Camp among trees on the Zambezi riverbank at Sausage Tree, Lower Zambezi
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Lower Zambezi, Zambia

Sausage Tree

At a glance

Children

8+ (best 12+)

Activities

Private guide & vehicle per group

Malaria

Malaria area

Family rooms

Kigelia House: 2-bedroom family house

Private vehicle

Included — private guide & vehicle per group

Why families love it

Sausage Tree for families

Kigelia House provides a private two-bedroom base for families exploring the Lower Zambezi, making it well-suited to multi-generational groups. Every booking includes a private guide and vehicle, offering excellent flexibility for those with older children. A 25m lap pool offers a refreshing diversion, while activities such as canoeing and boat safaris provide further interest.

Who it suits

Under 6

No — minimum age 8

Ages 6–11

From age 8

Teens

Well suited

Multigenerational

Family units

Family facts

Family accommodation
Kigelia House: 2-bedroom family house
Private vehicle
Included — private guide & vehicle per group
Pool
Yes — 25 m lap pool
Wi-Fi
Yes (can be slow)
Open season
1 Apr – 30 Nov
Access
Jeki airstrip + boat transfer

Family accommodation

Where your family will stay

Kigelia House

2 bedrooms · Sleeps 4

Private pool · Private vehicle · Dedicated guide

Luxury Tented Suite

7 available

Private pool · Private vehicle · Dedicated guide

Experiences

What your family will do here

  • Walking Safaris
  • Canoeing Safaris
  • Boat Safaris
  • Fishing

Rates & pricing

What a stay costs

From USD 1,200 per person per night

Indicative pricing. Current rate will be confirmed at quotation.

Rates for Sausage Tree depend on your dates, room choice and children’s ages. Tell us about your family and we’ll send a tailored quote.

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

What age do children need to be to stay at Sausage Tree?

The minimum age is 8. Detail: 8+ (best 12+).

Can children go on game drives / activities?

Private guide & vehicle per group. Walking safaris are from age 12.

What family accommodation is there?

Kigelia House: 2-bedroom family house.

Can we have a private vehicle?

Included — private guide & vehicle per group.

Is Sausage Tree in a malaria area?

Sausage Tree is in a malaria area — please take advice from a travel clinic before travelling.

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