Ciêla, Lusaka
A Tribute Portfolio Resort and Spa
Ngwerere Road, Bonanza Estate, Lusaka 10110, Zambia
Set on a 100-hectare estate in the green Zambian countryside, 20 minutes from central Lusaka and 15 minutes from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport.
A complete venue experience in one location
Ciêla is a 245-room, design-led resort and conference destination defining a new chapter in African hospitality. Built around a Peter Matkovich-designed 18-hole golf course, the property combines premium meeting and convention infrastructure with the full leisure offering of a luxury resort — dining, spa, brewery, pool, and tennis — under one roof.
Bonanza Estate, Lusaka
Ngwerere Road, Bonanza Estate, Lusaka 10110, Zambia
15 minutes from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport · 20 minutes from central Lusaka
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The resort at a glance
Conference infrastructure with full-resort amenities
Lusaka Convention Centre
Flagship plenary and exhibition hall accommodating up to 2,500 delegates, paired with seven flexible meeting and breakout rooms across 25,536 sq ft of event space.
Accommodation
245 design-led rooms and suites with estate views — Executive King, Deluxe Queen, Junior, Executive and Presidential suites, all with en-suite bathrooms, complimentary Wi-Fi and in-room dining.
Dining & Brewery
Four restaurants and three bars on-site, including the resort's own microbrewery — full delegate catering and informal evening venues for networking.
Spa & Wellness
The Lusaka Spa featuring international and local Zambian botanicals. Steam room, beauty services, fitness centre, sun terrace and yoga classes.
Recreation
Peter Matkovich-designed 18-hole championship golf course, tennis court, Olympic-size outdoor swimming pool, and complimentary bicycles for guests exploring the estate.
Connectivity
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the resort, modern AV infrastructure in meeting rooms, and on-site technical support for plenary sessions.
Locally rooted, regeneratively aligned
Ciêla works with local Zambian producers and partners to source dining ingredients, and uses Zambian botanicals across its spa offering. The property sits within Marriott's group-wide Serve 360 framework, which sets standards across waste, energy, water and community impact for affiliated hotels.
This local-sourcing approach aligns naturally with the summit's focus on regenerative agriculture, soil restoration and African food systems — the venue and the programme share the same starting point.
Property-level sustainability disclosures from Ciêla are limited; the summit team will share any updates as they become available.
Independently reviewed
“The friendliest hotel I have ever stayed at. Without exception, every staff member I encountered greeted me. The breakfast buffet is amazing — the best in Lusaka.”
via Tripadvisor“A genuinely impressive estate — the convention centre, golf course and spa under one roof make it a one-of-a-kind venue in southern Africa.”
via Booking.comQuotes from public traveller reviews. See the source links below for full review pages.
Visa, airport transfer, and what to pack
Travel & visa
Most international visitors need a visa to enter Zambia. The simplest route is the eVisa, applied for online before travel — visa on arrival is also available for many nationalities at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN).
Tourist visa (single entry, 30 days)
USD 50 — covers most summit delegates
Tourist visa (multiple entry, 90 days)
USD 80 — useful if combining the summit with regional travel
Business visa (90 days)
USD 110 — formal business engagements and conferences
KAZA UniVisa
USD 50 — combined Zambia + Zimbabwe entry, ideal for a Victoria Falls extension
Once you've registered for the summit, the team can issue a letter of invitation to support your visa application. Processing typically takes 3–5 working days.
Apply for a Zambia eVisa→Airport transfer
Ciêla is approximately 15 minutes from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) — the same airport that serves central Lusaka, around 25 km away.
Official airport taxi
A regulated taxi rank sits directly outside the terminal — official cars are identifiable by an orange band. Fares to central Lusaka start around ZMW 250 / USD 25; the Ciêla run is shorter and typically less.
Ride-hailing apps
Yango, Bolt, inDrive and Ulendo all operate in Lusaka and at KKIA. Apps generally come in cheaper than rank taxis and provide a fare estimate before you confirm.
Resort transfer
Ciêla can pre-arrange a private airport transfer on request. Easiest to coordinate alongside your room booking — or contact the summit team and we'll co-ordinate with the resort.
Climate at summit dates
Lusaka has two clear seasons. The summit falls in the warm dry season — pack accordingly.
Cool dry season (May–August)
10–22°C
Mostly clear, dry, and cooler than visitors expect. Bring warm layers for evenings — single-digit temperatures are not uncommon overnight.
Hot dry season (September–October)
17–32°C
Sunny, very dry, and increasingly hot. Light layers and sun protection — humidity stays low into early November.
Wet season (November–April)
17–28°C
Warm and humid with afternoon thundershowers, peaking January–February. Bring a light rain jacket; the resort grounds are at their greenest.
Add a day, a weekend, or a safari
Most delegates extend their stay either side of the summit. Ciêla's on-site offering covers a relaxed extra day or two; weekend extensions open up some of southern Africa's best-known wildlife and landscape destinations.
18-hole championship golf
A round on the Peter Matkovich-designed estate course — book direct through the resort or with the summit team for grouped bookings.
Spa day
Half- and full-day packages at the Lusaka Spa using locally-sourced Zambian botanicals. Steam room, fitness centre, yoga and beauty services.
Microbrewery & tasting
The resort's on-site brewery runs informal tasting sessions — natural anchor for an evening networking add-on.
Lilayi Elephant Nursery
Rescue and rewilding centre ~20 km from Lusaka. Morning visits open to the public — a half-day add-on.
Victoria Falls weekend
1-hour flight or ~6-hour drive to Livingstone. The KAZA UniVisa (USD 50) covers both Zambia and Zimbabwe, making the Zim-side viewing trivial to add.
South Luangwa or Lower Zambezi safari
Two of Africa's premier wildlife destinations. Best added as a 3–5 day post-summit extension via charter or scheduled flights.
Independent exploration in Lusaka
If you're spending time outside the resort, a few starting points for delegates extending their stay or travelling with family.
Restaurants
Marlin Restaurant
Kabulonga district — freshwater fish (tilapia, bream) served with nshima.
Four Seasons Bistro
Locally-sourced menu by a Zambian Masterchef finalist.
The Deli
Artisanal breads, wood-fired pizzas and gourmet sandwiches — good for casual lunch.
Misty Restaurant & Jazz Café
Live music, continental menu, livelier atmosphere.
Cultural & shopping
Kabwata Cultural Village
Working artisan village and craft market — wood carving, basketry, textiles.
Lusaka National Museum
Zambian history, archaeology and contemporary art across two floors.
Sunday Arcades Craft Market
Weekly outdoor market for local art, crafts and gifts.
Nature & wildlife
Lusaka National Park
Smallest of Zambia's national parks — half-day game drive, just 30 minutes from the city.
Munda Wanga Environmental Park
Botanical gardens, wildlife sanctuary, picnic areas — over 1,000 plant species and 40 animal species.
Kalimba Reptile Park
Family-friendly reptile centre with an on-site restaurant; popular weekend trip.
Suggestions only — opening hours, menus and access can change. The summit team can help with bookings or recommendations on request.
Plan your visit
Conference room rates and direct booking via the Marriott reservation system. The summit team can also support group blocks for 10+ delegates and bespoke pre/post-summit packages (golf, spa, evening receptions).
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Join us at Ciêla
Secure your summit ticket, then speak to the team about accommodation, group rates and any pre- or post-summit experiences you'd like to add.