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Tsowa Safari Island

Luxury Tented Lodge on An Island in the Zambezi River
Location

Zambezi River, 28 Km upstream from Victoria Falls

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DESCRIPTION:
This Luxury Safari Lodge situated on an Island in the Zambezi River near The Victoria Falls celebrates comfort and a connection to nature. Carefully curated to establish a sense of peace and place, this bespoke camp is a homage to the joy of life under canvas in Africa. Whether it’s tinkling G ’n T glasses at sunset, or a mug of freshly brewed coffee around our early morning campfire, experience the wonder of life in a pioneering camp that is organic, modern and elegant. Enjoy the rich tapestry of a day on safari.

Delightful living areas layered with light and texture, encourage you to soak up the sensory woven life of Zimbabwe. Always enjoying a view of the river, wherever you are in our luxury safari lodge, we invite you to explore around anthills and gigantic vines and age old trees to find your places to unwind. Lose hours in an armchair or hammock. Let nature unfold before you.

The safari tented camp comprises a stylish lounge and dining area for 16 guests. The bar tent is adjacent to this main living area. The vast outside deck makes the most of its river-front setting, and is also in the cool forest. It has an open-air dining area flowing onto a sunken fire-pit which overlooks the river. The main lodge is linked to the pool which is in a sunny spot, from which you may enjoy your favourite cold drink while watching the river glide by.

Explore this paradise on foot, boat, canoes and game viewers. Always returning to your oasis on the river, surrounded by the tinkling of the flowing Zambezi and her laughing hippo’s. Everything defers to nature, on safari you slow down to the rhythms of the day.
Safaris
From the sanctity of Tsowa Island your safari drive will start by gliding across the swift waters of the Zambezi River to the mainland a few minutes away where your safari vehicle will be waiting to take you on a journey of discovery into the Zambezi National Park, which is home to large herds of elephant and buffalo, as well as lion, hyena, giraffe and numerous species of antelope and other plains game. Our skilled and professional safari guide will be on hand to identify and interpret the wildlife, sights and sounds to be found in the park to ensure you have an enriching and rewarding safari experience. The safari drives are approximately 4 hours and include a refreshment stop – either a coffee stop for morning drives or a sundowner stop for the afternoon safari drives. This activity is available for children 12 years and older.

River Cruise
The river cruise takes place in the late afternoon to enjoy the spectacular African sunsets along the Zambezi River. Drinks and snacks are served as you cruise up the river while keeping an eye out for animals coming down to drink on the banks of the Zambezi National Park. The river cruise also provides a good opportunity to see some of the abundant aquatic birdlife that inhabits the banks of the Zambezi. This activity is for children 12 years and older.

Canoeing
Available year-round, canoeing is done in two-person inflatable canoes and is offered from mid-morning to early afternoon. Guests will be accompanied by guides also in inflatables. This fun activity is a great way to spend an adventurous afternoon. Guests leave from the island in their boats and have lunch and drinks en-route on the banks of the river. The canoe trip ends approximately 1.5 hours downstream and guests are transported back to the island in a game viewing vehicle. Total excursion lasts approximately 3 hours.

Also on offer:
Day trips to The Victoria Falls
Day trips to the Chobe National Park
Game Walks
Island Walks
Birding

Special SADC Rate

$428

per person sharing per night. Valid until 30 September 2024

Special SADC Summer Rate from

$312

per person sharing per night. Valid until 19 December 2024

Standard Rate

$535

per person sharing per night.

RATE INCLUDES
    4x4 transfers in an open game viewer vehicle from our 4x4 pickup point and a boat transfer to the island
    Accommodation
    Guided island walks
    Fishing (basic equipment provided, no fly fishing equipment provided)
    All meals (brunch, high tea and dinner)
    Teas and coffees, bottled water, soft drinks, house wines, sparkling wines, local beers and non-premium brand spirits
    Basic laundry.
    Guests can also choose an additional 2 activities per day, the activities being: game drives in the Zambezi National Park, guided game walks in the Zambezi National Park*, guided canoeing* and sunset cruises. For guests staying 3 days or longer we also offer a full day return transfer trip to Victoria Falls (entrance fees to the Rain Forest, private guide, refreshments and any other activities not included). All activities are weather dependent and subject to availability.
    (*Additional charge for SADC discounted rates)
HIGHLIGHTS

The safari tented camp comprises a stylish lounge and dining area for 16 guests. The bar tent is adjacent to this main living area. The vast outside deck makes the most of its river-front setting, and is also in the cool forest. It has an open-air dining area flowing onto a sunken fire-pit which overlooks the river. The main lodge is linked to the pool which is in a sunny spot, from which you may enjoy your favourite cold drink while watching the river glide by.

OUR TIPS
2 swimming pools flowing into each other are the perfect place to cool down with your favourite drink whilst enjoying the warmth of Zimbabwe.

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