Hippo Lodge is a rustic small lodge with six 'chalet' style solid built rooms on the banks of the Kafue River at one of it's widest points.
Run by Zambians Bruce and Caitlin and head guide Joe, this lodge has a friendly feel to it and provides great guiding and hosting in a relaxing setting. There is a large lounge and dining area with seperate bar and a refreshing small pool overlooking the river.
The rooms are lit by parafin lamps at night, solar power is available in the main area and batteries can be charged here. Currently four rooms are stone built and two thatched but they are soon to be converted all to stone.
Day and night drives can be enjoyed here, along with bush walks and the area close to the river is a great place for sightings of the elusive leopard. Boat safaris are fantastic for birders and plenty of game can be seen drinking at the waters edge. A unique experience here is a trip to the nearby hot springs - a sand bottomed jacuzzi in a pond in the bush! Candle lit evening sundowners and snacks will never again be had in such a surreal location!
This is a fantastic central location in the northern section of Kafue and attracts a huge variety of wildlife. It can be linked easilly with other lodges and camps in the northern section and compliments particularly with the Busanga Plains area which is 1-2 hours by boat then a 2-3 hour game drive transfer away.
