the Bush-Spa
the Bush-Spa
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Set in the beauty of indigenous bush in Zambia, creating a sanctuary of pure simplicity for those seeking tranquillity and rejuvenation of mind, body and soul; the Bush-Spa in South Luangwa National Park! With views over the lagoon, all guests enjoying their Safari experience can easily arrange a visit to the Spa facility either during game drives, or just right after them. Discover a wellness sanctuary in the heart of nature at South Luangwa’s Bush-Spa.The Bush-Spa is located at Mfuwe Lodge offering their resident guests an additional service in the form of Spa treatments. Luckily the set up of the Bush-Spa is so unique, there would be no reason to limit these amenities to resident Mfuwe Lodge guests only. Having a separate entrance, a private deck and views over the lagoon, all guests enjoying their Safari experience in the Luangwa Valley can easily arrange a visit to the Spa facility.We gladly arrange transfers to and from the Bush-Spa to any of the South Luangwa Camps or Lodges within the vicinity.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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- Renée AAmsterdam, The Netherlands21 contributionsA “must do” experienceSpectacular place. The ambiance, the scenery, the ladies. They were very welcoming and professional. The treatment itself was of a very high standard with a lot of eye for detail. Never before dis i visit such a terrific Spa. Really a treat and e “must do” whenever you are in the neighborhood. We did not stay in Mfuwe Lodge but the Spa arranged private transportation to and from the Spa.Thank you for this wonderful review and glad you enjoyed your Spa experience. Indeed our Spa is open to all visitors of South Luangwa and subjected to availability we arrange free transfers! Hope to welcome you back one day very soon.Written December 13, 2023This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited November 2023Traveled with familyWritten December 9, 2023
- Tamar S1 contributionNourishing beautiful spa!We ABSOLUTELY loved the experience at Bush Spa! The attention to details, warm welcome, excellent massage, beautiful beautiful space, and the best part - having a bath near a hippo taking a bath, that's next level! Very nourishing.Ah thank you for your lovely review! We always appreciate guests taking the time to share their wellness experience! Thanks. It was a pleasure meeting you both and no doubt the hippo enjoyed his wellness session too! Until a next time! Kind regards from all of us.Written January 24, 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited January 2024Traveled on businessWritten January 23, 2024
- Olive C2 contributionsThe Bush-Spa in South Luangwa National ParkIt was so amazing! The owner is literally down to earth, so welcoming and lovely! The spa has breathtaking views: it’s a lagoon with hippos and crocodiles, the services are so amazing to the point that we regretted booking a 30minutes one, next time we’re surely getting the 90minutes.Thanks for taking the time to write this lovely review! It was our pleasure meeting you both and pampering you in style. Until a next time we hope Kind regards from all of us.Written July 15, 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited June 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten June 23, 2024
- Bev WelchMfuwe, Zambia4 contributionsAmazing Spa Treatments in an Incredible LocationI have visited the spa on a few occasions and it never disappoints. Welcoming atmosphere, beautiful decor and fabulous treatments. And all while listening to the background sounds of Hippos and Fish Eagles. Magical, I highly recommend a visit.Thank you so much for your review. Indeed nature’s soundtrack creates a spa session with a twist! We are grateful to be able to welcome all visitors to South Luangwa and combine their Safari with Wellness. Glad your Spa experiences with us make you come back more often! Until a next time … warm regards from all of usWritten August 1, 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited July 2024Traveled with familyWritten July 30, 2024
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Natasja
1 contribution
Jul 2022 • Family
Such a nice relaxing moment. First time with my eleven year old daughter and she was treated so gentle. Also the view is extraordinary, a lot is going on in that lagoon. We saw 3 big crocs chasing each other making a lot of noise. Like you are in the middle of a wildlife documentary. Really enjoyed!
Written August 3, 2022
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Olive C
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Jun 2024 • Couples
It was so amazing! The owner is literally down to earth, so welcoming and lovely! The spa has breathtaking views: it’s a lagoon with hippos and crocodiles, the services are so amazing to the point that we regretted booking a 30minutes one, next time we’re surely getting the 90minutes.
Written June 23, 2024
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Thanks for taking the time to write this lovely review!
It was our pleasure meeting you both and pampering you in style.
Until a next time we hope
Kind regards from all of us.
Written July 15, 2024
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Tamar S
1 contribution
Jan 2024 • Business
We ABSOLUTELY loved the experience at Bush Spa! The attention to details, warm welcome, excellent massage, beautiful beautiful space, and the best part - having a bath near a hippo taking a bath, that's next level! Very nourishing.
