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Chongwe River House & Camp

 
 

Description

Chongwe River Camp is situated on the confluence of the Chongwe and Zambezi Rivers, directly opposite Mana Pools.The Chongwe River is the boundary of the Lower Zambezi National Park, a four thousand square kilometre pristine sanctuary, teeming with game, and said to be one of the continent's most picturesque wilderness areas. A policy of non-intrusive enjoyment of wildlife and low environmental impact has preserved the area and its wildlife. The Lower Zambezi has become one of southern Africa's premier destinations for peaceful game viewing and unparalleled tiger fish angling. The camp itself looks onto the confluence of the two rivers and the mountains of the escarpment to the north. Chongwe River Camp is a family owned and run business dedicated not only to providing your dream safari experience but also hospitality that can only be found in a home. Under a complete canopy of huge Winterthorn Acacias, the camp occupies an unrivalled location, used twice by David Livingstone on his travels, as did Courtney Selous, when he hunted in this, his favourite wilderness.

Rates include: Accommodation, activities, beverages, laundry, local transfer, meals and National Park Fees. Activities include game drives (day & night), canoeing, walking safaris, boat cruises and fishing.


Check-In  01:00 PM   Check-Out 10:00 AM

Price & Availability

ON REQUEST
Thursday 11th September
  • Per Person Sharing:
  • R450
  • Per Person:
  • R600
  • Per Unit:
  • R1350
  • Minimum Stay:
  • 2 Nights
 
Check-in
10 February 2012
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Albida and Cassia SuitesX 2
Includes: Breakfast & Dinner
Albida Suite: Opened in 2007, Chongwe River Camps’ Albida suite, designed by Neil Rocher, is situated on the Chongwe and Zambezi confluence with a view of the escarpment to the North. It is on the finest site we have and has been in reserve for a special project. Custom designed tents and organic ferro walling interspersed with natural wood. The two rooms share a lounge and dining area appointed with fine furniture and antiques that over look a private pool and the Zambezi. The en-suite deluxe rooms are separate octagonal tents with gauze windows on seven sides with inter-leading path ways and gardens. The bathrooms have a canvas roof but are open to the bush with a bath, double basins and double shower. One shower is under cover and one is open air. Perfect for families or friends who travel together. The rooms can have a third bed or cot quite easily. The Cassia Suite is a stand-alone unit at the very confluence of the Chongwe and Zambezi Rivers, built to compliment our executive suite at Albida and provide a luxurious individual tent for Chongwe, ideal for guests requesting the exclusivity of a suite and offers privacy and the quintessential romantic setting for honeymoon couples. Built in the same style and grandeur as Albida Suite with a custom-designed octagonal room tent, this has gauze windows, which may be rolled up during the day, on seven sides of tents. The adjoining bathroom has a canvas roof with double basin, shower and free standing bath with organic ferro walling interspersed with natural wood allowing privacy but also a sense of open-air bathing. A lounge appointed with comfortable, plush chairs and sofas and accented with fine antiques sits toward the front of the suite alongside a private pool set at the edge of the river.
Bathroom Facilities Private bathroom, Outdoor shower
Beds Double beds
Other Tea and Coffee Facilities, Bar Fridge, No Smoking in Rooms
Views River
 
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Chongwe River CampX 9
Includes: Breakfast & Dinner
Light, airy and spacious, with either a single king-sized or two single beds, each of Chongwe River Camp's nine standard tents is equipped with enough luxuries to ensure your stay in the bush is exceptional. Cotton linens, local textiles and hand-crafted furniture blend seamlessly with organic fittings and fixtures, all designed to make the most of what Mother Nature has provided, including the incredible views. All of the tents are under thatch, ensuring maximum coolness in the heat of the day. Each has a large outdoor bathroom with hot and cold running water, shower, toilet, vanity unit and dressing area with a wardrobe and full-length mirror. The tents also have their own private verandahs overlooking the river
Bathroom Facilities Private bathroom, Outdoor shower
Beds King beds
Other No Smoking in Rooms
Views River
 
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Sleeps 2 Price: p/p sharing
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Chongwe River HouseX 1
Includes: Breakfast & Dinner
Designed by Neil Rocher, this stunning private house is situated approximately 1 km from our camp. The entire house is built of ferro walls and wild wood. The location of the house is at the end of a massive winterthorn grove, on the banks of the peaceful Chongwe River. The view of the nearby mountainous escarpment is spectacular. Chongwe River House sleeps eight in four spacious ensuite bedrooms; all have king-size plus beds under waves of netting. From each bed there is a stunning view of the bush or the escarpment. The bathrooms have waterfall showers and exquisite basins carved from wood and white marble by the Zambian artist Eddie Mumba. From your outside baths you can lie and gaze out across the bush. Sitting on the deck, under a huge winterthorn tree and next to the large pool, your view across the Zambezi escarpment is magnificent. The Chongwe area is famous for huge male elephants feeding through the winterthorn grove in which the house is situated and this amazing game experience is enhanced by the fact the Chongwe River itself it the main water source for most of the game in the area.
Bathroom Facilities Private bathroom, En-suite
Beds King beds
Views River
 
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Sleeps 8 Price: p/p sharing
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* Please note that these rates are a guide and are subject to change. Please confirm availability by requesting a quote.

