Amalinda Lodge

Amalinda Lodge
Amalinda Lodge
Amalinda Lodge
Amalinda Lodge
Amalinda Lodge
Amalinda Lodge
Amalinda Lodge
Amalinda Lodge
Amalinda Lodge
Amalinda Lodge
Highlights
  • Views of the Matobo Hills
  • Very interesting rooms
  • The infinity pool
  • That private swing bridge
  • Rhino tracking
  • Trek to Rhodes' grave
  • Spa massages out in the bush
Information
  • Lodge type; Safari Camp
  • Location; Matobo Hills
  • Lodge size; 9 Rooms
  • Recommended stay; 2-3 nights

Surrounded by granite domes and balancing rocks, Amalinda Lodge offers a wide range of activities

Situated 45 kilometres south of Bulawayo in the Matobo Hills, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is famed for rhino conservation, granite hills, the highest concentration of rock art in Southern Africa as well as wildlife and birdlife.

Amalinda is a privately owned and family-run lodge that offers up excellent Matobo accommodation options as well as safari activities that take full advantage of all that the Matobo Hills have to offer.

A superb and interesting destination awaits.

Rooms and Suites

Nine rooms are set within granite boulders, each with a different and distinctive look and feel, large bedrooms with a small lounge and en-suite bathrooms with both showers and baths.

Room amenities;

  • Dressing Gowns
  • Fan
  • Hair Dryer
  • Heater
  • Mini-Bar
  • Mosquito Nets
  • Pure Cotton Linen
  • Safe
  • Tea/Coffee

A Private Villa with three bedrooms is available for families or a small group of friends; the villa offers a private guide, host/hostess and chef, as well as access to the main lodge's facilities.

Cuisine and Wine

Gourmet cuisine with both buffet and cooked breakfast is followed by a 2-course lunch and then in the early evening a 3-course dinner. Depending on the weather, dining locations are either in the main dining area or outside under the African sky serenaded by the sounds of the wild.

Facilities

The social hub of the lodge is the central guest area, it is here that one finds a large lounge area with a small library, two bar areas offer a variety of local and imported beverages.

Outdoors, a viewing deck, infinity pool with loungers, dining area all overlook a waterhole.

other facilities and services available;

  • 24-hour Security
  • Battery Charging Facilities
  • Internet Access (Paid)
  • Mobile Connectivity
Activities

All safari activities are led by a team of knowledgeable and professional guides that know and understand the Matobo Hills like the back of their hands.

Your choice of activities include:

  • Historic trek to Rhodes' grave and "View of the World"
  • Sunset hikes to the tops of granite dwallas (koppies)
  • Walks to world-renowned caves and bushman paintings
  • Game drives into the Matobo National Park
  • Rhino walks (on request, additional cost)
Child Friendly

Families with kids of all ages are most welcome, three family rooms are available as is suitable activities and meals.

Spa and Wellness

Spoil yourself with a Full Body Massage, Back and Neck Massage, Hot Rock Massage, Manicure or Pedicure. Massage locations are out in nature surrounded by the beauty of the Matobo Hills or the absolute privacy of one's private suite.

See the Amalinda Lodge map below

Rates From

Rates from US$435.00 pp

Rates Information

Per person per night sharing
Rates are in US Dollar
*Rates may vary according to season

Rates Include
  • Accommodation
  • All local beverages
  • Three meals per day
  • Two activities per day
  • Laundry
Rates Exclude
  • All flights
  • All transfers
  • Premium drinks
  • Optional activities
  • Gratuities
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Travel insurance
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