Written January 23, 2024
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Ah thank you for your lovely review! We always appreciate guests taking the time to share their wellness experience! Thanks. It was a pleasure meeting you both and no doubt the hippo enjoyed his wellness session too!
Until a next time! Kind regards from all of us.
Written January 24, 2024
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Bev Welch
Mfuwe, Zambia4 contributions
Jul 2024 • Family
I have visited the spa on a few occasions and it never disappoints. Welcoming atmosphere, beautiful decor and fabulous treatments. And all while listening to the background sounds of Hippos and Fish Eagles. Magical, I highly recommend a visit.
Written July 30, 2024
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Thank you so much for your review. Indeed nature’s soundtrack creates a spa session with a twist!
We are grateful to be able to welcome all visitors to South Luangwa and combine their Safari with Wellness. Glad your Spa experiences with us make you come back more often!
Until a next time … warm regards from all of us
Written August 1, 2024
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Renée A
Amsterdam, The Netherlands21 contributions
Nov 2023 • Family
Spectacular place. The ambiance, the scenery, the ladies. They were very welcoming and professional. The treatment itself was of a very high standard with a lot of eye for detail. Never before dis i visit such a terrific Spa. Really a treat and e “must do” whenever you are in the neighborhood. We did not stay in Mfuwe Lodge but the Spa arranged private transportation to and from the Spa.
Written December 9, 2023
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Thank you for this wonderful review and glad you enjoyed your Spa experience. Indeed our Spa is open to all visitors of South Luangwa and subjected to availability we arrange free transfers! Hope to welcome you back one day very soon.
Written December 14, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
StacyJames
Las Vegas, NV26 contributions
Jul 2017 • Business
What could be better than an after safari Indulgence at the Bush Spa overlooking a lagoon filled with hippos? It's the perfect way to spend a little downtime at the Mfuwe Lodge! Massage therapists are always fantastic and the owner Nathalie makes sure every visit is impeccable...Highly recommend!
Written July 31, 2017
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Serbiene
Vancouver Island, Canada45 contributions
Oct 2016 • Friends
The Bush Spa is everything you would not expect in the middle of nowhere. It is a beautiful facility, well trained therapists and a very hands on manager.. I had a massage, a mini facial and a pedicure and am very happy with the quality of all of it. Plus the therapy rooms are open with a nice breeze and the best view ever. Hippo's and Crocodiles swim by and a Lions drinking at the opposite end of the lagoon. It is magical. Highly recommended for a moment of relaxing after scaling the bumpy roads of the game drives. Owner Natalie picked us up since we were not staying in the Mfuwe lodge. She is a wonderful spirited person and we enjoyed meeting her. She has done an amazing job of creating this piece of heaven in what is paradise already.
Written October 18, 2016
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Thank you Serbiene for taking the time in your busy schedule to write this wonderful review. We are very glad you enjoyed and indeed our "neighbours" are pretty special too. It was our pleasure meeting you and we hope we may welcome you back one day. Until then....
Warm regards
Nathalie & all the girls of the team
Written October 25, 2016
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Ibadanboy
Nairobi, Kenya5,989 contributions
Jul 2014
One of the most spectacular spas I have ever been to.
Located deep in the South Luangwa game park, the Bush Spa is part of the Mfuwe Lodge. With the treatment rooms overlooking a decent sized watering hole - you are enjoying your massage 'al fresco' while watching hippos, crocodiles, all sorts of antelopes, birds and other wildlife doing their thing just meters away from you.
Out of this world!
Highly recommended!
Located deep in the South Luangwa game park, the Bush Spa is part of the Mfuwe Lodge. With the treatment rooms overlooking a decent sized watering hole - you are enjoying your massage 'al fresco' while watching hippos, crocodiles, all sorts of antelopes, birds and other wildlife doing their thing just meters away from you.
Out of this world!
Highly recommended!
Written June 16, 2015
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clairefreeland
london6 contributions
May 2012 • Solo
What a way to finish off the trip - an hours massage made up of half an hour shoulders, neck and back and half an hour of wonderful foot massage - a definite luxury given the long beautiful walks at the bushcamps.
Written June 7, 2012
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emiana
London, UK193 contributions
Jun 2019 • Couples
We were not staying at the Mfuwe Lodge where this spa is located. We went because our nearby lodge had some materials about it. And so glad we did. The massage (hot stone) was great and relaxing. The surroundings were magical. And everyone was very friendly. The spa came to pick us up at our lodge and took us back. Price was competitive to what one would pay elsewhere.
Written July 11, 2019
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Hello, prices depend on time and treatment chosen, but basically USD 80 per 60 minutes. I will send you our full menu directly.
Warm regards from South Luangwa
Written May 3, 2017
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