Tsowa Island is situated in the Zambezi National Park, a 56 000 ha game reserve which is also a renowned birding hot spot of 400 different species and home to lion, elephant, buffalo, giraffe, sable and numerous antelope. Zambezi National Park stretches from the Victoria Falls approximately 50 km upstream. Tsowa Island, 1.5 km long and 400m wide has never been inhabited and is fringed by lush forests. Guests are accommodated in stretch Bedouin style tents with timber frames and sides on wooden decks situated under massive Jackalberry trees, overlooking the Zambezi River. The outside deck area, which is also in the cool forest, has a dining area flowing onto a sunken fire pit which overlooks the river. The main area is linked to the pool area which overlooks the river and is situated in a sunny spot. Easy access to explore Victoria falls on a day excursion.
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HOTEL STYLE
Luxury
Hidden Gem
Languages Spoken
English
Location
Zambezi National Park, Victoria Falls IV22 2HW Zimbabwe
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Responded 10 Feb 2022
Dear MukaiWilder, Wow - thank you so much for taking the time to write this wonderful and comprehensive review on Tsowa Safari Island. We strive to give our guests a "7 star" experience and we are delighted to see that we achieved this for you and your family. Long may these wonderful memories live in your heart. With kind regards Yolande Hay-Buchanan for Isibindi Africa Lodges
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This Island is seriously off the beaten track and I wonder if there are any other places quite like it. Your journey starts with a Game-drive down to the edge of the mighty Zambezi River, where you are met by an open boat and taken across to the Island. You can barely see where your boat will moor against the bank until you come around the corner. Once on the Island, you are taken to the most private and comfortable luxury tent tucked away on stilts with a view of the water flowing in front of you. You are instantly mesmerized by the sound of the water and the peace that envelops you. Once you recover from your daze, you move into the room where you test the bed and pillows - you sink into this blissful haze and your immediate instinct is to take a little nap. You are however intrigued by the bathroom which leads outside to an open shower. You immediately strip off your clothes and turn on the hot water. You stand there out in the open feeling as if you are the only person in the world, your birthday suite exposed to the sky - and yet totally private. Eventually you decide it is time to dine. You put on your evening gear and amble down to the communal area and the open fire crackling away while the stars come out one by one. After mulling over the days events and sipping on your wine you drift across to the dining room where you are served with a seriously tasty meal, well presented by the friendly and efficient staff. Your time on Tsowa is guaranteed to be too short...
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Date of stay: March 2022
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Responded 14 Apr 2022
Dear Paul D, Gosh, thank you for taking the time to write this wonderful and comprehensive review on Tsowa Safari Island. We are totally thrilled that you had such a fabulous experience with us and we do hope to get the opportunity to welcome you back again one day soon. With kind regards Yolande Hay-Buchanan for Isibindi Africa Lodges
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We just so enjoyed the tranquility and timeless feeling one gets as soon as you are on the island. Staff are great,sun-downer cruise up the mighty Zambezi is always so special.Tents were private and one feels you are in the real africa. All in all, a special place to be revisited
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Date of stay: January 2020
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Response from IsibindiAfrica, Guest Relations Manager at Tsowa Safari Island
Responded 23 Jan 2020
Dear F2160XWianb, Thank you for taking the time to write this lovely review on Tsowa Safari Island. We are absolutely thrilled that you had such a special experience with us and really hope to welcome you back one day. Kind regards Yo Hay for Isibindi Africa Lodges
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This was our last stop before flying back , after several days enjoying the dust and heat of the savanna. And what a place this is!! Seeing, hearing and feeling the Zambezi river so close was like a blessing! The lodge is on an island that feels like an oasis. The main area and the tents are all built as if they were part of the canopy and they are so nicely fitted and with such magnificent views to the river, that it felt like being in paradise. The service was a bit chaotic as we were told some staff had some last minute emergencies and had left , and here we found ourselves feeling like at home, setting the table or rearranging schedules and meals as if we were staff . There s nothing like enjoying improvisation ;-) ! Game was less spectacular than where we had been prior and you always have to cross the river to go for sightings, but our guide Boyd was very enthusiastic and we loved his sense of refined humor and the passion for his job . The lodge offers cruisers at sunset and walking safaris on the island itself which we enjoyed very much. And of course the monkeys, what naughty lot !
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Date of stay: September 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Isibindi Africa Lodges, Marketing at Tsowa Safari Island
Responded 16 Sept 2024
Dear A867QZgemma, Thank you for taking the time to write this lovely review on Tsowa Safari Island. Gosh, we appreciate you being so proactive and understanding regarding the difficulties that we experienced during your stay. We are so delighted that overall you thoroughly enjoyed your experience on our wonderful little piece of paradise. Kind regards Yolande Hay-Buchanan for Isibindi Africa Lodges
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We spent three nights at this delightful resort and only wish it could have been longer. It was such a pleasure to wake up to the sound of hornbills, baboons, and the mighty Zambezi and watch the morning mist and fog slowly dissipate. With a limited number guests, everyone is made to feel very welcome. The staff are all knowledgeable, professional, and engaged.
The food was excellent and the chef catered to all our dietary needs. Above all the tranquility of the island and the beauty of Zambezi National Park make this the perfect spot to spend some time in the Victoria Falls region.
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Date of stay: June 2022
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Response from Lucy Cooke, Marketing at Tsowa Safari Island
Responded 01 Aug 2022
Dear Saaysaay, Thank you so much for taking the time to write this fabulous review on Tsowa Safari Island. We are so thrilled that you had such a simply wonderful stay with us, With kind regards Yolande Hay-Buchanan for Isibindi Africa Lodges
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An upscale 5 star luxury bush lodge, positioned on an island in between Zimbabwe and Zambia!
