Chichele Presidential Lodge carries a quieter kind of acclaim, shaped by its South Luangwa setting, considered hospitality and the way the stay keeps landscape, comfort and safari rhythm in careful balance.
Chichele Presidential Lodge sits in South Luangwa, Zambia, within riverine woodland and oxbow country shaped by the Luangwa River. The setting keeps the stay grounded in the surrounding landscape, with wildlife, light and distance shaping the sense of place before each day’s safari begins.
From the UK, most journeys connect through Lusaka, Livingstone or regional hubs before continuing by light aircraft or road to the safari area.
For Zambia’s strongest combinations, light aircraft is often the most practical way to preserve safari time between remote parks.
An elegant design-led hilltop lodge that was a former presidential retreat, with sweeping South Luangwa views.
10 x Vista Suites
Single bedroom with spacious lounge area, ensuite bathrooms, and private viewing deck with plunge pool.
1 x Family Suite
Two bedrooms connected by a lounge
Book Vista Suites 1 & 2 and you get the Safari Lounge for Free. Vista Suite 1 and Safari Lounge are wheel chair friendly.
+ Swimming pool
+ Game drives
+ Cultural or community visits
+ Guided wildlife viewing
+ Dining and sundowner spaces
+ Guest lounge or main area
Best months for wildlife: Jun-Oct
Minimum Age: None
Lodge style: Design-led lodge with 10 rooms and a swimming pool.
Seasonal opening: Open year-round.
Activities for kids: Children are generally welcome, with activity participation guided by age and safety rules.
Malaria health note: High malaria risk (Nov–Jun).
As an independent partner of 360 Private Travel, eligible flight-inclusive holidays booked through us are financially protected by 360 Private Travel Ltd under the UK ATOL scheme, ATOL number 7514. 360 Private Travel Ltd is also IATA accredited under IATA number 91200056.
Qualifying flight-inclusive holidays are financially protected under the UK ATOL scheme, where applicable. You will receive an ATOL Certificate confirming the protection covering your individual booking.
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