Sculpted white house with pool and thatched roof at Chongwe House, Lower Zambezi
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Lower Zambezi, Zambia

Chongwe House

At a glance

Children

All ages (official)

Maximum guests

8

Activities

Dedicated guide & private game drives included

Malaria

Malaria area

Family rooms

4 en-suite bedrooms — 8 adults + extra beds for children

Private vehicle

Included

Why families love it

Chongwe House for families

Offering exclusive use of the entire house with its own chef, this is an excellent choice for a private multigenerational safari. Families have a dedicated guide and private vehicle, allowing complete freedom to tailor game drives and activities to their own rhythm. The four en-suite bedrooms provide ample space, while the large pool is perfect for downtime between boat safaris, canoeing, and fishing excursions.

Who it suits

Under 6

Private vehicle / own schedule included

Ages 6–11

Well suited

Teens

Well suited

Multigenerational

Exclusive use

Family facts

Family accommodation
4 en-suite bedrooms — 8 adults + extra beds for children
Private vehicle
Included
Exclusive use
Whole house (chef)
Pool
Yes — large pool
Open season
1 Apr – 15 Nov
Access
Royal / Jeki airstrip

Family accommodation

Where your family will stay

Maximum guests
8

Time + Tide Chongwe House (sole use)

4 bedrooms · Sleeps 8

Up to 8 adults

Exclusive use · Private pool · Private vehicle · Dedicated guide

Extra beds available for children; children of all ages welcome

Experiences

What your family will do here

  • Walking Safaris
  • Canoeing Safaris
  • Boat Safaris
  • Fishing

Rates & pricing

What a stay costs

From USD 900 per person per night

Plus mandatory park/conservation fees

SeasonDatesRate
Green SeasonTime + Tide Chongwe House1 Nov 2026 – 15 Nov 2026USD 900per person per night
Green SeasonTime + Tide Chongwe House1 Apr 2027 – 30 Jun 2027USD 900per person per night
Safari SeasonTime + Tide Chongwe House1 Jul 2027 – 31 Oct 2027USD 1,270per person per night
Green SeasonTime + Tide Chongwe House1 Nov 2027 – 15 Nov 2027USD 900per person per night

Family & child pricing

  • Ages 4–17 (sharing with an adult): Children 4-17 pay 50% of adult nightly rate and 50% of PF+CL (USD 50)
  • Private vehicle and guide included at Chongwe House

Mandatory fees

  • Park Fees + Conservation Levy (PF+CL): USD 100 per person per night · Payable in addition

Single travellers: 50% of nightly rate

Typically included

  • Meals
  • Laundry
  • Walking
  • Game drives
  • Local drinks
  • Accommodation
  • Private vehicle
  • Airstrip transfers

Typically excluded

  • Park fees
  • Premium drinks

Published rates, subject to availability and confirmation at the time of booking.

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

Can children go on game drives / activities?

Dedicated guide & private game drives included.

What family accommodation is there?

4 en-suite bedrooms — 8 adults + extra beds for children.

Can we have a private vehicle?

Included.

Is Chongwe House in a malaria area?

Chongwe House is in a malaria area — please take advice from a travel clinic before travelling.

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