Reviews of Tongabezi
Wildlife sightings and reviews
65 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Tongabezi and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"Tongabezi review"
Visit to the local village was eye opening." See all these reviews: 6n in Botswana; 5n in South Africa; 2n in Zambia
Elephant
1 sighting
Giraffe
1 sighting
Hippo
Multiple sightings
White Rhino
Multiple sightings
Zebra
1 sighting
"Tongabezi review"
The evening sundowner boat trip was lovely and saw lots of animals on the banks of the river. very relaxing.
Would recommend this camp." See all these reviews: 12n in Botswana; 2n in Zambia
Hippo
10 sightings
Zebra
1 sighting
"Tongabezi review"
Although I was surprised to discover on day 2 that there were a lot of monkeys around which we were not initially told about. After I had used our plunge pool my husband told me that they had been peeing in it so I was concerned about how clean it was.
Perhaps guests need to be warned about the number of steep steps to climb - after 10 days of inactivity it was quite a challenge! A good information folder about the lodge and grounds and activities on offer would have been very useful - eg about the nice pool which was hidden away and which we really enjoyed using daily, Sorting out the activities between the 4 of us, became somewhat complicated although we very much enjoyed all the trips we did.
We had no radio or means of communication apart from one night when it appeared. It meant we had to keep going down to reception/bar to get service. The radio clearly should have been in place according to instruction sheet about it in our room. On arrival at airport our transfer driver was not good - was tailgating the car in front most of the time.
We were not expecting a valet and found breakfast the first day very slow so ordered everything in advance which speeded things up. Although it was slow again on our last morning because he seemed to be doing everything - eg bowls ran out, fruit salad ran out." See all these reviews: 9n in Botswana; 3n in Zambia
Elephant
Multiple sightings
Giraffe
1 sighting
Hippo
1 sighting
"Tongabezi review"
Our butler Jato took amazing care of us and provided for our every need. The food was delicious and we were treated like newlyweds even though we weren't!!!
We ended up sponsoring a child at the Tongebezi school because their program was so inspiring! The only downfall was finding a massive spider in our shower on the second night. I hate spiders!!!!" See all these reviews: 9n in Botswana; 3n in South Africa; 2n in Zambia
Elephant
1 sighting
Giraffe
1 sighting
Zebra
1 sighting
"Tongabezi review"
All the staff we so helpful. The evening boat trip and the surprise visit to the Sandbar was very special." See all these reviews: 6n in Zambia; 3n in South Africa
Giraffe
4 sightings
Hippo
1 sighting
"Tongabezi review"
Elephant
1 sighting
Hippo
Multiple sightings
"An extremely comfortable few days"
We enjoyed it enormously, particularly having a bath and not
getting up at 5.30 am to go for a game drive, but felt that two days
was long enough and we were ready to return to the Bush." See all these reviews: 7n in Zambia
"beautiful camp"
the only negative comment would be that as soon as we arrived we were subjected to a hard sell
regarding activities, both ones included in the camp price and others which would have been at extra cost." See all these reviews: 7n in Zambia
Elephant
1 sighting
Hippo
Multiple sightings
"Tongabezi on the Zambezi"
"ROMANTIC!"
We were blessed to be staying in the villa, which we had no idea about prior-- (thank you Justin!) and had our own private pool. There are lots of hippos in the area, which adds another element of excitement.
The dining tables are scattered far enough away from each other to allow plenty of privacy, imagine candlelit dinners, being serenaded by fabulous local acapella talent, listening to hippos grunting nearby. Just dreamy...
I had one of the best massages of my life here!
Even if you and your significant other aren't madly in love, you will leave here feeling more tender toward each other at the very least." See all these reviews: 11n in Kenya; 2n in Zambia; 1n in South Africa
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Other lodges in Livingstone & Victoria Falls
Alternative places to stay in this same area.
Avani Victoria Falls
Just a few minutes' walk from the Victoria Falls, with access for guests included, the Avani features good facilities in peaceful grounds at a modest price.
Royal Livingstone Hotel
Conveniently located just a short walk from the Zambia. side of the Victoria Falls, the colonial-style Royal Livingstone has beautiful grounds and small but quite luxurious rooms.
Waterberry Lodge
Offering great value for money and within easy reach of the Victoria Falls, Waterberry is a small, family-friendly lodge on the banks of the Zambezi River.
Islands of Siankaba
In a lovely location on the Zambezi upriver of the Victoria Falls, Islands of Siankaba provides a tranquil setting to relax at the start or end of a safari to Botswana or Zambia.
Toka Leya Camp
The new Toka Leya Camp stands beside the Zambezi inside Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park – so wildlife often passes through. It's a comfortable tented camp which has great service and includes a range of activities.
The River Club
The River Club, near Zambia's town of Livingstone and the Victoria Falls, overlooks the Zambezi River.
Sindabezi
Sindabezi, near Zambia's town of Livingstone and the Victoria Falls, is an island in the middle of the Zambezi River
Thorntree River Lodge
Rebuilt in 2017, Thorntree River Lodge is one of the best riverside lodges in Livingstone, with a strong sense of the environment and straightforward access to the Falls.
David Livingstone Lodge
The four-star David Livingstone Safari Lodge is in a lovely spot on the edge of the Zambezi River in Zambia, close to the Victoria Falls.
Tangala House
Tangala House, the family home near Zambia's town of Livingstone and the Victoria Falls
Sussi & Chuma
Sussi & Chuma combines a luxurious, laid-back camp with a good location on the Zambezi River, with quick access to the Victoria Falls.
