SINDABEZI ISLAND CAMP

Livingstone, Zambia
Sindabezi Island is unique – the discerning traveler’s best kept secret. An idyllic, exclusive camp on its very own private isle on the Zambezi River, it is the only luxury bush camp Upper Zambezi River in Victoria Falls area. Experience the large number of activities in the area during the day and return to a tranquil haven, a thousand light years away from the bustle at night. Sindabezi Island is currently one of the top 10 eco lodges in Africa according to Fodor’s. Sindabezi has only five open-sided thatched cottages, allowing you to soak up the sights and sounds of the African bush in the perfect, pristine setting. Views across the flood plains of the Zambezi and into the nearby National Park complete the experience. Tucked away on the banks of the island Chalet’s 2-4 have solar heated showers, and distinctive ‘loos with a view’ set along private wooden walkways. The Sunrise Chalet has all the same features as chalet's 2-4 but is on the other side of the island and gets to enjoy those beautiful sunrises and a little more privacy. Chalet Five is the ‘Honeymoon’ chalet and is situated on a secluded sandy shore at the end of the island. The brand new, old fashioned clawfoot bath is perfect for…
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two. Thanks to solar paneling, hot water and ambient bedside lighting is assured. The entire Sindabezi Island is also romantically lit with traditional hurricane lamps and candles. 

Activities are plentiful and included in your stay:

  • Sand Bar - Kick back at the Sindabezi Sand Bar in the middle of the Zambezi with that special person (or people) in your life. In true pop-up style, the location of the sandbar changes depending on the time of the year as nearby islands appear and disappear. So you never know where on the river we might take you.
  • Sampan Dining - Dine in true Sindabezi style while anchored offshore in the Zambezi River on a floating platform. This is a breakfast or dinner experience quite unlike any other. Attended by waiters, each meal is paddled out one course at a time to your private sampan. For breakfast, we advise an early start before the real heat of the day settles in. The sampan dinner is the only activity that will return to the island after nightfall.
  • Island Picnic - Guides will pick for you a shady spot on a sandy island nearby – Sindabezi is not the only magical island on the Zambezi for those that love feeling entirely isolated from civilization. Good company needs equally marvelous food and drinks, and the picnic lunch or sundowners and snacks match the occasion.
  • Sunset & Sunrise Cruises - There's always plenty to see on the Zambezi River.
  • Mosi oa Tunya National Park - This is the only wildlife park in the area that provides refuge to white rhinos, which are closely protected by anti-poaching units. While on your game drive, keep an eye out for giraffe, buffalo, waterbuck, impala, wildebeest, zebra and diverse bird life.
  • Fishing - Set a rod up against your very own river and wait for a nibble – is there anything more relaxing than that? There is no need to leave Sindabezi Island at all, although if you’re looking for a little more excitement, your guide knows the best spots to take a boat and hope for tiger fish.
  • Victoria Falls - See one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World with a trip to Victoria Falls on both the Zambian and Zimbabwean side and as a non-inclusive activity take a trip to Livingstone Island and a dip in the famous Devil's Pool.
  • Maramba and Mukuni Markets - The Maramba and Mukuni markets are visited daily by hundreds of people from Livingstone and surrounding areas. They come to buy everything from fresh fruit and vegetables to chitenge, the bright patterned fabric characteristic of Southern and East African fashion. Your guide will be there to take you through the marketplace and will be there to help you with buying from vendors if you need.
  • Livingstone Museum - A place to learn about Zambia's culture and natural heritage.

AT A GLANCE

  • 4 open-fronted thatched Chalets
  • 1 open-fronted Honeymoon Chalet
  • Chalet one features open air en-suite bath and shower, indoor en-suite toilet
  • Chalet two to four features open air shower, toilet with a view of the river (not en-suite)
  • Chalet five features open air en-suite bath and shower, indoor en-suite toilet
  • All Chalets are built to face the Zambezi River
  • Central open-sided boma features bar, lounge and dining area
  • Plunge pool
  • Prime location just nine miles upstream of the great Victoria Falls
  • All Inclusive: all meals, all noted activities, all drinks (excl premium brands) and laundry
  • Electricity: Eco-friendly camp with power supplied by solar. 220v with built in multi plugs in all rooms
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