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Tongabezi

from $965 per person per night for 2026/27

Our favourite afrochic lodge upstream from Victoria Falls
Tongabezi

Voted as the best safari lodge in Zambia by Conde Nast Travel, this luxury lodge is definitely one to consider when you are planning your trip to Victoria Falls! Tonagezi is set on the banks of the Zambezi River and offers a range of stunning, afrocentric design rooms and communal spaces. The best thing? It’s totally peaceful and serene.

Intimate camp with exceptional service and warmth

Price

About the location

Tongabezi lodge is located around 20 kilometres upstream from Victoria Falls. It has a great history behind it as it was first started by two English guys named William Ruck Keene and Ben Parker. Over the years, it has undergone plenty of refurbishment and “modernization” but it has definitely been a trend-setter for the other properties in the Victoria Falls area.

Do see Parks & Regions on this page.

hotel Layout

There are a variety of accommodation options at Tongabezi Lodge: 5 river cottages and 6 individual houses which have their own unique character and style: the nut house, the tree house, the bird house, the honeymoon house, the dog house and the garden house.

The lodge itself has a large communal area for dining and lounging, a swimming pool, a gym, a small library, a spa and a look-out which is a multi-level wooden structure. The Lookout and Hangout were conceived as the ultimate chill out zones perched on the edge of the Zambezi River.

Do see our new Tongabezi Picture Gallery further down this page.

Tongabezi Accomodation

The whole décor of the lodge is afrocentric. The river cottages are very spacious, with high thatched roofs and wide, private verandas overlooking the Zambezi River. They have everything you need in there; large beds with mosquito nets, comfortable sofas and lounge areas, a desk, a fan, well-appointed en-suite bathrooms and a private veranda overlooking the river.

Do see Best Safaris & Holidays on this page.

Wildlife & Activities at Tongabezi

There are plenty of activities on offer for guests staying at Tongabezi. You can head out to Victoria Falls by a vehicle and this is usually a full day excursion. Guests can also do a couple of river activities, such as canoeing down the Zambezi, taking a sunset cruise, go out for island picnic lunches, fishing trips and many more.

Don’t miss our Tongabezi Wildlife Guide on this page.

How to book Tongabezi

Please call us on the usual USA +1-917-336-2937 or email info@theafricaspecialists.com to check availability, best prices and what adventures you have in mind. We can plan and arrange it all for you and have been for over 20 years!

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Tongabezi, Victoria Falls map

Tongabezi Highlights

Just some of the highlights of this hand-picked Victoria Falls hotel. Do call us direct for any other details or to help with planning and logistics.

Luxury Accommodation

5 river cottages & 6 private houses

Outstanding Views

Lookout & hangout areas overlooking the river

Spacious rooms

Comfortable living area

Board Games

Beautiful decor

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Please go to either of our Tailormade Safari Trips pages to see a lot more safari trips, ideas and budgets.

What kind of wildlife should you expect to find around Tongabezi for 2026/27?

For 2026/27, we expect you’ll be able to find the following wildlife around the Tongabezi bearing in mind the quality of guiding, budgets, time of year and duration of stay all affect your chances of finding or seeing any of the following outstanding wildlife that dwell in this part of the Victoria Falls…

Don't miss our full Africa Wildlife Guide right here.

What are your best safari trips & itineraries to Tongabezi’s Victoria Falls for 2026/27?

Some of our most-popular tailor-made trips for the Victoria Falls that could include a stay at Tongabezi include...
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$4,000$7,500

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1 The Best of Zambia

Africa, Zambia

Visits : Lower Zambezi National Park, Lusaka, South Luangwa National Park, Victoria Falls Africa, Zambia

This ‘best bits of Zambia’ itinerary combines the mighty Victoria Falls, the South Luangwa National Park and the exhilarating Lower Zambezi National Park. If you want to tick off Zambia with all… More…

9 Nights

FROM $7,500pp/pn

Waterberry lodge victoria falls zambia waterberry sunset cruise victoria falls zambia

2 World Class Waterfall and Safari

Africa, Zambia

Visits : Lusaka, South Luangwa National Park, Victoria Falls Africa, Zambia

If you only have a week to travel Zambia, this itinerary will cover the essentials. Spend 2 nights at Victoria Falls to fit in all of the adrenaline activities the falls has… More…

8 Nights

FROM $7,000pp/pn

Victoria Falls, Zambia, Royal Livingstone Hotel

3 Botswana Highlights

Africa, Botswana

Visits : Chobe National Park, The Okavango Concessions, The Okavango Delta, Victoria Falls Africa, Botswana

With Botswana offering so much, it can feel quite overwhelming! But this 8 night itinerary focuses on the highlights – the best destinations and the best lodges in the country and all… More…

