Overview

t’s not a Bousfield family camp if it’s not a little bit quirky and jam-packed with character, and Mapula is no exception. The team have given the original lodge a facelift, and the nine thatched cottages are replete with king size metal four-posters and feather-filled pillows to fall face first into after a day’s game viewing. Ensuite bathrooms have both indoor and outdoor showers, and there’s two natty Malawi chairs in the mini lounge area, ideal for siesta snoozes. Safari-chic finishing touches include rich Kilims on the floors, polished butler trays and brass lanterns.

At the main area, an aquamarine swimming pool is the perfect antidote to hot Delta afternoons – and if the cool waters don’t tempt you in, the views over the hippo-filled lagoon below might. If you’d rather stay dry, pick a perch in the lounge to keep watch over the wildlife action; there’s a variety of comfy sofas and slouchy armchairs to choose from. Then there’s our ‘chill pit’, a sunken lounge area overlooking the lagoon, which does exactly what it says on the tin.

Accommodation & Amenities

9 thatched cottages: 6 twins, 2 doubles, 1 family

Ensuite bathrooms with indoor & outdoor showers

Swimming pool

Wifi available: no

Hairdryers: no

Battery charging facilities: in the mess tent & in room

Complimentary laundry service

Child policy: we welcome children aged 6 years and older 

Disabled access: please enquire with reservations