Amalinda Lodge
Amalinda Lodge is set within the jumbled granite domes and kopjes of Matobo Hills World Heritage site, just 45 kilometres from Zimbabwe’s second city, Bulawayo. The lodge has a very secluded location thanks to the magnificent landscape with its many small hidden valleys. Children of all ages are welcome.
Accommodation & Facilities
Amalinda Lodge has nine spacious rooms built from stone and thatch scattered among the rocks. There are three family rooms each sleeping four people and all have showers and a bath, apart from one which has an outdoor shower instead. The rooms vary in size and layout thanks to the nature of the rocks on which they are built, and this adds greatly to the character of the lodge. The central part of the lodge includes a pool with a great view, a dining room, a library, a chess room, and two bars. Amalinda has plenty of quiet corners in which guests can relax and enjoy the sounds of the bush around the camp, and there’s also a spa.
Eating & Sleeping
Chefs are happy to prepare children’s food at times to suit. Children can choose smaller and simpler versions of the standard meals or the chefs can cook whatever the kids prefer. If there are specific dietary requirements please request in advance to allow the kitchen to make the necessary purchases and plan the menu. Babysitting is provided by female staff members. Please request upon reservation to ensure there is availability on arrival. Normal etiquette is to tip the babysitter directly.
Wildlife & Activities
Activities at Amalinda Logde include game drives in the Matobo National Park, walks to see sites of historical interest, visits to ancient bushman rock art sites and shelters, and bush walks. The national park has a rhino sanctuary, and walks to see these wonderful animals can be arranged on request. Wildlife to be seen in the area includes kudu, zebra, impala and other plains game. There are numerous leopard living in the hills but they are rarely seen thanks to the thick bush and good cover. The hills have a very high density of Verreaux’s or black eagles that feed on the numerous hyrax found here. These magnificent raptors can often be seen soaring for hours across the rugged landscape.
Specifically for children …
There are several activities suitable for children including:
• Swimming.
• Community visits.
• My Beautiful Home Bicycle ride (minimum age 12 years).
• Local school visit.
• Hikes on the concession.
• Rock climbing.
• The historical Railway Museum.