9 Nights

FROM $4,000pp/pn

Okavango Delta

4 Authentic Lodges and Mobile Camps

Africa, Zambia

Visits : Chobe National Park, The Okavango Delta, Victoria Falls, Zambia Africa, Zambia

Looking for somewhere with authentic and intimate tented camps? This itinerary offers exactly that – 11 days travelling across Botswana’s highlights and staying in authentic lodges and camps in each of the… More…

11 Nights

FROM $4,500pp/pn

Jao Camp, Okavango Concessions

5 A Focus on Botswana

Africa, Botswana, Zambia

Visits : Chobe National Park, The Okavango Concessions, The Okavango Delta, Victoria Falls, Zambia Africa, Botswana, Zambia

Covering destinations including Victoria Falls, the Okavango Delta, the Khawi Community Area and Chobe National Park, this itinerary is a good way to see the highlights of Botswana in just over a… More…

9 Nights

FROM $5,500pp/pn

African Leopard

Don't miss our new Africa Safari Finder to find safari ideas by destination, region and type...

What are the other best hotels in Victoria Falls for 2026/27?

We highly recommend the following hotels for Victoria Falls for 2026/27. These are all tried and tested by The Africa Specialists™ so don’t hesitate to call us with any queries over them or to check availability.

NB. All prices for properties exclude applicable park fees and are guide prices.

$560$1,145

Price pp pn (USD)

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Our Rating

3 Nights

Toka Leya Camp

Victoria Falls

From $1,145 per person per night
See the camp now
Toka Leya Camp

2 Nights

Royal Livingstone Hotel

Victoria Falls

From $625 per person per night
See the hotel now
Royal Livingstone Hotel

3 Nights

Waterberry Lodge

Victoria Falls

From $600 per person per night
See the lodge now
Waterberry Lodge

3 Nights

Islands of Siankaba

Victoria Falls

From $560 per person per night
See the island now
Islands of Siankaba, View of the camp, Victoria Falls, Zambia

When is the best time to stay at Tongabezi in 2026/27?

Generally speaking, as the Tongabezi is in Victoria Falls, we recommend booking stays here with us any time on the following timescales — depending on your preferences and wildlife/safari viewing plans — but if you want to avoid peak season or aim to get the timing “just right” then do call us any time to check your plans, costs and best options for a fantastic Tongabezi stay in the 2026/27 season…

January fair

February fair

March mixed

April mixed

May mixed

June great

July best

August amazing

September great

October still good

November fair

December fair

Don’t miss our full When to Visit zambia guide on our main zambia page.

Why travel with The Africa Specialists™?

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100% tailormade

We help plan your trip from start to finish
We make sure to include all your interests
We offer a range of accommodation types
It is your trip, made to suit you

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Expert knowledge

We have over 40 years of destination know how
We all spend time in our destinations annually
Local contacts give us unique insight
We are true specialists

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We have you covered!

We have full ATOL bonding for your financial peace of mind
We provide 24/7 emergency backup as you travel
We make sure that the properties and guides are the best!

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A trusted service

Established in 2010, you can totally rely on us.
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Location

Tongabezi lodge is located around 20 kilometres upstream from Victoria Falls. It has a great history behind it as it was first started by two English guys named William Ruck Keene and Ben Parker. Over the years, it has undergone plenty of refurbishment and ‘modernization’ but it has definitely been a trend-setter for the other properties in the Victoria Falls area.

Layout

There are a variety of accommodation options at Tongabezi Lodge: 5 river cottages and 6 individual houses which have their own unique character and style: the nut house, the tree house, the bird house, the honeymoon house, the dog house and the garden house. The lodge itself has a large communal area for dining and lounging, a swimming pool, a gym, a small library, a spa and a look-out which is a multi-level wooden structure. The Lookout and Hangout were conceived as the ultimate chill out zones perched on the edge of the Zambezi River.

Rooms

The whole décor of the lodge is afrocentric. The river cottages are very spacious, with high thatched roofs and wide, private verandas overlooking the Zambezi River. They have everything you need in there – large beds with mosquito nets, comfortable sofas and lounge areas, a desk, a fan, well-appointed en-suite bathrooms and a private veranda overlooking the river.

Activities

There are plenty of activities on offer for guests staying at Tongabezi. You can head out to Victoria Falls by a vehicle and this is usually a full day excursion. Guests can also do a couple of river activities, such as canoeing down the Zambezi, taking a sunset cruise, go out for island picnic lunches, fishing trips and many more.

Local projects

Tongabezi are particularly proud of the work they do to support the local schools and projects. Tujatante school, going green, Mukuni community and HIV awareness are examples of the projects that Tongabezi are engaged and active in. They of course, welcome guests to go and visit the schools and find out more about the projects if that interests you.

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