Time + Tide Chinzombo
Time + Tide Chinzombo is a luxury tented lodge on the banks of the Luangwa River in the central Mfuwe area of South Luangwa National Park.
Chinzombo is one of the oldest camps in the Luangwa Valley, and having been closed for several years it re-opened in 2013 as Norman Carr Safaris’ flagship and most luxurious camp. It is a small, exclusive camp with luxurious tented suites, and it certainly brought a new level of luxury and sophistication to the valley. If you are looking for somewhere in South Luangwa that is refined and relaxing, with superior accommodation and attentive service, then this is probably your best option. The only downside is that the Mfuwe area of the park is generally the busiest section of the park, so you can’t expect high levels of exclusivity when on game drives.
ACCOMMODATION
Accommodation is for only 14 guests in six spacious and contemporary tented suites, each raised on concrete plinths with views over the Luangwa River. The interiors are spacious and stylish, with an open plan feel from the plumbed…
AREAS & ACTIVITIES
The Luangwa Valley forms the southern end of the Great Rift Valley and the floor is about 1,000ft lower than the surrounding plateau. Through the centre flows the Luangwa River which is fed by dozens of sand rivers during the rainy…
Families
Chinzombo accepts children of all ages but is a very upmarket and expensive camp and will therefore only appeal to families who are looking for that level of experience in Zambia. The family villa is fantastic with lots of space…
Conservation & community
Time + Tide, owners of Chinzombo, operate the Time + Tide Foundation which connects their lodges with neighbouring communities. The projects undertaken by the Foundation reinforce conservation, health and education…
Location | South Luangwa National Park |
Access | Scheduled or Charter flight into Mfuwe (50 mins drive) |
Open | All year |
Pricing | £££££ |
Camp Style | Luxury tented lodge |
Focus | Big game / Birding |
Children | No age restriction |
Activities | Game drives (day and night) / Guided walks / Village visits / Boating (limited) |
Vehicles | Open |
Maximum Guests on Vehicle | 6 |
Private Vehicle Options | Yes |
Off-road Driving | Yes (for certain sightings) |
Number of Rooms | 6 suites (including 1 family villa) |
Family Accommodation | 1 two bedroomed family villa / triples possible |
Bathroom | Flush toilet / Plumbed basin / Plumbed shower / Bath |
Power for charging | In room |
Lighting | Electric |
Hairdryer | Provided in room |
Heating/Cooling | Evening Breeze air-conditioning over bed |
Room Safe | Yes |
Laundry Service | Complimentary |
Communication in room | No |
Wi-Fi | Throughout property |
Mobile Reception | Yes |
Swimming | Private plunge pools |
Wellness | In room spa and massage |
Dining Style | Communal |
Drinks Included | House drinks |
Credit Cards | Visa and Mastercard |