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Amalinda Lodge

Matobo Hills, Zimbabwe · Private concession

Lodge describes itself as: Luxury. Self-declared by the lodge, not an official grade.Lodge

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Full board+ (FB+)

All meals, Local and imported beverages and 5 more

9 rooms

Twin, Double, Family and 1 more

All ages welcome

Family rooms available

By air

1 hr from Joshua Nkomo Airport, Bulawayo

From about A$640

per person / night, sharing

Overview

About Amalinda Lodge

Amalinda Lodge fits its nine rooms into the granite boulders of Zimbabwe’s Matobo Hills, 45 kilometres by road from Bulawayo. Rock formations shape the rooms as well as the surrounding landscape, while the granite infinity pool, bar, library and safari spa offer places to unwind. Rhino tracking, San rock art and visits to the Rhodes memorial bring wildlife and history into the same stay. Families are welcome, with a Family room category alongside Twin, Double and Suite options. The fully inclusive plan covers meals, drinks, laundry and two activities on each full day.

“We love the rooms shaped around granite boulders and the combination of rhino tracking and rock art. It suits families and travellers who want cultural history alongside wildlife.”
Why we love it · Explore Africa

Best for

FamiliesLeisure

Known for

What you can expect to see

Rhino

Rhino tracking and granite landscapes are the draw in the Matobo Hills, with San rock art adding a cultural dimension.

Your stay

What's included

Board: Full board+ (FB+)

Special offer: Stay 6 nights, pay for 5 when combining Amalinda Lodge in Matopos with one of the collection's Hwange camps.

Included

  • All meals
  • Local and imported beverages
  • Two activities per full day
  • National park fees
  • Monument fees
  • Shared Bulawayo airport transfers
  • Laundry

Not included

The Mother Africa Conservation and Community Levy is USD 40 per adult per night and is added to the invoice. Comprehensive travel insurance is required.

Optional extras (at a cost)

Private transfers and external excursions cost extra. Private vehicle hire is USD 350 per paying night; a private professional guide is USD 400 per night.

Facilities

Comforts and facilities

At the property

  • Swimming pool
  • Spa
  • Library
  • Wine cellar
  • Bar

In your room

  • Mini bar
  • Tea/coffee station
  • Safe

Rooms

Where you sleep

  • TwinTwo double beds, En-suite bathroom, Open-plan room, Ground level
  • DoubleElevated among the rocks
  • Family
  • SuiteEn-suite bathroom, King-size bed, Tea/coffee station, Lounge area, Fan, Mosquito net, Hair dryer, Electric blankets

Getting there

How you'll arrive

  1. Joshua Nkomo Airport, Bulawayo
  2. 1 hr transfer
  3. Amalinda Lodge
How you arrive
By air · 1 hr from Joshua Nkomo Airport, Bulawayo
Transfers
Amalinda Lodge is 45 kilometres by road from Bulawayo. Shared transfers from Joshua Nkomo Airport take one hour and are included in the fully inclusive rate.

Good to know

Before you book

Check-in
From 12:00
Check-out
By 10:00
Children
All ages welcome. Family rooms available

When to go

Best time to visit

  1. January: Green season
  2. February: Green season
  3. March: Green season
  4. April: Green season
  5. May: Green season
  6. June: Dry season, best game viewing
  7. July: Dry season, best game viewing
  8. August: Dry season, best game viewing
  9. September: Dry season, best game viewing
  10. October: Dry season, best game viewing
  11. November: Green season
  12. December: Green season
  • Dry season, best game viewing
  • Green season
Month-by-month notes

Jan

Green season

Wildlife: Green season

Green season brings lush landscapes and excellent birding.

Feb

Green season

Wildlife: Green season

Green season brings lush landscapes and excellent birding.

Mar

Green season

Wildlife: Green season

Green season brings lush landscapes and excellent birding.

Apr

Green season

Wildlife: Green season

Green season brings lush landscapes and excellent birding.

May

Green season

Wildlife: Green season

Green season brings lush landscapes and excellent birding.

Jun

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Dry season, best for rhino tracking on foot

Dry season is best for rhino tracking on foot in Matopos.

Jul

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Dry season, best for rhino tracking on foot

Dry season is best for rhino tracking on foot in Matopos.

Aug

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Dry season, best for rhino tracking on foot

Dry season is best for rhino tracking on foot in Matopos.

Sep

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Dry season, best for rhino tracking on foot

Dry season is best for rhino tracking on foot in Matopos.

Oct

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Dry season, best for rhino tracking on foot

Dry season is best for rhino tracking on foot in Matopos.

Nov

Green season

Wildlife: Green season

Green season brings lush landscapes and excellent birding.

Dec

Green season

Wildlife: Green season

Green season brings lush landscapes and excellent birding.

How we judge each month
  • Dry season, best game viewingAmong this property's strongest months for conditions, access and key experiences.
  • GoodVery favourable conditions for this property and its key experiences.A generally good time to stay, with some normal seasonal compromises.
  • Green seasonWorkable for specific priorities, with notable seasonal compromises.The property operates, but seasonal conditions bring substantial trade-offs.
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