10-day South Luangwa, Lower Zambezi & Victoria Falls
Luangwa River Camp | South Luangwa National Park
The South Luangwa National Park marks the end of the Great Rift Valley, one of the last remaining unspoilt wilderness areas and possibly the finest wildlife sanctuary in Africa.
It is through this that the great meandering Luangwa river runs, with its ox bow lagoons, riverine supported woodlands and large plains, all of which play host to huge concentrations of game including elephant, buffalo, leopard, lion, giraffe, hippo and over 450 species of birds.
Luangwa River Camp sits nestled under an ancient ebony grove on the banks of the Luangwa River overlooking the game rich area known as the Luangwa Wafwa.
This small and intimate camp with just five bush suites, along with its setting and location creates a real “wow” factor and a romantic feeling simply flows through the camp.
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Luangwa River CampCredit: Robin Pope SafarisBirds Eye view of the camp
Luangwa River CampCredit: Robin Pope SafarisAerial view of the camp
Luangwa River CampCredit: Robin Pope SafarisAt dusk
Luangwa River CampCredit: Robin Pope SafarisFrom above
Luangwa River CampCredit: Robin Pope SafarisPool with a view
Luangwa River CampCredit: Robin Pope SafarisAt Twilight
Luangwa River CampCredit: Robin Pope SafarisCozy chalets
Luangwa River CampCredit: Robin Pope SafarisInviting pool area
Luangwa River CampCredit: Robin Pope SafarisBreakfast with a view
Luangwa River CampCredit: Robin Pope SafarisMain area
Luangwa River CampCredit: Robin Pope SafarisChalets with a view
Luangwa River CampCredit: Robin Pope SafarisWildlife right at your doorstep
Luangwa River CampCredit: Robin Pope SafarisBath time
Luangwa River CampCredit: Robin Pope SafarisDecadent bathtub
Luangwa River CampCredit: Robin Pope SafarisRoom with a view
Luangwa River CampCredit: Robin Pope SafarisRomantic lunch
Luangwa River CampCredit: Robin Pope SafarisTime to cool off
Luangwa River CampCredit: Robin Pope SafarisChalets in the wilderness
Luangwa River CampCredit: Ed SelfeMain Area
Luangwa River CampCredit: Ed SelfeChalet interior
Luangwa River CampCredit: Ed SelfePool area
Luangwa River CampCredit: Dana AllenNothing is too much trouble
Luangwa River CampCredit: Dana AllenChalet bathroom
Luangwa River CampCredit: Ed SelfeMain lounger/pool area
Luangwa River CampCredit: Ed SelfeDinning area
Luangwa River CampCredit: Ed SelfeLounge area overlooking the Park
Luangwa River CampCredit: Ed SelfeDinning
Luangwa River CampCredit: Ed SelfeChalet exterior
Luangwa River CampCredit: Ed SelfeBreakfast over the Luangwa
Luangwa River CampBathroom
Luangwa River CampWalking Safari
Luangwa River CampBedroom
Luangwa River CampGame drives
Luangwa River CampAlfresco dinning
Luangwa River CampWildlife
Luangwa River CampCredit: Robin Pope SafarisWildlife
Bush suite
The subtly decorated bush suites with brick walls and thatch roof each have ensuite bathrooms with sunken bathtubs looking out onto your own private corner of Africa. Both the bedroom and bathroom are afronted with large sliding doors leading onto a decked area allowing a lovely breeze into the room and great views onto the river.
Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Pool
Room Facilities
Bath, Dressing Gowns, En-Suite, Fan, Hair Dryer, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Mosquito Nets, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Verandah
Available Services
Airport Shuttle (Complimentary), Babysitting Service
Activities on Site
Bird Watching, Boating, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Night Drives, Safaris, Walks (Guided)
Activities Nearby
Cultural Tours
Exploring the Luangwa
Walking in the Luangwa
Seasonal boating on the Luangwa
Your Stay
4 Nights
Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
Fast Facts
Safari Lodge
Spoken Languages: English
No. Rooms: 5
Special Interests: Birding, Flora, Hiking, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife
Time + Tide Chongwe Camp | Lower Zambezi
Enjoy the best views in the Lower Zambezi, looking across the meeting point of two mighty rivers.
Time + Tide Chongwe Camp is our newly refurbished camp, with each safari tent set along the confluence of the Chongwe River which winds through the forested valley meeting with the mighty Zambezi River, creating a haven for wildlife and exceptional sightings.
