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Rafiki Safari Camp

2.5 star property

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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

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 Twin 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 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Chikombe

Rafiki Safari Camp places you 5.6 mi (9 km) from Lake Malawi. This 3-room lodge welcomes guests with a restaurant and conveniences like an outdoor pool and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Kasasa Golf Club - 42 min drive - 27.5 miles

About this property

Rafiki Safari Camp

Rafiki Safari Camp features an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and refrigerator in a common area. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available on request) for USD 220 per vehicle one-way. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours or tickets, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a garden.
Bathrooms offer rainfall showers and free toiletries. Furnished patios are also included.
Recreational amenities at the lodge include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

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 crib
  • 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 elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

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

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs only

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available during limited hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Rafiki Safari Camp Lodge Chikombe
Rafiki Safari Camp Lodge
Rafiki Safari Camp Chikombe
Rafiki Safari Camp Lodge
Rafiki Safari Camp Chikombe
Rafiki Safari Camp Lodge Chikombe

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Rafiki Safari Camp?

Rafiki Safari Camp offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of Aug 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rafiki Safari Camp on Aug 12, 2026 start from $190, 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 there parking available at Rafiki Safari Camp?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the lodge.

Does Rafiki Safari Camp feature a casino on the premises?

No, Rafiki Safari Camp doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Rafiki Safari Camp?

No, this lodge doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Rafiki Safari Camp?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this lodge, including a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge.

Does Rafiki Safari Camp have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this lodge.

Does Rafiki Safari Camp feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Rafiki Safari Camp serves an English breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Rafiki Safari Camp allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, dogs can stay for free at Rafiki Safari Camp.

Does Rafiki Safari Camp have connecting rooms available?

No, this lodge doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Rafiki Safari Camp?

Yes, every guestroom at Rafiki Safari Camp comes with a furnished patio and some offer valley and mountain views.

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