My experience was absolutely amazing! The staff are so incredibly kind and polite. I felt like everything was catered perfectly to my liking!
The gourmet food was absolutely delicious.
The guides are so well informed and I learned so much about the wild game the live on and around the lodge.
My luxury tent was supplied with everything I needed, from the high end shampoo and conditioner to the well stocked fridge.
The design is so incredibly eco-friendly and well thought out!
Twosi Lodge comes highly recommended! Top rated!!!
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
Room Tip:Â Leave your technology behind and enjoy the wild!
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Response from Isibindi Africa Lodges, Marketing at Tsowa Safari Island
Responded 14 Nov 2023
Dear mfree20, Thank you so much for taking the time to write this comprehensive review and highly recommending Tsowa Safari Lodge. We are thrilled that you enjoyed such a fabulous experience with us. With kind regards Yolande Hay-Buchanan for Isibindi Africa Lodges
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This is a really authentic camp experience. The guys who run this camp are all lovely and we really felt they looked after us and helped us experience the wildlife. We cannot thank them enough for the attention to detail. The camp tents were really beautifully set up and there were enough opportunities to experience the game drives, visit the falls or opt for other activities.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Isibindi Africa Lodges, Marketing at Tsowa Safari Island
Responded 29 Aug 2023
Dear WendyB501 Thank you for taking the time to write this lovely review on Tsowa Safari Island. We are delighted that you so enjoyed our authentic bush camp experience and so enjoyed the wildlife. Happy travels further. Kind regards Yolande Hay-Buchanan for Isibindi Africa Lodges
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This was my first visit to Tsowa but definitely not my last. From the moment we stepped onto the boat to transfer to the island we were met with friendly, efficient and highly knowledgeable personnel. The accommodation, catering, staff and facilities were excellent and we enjoyed a peaceful time in the middle of the Zambezi. An absolute must for any adventurer.
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Date of stay: April 2023
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Response from Isibindi Africa Lodges, Marketing at Tsowa Safari Island
Responded 08 May 2023
Dear 912ronaldr, Thank you for taking the time to write this wonderful review on Tsowa Safari Island. We are thrilled that you had such a great stay with and look forward to welcoming you back again one day soon. With kind regards Yolande Hay-Buchanan for Isibindi Africa Lodges
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Incredible attention to detail in this luxury lodge from room comforts to fine dining. The location affords the best of the bush and scenic sunset cruises on the river. We enjoyed canoeing down the Zambezi in 2-man canoes with our family (youngest 11 oldest >70). The park has lots of elephant, buffalo, hippos and crocs. We saw lion several times on our 4 day stay. Our guide Stanley is a trove of knowledge about the local Flora and Fauna.
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Date of stay: August 2023
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Response from Isibindi Africa Lodges, Marketing at Tsowa Safari Island
Responded 21 Aug 2023
Dear MeganBrownJHB, Thank you so much for this wonderful review on our Tsowa Safari Island. We are so delighted that you enjoyed such a fabulous experience with us and took away many happy memories. Kind regards Yolande Hay-Buchanan for Isibindi Africa Lodges
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Our stay at Tsowa Island was nothing short of memorable, extraordinary, relaxing... I could go on. From the moment we arrived via boat to the island we were whisked away into a tranquil oasis. Gary & his team looked after us (and all guests) to a level that is hardly seen nowadays. The 'tents' had everything you needed (I'm not a camper at all). Morning flasks of hot water delivered for you to enjoy your morning coffee on the desk- watching the sunrise, listening to the animals, watching the great Zambezi River go by right in front of you. The meals were excellent- 10/10- I actually asked for some of the recipes the tastes were that good! What I loved also about this lodge that everything is catered for you and what you'd like to do. We did the sunset cruise, morning fishing trip (including catching fish!) morning walk around the island and 2 afternoon safari's. Our guide Boyd for the safari's was excellent. On our last night he took us to a spot he knew by the river that elephants often drink from at night. Here we saw 6 elephants drinking water as the sunset set- it is something that will stay with us forever. Once again thank you Gary and his team for taking such good care of us. If you're thinking of booking- don't think- just do it- you certainly won't regret it :)
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Date of stay: September 2024
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Isibindi Africa Lodges, Marketing at Tsowa Safari Island
Responded 21 Oct 2024
Dear michellev15582JP, Thank you so much for taking the time to write this fabulous and comprehensive review on Tsowa Safari Island. We are totally thrilled that you enjoyed such an extraordinary experience with us. Special times make special memories and we are delighted that you made them with us. With kind regards Yolande Hay-Buchanan for Isibindi Africa Lodges
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Hi Thibaut K,
In addition to the Game Drives and River Cruises, there are also forest walks around the island available, canoeing down the Zambezi River, and then Game Walks in the Zambezi National Park, you can be as busy or as relaxed as you like:)
With kind regards,
Isibindi Africa Lodges
We usually offer 2 activities each day, either walking, game drive, canoeing or sunset cruise. So it would be dependant on how many guests are in camp.
You would not be restricted to only 1 sunset cruise during your stay.
There are more places to choose from in the Victoria Falls area.
PRICE RANGE
RÂ 16,281 - RÂ 19,838 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
ZimbabweMatabeleland North ProvinceVictoria Falls
NUMBER OF ROOMS
6
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