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Spa's all over the world operate differently. Since there are not too many Spa's located inside a National Park and even less constantly surrounded by an abundance of wildlife, we thought to give a few hints and tips. The location and our Flora & Fauna neighbors make our Bush-Spa unique! There are plenty places in the world where one can have a massage, but only a few where your massage might be extended due to unique sightings of visiting wildlife.
Unexpected visitors
The Bush-Spa is located inside South Luangwa National Park. This makes our Spa
not only unique, but also asks for some understanding of delays due to local and
unexpected visitors. Especially elephant frequently visit the lodge and our Spa,
whereas guests at all time must be aware of their presence. All animals
encountered whilst visiting the park are wild animals and not be approached!
Of course we can only but enjoy the sightings in and around our Bush-Spa. Not
just elephants, but it often happens other wildlife comes for a drink in the
lagoon just in front of the Bush-Spa. Where else in the world can one enjoy the
benefits of Hydrotherapy whilst watching the hippo's taking their own bath just
below the deck? Only at our Bush-Spa!
Our therapists are aware of the unique location they work in and will at all
times adjust their treatment enabling the guest to continue their safari whilst
having one of our relaxing treatments.
Opening hours
The opening hours of the Bush-Spa are daily between 08:00 and 16:30 hours. By
prior arrangements, appointments may be booked outside these hours – but we do
need a bit of warning! Individuals, but also couples are especially welcomed,
and are catered for with a selection of packages that help them share their Spa
experience.
As the Bush-Spa is an adult-orientated atmosphere, the admittance of children
under the age of 14 is on special request only.
Being located on an open deck overlooking the lagoons, calls for stunning views,
but also has a negative side. As soon as the sun sets, the mosquitoes become
very active, making treatments in the evening hours very uncomfortable and
therefore mostly not done.
Appointments & Reservations
Bookings and reservations may be made whilst guests are residing at any of the
lodges in South Luangwa or by calling our team directly at 0979-306 826 or
0974-514 030. All Spa services are subject to availability. Prices and service
selections are subject to change without prior notice.
To ensure availability pre-arrangements are also possible. Reservations can be
made by filling in our booking form with your wishes, or whilst placing your
safari bookings at any of the lodges or camps. We will hold your reservation
awaiting your final confirmation upon your arrival in South Luangwa. Any
reservation not confirmed 24 hours before scheduled treatment time will be
automatically cancelled.
Guests on self-drive can at any time check availability at the Bush-Spa itself. Our friendly staff are more than happy to give you more information and directions. For people who booked their game activities with any of the lodges, please enquire with lodge management about transport possibilities for visits to the Spa. A valid entrance permit to the South Luangwa National Park is needed for any visit.
Already in the South Luangwa Valley? We can highly recommend an extra day at Mfuwe area incorporating a Bush-Spa visit after a stint at one or more of the intimate remote Bush Camps! Just let your camp manager know about your preferences, the Bush-Spa can also be reached via short-wave radio!
At the Bush-Spa
Please check in at the Spa Reception Desk 5-10 minutes prior to your first appointment. This allows you to take in the beautiful scenery and share a nice herbal tea with us. Unfortunately, late arrivals may not always receive an extension of scheduled treatments, so as not to inconvenience other spa guests. To begin your relaxation, we recommend a lovely warm shower prior to your services.
Whilst enjoying our welcoming Foot Ceremony, we encourage you to disclose any pertinent health conditions (any physical, medical or allergy concerns) that may affect your Spa experience. Thus ensuring that your therapist will provide you with the best possible experience and to assure your maximum safety and comfort. If you are uncomfortable with having any particular part of your body massaged; please alert your therapist before the treatment begins.
Dress Code
We will never compromise your modesty, and at the same time will always respect
the Zambian culture. You will be given a sarong and slippers to change into
before your treatment. What should you wear under the sarong? That is up to you.
Our Spa therapists will only expose the portion of your body that is being
treated at the time.
For our wet-area sessions (hydrotherapy, wraps and glows) we request our guests
to wear swimming costumes at all time.
To maintain an atmosphere of relaxation and as a courtesy to other guests in The
Spa, we ask that all cell phones be turned off and not used while in The Spa.
Please leave your jewelry and other valuables at home or in the safe located
in your room.
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During and after your treatment
Therapists will always pay close attention to your face (or other body language)
to assess if you are uncomfortable, if the pressure is too great or too light,
and to adjust the technique accordingly. Should they look closely at your body,
it is to check for areas of varicosity, bruising, or cuts or abrasions. You will
be draped with a bath sheet that covers most of your body but allows your
therapist to work on specific areas.
It is standard practice to work on the inner thighs (adductor muscles), the
upper part of the buttocks (gluteus maximus, minimus, and medius), and the uper
chest (pectorals). It is also possible that your therapist will manually stretch
you in attempt to improve muscle stiffness, soreness, or sciatica. A towel will
always be used to drape you.
We recommend to let our treatment linger a bit longer after you leave our Spa.
Try not to rush into the shower (which would be a waste of those nice herbal
oils we used) and give yourself some time to relax some more.
Should you experience a little soreness a couple of hours after the treatment?
Do not panic, some old kinks may have been worked out during the treatment.
Please wait 48 hours and see how invigorating you will begin to feel.
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Cancellations
Reservation received via our on-line booking form are held, awaiting your final
confirmation upon your arrival in South Luangwa. Any reservation not confirmed
24 hours before scheduled treatment time will be automatically cancelled.
Because your confirmed Spa appointment will be reserved specifically for you, we
ask that you notify the Bush-Spa a minimum of 8 hours in advance should you wish
to cancel or reschedule to avoid a 50% charge for the service. All no-show
appointments will be charged at full value.
A "touching" gift
Spa Gift Certificates are available for purchase for any special occasion.
Whether for an anniversary, a birthday, or as a holiday gift, a congratulations
or thank you gift, what better way to say you care than with a gift from the
Bush-Spa?
Bush-Spa gift certificates can be purchased on-line and depending on your
preference be send directly to you, the person you wish to surprise or kept at
the Bush-Spa for once they visit South Luangwa. Please click here and follow
further instructions.
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Payments
The Bush-Spa accepts US Dollars; Zambian Kwacha, Euros and British Pounds. Payments by VISA card are accepted, but these are subject to a 5% surcharge. Treatments are to be paid directly at the Bush-Spa. Sorry, neither MasterCard nor Travellers cheques are accepted.
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Personal Touch Ltd.
South Luangwa National Park
P.O. Box 58, Mfuwe, Eastern Province
Zambia
Tel.: +260 216 246 123
Cell: +260 979 306 826
Mail: info@tptouch.com
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