Its eight classic tents are designed to make the most of what Mother Nature provided. Each has a panoramic view along the Chongwe River, a spacious open-air bathroom, a porch with comfortable lounge chairs and features local textiles and handcrafted furniture.
Every day our team serves up satisfying meals, your favourite drinks and big smiles in the relaxed main lounge. The wildlife hide is great for photography and for spotting rare nocturnal creatures.
The small number of camps in Lower Zambezi National Park keep it free from overcrowding. The area is best known for its impressive variety of safari activities – enjoy drives to walking safaris or take to the rivers on a boat cruise or canoeing safari or try your hand at tiger fishing.
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Time + Tide Chongwe CampCredit: Oliver Fly for Time + Tide
Time + Tide Chongwe CampCredit: Oliver Fly for Time + Tide
Time + Tide Chongwe CampCredit: Oliver Fly for Time + Tide
Time + Tide Chongwe CampCredit: Time + TideThe newly refurbished main lounge area at Time + Tide Chongwe Camp.
Time + Tide Chongwe CampCredit: Time + TideThe region is especially wonderful for large, relaxed herds of elephants, diverse birdlife, predator encounters, especially endangered wild dogs.
Time + Tide Chongwe CampCredit: Time + TideOpen-air bathroom at Time + Tide Chongwe Camp.
Time + Tide Chongwe CampCredit: Oliver Fly for Time + Tide
Time + Tide Chongwe CampCredit: Time + TideTime + Tide Chongwe Camp offers the best views in the entire national park.
Time + Tide Chongwe CampCredit: Time + TideThe newly refurbished safari tents at Time + Time Chongwe Camp.
Time + Tide Chongwe CampCredit: Time + TideThe newly refurbished main lounge area at Time + Tide Chongwe Camp.
Time + Tide Chongwe CampCredit: Time + Tide
Time + Tide Chongwe CampCredit: Time + Tide
Time + Tide Chongwe CampCredit: Time + TideSafari tents details at Time + Time Chongwe Camp.
Time + Tide Chongwe CampCredit: Time + Tide
Time + Tide Chongwe CampCredit: Time + Tide
Time + Tide Chongwe CampCredit: Oliver Fly for Time + Tide
Time + Tide Chongwe CampCredit: Time + TideThe region is especially wonderful for large, relaxed herds of elephants, diverse birdlife, predator encounters, especially endangered wild dogs.
Time + Tide Chongwe CampCredit: Time + Tide
Time + Tide Chongwe CampCredit: Oliver Fly for Time + Tide
Time + Tide Chongwe CampCredit: Time + TideElephant visitors at Time + Tide Chongwe Camp.
Time + Tide Chongwe CampCredit: Oliver Fly for Time + Tide
Time + Tide Chongwe CampCredit: Oliver Fly for Time + Tide
Time + Tide Chongwe CampCredit: Oliver Fly for Time + Tide
Time + Tide Chongwe CampCredit: Oliver Fly for Time + Tide
Time + Tide Chongwe CampCredit: Oliver Fly for Time + Tide
Time + Tide Chongwe CampCredit: Oliver Fly for Time + Tide
Time + Tide Chongwe CampCredit: Oliver Fly for Time + Tide
Time + Tide Chongwe CampCredit: Oliver Fly for Time + Tide
Time + Tide Chongwe Safari Tents
Time + Tide Chongwe Camp's eight Safari Tents are charming, with local textiles and furniture which has been hand crafted, and everything has been beautifully thought out and blends in perfectly with the scenery. Each tent offers panoramic views along the river, so guests can sit on the private deck and watch as the wildlife visits the banks.
