Time + Tide Chinzombo

There are 6 standalone villas at Time + Tide Chinzombo: one Family Villa consisting of two bedrooms and the other five being One-bedroom options, which are perfect for couples. Each is set within its own little enclave so feels nicely private, a fact you can enjoy from your plunge pool or extensive veranda either looking out towards the Luangwa River or surrounding plains. The spaces themselves fit this environment perfectly, being semi-open-air on the side that leads to the veranda and opting for a nostalgic décor scheme inside, all antique chests, canvas chairs and a bedroom area protected by heavy wraparound curtains. That said, as sentimental as some of the design touches seem, these are still thoroughly modern spaces with contemporary bathrooms and a deep-soak standalone tub as standard, comfy king-size beds, twin vanity sinks and (intermittent) Wi-Fi. Then, if really looking to make the most of this privacy and of course the magical setting, why not order a gourmet meal straight to your door, or perhaps an in-villa massage while here?

One-bedroom Villa

An elegant and airy space with a roll-up frontage, spacious veranda, private plunge pool and lounge area, available with either a king-size or twin bed setup.  

Family Villa

The Family Villa at Time + Tide Chinzombo is slightly larger and comes with two bedrooms and two bathrooms, so is ideal if visiting Zambia as a family.

Time + Tide Chinzombo keeps things refreshingly down to earth when it comes to their onsite facilities and services, with no gym, spa (though in-room massages can be arranged) or central swimming pool to take away from its all-natural riverside setting; Wi-Fi and phone signal are also limited. Each villa does come with its own private pool however, and you can dine out on your veranda if preferred too, while the team here will take care of everything from excursions to laundry during your stay.

Time + Tide Chinzombo is a top safari camp to discover the best of South Luangwa National Park, with a changeable calendar of wildlife watching, game drives and night safaris to enjoy depending on the time of year you visit. Being situated right on the banks of the Luangwa River, boat tours are also a big part of the attraction here, as well as photo safaris on the search for Lions and Leopards, wild dogs and a host of native bird species, walking tours and even camping out under the stars. You can book an in-room massage at the end of each day, or perhaps a private meal for two on the plains, though Chinzombo’s cosy central firepit and outdoor sofas will only ever be shared by a handful of fellow guests, with only six villas available here, after all.