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Karawari Lodge

Karawari Lodge

Sepik River

Standing majestically on a lone ridge, 300 meters above the banks of the Karawari River and overlooking an endless expanse of dense tropical lowland rain forest the lodge sits in one of the most remote and un-spoilt destinations in Papua New Guinea, the lodges private airstrip and the Karawari River being the only way in or out. Stilted villages line the edges of flooded waterways and dugout canoes are the primary mode of transport.

There is a dining and lounge area, 'Puk Puk' Bar and a vast collection of Sepik artifacts are around the lodge which is designed in the form of a traditional 'haus tambaran' or spirit house. The awe-inspiring view at dusk has to be experienced to be believed. The lodge arranges river excursions in 18-seat motorized jet boats to the surrounding villages where you visit traditional homes, witness ceremonial dances and celebrations and are honoured with a glimpse traditional life. Accommodation is in 10 cottages, each built out of local bush materials. Each one has two private twin rooms, each with modern en-suite bathrooms, and a communal veranda. Despite its remoteness, the lodge has electricity, hot & cold water, comfortable mosquito-netted beds, ceiling fans, and a breezy veranda.

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Amenities

Activities, Bar, Restaurant, Walking & Trekking

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Other Options

This family run lodge offers comfortable accommodation in the heart of the Victoria Falls residential area. Bayete Guest Lodge is a family run lodge which offers 30 rooms set in a lush tropical garden. It’s a quiet oasis just outside the busy town centre and yet located close enough to be able to take in the sights. 
There are 30 comfortable rooms which are spacious, all air conditioned with tea and coffee making facilities and set around the garden, triple and family room are also available. 

You’ll find a swimming pool, covered outdoor dining room, Wi-Fi in all areas and the lodge is happy to help with arranging tours such a helicopter flights, tours of the Falls, sunset cruises on the Zambezi River and even game viewing excursions into the nearby national park. There are more than 50 activities available in the local area ranging from high adrenaline activities to more leisurely high tea so you’ll certainly have no problem filling your time. 

There is a restaurant serving breakfast and lunch and dinner can be ordered during your stay. The attractive dining room and Tavern bar are a great spot to relax and exchange travel stories with other guests at the end of a days sightseeing.

Bayeti Game Lodge

Victoria Falls

The hotel is a unique designer bed and breakfast located just 2.5 km from Victoria Falls town and just 3 km from the iconic waterfall. Stylish décor and with just 8 rooms the small and intimate nature of the hotel makes it one of our favourites in the area.  Being in the quiet and leafy suburbs it’s close to all the restaurants and activities in the area and is just a few minutes taxi ride into town. 

All the rooms have air conditioning, tea and coffee making facilities, safe other facilities include a separate lounge and dining room, with views over the pool and gardens. As well as the public spaces there are plenty of private, and beautiful nooks to relax and recharge in throughout the main building and gardens. The beautiful décor is all locally sourced from artisans in Zimbabwe and the wallpaper has a distinctly African theme. 

The crowning glory is the rooftop bar ‘Treetops’ with spectacular views to the ribbon of the Zambezi and Zambia beyond. Sip a gin and tonic as you witness one of our astounding sunsets and watch the lights of Livingstone and the stars emerge. ‘Treetops’ is operated on an honesty policy and has tea and coffee facilities.

528 Victoria Falls

Victoria Falls

Located in Sandton the hotel offers a good value for money base for your stay in Johannesburg. It is adjacent to the Marc shopping centre so ideal if you need to get any last-minute items. With a good range of facilities including a gym, swimming pool, restaurant and bar. 
The are a variety of room types with interconnecting rooms for families, each one has air conditioning, tea and coffee making facilities, fridge, television and safe. The hotel is styled as a country retreat, with a large garden where you can take some time out and relax in the shade with a good book, two swimming pools and there is a complimentary shuttle service to nearby Nelson Mandela Square and the Sandton City mall. It is also within walking distance of the Gautrain which connects seamlessly to OR Tambo airport in around 15 minutes. 
If time permits do make a visit to the thought-provoking Apartheid Museum and take a trip to Soweto, there’s plenty to do in ‘Jozi’ as the locals call it, a vibrant art scene, excellent restaurants, shopping and much more besides. We have a selection of different touring options if you find yourself with some spare time in the city.

Protea Balalaika

Sandton

How our Tent Ratings work

These are based on our personal experience of the hotel, camp or lodge and should not be compared against ratings you find elsewhere. We intend to guide you and don’t be put off by a low tent rating as some of our favourites fall into the 2 and 3-tent categories.​

It is also important to bear in mind that standards vary from country to country and a 4-tent hotel in South Africa cannot be compared with a 4-tent hotel in another part of the world. 

To summarise our grading system, we have considered the following.

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High in both quality and luxury of experience, and property must have ‘wowed’ us on many levels.

This is our benchmark for excellent service and experience, location and /or activities. 

Good relative value, excellent location and/or experience, and offering an ideal base for exploring the area.

Budget-focused stopover property, sometimes it’s the ideal location on a driving itinerary.

Don’t be put off, these stays are comfortable and a perfect pit stop on a journey where the choices may be limited. 

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