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Lugenda Wilderness Camp Fact Sheet Tel: +27 (0) 21 – 785 5982 Emergency/After hours support: +27 (0) 81 386 0688 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.mozambiquetravelmanagement.com LUGENDA WILDERNESS CAMP FACT SHEET SECTION 1: LODGE OVERVIEW LOCATION: Lugenda Wildlife Reserve, the Niassa Reserve, Northern Mozambique GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Situated on the banks of the mighty Lugenda River, and built amongst giant fig trees in the heart of the vast Niassa Reserve this extremely special and remote camp provides visitors with a true quality of wilderness that is rare to find on safari in Africa today. The Niassa National Reserve is twice the size of Kruger National Park in South Africa, and has the highest concentration of wildlife making it a unique safari experience offering guests a unique opportunity to experience one of the African continent's 'last wild places'. Eight luxury tents are discreetly situated a little way back from the banks of the Lugenda River beneath towering fig trees, each with its own patio deck with wide-angle views. The tents have a solid substructure and blend beautifully into the natural surrounds whilst offering every modern comfort - from king-size beds draped in romantic 4 poster mosi net, to en-suite bathrooms with ball and claw bath and power shower, double basins, ceiling fans, personal safes and hairdryers. Whether you are a photographer, birder, naturalist, or just enjoy getting in touch with nature in its rawest form, Lugenda Wilderness Camp is sure to fulfill your expectations. Experienced guides will take you out to explore this fascinating region and the wildlife it contains, by open safari vehicle, on foot, or even as part of a guided canoe safari on the Lugenda River. Each day’s activities are dependent on guest expectations and interests. Part of the experience is to slow down and savor the true spirit of Mozambique wilderness. Ask you guide to take you night-frogging or to reveal the splendor of the southern skies over Niassa National Reserve. Many guests also choose to spend some of their time simply relaxing in camp at the pool overlooking the river and wind down and relax in the heat of the day. NUMBER OF ROOMS: 8 tents: 6 Kings & 2 Twins All tents are fully mosquito-screened and have cool screeded floors, an en-suite bathroom with both bath and shower, ceiling fans, hairdryer, safe, international plug Tel: +27 (0) 21 – 785 5982 Emergency/After hours support: +27 (0) 81 386 0688 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.mozambiquetravelmanagement.com points (on request) as well as a private deck from which to watch the monkeys and birds. ROOM DESCRIPTION: East-African style tents, located about 40m from the Lugenda River. OWNERS & KEY STAFF: Derek Littleton is the General Manager WEBSITE: www.raniresorts.com www.lugenda.com TYPE OF LODGE: Wilderness retreat / Safari Lodge SUGGESTED LENGTH OF STAY: 5 nights LODGE SEASONS: Due to the rainy season in the area, Lugenda Wilderness Camp is operational annually from mid-May and beginning December (dependant on the annual rains). POWER SUPPLY: Own generator, but switched off at night. South African plug points. SECTION 2: OUR TEAM’S COMMENTS ON THE PROPERTY MATCH THE CLIENT TO THE PROPERTY: Clients interested in adding something a little more to their Northern Mozambique beach holiday. The beach & bush concept works really well in the region. Transfers from Pemba to the Camp are costly. It is truly a magnificent flight that will be one of the highlights of the trip. The duration of the flight is 90 minutes, and you soar among granite rock formations and follow the Lugenda River from the air. The last time MTM were there we saw huge crocodiles and pods of hippo flying low over the river – very special. OUR COMMENTS: Unique selling points for us are: - Landscape is totally unique and synonymous to the Northern Mozambique region – most guests will not have seen anything like it. Tel: +27 (0) 21 – 785 5982 Emergency/After hours support: +27 (0) 81 386 0688 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.mozambiquetravelmanagement.com - The reserve is truly special with incredible mature towering trees, granite rock mountains all around and a varied range of vegetation. - Ben the elephant is by no means tame, but uses the camp area as part of his daily feeding area – incredible close up sightings whilst having breakfast are possible. - Dining under the star around a camp fire is unbeatable! - Tranquil environment SECTION 3: LODGE LOCATION GPS COORDINATES: 12° 16'47.0"S 37° 48'48.6"E ACCESS DETAILS: Guests fly