Chilo Gorge is located in the south-east of Zimbabwe, on the boundary of one of our most remote National Parks, Gonarezhou. The 5,035 km² Gonarezhou National Park is the second largest national park in Zimbabwe, and was established in 1934 as a Game Reserve and proclaimed as a national park in 1975. Access to Chilo is either by self drive or road transfers from Harare, Bulawayo, Masvingo and Chiredzi Towns, or private air charter to their airstrip – MAHYENE – LAT-LON-S 21’13.816 – E 032’20.010.
One of the directors and part owner of Chilo is Clive Stockil, who grew up among the Shangaan tribe, and, with the community, he has created a unique environment where local cultures, wildlife and responsible tourism are all able to thrive and enrich one another. The local community at Mahenye Village have built a school, clinic and mill from income earned through tourism.
Chilo’s motto is “Inhabit the Edge of Serenity,” and the various accommodation options Chilo offers have most certainly taken this to heart. There are 3 different types of accommodation available, being:
Chilo Safari Lodge
This comprises of:
| MAIN LODGE | Stone, thatch and ancient Leadwood and teak Bar and seating area Inside and outside dining areas Upstairs viewing area, seating area and library Curio shop |
| LODGES | 10 |
| Providing: – | King-size beds En-suite bathroom with spacious shower and separate w.c. Complimentary toiletries Private balcony and seating area with views over the Save River and Gonarezhou National Park Mini bar Tea and Coffee Facilities Mini safe |
| ACTIVITIES | Pristine Wilderness Experience |
| Available: – | Game Drives and Walks (half day or full day) in Gonarezhou National Park Day excursion to Chilojo Cliffs (Gonarezhou National Park) Tembwehata Water Pan (Gonarezhou National Park) Excellent Bird Viewing Chivilila Falls (a 2.5kms walking trail direct from the Lodge to a viewpoint of the waterfalls) Mahenye Village Cultural Visit (benefits of CAMPFIRE project) Sundowner Cocktails on the Save River Resident Professional Guide |
Chilo Tented Camp
This comprises of:| DINING AREA | Bar and seating area set underneath large shaded trees, or if weather dictates under canvas (6m x 4m) Solar and Kerosene lighting. |
| ALL INCLUSIVE TENTS | 4 twin bedded tents (4m x 3,5m Meru tents) |
| Providing: – | Metal spring framed beds with mattress En-suite shower(hot and cold) and short drop w.c (2mx3,5m tent) Complimentary toiletries Hanging cupboard and luggage rack Private veranda and seating area Solar lighting. |
| MEALS | Plated meals are included (3 meals daily) All drinks, teas and coffees are included |
| ACTIVITIES | Pristine Wilderness Experience |
| Available: – | Game Drives and Walks (half day or full day) in Gonarezhou National Park Day excursion to the top of Chilojo Cliffs Tembwehata Water Pan excellent Bird Viewing Resident Professional Guide Activities are included in the daily rate |
Nhambo Self-catering Lodge
This comprises of:| FAMILY LODGE | 1 (ONE) |
| Bedrooms |
2 Twin bedded bedrooms 2 Single bedded bedrooms |
| Bathroom |
2 Bathroom Facilities
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| Facilities |
Open plan lounge/dining area Fully equipped kitchenette Outside BBQ area |
| Included | Linen and towels and Daily Cleaning provided Sleeps 6 people |
| TWIN LODGE | 4 (FOUR) |
| Bedroom | Twin bedded lodge |
| Bathroom | En- suite bath, shower and w.c |
| Facilities | Private Balcony |
| Included |
Linen and towels and daily cleaning provided Sleeps 2 people |
| KITCHEN/DINING LODGE | 1 (ONE) |
| For who | Services the 4 Twin bedded lodges |
| Facilities |
Upstairs Thatched A Frame Tables and chairs (seating) Kitchen Area
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| Included | Daily cleaning provided |
| Extras | Splash pool and outside BBQ area |
| ACTIVITIES & MEALS |
Are available from the main lodge at an additional cost. Meals are required to be pre-booked and prepaid. Activities can only be booked on arrival at the Lodge subject to availability. |
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