Lodge cabins
Spacious log cabins with private verandas, fireplaces and en-suite bathrooms.
Nyika National Park
Chelinda Lodge
Chelinda Lodge brings together intimate cabin stays, fireside comfort and the open landscapes of the Nyika Plateau.
From $350per person per nightPlan a Stay at Chelinda Lodge
Lodge character
A highland lodge made for slowing down.
Seven cabin units, including a family unit, make this a small and personal place to return to after a day on the plateau.
Chelinda Lodge with the Nyika Plateau stretching behind it.
- Day / night drives
- Walking safaris · 18+
- Fly fishing
- Mountain biking
- Birding
- Community visits
- Wi-Fi
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Accommodation
Space, warmth and a view.
Seven cabin units, including a family unit, look across the open Nyika Plateau.
Accommodation optionsLodge cabins · Family unit
Dining
Breakfast before the plateau. Dinner by the fire.
Three meals each day are included. When a full-day drive or longer walk carries you farther across the plateau, lunch can travel with you. Please share dietary requirements when planning your stay. Local drinks are included; premium and imported drinks are additional.
Exploring Nyika
A wider view of the plateau.
Scheduled activities are included as part of every stay. Cross the grasslands on day and night drives, enter forest pockets on foot, follow the birdlife or explore by mountain bike. Guided walking safaris are for guests aged 18 and above. Fishing is available at Chelinda. An additional permit is required and can be purchased at Chelinda.
- Minimum stay age
- 7+
- Low-season rate
- $350
- Peak-season rate
- $410
Stay detailsIncluded · Accommodation · Single stays
Rates & inclusions
Clear from the beginning.
International rates shown in US dollars. Final dates, availability and charges are confirmed in writing.
StayLow seasonPeak seasonBasis
Cabin accommodationLow season$350Peak season$410per person per night, based on two guests sharing
Single supplement: 30%.
Included
Accommodation
Included on the accommodation basis shown in your confirmed itinerary.
Three meals each day
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included. Please share dietary requirements before arrival.
Local drinks
The property’s local drinks selection is included. Imported wines, imported beers and premium spirits fall outside this inclusion.
Scheduled activities
Scheduled activities are planned around place, season and the guests travelling. Guided walking safaris are for guests aged 18 and above.
Not included
Park entry fees
National park charges depend on the applicable category and length of stay. Your quotation confirms the current fees.
Statutory tourism and conservation levies
Quoted separately when needed for your dates and travel arrangements.
Premium and imported drinks
Premium and imported drinks are charged separately unless specifically listed in your confirmed itinerary.
Road or air transfers
Transfers are arranged in advance and quoted for your route and party.
Private activities and optional extras
Private activities and optional excursions are arranged in advance and quoted separately.
Fishing permits
Fishing requires a separate permit; the current price is confirmed with Chelinda.
Optional extras
Private activities · $300 per day
A private vehicle or activity arrangement can be requested in advance. The charge is per day, not per person, and availability is confirmed for your stay.
Fishing permit
A separate permit can be purchased at Chelinda. The current price and equipment arrangements are confirmed before your stay.
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Good to know
Before you stay.
What is the minimum age?
Chelinda Lodge welcomes guests aged 7 and above. Guided walking is for guests aged 18 and above.
How many cabins are there?
There are seven cabin units, including a family unit.
Is there electricity throughout the day?
Cabins have electricity during designated evening hours, with daytime charging available in the main Lodge.
Is Wi-Fi available?
Fast Starlink Wi-Fi is available in the main guest area.
What should we bring?
Pack warm layers throughout the year. Rain protection is important in wetter periods, while closed shoes or hiking boots are recommended for walking.
How long should we stay?
Three nights offer time for drives, walking and a fuller sense of the plateau. Four nights create more room for longer outings, birding, cycling or fishing.
Is fishing included?
Fishing is available at Chelinda. An additional permit is required and can be purchased at Chelinda.
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