to Pemba International Airport in northern Mozambique. Pemba is accessible from Johannesburg with air line SA Air link and also via Mozambique Airlines (LAM) from Johannesburg, Dar–Es- Salaam and Nairobi. Flight schedules on request. Lugenda Wilderness Camp has its own airstrip with fly-in access from Pemba Airport. Scheduled transfers to Lugenda Wilderness Camp from Pemba Airport are operated via light aircraft transfer (duration: +/- 90 minutes). Air Team operate transfers to & from Lugenda For any flights arriving in Pemba after 14h00, guests need to overnight in Pemba, and will be transferred to Lugenda the following morning. Due to the use of the light aircraft for the scheduled transfer, guests are requested to limit their luggage weight to a MAXIMUM OF 20KG and to utilize SOFT LUGGAGE CARRIERS. Failure to do so may result in luggage arrival being delayed and / or incurring penalties. SECTION 4: WINING & DINING RESTAURANT LOCATION: Restaurant in the main camp building, most meals taken on the deck, or around the pool or at the boma. Leisurely breakfasts and lunches are taken in the living area overlooking the Lugenda river-bed. High tea is served before the afternoon game drive and dinner is served either by the river bed or at the boma. Tel: +27 (0) 21 – 785 5982 Emergency/After hours support: +27 (0) 81 386 0688 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.mozambiquetravelmanagement.com LOCATION: under the stars or in a boma next to the fire. They also do superb bush surprise dinners in the reserve with a full banquet set up on a mountain side or similar – very inspiring. FOOD OFFERINGS: Seafood, meat and chicken. Light meals, salads and snacks between game drives. SECTION 5: ACTIVITIES GAME DRIVES/WALKS: Game Drives The area is well-suited to game drives, and each vehicle accommodates 8 guests per vehicle. The game drives and game walks are directed by qualified guides. It is a birders’ paradise and big game such as elephant, buffalo, hartebeest, eland and zebra abound. Other game such as impala, wildebeest, hippo, lion, leopard, warthogs and spotted hyena can also be seen. Mobile Safaris One night camping in the bush, either in a dome tent or bedroll Canoeing Starts from the front of the camp and ends at Hippo Pools. This route is a couple of hours long, depending on the time of year and speed of the river. The light in the morning is lovely for keen photographers and birders and a bush breakfast is provided at the end. In the afternoon, the trip is timed perfectly to arrive at Hippo Pools, just as the sun goes down, so guests can enjoy a true African sunset with drinks and snacks before a night drive back to camp SECTION 6: FACILITIES COMMUNICATIONS: Internet and Satellite phones for emergencies only. No phones, no cell phones. TV& RADIO: (E.G. LOCAL, SATELLITE) No. LAUNDRY: Not included Tel: +27 (0) 21 – 785 5982 Emergency/After hours support: +27 (0) 81 386 0688 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.mozambiquetravelmanagement.com CENTRAL FACILITIES/ COMMON AREAS: - A lounge - Dining area - Boma eating area - Swimming pool - Bar SECTION 7: HEALTH & SAFETY MALARIA: Yes EVAC POLICY: Free emergency evacuation. FIRE POLICY: Fire extinguishers in the rooms and all public areas. SECTION 8: INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS INCLUSIONS: - Accommodation - All meals - Teas/coffees, soft drinks, bottled water, table wine, local spirits & beer - Scheduled safari activities - Refreshments on game drives - Emergency medical evacuation EXCLUSIONS: - International/domestic flights ex Pemba Airport - Arrival/departure taxes - Visas - Light aircraft transfer currently R 5 879.65 pp return (contact us for latest price if booking as this is subject to change with CFA) - Specialized &/or Premium brand beverages - Gratuity Tel: +27 (0) 21 – 785 5982 Emergency/After hours support: +27 (0) 81 386 0688 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.mozambiquetravelmanagement.com - Insurance - Conservancy/park fees - Laundry - All items not stated above SECTION 9: TERMS & CONDITIONS CANCELLATION POLICY: Full pre-payments required for 45 days prior to arrival 50% of fee if cancelled less than 30 days prior to arrival 100% of fee if cancelled lees than 15 days prior to arrival No refund will be given to a guest leaving prior to booked departure date. CHILD POLICY: No children 12yrs and under. Children aged 13 yrs and over pay full adult rate, accommodated in their own tent PAYMENT TERMS: Full pre-payment required 45 days prior to arrival 10% non-refundable deposit required for confirmed bookings in peak period .
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