Tongabezi Lodge

2006-08-16T10:28:00Z

TONGABEZI LODGE

Location/Access:

In Zambia, 20 km upstream from Victoria Falls, on the banks of the Zambezi, west facing (sunsets), opposite Zambezi National Park. Access is from Victoria Falls, Livingstone and Kasane airports by road or air transfers. road transfers open all year round.

Capacity:

10 rooms. 20 guests (1 family room can accommodate 2/3 extra children).

Accommodation:

Small, secluded lodge, set in a tranquil grove of African ebony trees on a sweeping bend of the Zambezi River. Accommodation consists of five cottages, four spacious open-planned stone and thatch houses and a Garden Cottage set in its own walled garden perfect for families (no river views). All other rooms have views of the river. Dinner is hosted, private table or room service.

Houses :

Tree House, Bird House, Honeymoon House and Dog House. Each with unique architectural features, built in local materials, open-plan bedroom, four poster double bed with large airy mosquito canopy, ensuite bathrooms, flush "loos with views" hot and cold running water, bath and shower.

Cottages :

Five luxury cottages, each with a private deck overlooking the river, ensuite bathrooms, flush "loos with views", hot and cold running water, bath and shower. Four doubles and one twin cottage.

The double Cottages have one double bed and the twin Cottage has two single beds.

Activities:

Swimming pool, birding, fishing, canoeing, boating, walking, visits to the Zambian side of the Victoria Falls and Livingstone town (museums, markets and local village), whitewater rafting, river boarding, bungee jumping, golf at Livingstone Royal Golf and Country Club, horseriding, Flight of Angels, microlighting, helicopter flights, game drive in Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park, shopping in the Tongabezi shop (local arts and crafts), visit to the local school. Lunch on Livingstone Island providing the most spectacular views of the Falls and also elephant back safaris.

Services:

Room service and private dinners, laundry service, tailoring, use of international telephone, electricity (mains 220 volts, video recharging).

SINDABEZI ISLAND

Three kms downstream from Tongabezi Lodge (towards Victoria Falls). Magnificent views overlooking other islands and the nearby flood plain of the Zambezi National Park. Access is from Tongabezi Lodge only, by motorised banana boat (15 mins) or canoe (1 hour). The Island can be used in conjunction with, or independently from, Tongabezi Lodge.

Capacity:
5 cottages. 10 guests. Two twins, three doubles.

Accommodation:
is unique being the only island camp on the Upper Zambezi River in the Victoria Falls area. It is a tiny island offering the best wildlife experience area. The birdlife is outstanding and game is often seen around the island. The cottages are built from local timber, reed and thatch. Each with spectacular private views over the Zambezi. All chalets have cold running water, hot bucket showers, flush loos with views. The island is fully staffed with an island manager / qualified guide hosting guests and is available to take them on boat trips or canoeing. There is no electricity on the island.

Contact Details:

Tongabezi Lodge
Private Bag 31
Livingstone - Zambia

Tel. for Reservations: +260 99 312766

Fax for Reservations: +26 03 324 483

E-Mail: reservations@tongabezi.com

Internet: www.tongabezi.com

Lechwe Plains Tented Camp

2006-07-23T02:03:00Z

Lechwe Plains Tented Camp

The Lochinvar Estate has a genuine history as an “Out of Africa” colonial cattle ranch and farm. Bequeathed to the nation in 1904, the old colonial farmhouse still stands, under a preservation order. But Lochinvar’s huge swath of unique wetland and floodplain savanna was returned to its wild state.

Today it is a World Heritage Wetland Site. Situated on the Kafue River floodplain mid way between Livingstone and Lusaka, the Park is now the last stronghold of the Kafue Lechwe, an aquatic antelope of extraordinary grace.

The exotic and beautiful Lechwe Plains Tented Camp is an African fantasy under canvas. The tented lodge, built onto teak decking, shelters under a mature grove of acacia trees on the edge of the wide Chunga Lagoon. Just six double units cater for a maximum of 12 guests at any one time, making this a tranquil hideaway far from the main safari circuits.
The close-up experience of living in the same environment as the wildlife offers a new perspective to the visitor. Peace and beauty together with ever-changing waterscapes will offer opportunities for special interest groups and individual visitors alike. Guests will have the undivided attention of the hosts and staff, including a competent ornithologist and guide.

Lechwe Plains’ location midway between Livingstone and Lusaka makes it a highly original proposition for the corporate market as well as the international visitor, and perfect as an incentive group destination.

Activities

All year round bird watcher’s paradise with over 400 species recorded. In addition, the park contains approximately 30 000 Kafue lechwe, 2 000 Blue wildebeest and 700 Zebra. Greater kudu, Bushbuck, Oribi, Hippopotamus, Side-striped jackal, Reedbuck and Common waterbuck are also present.
Water activities include excursions in dug-out canoes.
Game viewing drives in open 4x4 safari vehicles.
Guided walks.
Cultural visits to nearby traditional fishing villages.
Special interest safaris, e.g. birding, riverine ecology or questing for rare species such as the Sitatunga.
Visits to interesting iron-age archaeological sites.
Hot springs.
Sport angling opportunities.

Amenities and Services

Evening camp fire
Laundry
Airstrip (Charter flights are available)
Guests may drive to the Lodge if they wish

All Accommodation has:

En-suite toilet, basin, shower & bath
Mosquito nets
Hair dryer
Private viewing deck

Meal Times

Meal times are at the usually accepted times but can be dependent on safari activities. A wide range of cuisine is served blending local ingredients with international flavours. Meals will be served outdoors whenever possible.

Children’s Policy

Children's policy is 6 - 12 years of age. Children under 6 years can only be accepted through prior arrangement with management.

Access

By air: international flights to Lusaka, transfer to Camp via charter plane to Lochinvar airstrip.

Self drive: Around 4 hours from Lusaka to Lochinvar National Park.

Rates Include

3 meals a day
2 game viewing activities per day
National Park entrance fees
Fishing in the Kafue river floodplain
Transfers to/from Lochinvar airstrip
Soft drinks, local beers, house wines
Laundry
Service Charge

Rates Exclude

Visas which may be required
Imported wines and spirits

Contact Details

Star of Africa
Postnet Box 218
Private Bag E891 Manda Hills
Lusaka, Zambia

Telephone: (260 1) 271366, 271508, 271509
Fax: (260 1) 271398
Email: reservations@starofafrica.co.zm

Accommodations

Tongabezi Lodge

TONGABEZI LODGE

Lechwe Plains Tented Camp

Lechwe Plains Tented Camp

Activities

Amenities and Services

All Accommodation has:

Meal Times

Children’s Policy

Access

Rates Include

Rates Exclude

Contact Details