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Zambezi National Park, Victoria Falls Zimbabwe
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What you can expect during your stay
- All linens sanitised in high-temperature wash
- Face masks required for staff in public areas
- Hand sanitiser available to guests & staff
- Stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
- Staff required to regularly wash hands
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Updated 20/06/19 Safety precautions are provided by the property and are not checked by Tripadvisor for accuracy.
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Updated 20/06/19 Safety precautions are provided by the property and are not checked by Tripadvisor for accuracy.
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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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Property amenities
Free parking
Pool
Free breakfast
Canoeing
Fishing
Free airport transportation
Mosquito net
Outdoor fireplace
Bar / lounge
Restaurant
Breakfast buffet
Complimentary tea
Complimentary welcome drink
Outdoor dining area
Special diet menus
Wine / champagne
Patio
Airport transportation
Outdoor furniture
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun terrace
Sun umbrellas
First aid kit
Laundry service
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Housekeeping
Private balcony
Safe
Wardrobe / wardrobe
Bottled water
Private bathrooms
Walk-in shower
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Complimentary toiletries
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Landmark view
Non-smoking rooms
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English
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Zambezi National Park, Victoria Falls Zimbabwe
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Most amazing experance, a real Gem tucked away on the Great Zambezi River. Friendly Management and Staff who pamper you from your arrival up until you sadly leave. Excellent food, comfortable beds crisp spotless bedding and comfortable clean rooms. Game viewing sundowner boat ride was the cherry on the cake. Romantic setting and great getaway for all. We recommend adding this to anyone's bucket list. Absolutely loved it.
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Date of stay: May 2022Trip type: Travelled
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Responded 2 weeks ago
Dear Gary W, Thank you so much for this fantastic review on Tsowa Safari Island. We are totally thrilled that you had such an amazing experience with us. Wishing you many happy travels further and perhaps a return visit. Kind regards Yo Hay for Isibindi Africa Lodges
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We cannot say enough about our experience at T'sowa Island. A small resort with excellent accommodations, food, and a caring and attentive staff. Every night there was a fire in the pit on the deck right next to the river. We enjoyed that while watching the sunset and sometimes could see Kudu and baboons on the opposite shore. During the day or evening we would go on game drives or river tour searching for wildlife and were guided by the capable and knowledgeable Vusi. The island is peaceful and beautiful and the buildings are designed to artfully fit into the surrounding wooded areas. We would stay here again and again.
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Date of stay: April 2022
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Response from Lucy Cooke, Marketing at Tsowa Safari Island
Responded 2 weeks ago
Dear Bev, Thank you so much for taking the time to write this wonderful and comprehensive review on Tsowa Safari Island. We are so delighted that you had such a fabulous experience with us and hope to welcome you back again and again! With kind regards Yo Hay 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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Set in the middle of a calm and slow section of the Zambezi River, Tsowa Safari Island is a breathtaking dreamscape for seekers of secrets hidden in savanna woodlands. Going to Tsowa was having a lucky chance to live out the escapism I had been longing for. The camp is elegantly tucked away under the canopy of the indigenous trees and boasted beautiful sunrises, which I was blessed to enjoy from the carefully considered privacy of my tent. The entire camp site has a focus on being sustainable and low waste as coexisting with the natural environment is becoming critically important in order to protect our planet and these fantastic places. Everyone at the camp was incredibly warm and I felt so welcome there. The staff were all masters of their work from expertly prepared meals to intuitive and well informed guides; sharing on even the smallest details of the local ecology which would have otherwise gone unnoticed. My favourite memories there all took place in the evenings. Watching the sunset on the river, campfires glowing with a familiar and homey crackling, and brilliant starry nights all accompanied by the gentle symphony of cicadas, owls and the gentle flow of the river. I am so thankful to everyone who made this trip what it was. All in all, it was an incredible holiday with memories I will remember, not in mind, but in heart. © 2022 Mutsa Malunga.…
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Date of stay: December 2021
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Response from Penny Rice, Marketing at Tsowa Safari Island
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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We had a wonderful stay at Tsowa Island Safari Camp during Christmas holidays 2021. We enjoyed it immensely at so many levels. The camp is so thoughtful build and blend in with the nature, it is beautiful and functional, all doings is an experience. The staff and management where so kind to us and gave us an amazing experience of the nature in the National Park and the river and a good understanding of the history and fight for conservation of the park. They for sure created an atmosphere and unity that made an great impression on us. The food was excellent. The sceneries and multitude of plants, bushes and tall trees in the park is so beautiful, there are lots of birds, and you meet the various animals as you go along either game driving or walking, the river tells its own story and was ever present at our stay. We loved it there and will definitely come back. Kind Regards from Grace & Co,…
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Date of stay: December 2021
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Response from Penny Rice, Marketing at Tsowa Safari Island
Responded 10 Jan 2022
Dear 608grace, Thank you so much 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 time with us and enjoyed such amazing experiences. We look forward to welcoming you back again. Kind regards Yolande Hay-Buchanan for Isibindi Africa Lodges
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PRICE RANGE
US$723 - US$983 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
ZimbabweMatabeleland North ProvinceVictoria Falls
NUMBER OF ROOMS
6
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Claim Your Listing Frequently Asked Questions about Tsowa Safari Island
What are some of the property amenities at Tsowa Safari Island?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free breakfast, a pool, and an on-site restaurant.
Which room amenities are available at Tsowa Safari Island?
Top room amenities include a view of a nearby landmark, a mosquito net, and a walk-in shower.
What food & drink options are available at Tsowa Safari Island?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Tsowa Safari Island?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Does Tsowa Safari Island have airport transportation?
Yes, Tsowa Safari Island offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.