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Tsowa Safari Island

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe · National park

Tented camp

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Full board (FB)

Accommodation, All meals and 15 more

9 tents

River View Safari Tent, River Deck Safari Tent · Sleeps up to 18 guests

Children 12 and over

By road

about 40 km from Victoria Falls airport (VFA)

Wi-Fi in public areas

Solar power

From about A$820

per person / night, sharing

Overview

About Tsowa Safari Island

Tsowa Safari Island sits beneath riverine trees on an island in the Zambezi National Park, upstream from Victoria Falls. Its nine safari tents face the river, with private verandahs or decks and indoor and outdoor showers. Days combine game drives and guided walks with canoeing and sunset cruises, while two swimming pools and a riverside lounge provide space to slow down. Meals, selected house drinks and basic laundry are included. The boat crossing gives arrival a sense of separation from the mainland, making this a good choice for couples and birdwatchers who want both land and river experiences.

“Choose Tsowa for the mix of river life and mainland safaris: tented rooms under trees, canoeing and sunset cruises, with Victoria Falls within reach. It particularly suits couples and birdwatchers.”
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Best for

HoneymoonersBirders

Known for

What you can expect to see

LionBuffaloElephantHippoBirdlife

Elephants and hippos visit the island, which is also home to a breeding pair of Pel's fishing owls.

Your stay

What's included

Board: Full board (FB)

Special offer: Stay four nights and pay for three in May 2027. The offer cannot be combined with other discounts.

Included

  • Accommodation
  • All meals
  • Teas and coffees
  • Bottled water
  • Soft drinks
  • House wines
  • Sparkling wines
  • Local beers
  • Non-premium brand spirits
  • Basic laundry
  • 4x4 transfers from pickup point
  • Boat transfers to the island
  • Guided island walks
  • Fishing
  • Two activities per day
  • Fire-pit deck
  • Mosquito nets
  • Walking safaris
  • Game drives

Not included

  • Park fees
  • Transfers
  • Flights
  • Gratuities

Park fees, the Isibindi Foundation levy and road transfers to the private park entrance are extra. Local 4x4 transfers from the pickup point and the boat crossing are included.

Optional extras (at a cost)

Specialist fishing trips require advance booking. Spa treatments, premium drinks and Victoria Falls entry and guiding are charged separately.

Facilities

Comforts and facilities

At the property

  • Swimming pool
  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Viewing deck
  • Wi-Fi in public areas

In your room

  • En-suite bathroom
  • Safe
  • Outdoor shower

Rooms

Where you sleep

Sleeps up to 18 guests

  • River View Safari Tent3 at camp · sleeps 2 adults and 1 child · Stretcher bed for one child aged 12 to 15 · Private verandah, Indoor shower, Outdoor shower, Separate toilet, Freestanding fan, Mosquito net, Safe
  • River Deck Safari Tent6 at camp · sleeps 2 adults and 1 child · Stretcher bed for one child aged 12 to 15 · Private deck, Indoor shower, Outdoor shower, Separate toilet, Freestanding fan, Mosquito net, Safe

Activities

Things to do

Included in your stay

Walking safarisGame drives

Getting there

How you'll arrive

How you arrive
By road · about 40 km from Victoria Falls airport (VFA)
Transfers
Pre-book your road transfer to the private entrance of Zambezi National Park. An open 4x4 takes you to the river, followed by a boat crossing to the island.

Good to know

Before you book

Check-in
From 14:00
Check-out
By 10:00
Children
Ages 12 and over
Single travellers
A single supplement applies
Dietary needs
Special diets catered for
Power
Solar power
Malaria
Low malaria risk
Minimum stay
2 nights

When to go

Best time to visit

  1. January: Green season
  2. February: Green season
  3. March: Green season
  4. April: Good
  5. May: Good
  6. June: Best time to visit
  7. July: Best time to visit
  8. August: Best time to visit
  9. September: Best time to visit
  10. October: Best time to visit
  11. November: Green season
  12. December: Green season
  • Best time to visit
  • Good
  • Green season
Month-by-month notes

Jan

Green season

Wildlife: Warm and wet season.

Warm and wet season.

Feb

Green season

Wildlife: Warm and wet season.

Warm and wet season.

Mar

Green season

Wildlife: Warm and wet season.

Warm and wet season.

Apr

Good

Wildlife: Victoria Falls has its strongest display; the season is changing.

Victoria Falls has its strongest display; the season is changing.

May

Good

Wildlife: Cool, dry winter conditions.

Cool, dry winter conditions.

Jun

Best time to visit

Wildlife: Dry winter weather during the main game-viewing period.

Dry winter weather during the main game-viewing period.

Jul

Best time to visit

Wildlife: Dry winter weather during the main game-viewing period.

Dry winter weather during the main game-viewing period.

Aug

Best time to visit

Wildlife: Game concentrations build in the hot, dry period.

Game concentrations build in the hot, dry period.

Sep

Best time to visit

Wildlife: Game concentrations are at their height; migrant birds arrive.

Game concentrations are at their height; migrant birds arrive.

Oct

Best time to visit

Wildlife: Game concentrations are at their height in the hot, dry season.

Game concentrations are at their height in the hot, dry season.

Nov

Green season

Wildlife: Game viewing remains rewarding as the rains begin around mid-November.

Game viewing remains rewarding as the rains begin around mid-November.

Dec

Green season

Wildlife: Warm, wet season.

Warm, wet season.

How we judge each month
  • Best time to visitAmong this property's strongest months for conditions, access and key experiences.
  • GoodVery favourable conditions for this property and its key experiences.A generally good time to stay, with some normal seasonal compromises.
  • Green seasonWorkable for specific priorities, with notable seasonal compromises.The property operates, but seasonal conditions bring substantial trade-offs.
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