The Ultimate To Do List Africa by Africa Endeavours

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Tongabezi Lodge

The Victoria Falls Hotel

– A romantic hideaway on the banks of the Zambezi River

– A Timeless Classic

Just upstream from Victoria Falls, Tongabezi Lodge is a fabulous luxury retreat. One of the original Zambezi River properties, the lodge offers laid-back refinement and an African fusion design featuring vast living spaces. It provides a wonderful frame for the beauty of Zambia, with the mighty Zambezi River visible from almost every viewpoint.

The address of choice for more than a century for royal families, statesmen, celebrities and the discerning traveler, The Victoria Falls Hotel occupies a fine location from which to explore the magical wonders of untamed Africa. Just a ten-minute walk from the actual Falls, this hotel provides a truly unique experience. The hotel is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World and is one of only three 1S0-accredited hotels in Zimbabwe.

Choose from a selection of River Cottages, and distinctive one- and two-bedroom houses. Three houses feature private plunge pools. Tongabezi Lodge also offers a selection of special locations to celebrate an occasion. Map ref: 79

The ambience of the hotel is steeped in history with all suites decorated in the gracious Edwardian style of Zimbabwe’s colonial era. It has 161 rooms including seven junior suites, four honeymoon suites, six executive suites and the Royal Suite. Map ref: 80

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Majestic Victoria Falls

Surrender to the awe-inspiring delights of the Zambezi River’s magnificent Victoria Falls. A spectacular sight of awe-inspiring beauty and grandeur, the falls are known as “Mosi-oa-Tunya” – “The Smoke that Thunders”. Today, they are described as “The greatest curtain of falling water in the world”. Yet none of this

Wilderness Safaris Toka Leya Camp Overlooking Zambia’s mighty Zambezi River and some of its islands, Toka Leya Camp consists of 12 spacious, ensuite, safari-style tents. Wooden walkways link the units and main area, limiting the camp’s footprint on the environment. The Zambezi River offers memorable experiences, from Victoria Falls to intimate sundowners. Toka Leya is located inside Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park. Map ref: 81

Royal Chundu Luxury Zambezi Lodges – A sanctum of quiet solitude and beauty, and the first Relais & Châteaux property in Zambia Royal Chundu offers two magnificent retreats hidden on the banks of the majestic Zambezi River, 18 miles upstream from Victoria Falls. There are ten suites perched on the river and another four luxury suites on Katambora Island. Absorb the pulse of the river from your private deck, or enjoy the tranquility of a river canoe outing followed by pampering at the spa. Experience Africa’s magnificent wildlife during a day trip to Chobe National Park, or enjoy a picnic at Victoria Falls, incredible fishing and unparalleled birding. In the chef’s open-air boma, delight in an authentic African BBQ, and traditional song and dance. Map ref: 82


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Under Canvas

5min
pages 96-97

Private Lodges

5min
pages 94-95

Cosmopolitan Chic

2min
pages 98-100

Luxury Tented Camps

5min
pages 90-93

Traditional Safari Camps

4min
pages 88-89

Bushcamps

4min
pages 86-87

Style, Design and Interiors

4min
pages 84-85

Malaria-Free

4min
pages 76-77

Island Paradise

3min
page 73

Off the Beaten Track

4min
pages 74-75

Barefoot Chic

5min
pages 78-81

Unique Experiences

4min
pages 82-83

Family

6min
pages 70-72

Boutique Hotels

4min
pages 66-69

Old Colonial Charm

2min
page 65

Majestic Victoria Falls

4min
pages 48-49

Gourmet Food

2min
page 64

Spectacular Views

5min
pages 50-53

Romance

5min
pages 58-59

Wine and Golf

4min
pages 62-63

Spa and Wellness

4min
pages 60-61

Coasts and Lakes

2min
page 47

Deserts and Dunes

2min
page 46

Rivers and Waterways

5min
pages 44-45

Star Gazing

1min
page 40

Okavango Delta

3min
pages 41-43

Safari Chic

3min
pages 38-39

Safaris by Horse

1min
page 35

Adrenalin and Adventure

2min
pages 36-37

Walking

3min
pages 31-33

Safaris by Water

3min
page 34

Mobile Expeditions

1min
page 30

The Great Migration

8min
pages 20-25

Conservation

4min
pages 18-19

Community

3min
page 27

Cultural Chic

2min
page 26

Primates

2min
page 16

Leading Safari Guides

4min
pages 28-29

Behind the Lense

1min
page 17

Birds of Africa

3min
pages 14-15
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