“A wonderful, warm lodge with all the amenities one could hope for and exceptional staff who both provide superb hospital”

The lodge offers an experience that feels much like visiting a friend’s beloved home. Set above a river bed one has a feeling of living in the trees. It has been lovingly and thoughtfully designed to be exceptionally functional and casually chic without ever feeling as clinical as ‘hotel type’ accommodation. Where most lodges are muted tones of beige, white & brown, Shimungwe is colourful and warm.

“A few idyllic days away and can't wait to go back.”

An absolutely magnificent lodge with incredible staff and the game viewing was exceptional.

“Fabulous big five game viewing in a small, intimate & cosy lodge - just loved it!”

The staff are warm and friendly, but the best thing is the lodge is small, so it doesn't feel like a hotel, it feels so much nicer and it's instantly relaxing. The suites are lovely with a beautiful view of the river and sitting around the campfire is fabulous - it's not tucked away - it also overlooks the river so you could be lucky to see animals at night, which is great. The game viewing was superb! The ranger/tracker team worked hard to make sure we saw a wide variety of animals and share their knowledge on all kinds of small & interesting details, what a wonderful safari, just loved it!

“Amazing! Attentive, not intrusive service. Delicious food, incredible game drives. Loved the stay and hope to be back so”