LIVINGSTONE, Zambia- Tongabezi
Lodge, a romantic, five-star eco-friendly lodge on the Zambezi River near
Victoria Falls, has rebuilt its renowned Tree House. Constructed around the
branches of a riverine Ebony tree, the elevated Tree House spreads out over a
sustainable pine deck offering spectacular views of the Zambezi River, the
river after which Zambia is named. Part of the house is suspended over the
water, giving the sensation of floating.
“We think this is the perfect hideaway for
honeymooners or privacy-seekers,” says managing director Ben Parker. The
secluded sanctuary, set against a basalt rock bed, lies at the end of a hidden
path that winds along the cliff face. A whimsical sign “Maybe Later” serves as
the door and advises visitors the Tree House is closed, come back later.
The king-sized bed with an air
conditioned canopy is swathed in filmy mosquito netting. A
perfectly–positioned, claw-footed bath affords views of the river while
bathing, and beauty not viewed directly, can easily be imagined – the Anatolian
carpets, Asian chests and West African artwork all evoke dreams of the exotic. The
extensive space can be used for private dining and lounging.
A whole host of activities are included
in the rates: canoeing on the Zambezi, an Island lunch, a candlelit dinner on a
floating Sampan, a visit to Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park; sunrise and sunset
boating; visiting Victoria Falls, guided bush walks, tour of the Livingstone Museum;
fishing, game drives and shopping at the local market to buy wonderful
bracelets, fabrics or artifacts. (Please note: park and museum entrance fees
are extra.)
Fully-inclusive rates from $620 (depending
on exchange rate) per person per night. For more information contact: www.tongabezi.com
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