Extraordinary history and spectacular views
Originally built as the vacation home of Zambia's founder Dr. Kenneth Kaunda and to host dignitaries here, today Chichele Presidential is one of Africa's most luxurious safari lodges. Located atop Chichele Hill in South Luangwa National Park, the lodge offers 360-degree views of dense forests, endless savannah, rivers and floodplains, surrounded by the distant hills of the Great Rift Valley.
Exclusive safari experiences and ultimate pampering
Enjoy incredible and exclusive safari experiences during the day and then retreat to one of the beautiful Vista Suites where you can enjoy uninterrupted views of the valley from your private pool or marvel at the wildlife walking by as you relax on your veranda. On the culinary front, there is something for everyone, whether you are in the mood for a freshly baked wood-fired pizza or a flavorful gourmet dinner. Add a world-class spa, yoga deck, gym and infinity pool equipped with a terrace with breathtaking views and only one question remains: when will you come back? Where the world can't find you...
Tips & Tops Chichele Presidential:
- Small scale with only ten elegant and attractive Vista Suites
- The just ten Chichele Presidential Vista Suites, with the best views in Zambia, are made of natural stone, wood and glass and blend harmoniously with the landscape. The
- In each room there is a large sofa that can be converted into a comfortable double bed, ideal when traveling with children
- Discover the action-packed South Luangwa National Park full of lions, leopards, elephants, an abundance of hippos and more than 400 bird species on adventurous game drives or walking safaris
- Chichele Presidential Lodge offers several dining options, including a Boma Dinner and Choir Show, an interactive cooking station with wood-fired oven pizzas, formal dinners and private dinners, all with an emphasis on fresh, local ingredients
- Fresh fruits and vegetables are hand-picked from a local market, spices and some rare herbs come from a secret location, and the wines are the very best from South African vineyards. Coffee is always freshly ground and a wide selection of teas is available













