Lower Zambezi
Chongwe River Camp & House
Gwabi River Lodge Plot 2765/m, Chirundu PO Box CH37, Lusaka Tel: +260 1 515 078 Cell: +26 097 965 0920 www.gwabiriverlodge.com
c/o PO Box CA 102, Castle Post Office, Lusaka Tel: +260 211 841 051/841 052 Email: info@chongwe.com www.chongwe.com Set beneath a canopy of winterthorns at the confluence of the Zambezi and Chongwe rivers, this award-winning camp is a family owned and run business dedicated to providing a dream safari experience combined with high standards of hospitality. Accommodation is in large, well appointed safari tents under thatch, with luxury open-air bathrooms. Each tent
sleeps two people, in twin or double beds. All fittings are made from natural materials found near the lodge. The private Chongwe River House is just 1 km away and is a unique private property with ferro walls and open fronted has space to accommodate up to eight guests.
Gwabi is a fishing lodge situated on the tranquil banks of the Kafue River undisturbed by passing boats.
Other accommodation available includes a large shaded camping ground overlooking the Kafue River.
The lodge offers 10 en-suite air conditioned chalets, with DSTV and complimentary tea and coffee tray. All rooms accommodate two adults or three in a family arrangement.
The campsite is fully equipped with socket points, lights, ablution blocks and braai facilities.
Kanyemba Lodge
Kasaka River Lodge
PO Box 38837, Lusaka Tel: +260 977 755 720 Skype: kanyemba Email: info@kanyemba.com www.kanyemba.com
c/o PO Box CA 102 Castle Post Office, Lusaka Tel: +260 211 841 051/841 052 Email: info@chongwe.com www.chongwe.com
Nestled on the banks of the Zambezi, only two and a half hours from Lusaka, lies Kanyemba Lodge. The stone and thatch rondavels with en-suite bathroom, walk-in wardrobe and private veranda overlooking the Zambezi and a thatched ‘family house’ are discreetly located on the river bank.
Overlooking the river, the restaurant and bar allow spacious dining, while upstairs, guests can relax and enjoy the extensive library. Each evening guests are treated to Kanyemba’s award-winning cuisine of Italian fare with the freshest and most typical local ingredients.
Each chalet has its own veranda overlooking the Zambezi River and en-suite bathrooms.
Kanyemba also owns and operates a small, intimate bushcamp on its own private Island.
Part of the Chongwe Safaris group, Kasaka is a classically appointed family-oriented bush camp offering outstanding experiences in breathtakingly beautiful surroundings. Hippo and elephant frequently pass through the lodge, which is located a few kilometres from the Lower Zambezi National Park in the Chiawa Partnership Park – a pioneering
Kiambi Safari Lodge
Mvuu Lodge
PO Box 360073, Kafue Tel: +260 977 186 106; 966 655 878; 977 876 003 Email: Kiambi@coppernet.zm www.kiambi.co.za
Cell: +27 (0)79 524 8709 Email: info@mvuulodge.com www.mvuulodge.com
The choice of accommodation ranges from eight spacious tented chalets on raised wooden platforms with en-suite bathrooms, fans, bar fridges and private verandas to newer chalets that are air conditioned. All chalets have spectacular views and are furnished with Rhodesian teak and top quality bedding. The impressive lodge bar has perhaps
the best view of the Zambezi. With an array of activities to choose from, the decision what to do is tough. Or simply relax at a choice of not one but two of the swimming pools. Kiambi, meaning ‘first’, is the first lodge situated after the pontoon on the Kafue River 9 km away. Kiambi Safari Lodge offers both road and boat transfers from Lusaka to anywhere on the Lower Zambezi.
Mwambashi River Lodge
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community-based conservation area. The eight classic tents enjoy an enviable position along the river, with four ‘wild side’ tents tucked away in shady riverine bush and four family-friendly tents surrounding rolling lawns and a sparkling pool on the river’s edge. The beautiful Wild Mango honeymoon suite is set on the ‘wild side’.
tiger fishing, birding, photography, star gazing and of course, complete and total relaxation. There are seven luxury en-suite fixed tents and three comfortable self-catering fixed tents. The seven campsites are situated close to the lodges and are nestled in thick bush under a canopy of indigenous trees.
Potato Bush Camp c/o Post.Net Box E017 P/Bag 283, Crossroads, Lusaka Tel: +260 211 845 204 Email: reservations@sausagetreecamp.com www.potatobushcamp.com
c/o PO Box 33111, Lusaka Tel/Fax: +260 211 278 248/49 Email: rzl@iconnect.zm www.lionroars.com Deep within the heart of the Lower Zambezi National Park, lies Mwambashi River Lodge. It accommodates 16 guests in large safari tents built on raised wooden decks with en-suite facilities. All tents have private balconies with views over the river. Mwambashi is renowned not only for its fabulous location but also for its friendly service. There is always something
Superbly set on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River, Mvuu Lodge – place of the hippo – is rugged, yet gentle, comfortable yet one with nature. A mere 18 km from the Lower Zambezi National Park, Mvuu Lodge offers activities to suit everyone’s needs, including game drives by boat or vehicle, sundowner cruises, environmental awareness walks, canoe safaris,
At the main lodge there is an open bar with a large outdoor swimming pool.
special on offer at Mwambashi, whether it’s a bush dinner, sundowners on the river or a day of exhilarating game viewing, canoeing the delightful channels or landing a first tigerfish. Activities are day and night game drives in open 4x4s, boating and fishing on the river and channels, guided walking and birdwatching. All are accompanied by guides.
Located alongside sister property Sausage Tree Camp, shaded Potato Bush Camp enjoys spectacular views of the Zambezi River. Cleverly constructed on raised timber boardwalks to extent the season, the Camp comprises three well appointed canvas and rosewood safari tents plus a two-bedroom family tent equipped with its own large plunge pool.
There is open-plan dining for 12 guests and a bar and lounge area. A camp fire is well positioned on the river edge and is the only part of Potato Bush Camp that actually touches the ground. Potato Bush Camp offers professionally guided game drives, canoeing and boat trips, educational walking safaris, exciting night game drives and fishing in the Zambezi.