A Zambezi River Gem voted as "Africa's Most Romantic Safari Propery"
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Sunset Deck / Main Area
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Livingstone Island Experience
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The Tree House Interior
Luxury amid the trees
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The Tree House Bath & Views
Perfect for couples and honeymooners who love luxury and nature combined
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Nut House
Ultimate Luxury
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Rock Pool
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Tujatane Welcome Song!
Tujatane was founded in 1996 to provide underprivileged rural children, living within walking distance of the school, with a sound and holistic education in order to improve the quality of their lives.
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Nut House Views and Private Deck
Overlooking the Zambezi
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Meals - Breakfast
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Cruise to Sandbar Sundowners
An island picnic setup, arrive by e-dhow
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Main Area Pool 1/2 (Rock Pool)
Tongabezi has two main swimming pools. This is one of the, overlooking the Zambezi River and near our main dining area
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Main Area Sunken Sunset Deck & Fire Pit
Overlooking the Zambezi River with drinks
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Main Pool 2/2 and Gym Area
There's a cocktail bar and personal trainer...balance!
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Tongabezi's Onsite, Organic Community Vegetable Garden
Ask about our Chefs Tour and Pick Your Plate activity
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Rhino Walks for Conservation
Head to Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park for a guided experience with our team
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Sampan Dinners on the Zambezi
Enjoy a meal on the water with each course delivered by dhow
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Victoria Falls - The Zambian Side!
Experienced with an inclusive Livingstone Island Tour by our team
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Tangala Private House
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Tangala Private House
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Tangala Private House
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Tangala Private House
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Tangala Private House
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Tangala Private House
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Bird House Exterior
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Bird House Outdoor Bath
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Bird House Private Plunge Pool
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Bird House
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Dog House Private Plunge Pool and Shared Living/Dining/Bar Area
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Dog House Bathroom 2/2
Dog House Bedroom 2/2
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Dog House Bedroom 1/2
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Dog House In-Room Living Area
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Dog House Bathroom 1/2
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Garden Cottage Twin Set Up
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Garden Cottage Private Pool and Garden
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Garden Cottage Bathroom
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Honeymoon House Interior
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Honeymoon House Private Plunge Pool
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Honeymoon House Exterior
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Nut House En Suite with Bath Views
Bath, Shower, Vanity and Views
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Nut House Private Plunge Pool
Outdoor luxury living
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River Cottage Exterior
Personal Tea/Coffee station and outdoor lounge
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River Cottage Exterior
Private Dining and deck
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River Cottage
Overlooking the Zambezi with Private Deck
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River Cottage En Suite
Bath, Shower, Vanity & Views
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Main Area
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Evening Entertainment
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Spa Treatments
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E-Dhow Cruise
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Redefining life on the banks of the Zambezi River the River Cottages feature high ceilings, giant bespoke wood and glass windows and doors leading onto expansive sustainable pine decks. The signature African fusion Tongabezi style has been distilled to the best of 'Made in Zambia' in both the interior and outdoor spaces.
We are famous for keeping the romance of travel alive and our Cottages were designed to provide a private haven where your every whim just happens to be attended to by your very own valet.
The Nut House is a haven from the elements. It is entirely enclosed but has light streaming in through every wall. The best art, textiles, and textures have been collected and combined from all around the African continent - from Morocco, Mali, Zambia, and South Africa just to start. This creates a lusciously romantic setting for relaxation, without losing an inch of the incredible river-view.
The palette is easy on the eyes, seamlessly blending the house into Zambia's natural scenery. Folding doors open onto the elevated private garden and infinity plunge pool. Spectacular views over the Zambezi are guaranteed.
At the end of the swimming pool, a hidden path winds along the cliff face to our secluded Tree House. Set against the basalt rock bed, amongst the branches of a riverine Ebony tree, this house spreads out over a sustainable pine deck that guarantees incredible views of the Zambezi River.
The king size bed has a large, canopied mosquito net with air conditioning and the extensive space can also be used for private dining and lounging. The bathroom’s crowning glory is a perfectly positioned claw footed bath and from the Anatolian carpets to the Asian chests and West African artwork the Tree House invokes exotic day dreams.
All the inclusive Tongabezi activities are available... but this house is so much part of the surroundings that you can experience the beauty and majesty of Zambia without setting a foot outside.
The Bird House features an open-air claw footed bath and a private terrace for dining under the stars. Guests can go canoeing on the river, join game drives, bush walks and enjoy sunset boat trips. Luxury camps such as Tongabezi provide a perfect base to explore Victoria Falls and the stunning African bush surrounding it.
Built with the perfect view, indulgence and privacy in mind the Honeymoon House is the original blueprint for luxury Tongabezi accommodation. The private balcony overlooks the river, providing a perfect setting for a secluded candlelit dinner beneath the stars. Alternatively, you can choose to dine with our other guests on one of the river decks.
The Dog House personifies the Tonga ethos of exclusivity, romance and luxury with a twist of quirkiness. Located at the very end of the elevated garden path, this private haven sits on three large wooden decks over the Zambezi river. Recently extensively refurbished, the house remains magnificently proportioned and now has two beautiful bedrooms to accommodate small groups and families. The sprawling space includes a central designated chill zone with an infinity pool, extended deck, large lounge and cozy dining room. Whether you manage to venture out to enjoy the inclusive activities, dabble in serious adventure – or simply elect to order the massages in - the brand new Dog House is so much more than a beautiful, African Fusion style accommodation choice... it is the experience of a life time.
The result of a number of years of energy, imagination and many conversations with top travel specialists and our guests, the Garden House perfectly fills the family travel niche at Tongabezi. Set back from the river, seclusion and shelter are a happy swop for the sweeping Zambezi views that can still be enjoyed from any of the decks of the main lodge. It is a very private, very safe space where all the members of the family can spread out a little and indulge in an exclusive dining room, large lounge, two en-suite bedrooms and of course run around the garden and cool off in the private plunge pool. Tongabezi is proud of our crazily indulgent reputation and the Garden House is no compromise: Whether you are a wide eyed bush baby or parents who believe romance should always be a priority.
Tangala House is a luxurious family home on the banks of the Zambezi River, close to Tongabezi it lies 15km upstream of Victoria Falls. The house has four bedrooms, three with en-suite bathrooms, and a 12m private swimming pool. Stylishly designed and furnished, it has featured in House and Garden magazine in the UK and comes with a vehicle and boat, chef, waiters and private guide all courtesy of Tongabezi.
Ideal for a Zambia family safari, Tangala House sleeps up to 8 and has a children’s playroom and a spacious kitchen-dining room. The rooms are enclosed, with large glass fitted windows to keep out the insects and allow guests to enjoy magnificent views across the Zambezi. Over 145 species of birds have been spotted from the kitchen window and elephant herds can often be seen drinking on the opposite bank.