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Rafiki Safari Camp

Property class: 2.5

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An outdoor seating area with wooden furniture and a thatched roof.
A rustic thatched-roof hut surrounded by dense greenery.
A room with a bed, a green bedside table, a wicker chair, and a standing fan.
A kitchen with a central island, a stove, and a refrigerator.
A pool area with a tiled edge, surrounded by rocks and greenery, and a building with a thatched roof.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
The current price is AU$267
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug

Explore the area

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Bua River, Unnamed Road, Pendwa, Chikombe, Nkhotakota District
  • Place, Kasasa Golf Club
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Tent

A tented room with a bed, a green side table, a wicker chair, and a fan.

Standard Tent

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Family Tent

A single bed with a canopy, a bedside table, a standing fan, and a wicker chair.

Family Tent

  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

About the area

Chikombe

At Rafiki Safari Camp, you'll be 9 km (5.6 mi) from Lake Malawi and 27.3 km (16.9 mi) from Nkhotakota Game Reserve. Highlights at this lodge include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The lodge's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, laundry facilities and a fridge in a common area. English breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this Chikombe lodge, you'll be 30.4 km (18.9 mi) from Kuti Community Wildlife Park.
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What's nearby

  • Kasasa Golf Club - 42 min drive - 44.2 km

About this property

Rafiki Safari Camp

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Rafiki Safari Camp. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Chikombe lodge.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Corner/local shop
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Rafiki Safari Camp offers 3 accommodations. Rooms open to furnished patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 12 to 15 for adults and USD 8 to 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs are allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately USD 12 to 15 for adults and USD 8 to 12 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 220 per vehicle (one-way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Rafiki Safari Camp?

Rafiki Safari Camp offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Rafiki Safari Camp?

As of 19 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rafiki Safari Camp on 20 Aug 2026 start from AU$267, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Rafiki Safari Camp?

Yep, Rafiki Safari Camp has a free self car park.

Does Rafiki Safari Camp have a pool?

Rafiki Safari Camp has an outdoor pool.

What makes Rafiki Safari Camp a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Rafiki Safari Camp.

Is Rafiki Safari Camp family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a corner/local shop and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Rafiki Safari Camp is a hit with families.

Does Rafiki Safari Camp serve breakfast?

Yep, English breakfast is served daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Rafiki Safari Camp?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Rafiki Safari Camp?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Rafiki Safari Camp?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Rafiki Safari Camp Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an amazing hidden gem! The name "tents" underdescribes the facilities: these are beautiful cabins that would put some hotels to shame. And the cabins have private showers and bathrooms. The facility also has a very small pool. Sandi, the owner, is caring, the food is very good, and the tours in the Park with the Park rangers are informative and a great experience. I saw a lot of animals, including elefants, monkeys, antilopes and crocodiles, but I understand that I was lucky and it depends on the season. The Park is huge and outside of the dry season the animals hide more. Getting there takes some time due to the condition of the main streets. But there is major road construction and within a year it probably should be much faster to get there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bestes Essen und tolles Personal
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ralf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Außergewöhnliches Safari Camp

Das Safari Camp lässt keine Wünsche offen. Eine komplett durchdachte, sehr saubere, komfortable und schöne Anlage mit schönem Aufenthaltsbereich. Das Frühstück und Essen ist hervorragend. Die Lodge wird hervorragend geführt mit großer Akzeptanz zu den Einheimischen Angestellten. Die von Jonathan, einer der Angestellten, geführte Tour durch sein Dorf werden wir nicht vergessen. Nur Klasse lieber Jonathan. Vielen lieben Dank an die Eigentümer und die top hilfsbereiten Angestellten das wir drei Nächte eure Gäste sein durften. Unvergessliche Zeit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025