Time&Tide Chongwe, Sambia: Safari am Zambezi-Fluss

Time&Tide Chongwe

About the hotel

In the Lower Zambezi Valley, one of Africa’s most untouched regions, you will find the four-room Time + Tide Chongwe House alongside the neighbouring camp with eight tents. Chongwe sits directly on the banks of the wild-flowing Chongwe River, where giants such as baobabs and elephants feel at home. Whether you choose the camp or the house, you can look forward to panoramic river views, spacious open-air bathrooms, verandas with comfortable loungers and a dedicated team caring for you each day. As there are only a few camps in the Lower Zambezi National Park, a private and peaceful atmosphere comes naturally here. Chongwe River House is the perfect place for families to combine adventure with exclusive relaxation in a spectacular natural setting.

Kids & Teens

Children of all ages are warmly welcomed at Time&Tide Chongwe. A range of exciting activities and excursions is offered for children. Family game drives in 4x4 vehicles, walking safaris and boat safaris will delight guests of all ages and set every heart racing.

Experiences & Activities

Exciting experiences await, from day and night game drives to guided walking safaris, boat and canoe outings, and fishing! The camp also offers distinctive experiences such as sleeping under the stars and cultural excursions to local communities. Despite the remote setting, the kitchen team creates delicious dishes from local ingredients, to be enjoyed under the stars, out on safari or overlooking the Chongwe River.

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Time&Tide Chongwe

in our eyes

Chongwe Lodge is a beautiful base for varied safaris — and the privately bookable Chongwe River House is an utterly magical place! Breathtaking river views, an extensive choice of exciting excursions, complete tranquillity and exceptional comfort come together for an unforgettable stay in this remote setting. With a little luck, you may even receive the occasional visitor: an elephant feeding from the acacia trees.

Best time to travel

The best time to visit Lower Zambezi National Park in Zambia is during the dry season from May to October. During these months, temperatures are pleasant and wildlife sightings along the mighty Zambezi River are spectacular. Elephants, hippos and buffalo can be found in great numbers along the riverbanks.

The dry conditions make this an ideal time for boat safaris and canoe excursions, allowing you to experience the wildlife at close range. Fishing and walking safaris are also especially popular during these months. The landscape is breathtaking at this time, and the chances of impressive sightings of predators and large mammals are high.

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Destination region

Lower Zambezi

Lower Zambezi National Park covers around 4,100 km² and reMayns blissfully untouched by mass tourism. For the few guests who do visit, this only adds to its appeal, as the park is home to abundant wildlife including elephants, buffalo, cheetahs, hippos and hundreds of bird species. It also encompasses a variety of landscapes, all shaped by the changing water levels of the Zambezi.

Families can enjoy a wide range of exciting activities in Lower Zambezi National Park. Game drives in open safari vehicles offer the chance to observe elephants, lions, buffalo and many other animals in their natural habitat. For adventurous families, guided canoe safaris on the Zambezi are a particular highlight, bringing them close to hippos, crocodiles and a remarkable variety of birdlife. Guided bush walks allow children and adults alike to discover the park’s flora and fauna on foot while learning more about the natural world. A visit to the local communities also offers fascinating insight into the culture and way of life of the people who live here.

Time&Tide Chongwe

Zambia – Lower Zambezi