Chongwe Camp is a tented lodge set on the banks of the Chongwe River at the confluence with the mighty Zambezi River on the western edge of the Lower Zambezi National Park.
Chongwe Camp has an absolutely gorgeous location with stunning views up the Chongwe River towards the Zambian escarpment beyond. Partly for this reason, and partly because there is so often game in view from camp, whether it is elephant, hippo, impala, bushbuck or warthog, the camp has always had a very idyllic and relaxing wilderness feel. The camp is slightly larger than many Zambian camps, and the standard tents are fairly compact and quite close together, which is perfect for some travellers but not private or luxurious enough for others. Their Cassia and Albida suites are however more privately located and more spacious. Chongwe has always had a relaxed, friendly atmosphere with communal meals and smiling staff. It is also less expensive than most of the other lodges in Lower Zambezi, making it a very good option for anyone looking to experience the varied activities, superb game viewing and beautiful scenery of the Lower Zambezi, without having to pay high end prices. However at some stage soon the standard tents will be upgraded and this will certainly change the dynamic of the camp.
ACCOMMODATION
Chongwe Camp caters for a maximum of 24 guests in 9 luxury tents, the Cassia ‘honeymoon’ suite and their two-bedroomed Albida Suite. Each of the standard tents are set on a solid concrete plinth with proper framed doors. They are…
AREAS & ACTIVITIES
The Lower Zambezi National Park follows the northern banks of the mighty Zambezi River and offers a wonderful mix of miombo, mopane and acacia woodland interspersed with open plains and thick riverine…
Families
Children of 6 years and above are accepted at Chongwe Camp, whilst for walking and canoeing children must be minimum 12 years. The Albida suite is great for families with children old enough to sleep in their own tent, and…
Conservation & community
Time + Tide, owners of Chongwe Camp, operate the Time + Tide Foundation which connects their lodges with neighbouring communities. The projects undertaken by the Foundation reinforce conservation, health and education…
| Location | Lower Zambezi National Park |
| Access | Scheduled or Charter flight into Royal airstrip |
| Open | April to mid-November |
| Pricing | £££££ |
| Camp Style | Tented lodge |
| Focus | Big game / Birding / Zambezi Experience |
| Children | 6 years + |
| Activities | Game drives (day and night) / Walking / Boating / Canoeing / Fishing / Sleep out / Hide |
| Vehicles | Open |
| Maximum Guests on Vehicle | 8 |
| Private Vehicle Options | Yes |
| Off-road Driving | Yes (for certain sightings) |
| Number of Rooms | 11 (including Albida Suite) |
| Family Accommodation | Two bedroomed Albida Suite |
| Bathroom | Outdoor – Flush toilet / Plumbed basin / Plumbed shower |
| Power for charging | In room |
| Lighting | Electric |
| Hairdryer | Not possible |
| Heating/Cooling | Ceiling fans |
| Room Safe | Yes |
| Laundry Service | Complimentary |
| Communication in room | No |
| Wi-Fi | Central areas |
| Mobile Reception | No |
| Swimming | Communal pool |
| Wellness | No |
| Dining Style | Communal |
| Drinks Included | House drinks |
| Credit Cards | Visa and Mastercard |