Reviews of Chongwe River Camp
Wildlife sightings and reviews
122 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Chongwe River Camp and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"Memorable experience at Chongwe River Camp"
We saw far more animals around the camp than in the National Park and were disappointed in the game seen within the park boundaries.
Our accomodation and service received by Debbie, Cariline, Neil, and all the staff was really great. Unfortunately Chris went down with a tummy bug which lasted through to our next camp (Tena Tena). We can't be sure but suspect it must have been caused by something consumed at Chongwe as the Doctor seen by Chris at Tena Tena said it would have been caused by something she ingested. Note I only mark down the Food below because of this occurence." See all these reviews: 12n in Zambia
"lovely camp in beautiful setting."
water excursions excellent. unfortunately the park where we spent most time on the drived was almost devoid of game for the whole of our visit.
patrick was am excellent guide and the camp staff were also great." See all these reviews: 12n in Zambia
"Chongwe River Camp review"
Excellent rooms with a very high standard of service.
Food very good with nice wine.
We really enjoyed the fishing for both tigerfish (biggest 8lbs) and bream. The tigers are catch and release. We did enjoy eating the bream as bar snacks...very tasty. On our last day, another guest in our boat hooked a huge Vundu catfish which he landed after 30 minutes or so. Not able to weigh but estimated at 80-100 lbs. It was 5 feet long with a head the size of a large shovel. Davey the guide wa svery helpful
We also enjoyed the canoe trip on the Zambesi.
We were somewhat disappointed by the game viewing although we only did one long drive.
For us, this is a place to end your trip and relax on the river." See all these reviews: 12n in Zambia
"Chongwe River Camp review"
"Senior Africa Specialist | Southern Africa & Seychelles"
"Chongwe River Camp, fishing discovered!"
We stayed in the Albida suite which was great to have family time having spent previous 10 days eating communally. Edward looked after us very well and was an invaluable help. However it did cause problems as we did not seem to get information on trips and activities or to know the staff as well as we had in other places. We definately felt we were slotted into activities that the guides were organising rather than those we were interested in. eg. We wanted to go canoeing but ended up bird watching whilst the guide paddled. Communication between guests, managers and guides seemed problematic.
Discovering river fishing was a highlight of our stay at Chongwe. David's quiet, patient and gentle manner whilst teaching us to fish was inspirational. My youngest daughter and husband are now converts.
One of my daughters had previously picked up a stomach bug and was very ill during our stay at Chongwe. Debbie, the manager, couldn't have been more helpful." See all these reviews: 10n in Zambia; 6n in Mozambique; 1n in South Africa
"Chongwe River Camp review"
We enjoyed a boat ride on Chongwe River and Zambezi River and would recommend this as part of the stay. 5 elephants in camp every day eating the Winterthorn pods and staff took great care of clients when they were about. This all added to the magic of Africa. Plenty of animal river life in particular.
This was an enjoyable experience although the camp was a little larger than we had anticipated. Excellent tent accommodation though our ochre and pebble bathroom decked out like a Victorian grotto was possibly in need of some refurbishment." See all these reviews: 12n in Zambia
"Chongwe River Camp review"
Very pleased to be recognised by Daniel (guide) from our visit to Chiawa 5 years earlier!
Location superb and all in all an excellent few days to complete our trip in spite of DSM still being unwell." See all these reviews: 14n in Zambia
"Chongwe River Camp review"
Caroline was very warm. The guides were all very good.
The range of activities was great. I went canoeing and fishing, and also on game walks and drives. The visit to Chongwe Falls was particularly fun." See all these reviews: 4n in Zambia
"Super whole day drive with lunch!"
The experiences on the Zambesi (by boat)were very nice, interesting , relaxing, and also a little bit exiting because of the hippo's and crocs!!" See all these reviews: 9n in Zambia
"Chongwe River Camp review"
Helpful guides and staff.
The comment below about the food is because we were comparing it to the Kapani where the catering was first class." See all these reviews: 11n in Zambia
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