TONGABEZI


           
 


Introduction
Tongabezi is a luxury lodge near Victoria Falls on the banks of the Zambezi River. It was founded in 1990 by Ben Parker and the late Will Ruck-Keene, pioneers of eco-tourism in Zambia. Privately owned and run, Tongabezi combines romance and exclusivity with warm and attentive service. Each house and cottage has its own valet who takes care of guests throughout their stay and act as a private concierge. There is no set pattern to days at Tongabezi. Guests can do as much or as little as they wish, with game drives, bush walks and boating trips all included in the price. The majestic Victoria Falls can be viewed either by boat or private aircraft.

 
 

Facilities
The guest accommodation, located only meters from the river, consists of five cottages and four spacious, open-planned stone and thatch houses. All rooms have fabulous river views and en-suite bathrooms.

The four houses - Honeymoon House, Tree House, Bird House and the Dog House are uniquely designed of local materials and have an open-plan bedroom with four poster double bed sheltered by a large airy mosquito canopy. The quirky and open plan design of the Houses means that certain of the baths and "loos" have arguably, the best views in Africa.

Each house and cottage at Tongabezi has its own valet who will be with you throughout your stay to ensure that you make the most of all the comforts it has to offer. With his in-depth knowledge of Tongabezi and the surrounding area, he can become your indispensable companion.

The camp's swimming pool is landscaped into a natural cliff and meals are served in the large dining room or on the deck overlooking the river. The camp also has its own croquet lawn, jetty, tennis courts and a school for the local children.

Activities
Boat trips on the Zambezi, Guided canoeing excursion, Lunch on local island with guided walk, Fishing, Victoria Falls visit, Game Drives (Park fees are extra), Walk in the gorge below the Falls, Cultural museum visit (Entrance fee US$ 5.00 per person extra and subject to change) Local village visit, Mountain bike trail to the local village, Shopping trip in Livingstone town.

What is included
Meals, Beverages, House wine, laundry service and levies

What is not included
Tipping, Park fees, Premium wine, Champagne, Sparkling wines and Liqueurs

Children
Children are welcome at Tongabezi.