Albida and Cassia Suites x 2

Includes: D B & B

Albida Suite: Opened in 2007, Chongwe River Camps’ Albida suite, designed by Neil Rocher, is situated on the Chongwe and Zambezi confluence with a view of the escarpment to the North. It is on the finest site we have and has been in reserve for a special project. Custom designed tents and organic ferro walling interspersed with natural wood. The two rooms share a lounge and dining area appointed with fine furniture and antiques that over look a private pool and the Zambezi. The en-suite deluxe rooms are separate octagonal tents with gauze windows on seven sides with inter-leading path ways and gardens. The bathrooms have a canvas roof but are open to the bush with a bath, double basins and double shower. One shower is under cover and one is open air. Perfect for families or friends who travel together. The rooms can have a third bed or cot quite easily. The Cassia Suite is a stand-alone unit at the very confluence of the Chongwe and Zambezi Rivers, built to compliment our executive suite at Albida and provide a luxurious individual tent for Chongwe, ideal for guests requesting the exclusivity of a suite and offers privacy and the quintessential romantic setting for honeymoon couples. Built in the same style and grandeur as Albida Suite with a custom-designed octagonal room tent, this has gauze windows, which may be rolled up during the day, on seven sides of tents. The adjoining bathroom has a canvas roof with double basin, shower and free standing bath with organic ferro walling interspersed with natural wood allowing privacy but also a sense of open-air bathing. A lounge appointed with comfortable, plush chairs and sofas and accented with fine antiques sits toward the front of the suite alongside a private pool set at the edge of the river.

Features available

Bathroom Facilities Private bathroom, Outdoor shower
Beds Double beds
Other Tea and Coffee Facilities, Bar Fridge, No Smoking in Rooms
Views River

Chongwe River Camp x 9

Includes: D B & B

Light, airy and spacious, with either a single king-sized or two single beds, each of Chongwe River Camp's nine standard tents is equipped with enough luxuries to ensure your stay in the bush is exceptional. Cotton linens, local textiles and hand-crafted furniture blend seamlessly with organic fittings and fixtures, all designed to make the most of what Mother Nature has provided, including the incredible views. All of the tents are under thatch, ensuring maximum coolness in the heat of the day. Each has a large outdoor bathroom with hot and cold running water, shower, toilet, vanity unit and dressing area with a wardrobe and full-length mirror. The tents also have their own private verandahs overlooking the river

Features available

Bathroom Facilities Private bathroom, Outdoor shower
Beds King beds
Other No Smoking in Rooms
Views River

Chongwe River House x 1

Includes: D B & B

Designed by Neil Rocher, this stunning private house is situated approximately 1 km from our camp. The entire house is built of ferro walls and wild wood. The location of the house is at the end of a massive winterthorn grove, on the banks of the peaceful Chongwe River. The view of the nearby mountainous escarpment is spectacular. Chongwe River House sleeps eight in four spacious ensuite bedrooms; all have king-size plus beds under waves of netting. From each bed there is a stunning view of the bush or the escarpment. The bathrooms have waterfall showers and exquisite basins carved from wood and white marble by the Zambian artist Eddie Mumba. From your outside baths you can lie and gaze out across the bush. Sitting on the deck, under a huge winterthorn tree and next to the large pool, your view across the Zambezi escarpment is magnificent. The Chongwe area is famous for huge male elephants feeding through the winterthorn grove in which the house is situated and this amazing game experience is enhanced by the fact the Chongwe River itself it the main water source for most of the game in the area.

Features available

Bathroom Facilities Private bathroom, En-suite
Beds King beds
Views River

Facilities

Facilities and Services

  • Laundry Service
  • Braai / Barbecue
  • Bar on the Premises
  • Swimming Pool
  • Fireplace on the Premises
 

Dining

  • Restaurant on the Premises
  • Breakfast Served
 

Facilities in Rooms/Units

  • No Smoking in Rooms
  • Tea and Coffee in Rooms
  • Bar Fridges in Rooms
 

Environment

  • Game Reserve
 

Activities Nearby

  • Fishing
  • Paddling - Canoeing
  • Walking
  • Game Drives
 

Languages Spoken

  • English
 

Memberships and Legal

  • Zambia National Tourist Board
 

Chongwe River House & Camp Map

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*Distances are shown as the crow flies and not necessarily the actual travelling distance.

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