private bathroom and lovely private balcony. A family suite is available with a loft sleeping area for the kids.

A range of activities are offered at Muchenje including the Chobe famous boat safaris. The more traditional vehicle safaris, both in the reserve surrounding the lodge as well as into the Chobe National Park, are conducted in open 4x4 safari vehicles with qualified professional guides. Night safaris and walking safaris can also be arranged as well as local village visits.

There is a minimum child age of 8 years and no specific child programmes at this property. The camp is unfenced so wildlife is free to roam through camp providing some memorable moments but also requiring close supervision of children. However, overall this is a very family friendly camp that tailors the safari experience to suit all guests.

Muchenje is a professionally run, good quality camp that avoids the crowds and extremely high prices of neighbouring Linyanti and Okavango.

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  • I was also just about to email you to thank you and the team for arranging yet again, another wonderful experience.

    Mount Kenya was spectacular and wild - I think I prefer it to Kili in many ways. The entire support team was professional, friendly and all round fantastic in making sure that we were safe, well fed and well looked after. In particular, we would commend Peter the guide as well as Paul one of the porters who doubled-up as his deputy on summit day. Our route was often shrouded in mist and rain that rapidly gathered in the valleys and moorlands, and we were very impressed at how Peter managed to navigate us safely through all of that notwithstanding. In addition, we loved learning about the history of Mount Kenya from him in the evenings. And ofcourse, I was blown away by the lovely birthday surprise at the end complete with balloons and a delicious cake that had journeyed with us from day 1. One thing we might recommend because of the sudden change in weather (it would sometimes get extremely cold and wet) is for the equipment list to be a little bit more detailed in terms of its recommendations e.g. layers to be moisture-wicking, walking boots be waterproof, doubling up on socks to avoid blisters etc.

    El Karama is a beautiful conservancy and the lodge a true labour of love. Great hospitality in a relaxed environment. Delicious, fresh food. We enjoyed the drives, even if we didn't see much wildlife as the heavens opened on us for the last two outings. However, since it was very much geared towards families, I am not sure if I would stay again without kids. That said, I think it was perfect for a 3d/2n stay post mountain, and a much better choice than flying to the masai mara given the limited time we had.

    Our transits were smooth. Samuel the driver was always on time, drove safely and kept the vehicle clean.

    So it was a brilliant experience and one which I certainly will cherish for some time to come. It was great to work with you for a third time, and I certainly hope it won't be the last

    MissingJuhae C reviewing Mount Kenya Sirimon Naro Moru Trek on 01 March 2024

  • Thank you, we had an absolute wonderful time, and everything was well-planned and as described. Carla was crying on the day of our departure from Ants Nest, she didn’t want to go home and for it all to end, and when I asked how much longer she would want to stay, she responded “four weeks”

    MissingLars B reviewing Best of South Africa for Families on 01 March 2024

  • We had the most amazing time. It exceeded all my hopes of what the trip would be. The guides, the hotels - everything was of such a wonderful quality. Thank you for organizing everything. I will absolutely recommend Tourdust and use you again.

    MissingClaudia L reviewing Luxury Desert Holiday on 11 January 2024

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