THE SAFARI TENTS
+ 8 Classic safari tents with en suite bathrooms + Open air showers + Outdoor seating area with river views + Double or twin configuration + Overhead fans + Generator power with British three-pin plugs in tents + Limited Wifi and no phone signal + Main lodge - dining areas, lounge, bar, campfire, and pool
NEED TO KNOW
+ Open 1 April - 15 November + Children of all ages welcome + 20 min road transfer from Royal Airstrip
Time + Tide Chongwe CampCredit: Oliver Fly for Time + Tide
Time + Tide Chongwe CampCredit: Oliver Fly for Time + Tide
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Time + Tide Chongwe CampCredit: Time + Tide
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Time + Tide Chongwe CampCredit: Time + Tide
Time + Tide Chongwe CampCredit: Time + Tide
Time + Tide Chongwe CampCredit: Time + Tide
Time + Tide Chongwe CampCredit: Oliver Fly for Time + Tide
Property Facilities
Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Pool, Restaurant, Vegetarian
24-hour Security, Airport Shuttle (Complimentary), Credit Card Facilities, Disability, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Meal on Request, Private Vehicle (Available)
Activities on Site
Bird Watching, Boating, Canoeing, Catch-and-release Fishing, Fine Dining, Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing Hide, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Gourmet Picnic, High Tea, Night Drives, Safaris, Sleep Outs, Walks (Guided), Wildlife Tours
Activities Nearby
Animal Encounters, Bird Watching, Boat Cruises, Boating, Canoeing, Catch-and-release Fishing, Cultural Tours, Fishing, Fly Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, River Cruises, Safaris
Driving safaris are all conducted in open 4X4 vehicles (Land Cruiser or Land Rover) with either two or three 'rows' of seats. We generally have 4, with no more than 6, people on a vehicle ensuring everyone has a 'window' seat.
Night drives are generally an extension of your afternoon game drive, canoe or walking safari. As the sun begins to set we stop to watch the day come to a close and as dusk falls set off to explore as the nocturnal animals start to emerge.
The best chance of seeing genets, civets, elephant shrew, porcupine and the fierce honey-badger is after sunset and the large predators, with the exception of wild dog, are most active at night. Night time birding can be very rewarding with nightjars, owls great and small, dikkop, bat hawk and coursers are all abundant.
The Africa night sky is simply magnificent and it’s worth coming all this way just to experience its vastness and splendour. The Milky Way seems 100 times brighter in the Luangwa Valley where there is no light pollution. We’re watched over by the Southern Cross, Orion and Scorpio amongst an infinite number of others and memories of sitting in awed silence listening to the distant call of lions, cicadas and a million tree frogs under the crescent of an African moon will live with you forever.
There is little to compare to the thrill of a walking safari, and we are fortunate to have some of the best terrain for exploring on foot in the Lower Zambezi valley right on our doorstep. Walking is the only way you really become intimate with Africa, learning about the small, seemingly irrelevant plants and animals which are often overlooked on a game drive.
We walk accompanied by an armed scout, and your safari guide will show you an amazing secret world of tiny wonders as he leads you slowly through the bush along ancient animal pathways, examining plants, trees and insects along the way.
One of the most leisurely ways to experience the sights and sounds of the Lower Zambezi valley is on a canoe safari. Our canoes seat two guests and a guide in comfort, with ample room for cameras and binoculars.
Canoeing offers you a completely different perspective as you glide gently along either the Zambezi and its beautiful channels or the Chongwe River, allowing you to fully appreciate the magical beauty of this incredible area and the creatures and plants that inhabit it.
It truly is a special experience for the nature lover using only the safest of routes where previous canoeing experience is not necessary, and lifejackets are provided. All you need to do is sit back, relax and watch Africa slip by!
Chongwe is tiger country! The Lower Zambezi is home to the tiger fish, nicknamed the “water dog,” whose sharp teeth are matched only by its fighting spirit and reputation as one of the world’s top game fish.
At Time + Tide Chongwe Camp we offer our guests the chance to head out onto the river in search of this formidable combatant, operating a strict catch-and-release policy in order to preserve stocks of this incredible fish. You can fish with both fly and popper.
Alternatively, you can try your hand at bream fishing on the river itself, where a limited catch can be brought back to camp and served up with a delicious lemon butter sauce!
Fishing can be combined with game activities and all equipment is provided, with both conventional tackle and entry level fly rods available. We recommend serious fly fisherman should bring their own tackle. Please contact us for specifications and recommendations.
The Zambezi River offers a variety of additional activities that few, if any, other destinations can offer. One such activity is a river safari which offers both morning and afternoon opportunities to view game from the comfort of a luxury boat.
Sit back and relax as your guide leisurely navigates the islands and main channels of the mighty Zambezi. Cruise the river looking at game, birds and enjoy some of the most spectacular sunsets you are ever likely to see. All without the bumps and dust of game drives.
Morning coffee or evening sundowners can be enjoyed from either the boat or from your own island in the middle of the Zambezi River!
Time + Tide Chongwe Camp
Despite the remote and tranquil setting, our culinary team uses locally produced ingredients to create delectable meals that satisfy the soul and delight the palette. Whether you dine under the stars, in the privacy of your suite, or overlooking the river, our attention to detail and warm hospitality will create a wonderful experience. At the end of a lively day on safari, enjoy your sundowner, a cherished African tradition. Whether you prefer a crisp gin and tonic or a local beer, our excellent bar staff have got you covered!
