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Zambezi Sands River Camp

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9/10

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Highlights

- Stylish, upmarket safari camp
- Excellent hosting and guiding
- Secluded riverside location
- Game drives, guided walks, river activities

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Overview

Zambezi Sands is an upmarket tented safari camp in Zambezi National Park, northwest Zimbabwe. This stylish, intimate camp sits in a secluded spot on the banks of the Zambezi River, just over an hour’s drive from the iconic Victoria Falls. The camp provides top notch accommodation in just 10 spacious Bedouin style tents, each with their own private plunge pool and sun deck. Game drives, guided walks, and river based activities are on offer with enthusiastic, experienced guides. Zambezi Sands will appeal to travellers with a higher budget seeking an exclusive and very comfortable safari experience, away from the crowds.

The camp is constructed on raised decking with tranquil river views. Guest areas include a dining room with an outdoor terrace offering flexibility for indoor and alfresco communal meals, and a comfortable lounge and bar area. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available in the main areas. There's also a fire pit with seating, a great spot for a sundowner and for observing the resident wildlife which includes hippo, elephant, crocodile, zebra, bushbuck, and an abundance of birds including the Lanner falcon and Verreaux eagle.

Activities include morning and afternoon game drives with highly experienced guides, plus the option of full day game drives. Guided walks are available in the mornings, to avoid the heat of the day. River based activities include guided canoeing on the Zambezi and guided fishing. The river is home to numerous species, including the notorious Tiger fish. An hour’s drive downstream is the mighty Victoria Falls, where helicopter tours, river cruises and adrenalin-pumping water activities are all available.

Accommodation comprises 10 elegant Bedouin style tents, spaced out along the riverbank and edged by trees, to maximise privacy. Each tent offers plenty of space and has either a double or twin beds draped with mosquito nets, a comfortable lounge area with panoramic river views, and an ensuite bathroom with bath, WC, and basin, plus a wonderfully indulgent alfresco shower. All units have ceiling fans, a minibar, and hot drink facilities and a complimentary daily laundry service is provided. Outside is a generous veranda with a private plunge pool and lovely views of the Zambezi, perfect for sunbathing and wildlife watching.

Children over the age of seven are warmly welcome in camp. Discounts are offered for guests under 13 years when sharing with an adult, and each tent sleeps up to two children and one adult. The camp offers a dedicated family unit consisting of two interconnecting tents, ideal for larger groups. Families with children under seven may be accommodated at the management’s sole discretion - this is subject to hiring a separate vehicle for game drives, at additional cost. Note that Zambezi Sands is an unfenced camp, adjacent to the Zambezi River. In light of the surrounding wildlife and waterside location, children should be supervised at all times.

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  • We had such a good holiday. You did a fantastic job!

    The house in Marrakesh was ridiculous. We effectively had it to ourselves. The accommodation was borderline palatial.

    I actually think that the time we had in Marrakesh was sufficient. We could potentially have done a day by a pool but I think we’d done enough souk-ing by the end of Day Two.

    The hotel in the mountains was a shade more rustic than I was expecting, but all great fun. Stunning views. The guide / mule / cook team were excellent and our guide (Hassan) tailored the treks to our capabilities well. He was superb, and really made an effort with the kids. The second and third day of trekking were particularly good. Such an adventure for the kids.

    All the logistics worked seamlessly. Every aspect went like clockwork. Top marks. The advice on tipping was also much appreciated (I hate thinking that I’m getting mugged off or am potentially not giving enough…).

    From my seven-year-old son:

    I thought it was GREAT. The food was amazing and the culture was very interesting. My favourite bit was scrambling up rocks in the Atlas Mountains.

    In retrospect, I’d probably do the trip in reverse. Flopping on the roof terrace after the rigours of the mountains would have been even more satisfying.

    MissingHenry O reviewing Boutique Marrakech & Atlas Mountains on 05 June 2025

  • We had an extraordinary time. It was magical and we couldn't hav asked or hoped for more. Thank you both so much for all of your time and assistance.

    MissingEmma M reviewing Best of Botswana for Families on 18 November 2024

  • We had an amazing experience - absolutely loved it.
    Mohamed and Said were great and very patient especially with me going downhill - was quite nervous about the scree slopes and paths.

    Will be a trip we remember forever

    MissingMaritta B reviewing Atlas Valleys & Villages Trek - Value on 11 November 2024

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