Location. The Protea Hotel Safari Lodge is located in a private game reserve in Chisamba, Zambia, 55 kilometres from Lusaka city centre. Lusaka International Airport is 65 kilometres from the hotel.
Hotel Features. Set within gardens on a private game reserve, the Protea Hotel Safari Lodge comprises individual thatched chalets. The lodges grounds feature an outdoor pool complete with a tree shaded terrace. Game drives can be arranged on request and the hotel also features its own lion enclosure. Other amenities include complimentary wireless Internet in public areas, a safe deposit box and complimentary onsite parking.
The Mutete Restaurant at the Protea Safari Lodge is an open sided thatched building set overlooking the gardens, swimming pool, and lake. It offers a complimentary buffet breakfast every morning, and international dishes are served for lunch and dinner. The Kapinga Bar is situated within a grass walled boma area and serves local and international beers and liqueurs. Meals can also be served on the terrace.
The lodges conference centre offers audiovisual equipment and can accommodate up to 80 delegates.
The Protea Lodge features a boules court and offers a range of activities, including walking, bird watching, fishing in the lake, dinner dances, and wine tastings. A kids pool and a playground are provided for children. Babysitting services are available on request. Lusaka, 55 kilometres away, offers a polo field, three golf courses, and facilities for bowls, tennis and squash.
Guestrooms. The 16 chalets, four suites and 20 guestrooms feature private verandas overlooking the lake or the bush. Bright, colourful decor combines traditional African style with modern European design. Amenities include tea and coffee facilities, telephones, satellite television, electronic safes, and bathrooms with separate showers and tubs.
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Rates:
156 - 156
Number Of Rooms: 75
Number Of Floors: 7
Protea Hotel Lusaka Safari Lodge
Plot 1887 Kamaila Road Chisamba, P O Box
Lusaka, Zambia 10100
Driving Directions:
From Lusaka International Airport (LUN):
Distance to the Protea Hotel Safari Lodge is 65 kilometres, approximately 50 minutes drive.
Getting there. A taxi fare is typically 60 USD. The hotel can arrange an airport shuttle on request for additional fee. Prices subject to change.
Getting around. The grounds around the hotel can be explored on foot. A guide is recommended for traveling further afield.
Driving directions. From Lusaka Airport, take the Great East Road to Lusaka
Continue to the Kabwe roundabout.
Take the third exit onto the Great North Road.
Continue for 35 kilometres and then follow signs for the Protea Hotel Safari Lodge, off to the right.