Muke Village Guest House

How do we describe the magic of this place? It’s almost impossible! We stayed at Muke Village Guesthouse for three nights and wished we could have stayed for a month—that’s how much we loved it. Our 8-year-old couldn’t get enough of sitting around the fire, playing football with the local kids, and exploring the village. What a fantastic community! We travel extensively, and this experience stands out as one of the very best we’ve ever had. Muke Guesthouse isn’t just a place to stay—it’s a full experience for life. The breakfast is fantastic and absolutely worth it, and the dinners are just as delicious. We hadn’t planned to eat dinner at Muke, but we ended up having it every night because we didn’t want to waste a moment away from the village. They also arranged an excellent taxi driver for us at a reasonable price, which made getting around easy. We will never forget our time here, and we will surely be back!

The ppl are so lovely and welcoming

This is exactly what I wanted to experience when I decided to come to Africa. I was looking for accommodation close to the Victoria Falls and I stumbled upon Muke Village Guest House. I was initially a bit nervous because it was my first time in Africa and I was travelling alone, however Alex’s warmth and attention to detail gave me the confidence to book. This experience and being with Alex’s family and community for 3 nights has changed my life. Seeing the kids and the school which is right next to the guest house is nothing short of wonderful. I can honestly say that I went to Zambia to see the Victoria Falls but staying here was the highlight of my trip. Alex, his family and community have a big heart and are so welcoming. I feel like I got the authentic experience. Alex took me to and showed me around the local market which was incredible and learnt a lot about local traditions. I got to speak to the locals, ask them about what they do and be immersed in the day to day way of life. In regard to the guest house, I loved how clean it was, how hospitable Alex and Irene were, being with the kids and seeing the stars at night! Thank you Alex! I will be back.

A bit close to the highway for me.

Very authentic stay. You truly are staying in the Village, not just in a touristic place. We loved it. ❤️Very nice and friendly staff. Alex is amazing! 😊 You will get change to visit the school that is just next door and if you want you can do some volyntary work or start sponsoring a child in need. I got never asked to do so, I wanted to start doing that. It was such an eye opening experience. I could recomment this to everyone. It is not a fancy place but something so unique and special.

If you go there at winter time, make sure you have some warm clothes for the evening and night.

Todo ! Muy buen lugar para conocer otra manera de vivir cercana totalmente en la naturaleza! Con tu estadía contribuís a la construcción de una escuela primaria. te dan más de lo que recibís. Si pasas por Zambia no dejes de visitar la Aldea Muke

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The host Alex and his family are great. The experience was memorable and food delicious. Alex was able to arrange transport to Livingston, border etc at more affordable prices than local taxis

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Lunch and dinner is not included in the price. Otherwise very good experience!

When we arrived we were welcomed by the school children who where playing at the football field and started chasing the car that Alex (our host) sent for us. Getting to know the traditional houses, that are nicely divided by 'pencil cactus' trees that also create the roads inside the village. Having the chance to try the traditional food, and even more learning how to prepare it with them. Also, to know the school, the teachers and especially the kids, mostly by getting to play football, tic-tac-toe, flying kites with the kids, and if you are really lucky they will teach you a couple of hand games. Communication with Alex was easy and he was very organized and flexible with arranging transport and activities, even with a short notice. We did the game drive, canoeing in the Zambezi river and village tour. All were great!!

Unlike any other place to stay, you really are living in an authentic Zambian village, eating their food and understanding their way of living.Unmissable experience only 20km from Livingstone.

Local ambience, unique experience. Very clean. Tasty food.