Amalinda Lodge

This is a really unique African experience - don't miss it. The focus is not on the game (though walking so close to white rhinos was rather a thrill) but on the rock art of the San people, and enjoying the lodge and the pool. There was some welcome rain when we were there but it didn't stop us getting out everyday with Howard, who was a fabulous guide - extremely knowledgeable about the rock art, and the politics and history of Rhodesia/Zimbabwe. The food was fantastic - we had some of the best steak we have ever had anywhere in the world - and the infinity pool with zebra and a zonkey grazing nearby was a delight. We also had a very interesting walking tour of Bulawayo with Paul Hubbard - worth trying to arrange if you can. The country is a mess, but the people are delightful and it is very safe.

Nous avons passé un excellent séjour dans ce très beau lodge. Les chambres sont construites dans les rochers et elles sont toutes différentes. Elles sont très bien décorées . La nôtre avait une douche à l intérieur et aussi à extérieur . Elle avait aussi une terrasse offrant une superbe vue. Nous avons aussi vraiment très bien mangé. Pour ce qui est des excursions nous avons fait : la visite d un village (sympathique mais rapide), le safari à pied à la recherche du rhino (nous avons pu voir une femelle et son bébé de 3ans), la visite de la tombe de Cecil Rhodes qui vaut surtout pour son site en haut d une colline offrant une vue 360 degré, les peintures rupestres (un peu décevant) . L ensemble du personnel est vraiment charmant et serviable. La piscine permet aussi un agréable moment de détente. Nous avons aussi vu le rare zonkey.bref un excellent séjour

With a stunning setting among the kopjes and bush, we had a delightful stay at Amalinda. The team were very welcoming, from Harold who picked us up from the airport, to the welcome from Angela and Brightwell and our excellent guide Kevin. The lodge is charming, with a beautiful swimming pool and bar area, great evening fire place and charming dining room. Excellent meals and service. Thanks so much team.

Amalinda Lodge is very unique and charming. The lodge is actually set right in the granite hills. Our room had a large boulder right in the middle separating the bathroom and bedroom. The room itself was spacious with a comfortable king bed. The staff and service are top notch. This is also true of the delicious food served in the restaurant. My travel agent had told the lodge I had an aversion to onions, and without any prompting from myself, the staff made sure every meal was onion free. It was this attention to detail that made the lodge standout. As for our guide, Kevin, he was very knowledgeable with eyes sharp enough to pick out a small, spotted owl in a tree that gave my wife a great photo. Other than rhinos( which you are almost guaranteed to see in the park), the wildlife is not abundant in this area. However, this is not the main reason to come here. You come to Amalinda Lodge for the spectacular scenery of the granite hills, the history, the culture, and yes, the rhinos. We started our 2 week safari with 3 nights at Amalinda, and it was a great way to be introduced to the culture and history of Zimbabwe( the animals came later). It was also one of the most unique lodges we have ever stayed in. What a treat!

First Class. A++. This place gets my highest absolute highest rating. Beautiful location. Elegant design in a natural setting. Food was delicious. Staff was friendly and helpful. Safari guides were incredibly professional and knowledgeable. Look no further, this is the best safari lodge in the area.

We loved our stay here. The rock face of the majestic Matopos seamlessly flow into the room and cloister a lovely shower. The magnificent atmosphere of the place itself is complemented by the calm but warm welcome of the staff. Everything was as it should be, and the magic of the lodge surpassed expectation - photos barely do it justice! Thank you for a wonderful stay. We wished we could have stayed longer!