Meal times at Chongwe are fluid depending on the time of year and the choice of morning activity but a general guide is as follows
Breakfast 6.00am - 7.00am. Watch the hippos stir and early morning game drinking from the river bank in front of you while you sip hot coffee and enjoy a light breakfast buffet.
Brunch 11.30am - 12.30pm. After returning from your morning activity a buffet brunch is served. Join your guide and fellow guests to share tales of the morning’s adventures.
High Tea 3.30pm - 4.00pm. Meet for drinks and a delicious, freshly baked treat before setting off on your afternoon activity
Dinner 7.30pm - 8.00pm. After pre-dinner drinks and canapés around the roaring fire, guests are seated for a delicious three course dinner served al fresco under a canopy of stars.
Guests staying in our Albida or Cassia Suites have the option of dining privately or are more than welcome to join guests for meals at the main camp.
We are also happy to arrange earlier dinners for any younger guests upon request and pre-arrangement.
Our team of highly trained, local Chefs are more than happy to cater for any special dietary requirements you may have. If your food preferences or requirements could be considered out of the ordinary (vegetarian, vegan, gluten, dairy free etc) then we do ask that you inform us in advance of your arrival.
Time + Tide Chongwe Camp DiningCredit: Oliver Fly for Time + Tide
Time + Tide Chongwe Camp DiningCredit: Time + Tide
Time + Tide Chongwe Camp DiningCredit: Time + Tide
Time + Tide Chongwe Camp DiningCredit: Time + Tide
Time + Tide Chongwe Camp DiningCredit: Time + Tide
Time + Tide Chongwe Camp DiningCredit: Time + Tide
Your Stay
3 Nights
Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
Fast Facts
Lodge
Spoken Languages: English
No. Rooms: 8
Special Interests: Adventure, Birding, Fishing, Flora, Hiking, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife
Stanley Safari Lodge | Victoria Falls (Zambia)
Set on a hill bordering the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park and overlooking unspoilt bush, Stanley Safari Lodge is only 3km from the Victoria Falls. The views are splendid: the spray of the Falls in the distance, the mighty Zambezi river and on top of that yet another beautiful African sunset. From either our main garden, our infinity pool or from the privacy of your room, views are unmatched.
The open-sided Main House has been designed with space and views in mind and has a truly African feel. Enjoy sundowners in the African style lounge, a 3 course dinner in the dining room or spend some quiet time in the library or upper deck discovering the secrets of Africa.
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open honeymoon suite w plunge poolCredit: Stanley Safaris
open family suiteCredit: Stanley Safaris
open honeymoon suiteCredit: Stanley Safaris
standard open cottageCredit: Stanley SafarisBirds room
open honeymoon suiteCredit: Stanley Safaris
closed colonial suite w plunge poolCredit: Stanley Safaris
Stanley Safari Lodge has 6 normal cottages which are open-sided. Every room has bath and shower facilities, toilet, washbasin and a terrace or small garden. With prior notice, most rooms can be configured in double, twin, single or triple configuration.
The open Honeymoon Suite with private plunge pool has a double bed, double shower, bath, washbasin, toilet with a view, lounge area with fire place and a terrace with private plunge pool.
The open Family Suite has a double or twin beds, shower, bath, washbasin, toilet with a view, a mini-plunge pool and a lounge with 2 small convertible beds for 2 children under 10 years). The lounge, bedroom and bathroom are interconnected.
The closed colonial Livingstone Suite with private plunge pool is built in a different style as the rest of the lodge. It is entirely closed, with doors and windows, has a covered terrace with plunge pool and a shower, bath, washbasin and toilet. This suite is available in double, twin, single or triple (extra bed) configuration. This suite has also a lounge with fire place.
The closed colonial Stanley family Suite with private plunge pool has the same style and feel as the Livingstone Suite. As it is a Family Suite, it has a smaller children’s bedroom with twin beds, shower, washbasin and toilet. The master bedroom has double or twin beds, double shower, bath, washbasin and toilet. The lounge which is between both rooms has a fire place, while the covered terrace has its plunge pool.
Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Activity Desk, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Library, Meal on Request, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking
Room Facilities
Bath, En-Suite, Fan, Hair Dryer, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mosquito Nets, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Verandah